New Century Buffet vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 35 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.

New Century Buffet vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

New Century Buffet

Shared Items

35

Avg Price Gap

$0.03

Top Rated

New Century Buffet

Price analysis: China averages $5.79 per item while New Century Buffet averages $5.76, making New Century Buffet approximately $0.03 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

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

# Menu Item New Century Buffet China Price Gap
1 Honey Chicken $4.75 $8.80 $-4.05
2 Curry Beef with Onion $8.25 $4.70 $3.55
3 Curry Chicken with Onion $7.95 $4.50 $3.45
4 Shrimp Lo Mein $4.55 $6.50 $-1.95
5 Chicken with Broccoli $4.75 $6.50 $-1.75
6 Chicken with Cashew Nuts $4.75 $6.50 $-1.75
7 Beef with Broccoli $4.95 $6.50 $-1.55
8 Shrimp with Lobster Sauce $5.25 $6.75 $-1.50
9 Seafood Soup $6.25 $4.75 $1.50
10 Mongolian Chicken $7.95 $6.60 $1.35
11 Wonton Soup $1.75 $1.10 $0.65
12 Egg Drop Soup $1.75 $1.10 $0.65
13 Mongolian Beef $8.25 $8.80 $-0.55
14 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $7.25 $7.75 $-0.50
15 Sweet and Sour Chicken $4.95 $4.50 $0.45
16 Shrimp Fried Rice $4.25 $4.50 $-0.25
17 Roast Pork with Broccoli $4.75 $4.50 $0.25
18 Chicken with Black Bean Sauce $4.75 $4.50 $0.25
19 Beef with Mushrooms $4.95 $4.70 $0.25
20 Beef Egg Foo Young $7.25 $7.50 $-0.25

New Century Buffet vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing New Century 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.

New Century Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With New Century Buffet averaging $5.76 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.03 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 137 menu items at New Century Buffet and 183 items at China, with 35 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, New Century Buffet leads with New Century 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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New Century Buffet vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is New Century Buffet or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, New Century Buffet offers better average value. New Century Buffet averages $5.76 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see New Century Buffet cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — New Century Buffet or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to New Century Buffet's 137 items. Between them, there are 35 shared items with the same name, plus 102 items unique to New Century Buffet and 148 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do New Century Buffet and China share?

New Century Buffet and China have 35 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. New Century Buffet has 102 exclusive items and China has 148 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 — New Century Buffet or China?

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

What type of food do New Century 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 New Century Buffet and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the New Century Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.76). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated July 2026.

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