East St Cafe – American
Step into a vibrant culinary crossroads where the fragrant steam of Thai lemongrass soups mingles with the irresistible crunch of golden Filipino lumpia and Shanghai rolls. This inviting space captures the essence of a bustling Pan-Asian market, offering a tapestry of flavors that range from the delicate silkiness of handmade shrimp haukau to the bold, savory warmth of authentic Japanese gyoza.
50, Massachusetts Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002-4214 +12023716788 https://www.eaststreetcafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, gluten-free, keto, halal, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, diabetic, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, low-sodium, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, low-fodmap, carnivore, aip, zone, renal, detox, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Gyoza (Japan) - $8.15: Steamed or pan-fried meat dumplings served with sesame soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura (Japan) - $8.65: Lightly battered shrimp & vegetables served with soy & ginger sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Lumpia (Philippines) - $6.95: Deep fried rolls with shredded cabbage, carrots, green beans, & bean sprouts, ykama & sweet potato served with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tofu (Philippines) - $6.25: Deep fried cubes of tofu (bean curd) with chopped onions & garlic, served (warm or cold)with soy-vinegar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Wonton - $8.25: Crispy wonton stuffed with crab, cream cheese and green onion Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shanghai Roll (Philippines) - $8.65: Crispy mini rolls of ground pork & minced vegetables served with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steam Shrimp Haukau - $8.15: Shrimp and vegetable wrapped in tapioca and potato starch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Miso Soup (Japan) - $4.99: Light, soybean flavored soup with tofu cubes & seaweeds, topped with green onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Soup (Thailand) - $6.95: Spicy & sour soup with chicken & shrimp, lemongrass, mushroom, & a dash of chili oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Kha Soup (Thailand) - $6.95: Spicy & sour soup with chicken & shrimp, cilantro, lemongrass, mushroom, & a touch of coconut milk and chili oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Thai Salad (Thailand) - $15.95: Mixed steam veggies topped with grilled chicken breast and served with sweet-chili lime dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Fried Rice
- Spicy Basil Fried Rice (Thailand) - $16.15: Mixed with egg, chicken, shrimp, fragrant basil leaves, Seasoned with hot chili & spicy fish sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Fried Rice (Thailand) - $16.15: Chicken, shrimp, pineapple chunks, & egg seasoned with spices & delicious Thai sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yang Chow Fried Rice (China) - $16.15: A Chinese tradition with chicken, roast pork, shrimp, & egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adobo Fried Rice (Philippines) - $16.15: Shredded pork adobo in soy-vinegar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Fried Rice - $16.15: Diced of fried salmon & egg seasoned with house spicy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coco Fried Rice - $16.15: Stir fried rice with shredded coconut, roasted to enhance its sweet flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Fried Rice - $16.15: Stir fried in a mixture of curry and coconut milk with a mild spicy taste Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cilantro Fried Rice - $16.15: Stir fried with a fresh cilantro pesto aroma Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Fried Rice - $16.15: Pork flavored with a sweet soy vinaigrette BBQ sauce and hint of lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles
- Pad Thai - $16.2: Flat rice noodles stir-fried with chicken, shrimp, egg & topped with ground peanuts in a sweet sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Noodles (Thailand) - $16.2: Flat rice noodles topped with ground chicken, onions, bell peppers & basil in a sweet & spicy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kway Teow (Malaysia, Singapore) - $17.25: Flat, pillowy rice noodles, slightly charred from the wok, tossed with dark, spicy sauce & marinated beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curried Beef Kway Teow (Singapore) - $17.25: Beef Kway Teow in a spicy curry sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pancit Bihon (Philippines) - $16.2: Rice stick noodles stir-fried with chicken, shrimp, vegetables & Chinese sausage, with lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Singaporean Noodles (Singapore) - $16.2: Rice stick noodles stir-fried with chicken, shrimp, onions, cabbage, carrots & green onion in a curry sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lo-Mien (China) - $16.2: Chinese traditional with egg noodles, vegetables, chicken & shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodle Soups
