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Egg Roll Express vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 24 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.

Egg Roll Express vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Egg Roll Express

Shared Items

24

Avg Price Gap

$4.65

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Egg Roll Express averages $5.49, making Egg Roll Express approximately $4.65 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Egg Roll Express and Lobster King

# Menu Item Egg Roll Express Lobster King Price Gap
1 Pepper Steak $6.95 — $6.95
2 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $3.70 $9.95 $-6.25
3 Shrimp Fried Rice $3.75 $8.95 $-5.20
4 Young Chow Fried Rice $3.95 $8.95 $-5.00
5 Chicken Fried Rice $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
6 Beef Fried Rice $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
7 Vegetable Fried Rice $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
8 Sweet and Sour Chicken $4.55 $8.95 $-4.40
9 Sweet and Sour Pork $4.55 $8.95 $-4.40
10 Chicken Egg Foo Young $3.60 $7.95 $-4.35
11 Shrimp Lo Mein $4.95 $8.95 $-4.00
12 Beef Lo Mein $4.25 $7.95 $-3.70
13 Chicken Lo Mein $4.25 $7.95 $-3.70
14 Vegetable Egg Foo Young $3.60 $6.95 $-3.35
15 Sesame Chicken $7.85 $10.95 $-3.10
16 Orange Chicken $7.95 $10.95 $-3.00
17 General Tso's Chicken $7.95 $10.95 $-3.00
18 Sweet and Sour Shrimp $7.85 $9.95 $-2.10
19 Kung Po Chicken $7.50 $8.95 $-1.45
20 Szechuan Chicken $7.76 $8.95 $-1.19

Egg Roll Express vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Egg Roll Express 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.

Egg Roll Express is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Egg Roll Express averaging $5.49 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.65 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 88 menu items at Egg Roll Express and 295 items at Lobster King, with 24 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 Egg Roll Express 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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Egg Roll Express vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Egg Roll Express or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Egg Roll Express offers better average value. Egg Roll Express averages $5.49 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Egg Roll Express cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Egg Roll Express or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Egg Roll Express's 88 items. Between them, there are 24 shared items with the same name, plus 64 items unique to Egg Roll Express and 271 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Egg Roll Express and Lobster King share?
Egg Roll Express and Lobster King have 24 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Egg Roll Express has 64 exclusive items and Lobster King has 271 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 — Egg Roll Express or Lobster King?
Both Egg Roll Express 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 Egg Roll Express 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 Egg Roll Express and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Egg Roll Express cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.49). 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 Egg Roll Express over Lobster King?
Choosing Egg Roll Express saves you approximately $4.65 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $16.28 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $65 or more.