Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant
Items
187
Avg Price
$8.47
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
159
Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 28 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
267
Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant
Shared Items
28
Avg Price Gap
$1.67
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant averages $8.47, making Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant
approximately $1.67 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moo Shu Vegetable | $8.50 | — | $8.50 |
| 2 | Pepper Steak | $6.50 | — | $6.50 |
| 3 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $3.95 | $8.95 | $-5.00 |
| 4 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $3.00 | $7.95 | $-4.95 |
| 5 | Chicken Fried Rice | $3.00 | $7.95 | $-4.95 |
| 6 | Beef Fried Rice | $4.50 | $7.95 | $-3.45 |
| 7 | Shrimp With Lobster Sauce | $6.95 | $9.95 | $-3.00 |
| 8 | Seafood Soup | $3.50 | $5.95 | $-2.45 |
| 9 | Hot And Sour | $2.25 | — | $2.25 |
| 10 | Chicken Lo Mein | $6.50 | $7.95 | $-1.45 |
| 11 | Shrimp Lo Mein | $7.50 | $8.95 | $-1.45 |
| 12 | Shrimp Egg Foo Young | $8.50 | $9.95 | $-1.45 |
| 13 | Moo Shu Shrimp | $8.95 | $9.95 | $-1.00 |
| 14 | General Tso's Chicken | $9.95 | $10.95 | $-1.00 |
| 15 | Sesame Chicken | $9.95 | $10.95 | $-1.00 |
| 16 | Lemon Chicken | $9.95 | $10.95 | $-1.00 |
| 17 | Orange Beef | $11.95 | $10.95 | $1.00 |
| 18 | Chicken Noodle Soup | $1.75 | $2.50 | $-0.75 |
| 19 | Chicken Rice Soup | $1.75 | $2.50 | $-0.75 |
| 20 | Vegetable Egg Foo Young | $7.50 | $6.95 | $0.55 |
Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant averaging $8.47 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $1.67 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 187 menu items at Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant and 295 items at Lobster King, with 28 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant offers better average value. Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant averages $8.47 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant's 187 items. Between them, there are 28 shared items with the same name, plus 159 items unique to Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant and 267 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King share?
Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King have 28 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant has 159 exclusive items and Lobster King has 267 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant. 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $8.47). 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 Wah Chinese Restaurant over Lobster King?
Choosing Joy Wah Chinese Restaurant saves you approximately $1.67 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $5.84 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $23 or more.