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No. 1 Panda House vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 47 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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No. 1 Panda House vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

No. 1 Panda House

Shared Items

47

Avg Price Gap

$4.35

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while No. 1 Panda House averages $5.79, making No. 1 Panda House approximately $4.35 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between No. 1 Panda House and Lobster King

# Menu Item No. 1 Panda House Lobster King Price Gap
1 Pepper Steak $6.95 $6.95
2 Moo Shu Vegetable $5.95 $5.95
3 House Special Fried Rice $4.95 $9.95 $-5.00
4 Shrimp Chop Suey $4.95 $9.95 $-5.00
5 Chicken Fried Rice $3.25 $7.95 $-4.70
6 Vegetable Fried Rice $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
7 Shrimp Fried Rice $4.50 $8.95 $-4.45
8 Young Chow Fried Rice $4.75 $8.95 $-4.20
9 Beef Chop Suey $4.95 $8.95 $-4.00
10 Chicken with Black Bean Sauce $4.95 $8.95 $-4.00
11 Hunan Chicken $4.95 $8.95 $-4.00
12 Beef Fried Rice $4.50 $7.95 $-3.45
13 Orange Beef $7.50 $10.95 $-3.45
14 Hunan Beef $5.75 $8.95 $-3.20
15 Crispy Shrimp $9.95 $12.95 $-3.00
16 Shrimp with Broccoli $7.25 $9.95 $-2.70
17 Shrimp with Lobster Sauce $7.25 $9.95 $-2.70
18 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $7.25 $9.95 $-2.70
19 Moo Shu Shrimp $7.50 $9.95 $-2.45
20 Sweet and Sour Pork $6.95 $8.95 $-2.00

No. 1 Panda House vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing No. 1 Panda House 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 Panda House is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With No. 1 Panda House averaging $5.79 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.35 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 340 menu items at No. 1 Panda House and 295 items at Lobster King, with 47 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, Tie leads with No. 1 Panda House scoring 4/5 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.

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No. 1 Panda House vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is No. 1 Panda House or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, No. 1 Panda House offers better average value. No. 1 Panda House averages $5.79 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see No. 1 Panda House cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — No. 1 Panda House or Lobster King?

No. 1 Panda House has the larger menu with 340 items tracked compared to Lobster King's 295 items. Between them, there are 47 shared items with the same name, plus 293 items unique to No. 1 Panda House and 248 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do No. 1 Panda House and Lobster King share?

No. 1 Panda House and Lobster King have 47 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. No. 1 Panda House has 293 exclusive items and Lobster King has 248 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 Panda House or Lobster King?

Both No. 1 Panda House and Lobster King are rated equally — 4/5 from customer reviews. The decision between the two comes down to price, menu variety, and personal preference rather than quality alone.

What type of food do No. 1 Panda House 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 Panda House and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the No. 1 Panda House cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.79). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated September 2026.

How much can I save by choosing No. 1 Panda House over Lobster King?

Choosing No. 1 Panda House saves you approximately $4.35 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $15.22 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $61 or more.