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Dragon Penn vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 40 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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Dragon Penn vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Dragon Penn

Shared Items

40

Avg Price Gap

$0.19

Top Rated

Dragon Penn

Price analysis: China averages $5.79 per item while Dragon Penn averages $5.6, making Dragon Penn approximately $0.19 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Dragon Penn and China

# Menu Item Dragon Penn China Price Gap
1 Chicken Chow Mein $3.75 $6.50 $-2.75
2 Buddhist Delight $6.25 $3.60 $2.65
3 Shrimp Chow Mein $3.95 $6.50 $-2.55
4 Shrimp Lo Mein $3.95 $6.50 $-2.55
5 Kung Po Chicken $4.25 $6.60 $-2.35
6 Bar B Q Spare Ribs $6.95 $5.00 $1.95
7 Four Seasons $10.95 $9.10 $1.85
8 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.25 $7.75 $-1.50
9 Roast Pork Egg Foo Young $5.50 $6.80 $-1.30
10 Chicken Egg Foo Young $5.50 $6.80 $-1.30
11 Beef Egg Foo Young $6.25 $7.50 $-1.25
12 Mongolian Beef $9.95 $8.80 $1.15
13 Hunan Chicken $7.25 $8.25 $-1.00
14 Shrimp Fried Rice $3.95 $4.50 $-0.55
15 Beef Lo Mein $3.95 $4.50 $-0.55
16 House Special Fried Rice $4.25 $4.75 $-0.50
17 Roast Pork Lo Mein $3.75 $4.20 $-0.45
18 Chicken Lo Mein $3.75 $4.20 $-0.45
19 Boneless Spare Ribs $6.95 $6.50 $0.45
20 Vegetable Fried Rice $3.25 $3.55 $-0.30

Dragon Penn vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Dragon Penn and China 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.

Dragon Penn is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Dragon Penn averaging $5.6 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.19 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 165 menu items at Dragon Penn and 183 items at China, with 40 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, Dragon Penn leads with Dragon Penn scoring 4/5 versus China at 3/5. 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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Dragon Penn vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Dragon Penn or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Dragon Penn offers better average value. Dragon Penn averages $5.6 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Dragon Penn cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Dragon Penn or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to Dragon Penn's 165 items. Between them, there are 40 shared items with the same name, plus 125 items unique to Dragon Penn and 143 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do Dragon Penn and China share?

Dragon Penn and China have 40 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Dragon Penn has 125 exclusive items and China has 143 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 — Dragon Penn or China?

Dragon Penn leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, Dragon Penn has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.

What type of food do Dragon Penn and China 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 Dragon Penn and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Dragon Penn cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.6). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated September 2026.