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King Chinese Buffet vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 56 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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King Chinese Buffet vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

King Chinese Buffet

Shared Items

56

Avg Price Gap

$0.66

Top Rated

King Chinese Buffet

Price analysis: China averages $5.79 per item while King Chinese Buffet averages $5.13, making King Chinese Buffet approximately $0.66 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between King Chinese Buffet and China

# Menu Item King Chinese Buffet China Price Gap
1 Chicken with Broccoli $3.75 $6.50 $-2.75
2 Roast Pork with Chinese Veg $3.75 $6.50 $-2.75
3 Shrimp Lo Mein $3.80 $6.50 $-2.70
4 Beef with Broccoli $3.95 $6.50 $-2.55
5 Bean Curd Home Style $5.25 $3.60 $1.65
6 Szechuan Chicken $6.75 $8.25 $-1.50
7 Hunan Chicken $6.75 $8.25 $-1.50
8 Chicken with Garlic Sauce $6.75 $8.25 $-1.50
9 Fried Baby Shrimp $2.90 $4.25 $-1.35
10 Szechuan Beef $7.25 $8.55 $-1.30
11 Beef with Garlic Sauce $7.25 $8.55 $-1.30
12 Hunan Beef $7.25 $8.55 $-1.30
13 Sweet and Sour Chicken $5.75 $4.50 $1.25
14 Chicken Chow Mein $5.25 $6.50 $-1.25
15 Steamed Mixed Vegetables $4.95 $6.10 $-1.15
16 Steamed Broccoli $4.95 $6.10 $-1.15
17 Vegetable Fried Rice $2.50 $3.55 $-1.05
18 House Special Fried Rice $3.75 $4.75 $-1.00
19 Shrimp Fried Rice $3.55 $4.50 $-0.95
20 Chicken with Snow Peas $3.75 $4.70 $-0.95

King Chinese Buffet vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing King Chinese Buffet 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.

King Chinese Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With King Chinese Buffet averaging $5.13 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.66 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 149 menu items at King Chinese Buffet and 183 items at China, with 56 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, King Chinese Buffet leads with King Chinese Buffet 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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King Chinese Buffet vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is King Chinese Buffet or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, King Chinese Buffet offers better average value. King Chinese Buffet averages $5.13 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see King Chinese Buffet cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — King Chinese Buffet or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to King Chinese Buffet's 149 items. Between them, there are 56 shared items with the same name, plus 93 items unique to King Chinese Buffet and 127 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do King Chinese Buffet and China share?

King Chinese Buffet and China have 56 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. King Chinese Buffet has 93 exclusive items and China has 127 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 — King Chinese Buffet or China?

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

What type of food do King Chinese Buffet 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 King Chinese Buffet and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the King Chinese Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.13). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated September 2026.

How much can I save by choosing King Chinese Buffet over China?

Choosing King Chinese Buffet saves you approximately $0.66 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $2.31 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $9 or more.