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Explore the East Street Cafe menu at Union Station, DC. Enjoy spicy Thai noodle soups, fresh seafood like teriyaki salmon & shrimp tempura, and savory appetizers. Quick, flavorful meals made to order with generous portions and great service.
East Street Cafe offers a vibrant menu that captures the essence of authentic Asian flavors, right in the heart of Washington, DC’s Union Station. Their standout noodle soups, like the Tom Kha and Tom Yum, marry spicy, sour broths with tender chicken, shrimp, and delicate rice stick noodles, all for an approachable price. For those seeking lighter options, the refined Miso Soup and hearty Chicken and Corn Soup bring comforting warmth to the table.
The seafood selections impress with dishes like the Salmon StirFry, glazed in house-made teriyaki sauce and perfectly cooked, as well as the crispy, lightly battered Shrimp Tempura. Customers consistently praise the fresh ingredients, quick preparation, and generous portions—ideal for a satisfying meal on the go. The flexibility to customize dishes, such as the plant-based Curry Laksa Noodle Soup, highlights the kitchen’s readiness to accommodate diverse palates.
East Street Cafe excels at delivering fast, flavorful Asian cuisine that resonates well beyond typical station fare, making it a hidden gem worth exploring.
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Spicy. Thailand. Chicken and shrimp in a tart and spicy, sour shrimp broth, with rice sticks noodles and touch of coconut milk.
Spicy. Thailand. Chicken and shrimp in a tart and spicy, sour shrimp broth, with rice sticks.
Japan. Light, soybean flavored soup with tofu cubes and seaweeds, topped with green onions.
Egg drop soup with minced chicken and corn.
Japan. Lettuce, cucumber, red radish, carrots, with sesame dressing.
Spicy. Thailand. Lettuce, cucumber, carrots, grape tomato green onions and cilantro with grilled steak slices, dressed with lemongrass vinaigrette.
Filet of cornstarch dusted salmon, stir-fried and glazed with our house teriyaki sauce.
Japan. Lightly battered prawns and vegetables, deep fried. Served with soy and ginger sauce.
Served with sesame soy sauce. Choose a style required - choose 1: Steamed, pan-fried.
Well seasoned, lightly battered with toasted black sesame seeds, served with hoisin-plum sauce.
Great spot in DC, the food is very tasty, well priced and the portions are massive! The food is prepared to order very quickly - you can see the kitchen and the chefs at work. The food was eaten by us within 20mins of ordering making it a perfect meal before the train.
Opening hours, the full address and the best way to get there are all on the restaurant page. Booking policies differ from place to place — so call ahead, or simply walk in.