Old St Louis Chop Suey
Items
311
Avg Price
$4.29
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
294
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Old St Louis Chop Suey vs China— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 17 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated June 2026.
China
Items
183
Avg Price
$5.79
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
166
Old St Louis Chop Suey vs China — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Old St Louis Chop Suey
Shared Items
17
Avg Price Gap
$1.50
Top Rated
Old St Louis Chop Suey
Price analysis:
China averages $5.79 per item while
Old St Louis Chop Suey averages $4.29, making Old St Louis Chop Suey
approximately $1.50 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
17 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Old St Louis Chop Suey and China
| # | Menu Item | Old St Louis Chop Suey | China | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lemon Chicken | — | $8.60 | $-8.60 |
| 2 | Hunan Chicken | — | $8.25 | $-8.25 |
| 3 | Hunan Beef | $4.20 | $8.55 | $-4.35 |
| 4 | General Tso's Chicken | $4.20 | $8.55 | $-4.35 |
| 5 | Mongolian Beef | $4.50 | $8.80 | $-4.30 |
| 6 | Sesame Chicken | $5.20 | $8.55 | $-3.35 |
| 7 | Moo Goo Gai Pan | $4.70 | $6.50 | $-1.80 |
| 8 | Chicken Wings | $4.15 | $5.80 | $-1.65 |
| 9 | Happy Family | $8.70 | $10.25 | $-1.55 |
| 10 | Fried Wonton | $1.80 | $2.75 | $-0.95 |
| 11 | Shrimp with Lobster Sauce | $7.70 | $6.75 | $0.95 |
| 12 | Wonton Soup | $1.50 | $1.10 | $0.40 |
| 13 | Egg Drop Soup | $1.50 | $1.10 | $0.40 |
| 14 | Hot and Sour Soup | $1.50 | $1.75 | $-0.25 |
| 15 | Sweet and Sour Shrimp | $4.95 | $4.75 | $0.20 |
| 16 | Sweet and Sour Pork | $4.55 | $4.50 | $0.05 |
| 17 | Sweet and Sour Chicken | $4.50 | $4.50 | — |
Old St Louis Chop Suey vs China — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Old St Louis Chop Suey 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.
Old St Louis Chop Suey is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Old St Louis Chop Suey averaging $4.29 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $1.50 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 311 menu items at Old St Louis Chop Suey and 183 items at China, with 17 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, Old St Louis Chop Suey leads with Old St Louis Chop Suey 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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Old St Louis Chop Suey vs China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Old St Louis Chop Suey or China cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Old St Louis Chop Suey offers better average value. Old St Louis Chop Suey averages $4.29 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Old St Louis Chop Suey cheapest items and China cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Old St Louis Chop Suey or China?
Old St Louis Chop Suey has the larger menu with 311 items tracked compared to China's 183 items. Between them, there are 17 shared items with the same name, plus 294 items unique to Old St Louis Chop Suey and 166 exclusive to China.
How many menu items do Old St Louis Chop Suey and China share?
Old St Louis Chop Suey and China have 17 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Old St Louis Chop Suey has 294 exclusive items and China has 166 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 — Old St Louis Chop Suey or China?
Old St Louis Chop Suey leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, Old St Louis Chop Suey has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Old St Louis Chop Suey 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 Old St Louis Chop Suey and China?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Old St Louis Chop Suey cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $4.29). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated June 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Old St Louis Chop Suey over China?
Choosing Old St Louis Chop Suey saves you approximately $1.50 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $5.25 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $21 or more.