About Ekiben
Rice, noodles, and dumplings are key elements of Japanese homemade meals, and Ekiben brings the homemade feeling to London! Fresh approaches to classic Japanese bentos made with authentic, high-quality ingredients. Try our delicious soba or udon noodles, rice bowls with meat or vegetables, dumplings, or mix all three together! Vegetarian and vegan options available. Follow us on Instagram at @ekibenlondon ー お米・麺類を含め、日本食に精通している方により考えられたメニューは新鮮で良質な食材を使用し、日本の家庭の味をロンドンにて味わっていただけます！
Specialities
What we do best, from classic dishes to innovative collaborations with award winning chefs like Tim Anderson
Tim Anderson x Ekiben Chicken Nanban Burger with Renkon Chips (DF)
From a recipe by renowned chef Tim Anderson (2011 Top Chef winner, owner of Nanban restaurant), a delicious creation! Egg battered fried chicken breast in a fragrant glaze, with tartar sauce optional (but recommended!). Served with renkon (lotus root) chips for a Japanese BBQ experience!£12.00Chicken Nanban with Green Bean Gomaae -チキン南蛮弁当 (DF)
A favourite from the Southern island of Kyushu! Chicken breast fried in an egg and flour batter, coated in a "nanban" sauce of vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce. Meant to be enjoyed with tartar sauce that comes on the side. Served with white rice and green beans in a gomae (sesame) sauce. Note: Kashiwa Meshi shown in picture (£2.50 extra)九州（宮崎）名物のチキン南蛮と、かしわ飯、サヤインゲンの胡麻和えの九州郷土の味が詰まったボリューム満点のお弁当です。※チキン南蛮にはタルタルソースが別でついてきます。£11.00Nasu (Aubergine) Nanban (GF, DF, V)
5 pieces of grilled aubergine with nanban sauces on top£8.00Nikumiso with Udon Noodles - 肉味噌うどん (DF)
One of our favorites, a Japanese version of bolognese, with miso-marinated park on udon noodles in sesame oil!£11.00Reisei Soba Salad (DF, V, VE)
A refreshing summer dish! A salad with aubergine, tomato, onion, spring onion, leek, and soba noodles topped with a light sesame sauce!£10.00The Mizuho - みずほ (DF) (Nikumiso and gyoza) (DF)
A combination of two of our most popular dishes, Nikumiso and Pork Gyoza!£13.00The Tsubame (Kashiwameshi, Pork Gyoza, Zaru Soba Salad) (DF)
Kashiwameshi, Pork Gyoza, and Zaru soba bento£15.00The Nozomi - のぞみ (DF) (Soboro Gohan, Shumai, and Zaru Soba Salad)
Zaru Soba Noodle Salad, Soboro Gohan Classic and Shumai Dumplingsザル蕎麦薬味の大根サラダ、鶏ひき肉のそぼろと炒り卵の二色ご飯と焼売（３個）のコンボ弁当。£15.00
Rice and meat dishes
Meatballs, fried chicken, and fried rice - the essential Japanese food groups!
Nikudango (Pork Meatballs) Skewers with Renkon Chips and Wakame Salad-肉団子串・レンコンチップス・わかめサラダのお弁当 (DF)
Pork meatballs mixed with shiitake mushrooms, lotus root, and spring onion on rice, served with crispy lotus root chips and a seaweed wakame salad.豚挽肉の肉団子がご飯の上に。レンコンチップス、わかめと枝豆のサラダの入ったボリュームたっぷりなお弁当です。£13.00Chicken Karaage Burger (DF)
Fried pieces of chicken thigh, with Kewpie mayonaise and yuzukosho for a nice hint of citrus! Served with a side of renkon (lotus root) chips£11.00Chicken Karaage Bento (DF)
Chicken karaage with fresh daikon and cabbage salad and potato salad£12.00Kashiwa Meshi -かしわ飯(DF)
From the island of Kyushu, Kashiwa Meshi is a delicious rice dish with chicken, shiitake, carrots, and a nice marinade.九州名物のかしわ飯（鶏肉の炊き込みご飯）£10.00
Vegetarian and vegan dishes
The Tsubame Vegetarian (Kashiwameshi, Gyoza, Zaru Soba Salad) (DF)
Vegetarian kashiwameshi, Gyoza, and Zaru Soba bento£15.00The Nozomi Vegetarian - ベジタリアンのぞみ (DF, V) (Soboro gohan, Shumai, Zaru Soba Salad)
A vegetarian version of our popular Nozomi dish! Zaru Soba Noodle Salad, Soboro Gohan Vegetarian and Veggie Shumai Dumplings make for a delicious combination!ザル蕎麦薬味の大根サラダ付き。豆腐と椎茸のそぼろと炒り卵の二色ご飯のコンボ弁当。£15.00The Nozomi Vegan - ヴィーガンのぞみ (DF, VE) (Soboro Gohan, Shumai, Zaru Soba Salad)
A vegan version of our popular Nozomi dish! Zaru Soba Noodle Salad, Soboro Gohan Vegan and Veggie Shumai Dumplings (Vegan friendly) make for a delicious combination!ザル蕎麦薬味の大根サラダ。豆腐と椎茸のそぼろと高菜の二色ご飯のコンボ弁当。£15.00Soboro Gohan Vegan (Sweet Rice) - 豆腐と椎茸のそぼろと高菜のお漬物の２色弁当 (DF, VE)
Tofu, shiitake mushrooms and takana pickles (pickled mustard leaf) on steamed rice with sweet marinade£10.00Kashiwa Meshi Vegetarian -かしわ飯 (DF, V)
From the island of Kyushu, Kashiwa Meshi is a delicious rice dish with shiitake, carrots, ginger, and a nice marinade.九州名物のかしわ飯（鶏の炊き込みご飯）£10.00
Onigiri
Bringing the Japanese Konbini to London! Rice balls filled or topped with delicious flavors like takana pickles, wakame seaweed, and salmon flakes! Most are veggie/vegan!
Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Ball) (DF, V, VE) 焼きおにぎり
A homemade classic! Grilled rice with soy sauce marinade.£4.00Kashiwa Meshi Onigiri (DF)
Stick rice ball with kashiwa meshi (rice with chicken and vegetables)£4.50Takana Onigiri - 高菜おにぎり(DF, V, VE)
Sticky rice ball with takana pickle filling and topping, wrapped in dried nori seaweed£4.00Umeboshi Onigiri (DF, V, VE)
Sticky rice ball with Japanese plums on top, wrapped in dried nori seaweed£4.00Wakame Onigiri (DF, V, VE)
Sticky rice ball with wakame seaweed, wrapped in dried nori seaweed£4.00Mentaiko (Spicy Cod Roe) Onigiri -明太子おにぎり (DF)
Sticky rice ball with spicy cod roe filling and topping, wrapped in dried nori seaweed£5.00Salmon Flakes Onigiri (DF)
Sticky rice ball, with salmon flakes on top, wrapped in dried nori seaweed£4.00Okaka (Bonito Flakes) Onigiri (DF)
Sticky rice ball with bonito flakes topping, wrapped in dried nori seaweed£4.00Tuna Mayo Onigiri (DF)
Sticky rice ball with tuna and mayo topping, wrapped in dry nori seawd£4.00Onigiri Set - choose 4 varieties (DF)
Choose 4 nigiri to make a set!£12.00
Izakaya Classics
Classic dishes meant to be enjoyed amongst friends!
Karaage-鶏の唐揚げ
Chicken thighs fried in batter and seasoned to perfection - all freshly made!£6.506pcs Yakigyoza (Pork) - 焼き餃子（豚挽肉）６個 (DF)
A Japanese staple - delicious fried dumplings with a light dipping sauce豚ひき肉の焼き餃子£5.006pcs Vegetable Gyoza -野菜の餃子6個 (DF, V)
A Japanese staple - delicious fried dumplings with a light dipping sauceFilling: Vegetable (Cabbage, spring onion, shiitake, tofu)キャベツ、ネギ、椎茸、お豆腐を使用したお肉不使用のタネの餃子£5.003pcs Yakigyoza (Pork) - 焼き餃子（豚挽肉）３個 (DF)
A Japanese staple - delicious fried dumplings with a light dipping sauce£3.003pcs Vegetable Gyoza - 野菜の餃子３個 (DF V)
A Japanese staple - delicious fried dumplings with a light dipping sauceFilling: Vegetable (Cabbage, spring onion, shiitake, tofu)キャベツ、ネギ、椎茸、お豆腐を使用したお肉不使用のタネの餃子£3.0012pcs Yakigyoza (Pork) - 焼き餃子12個 (豚挽肉）(DF)
A Japanese staple - delicious fried dumplings with a light dipping sauce豚ひき肉の焼き餃子（約２人前）£10.0012pcs Vegetable Gyoza -野菜の餃子12個 (DF, V)
A Japanese staple - delicious fried dumplings with a light dipping sauceFilling: Vegetable (Cabbage, spring onion, shiitake, tofu)キャベツ、ネギ、椎茸、お豆腐を使用したお肉不使用のタネの餃子（約２人前）£10.00Inarizushi (3 pieces) - いなり寿司（３個）(DF)
White rice stuffed inside fried tofu soaked in a dashi broth£7.50
Sides and salads
Side dishes to enjoy alongside your bentos!
Lotus Root Chips - レンコンチップス (GF, DF, V, VE)
Delicious crispy lotus root slices salted to perfection - better and healthier than regular chips!£5.00Wakame (Seaweed) and Edamame Salad-わかめと枝豆のサラダ (GF, DF, V, VG)
Wakame salad with edamame and light sauce£5.00Green bean gomaae salad-さやいんげんの胡麻和え (DF, V)
Green beans in a gomaae sauce (sesame based)£5.00Potato Salad-ポテトサラダ (DF, V)
Japanese version of an American classic - carrots, shallots, onions, cucumber, and potatoes mixed with mayonnaise and mustard£5.00Edamame - 枝豆 (DF, GF, V, VE)
Steamed edamame pods£2.50Miso Soup - 味噌汁 (DF, GF)
Traditional miso soup£3.00
Sweet treats
Selection of Japanese snacks for your sweet tooth
Classic Castella (2 pieces) カスてラ
Japanese cake, similar to sponge cakeカステラ£4.00
Drinks
Cold Sencha Green Tea (500ml)
Sencha green tea£3.00Cold Oolong Tea (340ml)
Refreshing cold roasted Chinese-inspired Japanese green tea£2.50Cold Jasmine Tea (500ml)
Refreshing cold Chinese inspired Japanese green tea£3.00Aloe Vera, Pomegranate, and Cranberry Juice Drink (500ml)
Aloe Vera fruit drink£3.00
