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Tong's Garden Restaurant vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 31 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated June 2026.

Tong's Garden Restaurant vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

Tong's Garden Restaurant

Shared Items

31

Avg Price Gap

$5.30

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while Tong's Garden Restaurant averages $4.84, making Tong's Garden Restaurant approximately $5.30 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Tong's Garden Restaurant and Lobster King

# Menu Item Tong's Garden Restaurant Lobster King Price Gap
1 Lobster Lo Mein $4.50 $14.95 $-10.45
2 Lobster Fried Rice $5.00 $14.95 $-9.95
3 House Special Fried Rice $4.00 $9.95 $-5.95
4 House Special Lo Mein $4.25 $9.95 $-5.70
5 Vegetable Fried Rice $2.50 $7.95 $-5.45
6 Chicken Fried Rice $2.75 $7.95 $-5.20
7 Plain Fried Rice $1.75 $6.95 $-5.20
8 Shrimp Lo Mein $4.00 $8.95 $-4.95
9 Beef Fried Rice $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
10 Chicken Lo Mein $3.50 $7.95 $-4.45
11 Sesame Chicken $6.75 $10.95 $-4.20
12 General Tso's Chicken $6.75 $10.95 $-4.20
13 Orange Chicken $6.75 $10.95 $-4.20
14 Beef Lo Mein $4.00 $7.95 $-3.95
15 Hunan Shrimp $6.00 $9.95 $-3.95
16 Szechuan Shrimp $6.00 $9.95 $-3.95
17 Szechuan Chicken $5.25 $8.95 $-3.70
18 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.50 $9.95 $-3.45
19 Chicken Egg Foo Young $4.75 $7.95 $-3.20
20 Vegetable Egg Foo Young $4.25 $6.95 $-2.70

Tong's Garden Restaurant vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Tong's Garden Restaurant 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.

Tong's Garden Restaurant is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Tong's Garden Restaurant averaging $4.84 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $5.30 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 245 menu items at Tong's Garden Restaurant and 295 items at Lobster King, with 31 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 Tong's Garden Restaurant 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.

Tong's Garden Restaurant vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Tong's Garden Restaurant or Lobster King cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Tong's Garden Restaurant offers better average value. Tong's Garden Restaurant averages $4.84 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Tong's Garden Restaurant cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Tong's Garden Restaurant or Lobster King?

Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Tong's Garden Restaurant's 245 items. Between them, there are 31 shared items with the same name, plus 214 items unique to Tong's Garden Restaurant and 264 exclusive to Lobster King.

How many menu items do Tong's Garden Restaurant and Lobster King share?

Tong's Garden Restaurant and Lobster King have 31 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Tong's Garden Restaurant has 214 exclusive items and Lobster King has 264 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 — Tong's Garden Restaurant or Lobster King?

Both Tong's Garden Restaurant 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 Tong's Garden Restaurant 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 Tong's Garden Restaurant and Lobster King?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Tong's Garden Restaurant cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $4.84). 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 Tong's Garden Restaurant over Lobster King?

Choosing Tong's Garden Restaurant saves you approximately $5.30 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $18.55 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $74 or more.