Bar Bao Menu
Introducing Bar Bao: Nestled in the heart of Arlington, VA, Bar Bao offers a vibrant blend of Asian Fusion delights. Renowned for its bao buns, the menu features an array of options like Fried Chicken and BBQ Short Rib Bao, all delightful and priced around $8. The restaurant’s atmosphere is a perfect mix of casual and trendy, making it suitable for everything from lunch to late-night gatherings.
For those craving hearty meals, their Lo Mein selections include Veggie, Chicken, and Shrimp varieties. Each dish is crafted with freshly stir-fried egg noodles and vibrant vegetables, ensuring a fulfilling experience.
Don’t miss their dessert offerings, such as the Banana and Nutella Egg Roll. With happy hour specials, free Wi-Fi, and a friendly staff, Bar Bao entices patrons to enjoy great food in a lively setting. Whether you're dining in or taking out, it's an experience worth savoring.
Brunch Sandwiches
Bulgogi Cheese Steak Sandwich Brunch
Bulgogi, kimchee and mozzarella.
Banh Mi Brunch
Braised pork belly, pickled carrots and hoisin.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich Brunch
Provolone, Thai basil aioli and fries.
2 Pieces Fried Chicken Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Grilled Chicken Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Grilled Pork Belly Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Braised Pork Belly Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Crispy Pork Belly Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Shrimp Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces BBQ Short Rib Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Fried Avocado Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Korean Tofu Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Bulgogi Cheese Steak Bao Buns Brunch
2 Pieces Crab Cake Bao Buns Brunch
Brunch Bao Buns
Brunch Bao Nedicts
Fried Chicken Brunch
Classic Pork Belly Brunch
BBQ Short Rib Brunch
Bao Bang Shrimp Brunch
Fried Avocado Brunch
Calamari Brunch
Korean Tofu Brunch
Bulgogi Cheese Steak Brunch
Egg Omelet Brunch
Served with sweet chili sauce.
Brunch Egg Banh Xeo
Brunch A La Carte
Quick Two Egg Breakfast Brunch
2 eggs hard fried, jasmine rice, soy sauce and kimchi. Gluten free.
Lao Pho Hangover Soup Brunch
Oxtail, short rib, beef meatball and house condiments. Gluten free.
Fried Chicken and Waffles Brunch
Caramelized sweet chili and Hong Kong waffle.
Morning Bulgogi Fries Brunch
Short rib beef, kimchi, sriracha mayo and two eggs.
Bulgogi Breakfast Cheese Steak Brunch
Beef, kimchi, mozzarella and fried egg.
Crispy Beef Brunch
Ginger sauce, fried egg noodle and two eggs anyway.
Braised Pork Bowl Brunch
Braised pork, bok choy and jasmine rice. Gluten free.
Bulgogi Bowl Brunch
Bulgogi and kimchi. Topped with two fried eggs. Gluten free.
Orange Chicken Bowl Brunch
Orange ginger sauce and vegetables. Topped with two fried eggs.
Chicken Curry Bowl Brunch
Coconut curry and mixed vegetables. Topped with two fried eggs. Gluten free.
General Souls Bowl Brunch
Chicken, sweet, sour sauce and broccoli. Topped with two fried eggs.
Brunch Bowls
Brunch Sides
Chinese Broccoli Brunch
Gluten free.
Baby Bok Choy Brunch
Gluten free.
Jasmine Rice Brunch
Gluten free.
Korean Spiced Tofu Brunch
Gluten free.
Home Fries Brunch
Gluten free.
Kohlrabi Salad
Served with orange sesame dressing, tomato and orange slices.
Watermelon Poke Salad
Served with poke dressing, bell pepper and mozzarella.
House Salad
Mix greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots and Sesame dressing
Japanese Seaweed Salad
Boston lettuce, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens and shiro dashi vinaigrette.
Been Sprout Salad
Nuk mam sauce, mix greens, oranges and candied walnuts.
Salads
Bao Buns
JFC Bao Bun
Fried chicken, Japanese chili glaze and cucumber.
Shrimp Tempura Bao Bun
Bang bang sauce and red coleslaw.
Fried Tofu Bao Bun
Japanese chili glaze.
Short Rib Bao Bun
Braised short rib and eel sauce.
Braised Pork Belly Bao Bun
Cucumber and hoison sauce.
Cauliflower Bao Bun
Hong Kong sauce, ranch and pickle.
Bulgogi Cheesesteak Bao Bun
Kimchi, mozzarella and bulgogi.
Hong Kong Chicken Bao Bun
Hong Kong sauced, pickle and ranch.
