Best Chinese Kitchen
Items
200
Avg Price
$4.71
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
172
Best Chinese Kitchen vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 28 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
267
Best Chinese Kitchen vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Best Chinese Kitchen
Shared Items
28
Avg Price Gap
$5.43
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Best Chinese Kitchen averages $4.71, making Best Chinese Kitchen
approximately $5.43 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Best Chinese Kitchen and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Best Chinese Kitchen | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lobster Fried Rice | $4.50 | $14.95 | $-10.45 |
| 2 | Lobster Lo Mein | $4.95 | $14.95 | $-10.00 |
| 3 | House Special Fried Rice | $4.25 | $9.95 | $-5.70 |
| 4 | House Special Lo Mein | $4.50 | $9.95 | $-5.45 |
| 5 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $2.75 | $7.95 | $-5.20 |
| 6 | Plain Fried Rice | $2.00 | $6.95 | $-4.95 |
| 7 | Shrimp Lo Mein | $4.00 | $8.95 | $-4.95 |
| 8 | Hunan Shrimp | $5.00 | $9.95 | $-4.95 |
| 9 | Orange Chicken | $6.50 | $10.95 | $-4.45 |
| 10 | Chicken Lo Mein | $3.75 | $7.95 | $-4.20 |
| 11 | Hunan Chicken | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 12 | Kung Po Chicken | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 13 | Szechuan Chicken | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 14 | Hunan Beef | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 15 | Beef Fried Rice | $3.85 | $7.95 | $-4.10 |
| 16 | Beef Lo Mein | $4.00 | $7.95 | $-3.95 |
| 17 | Chicken Egg Foo Young | $4.25 | $7.95 | $-3.70 |
| 18 | Vegetable Egg Foo Young | $4.00 | $6.95 | $-2.95 |
| 19 | General Tso's Shrimp | $9.00 | $11.95 | $-2.95 |
| 20 | General Tso's Chicken | $8.50 | $10.95 | $-2.45 |
Best Chinese Kitchen vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Best Chinese Kitchen 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.
Best Chinese Kitchen is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Best Chinese Kitchen averaging $4.71 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $5.43 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 200 menu items at Best Chinese Kitchen and 295 items at Lobster King, with 28 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 Best Chinese Kitchen 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.
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Best Chinese Kitchen vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Best Chinese Kitchen or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Best Chinese Kitchen offers better average value. Best Chinese Kitchen averages $4.71 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Best Chinese Kitchen cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Best Chinese Kitchen or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Best Chinese Kitchen's 200 items. Between them, there are 28 shared items with the same name, plus 172 items unique to Best Chinese Kitchen and 267 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Best Chinese Kitchen and Lobster King share?
Best Chinese Kitchen and Lobster King have 28 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Best Chinese Kitchen has 172 exclusive items and Lobster King has 267 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 — Best Chinese Kitchen or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Best Chinese Kitchen. 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 Best Chinese Kitchen 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 Best Chinese Kitchen and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Best Chinese Kitchen cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $4.71). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated August 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Best Chinese Kitchen over Lobster King?
Choosing Best Chinese Kitchen saves you approximately $5.43 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $19.00 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $76 or more.