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: high-protein, dairy-free, vegetarian, nut-free, vegan, low-carb, gluten-free, keto, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, heart-healthy, low-fat, mediterranean, diabetic, low-sodium, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, raw-food, carnivore, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
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. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- The Tofu Bao - $9.77: Slow-braised tofu served in fluffy buns topped with pickled greens, cilantro, and peanut sugar. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Bao Zi (Pork & Shrimp) - $5.37: Handmade, huge and fluffy bun stuffed with pork and shrimp filling. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Bao Zi (Veggie) - $4.27: Handmade, huge and fluffy bun stuffed with cabbage and other delicious vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Rice Bowls
- Bao Bei Bowl - $14.17: Minced pork belly, slow-braised and served over rice with pickled greens, cilantro, and braised egg. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tofu Bowl - $14.17: Slow-braised tofu served over rice with pickled greens, cilantro, and braised egg. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pork Chop Bowl - $15.27: Classic Taiwanese fried pork chop dipped in braise, served over rice with braised egg. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Main Courses
- The Big One (XL Fried Chicken) - $11.97: Huge Taiwanese fried chicken slab, seasoned and fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Appetizers
- Spicy Wontons - $7.57: Pork & Shrimp or Veggie wontons with house-made chili oil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- The GOONS - $8.67: Bao Bei Crab Rangoons. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Golden Veggies - $6.47: Medley of fried vegetables including lotus root and eggplant, seasoned and battered. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Fried Tofu Bites - $6.47: Bites of golden fried tofu with house seasoning. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Sesame & Scallion Bread - $8.67: Toasted sesame bread filled with scallion flavor. Order comes with 3. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Cucumber & Wood Ear Salad - $6.47: Refreshing pickled salad with wood-ear mushroom, cucumbers, and garlic. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan
- Pickled Cabbage - $3.17: House made pickled cabbage with radish and carrots. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Braised Egg - $2.07: House made flavorful braised egg. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- Brown Sugar Swirly Buns - $8.67: Handmade brown sugar steamed buns served with sweet condensed milk. Order comes with 3. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Almond Tofu - $6.47: Almond jelly with fruit cocktail. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Mango Sago - $7.57: House made mango juice with mango, tapioca, and pomelo. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Taro Sago - $6.47: Taro flavored dessert with sago pearls. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat
Beverages
- Seasonal Sip (Wintermelon Grass Jelly Tea) - $6.47: House made seasonal drink, currently Wintermelon Grass Jelly Tea or Preserved Lemon Tea.
- Apple Sidra - $4.27: Taiwanese apple soda.