Ekiben
Cult-Favorite Asian Fusion Steamed Buns & Neighborhood Fried Chicken
Born as a college farmers market stand, Ekiben has become one of Baltimore's proudest culinary gems. Known for massive golden-fried chicken thighs with spicy sambal mayo on pillowy steamed bao buns.
Active Specials & Happy Hours at Ekiben
Wednesday Neighborhood Bird + Rice Bowl Duo
Order a giant Taiwanese fried chicken steamed bun and receive half-priced crispy tofu or pork belly rice bowl.
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Live dynamic menu items, chef recommendations & dietary tags
The Neighborhood Bird Steamed Bun
Crisp Taiwanese fried chicken thigh, spicy sambal mayo, and fresh house pickles tucked into a giant steamed bun.
Top Seller, Spicy, Iconic BaltimoreSpicy Charred Pork Meatballs
Slow braised pork belly meatballs with ginger scallion sauce, fresh herbs, and jasmine rice.
SpicyTofu Brah Steamed Bun (Vegan)
Crispy fried organic tofu, spicy peanut sauce, and roasted red peppers on warm steamed bao.
Vegan