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Caught between two stools - traditional Chinese VS Asian fusion
Service: Warm welcome and consistently service from friendly and attentive staff. Summary: Trying hard to infuse new ideas into well-established flavour profiles/dishes that may be interesting on the first bite, but a bit tiresome, mostly confusing for a Chinese myself. On the Michelin guide this restaurant has been presented as a Chinese/Taiwanese place which is NOT true. Flavour: A bit on the heavy side with over-the-top saltiness/spiciness, it would be healthier and familiar if the chef pays tribute to Chinese cuisine without trying too hard.
Be the first to ReplyBig disappointment
Very Americanized Chinese cuisine. We took the chef's menu at 65. Very expensive menu without dessert with, among other things, not really refined appetizers, chicken wings seasoned with minced pepper, tartar mixture with lukewarm marrow bones therefore difficult to eat served with a small spoon for 2, dim sum (3 pork, 3 seafood) with the dough falling apart and to finish a big bowl of rice with pieces of pumpkin and small raw shrimp. In conclusion it wasn't bad but unfortunately it's not the Chinese cuisine we were hoping for. The restaurant was crowded and very popular with Canadians with a waiting list for tables. As a result, the service was prompt and we had dinner in 30 minutes. Another disappointment for the setting with stools whose fabric seats were shabby and if you look up, the air conditioning grills near the bar have not been cleaned for some time and had black streaks. We regretted our choice of restaurant and took no pleasure in dining in this restaurant.
Be the first to ReplyCrowded but friendly
Bao Bei offers a delightful fusion of Asian flavors that tantalize the taste buds and leave you craving for more. The service here is impeccable, with attentive staff who ensure a memorable dining experience. However, the only downside is the proximity of the tables, which can make it feel a bit cramped. Despite this, the friendly atmosphere encourages lively conversations and adds to the charm of the place.
Be the first to ReplyMixed review
Bao Bei has been around for quite awhile, but never got around to trying it until this December. When it first opened, it was popular because it was a new take on Chinese food, but after all this time, it's not a unique concept. We arrived at open, so it wasn't busy, and were immediately seated. It's a small, dark space, so great for a more intimate date setting. We looked over the menu and tried the following: - Crispy Chicken Thighs - Good. Have certainly had similar dishes before, so nothing standout, but a solid dish still. - Lamb Potstickers - Very good. I normally don't like lamb, but I liked these. Really deft handwork to make these. Memorable. - Skirt Steak - OK. Steak was fine, but I didn't feel the ingredients came together for me. Felt more like leftovers thrown on top without much thought to purpose. - Taiwanese Cauliflower - Very good. Probably the surprise dish for the night. Wasn't expecting too much, but this came through as the most unique and best made dish of the nighit. - Sticky Rice Cakes - Bad. The one dish I wish I never ordered. Already mushy, the sauce made the overall texture even worse. Also too salty. Service was OK. Friendly and attentive enough, so no complaints. Overall, I thought the food was too inconsistent to really appreciate it overall. I liked the lamb potstickers and Taiwanese cauliflower, but thought the rice cakes were terrible and everything else was sort of average. As for as concept goes, it's not that original. The only thing going for it is that Chinatown doesn't have many good Chinese restaurants anymore, so this place might pass as the next best option in the area.
Be the first to ReplyAmazing veggie food!
Ate here with friends in August 2023, some of the best food on our trip to Canada! Amazing service, great vibes in the restaurant and good selection of food for us all. The tofu was so great we ordered it again! Highly recommend
Be the first to ReplyStellar food and service
A friend back home told us about this great small restaurant in Chinatown and we booked a spot right at opening. Oh my. Fabulous food, wonderful staff, really great!
Be the first to ReplyDelicious Food
I would had given this restaurant a 5 rating if it wasn't for the unwelcome experience we had with the Maitre d' PROS The food was delicious, the service was excellent and I liked how you can see a clean kitchen with the cooks preparing the meals. I enjoyed their special drinks too. CONS: The Maitre D . We arrived 5 minutes before opening time and were the first customers coming to an empty restaurant. The Maitre D asked us to wait outside in the heat in a very unwelcome manner. We waited outside and the weather was very hot. When the Maitre d said that we could come in, I asked to be seated in their coolest area of the restaurant. The Maitre D acted annoyed and asked us to seat in the farthest area from the air conditioner. It felt warm there. When I went to use the bathroom at the end of the restaurant, I realized that the back is the coldest area, but it was too late for me to make changes as other customers were seating there. To the restaurant management: Please train this Maitre d to be kinder and more welcome. Your food is delicious, the rest of the staff is wonderful.
Be the first to ReplyUniquely Delicious
Bao Bei lives up to its reputation as an inventive, scrumptious dining experience. Cocktails โ like the huge pina colada & aperol spritz โ were a great start. Every kind of tofu we tried was delicious. Chicken wings & killer fried rice were favorites. Our server advised us well. Be sure to make a reservation for this unique and popular place.
