No. 1 Chinese
Items
45
Avg Price
$9.22
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
40
No. 1 Chinese vs China— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 5 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
178
No. 1 Chinese vs China — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
China
Shared Items
5
Avg Price Gap
$3.43
Top Rated
No. 1 Chinese
Price analysis:
No. 1 Chinese averages $9.22 per item while
China averages $5.79, making China
approximately $3.43 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
5 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between No. 1 Chinese and China
| # | Menu Item | No. 1 Chinese | China | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweet and Sour Shrimp | $15.00 | $4.75 | $10.25 |
| 2 | Beef with Broccoli | $14.00 | $6.50 | $7.50 |
| 3 | Sesame Chicken | $13.00 | $8.55 | $4.45 |
| 4 | General Tso's Chicken | $13.00 | $8.55 | $4.45 |
| 5 | Lemon Chicken | $13.00 | $8.60 | $4.40 |
No. 1 Chinese vs China — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing No. 1 Chinese 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 Chinese averaging $9.22 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $3.43 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 45 menu items at No. 1 Chinese and 183 items at China, with 5 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 Chinese leads with No. 1 Chinese 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 Chinese vs China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is No. 1 Chinese or China cheaper?
Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. No. 1 Chinese averages $9.22 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see No. 1 Chinese cheapest items and China cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — No. 1 Chinese or China?
China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to No. 1 Chinese's 45 items. Between them, there are 5 shared items with the same name, plus 40 items unique to No. 1 Chinese and 178 exclusive to China.
How many menu items do No. 1 Chinese and China share?
No. 1 Chinese and China have 5 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. No. 1 Chinese has 40 exclusive items and China has 178 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 Chinese or China?
No. 1 Chinese leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, No. 1 Chinese has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do No. 1 Chinese 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 Chinese and China?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the No. 1 Chinese cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $9.22). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated August 2026.
How much can I save by choosing China over No. 1 Chinese?
Choosing China saves you approximately $3.43 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $12.01 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $48 or more.