Great Star
Items
230
Avg Price
$5.45
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
201
Great Star vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 29 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
266
Great Star vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Great Star
Shared Items
29
Avg Price Gap
$4.69
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Great Star averages $5.45, making Great Star
approximately $4.69 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Great Star and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Great Star | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepper Steak | $6.75 | — | $6.75 |
| 2 | Moo Shu Vegetable | $6.50 | — | $6.50 |
| 3 | Shrimp Chop Suey | $3.75 | $9.95 | $-6.20 |
| 4 | House Special Fried Rice | $3.80 | $9.95 | $-6.15 |
| 5 | Chicken Chop Suey | $3.25 | $8.95 | $-5.70 |
| 6 | Lobster Lo Mein | $9.50 | $14.95 | $-5.45 |
| 7 | Beef Chop Suey | $3.60 | $8.95 | $-5.35 |
| 8 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $3.70 | $8.95 | $-5.25 |
| 9 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $2.75 | $7.95 | $-5.20 |
| 10 | Chicken Fried Rice | $2.95 | $7.95 | $-5.00 |
| 11 | Chicken Lo Mein | $3.40 | $7.95 | $-4.55 |
| 12 | Beef Fried Rice | $3.70 | $7.95 | $-4.25 |
| 13 | Beef Lo Mein | $3.80 | $7.95 | $-4.15 |
| 14 | Shrimp Egg Foo Young | $6.20 | $9.95 | $-3.75 |
| 15 | Lemon Chicken | $7.25 | $10.95 | $-3.70 |
| 16 | Shrimp Toast | $2.25 | $4.95 | $-2.70 |
| 17 | Chicken Egg Foo Young | $5.25 | $7.95 | $-2.70 |
| 18 | General Tso's Chicken | $8.25 | $10.95 | $-2.70 |
| 19 | Shrimp Lo Mein | $6.50 | $8.95 | $-2.45 |
| 20 | Sesame Chicken | $8.50 | $10.95 | $-2.45 |
Great Star vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Great Star 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 Star is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Great Star averaging $5.45 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.69 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 230 menu items at Great Star and 295 items at Lobster King, with 29 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 Star 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 Star vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Great Star or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Great Star offers better average value. Great Star averages $5.45 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Great Star cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Great Star or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Great Star's 230 items. Between them, there are 29 shared items with the same name, plus 201 items unique to Great Star and 266 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Great Star and Lobster King share?
Great Star and Lobster King have 29 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Great Star has 201 exclusive items and Lobster King has 266 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 Star or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Great Star. 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 Star 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 Star and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Great Star cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.45). 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 Star over Lobster King?
Choosing Great Star saves you approximately $4.69 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $16.42 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $66 or more.