Grilled Chicken Bao Buns
Fried Chicken Bao Buns
Grilled Pork Belly Bao Buns
Crispy Pork Belly Bao Buns
Fried Avocado Bao Buns
Crab Cake Bao Buns
Shrimp Tempura Bao
Bang bang sauce
Bulgogi Cheese steak Bao
Bulgogi, Mozzarella, Kimchi
Hangover Soup
Lao pho. Short rib, rice noodles, beef meatballs and house condiments. Gluten free.
General Tso Chicken
Broccoli, onions and jasmine rice.
Drunken Noodle
Beef, wide rice noodles, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and Thai chili.
Crispy Beef
onions, bell peppers, broccoli and spicy soy ginger. served over white rice
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Asian slaw, Japanese chili glaze and lettuce.
Sesame Poke Bowl
Sesame marinated tuna, avocados, seaweed salad, cucumbers, pickled carrots, tobiko, togarash, furikake and rice.
Grilled Salmon
Pineapple oyster sauce and bok choy. Gluten free.
Chili Basil Stir Fry
Onions, bell peppers, basil & chili with choice of protein; served over steamed rice
Entrees
Snacks To Share
Wonton Nachos
Braised short rib, bell peppers, onions, jalapenos, mozzarella and spicy mayo.
Calamari
Tossed in sweet chili sauce.
Wings
Chicken Lettuce Wrap
Chicken, onions, bell peppers, cilantro, scallions and peanuts.
Bulgogi Fries
Bulgogi beef, kimchi, mozzarella and spicy mayo.
Tuna Nachos
Wonton chips, fresh tuna, avocado, cilantro, tobiko, poke sauce and spicy mayo.
2 Piece Veggie Egg Roll
Served with sweet chili sauce.
Crab Rangoon
Served with sweet chili sauce.
Edamame
Togorachi, salt and furikake seasoning.
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Sweet chili, crispy shallots and sesame seeds.
3 Pieces Tuna Poke Taco
Wonton shell, slaw and tobiko.
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Lemongrass, ginger and curry peanut sauce. Gluten free.
Grilled Sliced NY Strip
Sweet sour spicy dipping sauce. Gluten free.
Korean Spiced Tofu
Gochujang, sesame. Gluten free.
Pho Dog
Thai basil, hoisin, sriracha and crispy onion.
Pho Roll
Beef, thai basil, hoisin and rice paper.
Tamarind Shrimp
Mango salsa and spicy sauce.
Pork Dim Sum
Veggie Dim Sum
Chicken Dim Sum
Lemongrass Chicken Dim Sum
Pork and Shrimp Siu Mai
Shrimp Siu Mai
BBQ Pork Bun
Lemon grass Chicken
Dim Sum
Lo Mein
Veggie Lo Mein
Served with stir fried egg noodles and vegetables.
Chicken Lo Mein
Seerved with stir fried egg noodles, vegetables and chicken.
Beef Lo Mein
Served with stir fried egg noodles, vegetables and short rib.
Shrimp Lo Mein
Served with stir fried egg noodles, vegetables and shrimp.
Combo Lo Mein
Served with stir fried egg noodles, vegetables and assorted meats.
California Roll
Crab stick, avocado, cucumber and tobiko.
Spicy Crunchy Tuna Roll
Spicy tuna, avocado, cilantro and tempura flakes.
Spicy Crunchy Salmon Roll
Spicy salmon, avocado, cucumber and tempura flakes.
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Shrimp tempura, cucumber, spicy mayo and scallion.
Spider Roll
Soft shell crab, avocado, cucumber, tobiko, eel sauce and spicy mayo.
Poke Roll
Tuna, avocado, cucumber, tobiko and poke sauce.
Bar Bao Roll
Shrimp tempura, cucumber, tobiko, topped with crab stick, seared mayo and eel sauce.
Tuna
Salmon
Sushi
Fried Rice
Veggie Fried Rice
Served with white rice, vegetables, soy sauce, eggs, peas, carrots and green onions.
Chicken Fried Rice
Served with white rice, chicken, soy sauce, eggs, peas, carrots and green onions.
Beef Fried Rice
Served with white rice, rib, soy sauce, eggs, peas, carrots and green onions.
Shrimp Fried Rice
Served with white rice, shrimp, soy sauce, eggs, peas, carrots and green onions.
Combo Fried Rice
Served with white rice, soy sauce, eggs, peas, carrots and green onions.
Chinese Broccoli
Gluten free.
Baby Bok Choy
Gluten free.
Jasmine Rice
Gluten free.
Fries
Gluten free.
Sides
Dessert
Banana and Nutella Egg Roll
Korean Bingsoo
Shaved ice, condensed milk, fresh fruit and chocolate drizzle. Gluten free.
Waffle Ice Cream
Hong Kong waffle, seasonal fresh fruit and pocky sticks.