Lacto
Ovo
Take-out
Asian
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. No-frills Asian spot with a focus on steamed buns, plus offers bowls and small plates. Vegan options include tofu brah bowl, tempura broccoli, red beans & rice, and tofu nuggets. Please note that the bun is not vegan (contains dairy). Has a second location on W 36th St. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-11:00pm.


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21 Reviews

First Review by MaxCanner

Nieve

Points +3853

Vegan
13 Dec 2023

Didn't know the bun wasn't vegan 😞

Stopped in for dinner after seeing this listed on happy cow, wish I would have read the description more carefully. I had the tofu bun, not knowing the bread contained dairy. The tofu was nice but that was an upsetting discovery so my view of the meal is tarnished. We also had the tempura broccoli which was pretty good, but if you order it take it out of the container so it doesn't get soggy from the sauce at the bottom. The portion size of the broccoli was huge.

TaylorPakulla

Points +317

Vegan
09 Aug 2023

Amazing food

This is a must try when you’re in Baltimore - the tofu bowl ,& rice and beans are my all time favorite.

Pros: Great food

cludko

Points +44

Vegan
22 Feb 2023

Tofu Brahhhhh!

As someone that eats plant-based who also needed to travel to Baltimore regularly, I was very happy to find this place (Fells Point). It’s very small with limited seating but we’ll worth it. Just head over and try to Tofu Brah. It’s amazing. Such wonderful flavors. They also have great plant based sides (red beans and rice as well as tofu nuggets or tempura broccoli). It looks like they have 2 other locations in Hampden and South Baltimore. Sad I’m not there as much. I’m getting hungry just thinking about it.

sapientia

Points +1030

Vegan
22 Aug 2022

Great foods to go

Nice variety of Asian dishes with interesting combination of sides.

Pros: Clear Vegan options

Cons: Limited seating, Limited parking

ippyg

Points +109

Vegan
04 Aug 2022

Hyped location, great taste and decor!

The venue looks amazing. It’s less about it being photogenic, more of the details and what you’ll see throughout being a fun experience of things you may connect with. My favorite was the Endor poster. As far as the food, I had the Tofu Braw and it was delicious! Spot on and for the price, portion was amazing! The Thai iced tea not so great but the Yuzaude was yummy.

Updated from previous review on 2022-08-04

Pros: Nailed the tofu, Large portions, Pickled veggies

Cons: No soy sauce or sauces for rice, Not many drink options like soda

Doug21703

Points +206

Vegan
05 Oct 2021

Great vegan food BUT their bun is NOT vegan (contains dairy)

I went to this restaurant last weekend. Told them I was vegan and attempted to order a dish recommended in the reviews here. The dish had their bun in it. I was told that their bun contains milk by the staff person but I could order the same dish as a bowl without the bun - which I did. Had the Tofu Brah Bowl, Tempura Broccoli, and Red Beans and Rice. I highly recommend all of them!

SabreenaCole

Points +359

Mostly Veg
01 Jun 2021

Should get 5 Stars

This place is absolutely phenomenal. The tofu bun is incredibly delicious, and you actually get a good amount of tofu. The tempura broccoli side is also delicious and I rarely order without adding it on (that’s also because as someone mentioned if you are hungry the bun isn’t that filling). GO HERE!!

Bele_

Points +38

Vegan
27 May 2021

Decent quality

As others have said there isn’t a lot of variety but the options they do have are pretty good. I had the tofu bun. The tofu was too crunchy in my opinion but everything else was really good.

Updated from previous review on 2021-05-27

Pros: Good taste

Cons: Limited variety

holdfast2012

Points +1163

Vegan
27 Apr 2021

A little something different

A cute little nook that is still take out only due to covid. Quick and efficient service and friendly staff. Not a ton of vegan options but the options are GOOD and unique. Will definitely be back if I’m ever in Baltimore again!

Stnkygrngo

Points +26

Vegetarian
17 Oct 2020

Unreal!

Carry Out w Covid now. Super easy to order on IG through their POS, so no markups. Super fast and friendly!

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Online ordering through Instagram; super fast, Don’t sleep on the broccoli!

Cons: Offering to share with a friend, get their own!

