New China Express
Items
299
Avg Price
$5.11
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
244
New China Express vs China— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 55 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.
China
Items
183
Avg Price
$5.79
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
128
New China Express vs China — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
New China Express
Shared Items
55
Avg Price Gap
$0.68
Top Rated
New China Express
Price analysis:
China averages $5.79 per item while
New China Express averages $5.11, making New China Express
approximately $0.68 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between New China Express and China
| # | Menu Item | New China Express | China | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Double Sauteed Sliced Pork | $4.25 | $8.15 | $-3.90 |
| 2 | Pork with Garlic Sauce | $4.25 | $6.60 | $-2.35 |
| 3 | Shrimp with Garlic Sauce | $6.95 | $9.25 | $-2.30 |
| 4 | Sweet and Sour Shrimp | $6.95 | $4.75 | $2.20 |
| 5 | Beef with Garlic Sauce | $6.55 | $8.55 | $-2.00 |
| 6 | Shrimp Lo Mein | $4.55 | $6.50 | $-1.95 |
| 7 | Moo Goo Gai Pan | $4.55 | $6.50 | $-1.95 |
| 8 | Shrimp with Broccoli | $6.95 | $5.15 | $1.80 |
| 9 | Chicken with Garlic Sauce | $6.55 | $8.25 | $-1.70 |
| 10 | Beef Egg Foo Young | $6.25 | $7.50 | $-1.25 |
| 11 | Chicken Egg Foo Young | $5.75 | $6.80 | $-1.05 |
| 12 | Roast Pork Egg Foo Young | $5.95 | $6.80 | $-0.85 |
| 13 | Shrimp Egg Foo Young | $6.95 | $7.75 | $-0.80 |
| 14 | Sweet and Sour Pork | $3.75 | $4.50 | $-0.75 |
| 15 | Happy Family | $10.95 | $10.25 | $0.70 |
| 16 | Lemon Chicken | $7.95 | $8.60 | $-0.65 |
| 17 | Boneless Chicken | $7.95 | $8.60 | $-0.65 |
| 18 | Vegetable Lo Mein | $3.25 | $3.80 | $-0.55 |
| 19 | Chicken Chow Mein | $5.95 | $6.50 | $-0.55 |
| 20 | Roast Pork or Chicken Lo Mein | $5.95 | $6.50 | $-0.55 |
New China Express vs China — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing New China Express 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 China Express is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With New China Express averaging $5.11 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.68 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 299 menu items at New China Express and 183 items at China, with 55 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 China Express leads with New China Express 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 China Express vs China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is New China Express or China cheaper?
Based on current menu data, New China Express offers better average value. New China Express averages $5.11 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see New China Express cheapest items and China cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — New China Express or China?
New China Express has the larger menu with 299 items tracked compared to China's 183 items. Between them, there are 55 shared items with the same name, plus 244 items unique to New China Express and 128 exclusive to China.
How many menu items do New China Express and China share?
New China Express and China have 55 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. New China Express has 244 exclusive items and China has 128 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 China Express or China?
New China Express leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, New China Express has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do New China Express 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 China Express and China?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the New China Express cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.11). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated August 2026.
How much can I save by choosing New China Express over China?
Choosing New China Express saves you approximately $0.68 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $2.38 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $10 or more.