Red Star Chinese Restaurant
Items
136
Avg Price
$9.79
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
93
Red Star Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 43 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
252
Red Star Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Red Star Chinese Restaurant
Shared Items
43
Avg Price Gap
$0.35
Top Rated
Tie
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Red Star Chinese Restaurant averages $9.79, making Red Star Chinese Restaurant
approximately $0.35 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Red Star Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Red Star Chinese Restaurant | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepper Steak | $10.15 | — | $10.15 |
| 2 | Beef With Black Bean Sauce | $11.45 | $8.95 | $2.50 |
| 3 | Vegetable Egg Foo Young | $9.15 | $6.95 | $2.20 |
| 4 | Orange Beef | $13.05 | $10.95 | $2.10 |
| 5 | Beef Egg Foo Young | $9.95 | $7.95 | $2.00 |
| 6 | Chicken Egg Foo Young | $9.85 | $7.95 | $1.90 |
| 7 | Lemon Chicken | $9.45 | $10.95 | $-1.50 |
| 8 | Mongolian Beef | $10.45 | $8.95 | $1.50 |
| 9 | Chicken With Black Bean Sauce | $10.45 | $8.95 | $1.50 |
| 10 | Hot and Sour Soup | $2.80 | $1.50 | $1.30 |
| 11 | Hunan Beef | $10.25 | $8.95 | $1.30 |
| 12 | Beef With Broccoli | $10.15 | $8.95 | $1.20 |
| 13 | Szechuan Beef | $10.15 | $8.95 | $1.20 |
| 14 | Shrimp with Lobster Sauce | $11.15 | $9.95 | $1.20 |
| 15 | Egg Drop Soup | $2.60 | $1.50 | $1.10 |
| 16 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $8.00 | $8.95 | $-0.95 |
| 17 | Hunan Chicken | $9.85 | $8.95 | $0.90 |
| 18 | Mongolian Chicken | $9.85 | $8.95 | $0.90 |
| 19 | Cashew Shrimp | $10.85 | $9.95 | $0.90 |
| 20 | Sesame Chicken | $11.85 | $10.95 | $0.90 |
Red Star Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Red Star Chinese Restaurant 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.
Red Star Chinese Restaurant is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Red Star Chinese Restaurant averaging $9.79 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $0.35 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 136 menu items at Red Star Chinese Restaurant and 295 items at Lobster King, with 43 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 Red Star Chinese Restaurant 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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Red Star Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Red Star Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Red Star Chinese Restaurant offers better average value. Red Star Chinese Restaurant averages $9.79 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Red Star Chinese Restaurant cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Red Star Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Red Star Chinese Restaurant's 136 items. Between them, there are 43 shared items with the same name, plus 93 items unique to Red Star Chinese Restaurant and 252 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Red Star Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King share?
Red Star Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King have 43 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Red Star Chinese Restaurant has 93 exclusive items and Lobster King has 252 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 — Red Star Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?
Both Red Star Chinese Restaurant 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 Red Star Chinese Restaurant 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 Red Star Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Red Star Chinese Restaurant cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $9.79). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated August 2026.