Szechuan Tasty House
Items
218
Avg Price
$8.57
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
192
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Szechuan Tasty House
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Lobster King
Szechuan Tasty House vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 26 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated June 2026.
Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
269
Szechuan Tasty House vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Szechuan Tasty House
Shared Items
26
Avg Price Gap
$1.57
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Szechuan Tasty House averages $8.57, making Szechuan Tasty House
approximately $1.57 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Szechuan Tasty House and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Szechuan Tasty House | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ma Po Tofu | $11.95 | $8.95 | $3.00 |
| 2 | House Special Fried Rice | $7.25 | $9.95 | $-2.70 |
| 3 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $6.75 | $8.95 | $-2.20 |
| 4 | Shrimp Lo Mein | $6.75 | $8.95 | $-2.20 |
| 5 | House Special Lo Mein | $7.95 | $9.95 | $-2.00 |
| 6 | Orange Chicken | $8.95 | $10.95 | $-2.00 |
| 7 | General Tso's Chicken | $8.95 | $10.95 | $-2.00 |
| 8 | Sesame Chicken | $8.95 | $10.95 | $-2.00 |
| 9 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $6.00 | $7.95 | $-1.95 |
| 10 | Chicken Fried Rice | $6.25 | $7.95 | $-1.70 |
| 11 | Young Chow Fried Rice | $7.25 | $8.95 | $-1.70 |
| 12 | Chicken Lo Mein | $6.25 | $7.95 | $-1.70 |
| 13 | Beef Fried Rice | $6.75 | $7.95 | $-1.20 |
| 14 | Beef Lo Mein | $6.75 | $7.95 | $-1.20 |
| 15 | Wonton Soup | $1.50 | $2.50 | $-1.00 |
| 16 | General Tso's Shrimp | $12.95 | $11.95 | $1.00 |
| 17 | General Tso's Beef | $11.95 | $10.95 | $1.00 |
| 18 | Hunan Beef | $9.50 | $8.95 | $0.55 |
| 19 | Szechuan Beef | $9.50 | $8.95 | $0.55 |
| 20 | Hunan Chicken | $8.75 | $8.95 | $-0.20 |
Szechuan Tasty House vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Szechuan Tasty House 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 Tasty House is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Szechuan Tasty House averaging $8.57 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $1.57 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 218 menu items at Szechuan Tasty House and 295 items at Lobster King, with 26 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, Lobster King leads with Szechuan Tasty House scoring 3/5 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 Tasty House vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Szechuan Tasty House or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Szechuan Tasty House offers better average value. Szechuan Tasty House averages $8.57 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Szechuan Tasty House cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Szechuan Tasty House or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Szechuan Tasty House's 218 items. Between them, there are 26 shared items with the same name, plus 192 items unique to Szechuan Tasty House and 269 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Szechuan Tasty House and Lobster King share?
Szechuan Tasty House and Lobster King have 26 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Szechuan Tasty House has 192 exclusive items and Lobster King has 269 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 Tasty House or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Szechuan Tasty House. When choosing based purely on quality, Lobster King has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Szechuan Tasty House 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 Tasty House and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Szechuan Tasty House cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $8.57). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated June 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Szechuan Tasty House over Lobster King?
Choosing Szechuan Tasty House saves you approximately $1.57 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $5.50 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $22 or more.