Pow Pow Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to the vibrant world of Pow Pow, a Pan Asian Vegan restaurant located in Washington, DC. Pow Pow offers a unique dining experience with a hipster, casual, and trendy vibe. The menu is 100% plant-based and Kosher certified, catering to a diverse range of dietary preferences.
Start off your meal with the flavorful Salted Wonton Chips & Salsa or the comforting Ginger Wonton Soup. For the main course, indulge in dishes like the Hoisin Steak over veggie fried rice or the Peanut Butter Chili Chow Mein for a protein powerhouse meal. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Pow Pow also offers a variety of sides, such as the Crispy Lemon Parm Brussels and Miso Roasted Sweet Potatoes, to complement your main course. With their plastic-free packaging and gender-neutral restrooms, Pow Pow is not only delicious but also committed to sustainability and inclusivity. Experience the innovative dishes and vibrant atmosphere of Pow Pow for a dining experience like no other.
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Salted Wonton Chips & Salsa
Salted wonton chips w/Aji sauce, korean BBQ sauce & pineapple kimchi. Great munchie app!
Ginger Wonton Soup
A delicate broth served with fresh ginger, dumplings and scallions.
Thai Coconut Curry Soup
Rich, creamy, spicy and tangy Thai coconut curry broth w/fresh lemongrass, ginger, mushrooms & Thai red chilis, topped with cilantro (spicy / gluten free).
Thai Pumpkin Pumpkin Soup
Thai pumpkin coconut curry broth w/fresh lemongrass & ginger, topped with cilantro. So good we say pumpkin twice! (gluten free)
*NEW* Coconut Curry Noodle Soup
25oz bowl of creamy coconut curry soup and chow mein topped w/ fresh chilis and cilantro (spicy / contains soy).
*NEW* Ginger Noodle Soup
25oz bowl including a delicate broth served with fresh ginger, noodles and scallions.
Crispy Lemon Parm Brussels
Side of crispy brussel sprouts roasted in citrus topped w/ parm (gluten free).
Garlic Broccoli
Side of roasted broccoli, stir fried in a light garlic sauce. (gluten free)
Miso Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Side of sweet potatoes roasted in miso sauce (gluten free).
Sichuan Dumplings
Six (6) Sichuan style dumplings steamed or fried. Topped w/Sichuan style red chili oil sauce, Sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles, scallions & fresh cilantro. (semi-spicy / contains nuts)
Firecracker Cauliflower
Panko fried cauliflower tossed in firecracker sauce topped w/sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles & sesame sauce drizzle (contains nuts).
Dumplings Kare Kare
Steamed dumplings in peanut stew w/ red chilis, cilantro, fresh dill & sriracha cashew peanut crumbles (spicy / contains nuts).
Chick'n Fingers
Six (6) plant-based chick'n fingers fried in our signature batter, topped w/sriracha cashew peanuts & tossed in either Firecracker, Korean BBQ, or Teriyaki sauce. Served w/sesame sauce for dipping (contains nuts).*Some peoples palate perceives the Korean BBQ gochujang flavor as being overly salty, while most people have zero issue with its salt content. Please take note before ordering.
Trolley Fries
Hand cut french fries w/kimchi, cashew cheddar sauce, cilantro, Korean ketchup, & togarashi mayo. (gluten Free / contains cashew)
Choo-Choo Chips
Hand cut potatoes with kids ketchup on the side. (gluten free)
Taiwanese Fried Cashew Mozzarella Croquettes
House-made plant-based cashew mozzarella rolled in our Taiwanese fry batter, drizzled w/Korean ketchup (contains cashews).NOTE: These are no longer gluten free.
*NEW* Buffalo Chick'n Egg Roll
Shredded plant-based chick'n marinated in buffalo sauce, house-made cheddar, pickled carrots and cabbage. Served w/sesame and buffalo sauce for dipping.*Our entire menu is 100% plant-based & Kosher certified.
