Ming Choy vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 44 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.

Ming Choy vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Ming Choy

Shared Items

44

Avg Price Gap

$3.53

Top Rated

Lobster King

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Ming Choy averages $6.61, making Ming Choy approximately $3.53 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Ming Choy and Lobster King

# Menu Item Ming Choy Lobster King Price Gap
1 Pepper Steak $7.00 $7.00
2 Combination Fried Rice $5.85 $5.85
3 Lemon Shrimp $7.40 $11.95 $-4.55
4 Orange Shrimp $7.40 $11.95 $-4.55
5 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $5.70 $9.95 $-4.25
6 Orange Chicken $7.00 $10.95 $-3.95
7 Sesame Chicken $7.00 $10.95 $-3.95
8 General Tso's Chicken $7.00 $10.95 $-3.95
9 Lemon Chicken $7.00 $10.95 $-3.95
10 Orange Beef $7.00 $10.95 $-3.95
11 General Tso's Beef $7.00 $10.95 $-3.95
12 Hot and Sour $3.50 $3.50
13 Shrimp Fried Rice $5.55 $8.95 $-3.40
14 Vegetable Fried Rice $5.25 $7.95 $-2.70
15 BBQ Pork Fried Rice $5.25 $7.95 $-2.70
16 Chicken Fried Rice $5.25 $7.95 $-2.70
17 Beef Fried Rice $5.25 $7.95 $-2.70
18 BBQ Pork Egg Foo Young $5.40 $7.95 $-2.55
19 Chicken Egg Foo Young $5.40 $7.95 $-2.55
20 Beef Egg Foo Young $5.40 $7.95 $-2.55

Ming Choy vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Ming Choy 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.

Ming Choy is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Ming Choy averaging $6.61 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $3.53 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 183 menu items at Ming Choy and 295 items at Lobster King, with 44 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 Ming Choy 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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Ming Choy vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Ming Choy or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Ming Choy offers better average value. Ming Choy averages $6.61 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Ming Choy cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Ming Choy or Lobster King?

Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Ming Choy's 183 items. Between them, there are 44 shared items with the same name, plus 139 items unique to Ming Choy and 251 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Ming Choy and Lobster King share?

Ming Choy and Lobster King have 44 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Ming Choy has 139 exclusive items and Lobster King has 251 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 — Ming Choy or Lobster King?

Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Ming Choy. 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 Ming Choy 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 Ming Choy and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Ming Choy cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $6.61). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated July 2026.

How much can I save by choosing Ming Choy over Lobster King?

Choosing Ming Choy saves you approximately $3.53 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $12.35 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $49 or more.