Under $5
Coffee and a bite
- Pike Place Roast$2.65
- Petite Vanilla Bean Scone$2.15
Total$4.80
$4.80 for a Tall brewed coffee and a small treat.
- Iced Coffee$3.45
$3.45 for a Tall, about a dollar less than cold brew.
Aly's ordering guide
Starbucks menu: what to order
What to order at Starbucks for less: the cheapest drinks, lighter picks, filling breakfasts and lunches, and how to save with refills.
A Starbucks run can cost anywhere from $2.65 to over $12, and most of the difference comes from the drink, not the food. Brewed coffee and iced tea cost about half as much as a latte, and Rewards members get free refills of brewed coffee and tea when they stay in the cafe.
Below are picks by budget, the most filling food for the money, lighter choices and the full menu with prices.
Aly's picks at Starbucks
Chosen for value and nutrition, using the prices and published nutrition on this page.
Pike Place Roast$2.65
The cheapest regular coffee at about $2.65 for a Tall, and Rewards members get free refills in the cafe.
Spinach, Feta and Egg White Wrap$4.45
A lighter breakfast that still fills you up, about 290 calories for $4.45.
Spicy Falafel Pocket$3.95
The cheapest lunch item at about $3.95, and vegetarian.
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso$5.45
Only about 120 calories for a Grande, and our copycat recipe makes it at home for much less.
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Order by budget
Around $10
Breakfast with a latte
- Spinach, Feta and Egg White Wrap$4.45
- Caffe Latte$4.75
Total$9.20
$9.20 for a filling, lighter breakfast and a Tall latte.
- Kale and Mushroom Egg Bites$5.75
- Pike Place Roast$2.65
Total$8.40
$8.40 for a vegetarian breakfast with a Tall brewed coffee.
About $11
Lunch on the go
- Eggs and Cheddar Protein Box$7.45
- Iced Coffee$3.45
Total$10.90
$10.90 for a protein box and a Tall iced coffee.
- Spicy Falafel Pocket$3.95
- Iced Black or Green Tea$3.45
Total$7.40
$7.40 for a quick vegetarian lunch and an unsweetened iced tea.
Totals are before tax and tip.
Most food for your money
Calories you get for every dollar on the main items, a simple way to see which orders fill you up for the least money. We could not verify Starbucks's protein figures, so this guide ranks by calories instead. Breakfast items are left out of this list.
Lighter orders
Main items under 400 calories.
- Rolled and Steel-Cut Oatmeal160 cal
- Egg White and Roasted Red Pepper Egg Bites170 cal
- Kale and Mushroom Egg Bites230 cal
- Spinach, Feta and Egg White Wrap290 cal
- Jalapeno Chicken Pocket290 cal
Make it at home
Our recipes for the Starbucks favorites people ask about most.
Full menu with prices and nutrition
Hours
- Most cafes open between 5:30 and 6 AM and close around 8 PM.
- Drive-thru locations often stay open until about 10 PM.
- Stores inside supermarkets and airports follow their building's hours.
- Hours vary by location, so check the Starbucks app before you go.
Questions people ask
What is the cheapest drink at Starbucks?
A solo espresso at about $2.45, or a Tall brewed coffee such as Pike Place Roast at about $2.65.
Does Starbucks offer free refills?
Starbucks Rewards members can get free refills of brewed coffee and tea during the same visit when they stay in the cafe.
What are the Starbucks cup sizes?
Short is 8 oz, Tall 12 oz, Grande 16 oz, Venti 20 oz hot or 24 oz cold, and Trenta 30 oz for some cold drinks.
What is a low calorie drink at Starbucks?
Brewed coffee, Americano, cold brew and unsweetened iced tea are close to zero calories. Refreshers are about 90 calories for a Grande.
What is a healthy breakfast at Starbucks?
The Spinach, Feta and Egg White Wrap (about 290 calories), Egg White and Roasted Red Pepper Egg Bites (about 170 calories) or the oatmeal (about 160 calories).
Calories are approximate, compiled in November 2026 from published nutrition information. Drink calories are for a Grande with the standard milk; drink prices shown are for a Tall. Use the Starbucks app for exact figures when you customize. Prices were checked in November 2026 and differ between restaurants. Aly's Menu and Recipes is an independent site and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Starbucks. Restaurant names are trademarks of their owners.