New Ruby Palace vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 19 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.

New Ruby Palace vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

China

Shared Items

19

Avg Price Gap

$5.04

Top Rated

New Ruby Palace

Price analysis: New Ruby Palace averages $10.83 per item while China averages $5.79, making China approximately $5.04 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

19 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between New Ruby Palace and China

# Menu Item New Ruby Palace China Price Gap
1 Sweet and Sour Shrimp $12.95 $4.75 $8.20
2 Shrimp with Black Bean Sauce $12.95 $5.15 $7.80
3 Shrimp with Snow Peas $12.95 $5.45 $7.50
4 Happy Family $16.95 $10.25 $6.70
5 Hot and Sour Soup $7.95 $1.75 $6.20
6 Shrimp with Lobster Sauce $12.95 $6.75 $6.20
7 Sweet and Sour Chicken $9.95 $4.50 $5.45
8 Sweet and Sour Pork $9.95 $4.50 $5.45
9 Chicken with Snow Peas $9.95 $4.70 $5.25
10 Moo Goo Gai Pan $9.95 $6.50 $3.45
11 Chicken with Broccoli $9.95 $6.50 $3.45
12 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $10.95 $7.75 $3.20
13 Chicken Egg Foo Young $9.95 $6.80 $3.15
14 Beef Egg Foo Young $9.95 $7.50 $2.45
15 Szechuan Beef $10.95 $8.55 $2.40
16 Sesame Chicken $10.95 $8.55 $2.40
17 Lemon Chicken $10.95 $8.60 $2.35
18 Mongolian Beef $10.95 $8.80 $2.15
19 General Tso's Chicken $9.95 $8.55 $1.40

New Ruby Palace vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing New Ruby Palace 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.

China is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With New Ruby Palace averaging $10.83 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $5.04 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 186 menu items at New Ruby Palace and 183 items at China, with 19 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 Ruby Palace leads with New Ruby Palace 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 Ruby Palace vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is New Ruby Palace or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. New Ruby Palace averages $10.83 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see New Ruby Palace cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — New Ruby Palace or China?

New Ruby Palace has the larger menu with 186 items tracked compared to China's 183 items. Between them, there are 19 shared items with the same name, plus 167 items unique to New Ruby Palace and 164 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do New Ruby Palace and China share?

New Ruby Palace and China have 19 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. New Ruby Palace has 167 exclusive items and China has 164 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 Ruby Palace or China?

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

What type of food do New Ruby Palace 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 Ruby Palace and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the New Ruby Palace cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $10.83). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated July 2026.

How much can I save by choosing China over New Ruby Palace?

Choosing China saves you approximately $5.04 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $17.64 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $71 or more.

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