What to order at Bao Bei

Must order
Shao bing pork belly bun with the spicy peanut noodles.
Signature dishes
Shao bing pork belly, Spicy peanut noodles
Editor tip
No reservations; the bar walks in from 17:30. Sunday evening is the easier seat.
CuisineCantonese
Price$$$
Neighborhoodchinatown
HoursWed-Sun 17:30-22:30, closed Mon-Tue
Last verified

Signature dishes: Shao bing pork belly, Spicy peanut noodles

Must order: Shao bing pork belly bun with the spicy peanut noodles.

Tip: No reservations; the bar walks in from 17:30. Sunday evening is the easier seat.

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Address: 163 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X3

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