Bao Bei – Chinese
Steaming baskets of pillowy bao and silky, chili-slicked wontons take center stage at this vibrant eatery, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of ginger and toasted sesame. The experience balances the satisfying crunch of golden, oversized fried chicken with the comfort of hearty rice bowls, offering a playful yet refined celebration of bold, soul-warming flavors.
NY 12015 Rockville Pike, Rockville MD https://baobei.menu/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Bao Bei
Dairy-Free at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Golden Veggies, Sesame & Scallion Bread and Bao Zi (Veggie). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Cabbage, Mango Sago and Braised Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tofu Bowl, Golden Veggies and Sesame & Scallion Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pickled Cabbage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pickled Cabbage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pickled Cabbage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Golden Veggies, Sesame & Scallion Bread and Bao Zi (Veggie). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bao Bei
Bao Bei in Rockville has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Golden Veggies, Sesame & Scallion Bread and Bao Zi (Veggie). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bao Bei
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Chop Bowl | 12 g | 23.3 g |
| Tofu Bowl | 43.4 g | 18.7 g |
| Fried Tofu Bites | 47.6 g | 11 g |
| Mango Sago | 70.5 g | 10.2 g |
| Cucumber & Wood Ear Salad | 34 g | 6 g |
| The Tofu Bao | 21.2 g | 3.1 g |
| Pickled Cabbage | 1.5 g | 0.6 g |
| Almond Tofu | 3.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Apple Sidra | 8.3 g | 0.1 g |
| The Big One (XL Fried Chicken) | 21.1 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the tender pizzas and the kitchen's clear pride in their craft, noting that every dish is prepared with care. Praised for its relaxed vibe and pleasant atmosphere, the space offers a perfect setting for a satisfying meal. Reviewers frequently highlight the professional and timely service, ensuring a seamless dining experience from start to finish.
Menu
The Baos
- Bao Bei Bao - $9.77: Melt-in-your-mouth pork belly, pickled greens, and peanut sugar stuffed in a fluffy handmade bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Tofu Bao - $9.77: Slow-braised tofu served in fluffy buns topped with pickled greens, cilantro, and peanut sugar. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bao Zi (Pork & Shrimp) - $5.37: Handmade, huge and fluffy bun stuffed with pork and shrimp filling. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bao Zi (Veggie) - $4.27: Handmade, huge and fluffy bun stuffed with cabbage and other delicious vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls
- Bao Bei Bowl - $14.17: Minced pork belly, slow-braised and served over rice with pickled greens, cilantro, and braised egg. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Bowl - $14.17: Slow-braised tofu served over rice with pickled greens, cilantro, and braised egg. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Bowl - $15.27: Classic Taiwanese fried pork chop dipped in braise, served over rice with braised egg. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- The Big One (XL Fried Chicken) - $11.97: Huge Taiwanese fried chicken slab, seasoned and fried. Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Spicy Wontons - $7.57: Pork & Shrimp or Veggie wontons with house-made chili oil. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The GOONS - $8.67: Bao Bei Crab Rangoons. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Golden Veggies - $6.47: Medley of fried vegetables including lotus root and eggplant, seasoned and battered. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tofu Bites - $6.47: Bites of golden fried tofu with house seasoning. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame & Scallion Bread - $8.67: Toasted sesame bread filled with scallion flavor. Order comes with 3. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber & Wood Ear Salad - $6.47: Refreshing pickled salad with wood-ear mushroom, cucumbers, and garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Cabbage - $3.17: House made pickled cabbage with radish and carrots. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Egg - $2.07: House made flavorful braised egg. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Brown Sugar Swirly Buns - $8.67: Handmade brown sugar steamed buns served with sweet condensed milk. Order comes with 3. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Almond Tofu - $6.47: Almond jelly with fruit cocktail. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Mango Sago - $7.57: House made mango juice with mango, tapioca, and pomelo. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Taro Sago - $6.47: Taro flavored dessert with sago pearls. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Seasonal Sip (Wintermelon Grass Jelly Tea) - $6.47: House made seasonal drink, currently Wintermelon Grass Jelly Tea or Preserved Lemon Tea. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple Sidra - $4.27: Taiwanese apple soda. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Bao Bei
- Is Bao Bei dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bao Bei has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Golden Veggies, Sesame & Scallion Bread and Bao Zi (Veggie).
- What can I eat at Bao Bei on a dairy-free diet?
- Golden Veggies, Sesame & Scallion Bread and Bao Zi (Veggie) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bao Bei have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Golden Veggies and Sesame & Scallion Bread.
- Is Bao Bei gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bao Bei?
- Pork Chop Bowl, at roughly 23.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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