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David Chu's China Bistro vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 27 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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David Chu's China Bistro vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Lobster King

Shared Items

27

Avg Price Gap

$0.32

Top Rated

Lobster King

Price analysis: David Chu's China Bistro averages $10.46 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14, making Lobster King approximately $0.32 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between David Chu's China Bistro and Lobster King

# Menu Item David Chu's China Bistro Lobster King Price Gap
1 Moo Shu Vegetable $9.45 $9.45
2 Orange Beef $19.95 $10.95 $9.00
3 Chicken Egg Foo Young $13.45 $7.95 $5.50
4 Beef Egg Foo Young $13.45 $7.95 $5.50
5 Sweet and Sour Chicken $13.95 $8.95 $5.00
6 Vegetable Egg Foo Young $11.45 $6.95 $4.50
7 Orange Chicken $13.95 $10.95 $3.00
8 Sesame Chicken $13.95 $10.95 $3.00
9 General Tso's Chicken $13.95 $10.95 $3.00
10 Hunan Beef $11.45 $8.95 $2.50
11 Szechuan Beef $11.45 $8.95 $2.50
12 Mongolian Beef $11.45 $8.95 $2.50
13 Moo Shu Beef $11.45 $8.95 $2.50
14 Chicken Lo Mein $9.95 $7.95 $2.00
15 Beef Lo Mein $9.95 $7.95 $2.00
16 Chicken Fried Rice $9.95 $7.95 $2.00
17 Beef Fried Rice $9.95 $7.95 $2.00
18 Hunan Chicken $10.95 $8.95 $2.00
19 Szechuan Chicken $10.95 $8.95 $2.00
20 Moo Shu Chicken $10.95 $8.95 $2.00

David Chu's China Bistro vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing David Chu's China Bistro 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 David Chu's China Bistro averaging $10.46 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $0.32 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 193 menu items at David Chu's China Bistro and 295 items at Lobster King, with 27 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 David Chu's China Bistro 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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David Chu's China Bistro vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is David Chu's China Bistro or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Lobster King offers better average value. David Chu's China Bistro averages $10.46 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see David Chu's China Bistro cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — David Chu's China Bistro or Lobster King?

Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to David Chu's China Bistro's 193 items. Between them, there are 27 shared items with the same name, plus 166 items unique to David Chu's China Bistro and 268 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do David Chu's China Bistro and Lobster King share?

David Chu's China Bistro and Lobster King have 27 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. David Chu's China Bistro has 166 exclusive items and Lobster King has 268 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 — David Chu's China Bistro or Lobster King?

Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for David Chu's China Bistro. 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 David Chu's China Bistro 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 David Chu's China Bistro and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the David Chu's China Bistro cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $10.46). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated September 2026.