Szechwan Cafe
Items
156
Avg Price
$8.75
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
139
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Szechwan Cafe
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Lobster King
Szechwan Cafe vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 17 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
278
Szechwan Cafe vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Szechwan Cafe
Shared Items
17
Avg Price Gap
$1.39
Top Rated
Tie
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Szechwan Cafe averages $8.75, making Szechwan Cafe
approximately $1.39 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
17 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Szechwan Cafe and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Szechwan Cafe | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hot And Sour Soup | $6.25 | $1.50 | $4.75 |
| 2 | Wonton Soup | $6.25 | $2.50 | $3.75 |
| 3 | House Special Fried Rice | $7.25 | $9.95 | $-2.70 |
| 4 | Lemon Chicken | $8.95 | $10.95 | $-2.00 |
| 5 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $7.25 | $8.95 | $-1.70 |
| 6 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $6.55 | $7.95 | $-1.40 |
| 7 | Cashew Chicken | $9.95 | $8.95 | $1.00 |
| 8 | Mongolian Chicken | $9.95 | $8.95 | $1.00 |
| 9 | Chicken Fried Rice | $7.25 | $7.95 | $-0.70 |
| 10 | BBQ Pork Fried Rice | $7.25 | $7.95 | $-0.70 |
| 11 | Sweet And Sour Shrimp | $10.50 | $9.95 | $0.55 |
| 12 | Mongolian Beef | $9.25 | $8.95 | $0.30 |
| 13 | Beef With Broccoli | $9.25 | $8.95 | $0.30 |
| 14 | Beef With Black Bean Sauce | $9.25 | $8.95 | $0.30 |
| 15 | Sweet And Sour Pork | $8.95 | $8.95 | — |
| 16 | Sweet And Sour Chicken | $8.95 | $8.95 | — |
| 17 | Chicken With Black Bean Sauce | $8.95 | $8.95 | — |
Szechwan Cafe vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Szechwan Cafe 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.
Szechwan Cafe is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Szechwan Cafe averaging $8.75 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $1.39 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 156 menu items at Szechwan Cafe and 295 items at Lobster King, with 17 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 Szechwan Cafe 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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Szechwan Cafe vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Szechwan Cafe or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Szechwan Cafe offers better average value. Szechwan Cafe averages $8.75 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Szechwan Cafe cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Szechwan Cafe or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Szechwan Cafe's 156 items. Between them, there are 17 shared items with the same name, plus 139 items unique to Szechwan Cafe and 278 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Szechwan Cafe and Lobster King share?
Szechwan Cafe and Lobster King have 17 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Szechwan Cafe has 139 exclusive items and Lobster King has 278 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 — Szechwan Cafe or Lobster King?
Both Szechwan Cafe 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 Szechwan Cafe 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 Szechwan Cafe and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Szechwan Cafe cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $8.75). 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 Szechwan Cafe over Lobster King?
Choosing Szechwan Cafe saves you approximately $1.39 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $4.86 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $19 or more.