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Bao Bei

Modern Chinese small plates and nostalgic Chinatown soul.

Status Opens at 5:30 PM
Rating ★ 4.5 · 1.4k
Area Vancouver
Price $$$
Cuisine Chinese
★ 4.5 · 1,423 reviews Vancouver $$$ Chinese
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Highlights

Known For
Modern Chinese cuisineChinatown social hubVintage-inspired barCreative small plates
  • The menu focuses on elevated and shareable Chinese comfort food.

  • House-made dumplings and pork belly are perennial local favorites.

  • A stylish and nostalgic bar program features inventive Asian-inspired cocktails.

  • The lively and intimate atmosphere makes it a top choice for night out.

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About

A pioneer of the modern Chinatown revival, offering a playful and refined take on traditional Chinese flavors. The intimate, vintage-inspired space is famous for its creative cocktails and shareable plates.

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Ambiance

“Moody, nostalgic, and social with a modern-Chinese pulse.”

IntimateTrendyMoodyUrban
Noise Level Moderate
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Amenities & Options

🌾 Gluten-Free Options
🌱 Vegan Options
🌿 Vegetarian Options
🥡 Takeout
📅 Reservations
🚪 Walk-Ins Welcome
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Popular Items

Pork belly

Pork belly

$35

🍽️

Kick Ass Fried Rice

$26

🍽️

Sablefish

$42

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Location

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Getting Here

🚇 Transit

A 10-minute walk from Main Street-Science World Station (Expo Line) or a 6-minute walk from Stadium-Chinatown Station.

🚗 Parking

No onsite parking. The closest public garage is EasyPark Lot 7 at 180 Keefer Street. Metered street parking is available but scarce.

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