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Tasty Buffet vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 42 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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Tasty Buffet vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Tasty Buffet

Shared Items

42

Avg Price Gap

$0.18

Top Rated

Tasty Buffet

Price analysis: China averages $5.79 per item while Tasty Buffet averages $5.61, making Tasty Buffet approximately $0.18 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Tasty Buffet and China

# Menu Item Tasty Buffet China Price Gap
1 Shrimp Lo Mein $3.95 $6.50 $-2.55
2 Boneless Spare Ribs $4.50 $6.50 $-2.00
3 Szechuan Chicken $6.25 $8.25 $-2.00
4 Kung Po Shrimp $6.95 $5.15 $1.80
5 Roast Pork Egg Foo Young $5.95 $6.80 $-0.85
6 Chicken Egg Foo Young $5.95 $6.80 $-0.85
7 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.95 $7.75 $-0.80
8 Hunan Chicken $7.55 $8.25 $-0.70
9 Boneless Chicken $7.95 $8.60 $-0.65
10 Vegetable Fried Rice $2.95 $3.55 $-0.60
11 House Special Fried Rice $4.15 $4.75 $-0.60
12 Hunan Beef $7.95 $8.55 $-0.60
13 Szechuan Beef $7.95 $8.55 $-0.60
14 Roast Pork Fried Rice $3.25 $3.80 $-0.55
15 Chicken Fried Rice $3.25 $3.80 $-0.55
16 Roast Pork Lo Mein $3.65 $4.20 $-0.55
17 Chicken Lo Mein $3.65 $4.20 $-0.55
18 Beef Lo Mein $3.95 $4.50 $-0.55
19 Beef Egg Foo Young $6.95 $7.50 $-0.55
20 Mongolian Beef $8.25 $8.80 $-0.55

Tasty Buffet vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Tasty Buffet and China 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.

Tasty Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Tasty Buffet averaging $5.61 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.18 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 144 menu items at Tasty Buffet and 183 items at China, with 42 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, Tasty Buffet leads with Tasty Buffet scoring 4/5 versus China at 3/5. 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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Tasty Buffet vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Tasty Buffet or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Tasty Buffet offers better average value. Tasty Buffet averages $5.61 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Tasty Buffet cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Tasty Buffet or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to Tasty Buffet's 144 items. Between them, there are 42 shared items with the same name, plus 102 items unique to Tasty Buffet and 141 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do Tasty Buffet and China share?

Tasty Buffet and China have 42 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Tasty Buffet has 102 exclusive items and China has 141 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 — Tasty Buffet or China?

Tasty Buffet leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for China. When choosing based purely on quality, Tasty Buffet has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.

What type of food do Tasty Buffet and China 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 Tasty Buffet and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Tasty Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.61). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated September 2026.