Everyone has told me that Ekiben is a must-try in Baltimore and now I understand why. My mom and I…read moregot to Ekiben a little after 5pm on Saturday and it was packed. While we waited for our food, many continuously piled in to order or pick up their food. I'd recommend calling in your order a head of time because they get pretty backed up, but the food is well worth the wait. I got the Tofu Brah bun and my mom got the chili noodles with pork and a side of rice and beans. All of the food was so flavorful and the portions were generous. The bun itself was so light and fluffy, and the tofu was crispy. They didn't skimp on the pork in the chili noodles - about half the dish was really tender pork. The rice and beans were nice and spicy too and my mom loved them! This is more of a grab and go kind of place, but there are two outdoor benches and some countertop seating inside

very very very good ethiopian x asian fusion in baltimore. the buns are so soft and just like the…read moreones you get in asia, with unique flavoring. i really hope they can open one in orange county because i cant fly to baltimore everytime i want this!! their broccoli is also very tasty and packed with flavor. i'm not much of a veggie person but their seasoned veggies make me want to be.

Sushi was good quality and tasty, I ordered the Chicken Fried Rice as well and the chicken was…read morecooked perfectly. Food came out fairly quick. This is real athletic food right here

Walked in and it was completely empty, but then someone came and served us and it was attentive…read moreservice the rest of the time. We ordered just after 3 o'clock and they did not give us the lunch special which apparently ends at 3pm, but it was 3:06 so that seemed a little bit silly practice for an empty restaurant, but it was after 3 so I get it. The sushi was very dry. I got the shrimp tempura, the sweet potato tempura, and the mango shrimp tempura... and I think that's the first time I didn't finish my sushi or take it home because it was just not that great. The shrimp tempura roll was literally just shrimp tempura wrapped in rice and seaweed with some eel sauce. The mango shrimp tempura was the same thing but with mango on top. The sweet potato roll was exactly as I expected though. I was kinda disappointed after reading the reviews! I wouldn't go back for sushi... the calamari was yummy though!

Mind you I live around the corner from this spot and have never been, so glad I finally stopped in…read moreon this past Friday and it was so good. This past Friday it was really chilly and my work colleague wanted some hot tofu soup. Not to mention this is one of the best Korean Pocha spots in the city, with a 70-80's retro street vibe features traditional Korean cuisine, Korean BBQ & other specialties. The wait staff was really nice and inviting. They were very knowledgeable about the various food options. It was really cool to hear catchy K-pop songs playing as week. The food is fire hands down. I went ahead and got the Teriyaki mayonnaise Cup Bap( rice bowl topped with the korean fried chicken, teriyaki sauce and mayo). So delicious, my friend got he soft tofu soup with seafood and we split a hot sake to share. I am still mad at myself that I have not come here sooner, I will definitely be back. Their fried rice dishes look amazing. I also love the price point here as well. For both of us it was $40 bucks. So if your in the station north area, please stop in. You wont be dissapointed SYOY

Mid city location with a parking lot ? Next to it. Gives an authentic experience of visiting a…read moreKorean city small restaurant. Service was fine at 11 pm at night and the food was good. Large serving size of Korean fried chicken. Not as crunchy as other Korean fried chicken. But fried well.

Rarely do I visit a restaurant where the food looks exactly like the picture before you even take a…read morebite and then tastes even better than it looks. Ekiben did that. I had been here once before, before moving to the area, and thought it was great then. This time? Extraordinary. I came in about an hour before closing, and anyone who eats out knows food can sometimes feel different that close to closing time. Not here. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and just as good as if I had walked in at peak dinner time. On top of that, I had an issue with my online order/payment. It looked like the charge was processing through my account, but they had no record of the order. Instead of making me feel like a problem, the person helping me was patient, kind, and genuinely tried to figure it out. I felt treated like a hungry customer who needed help not like someone trying to get over. The food looked good, tasted amazing, and the people were helpful, welcoming, and kind even near closing. The space was welcoming as well. The corner store ..... come on in. Come on in. Come on in. Top-notch all around

