No. 1 Chef
Items
241
Avg Price
$8.28
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
215
No. 1 Chef vs China— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 26 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.
China
Items
183
Avg Price
$5.79
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
157
No. 1 Chef vs China — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
China
Shared Items
26
Avg Price Gap
$2.49
Top Rated
No. 1 Chef
Price analysis:
No. 1 Chef averages $8.28 per item while
China averages $5.79, making China
approximately $2.49 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between No. 1 Chef and China
| # | Menu Item | No. 1 Chef | China | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lemon Chicken | — | $8.60 | $-8.60 |
| 2 | Sesame Chicken | — | $8.55 | $-8.55 |
| 3 | Szechuan Chicken | — | $8.25 | $-8.25 |
| 4 | Wonton Soup | $7.99 | $1.10 | $6.89 |
| 5 | Sweet And Sour Shrimp | $11.49 | $4.75 | $6.74 |
| 6 | Mongolian Chicken | — | $6.60 | $-6.60 |
| 7 | Moo Goo Gai Pan | — | $6.50 | $-6.50 |
| 8 | Beef With Snow Peas | $9.99 | $4.95 | $5.04 |
| 9 | Shrimp With Lobster Sauce | $11.49 | $6.75 | $4.74 |
| 10 | Sweet And Sour Chicken | — | $4.50 | $-4.50 |
| 11 | Sweet And Sour Pork | — | $4.50 | $-4.50 |
| 12 | Seafood Soup | $8.99 | $4.75 | $4.24 |
| 13 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $8.49 | $4.50 | $3.99 |
| 14 | Vegetable Chow Mein | $7.49 | $3.55 | $3.94 |
| 15 | Chicken Fried Rice | $7.49 | $3.80 | $3.69 |
| 16 | Hunan Beef | $11.99 | $8.55 | $3.44 |
| 17 | Beef Fried Rice | $7.49 | $4.25 | $3.24 |
| 18 | Beef Chow Mein | $7.49 | $4.25 | $3.24 |
| 19 | Hot And Sour Soup | $4.49 | $1.75 | $2.74 |
| 20 | General Tso's Chicken | $10.99 | $8.55 | $2.44 |
No. 1 Chef vs China — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing No. 1 Chef 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 No. 1 Chef averaging $8.28 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $2.49 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 241 menu items at No. 1 Chef and 183 items at China, with 26 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, No. 1 Chef leads with No. 1 Chef 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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No. 1 Chef vs China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is No. 1 Chef or China cheaper?
Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. No. 1 Chef averages $8.28 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see No. 1 Chef cheapest items and China cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — No. 1 Chef or China?
No. 1 Chef has the larger menu with 241 items tracked compared to China's 183 items. Between them, there are 26 shared items with the same name, plus 215 items unique to No. 1 Chef and 157 exclusive to China.
How many menu items do No. 1 Chef and China share?
No. 1 Chef and China have 26 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. No. 1 Chef has 215 exclusive items and China has 157 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 — No. 1 Chef or China?
No. 1 Chef leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, No. 1 Chef has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do No. 1 Chef 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 No. 1 Chef and China?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the No. 1 Chef cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $8.28). 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 No. 1 Chef?
Choosing China saves you approximately $2.49 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $8.71 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $35 or more.