East Village Asian Diner
| Address: | 628 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA |
| Phone: | +1 760-753-8700 |
| Site: | eateastvillage.com |
| Rating: | 4.8 |
| Working: | 11:30AM–2:30PM 11:30AM–2:30PM 11:30AM–2:30PM 11:30AM–2:30PM 11:30AM–2:30PM 11:30AM–2:30PM 11:30AM–2:30PM |
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spudhufer
East Village Asian Diner has been in Encinitas for about 4 years now. unfortunately it took me this long to discover it; I blame myself. East Village is located at 628 S. Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas just south of East E. Street. East Village serves fresh, flavorful Asian inspired comfort food. Their spin on dishes comes with a California influence, like their Monk Pots (Bibimbap), Kimchi Burrito, and Carnitas Dynamite Fries. This might throw off purists but that is not what they are trying to do. What they do is succeed in delivering great tasting food using fresh ingredients in a casual setting. What I ate... Kimchi Cup ~ Napa Cabbage, green onion, and spices. (you know… Kimchi) * Note ~ I wish this came as an entrée because I could have eaten it all day. Mongolian Monk’s Stone Pot ~ Baby spinach, marinated bean sprouts, bamboo shoots/carrot kinpira, zucchini, sautéed mushrooms with house blended spicy sauce, brown rice, and an over-easy egg. I really like this place just writing this makes me want to go back.
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Richard Brinegar
Great food with friendly, if sometimes distracted, service. They rock the monks stone pots here -- a blazin hot bowl filled with rice, veggies, a soft cooked egg, hot sauce and usually one other protein: pork, beef, chicken, salmon, shrimp, tofu. You can get the monks bowls with white or brown rice (I prefer the nuttiness of brown -- I also live for fiber). They have other tasty, not over fussy, asian-ish food as well. The high stools are pretty comfortable, the booths are comfy cozy, but the chairs are leftovers from the Spanish Inquisition. As for beverages, Sapporo on tap is always a plus. And the yuzu marmalade tea (think extra-pulpy, hot lemonade) is WONDERFUL, especially if its cold out. Despite nightmarish on-street parking and occasional 15 minute waits, we come here often -- its that good!
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A Private User
Ive been here several times and usually only get the buckwheat noodles lunch special. I really like it; its delicious. It comes with with a big pile of seasoned seaweed and rests on a bed of arugula, topped with carrots and jicima. I have also had a couple of bites of the Thai-style wrap. Its not incredibly impressionable, and the flavors are pretty basic, but it was ok. I have only been here for lunch; I think the lunch specials are pretty good, $6.95 for the noodles or the rice bowls. Although I have not ordered drinks here it appears they have a nice selection of beer. Also, they almost always have either Shaolin Soccer or some Miyazaki cartoon, or both playing on their flat screens. It makes my day.
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Nicky L
Sit. ORDER a Monk Bowl—which is a PIPING hot stone bowl, with rice, veggies, soy sauce and meat of your choosing. (This isnt the only thing on the menu but it is most definitely the best!) WAIT for it to cool off for 1.5 minutes, or until you cant take it anymore. (They say the rice gets crispier the longer you wait to dive in). SIP on your ice cold mug of craft beer (They have a huge selection). EAT the best rice bowl on earth. (Try not to touch the bowl, it might burn you). Who knew rice could be so delicious? You have to try this place for yourself.
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Jerome Meneses
Dont try to come here at night on a weekend as it can get very busy. Lunch will probably be your best bet if youre looking to be seated immediately. The menu is short and sweet. There are several noodle dishes, a soup option, and a kimbap option. Ive had their beef and and vegetable chow mein and it was delicious! The meat they serve is VERY good quality. Its incredibly juicy and tender. The service is also wonderful. Our waitress checked on us several times and she was genuinely nice. This place was great!