Habenero Midnight Marauder Steak & Cheese Egg Roll
Our classic Midnight Marauder, habanero-fied! Ground plant-based salt and pepper steak, house-made habanero jack, pickled carrots and cabbage. Served w/spicy mayo for dipping.*Our entire menu is 100% plant-based & Kosher certified.
Disco Stick Giant Egg Roll
Our world famous arm length egg roll is filled with grilled plant-based chick'n, carrots, pineapple kimchi, & cabbage. Served w/Korean Ketchup and sweet & sour sauce.*This item takes longer than normal to cook. Please allow for extra time. Thanks for your patience.
Starters
Fried Rice & Noodles
Fried Chick'n
Plant-based fried chick'n on top of fried rice or Chow Mein noodles. Finished w/grilled veggies & sriracha drizzle (spicy)
Teriyaki Chick'n
Teriyaki grilled plant-based chick'n w/grilled pineapple & a healthy portion of veggies on top of Fried Rice or Chow Mein Noodles*. Finsihed w/sriracha drizzle. Comes in our 32oz Pagoda fun box. (spicy)
Hoisin Steak
Hoisin grilled steak (made from mushroom root) overtop veggie fried rice or Chow Mein noodles, topped w/fried shallots, cilantro and hoisin vinaigrette.
*NEW* Mongolian Beef & Broccoli Chow Mein
Plant-based steak (made from mushroom) tossed in Mongolian sauce, overtop stir-fried broccoli, bell peppers & chow mein noodles.*This item takes longer than normal to cook. Please allow for extra time. Thanks for your patience. Noodles are made from wheat. Cannot be made gluten free
'Mom's Style'
Grilled plant-based chick'n w/grilled pineapple & a healthy portion of veggies on top of Fried Rice or Chow Mein Noodles. Finished w/sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles, curry sauce & a sriracha drizzle. Comes in our 32oz Pagoda fun box. (contains nuts/spicy)
*NEW* Peanut Butter Chili Chow Mein
Peanut butter chili chow mein is a protein powerhouse! Includes plant-based steak (made from mushroom), lots of veggies & chow mein noodles stir fried in peanut butter & spicy black bean chili sauce, topped w/ sriracha cashew crumbles & bean sprouts (spicy / contains nuts / soy).*This item takes longer than normal to cook. Please allow for extra time. Thanks for your patience. Noodles are made from wheat. Cannot be made gluten free
Dan Dan Carbonara
Plant-based ground pork, stir-fried veggies w/cashew cream carbonara & Szechuan noodles (contains nuts).*This item takes longer than normal to cook. Please allow for extra time. Thanks for your patience.
Angry Noodles
Korean BBQ fried chick'n w/ cashew cream, pineapple kimchi, seared broccoli, red jalapenos, scallion, fresh cilantro, fried shallots & sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles on top of Szechuan Noodles (contains nuts/spicy).*This item takes longer than normal to cook. Please allow for extra time. Thanks for your patience.
Chef's Special Hoisin Steak Carbonara
Hoisin Grilled Steak (made from mushroom root) w/stir-fried veggies, cashew cream carbonara noodles, topped w/fried shallots, red chilis, cilantro and hoisin vinaigrette (semi spicy / contains nuts).*This item takes longer than normal to cook. Please allow for extra time. Thanks for your patience. Szechuan Noodles are made from wheat. Cannot be made gluten free
General's Chick'n
Chunks of Taiwanese style plant-based Fried chick'n w/tomato, burnt broccoli, scallions & our thick and flavorful General's sauce (semi-spicy).*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free fried chick'n
*NEW* Winter Purity (seasonal)
The seasonal version of the Purity Bowl is back! Peanut & red curry sweet potatoes, black beans, seared broccoli, edamame, tomato, carrots, & cilantro w/Sriracha cashew-peanuts (semi spicy / gluten free / contains nuts).
Sweet & Sour
San Francisco style sweet & sour chick'n w/grilled pineapple, green pepper, red pepper, tomato, carrots, bean sprouts, pickled onion & scallions. (slightly spicy)*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free chick'n
Sweet Garlic Steak & Cucumber
Vietnamese grilled steak (made from mushroom root) w/ sweet rice & cucumber sauce, watermelon radish, sesame garlic cucumbers, red chilis, fried shallots & fresh dill. Served in regular 32oz size bowl only (gluten free).
