Great China Buffet
Items
183
Avg Price
$5.29
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
138
Great China Buffet vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 45 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.
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Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
250
Great China Buffet vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Great China Buffet
Shared Items
45
Avg Price Gap
$4.85
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Great China Buffet averages $5.29, making Great China Buffet
approximately $4.85 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Great China Buffet and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Great China Buffet | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moo Shu Vegetable | $6.50 | — | $6.50 |
| 2 | Shrimp Chop Suey | $3.95 | $9.95 | $-6.00 |
| 3 | House Special Fried Rice | $4.25 | $9.95 | $-5.70 |
| 4 | Chicken Chop Suey | $3.55 | $8.95 | $-5.40 |
| 5 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $3.75 | $8.95 | $-5.20 |
| 6 | Sweet and Sour Shrimp | $4.75 | $9.95 | $-5.20 |
| 7 | Beef Chop Suey | $3.95 | $8.95 | $-5.00 |
| 8 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $3.00 | $7.95 | $-4.95 |
| 9 | Chicken Fried Rice | $3.25 | $7.95 | $-4.70 |
| 10 | Cashew Chicken | $4.50 | $8.95 | $-4.45 |
| 11 | Beef Fried Rice | $3.75 | $7.95 | $-4.20 |
| 12 | Beef Lo Mein | $3.95 | $7.95 | $-4.00 |
| 13 | Shrimp Egg Foo Young | $6.25 | $9.95 | $-3.70 |
| 14 | Shrimp with Broccoli | $6.75 | $9.95 | $-3.20 |
| 15 | Shrimp with Lobster Sauce | $6.75 | $9.95 | $-3.20 |
| 16 | Sesame Chicken | $7.95 | $10.95 | $-3.00 |
| 17 | General Tso's Chicken | $7.95 | $10.95 | $-3.00 |
| 18 | Orange Chicken | $7.95 | $10.95 | $-3.00 |
| 19 | Lemon Chicken | $7.95 | $10.95 | $-3.00 |
| 20 | General Tso's Beef | $7.95 | $10.95 | $-3.00 |
Great China Buffet vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Great China Buffet 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.
Great China Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Great China Buffet averaging $5.29 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.85 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 183 menu items at Great China Buffet and 295 items at Lobster King, with 45 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 Great China Buffet 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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Great China Buffet vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Great China Buffet or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Great China Buffet offers better average value. Great China Buffet averages $5.29 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Great China Buffet cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Great China Buffet or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Great China Buffet's 183 items. Between them, there are 45 shared items with the same name, plus 138 items unique to Great China Buffet and 250 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Great China Buffet and Lobster King share?
Great China Buffet and Lobster King have 45 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Great China Buffet has 138 exclusive items and Lobster King has 250 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 — Great China Buffet or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Great China Buffet. 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 Great China Buffet 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 Great China Buffet and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Great China Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.29). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated September 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Great China Buffet over Lobster King?
Choosing Great China Buffet saves you approximately $4.85 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $16.97 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $68 or more.