East Side King Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at East Side King, an Asian Fusion restaurant in Austin, TX, known for its flavorful dishes and hipster vibe. With a wide range of options, including vegan and vegetarian choices, East Side King offers a unique dining experience. Customers rave about the katsu ramen, chicken bowl, and cucumber salad, highlighting the bold flavors and generous portions. The bento boxes, featuring pork belly, chicken, salad, and rice, are a favorite among diners, providing a taste of Hawai'i in Texas. Despite some minor issues with timing and gluten contamination for those with allergies, the friendly service and eclectic atmosphere make East Side King a must-visit spot for a leisurely lunch or dinner. Don't miss out on the fried chicken sando, a small Japanese burger bursting with crispy chicken and pickles. Visit East Side King for a memorable culinary experience in South Lamar.
Bites
Cucumber Salad
Cucmbers toss in chili garlic vinaigrette, toasted peanuts, thai basil, mint, cilantro, and negi
Edamame
Roasted soy beans seasoned with salt
Brussels Sprouts Salad
Fried Brussels sprouts, sweet & spicy sauce, cabbage, basil, cilantro,mint, onion, jalapeno, crispy steamed bao bun
Japanese Kara Age
Marinated in soy sauce and double fried chicken thigh, Anori, lemon and Japanese mayo
ESK Kara Age
Og esk chicken kara age deep fried chicken tighs, sweet-n-spicy sauce, herbs, onions, jalapeno
Beet Home Fries
Deep fried roasted beets, japanese mayo, Salt, green onion
Red Chili Wontons
Hand rolled wontons, pork belly, crispy shallots, cilantro, sesame seeds, negi, and a side of house red chili sauce
Fried Wonton
Deep fried wontons on a bed of cabbage and green onion served with sweet and spicy sauce.
French Fries
house cut salt and vinegar fries tossed with aonori served with ketchup
Crispy Tofu
marinated tofu fried till golden brown, tossed in garlic soy, fresh herbs, onions, jalapeno and sweet-n-spicy sauce
ESK Kara Age Bowl
Fried chicken thigh, sweet & spicy sauce, basil, cilantro, mint, onion, and jalapeno served over garlic ginger short grain rice with soy sauce GF
Tofu Kara Age Bowl
marinated and fried tofu, garlic oil, soy sauce, jalapeno, onion, basil, mint, cilantro, and sweet and spicy sauce served over garlic ginger jasmine rice with soy sauce - Gluten Free / Vegetarian / Vegan -
Chicken Katsu Bowl
Panko friedchicken, kimchi, green onion, cucumber, pickled onion, furikake, green cabbage japanese mayo, and Tonkatsu sauce served over short grain rice and leafy greens dressed in miso vinaigrette
Pork Belly Bowl
rice bowl with crispy Pork Belly topped with a refreshing chili relish. Comes with spring mix, grape tomato, pickled onion, green cabbage, cucumber, avocado, edamame
Panko Fried Shrimp Bowl
Jumbo fried shrimp, Tonkatsu sauce, edamame beans, spring mix, green cabbage, cucumber slices, avocado and grape tomato
Tuna Bowl
Seared ahi tuna with cabbage, spring mix cucumber, avocado, edamame, pickled onion, green cabbage, cheery tomato drizzled with negi oil. Spicy mayo on the side
Salmon Bowl
Brined salmon, cucumber, avocado, edamame, green cabbage, spring mix, pickled onion, grape tomato and spicy mayo.
Brussels Bowl
on a bed of short grain rice, Fried Brussels with cabbage, Thai basil, mint, cilantro, onions and jalapenos
Bowls
Rice
Liberty Rice
Steamed short-grain rice. Topped with basil, cilantro, mint, onion, jalapeno, garlic oil and soy sauce
Side Of Rice
steamed short grain rice cooked with garlic oil, salt and soy sauce
TKG Onsen Tamago
Bed of rice seasoned with Furikake and negi topped with an Onsen egg, and garnished with pickled onion, kimchi, fukujinzuke
Chicken Katsu Curry
Japanese Curry, short grain rice, Fukujinzuke, pickled onion, Green Cabbage, Fried Chicken Katsu topped with tonkatsu sauce
Japanese Kara Age Curry
Fried Japanese Karaage with Anori, Japanese Curry, spring mix, cabbage mix, and pickled vegetables
Panko Fried Shrimp Curry
Savor the comforting embrace of our exquisite Japanese Curry, a harmonious blend of rich, aromatic spices. Paired with golden, crispy Panko Fried Shrimp, green cabbage, Fukujinzuke, Pickled Onions, herbs and a drizzle of Tonkatsu this dish delivers the perfect fusion of flavors and textures
Pork Belly Curry
Japanese Curry, short grain rice, Fukujinzuke, pickled onion, green cabbage and chopped pork belly topped with chili relish
Brussels Curry
Japanese Curry, short grain rice, Fukujinzuke, pickled onion, Brussles and red cabbage.
