Tat's vs China— 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 July 2026.

Tat's vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Tat's

Shared Items

23

Avg Price Gap

$0.26

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: China averages $5.79 per item while Tat's averages $5.53, making Tat's approximately $0.26 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Tat's and China

# Menu Item Tat's China Price Gap
1 Sweet and Sour Shrimp $8.95 $4.75 $4.20
2 Shrimp with Garlic Sauce $5.45 $9.25 $-3.80
3 Bean Curd Home Style $6.50 $3.60 $2.90
4 Roast Pork or Chicken Lo Mein $3.75 $6.50 $-2.75
5 Sweet and Sour Pork or Chicken $4.50 $6.50 $-2.00
6 Boneless Spare Ribs $4.95 $6.50 $-1.55
7 Beef Egg Foo Young $5.95 $7.50 $-1.55
8 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.75 $7.75 $-1.00
9 Shrimp Egg Roll $1.80 $1.10 $0.70
10 Spring Roll $1.20 $1.80 $-0.60
11 Vegetable Fried Rice $2.95 $3.55 $-0.60
12 House Special Fried Rice $4.25 $4.75 $-0.50
13 Wonton Soup $1.45 $1.10 $0.35
14 Vegetable Lo Mein $3.50 $3.80 $-0.30
15 Hunan Beef $8.25 $8.55 $-0.30
16 Happy Family $10.55 $10.25 $0.30
17 Fried Wonton $2.95 $2.75 $0.20
18 Chicken with Snow Peas $4.50 $4.70 $-0.20
19 Sesame Chicken $8.75 $8.55 $0.20
20 General Tso's Chicken $8.75 $8.55 $0.20

Tat's vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Tat's 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.

Tat's is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Tat's averaging $5.53 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.26 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 133 menu items at Tat's and 183 items at China, 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 Tat's scoring 3/5 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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Tat's vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Tat's or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Tat's offers better average value. Tat's averages $5.53 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Tat's cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Tat's or China?

China has the larger menu with 183 items tracked compared to Tat's's 133 items. Between them, there are 23 shared items with the same name, plus 110 items unique to Tat's and 160 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do Tat's and China share?

Tat's and China have 23 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Tat's has 110 exclusive items and China has 160 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 — Tat's or China?

Both Tat's and China are rated equally — 3/5 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 Tat's 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 Tat's and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Tat's cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.53). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated July 2026.