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Century Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 32 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.

Century Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Century Chinese Restaurant

Shared Items

32

Avg Price Gap

$5.53

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Century Chinese Restaurant averages $4.61, making Century Chinese Restaurant approximately $5.53 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Century Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King

# Menu Item Century Chinese Restaurant Lobster King Price Gap
1 Lobster Lo Mein $4.50 $14.95 $-10.45
2 Lobster Fried Rice $4.50 $14.95 $-10.45
3 House Special Lo Mein $4.00 $9.95 $-5.95
4 House Special Fried Rice $4.00 $9.95 $-5.95
5 Vegetable Fried Rice $2.25 $7.95 $-5.70
6 Shrimp Fried Rice $3.50 $8.95 $-5.45
7 Shrimp Lo Mein $3.50 $8.95 $-5.45
8 Sweet and Sour Shrimp $4.95 $9.95 $-5.00
9 Plain Fried Rice $2.00 $6.95 $-4.95
10 Sweet and Sour Pork $4.00 $8.95 $-4.95
11 Chicken with Black Bean Sauce $4.00 $8.95 $-4.95
12 Chicken Lo Mein $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
13 Beef Lo Mein $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
14 Beef Fried Rice $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
15 Sweet and Sour Chicken $5.50 $8.95 $-3.45
16 Chicken with Broccoli $5.50 $8.95 $-3.45
17 Kung Po Chicken $5.50 $8.95 $-3.45
18 Chicken with Garlic Sauce $5.50 $8.95 $-3.45
19 Beef with Broccoli $5.50 $8.95 $-3.45
20 Shrimp with Broccoli $6.50 $9.95 $-3.45

Century Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Century Chinese Restaurant 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.

Century Chinese Restaurant is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Century Chinese Restaurant averaging $4.61 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $5.53 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 242 menu items at Century Chinese Restaurant and 295 items at Lobster King, with 32 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, Tie leads with Century Chinese Restaurant scoring 4/5 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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Century Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Century Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Century Chinese Restaurant offers better average value. Century Chinese Restaurant averages $4.61 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Century Chinese Restaurant cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Century Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Century Chinese Restaurant's 242 items. Between them, there are 32 shared items with the same name, plus 210 items unique to Century Chinese Restaurant and 263 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Century Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King share?
Century Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King have 32 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Century Chinese Restaurant has 210 exclusive items and Lobster King has 263 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 — Century Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?
Both Century Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King are rated equally — 4/5 from customer reviews. The decision between the two comes down to price, menu variety, and personal preference rather than quality alone.

What type of food do Century Chinese Restaurant 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 Century Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Century Chinese Restaurant cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $4.61). 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 Century Chinese Restaurant over Lobster King?
Choosing Century Chinese Restaurant saves you approximately $5.53 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $19.36 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $77 or more.