Young's Buffet
Items
143
Avg Price
$5.69
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
104
Young's Buffet vs Lobster King— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 39 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.
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Lobster King
Items
295
Avg Price
$10.14
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
256
Young's Buffet vs Lobster King — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Young's Buffet
Shared Items
39
Avg Price Gap
$4.45
Top Rated
Lobster King
Price analysis:
Lobster King averages $10.14 per item while
Young's Buffet averages $5.69, making Young's Buffet
approximately $4.45 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
chinese
Menu Item Price Comparison
20 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Young's Buffet and Lobster King
| # | Menu Item | Young's Buffet | Lobster King | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shrimp Chop Suey | $4.75 | $9.95 | $-5.20 |
| 2 | Chicken Chop Suey | $3.95 | $8.95 | $-5.00 |
| 3 | Combination Lo Mein | $4.95 | — | $4.95 |
| 4 | Shrimp Fried Rice | $4.25 | $8.95 | $-4.70 |
| 5 | Combination Fried Rice | $4.55 | — | $4.55 |
| 6 | Vegetable Fried Rice | $3.45 | $7.95 | $-4.50 |
| 7 | Chicken Fried Rice | $3.45 | $7.95 | $-4.50 |
| 8 | Beef Chop Suey | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 9 | Beef with Broccoli | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 10 | Mongolian Beef | $4.75 | $8.95 | $-4.20 |
| 11 | Shrimp Egg Foo Young | $5.95 | $9.95 | $-4.00 |
| 12 | Beef Fried Rice | $4.25 | $7.95 | $-3.70 |
| 13 | Shrimp with Lobster sauce | $6.65 | $9.95 | $-3.30 |
| 14 | Sweet and Sour Shrimp | $6.65 | $9.95 | $-3.30 |
| 15 | shrimp with Broccoli | $6.65 | $9.95 | $-3.30 |
| 16 | Hunan Shrimp | $6.65 | $9.95 | $-3.30 |
| 17 | Sweet and Sour Chicken | $5.95 | $8.95 | $-3.00 |
| 18 | Shrimp Lo Mein | $5.95 | $8.95 | $-3.00 |
| 19 | Hunan Chicken | $6.15 | $8.95 | $-2.80 |
| 20 | Chicken with Broccoli | $6.15 | $8.95 | $-2.80 |
Young's Buffet vs Lobster King — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Young's Buffet 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.
Young's Buffet is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Young's Buffet averaging $5.69 per item and Lobster King at $10.14, the price difference of $4.45 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 143 menu items at Young's Buffet and 295 items at Lobster King, with 39 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, Lobster King leads with Young's Buffet scoring 3/5 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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Young's Buffet vs Lobster King — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Young's Buffet or Lobster King cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Young's Buffet offers better average value. Young's Buffet averages $5.69 per item while Lobster King averages $10.14 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Young's Buffet cheapest items and Lobster King cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Young's Buffet or Lobster King?
Lobster King has the larger menu with 295 items tracked compared to Young's Buffet's 143 items. Between them, there are 39 shared items with the same name, plus 104 items unique to Young's Buffet and 256 exclusive to Lobster King.
How many menu items do Young's Buffet and Lobster King share?
Young's Buffet and Lobster King have 39 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Young's Buffet has 104 exclusive items and Lobster King has 256 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 — Young's Buffet or Lobster King?
Lobster King leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Young's Buffet. When choosing based purely on quality, Lobster King has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Young's Buffet 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 Young's Buffet and Lobster King?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Young's Buffet cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.69). The Lobster King cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $10.14). Both are updated September 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Young's Buffet over Lobster King?
Choosing Young's Buffet saves you approximately $4.45 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $15.58 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $62 or more.