Probably about $8-13 per person for a meal. This doesn't include a drink which is probably around 2-4 dollars and a tip (typically 18-20 percent). Try looking at: Claimjumper.com, cheesecake factory or california pizza kitchen just to get an estimate.'m not sure what you mean by a regular meal.. Fast food (like McDonald's would cost two people about 11 to 16 US dollars. A standard casual restaurant where you would be served by a waiter or waitress will cost two people about 14 to 27 US dollars plus a tip of 10% to 20%.