The Cheapest High-Protein Meals at GYG
Hitting a protein target at Guzman y Gomez is easy; doing it without overspending takes a little more thought. This guide ranks the GYG menu by protein per dollar, shows the cheapest way to hit 30, 40 and 50 g of protein, and reveals the cheapest protein on the whole menu. Every figure combines GYG's nutrition data with current prices (checked September 2026), the data behind our GYG calorie calculator.
Prices are in Australian dollars (AUD), GYG Australia: the base "Item Only" price, checked September 2026. They vary by location and do not apply to GYG stores overseas.
Most protein per dollar at GYG
The Little G's Grilled Chicken Burrito leads at 3.8 g of protein per dollar, about $2.62 for every 10 g of protein. The last column shows that cost per 10 g (lower is better).
| # | Item | Price (AUD) | Protein | Calories | $ / 10g protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Little G's Grilled Chicken Burrito | $6.50 | 24.8 g | 414 | $2.62 |
| 2 | Little G's Grilled Chicken Bowl | $6.50 | 23.1 g | 433 | $2.81 |
| 3 | Grilled Chicken Enchilada | $17.40 | 59.2 g | 1150 | $2.94 |
| 4 | Grilled Chicken Burrito | $14.50 | 48.3 g | 773 | $3.00 |
| 5 | Little G's Grilled Chicken Nachos | $6.50 | 21.6 g | 412 | $3.01 |
| 6 | Cheese Quesadilla | $5.00 | 16.2 g | 386 | $3.09 |
| 7 | Big Brekkie Burrito with Bacon | $12.50 | 40.2 g | 974 | $3.11 |
| 8 | Grilled Chicken Quesadilla | $9.30 | 29.8 g | 458 | $3.12 |
| 9 | Brekkie Quesadilla with Bacon | $8.90 | 28.1 g | 511 | $3.17 |
| 10 | Grilled Chicken Nachos | $16.60 | 52.2 g | 1100 | $3.18 |
The cheapest way to hit your protein target
Working to a specific number? These are the cheapest single orders that clear each threshold.
Cheapest 30 g+ protein
| # | Item | Price (AUD) | Protein | Calories | Protein / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brekkie Bowl with Bacon | $10.50 | 30.8 g | 427 | 2.9 g |
| 2 | Grilled Chicken Quesadilla Plus | $11.40 | 31.0 g | 538 | 2.7 g |
| 3 | Grilled Chicken Mini Enchilada | $12.20 | 32.1 g | 650 | 2.6 g |
| 4 | Big Brekkie Burrito with Bacon | $12.50 | 40.2 g | 974 | 3.2 g |
| 5 | Big Brekkie Burrito with Free Range Chicken Chorizo | $12.50 | 35.8 g | 958 | 2.9 g |
| 6 | Big Brekkie Burrito with Pulled Shiitake Mushroom | $12.50 | 33.9 g | 984 | 2.7 g |
Cheapest 40 g+ protein
| # | Item | Price (AUD) | Protein | Calories | Protein / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Brekkie Burrito with Bacon | $12.50 | 40.2 g | 974 | 3.2 g |
| 2 | Grilled Chicken Burrito | $14.50 | 48.3 g | 773 | 3.3 g |
| 3 | Grilled Chicken Bowl | $14.50 | 43.8 g | 659 | 3.0 g |
| 4 | Grilled Chicken Caesar Burrito | $14.50 | 44.8 g | 855 | 3.1 g |
| 5 | Grilled Chicken Cali Burrito | $15.90 | 47.5 g | 966 | 3.0 g |
| 6 | Grilled Chicken Caesar Cali Burrito | $15.90 | 47.5 g | 1030 | 3.0 g |
Cheapest 50 g+ protein
| # | Item | Price (AUD) | Protein | Calories | Protein / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grilled Chicken Nachos | $16.60 | 52.2 g | 1100 | 3.1 g |
| 2 | Grilled Chicken Enchilada | $17.40 | 59.2 g | 1150 | 3.4 g |
The cheapest protein on the menu: extra fillings
The single best protein value at GYG isn't a menu item. It's the extra filling. Adding an extra protein is about $2.10 on a quesadilla or $3.60 on a burrito/bowl and adds roughly 15–25 g of protein, around $0.10–$0.20 per gram, cheaper than any second item.
- Start with a bowl on grilled chicken or beef brisket, the leanest, highest-protein fillings.
- Add up to two extra fillings to stack 30–50 g more protein for a few dollars.
- Skip guac, queso and sour cream. They add cost and calories but almost no protein.
Build it in the GYG calorie calculator to see the exact protein and cost before you order.
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All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) and apply to Guzman y Gomez Australia only: they are based on the GYG Australia online-ordering system in Melbourne (checked September 2026) and use the base "Item Only" price. GYG stores outside Australia price a different menu in their own currency, so these figures do not apply there. Prices vary by location and state and change over time. Nutrition figures are from GYG's published data and may change; always check the latest in-store information.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best protein value at GYG?
The Little G's Grilled Chicken Burrito gives the most protein per dollar, at 3.8 g of protein per $1 (24.8 g for $6.50), which works out to about $2.62 per 10 g of protein.
What is the cheapest high-protein meal at GYG?
The cheapest order with 40 g+ protein is the Big Brekkie Burrito with Bacon at $12.50. For 30 g+, the cheapest is the Brekkie Bowl with Bacon at $10.50.
What is the cheapest way to add protein at GYG?
An extra protein filling is the cheapest protein on the menu: about $2.10 on a quesadilla or $3.60 on a burrito/bowl, adding roughly 15–25 g of protein at around $0.10–$0.20 per gram. That's cheaper than ordering a second item.
Are GYG prices the same everywhere?
All prices on this page are in Australian dollars from the GYG Australia menu, so they do not apply to GYG stores overseas. Prices also vary by location and change over time. These are from the GYG online-order menu, checked September 2026, using the base "Item Only" price. Always check the latest in-store or in-app pricing.