Grand Mandarin Express vs C & D Oriental Buffet— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 35 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.

Grand Mandarin Express vs C & D Oriental Buffet — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

C & D Oriental Buffet

Shared Items

35

Avg Price Gap

$0.47

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Grand Mandarin Express averages $7.21 per item while C & D Oriental Buffet averages $6.74, making C & D Oriental Buffet approximately $0.47 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet

# Menu Item Grand Mandarin Express C & D Oriental Buffet Price Gap
1 Happy Family $8.95 $10.95 $-2.00
2 Shrimp Lo Mein $5.95 $7.50 $-1.55
3 Beef Lo Mein $5.95 $7.50 $-1.55
4 Hot and Sour Soup $1.95 $3.25 $-1.30
5 Chicken Wings $4.95 $6.25 $-1.30
6 Shrimp Fried Rice $5.95 $7.25 $-1.30
7 Chicken Fried Rice $4.95 $3.75 $1.20
8 Beef Fried Rice $5.95 $6.95 $-1.00
9 Chicken Lo Mein $5.95 $6.95 $-1.00
10 Moo Shu Shrimp $6.95 $7.95 $-1.00
11 Beef with Broccoli $8.95 $7.95 $1.00
12 Vegetable Fried Rice $4.95 $5.75 $-0.80
13 Moo Shu Beef $6.95 $7.75 $-0.80
14 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.95 $6.25 $0.70
15 Beef Chow Mein $6.95 $7.50 $-0.55
16 Shrimp Chow Mein $6.95 $7.50 $-0.55
17 Moo Shu Chicken $6.95 $7.50 $-0.55
18 Moo Shu Vegetable $6.95 $7.50 $-0.55
19 Chicken Chow Mein $6.95 $6.50 $0.45
20 Kung Pao Chicken $7.95 $7.50 $0.45

Grand Mandarin Express vs C & D Oriental Buffet — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet 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.

C & D Oriental Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Grand Mandarin Express averaging $7.21 per item and C & D Oriental Buffet at $6.74, the price difference of $0.47 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 135 menu items at Grand Mandarin Express and 143 items at C & D Oriental Buffet, with 35 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 Grand Mandarin Express scoring 4/5 versus C & D Oriental Buffet 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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Grand Mandarin Express vs C & D Oriental Buffet — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Grand Mandarin Express or C & D Oriental Buffet cheaper?

Based on current menu data, C & D Oriental Buffet offers better average value. Grand Mandarin Express averages $7.21 per item while C & D Oriental Buffet averages $6.74 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Grand Mandarin Express cheapest items and C & D Oriental Buffet cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Grand Mandarin Express or C & D Oriental Buffet?

C & D Oriental Buffet has the larger menu with 143 items tracked compared to Grand Mandarin Express's 135 items. Between them, there are 35 shared items with the same name, plus 100 items unique to Grand Mandarin Express and 108 exclusive to C & D Oriental Buffet.

How many menu items do Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet share?

Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet have 35 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Grand Mandarin Express has 100 exclusive items and C & D Oriental Buffet has 108 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 — Grand Mandarin Express or C & D Oriental Buffet?

Both Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet 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 Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet 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 Grand Mandarin Express and C & D Oriental Buffet?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Grand Mandarin Express cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $7.21). The C & D Oriental Buffet cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $6.74). Both are updated July 2026.