Be the first to ReplyA disappointing meal at Bao Bei
This is supposed to be โunique takes on classic Chinese cuisineโ in a โCompact, stylish Chinatown spaceโ not an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet, so set your quantity expectations accordingly. (We went with the promise of small plates of โplayful, creativeโ food. We had the Chefs Choice menu and were sadly underwhelmed. Our "Schnaks" were: Eggplant with ginger, Bean curd with mushroom, and Crispy Tofu with a delicious garlic sweet soy sauce. Everything tasted better once dunked in that sauce, it was the highlight of the night. It made all three dishes better. Next up was Pork with Ramp Dumplings and Crab Prawn Dumplings accompanied by a Vinegar sauce. Perfectly adequate but uninspired, certainly not โinventive and fun.โ The black bean bok choy with spicy peanuts arrived next. Tough to keep peanuts on bok choy, but it was tasty. This was followed by Laksa marinated chicken wings with turmeric mayo and Thai chilis. While the chilis were actually spicy, the wings themselves while physically hot, were plain and not crispy enough for our liking. The mantou buns filled with braised hoisin pork, miso serrano aioli, turmeric dill kohlrabi and the Halibut with zucchini, lobster broth, and fennel seed oil... were both bland, not โpositively irresistible.โ The Halibut flavours were so subtle, I felt it needed spice. I added a few remaining chillis from the chicken wings, brightening it up on my tongue. With a chef's menu, timing is key. Our plates were seemingly rushed out on a conveyor, we were finished in 1 hour. In addition to the disappointing meal, we were annoyed by the space itself. The dining room is loud and the kitchen itself was also loud. Our table was directly in front of the kitchen window, which meant we heard every order yelled out. Every... single... order... was yelled towards our table. Why? Why this layout? Why not yell the orders INTO the kitchen Chef Joรซl Watanabe, instead of at the diners? It boggles the mind. We did not get to try the "kick-ass fried rice," though we fear it would over-promise and under-deliver like the rest of our meal did, to us at least.
Be the first to ReplyTerrific Asian fusion restaurant
Terrific little Asian fusion restaurant. Very contemporary vibe. French and Indian influences, but Chinese at its core. We shared four dishes, three vegetarian, one pescatarian. Plus a couple of lagers that went perfectly with the food. Only one I wouldnโt request again would be the small rice cakes. Everything else was stupendous.
Be the first to ReplyBetter than average Chinese cuisine in a fun spot
Great find in Chinatown. It's sort of legendary, which makes me wary, but it lives up to the hype. The owners were happy to reseat us after we were stuck next to a really overbearing guest, which we are grateful for. And the potstickers and dumplings and shao bing (flatbread with lamb, green beans and chillis) were all satisfying. Very fun urban ambience.
Be the first to ReplyInteresting and different
We found this place after a walk around china town, not the easiest place to find, very busy but they managed to find us a table. It had plenty of atmosphere, noisy and dark, great for a group, but not so for couples. Food was unusual, different and interesting, portions were not big so not the place for someone with an appetite more fine dining without the table cloths, and attention to detail. Y can of beer was left on the table. So if you are looking for something different give it a try
Be the first to ReplyExcellent
Excellent cocktails, food and service. Bartender Jason was outstanding- friendly and helpful. He suggested what to order and made us creative cocktails based on our preferences. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend it.
Be the first to Replywonderful food - get there early
A favourite place in Vancouver's Chinatown, Always innovative and delicious. The Burmese Tofu dish was sensational as was the lamb dish on sesame flat bread. Terrific cocktails as well.
Be the first to ReplyAmazing!!
Very, very fresh food. All I can say is go with the recommendations for the specials. Never had Chinese food like it and doubt I ever will. We were stunned by how good it was. Genuinely. Not really much more that I can add. Great service as well
Be the first to ReplyGreat for Dumplings
This place is great for dumplings, but I did find the service a little inattentive. The restaurant was pretty busy so it is understandable. Overall a good experience and I would recommend.
Be the first to ReplyWonderful, as always
Bao Bei is serving some of the tastiest food in the city, with some of the best cocktails, in a fun environment with a great team. We visit Vancouver a few times a year and always make sure to include a visit here, and have never been disappointed. Thank you Bao Bei, we love you!
Be the first to ReplyDisappointed
After much anticipation we were quite disappointed with our dinner. Our server forgot 2 out of the 5 dishes we ordered. None of the dishes had a wow factor. The dumplings were ok, the pork and lamb were both average as well. Portions are definitely on the smaller side. Not enough variety on the menu to warrant a second visit.
Be the first to ReplyTerrible experience
Unfortunately, the unfriendly and rude hostesses have changed my opinion of what used to be one of my fav places. Itโs unfortunate - they need a change in management and front of house.
Be the first to ReplyPerfect food
Perfect! Visited with my fiancรฉe on our first night in Vancouver. 100% recommended, especially the pork and shrimp wontons!!
Be the first to ReplyCreative with amazing flavours!
Went here for dinner and we loved this place! Amazing cocktails (really good bartender) and creative small plates that were all great tasting. The standout dish for us was the king pea tips (10/10).
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