I got the tofu sandwich and the Temple Broccoli and both were sooo good. The tofu sandwich was super flavorful and filling, and the Temple Broccoli was crispy and just hit the spot. The service was honestly just as good as the food. The guy who took my order gave awesome recommendations and was really friendly. He even came back at the end to make sure we liked everything, which was really cool. Definitely one of my favorite spots now. I’ll 100% be back.
Vegan Restaurant
Ekiben
· $$$$ · baltimore · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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I got the tofu sandwich and the Temple Broccoli and both were sooo good. The tofu sandwich was super flavorful and filling, and the Temple Broccoli was crispy and just hit the spot. The service was honestly just as good as the food. The guy who took my order gave awesome recommendations and was really friendly. He even came back at the end to make sure we liked everything, which was really cool. Definitely one of my favorite spots now. I’ll 100% be back.
Best restaurant in Baltimore period. My personal fave restaurant in the US honestly. My husband and I would’ve literally catered this for our wedding if we had our wedding in Maryland. The Neighborhood Bird Bowl is THE dish we come back over and over for. Crispiest most flavorful chicken with delicious pickles. We journeyed from NYC for our beloved dish and the staff was so kind that they offered us free drinks!!! Also some of the best drinks we’ve had. Yuzu white peach, white strawberry matcha. Not too sweet. Perfectly bubbly and flavorful. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Best restaurant in Baltimore period. My personal fave restaurant in the US honestly. My husband and I would’ve literally catered this for our wedding if we had our wedding in Maryland. The Neighborhood Bird Bowl is THE dish we come back over and over for. Crispiest most flavorful chicken with delicious pickles. We journeyed from NYC for our beloved dish and the staff was so kind that they offered us free drinks!!! Also some of the best drinks we’ve had. Yuzu white peach, white strawberry matcha. Not too sweet. Perfectly bubbly and flavorful. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Ekieben never disappoints. Second time stopping by & first time having the neighborhood bird bowl. Absolutely amazing & very generous with the portion sizes. I got the spicy variant it packs a kick. Super flavorful & filling. Definitely worth the trip to Baltimore to stop by. Can’t wait to have it next time I’m in town. Also huge S/O to the staff for being super friendly & courteous during my visit.