No. 1 House Chinese
Items
338
Avg Price
$5.53
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
294
No. 1 House Chinese vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 44 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
251
No. 1 House Chinese vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
No. 1 House Chinese
Shared Items
44
Avg Price Gap
$4.61
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
No. 1 House Chinese averages $5.53, making No. 1 House Chinese
approximately $4.61 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 House Chinese and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | No. 1 House Chinese | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Szechuan Shrimp | — | $9.95 | $-9.95 |
| 2 | Hunan Shrimp | — | $9.95 | $-9.95 |
| 3 | Chicken With Black Bean Sauce | — | $8.95 | $-8.95 |
| 4 | Beef With Black Bean Sauce | — | $8.95 | $-8.95 |
| 5 | House Special Fried Rice | $4.50 | $9.95 | $-5.45 |
| 6 | House Special Lo Mein | $4.95 | $9.95 | $-5.00 |
| 7 | Plain Fried Rice | $2.25 | $6.95 | $-4.70 |
| 8 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $3.25 | $7.95 | $-4.70 |
| 9 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $4.25 | $8.95 | $-4.70 |
| 10 | Chicken Fried Rice | $3.50 | $7.95 | $-4.45 |
| 11 | Young Chow Fried Rice | $4.50 | $8.95 | $-4.45 |
| 12 | Beef Fried Rice | $4.25 | $7.95 | $-3.70 |
| 13 | Shrimp With Broccoli | $6.75 | $9.95 | $-3.20 |
| 14 | Shrimp With Lobster Sauce | $6.75 | $9.95 | $-3.20 |
| 15 | Sweet And Sour Shrimp | $6.75 | $9.95 | $-3.20 |
| 16 | Shrimp Egg Foo Young | $6.75 | $9.95 | $-3.20 |
| 17 | Lemon Chicken | $8.15 | $10.95 | $-2.80 |
| 18 | Ma Po Tofu | $6.25 | $8.95 | $-2.70 |
| 19 | General Tso's Shrimp | $9.25 | $11.95 | $-2.70 |
| 20 | General Tso's Chicken | $8.50 | $10.95 | $-2.45 |
No. 1 House Chinese vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing No. 1 House Chinese and Lobster King 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.
No. 1 House Chinese is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With No. 1 House Chinese averaging $5.53 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.61 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 338 menu items at No. 1 House Chinese and 295 items at Lobster King, with 44 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, Lobster King leads with No. 1 House Chinese scoring 3/5 versus Lobster King at 4/5. While price matters, the overall dining experience and food quality reflected in these ratings are equally important factors in choosing between these two restaurants.
No. 1 House Chinese vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is No. 1 House Chinese or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, No. 1 House Chinese offers better average value. No. 1 House Chinese averages $5.53 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see No. 1 House Chinese cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — No. 1 House Chinese or Lobster King?
No. 1 House Chinese has the larger menu with 338 items tracked compared to Lobster King's 295 items. Between them, there are 44 shared items with the same name, plus 294 items unique to No. 1 House Chinese and 251 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do No. 1 House Chinese and Lobster King share?
No. 1 House Chinese and Lobster King have 44 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. No. 1 House Chinese has 294 exclusive items and Lobster King has 251 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 House Chinese or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for No. 1 House Chinese. When choosing based purely on quality, Lobster King has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do No. 1 House Chinese and Lobster King 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 House Chinese and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the No. 1 House Chinese cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.53). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated July 2026.
How much can I save by choosing No. 1 House Chinese over Lobster King?
Choosing No. 1 House Chinese saves you approximately $4.61 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $16.14 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $65 or more.