Facing East Menu (Update 2025)
Facing East, a renowned ramen and noodle spot in San Diego, offers a vibrant blend of Asian Fusion dishes. This trendy restaurant boasts a variety of options, including soy-free, vegan, and many vegetarian choices. With a chic ambiance and attentive service, Facing East is perfect for lunch, dinner, or dessert outings. Standout dishes like the soup dumplings and spicy miso ramen have garnered high praise from patrons. The flavorful broth and perfectly soft-boiled eggs in the ramen promise a delightful culinary experience. Customers also rave about the kimchi and shrimp wontons, highlighting the restaurant's diverse menu. Despite some minor critiques on certain dishes' tenderness, Facing East overall impresses with its bold flavors and quick service. Don't miss out on the unique offerings at this gem on Convoy Street.
Chicken Wings
Salt And Pepper Wings pcs
pcs
Spicy Garlic Wings pc
Crispy Chicken wings with light batter seasoned with house salt & pepper, hot pepper sauce and stir fried in wok with butter and lots of garlic(New)
Pork Xiao Long Bao The OG Rainbow
pcs Rainbow Xiao Long Bao w/ different natural colored skins and fillings (soup dumplings)
Spicy Pork Dumpling
Pork & Cabbage dumplings in a Spicy Szechuan vinegar sauce
Pork, Chicken Or Vegan Gyoza ()
Gyoza - choice of chicken, pork, or vegan fillings, served in a set of .
Deep Fried Potstickers
pcs
Takoyaki ()
Fried balls with cabbage and octopus inside
Spicy BBQ Takoyaki
pcs
Popcorn Chicken
Crispy, bite-sized chicken pieces seasoned with a savory blend of spices.
Honey Spicy Tofu
- pcs small tofu cubes dressed with house sweet chili sauce, cabbage on the side
Kimchi
Traditional fermented Korean side dish, bursting with spicy and tangy flavors.
Soy Edemame
Edemame dressed with house soy garlic sauce
Pork Xiao Long Bao
pcs Homemade Pork XLB (soup dumplings)
Starters
Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen
Pork, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried garlic corn.
Black Garlic Oil Ramen
Pork, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried garlic corn, black garlic oil.
Spicy Miso Ramen
Pork, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried garlic corn, spicy oil, miso
Vegetarian Ramen
Fried veggie dumplings, tofu, eggplant, soybean soup base, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, corn, green onion, sesame
Laksa Ramen
Pork, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried garlic corn, peanut, mild spicy
Miso Ramen
Pork, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried garlic corn.
Chicken Garlic Ramen
Chicken, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried garlic corn, black garlic oil
Spicy Deluxe Paiko Ramen
Our original straight noodles in our house made Chicken Paitan Soup topped with, House Chili Oil, scallions, nori, Chicken Paiko (cutlet) and Pork Charsiu, half egg, cabbage, bean sprouts, Sesame, Fried Garlic, Corn
Ramen And Soup Only
Ramen noodle and Paitan soup only
Black Truffle Ramen
Pork, egg, scallion, cabbage, bean sprout, corn, seaweed, sesame, bamboo, fried onion/garlic, Truffle oil
Zha-Jiang Noodles
Minced black bean sauce, pork belly, cucumber, scallion, sesame
Dry Noodle
Noodle Soup
Braised Beef Noodle Soup
Beef shank, spicy, sour veggie, bok choy, scallion.
Spicy Beef Noodle Soup
Beef Shank, bean sprouts, cabbage, scallion, sour soup very spicy, cilantro, rice noodle
Wonton Noodle Soup
Shrimp wonton, bok choy, scallion.
Braised Pork Rice
Pork belly, egg, scallion
Chicken Katsu Rice
Breaded chicken cutlet served with over a bed of steamed rice and coleslaw on the side, drizzled with katsu sauce and spicy mayonnaise.
Chicken Katsu Curry
Add pan fried egg, and cheese for and additional charge.
Steam Rice
Fluffy Steamed Rice, Perfectly Cooked to Complement Any Dish
Rice
Beverages
Thai Tea
Creamy and sweet Thai beverage made with black tea, condensed milk, and aromatic spices.
Milk Tea
A blend of brewed tea and milk, offering a smooth and subtly sweet flavor.
Iced Coffee Milk Tea
A refreshing blend of iced coffee and black tea, typically mixed with milk.
Hawaiian Sunset Fruit Tea
A refreshing blend of tropical fruits, typically including pineapple, mango, and a hint of citrus, infused in a light tea base.
Iced Green Tea
Refreshing and invigorating iced green tea to quench your thirst and revitalize your senses.
Milk Green Tea
A harmonious blend of milk and green tea, offering a smooth and refreshing taste.
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Lemonade Green Tea
A refreshing blend of freshly brewed green tea and tangy lemonade, served chilled.
Iced Lemonade
Chilled beverage made with freshly squeezed lemons, typically includes a balance of sweetness and tanginess.
Chocolate Mochi
Soft, sweet rice dough encasing a rich chocolate filling.