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3 Chefs vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 26 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated June 2026.

3 Chefs vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners

Better Value

Lobster King

Shared Items

26

Avg Price Gap

$2.10

Top Rated

Lobster King

Price analysis: 3 Chefs averages $12.24 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14, making Lobster King approximately $2.10 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between 3 Chefs and Lobster King

# Menu Item 3 Chefs Lobster King Price Gap
1 Vegetable Fried Rice $20.95 $7.95 $13.00
2 Cashew Chicken — $8.95 $-8.95
3 Szechuan Chicken — $8.95 $-8.95
4 Szechuan Beef — $8.95 $-8.95
5 Mongolian Beef — $8.95 $-8.95
6 Beef Lo Mein $11.45 $7.95 $3.50
7 Egg Drop Soup $4.50 $1.50 $3.00
8 Chicken With Broccoli $11.95 $8.95 $3.00
9 Chicken Lo Mein $10.45 $7.95 $2.50
10 Shrimp Lo Mein $11.45 $8.95 $2.50
11 Shrimp With Lobster Sauce $12.45 $9.95 $2.50
12 Szechuan Shrimp $12.45 $9.95 $2.50
13 Shrimp With Broccoli $12.45 $9.95 $2.50
14 Cashew Shrimp $12.45 $9.95 $2.50
15 Orange Chicken $12.50 $10.95 $1.55
16 Orange Beef $12.50 $10.95 $1.55
17 Sesame Chicken $12.50 $10.95 $1.55
18 General Tso's Chicken $12.50 $10.95 $1.55
19 Beef Fried Rice $9.45 $7.95 $1.50
20 Chicken Fried Rice $8.95 $7.95 $1.00

3 Chefs vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing 3 Chefs and Lobster King menu prices, several factors come into play beyond just the per-item cost. Both restaurants share 1 food category (chinese), making them direct alternatives for diners deciding where to eat.

Lobster King is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With 3 Chefs averaging $12.24 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $2.10 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 177 menu items at 3 Chefs and 295 items at Lobster King, with 26 items appearing on both menus under the same name. This overlap lets you directly compare identical items to see which restaurant charges less.

Looking at ratings, Lobster King leads with 3 Chefs scoring 3/5 versus Lobster King at 4/5. While price matters, the overall dining experience and food quality reflected in these ratings are equally important factors in choosing between these two restaurants.

3 Chefs vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value

Is 3 Chefs or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Lobster King offers better average value. 3 Chefs averages $12.24 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see 3 Chefs cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — 3 Chefs or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to 3 Chefs's 177 items. Between them, there are 26 shared items with the same name, plus 151 items unique to 3 Chefs and 269 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do 3 Chefs and Lobster King share?
3 Chefs and Lobster King have 26 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. 3 Chefs has 151 exclusive items and Lobster King has 269 items not found at the other restaurant. The table above shows the biggest price gaps between identical items at each location.

Which has a better customer rating — 3 Chefs or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for 3 Chefs. When choosing based purely on quality, Lobster King has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.

What type of food do 3 Chefs and Lobster King serve?
Both restaurants serve chinese. They share 1 food category, which makes them genuine alternatives for the same dining cravings. If you're looking for the best value within these categories, compare average prices in the key takeaways section above.

Where can I find the cheapest items at 3 Chefs and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the 3 Chefs cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $12.24). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated June 2026.

How much can I save by choosing Lobster King over 3 Chefs?
Choosing Lobster King saves you approximately $2.10 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $7.35 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $29 or more.