GreenMomma

Points +36

Vegan
30 Apr 2020

Amazing

The food here is stupid good. So flavorful and unique. Definitely get there early or order take out because there is no real seating

Pros: Vegan options, Delicious, Cool vibe

Cons: No real seating

pdeluca7

Points +27

Vegetarian
07 Feb 2020

Opt for the box

Very excited to try this place - they only have one vegan option however. Plenty of sides but only one main dish. It was delicious though! I went with the Tofu Brah on a bun. Next time I’m getting the bowl because the portion is twice the size!

Also- I read it was a very long wait and a small place. I recommend ordering ahead and having Grub Hub deliver.

Pros: Delicious , Large portion

Cons: Long wait , Small building

bknamaste

Points +811

Vegan
16 Jul 2019

Tofu bowls are to die for

The tofu bowls are my go to order. The serving sizes are huge for what you pay, and the pickled veggies are delightful. You can also get tofu on a steamed bun. I recommend ordering ahead on their app as this place always seems to have a line. Their sides are all vegan: tempura broccoli, tofu nuggets, and rice and beans. However, they are primarily a meat based restaurant, which, of course, is not ideal.

Pros: Portions to price ratio

Cons: Few options for vegans

HarryD89

Points +89

Vegan
06 Jul 2019

Super tasty tofu rice box

Ekiben offers one main vegan box (spicy peanut tofu) and three vegan friendly sides. The tofu box is very tasty, and a decent portion for the price! Only real issue is that the menu is small, and so only one option.

Pros: A solid vegan option, with sides, Good value for money

Cons: There is only one main option

esckey

Points +65

Vegan
21 Jun 2019

Great buns and broccoli!

Loved!! I had the tofu bun and it was amazing 😍 I also ordered the tempura broccoli because the reviews were good, and it was amazing!! I recommend getting both, though I was too full to eat all of the broccoli.

akrahe

Points +22

Vegan
21 Jun 2019

Loved the tofu dish!

One of my favorite meals in Baltimore. Would recommend to anyone! Just wish they had more vegan options.

CrunchyVeganGal

Points +523

Vegan
29 Aug 2017

don't pass on the broccoli!

Wow, this place makes amazing food! Such bold flavors and a great combination of them, too. Don't skip out on the broccoli, if you go. And the tofu is so amazing!

Pros: incredible food, hip space

Cons: tiny

HannahNKGoodwin

Points +267

Vegan
28 Jan 2017

pretty good

Tofu brah is the only vegan option that's an entree (they only have 5 entree options though). It's $9 on bread and $12 with rice.
The bread is pretty small (see pick) but just enough. If you really want to be full try it with rice (but you miss out on yummy rice flour bread).
It tastes exactly like the online description: peanut sauce etc. the cole slaw is made super well and overall makes it super satisfying.

I wish they didn't take so long (but I can't argue with fresh) and also wish it was more of a dine in place. There's only 8 stools in the whole place. It's mostly carry out.

Herbiv4

Points +1795

Vegan
21 Dec 2016

tempura broccoli!!!!

Out of this world! I grabbed some food on the go and thought I'd taste a piece as soon as I got in the car. The tempura broccoli was so good that I, literally, used a fork to eat it as I drove. Do yourself a favor and try this! Next time I get it, I'll ask them to hold the cilantro (added as a garnish).

Pros: tasty food, street parking

Cons: limited seating/small space

BaltiVegn

Points +260

Vegan
16 Dec 2016

Excellent!

Counter service. Very friendly staff, knowledgable about what is vegan. Clean atmosphere. Street parking. Only vegan entree is tofu rice bowl but it is PHENOMENAL. Comes with 3 different pickled vegies... carrots, radish, onion? All 3 available sides are vegan. The "staff fave" is red beans and rice. I had that it was very good, but if you already have the rice bowl maybe you do not need more rice. The other options were brocolli tempura and I forgot the 3rd one. The rice bowl plus 1 side came to $18... steep but it was a lot of food

Pros: TASTY!!!, knowledgeable about what is vegan, friendly

Cons: EXPENSIVE, limited parking, limited options

MaxCanner

Points +59

Vegan
07 Dec 2016

best tofu rice bowl I've ever had

The tofu rice bowl is so delicious, if i lived closer I'd eat it every day. Always comes with a side of pickled veggies. Such a good spot for vegans and meat eaters!




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