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    East Side King

    3.8 (552 reviews)
    ModerateAsian Fusion
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    EAST SIDE KING ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Samantha F.

    food so good I forgot to take a picture before eating it. I have always loved the food truck at high noon, elated to know there is a restaurant. Good pricing for very good food. The chicken bowl was impeccable, but not as good as the katsu ramen. Similar but better (IMO) to the Sa-Ten katsu ramen. Good portion as well. The service was great! The girl that helped us was so nice and accommodating. Will definitely be back.

    Chef Special Pork Bowl
    myles f.

    I keep coming back and am satisfied every time with good taste and value. Recently I tried the chef special pork bowl which had a very good variety of fixings to go with the perfectly cooked pork. As is customary, I order the spicy wontons in hot chili oil with extra oil and love it. East going vibe. Recommended.

    Classic Bento
    Sheena J.

    During spring break, my friend Tania and I decided to go for it and drove our Houstonian butts to Austin for the weekend and it just really is such a good vibe. We spent the early half of the day exploring the pop ups of SXSW weekend and kayaking that we forgot to eat--LOL. So we quickly found a trendy Asian food spot near by called East Side King. You need to drive careful as you approach their location otherwise you'll miss it. It's hidden in plain sight and there's a shared lot right next to it. Walking into this joint though just felt like one of those "I'm remembering this spot" moments, because the murals and aesthetic just welcomed you in that manner. Tania and I were H U N G R Y so we went for their classic bento. Not too long later, we were presented with a beautifully plated meal. Pork belly, chicken, salad, rice--every girls favorite qualities. The flavors were just so good and right in that cannibal-like hunger moment too. If I'm honest, as a girl from Hawai'I who moved to Texas, I really missed being able to order plate lunches. Plate lunches in Hawai'i just have the perfect amount of everything. And it made my tummy happy to have that similar feeling again when dining at East Side King.

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    Ellie N.

    Fried chicken sando: it's a small Japanese burger. There are chicken + pickles + some sauce inside. Fresh crispy fried chicken. The burger buns are fluffy and slightly toasted. The portion is a bit small for the price.

    Veggie bento, beet fries, Thai tea
    Hannah K.

    I tried it so you don't have to! Of course, you're more than welcome to sample the whole spread of plant-based options from East Side King too; there were no regrets or disappointments across the board. If you want to maximize your investment and calories though, let me give you the short cut to the very best bites. Get the tofu karaage, post haste. It's fried to crispy perfection before meeting an umami bomb combination of, garlic oil, soy sauce, jalapeno, onion, Thai basil, mint, cilantro, and sweet and spicy sauce. It's got some real kick with an herbaceous one-two punch that follows. Add in a sweet, strong Thai tea made dairy-free upon request, and now we're really talking. The pairing is a perfect study in contrasts, hitting all the right notes. I'd never turn down another serving of beet fries or an avocado bun, but these two are my fool-proof fix.

    Amanda M.

    They've gotten a little pricy, but it is still worth a trip to see the Kings at the funky little brick and mortar! Got the shrimp tempura bowl- fresh, fat shrimp coated in crispy goodness. Almost like a deconstructed tempura shrimp roll without the seaweed. Also got the pork buns- big favorite. They have a selection of beers and Maine sodas, as well as some snacks for the drive home like Pocky sticks, HiChews and gummy kitties! Service was warm, friendly, knowledgeable and fast! Be sure to ask for the chili paste- omg, could eat a bowl of it! Serious Tip: Don't park behind the building! Park to the south.

    Candace B.

    Chill, eclectic and homey with friendly service, this is a great spot to come and enjoy a leisurely lunch. They have a nice variety of items on their menu, and I chose the bento box with the chicken Katsu, jasmine rice, brussels sprouts, slaw, and pork banh mi. Can't speak to other days or times but this Saturday afternoon parking was a breeze. South Lamar is a vibe unto itself so on a sunny, warmer day it would be worth coming back to eat lunch here and then walk around to enjoy some of the local shops.

    Laurie W.

    I really enjoyed this a lot. The food is tasty and interesting. I got pork belly bowl and I loved the chili relish on top. The kimchi is also very good. The clerk was friendly and helpful, the restaurant was clean. All in all a good trip into town.

    Cucumber salad, classic bento
    Katrina B.

    One of my favorite spots in town! I've been a loyal fan of ESK since the first time I had them in their truck behind Liberty (RIP) and am beyond lucky to live in walking distance. Also let me just say this so I don't bury the lead: UBE SOFT SERVE!! My go to order is the Classic Bento and Cucumber Salad; this will usually give me 2-3 meals based on how hungry I'm feeling. *Pro tip: mix together everything in the bento box (except the pork bun) for a yummy bowl! Classic Bento: - kara-age; sweet and spicy fried chicken bites with jalapeño and onion - brussels; perfectly fried brussels sprouts with onion and jalapeño, cabbage, and sweet + spicy sauce - pork bun; pork belly, hoisin, cucumber kimchi - steamed riced Cucumber Salad: Chopped cucumbers in a spicy garlic vinaigrette and roasted peanuts (I always ask for extra) Don't forget the Ube Soft Serve! So yummy, so velvety, so purple. Another YUMx10 dessert option: Japanese cheesecake :drool face: Fun fact: the artwork is done by local artist Peelander Yellow!

    Pork Katsu
    Kelsey D.

    Got food from East Side King for lunch today, and it was good but not great. I ordered the pork Katsu and chicken karage bowls. The pork had good flavor, however was a little thin. The chicken karage bowl was on the spicier side but also good. I wish the chicken karage bowl had more veggies included other than the onions and jalapeños. However, the sauces included with both dishes were very good. Overall, it was good but a little pricey and I don't see myself rushing to return.

    Cucumber salad and fries

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