蛋饼 (dàn bǐng) is a popular Chinese street food and breakfast item: a thin, savory pancake made by pouring batter onto a hot griddle, cracking an egg into it, then folding or rolling it up with optional fillings like scallions, cilantro, pickled vegetables, or meat. The character 蛋 means 'egg', and 饼 means 'flat, round food'—often translated as 'pancake', 'cracker', or 'cake' depending on context. Together, they literally mean 'egg pancake', accurately describing both its main ingredient and form.

This dish is commonly sold by vendors in morning markets, school zones, and busy urban streets across mainland China and Taiwan. It’s affordable, portable, and customizable, making it a staple of everyday life—especially for students and office workers grabbing a quick bite before work or class. While similar to Japanese okonomiyaki or Korean pajeon, the Chinese version is typically thinner, simpler, and less batter-heavy.