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Joy Luck I Super Buffet vs Lobster King— 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.

Joy Luck I Super Buffet vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Joy Luck I Super Buffet

Shared Items

22

Avg Price Gap

$3.66

Top Rated

Lobster King

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Joy Luck I Super Buffet averages $6.48, making Joy Luck I Super Buffet approximately $3.66 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Joy Luck I Super Buffet and Lobster King

# Menu Item Joy Luck I Super Buffet Lobster King Price Gap
1 Pepper Steak $6.15 $6.15
2 Lemon Chicken $6.95 $10.95 $-4.00
3 Sesame Chicken $6.95 $10.95 $-4.00
4 House Special Lo Mein $6.35 $9.95 $-3.60
5 Young Chow Fried Rice $5.85 $8.95 $-3.10
6 Vegetable Fried Rice $4.95 $7.95 $-3.00
7 General Tso's Chicken $7.95 $10.95 $-3.00
8 Shrimp Lo Mein $6.25 $8.95 $-2.70
9 Almond Chicken $6.25 $8.95 $-2.70
10 Orange Beef $9.05 $10.95 $-1.90
11 Beef Lo Mein $6.15 $7.95 $-1.80
12 Vegetable Egg Foo Young $5.25 $6.95 $-1.70
13 Mongolian Beef $7.65 $8.95 $-1.30
14 Wonton Soup $1.30 $2.50 $-1.20
15 Chicken Rice Soup $1.40 $2.50 $-1.10
16 Moo Shu Pork $7.95 $8.95 $-1.00
17 Moo Shu Chicken $7.95 $8.95 $-1.00
18 Hunan Beef $7.95 $8.95 $-1.00
19 Moo Shu Shrimp $9.05 $9.95 $-0.90
20 Moo Shu Beef $8.35 $8.95 $-0.60

Joy Luck I Super Buffet vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Joy Luck I Super 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.

Joy Luck I Super Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Joy Luck I Super Buffet averaging $6.48 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $3.66 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 155 menu items at Joy Luck I Super Buffet and 295 items at Lobster King, 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, Lobster King leads with Joy Luck I Super 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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Joy Luck I Super Buffet vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Joy Luck I Super Buffet or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Joy Luck I Super Buffet offers better average value. Joy Luck I Super Buffet averages $6.48 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Joy Luck I Super Buffet cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Joy Luck I Super Buffet or Lobster King?

Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Joy Luck I Super Buffet's 155 items. Between them, there are 22 shared items with the same name, plus 133 items unique to Joy Luck I Super Buffet and 273 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Joy Luck I Super Buffet and Lobster King share?

Joy Luck I Super Buffet and Lobster King have 22 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Joy Luck I Super Buffet has 133 exclusive items and Lobster King has 273 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 — Joy Luck I Super Buffet or Lobster King?

Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Joy Luck I Super 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 Joy Luck I Super 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 Joy Luck I Super Buffet and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Joy Luck I Super Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $6.48). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated August 2026.

How much can I save by choosing Joy Luck I Super Buffet over Lobster King?

Choosing Joy Luck I Super Buffet saves you approximately $3.66 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $12.81 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $51 or more.