- Tom Kha Noodle Soup (Thailand) - $16.15: Chicken and shrimp in a tart & spicy, sour shrimp broth with rice stick noodles and a touch of coconut milk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Noodle Soup (Thailand) - $15.95: Chicken and shrimp in a tart & spicy, sour shrimp broth with rice stick noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Laksa Noodle Soup (Singapore) - $15.95: Chicken, tofu, vegetables, rice sticks & egg noodle combination in a coconut curry broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Mami Noodle Soup (Philippines) - $15.95: Egg noodles in a clear broth with chicken & green onion, fried garlic and hard-boiled egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nebeyaki Udon Noodle Soup (Japan) - $15.95: Round rice noodles with a combination of chicken, seafood, vegetables & egg in a Japanese dashi broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dumplings Noodle Soup (China) - $15.95: Egg noodles in a savory broth, topped with homemade meat dumplings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hong Kong Style Noodle Soup (China) - $15.95: Egg noodles topped with roast pork & vegetables in a clear soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Teriyaki (Japan) - $15.95: Grilled chicken breast filet, glazed with house teriyaki sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- General Tso’s Spicy Chicken (China) - $15.95: Battered chunks of dark meat chicken, quick fried, coated with a semi sweet sauce and chili peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- MB Tofu Chicken - $15.95: Stir-fry chicken, tofu and basil in a spicy brown sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Basil Chicken (Thailand) - $15.95: Stir-fry chicken ribbons sparked with basil & bell peppers in a chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cashew Chicken (China) - $15.95: Diced chicken, quick-fried with cashew nuts & vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken BBQ (Philippines) - $15.95: Juicy chicken thigh marinated with lemon, soy sauce, sugar and spices, skewered and grilled. Served with BBQ rice, Pickled cabbage and steam veggies. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsudon (Japan) - $15.95: A deep-fried panko-breaded chicken cutlet soaked in a sweet and savory sauce with sautéed onion and egg served over rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Curry - $15.45: Broccoli, carrots, tofu, bamboo shoots, baby corn, red and green peppers simmered in coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Curry - $16.95: Choice of Yellow, Red, or Green curry with shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Curry - $17.25: Choice of Yellow, Red, or Green curry with beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Curry - $15.95: Choice of Yellow, Red, or Green curry with chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Adobo (Philippines) - $16.2: Braised chunks of pork in a delicious blend of soy sauce & vinegar with garlic & spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manila Pork BBQ (Philippines) - $16.2: Tender sliced pork marinated with lemon, soy sauce sugar and spices, skewered and grilled. Served with BBQ rice, pickled cabbage and steam veggies. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Katsudon - $16.2: A deep-fried panko-breaded pork cutlet soaked in sweet and savory sauce with sautéed onion and egg served over rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Pork Chop (Philippines) - $16.2: Pan-seared tender juicy pork chop marinated with lemon, soy sauce and other spices. Served with rice, pickled cabbage and steamed veggies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura (Japan) - $17.3: Lightly battered prawns & vegetables, deep fried, served with soy & ginger sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Garlic Shrimp (Malaysia) - $17.3: Prawns marinated with garlic, grilled & topped with hot, red curry sauce & served over fettucini noodles or rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- General Tso’s Salmon - $18.4: Battered chunks of salmon, quick fried and coated with our spicy semi-sweet sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Teriyaki Salmon (Japan) - $18.4: Pan-seared slices fillet salmon glaze with house made teriyaki sauce. Served with rice, pickled radish and steamed veggies. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi (Korea) - $17.25: Thin slices of steak, marinated in a blend of soy & sesame, then grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Ginger Beef - $17.25: Tender slices of marinated beef sautéed with lots of ginger and vegetables in a flavorful spicy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistek (Philippines) - $17.25: Marinated beef slices sautéed with onions in a blend of soy sauce and lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Seasonal Vegetables - $15.75: Grilled mixed vegetable and tofu served with our house teriyaki sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura (Japan) - $15.75: Lightly battered vegetables, deep fried, served with soy & ginger sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- East Street Cafe Tofu - $15.75: Tofu stir fried with spicy brown sauce, green beans and carrots – served over egg noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Steamed Vegetables - $5.35 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Fried Rice - $5.6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Japanese Rice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Add Shrimp - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Beef - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Chicken - $2.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Zone, TLC, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Pork - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Veggies - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Extra Egg - $2 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Spring Water - $1.5
- Orange Juice - $2.95
- Oolong Tea - $1.75
- Coke - $2.5
- Diet Coke - $2.5
- Perrier - $2.75
- Cranberry Juice - $2.95
- Jasmine or Green Tea - $2
- Ginger Ale - $2.5
- Mango Juice - $2.95
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