Dragon-i Cheapest Items Prices Malaysia 2026
The dragon-i cheapest items list starts at RM11.00, the plain la mian in soup, the cheapest thing on the entire menu. After it come the piggy buns at RM12.80 and a cluster of dumplings and appetizers at RM13.80, so a filling meal under RM20 is genuinely possible here. This guide ranks the cheapest dishes by section, with every price verified from the latest board. For the full board, see the Dragon-i menu guide, and for more budget strategy, the Dragon-i value meals picks build on this list.
What is the cheapest item at Dragon-i?
The plain la mian in soup at RM11.00, a bowl of hand-pulled noodles in clear soup and the floor price of the whole restaurant. Nothing else on the board comes close: the next cheapest item is the piggy buns at RM12.80, a full RM1.80 higher. The plain la mian is also a real meal, not a side, so it is the honest answer for anyone asking what the cheapest thing you can eat at Dragon-i is.
| Rank | Cheapest Item Overall | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plain La Mian in Soup | RM 11.00 |
| 2 | Steamed Piggy Buns (Red Bean Paste) | RM 12.80 |
| 3 | Steamed Yam Paste Dumplings | RM 13.80 |
| 3 | Steamed Pork Dumplings with Mushrooms and Water Chestnut | RM 13.80 |
| 3 | Steamed Shanghainese Braised Pork Buns (2pcs) | RM 13.80 |
| 3 | Japanese Cucumber with Minced Garlic and Vinegar Sauce | RM 13.80 |
| 7 | Steamed Vege and Pork Wontons with Chili Soy Sauce (6pcs) | RM 14.80 |
| 7 | Black Fungus and Cucumber with Vinegar Sauce | RM 14.80 |
The plain la mian in soup
Hand-pulled noodles, clear soup, RM11.00. It is plain by design, so add a RM13.80 appetizer or a RM12.80 basket if you want more than noodles, and you still stay near RM25. For a solo lunch on a tight budget, this bowl is the whole strategy.
What are the cheapest dim sum baskets?
Dim sum is where the budget picks cluster. Six baskets sit at RM15.80 or below, and the cheapest three are genuinely good food, not filler. The piggy buns lead on price and charm, the yam dumplings are the mild sweet pick, and the mushroom pork dumplings add a bit of crunch.
| Cheapest Dim Sum Basket | Price |
|---|---|
| Steamed Piggy Buns (Red Bean Paste) | RM 12.80 |
| Steamed Yam Paste Dumplings | RM 13.80 |
| Steamed Pork Dumplings with Mushrooms and Water Chestnut | RM 13.80 |
| Steamed Shanghainese Braised Pork Buns (2pcs) | RM 13.80 |
| Steamed Vege and Pork Wontons with Chili Soy Sauce (6pcs) | RM 14.80 |
| Steamed Egg Yolk Custard Buns | RM 15.80 |
| Scallion Pancake with Pork Floss and Sesame | RM 15.80 |
| Steamed Prawn and Pork Chives Dumplings (3pcs) | RM 15.80 |
| Pan-fried Pork Buns with Teriyaki Sauce in Hot Stone Pot (3pcs) | RM 15.80 |
| Shanghainese Pan-fried Pork Dumplings (3pcs) | RM 15.80 |
The priciest dim sum, the XO sauce radish cake at RM25.80, costs exactly double the piggy buns, which shows how wide the dim sum range runs. Stick to the baskets above and a dim sum lunch stays cheap. The category list sits on the Dragon-i menu card by category.
What is the cheapest full meal at Dragon-i?
A full meal needs a main element plus something else, and the cheapest honest version is a noodle bowl plus a basket. The plain la mian plus piggy buns combo at RM23.80 is the cheapest full meal on the board, and it is filling: noodles, soup, and a sweet bun basket. Swap the piggy buns for yam dumplings and the same meal costs RM24.80.
| Cheapest Full Meal | Price |
|---|---|
| Plain la mian plus piggy buns | RM 23.80 |
| Plain la mian plus yam dumplings | RM 24.80 |
| Plain la mian plus cucumber appetizer | RM 24.80 |
| Two cheap baskets (piggy buns plus yam dumplings) | RM 26.60 |
| Plain la mian plus custard buns | RM 26.80 |
Drinks are extra and menu prices are usually quoted before service charge and tax, so add a little to every figure above for the final bill.
How do you eat at Dragon-i for under RM20?
Under RM20 means one item, not a spread, and the board gives you four real options. The plain la mian at RM11.00 is the only full meal under RM20, while the baskets below it are snacks or light lunches on their own. The trick is to pick one item and stop: the moment you add a second basket, you cross RM20.
| Under RM20 Option | Price | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Plain La Mian in Soup | RM 11.00 | A full noodle bowl, the only full meal under RM20 |
| Steamed Piggy Buns (Red Bean Paste) | RM 12.80 | A sweet bun basket, light lunch |
| Steamed Yam Paste Dumplings | RM 13.80 | A soft dumpling basket |
| Japanese Cucumber with Minced Garlic and Vinegar Sauce | RM 13.80 | A cool appetizer, not a meal alone |
| Steamed Vege and Pork Wontons (6pcs) | RM 14.80 | Six wontons, a decent light lunch |
Sharing helps too: two people splitting a plain la mian, piggy buns, and a cucumber appetizer spend RM37.60 between them, or RM18.80 each, which keeps everyone under RM20.
Dragon-i cheapest items FAQs
What is the cheapest item at Dragon-i?
The plain la mian in soup at RM11.00. It is a full bowl of hand-pulled noodles and the cheapest thing on the menu.
What is the cheapest dim sum at Dragon-i?
The steamed piggy buns with red bean paste at RM12.80, followed by yam dumplings, mushroom pork dumplings, and braised pork buns at RM13.80.
What is the cheapest full meal at Dragon-i?
Plain la mian plus piggy buns at RM23.80. It is the cheapest combination of a noodle bowl and a basket on the board.
Can you eat at Dragon-i for under RM20?
Yes, with one item: plain la mian at RM11.00, piggy buns at RM12.80, yam dumplings at RM13.80, or wontons at RM14.80. Two people sharing can also stay under RM20 each.
What is the cheapest appetizer at Dragon-i?
The Japanese cucumber with minced garlic and vinegar sauce at RM13.80, followed by black fungus and cucumber at RM14.80.
Where do these Dragon-i cheapest item prices come from?
The pricesmalaysia.com Dragon-i menu page (updated August 2026), re-verified October 26, 2026. Prices vary by outlet and are usually quoted before service charge and tax.
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