Pow Pow – Chinese
This vibrant morning destination hums with the energy of a modern diner, where the comforting sizzle of golden hashbrowns and the rich aroma of artisanal drip coffee fill the air. Diners dive into decadent stacks of pistachio and Nutella-drizzled pancakes or savory fried chicken paired with crisp Belgian waffles, creating a playful yet indulgent experience that reimagines classic comfort food for the contemporary palate.
1253, H Street Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002 +12023991364 http://www.eatpowpow.com0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, soy-free
Diet fit at Pow Pow
Dairy-Free at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries and Crispy Hashbrowns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Hashbrowns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Bubbie’s Milkshake and Nitro Cold Brew Latte. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Mock Bloody Mary and Crispy Hashbrowns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Bubbie’s Milkshake and Mock Bloody Mary. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Hashbrowns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mock Bloody Mary. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Pow Pow
Pow Pow in Washington has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Loaded Breakfast Burrito and Mock Bloody Mary. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Pow Pow
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pistachio and Nutella Creme Pancakes | 72.8 g | 21.1 g |
| Fried Chick’n & Belgium Waffles | 35.5 g | 20.9 g |
| Sunrise Breakfast | 48.2 g | 16.4 g |
| Loaded Breakfast Burrito | 8.3 g | 6.3 g |
| Drip Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Hot Chocolate | 16.2 g | 1.5 g |
| Juice | 9.6 g | 0.1 g |
| Mock Bloody Mary | 53.7 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Brunch Mains
- Pistachio and Nutella Creme Pancakes - $14: Fluffy pancakes, pistachio, Nutella creme Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried Chick’n & Belgium Waffles - $16: Crispy plant-based fried chicken, Belgium waffles Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sunrise Breakfast - $15: Classic diner scrambled egg, bacon, sausage, toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Loaded Breakfast Burrito - $13: Plant-based breakfast fillings in a tortilla Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- House-made Egg Breakfast Sandwich - $11: Plant-based egg on a sandwich roll Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Home Fries - $5: Seasoned potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crispy Hashbrowns - $5: Shredded crispy potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Bubbie’s Milkshake - $8: Plant-based milkshake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Drip Coffee - $3.5: Freshly brewed coffee
- Juice - $4: Assorted fruit juices
- Hot Chocolate - $4.5: Plant-based hot cocoa
- Nitro Cold Brew Latte - $6: Nitro cold brew with plant-based milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mock Bloody Mary - $9: Non-alcoholic Bloody Mary mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Pow Pow
- Is Pow Pow dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Pow Pow has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries and Crispy Hashbrowns.
- What can I eat at Pow Pow on a dairy-free diet?
- Home Fries and Crispy Hashbrowns carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Pow Pow have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Home Fries and Mock Bloody Mary.
- Is Pow Pow gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Pow Pow?
- Pistachio and Nutella Creme Pancakes, at roughly 21.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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