Cube 55 Food Cart at 55 Lexington Ave brings an affordable Japanese-inspired street-food option to the Baruch College area, with a compact menu centered on crispy chicken cutlets, teriyaki dishes, curry, rice, and savory sauces. The Chicken Cutlet over Rice and Chicken Katsu Curry are the clearest standouts, while chicken and beef teriyaki are also frequently praised choices. Portions are described as generous, and prices generally sit around the budget-friendly $10 range, giving students, workers, and quick-meal seekers solid value.
The appeal comes from simple contrasts: fluffy rice, crisp breaded chicken, tender grilled meat, and sweet-savory teriyaki or creamy-spicy sauces. Small modifications, such as removing sauce or salad, may be accommodated. Verified information on dedicated vegetarian, gluten-free, or children's menus is limited, so diners with dietary requirements should confirm ingredients before ordering. The cart is especially well suited to quick lunches and casual dinners rather than elaborate group dining, although its approachable portions make ordering several meals for a small group easy. Current listings also associate the location with breakfast and brunch service, though its best-documented specialties are lunch and dinner dishes.
Menu Highlights
Chicken Cutlet over Rice - Crispy, juicy breaded chicken meets fluffy rice, typically complemented by teriyaki and spicy mayo. Its satisfying portion and affordable price make it a signature order.
Chicken Katsu Curry - Crunchy chicken cutlet paired with rich Japanese-style curry creates a comforting combination of crisp and saucy textures. It is repeatedly identified among the cart's customer favorites.
Chicken Teriyaki - Tender chicken and sweet-savory teriyaki deliver a straightforward, filling rice-cart classic that receives particularly positive customer mentions.
Beef Teriyaki - Savory beef with glossy teriyaki sauce offers a richer alternative to chicken while retaining the cart's simple, satisfying Japanese-inspired style.
Spicy Chicken - A livelier choice for diners who prefer extra heat, balancing savory chicken with a spicy finish. It is among the prepared chicken dishes highlighted in recent menu coverage.
Chicken Cutlet over Rice - Crispy, juicy breaded chicken meets fluffy rice, typically complemented by teriyaki and spicy mayo. Its satisfying portion and affordable price make it a signature order.
Chicken Katsu Curry - Crunchy chicken cutlet paired with rich Japanese-style curry creates a comforting combination of crisp and saucy textures. It is repeatedly identified among the cart's customer favorites.
Chicken Teriyaki - Tender chicken and sweet-savory teriyaki deliver a straightforward, filling rice-cart classic that receives particularly positive customer mentions.
Beef Teriyaki - Savory beef with glossy teriyaki sauce offers a richer alternative to chicken while retaining the cart's simple, satisfying Japanese-inspired style.
Spicy Chicken - A livelier choice for diners who prefer extra heat, balancing savory chicken with a spicy finish. It is among the prepared chicken dishes highlighted in recent menu coverage.
