Umai Cafe vs China— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 24 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated August 2026.

Umai Cafe vs China — Key Takeaways

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

Better Value

China

Shared Items

24

Avg Price Gap

$0.11

Top Rated

Umai Cafe

Price analysis: Umai Cafe averages $5.9 per item while China averages $5.79, making China approximately $0.11 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

chinese

Menu Item Price Comparison

20 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Umai Cafe and China

# Menu Item Umai Cafe China Price Gap
1 Beef Lo Mein $7.90 $4.50 $3.40
2 Chicken With Snow Peas $7.85 $4.70 $3.15
3 Vegetable Lo Mein $6.90 $3.80 $3.10
4 Chicken Lo Mein $7.25 $4.20 $3.05
5 Teriyaki $8.90 $5.95 $2.95
6 Chicken Chow Mein $3.70 $6.50 $-2.80
7 Chicken Fried Rice $6.45 $3.80 $2.65
8 Beef Fried Rice $6.80 $4.25 $2.55
9 Shrimp Chow Mein $4.00 $6.50 $-2.50
10 Shrimp Lo Mein $8.50 $6.50 $2.00
11 Wonton Soup $2.95 $1.10 $1.85
12 Egg Drop Soup $2.80 $1.10 $1.70
13 Shrimp Egg Foo Young $6.25 $7.75 $-1.50
14 Chicken with Broccoli $7.90 $6.50 $1.40
15 Fried or Steamed Dumplings $5.50 $4.25 $1.25
16 Chicken Egg Foo Young $5.75 $6.80 $-1.05
17 Shrimp Fried Rice $3.60 $4.50 $-0.90
18 Chow Har Kew $8.30 $9.15 $-0.85
19 Vegetable Chow Mein $2.95 $3.55 $-0.60
20 General Tso's Chicken $8.95 $8.55 $0.40

Umai Cafe vs China — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Umai Cafe 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.

China is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Umai Cafe averaging $5.9 per item and China at $5.79, the price difference of $0.11 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 187 menu items at Umai Cafe and 183 items at China, with 24 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, Umai Cafe leads with Umai Cafe 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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Umai Cafe vs China — Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Umai Cafe or China cheaper?

Based on current menu data, China offers better average value. Umai Cafe averages $5.9 per item while China averages $5.79 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Umai Cafe cheapest items and China cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Umai Cafe or China?

Umai Cafe has the larger menu with 187 items tracked compared to China's 183 items. Between them, there are 24 shared items with the same name, plus 163 items unique to Umai Cafe and 159 exclusive to China.

How many menu items do Umai Cafe and China share?

Umai Cafe and China have 24 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Umai Cafe has 163 exclusive items and China has 159 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 — Umai Cafe or China?

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

What type of food do Umai Cafe 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 Umai Cafe and China?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Umai Cafe cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.9). The China cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $5.79). Both are updated August 2026.