Szechuan Garden Express
Items
77
Avg Price
$7.4
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
54
Szechuan Garden Express 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 August 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
272
Szechuan Garden Express vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Szechuan Garden Express
Shared Items
23
Avg Price Gap
$2.74
Top Rated
Tie
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Szechuan Garden Express averages $7.4, making Szechuan Garden Express
approximately $2.74 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Szechuan Garden Express and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Szechuan Garden Express | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hot and Sour Soup | $5.50 | $1.50 | $4.00 |
| 2 | Egg Drop Soup | $5.50 | $1.50 | $4.00 |
| 3 | Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet | $8.95 | $12.95 | $-4.00 |
| 4 | Wonton Soup | $6.25 | $2.50 | $3.75 |
| 5 | Lemon Chicken | $8.25 | $10.95 | $-2.70 |
| 6 | Orange Chicken | $8.25 | $10.95 | $-2.70 |
| 7 | General Tso's Chicken | $8.25 | $10.95 | $-2.70 |
| 8 | Walnut Shrimp | $10.95 | $12.95 | $-2.00 |
| 9 | Orange Beef | $9.00 | $10.95 | $-1.95 |
| 10 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $6.25 | $7.95 | $-1.70 |
| 11 | Chicken Fried Rice | $6.25 | $7.95 | $-1.70 |
| 12 | Beef Fried Rice | $6.25 | $7.95 | $-1.70 |
| 13 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $7.25 | $8.95 | $-1.70 |
| 14 | Sweet and Sour Pork | $8.25 | $8.95 | $-0.70 |
| 15 | Hunan Chicken | $8.25 | $8.95 | $-0.70 |
| 16 | Sweet and Sour Chicken | $8.25 | $8.95 | $-0.70 |
| 17 | Szechuan Chicken | $8.25 | $8.95 | $-0.70 |
| 18 | Chicken with Broccoli | $8.25 | $8.95 | $-0.70 |
| 19 | Mongolian Beef | $9.25 | $8.95 | $0.30 |
| 20 | Beef with Broccoli | $8.75 | $8.95 | $-0.20 |
Szechuan Garden Express vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Szechuan Garden Express 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.
Szechuan Garden Express is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Szechuan Garden Express averaging $7.4 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $2.74 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 77 menu items at Szechuan Garden Express 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 Szechuan Garden Express 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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Szechuan Garden Express vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Szechuan Garden Express or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Szechuan Garden Express offers better average value. Szechuan Garden Express averages $7.4 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Szechuan Garden Express cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Szechuan Garden Express or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Szechuan Garden Express's 77 items. Between them, there are 23 shared items with the same name, plus 54 items unique to Szechuan Garden Express and 272 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Szechuan Garden Express and Lobster King share?
Szechuan Garden Express and Lobster King have 23 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Szechuan Garden Express has 54 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 — Szechuan Garden Express or Lobster King?
Both Szechuan Garden Express 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 Szechuan Garden Express 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 Szechuan Garden Express and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Szechuan Garden Express cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $7.4). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated August 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Szechuan Garden Express over Lobster King?
Choosing Szechuan Garden Express saves you approximately $2.74 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $9.59 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $38 or more.