Great Chow
Items
179
Avg Price
$7.89
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
169
Great Chow vs China— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 10 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.
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China
Items
183
Avg Price
$5.79
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
173
Great Chow vs China — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
China
Shared Items
10
Avg Price Gap
$2.10
Top Rated
Great Chow
Price analysis:
Great Chow averages $7.89 per item while
China averages $5.79, making China
approximately $2.10 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
10 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Great Chow and China
| # | Menu Item | Great Chow | China | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lemon Chicken | $11.50 | $8.60 | $2.90 |
| 2 | Shrimp with Broccoli | $7.95 | $5.15 | $2.80 |
| 3 | Chicken with Black Bean Sauce | $6.95 | $4.50 | $2.45 |
| 4 | Sesame Chicken | $10.95 | $8.55 | $2.40 |
| 5 | Boneless Spare Ribs | $4.75 | $6.50 | $-1.75 |
| 6 | Shrimp with Lobster Sauce | $7.95 | $6.75 | $1.20 |
| 7 | Moo Goo Gai Pan | $6.95 | $6.50 | $0.45 |
| 8 | Chicken with Broccoli | $6.95 | $6.50 | $0.45 |
| 9 | Beef with Broccoli | $6.95 | $6.50 | $0.45 |
| 10 | Spring Roll | $1.75 | $1.80 | $-0.05 |
Great Chow vs China — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Great Chow 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.
China is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Great Chow averaging $7.89 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $2.10 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 179 menu items at Great Chow and 183 items at China, with 10 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, Great Chow leads with Great Chow 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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Great Chow vs China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Great Chow or China cheaper?
Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. Great Chow averages $7.89 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Great Chow cheapest items and China cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Great Chow or China?
China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to Great Chow's 179 items. Between them, there are 10 shared items with the same name, plus 169 items unique to Great Chow and 173 exclusive to China.
How many menu items do Great Chow and China share?
Great Chow and China have 10 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Great Chow has 169 exclusive items and China has 173 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 Chow or China?
Great Chow leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, Great Chow has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Great Chow 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 Great Chow and China?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Great Chow cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $7.89). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated September 2026.
How much can I save by choosing China over Great Chow?
Choosing China saves you approximately $2.10 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $7.35 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $29 or more.