No.1 Restaurant & Buffet
Items
208
Avg Price
$5.49
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
167
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 41 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
254
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet
Shared Items
41
Avg Price Gap
$4.65
Top Rated
Tie
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet averages $5.49, making No.1 Restaurant & Buffet
approximately $4.65 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 Restaurant & Buffet and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | No.1 Restaurant & Buffet | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lemon Chicken | — | $10.95 | $-10.95 |
| 2 | Moo Shu Shrimp | — | $9.95 | $-9.95 |
| 3 | Lobster Fried Rice | $5.25 | $14.95 | $-9.70 |
| 4 | Moo Shu Beef | — | $8.95 | $-8.95 |
| 5 | Moo Shu Vegetable | $6.35 | — | $6.35 |
| 6 | Seafood Soup | — | $5.95 | $-5.95 |
| 7 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $3.05 | $7.95 | $-4.90 |
| 8 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $4.15 | $8.95 | $-4.80 |
| 9 | House Special Fried Rice | $5.25 | $9.95 | $-4.70 |
| 10 | Chicken Fried Rice | $3.45 | $7.95 | $-4.50 |
| 11 | Shrimp with Broccoli | $5.45 | $9.95 | $-4.50 |
| 12 | Hunan Shrimp | $5.45 | $9.95 | $-4.50 |
| 13 | Chicken with Broccoli | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 14 | Chicken with Black Bean Sauce | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 15 | Hunan Chicken | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 16 | Sesame Chicken | $6.75 | $10.95 | $-4.20 |
| 17 | Orange Chicken | $6.75 | $10.95 | $-4.20 |
| 18 | Beef with Broccoli | $4.95 | $8.95 | $-4.00 |
| 19 | Hunan Beef | $4.95 | $8.95 | $-4.00 |
| 20 | Beef Fried Rice | $4.15 | $7.95 | $-3.80 |
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing No.1 Restaurant & Buffet 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 Restaurant & Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With No.1 Restaurant & Buffet averaging $5.49 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.65 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 208 menu items at No.1 Restaurant & Buffet and 295 items at Lobster King, with 41 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 Restaurant & Buffet 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.
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is No.1 Restaurant & Buffet or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, No.1 Restaurant & Buffet offers better average value. No.1 Restaurant & Buffet averages $5.49 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see No.1 Restaurant & Buffet cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — No.1 Restaurant & Buffet or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to No.1 Restaurant & Buffet's 208 items. Between them, there are 41 shared items with the same name, plus 167 items unique to No.1 Restaurant & Buffet and 254 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do No.1 Restaurant & Buffet and Lobster King share?
No.1 Restaurant & Buffet and Lobster King have 41 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. No.1 Restaurant & Buffet has 167 exclusive items and Lobster King has 254 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 Restaurant & Buffet or Lobster King?
Both No.1 Restaurant & Buffet 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 Restaurant & Buffet 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 Restaurant & Buffet and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the No.1 Restaurant & Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.49). 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 Restaurant & Buffet over Lobster King?
Choosing No.1 Restaurant & Buffet saves you approximately $4.65 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $16.28 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $65 or more.