I considered ordering online, but walked up. Given the suffocating heat on the day and the fact…read morethat this tiny shop had a line out the door, the online order would have been the right choice. So I just walked away and ordered online, which was a struggle due to the app not taking the order for a bit, but eventually I got through. It was ready quickly enough. Ekiben, classically a sandwich spot, has broken into the noodle business. I sampled their knife cut noodles, which have a wonderfully springy texture and fullness about them. They are available with tofu. This was a small box and had too many cucumbers for my liking. In substance, however, the flavor bomb you expect from Ekiben is still there, from a chili crisp that will elevate your heart rate to a delightful mix of aromatic greens and crunchy onions on top. Ordering a Thai tea yielded a small beverage which was on the sweeter side. I'd probably order something different next time, but for those that haven't tried the knife cut style noodles, I'm glad this neighborhood in Baltimore now has an Ekiben.

Austin was our server and he was ON IT!! Great time great food great service. Was here for a…read morebirthday party and the energy the servers brought was OUTSTANDING especially AUSTIN!!! WOOO

First thing's first: I'm not a fan of Korean BBQ per se. I don't see the logic of going to a…read morerestaurant to pay for the privilege of cooking. However, sometimes you gotta get out. Kanpai is in a prime place along Rockville Pike, but depending on when you go you may find easy parking. (If you're not bothered about where to park, ignore what I just said.) Out front there's something that looks like a tuk-tuk or rickshaw. Tbh, don't know if it's theirs or the business next door. The restaurant itself is clean and elegant. Also, not as loud as some Korean BBQs (thinking of KPOT off of Randolph Rd), which is important if you don't like being overwhelmed by everyone else's noise. That is one big '+' in Kanpai's favor. The waiter was cool and very helpful. Because of him I now know what the thin meat slices are meant for (which is for the soup), before then I had no clue. The food itself is good. Like, why wouldn't it be? I actually prefer the shabu-shabu (soup), makes me wish I knew how to do that myself so I wouldn't have to go out as much. Yes, the grill meats were great, as was the kimchi. These places are not cheap, but it was enjoyable while I was there. If you're not in a rush you can go a few doors down afterward to an import store selling everything from K-chips to puzzle-kits. So I would say...take your time. But don't warm your seats for more than 90 minutes, as Korean BBQs tend to kick people out (nicely, nicely) if one overstays. P.S. I'm sure they have some great drinks there, but even if I wanted to I couldn't loiter. That's what Bethesda is for. (Or at least how it used to be.)

Got a large shrimp lo mein and it was horrible! The noodles were dry and the shrimp were mushy!!…read moreLike as soft as mashed potatoes. Don't waste your money. It looked way better than it tasted.

How are they not shut down by the health department? You can open your windows within a 30 block…read moreradius. All you smell is bad oil and stinky Chinese food (yes I eat Chinese food) don't want my house smelling like it without ordering it and old oil

I loveeee this place and have been obsessed every since I went here the first time…read more I make sure I go back every time I'm in the neighborhood. I have tried almost everything off their menu but shitake cashew dan dan is the absolute best. This time I tried salmon miso ramen and it was amazing too! the watermelon juice was nice and refreshing in the summer heat! The service was great the and the ambiance was amazing as usual!

My partner and I found this place looking for something new tonight and it did not disappoint. It…read morehas cool vibes and is across the street from a great mural. The inside is small but they use the space effectively and nothing feels cramped. The menu is small but everything we got was delicious. The service was great, very welcoming and informative. We'll definitely be back. We ordered the special menu appetizer watermelon, I don't remember the name and Onigiri. I ordered the Mazemen and my partner got the special spicy shrimp ramen. The pink drink is the Open Kimono, the gochujang isn't overbearing but has a subtle flavor that really bright everything together. The Toki Monster had a piece of pork belly for the garnish and my partner also ordered the special mystery saki. He said it was unlike any other sake he's ever tasted in the best possible way. The only downside was that he forgot to ask again what it was called.

Great service, delicious food, and a pleasant interior: what's not to love?…read more I had the steak hibachi and miso soup and it was all excellent. I will return!

I love how this place was the perfect pick up order for a late night. I ordered a deep fried roll…read moreand it was everything I don't wanted and more. The portion was good and filling. The food was fresh! I look forward to trying what else they have on their menu. The service was quick! Decent spot and vibe overall. Will be back for sure.