Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants
Items
170
Avg Price
$9.72
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
134
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 36 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
259
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants
Shared Items
36
Avg Price Gap
$0.42
Top Rated
Tie
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants averages $9.72, making Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants
approximately $0.42 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepper Steak | $10.95 | — | $10.95 |
| 2 | Cashew Chicken | — | $8.95 | $-8.95 |
| 3 | General Tso's Shrimp | $15.95 | $11.95 | $4.00 |
| 4 | House Special Fried Rice | $6.95 | $9.95 | $-3.00 |
| 5 | Mongolian Beef | $11.95 | $8.95 | $3.00 |
| 6 | Shrimp with lobster Sauce | $12.95 | $9.95 | $3.00 |
| 7 | Shrimp with Broccoli | $12.95 | $9.95 | $3.00 |
| 8 | Hunan Shrimp | $12.95 | $9.95 | $3.00 |
| 9 | Szechuan Shrimp | $12.95 | $9.95 | $3.00 |
| 10 | Beef Fried Rice | $5.95 | $7.95 | $-2.00 |
| 11 | Chicken Fried Rice | $5.95 | $7.95 | $-2.00 |
| 12 | Chicken Chop Suey | $6.95 | $8.95 | $-2.00 |
| 13 | Beef Chop Suey | $6.95 | $8.95 | $-2.00 |
| 14 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $6.95 | $8.95 | $-2.00 |
| 15 | Shrimp Chop Suey | $7.95 | $9.95 | $-2.00 |
| 16 | Beef with Broccoli | $10.95 | $8.95 | $2.00 |
| 17 | Beef with Black Bean Sauce | $10.95 | $8.95 | $2.00 |
| 18 | Chicken with Broccoli | $10.95 | $8.95 | $2.00 |
| 19 | Chicken with Black Bean Sauce | $10.95 | $8.95 | $2.00 |
| 20 | Hunan Beef | $10.95 | $8.95 | $2.00 |
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants 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.
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants averaging $9.72 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $0.42 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 170 menu items at Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and 295 items at Lobster King, with 36 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, Tie leads with Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants scoring 4/5 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.
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants offers better average value. Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants averages $9.72 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants's 170 items. Between them, there are 36 shared items with the same name, plus 134 items unique to Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and 259 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and Lobster King share?
Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and Lobster King have 36 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants has 134 exclusive items and Lobster King has 259 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 — Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants or Lobster King?
Both Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and Lobster King are rated equally — 4/5 from customer reviews. The decision between the two comes down to price, menu variety, and personal preference rather than quality alone.
What type of food do Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants 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 Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Kim Lai Chinese Restaurants cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $9.72). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated July 2026.