K-town BBQ Chick'n
Korean BBQ'd Grilled Chick'n in Gochujang sauce w/black beans, pineapple kimchi, tomato, carrot, cilantro, fried shallots, watermelon radish & sesame ranch drizzle. (spicy)*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free fried chick'n
Teriyaki Yum Yum
Teriyaki grilled plant-based chick'n, grilled pineapple, sesame garlic cucumbers, edamame, tomato & carrots w/miso tahini drizzle.*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free fried chick'n
Sticky Sesame Chick'n
Classically fried plant-based Sticky Sesame Chick'n w/tomato, pickled carrot, Green beans, scallions & our thick and flavorful Sticky Sesame sauce.*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free fried chick'n
Firecracker Chick'n Bowl
Plant-based grilled chick'n tossed in classic firecracker sauce w/tomato, carrot, seared broccoli, topped w/sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles & sesame drizzle. (Spicy / contains nuts)*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free fried chick'n
Yoga Dragon
Grilled plant-based chick'n tossed in peanut sauce w/black beans, edamame, bean sprouts & carrots w/sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles, cucumber-lime & sriracha drizzle. (spicy / contains nuts)*make this bowl 'gluten free' by subbing protein for cauliflower mix or gluten-free fried chick'n
Buddah Bowl
Roasted cauliflower & brussel sprouts, sesame garlic cucumbers, edamame, tomato, carrots & sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles w/ miso tahini drizzle (gluten free / contains nuts).
Side of Signature Rice
17oz side of our signature rice (contains coconut / soy / gluten-free).
Katsu Cauliflower
Katsu style fried cauliflower w/warm curry sauce, seared broccoli, pickled watermelon radish, tomato, carrots & scallions.
Side of Fried Rice
17oz side of our fried rice (contains soy / gluten-free).
Salad Bowls
Extra Sauces
Extra Sauces
Pick from a variety of sauces below, all served in a side cup.
Chimi Chimi Pow Pow
Egg roll stuffed w/banana & dairy-free nutella, topped w/agave honey & sugary Asian 5 spice.
Fortune Cookies Packaged
Bag of fortunes. Contains 9 yummy Pow Pow fortune cookies.
Green Tea Crunch - Raaka
Toasty green tea, cacao butter, Dominican cacao and crispy puffed quinoa make this comforting adult treat with a nostalgic crunch (gluten free).
Matcha Waffle Cone - Raaka
Crisp gluten-free waffle cone cookie set in our vegan matcha white chocolate (gluten free).
Pink Salt Chocolate Mini - Raaka
A fruity, complex salted dark chocolate to end all salted dark chocolates (gluten free).
Dessert
Drinks
Yuzu Lemonade
16oz cup of cool, yummy, fresh made yuzu lemonade.
Nitro Cold Brew (on tap)
16oz cup of cool, yummy, rich & creamy nitro cold brew on tap.
Cold Brew Palmer
16oz cup of icey house-made lemonade topped w/nitro cold brew from tap.
Cola - Rocky Mountain Soda
12oz bottle of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch cola that is unique yet nostalgic.
Ginger Beer - Rocky Mountain Soda
12oz bottle of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch ginger beer with an unmistakable warm earthiness showcased by a hint of freshness (caffeine free).
Grape - Rocky Mountain Soda
12oz bottle of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch grape has around and robust grape flavor thatmakes it the most grapey soda ever made (caffeine free).
Root Beer - Rocky Mountain Soda
12oz bottle of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch Root Beer has warm vanilla, caramel notes that glide along with a creamy cloud of delicious sassafras flavor (caffeine free).
Prickly Pear - Rocky Mountain Soda
12oz bottle of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch prickly pear to create a refreshingly delicious soda that is unlike anything you have enjoyed before. It is a sophisticated sweetness with a unique flavor.
