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Lucky China Buffet vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 45 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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Lucky China Buffet vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Lucky China Buffet

Shared Items

45

Avg Price Gap

$0.43

Top Rated

Lucky China Buffet

Price analysis: China averages $5.79 per item while Lucky China Buffet averages $5.36, making Lucky China Buffet approximately $0.43 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

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

# Menu Item Lucky China Buffet China Price Gap
1 Sweet and Sour Shrimp $8.25 $4.75 $3.50
2 Shrimp Lo Mein $3.75 $6.50 $-2.75
3 Shrimp Chow Mein $3.75 $6.50 $-2.75
4 Chicken Wings $3.50 $5.80 $-2.30
5 Beef with Chinese Vegetable $4.25 $6.50 $-2.25
6 Vegetable Lo Mein $5.50 $3.80 $1.70
7 Lemon Chicken $6.95 $8.60 $-1.65
8 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.25 $7.75 $-1.50
9 Sweet and Sour Chicken $5.95 $4.50 $1.45
10 Curry Chicken with Onion $5.95 $4.50 $1.45
11 Happy Family $8.95 $10.25 $-1.30
12 Pepper Steak with Onions $5.95 $4.70 $1.25
13 Beef Egg Foo Young $6.25 $7.50 $-1.25
14 Shrimp Fried Rice $3.50 $4.50 $-1.00
15 Pu-Pu Platters $7.95 $8.95 $-1.00
16 Scallops with Garlic Sauce $8.25 $9.25 $-1.00
17 Chicken Lo Mein $3.25 $4.20 $-0.95
18 Chicken Egg Foo Young $5.95 $6.80 $-0.85
19 Mongolian Beef $7.95 $8.80 $-0.85
20 House Special Fried Rice $3.95 $4.75 $-0.80

Lucky China Buffet vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Lucky China 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.

Lucky China Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Lucky China Buffet averaging $5.36 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.43 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 98 menu items at Lucky China Buffet and 183 items at China, with 45 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, Lucky China Buffet leads with Lucky China 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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Lucky China Buffet vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Lucky China Buffet or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Lucky China Buffet offers better average value. Lucky China Buffet averages $5.36 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Lucky China Buffet cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Lucky China Buffet or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to Lucky China Buffet's 98 items. Between them, there are 45 shared items with the same name, plus 53 items unique to Lucky China Buffet and 138 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do Lucky China Buffet and China share?

Lucky China Buffet and China have 45 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Lucky China Buffet has 53 exclusive items and China has 138 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 — Lucky China Buffet or China?

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

What type of food do Lucky China 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 Lucky China Buffet and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Lucky China Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.36). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated September 2026.