Tofu Curry
Japanese Curry, short grain rice, Fukujinzuke, pickled onion, mint, Thai basil, cilantro, fried tofu.
Just Curry And Rice
Rice topped with Japanese mild curry sauce.
Add An Onsen Egg!
Indulge in the velvety goodness of our Onsen Tamago, a soft-boiled egg that mirrors the gentle cooking style of hot springs in Japan. Each egg is meticulously slow-cooked to achieve a luscious, custard-like consistency, with the whites delicately set and the yolk luxuriously runny. Served in its pristine form, our Onsen Tamago is a harmonious blend of simplicity and exquisite flavor, capturing the essence of traditional Japanese cuisine.
Japanese Curry Bowls
Hand-Held
Pork Buns ()
Roasted & fried pork belly, steamed bun, hoisin sauce, cucumber kimchi, green onion
Avo Buns ()
Fried avocado, steamed bao bun, spicy mayo, onion, jalapeno, herb mix, crispy onions
Katsu Sando
Panko fried chicken thigh, shaved cabbage, Tonkatsu Sauce, Japanese mayo, and pickles
Classic Bento
Thai Chicken Kara-age , Pork Belly Bun, Brussels Sprout Salad, Beet Home Fries
Veggie Bento
Brussels Sprout Salad, Tofu Karaage, Avocado Bun, Beet home fries
Kid's Meal
plain and dry fried chicken, orange slices, edamame, short grain rice , yogurt drink
Kid's Tofu Bento
plain & dry fried tofu, orange slices, edamame, short grain rice, yogurt drink
Bento
N/A Bev
Thai Tea
spiced and sweetened black tea served over ice with either half and half or almond milk
Soda
Choice of Maine root cola, Diet Maine root cola, rootbeer, lemon-lime, or ginger brew.
Iced Tea
Brewed tea served over ice with fresh lemon wedges.
Topo Chico
Sparkling mineral water, sourced and bottled in Monterrey, Mexico, offering a refreshing and crisp taste.
Mexican Coke Bottle
Mexican Coke the refreshing, crisp taste you know and love made with real cane sugar.
Day Tripper Sparkling H
From our friends at St. Cecilia Soda Co we bring you the Day Tripper a Bright, sunny, effervescent citrus blend of Blood Orange, Pink Grapefruit, and Lemon. Perfect for quenching your thirst and your wanderlust. Made with Love in Austin, Texas.St. Cecilia Soda Co is a female owned business located right here in Austin TX. shoplocal
Revelation Sparkling H
From our friends at St. Cecilia Soda Co we bring you Revelation a multidimensional flavor euphoria of tropical hibiscus, floral lavender, a hint of spicy serrano & sweet lime with bubbles of course! Perfect for quenching your thirst and your wanderlust. Made with Love in Austin, Texas.St. Cecilia Soda Co is a female owned business located right here in Austin TX. shoplocal
Ramune Drink
Melon flavored Japanese soda
Oi Ocha Green Tea
Unsweetened green tea with a refreshing, natural flavor.
Royal Milk Tea
A blend of Darjeeling, Keemun, and Uva black teas infused with % milk.
Strawberry Milk
Sweet and creamy blend of milk and fresh strawberry flavor.
Calpico
A non-carbonated soft drink with a light, milky texture available in strawberry, white peach, mango, and lychee flavors.
Pocky
thin, crispy biscuit sticks coated with your choice of flavors: Chocolate, Strawberry, Matcha. Each stick typically has one end left uncoated to serve as a handle.
Caplico Mini Cone
mini wafer cone flavored with your choice of strawberr, vanilla or Chocolate with a tasty, light, and creamy filling!
Caplico Mini Cone Pack
A pack of mini wafer cones of assorted chocolate, strawberry, and milk flavors with a tasty, light, and creamy filling!
Hi-Chew
Fruity Chewy Candy! Comes in Grape, Strawberry or Mango.
Mochi Ice Cream ()
mochi ice cream babies (^_^)
Mushipan
soft pillowy cheese cake bread