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Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 23 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant

Shared Items

23

Avg Price Gap

$0.27

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant averages $9.87, making Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant approximately $0.27 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King

# Menu Item Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant Lobster King Price Gap
1 Pepper Steak $9.95 $9.95
2 Hot and Sour Soup $5.95 $1.50 $4.45
3 Beef Fried Rice $5.25 $7.95 $-2.70
4 Chicken Fried Rice $5.25 $7.95 $-2.70
5 Wonton Soup $4.95 $2.50 $2.45
6 Shrimp Fried Rice $6.50 $8.95 $-2.45
7 Vegetable Fried Rice $5.95 $7.95 $-2.00
8 Cashew Shrimp $11.95 $9.95 $2.00
9 Shrimp with Lobster Sauce $11.95 $9.95 $2.00
10 Vegetable Egg Foo Young $8.50 $6.95 $1.55
11 Fried Wonton (10) $3.95 $4.95 $-1.00
12 Mongolian Beef $9.95 $8.95 $1.00
13 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $10.95 $9.95 $1.00
14 Orange Shrimp $12.95 $11.95 $1.00
15 General Tso's Chicken $10.00 $10.95 $-0.95
16 Sesame Chicken $10.00 $10.95 $-0.95
17 Lemon Chicken $10.00 $10.95 $-0.95
18 Chicken Egg Foo Young $8.50 $7.95 $0.55
19 Sweet and Sour Pork $8.45 $8.95 $-0.50
20 Orange Beef $10.50 $10.95 $-0.45

Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Ruby Palace 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.

Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant averaging $9.87 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $0.27 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 177 menu items at Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant and 295 items at Lobster King, with 23 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 Ruby Palace 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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Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant offers better average value. Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant averages $9.87 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?

Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant's 177 items. Between them, there are 23 shared items with the same name, plus 154 items unique to Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant and 272 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King share?

Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King have 23 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant has 154 exclusive items and Lobster King has 272 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 — Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant or Lobster King?

Both Ruby Palace 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 Ruby Palace 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 Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $9.87). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated September 2026.