Orange Cream - Rocky Mountain Soda
12oz bottle of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch Orange Cream takes the lusciously sweet and juicy orange flavor and adds just the right amount of velvety cream to create the perfect balance of classic summertime flavor (caffeine free).
Diet Cola - Rocky Mountain Soda (can)
12oz can of all-natural, faire-trade and small batch diet cola that is unique yet nostalgic.
Pineapple Soda - Jarritos
Watermelon Lime - Culture Pop
12oz can of all-natural probiotic watermelon & lime soda (caffeine free).
Strawberry - Culture Pop
12oz can of all-natural probiotic strawberry & rhubarb soda (caffeine free).
Pink Grapefruit - Culture Pop
12oz can of all-natural probiotic soda with fruity pink grapefruit juice, zingy ginger juice and zesty lime with subtle juniper notes (caffeine free).
Orange Mango - Culture Pop
12oz can of all-natural probiotic orange & mango with chili & lime soda (caffeine free).
Italian Sparkling Blood Orange - SanPellegrino (Can)
Italian Sparkling Limona - SanPellegrino (Can)
Lime Ginger - Nixie Sparkling Water (Can)
Nixie is an unsweetened sparkling water that pairs crisp, sparkling water with an organic, non-GMO, natural lime ginger flavor to provide a delicious taste with no calories and no sweeteners.
Topo Chico Sparlking Mineral Water (12 oz bottle)
12 oz bottle of sparkling mineral water.
Coconut Water - Once Upon
100% Pure Hydration & Electrolytes: Naturally sweet,All NaturalCoconut Water -10.8oz
Still Rainwater (16oz can)
16oz tall boy. From cloud to bottle, youve never tasted still water like this: 100% rainwater, minimally purified to perfection, and sustainably packaged.
Thai Coconut Curry Soup (gluten free)
Rich, creamy, spicy and tangy Thai coconut curry broth w/fresh lemongrass, ginger, mushrooms & Thai red chilis, topped with cilantro (spicy / gluten free).
Garlic Broccoli (gluten free)
Side of roasted broccoli, stir fried in a light garlic sauce. (gluten free)
Crispy Lemon Parm Brussels (gluten free)
Side of crispy brussel sprouts roasted in citrus topped w/ parm (gluten free).
Miso Roasted Sweet Potatoes (gluten free)
Side of sweet potatoes roasted in miso sauce (gluten free).
*NEW* Sweet Garlic Steak & Cucumber (gluten free)
Vietnamese grilled steak (made from mushroom root) w/ sweet rice & cucumber sauce, watermelon radish, sesame garlic cucumbers, red chilis, fried shallots & fresh dill. Served in regular 32oz size bowl only (gluten free).
Buddah Bowl (gluten free)
Roasted cauliflower & brussel sprouts, sesame garlic cucumbers, edamame, tomato, carrots & sriracha cashew-peanut crumbles w/ miso tahini drizzle (gluten free / contains nuts).
Trolley Fries (gluten free)
Hand cut french fries w/kimchi, cashew cheddar sauce, cilantro, Korean ketchup, & togarashi mayo. (gluten Free / contains cashew)
Choo-Choo Chips (gluten free)
Hand cut potatoes with kids ketchup on the side. (gluten free)
Gluten Free Options
Pow Pow Market
Fortune Cookies Packaged (market)
Bag of fortunes. Contains 9 yummy Pow Pow fortune cookies.
Simply Stellar Pretzel Braids
Classic pretzels with a wholesome twist. Simply Stellar pretzel braids are infused with naturally rich vegan butter and sprinkled with the perfect pinch of sea salt. Delicious on their own or paired with your favorite dip. Woman owned.
Maui Monk Pretzel Braids
Loaded with the savory taste of Maui onion and finished with a hint of sweetness, these vegan pretzel braids satisfy crunchy cravings with their irresistible flavor. Woman owned.
Pow Pow Logo T-shirt
The slim cut Pow Pow T-shirt is designed for your modern day plant warrior.