Great East
Items
342
Avg Price
$7.21
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
305
Great East vs China— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 37 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.
China
Items
183
Avg Price
$5.79
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
146
Great East vs China — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
China
Shared Items
37
Avg Price Gap
$1.42
Top Rated
Great East
Price analysis:
Great East averages $7.21 per item while
China averages $5.79, making China
approximately $1.42 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Great East and China
| # | Menu Item | Great East | China | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mongolian Beef | — | $8.80 | $-8.80 |
| 2 | Teriyaki | $14.50 | $5.95 | $8.55 |
| 3 | Mongolian Chicken | — | $6.60 | $-6.60 |
| 4 | Pork With Garlic Sauce | — | $6.60 | $-6.60 |
| 5 | Beef With Mushrooms | — | $4.70 | $-4.70 |
| 6 | Happy Family | $14.50 | $10.25 | $4.25 |
| 7 | Bean Curd Home Style | — | $3.60 | $-3.60 |
| 8 | Sweet And Sour Shrimp | $7.95 | $4.75 | $3.20 |
| 9 | Sweet And Sour Chicken | $7.50 | $4.50 | $3.00 |
| 10 | Sweet And Sour Pork | $7.50 | $4.50 | $3.00 |
| 11 | Roast Pork With Broccoli | $7.50 | $4.50 | $3.00 |
| 12 | Shrimp With Broccoli | $7.95 | $5.15 | $2.80 |
| 13 | Sesame Chicken | $11.25 | $8.55 | $2.70 |
| 14 | Hunan Beef | $5.95 | $8.55 | $-2.60 |
| 15 | Szechuan Chicken | $5.75 | $8.25 | $-2.50 |
| 16 | Roast Pork Chow Mein | $5.75 | $3.80 | $1.95 |
| 17 | Beef Chow Mein | $5.95 | $4.25 | $1.70 |
| 18 | Roast Pork Lo Mein | $5.75 | $4.20 | $1.55 |
| 19 | Chicken Lo Mein | $5.75 | $4.20 | $1.55 |
| 20 | Beef With Broccoli | $7.95 | $6.50 | $1.45 |
Great East vs China — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Great East 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 East averaging $7.21 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $1.42 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 342 menu items at Great East and 183 items at China, with 37 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 East leads with Great East 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 East vs China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Great East or China cheaper?
Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. Great East averages $7.21 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Great East cheapest items and China cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Great East or China?
Great East has the larger menu with 342 items tracked compared to China's 183 items. Between them, there are 37 shared items with the same name, plus 305 items unique to Great East and 146 exclusive to China.
How many menu items do Great East and China share?
Great East and China have 37 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Great East has 305 exclusive items and China has 146 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 East or China?
Great East leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, Great East has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Great East 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 East and China?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Great East cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $7.21). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated August 2026.
How much can I save by choosing China over Great East?
Choosing China saves you approximately $1.42 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $4.97 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $20 or more.