Szechuan Garden Inn vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 21 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.

Szechuan Garden Inn vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Szechuan Garden Inn

Shared Items

21

Avg Price Gap

$0.06

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Szechuan Garden Inn averages $10.08, making Szechuan Garden Inn approximately $0.06 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Szechuan Garden Inn and Lobster King

# Menu Item Szechuan Garden Inn Lobster King Price Gap
1 Pepper Steak $11.95 $11.95
2 Lemon Shrimp $15.95 $11.95 $4.00
3 General Tso's Shrimp $15.95 $11.95 $4.00
4 Chicken Lo Mein $4.95 $7.95 $-3.00
5 Vegetable Fried Rice $4.95 $7.95 $-3.00
6 Chicken Fried Rice $4.95 $7.95 $-3.00
7 Shrimp Lo Mein $5.95 $8.95 $-3.00
8 Shrimp Fried Rice $5.95 $8.95 $-3.00
9 House Special Fried Rice $6.95 $9.95 $-3.00
10 Beef with Broccoli $11.95 $8.95 $3.00
11 Moo Shu Shrimp $12.95 $9.95 $3.00
12 Cashew Shrimp $12.95 $9.95 $3.00
13 General Tso's Chicken $13.95 $10.95 $3.00
14 Beef Lo Mein $5.95 $7.95 $-2.00
15 Beef Fried Rice $5.95 $7.95 $-2.00
16 Vegetable Egg Foo Young $8.95 $6.95 $2.00
17 Beef Egg Foo Young $9.95 $7.95 $2.00
18 Chicken Egg Foo Young $8.95 $7.95 $1.00
19 Wonton Soup $2.00 $2.50 $-0.50
20 Egg Drop Soup $2.00 $1.50 $0.50

Szechuan Garden Inn vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Szechuan Garden Inn 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 Inn is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Szechuan Garden Inn averaging $10.08 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $0.06 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 222 menu items at Szechuan Garden Inn and 295 items at Lobster King, with 21 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 Inn 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 Inn vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Szechuan Garden Inn or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Szechuan Garden Inn offers better average value. Szechuan Garden Inn averages $10.08 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Szechuan Garden Inn cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Szechuan Garden Inn or Lobster King?

Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Szechuan Garden Inn's 222 items. Between them, there are 21 shared items with the same name, plus 201 items unique to Szechuan Garden Inn and 274 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Szechuan Garden Inn and Lobster King share?

Szechuan Garden Inn and Lobster King have 21 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Szechuan Garden Inn has 201 exclusive items and Lobster King has 274 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 Inn or Lobster King?

Both Szechuan Garden Inn 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 Inn 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 Inn and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Szechuan Garden Inn cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $10.08). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated July 2026.