• Bantam King

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Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant with vegan choices. Menu includes vegetable stock, soy, sesame and chili spice based broth ramen bowl that is topped with Impossible burger, tempeh, bok choy, chili oil and peanuts. Open Wed-Thu 5:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm. Closed Mon-Tue.


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9 Reviews

First Review by AaronCRosenbaum

oatlord

Points +39

Vegan
05 May 2024

Only has egg noodles

I thought, based on reviews here, that they had a vegan ramen option, but the server said they only have egg noodles! I was disappointed. But 3 stars because the server was really nice.

Jazzman221

Points +177

Vegan
25 Nov 2023

Veggie Ramen — professional grade!

The Veggie Tantanmen bowl is virtually the only vegan option at Bantam King, but it’s fabulous for spicy-food aficionados! Included saffron, bok choy…

Pros: Delicious veggie bowl was a “good burn”!, Super casual.

Cons: Overlit interior needs charm makeover., 1st veg bowl arrived quickly; 2nd took forever.

jamieclower

Points +443

Vegan
06 Nov 2023

The best thing we ate in DC!

The Veggie Tantanmen was extraordinary. Flavorful, spicy (but not too spicy!), Impossible crumbles on top, full of veg. This is unfortunately the only vegan option on the menu, but they clearly know what they're doing. Would give this a million stars, I'm still thinking about it a month later.

Pros: Clearly labeled, Tons of flavor, Huge portion

Cons: Only one vegan option on menu

mrc

Points +76

Mostly Veg
30 Sep 2023

Bantam's Tantanmen is King

In a city of bland vegan options, Bantam's Tantanmen is King. After a week of exploring DC & it's food scene, I was left wanting something... more. And I found it!

While they only have one vegan option at Bantam King, it is delightful. Just the right amount of spice to anyone who doesn't cower at the sight of a few red chili flakes on their avocado toast. The Veggie Tantanmen (ramen) was fresh and prepared beautifully - my only wish is that I could have discovered this gem sooner and been able to enjoy it multiple times on my trip.

Restaurant is cozy with its own unique charm. Do I wish they had more options? Absolutely. But they nailed this one. 10/5 stars from me.

Pros: Flavor, Spice, Ambiance

happy_banana

Points +1388

Vegan
13 Sep 2023

Spicy, flavorful ramen - with Impossible meat!

I love that their ramen has Impossible meat in it (unlike sister restaurant Daikaya which comes with no vegan protein) and that it is actually pretty spicy

Breah

Points +637

Vegan
15 Apr 2023

Amazing vegan ramen

Great atmosphere in this cozy spot in Chinatown. They have one vegan ramen bowl that is spicy, peanutty, and delicious! Generous portion and great service.

Pros: Delicious ramen, Friendly staff, Chicken portraits in bathrooms

Cons: Only one vegan option, No reservations

cns71

Points +141

Vegan
07 Nov 2022

DELICIOUS vegan ramen

Love the atmosphere and the vibes. It is a little cramped inside but it makes it a good vibe

Cons: Small inside

KatelynGannon

Points +44

Vegan
15 Aug 2022

Delicious!!!

Wish this was a fully vegan place so I could give five stars! The veggie ramen was so good! Pretty spicy, but very much a flavorful spice and not just purely heat. Great place to go with Omni friends without missing out! Also had a spicy margarita that was amazing!

Cons: Only one vegan option

AaronCRosenbaum

Points +154

Vegan
15 Nov 2021

Really good ramen

Slightly spicy but the impossible meat was a great touch.




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