From Jersey City to the Flavor Map: The Fusion Behind Our Bowls
At Daikon Carrot, we don’t do boring bowls. We do bowls that bang—with flavor, color, crunch, and comfort. Our menu is a love letter to modern Asian fusion, inspired by street food stalls, grandma’s kitchens, and midnight cravings across Vietnam, Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, and Japan. Let’s take a stroll through the flavors behind your favorite build-your-own bowl.
🌏 The Flavor Map: Southeast Asia Meets Jersey City
We take the best of different cuisines and remix them into something bold and fast-casual—without watering it down.
From Vietnam, we borrow bright herbs, savory grilled meats, and tangy sauces like our Viet Vinaigrette (nước chấm)—a citrusy, umami-packed dressing that’s perfect on rice and noodles.
From Korea, we bring in bold, marinated flavors like our bulgogi beef and spicy elements that hit just right (see: Korean Street Fries).
From the Philippines, we’re inspired by citrusy flavors like calamansi, the star of our vegan Calamansi Vinaigrette—perfect for lettuce bowls.
From Thailand, we take creamy, nutty flavor bombs like our Thai Peanut Sauce, which pairs beautifully with tofu or grilled chicken.
And from Japan, we honor comfort and simplicity with our warm, savory Miso Soup, a sidekick to any meal that deserves a little umami hug.
It’s not traditional. It’s not tied to one cuisine. It’s Daikon Carrot style—fresh, bold, craveable, and flexible.
🥬 Build It How You Like It
Start with your base:
Jasmine Rice (classic comfort)
Vermicelli Noodles (light and springy)
Lettuce (crisp and refreshing)
Pick your protein:
Grilled Lemongrass Pork
Grilled Lemongrass Chicken
Grilled Lemongrass Beef
Bulgogi Beef
Fried Tofu (vegan & mighty)
Add in our house-pickled veggies, fresh herbs, cucumbers, and sauce it up.
🥕 The Pickle That Packs a Punch
Our Daikon Carrot Pickled Medley isn’t just there for color—it’s crunchy, tangy, and naturally fermented for probiotic benefits. It helps balance rich proteins and adds a refreshing snap to every bite. Gut health never tasted so good.
🧄 Real Marinades, Real Flavor
We take major pride in our marinades. Every batch starts with fresh garlic, chopped shallots, and real ginger—no shortcuts, no powdered nonsense. That’s why our grilled proteins are packed with flavor, even before they hit the heat.
🥣 Vegan? We Got You
No fish sauce? No problem.
For our plant-based fam, we’ve got:
Calamansi Vinaigrette (Filipino-inspired, citrusy & bright)
Thai Peanut Sauce (creamy, savory, just a lil sweet)
Both are 100% vegan and 100% crave-worthy.
🥢 It’s Not Just a Meal—It’s a Mini Escape
Whether you’re on a quick lunch break or treating yourself after a long day, Daikon Carrot bowls bring you a mix of bold flavors, comforting ingredients, and global inspiration. We're proud to bring modern Asian fusion to Jersey City—thoughtfully made, from scratch, every time.
📸 Got a favorite combo?
Tag us on Instagram @daikoncarrotgrill—we want to see how you build your bowl. Bonus points for daring sauce combos and extra pickles.