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VanAwesome
The Monk bowls are incredible. I order them without rice, as Im on a keto diet. These things have been my go-to lunch. I am here at minimum twice a week. Ive lost over 60 pounds so far. My favorite protein for the Monk Bowl is the Fallen Monks Pulled Pork. Ordered with extra veggies instead of rice and two extra eggs cuz I like eggs. Dont you judge me! Huge portion for reasonable lunch price. Staff is always friendly. I highly recommend.
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Timmy P
This place is great! The staff and hostess were super friendly, they even sat us after we missed our initial call. The line moves fast! As for the food, its exactly what youre craving. Very large portions for a great price. The Monk Bowl is bursting with flavor and you can add all the extra sauce you want. I highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys Asian flavor and who is hungry.
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돌솥비빔밥 한국맛 그리웠는데 맛있었어요~ 잡채도 맛나고 근데 딸램 시켜준 치킨까스는 좀 많이짰어요 전체적으로 미국간~ 돌비에 소고기도ㅋ 근데 김치는 맛났음
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Jenny F.
This place keeps increasing in popularity and its easy to see why, the food is delicious!! They offer every variety of Asian Food - Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Fusion - which makes for a very lively menu. There are also many adult beverages available that compliment the menu. Its a double whammy! This place is awesome.
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Joe Richland
Love this joint! Its renowned for the "monk bowls", but the spicy soup, the beef & noodle dish, the pulled pork fries, the kimchi street pancakes...really everything is a cut above. Dont tell them, but Id pay double!
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Coleman Vurbeff
Awesome place in downtown Encinitas which actually stays open somewhat late. The food is excellent and the service is great. The decor and architecture feels like a modern late century diner. Definitely worth a try!
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Ron Goldburger
Great people!! The Monks bowls are amazing!!! Waiting for the rice to get a little crispy is totally worth it. Oh yeah, and dont touch the bowl...its HOT!!!
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Mike Nesbit
Soild Asian food and it wont break the bank! House sauses are outstanding. If you order take out make sure to sause up before leaving.
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David L
Good service and food. I got the BBQ pulled pork burrito which was excellent with the soba sauce. The side salad was a tasty bonus.
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Tyler Anneliese Moselle
Absolutely delish. There are long waits sometimes, but you can eat and drink at the bar-great service and awesome sake selection!
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Melinda Helbock
The Salmon bowl is healthy and delicious. I always order extra veggies and brown rice. Its comfort food on a cold day (60 degrees
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Amy Mariappan
The only semi-korean restaurant in north county coastal! Very Californian-Korean fusion with the monk bowl. Delicious!!
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A Private User
Delicious food at reasonable prices and with friendly, attentive service. We love this place! Most highly recommended.
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Patrick Shea
Excellent food, nice atmosphere, and good service. Highly recommend the stone pot and cucumber seaweed salad...
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Jeff M
Took my ex neighbors here. It was great as usual. Got one of the bowls and it has lots of flavor.
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Jeanette Keltz
Dinner was so good love the atmosphere server was on top of it all definitely will be back
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C.K Gusta
I love this spot. Fresh delicious and consistent. I eat there every time I am in C.A.
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Rob Burns
Great food, original Korean Japanese fusion. Loved the fried apple won ton desert.
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Kyle Emerick
Asian comfort food with the fusion twist. A gem tucked in Encinitas.
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Lindsey Harris
Monk bowl and spring rolls are always my go to. Burrito is good too.
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Courtney Marcotti
A delicious, quick lunch or dinner... The Monk Bowls are amazing!!
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JD Medford
Power beef noodles and the Bulgogi Burrito are my go to dishes.
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Andrew Haberman
The stone pot Mongolian monk bowl is great. Service is so so.
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yonghong ying
Really healthy and decious Chinese style food. Will go back.
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Manuel Chavez
Very cozy and fun place to eat. Monks pot is so delicious!
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Troy Nakauchi
Been here many times, the monk bowl is always delicious.
