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Ivy's China Cafe vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 22 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.

Ivy's China Cafe vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

China

Shared Items

22

Avg Price Gap

$1.13

Top Rated

Ivy's China Cafe

Price analysis: Ivy's China Cafe averages $6.92 per item while China averages $5.79, making China approximately $1.13 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Ivy's China Cafe and China

# Menu Item Ivy's China Cafe China Price Gap
1 Shrimp with Broccoli $8.70 $5.15 $3.55
2 Sweet and Sour Shrimp $8.20 $4.75 $3.45
3 Sweet and Sour Chicken $7.70 $4.50 $3.20
4 Sweet and Sour Pork $7.70 $4.50 $3.20
5 Vegetable Lo Mein $6.50 $3.80 $2.70
6 Chicken Fried Rice $6.50 $3.80 $2.70
7 Chicken Lo Mein $6.50 $4.20 $2.30
8 Beef Fried Rice $6.50 $4.25 $2.25
9 Beef Lo Mein $6.50 $4.50 $2.00
10 Shrimp Fried Rice $6.50 $4.50 $2.00
11 Pepper Steak $8.20 $6.50 $1.70
12 Moo Goo Gai Pan $7.70 $6.50 $1.20
13 Chicken with Broccoli $7.70 $6.50 $1.20
14 Shrimp Lo Mein $7.50 $6.50 $1.00
15 Happy Family $9.25 $10.25 $-1.00
16 Mongolian Beef $8.20 $8.80 $-0.60
17 Hunan Chicken $7.70 $8.25 $-0.55
18 Wonton Soup $1.50 $1.10 $0.40
19 Hunan Beef $8.20 $8.55 $-0.35
20 General Tso's Chicken $8.85 $8.55 $0.30

Ivy's China Cafe vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Ivy's China Cafe 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 Ivy's China Cafe averaging $6.92 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $1.13 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 112 menu items at Ivy's China Cafe and 183 items at China, with 22 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, Ivy's China Cafe leads with Ivy's China Cafe 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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Ivy's China Cafe vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Ivy's China Cafe or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. Ivy's China Cafe averages $6.92 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Ivy's China Cafe cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Ivy's China Cafe or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to Ivy's China Cafe's 112 items. Between them, there are 22 shared items with the same name, plus 90 items unique to Ivy's China Cafe and 161 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do Ivy's China Cafe and China share?

Ivy's China Cafe and China have 22 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Ivy's China Cafe has 90 exclusive items and China has 161 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 — Ivy's China Cafe or China?

Ivy's China Cafe leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, Ivy's China Cafe has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.

What type of food do Ivy's China Cafe 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 Ivy's China Cafe and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Ivy's China Cafe cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $6.92). 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 Ivy's China Cafe?

Choosing China saves you approximately $1.13 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $3.95 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $16 or more.