Bar Bao

Name: Bar Bao
Address: 3100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA, United States, 22201
Telephone: (703) 600-0500
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

106 Reviews

$30 and under

Asian

3100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

About this restaurant

Innovative
Great for brunch
Lively

Bar Bao, where East meets West with its creative take on traditional Asian fare, brings an exciting bar and culinary spirit to the heart of Clarendon.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(703) 600-0500
Website
http://barbao.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
3100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
Neighborhood
Arlington
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

Tamarind Shrimp$13.00
Mango Salsa, Spicy Sauce
Wonton Nachos$13.00
Braised Beef, Mozzarella, Cilantro, Sriracha Mayo
Calamari$12.00
Tossed in Sweet Chili Sauce
Wings$11.00
General Tso | Sweet Chili BBQ | Honey Sriracha | Spicy Soy Ginger | Buffalo | Spicy Teriyaki
Tuna Poke Taco
Wonton Shell, Slaw, Tobiko
- (2 Per Order)$10.00
Bulgogi Fries$15.00
Bulgogi Beef, Kimchi, Sriracha Mayo, Mozzarella
Tuna Poke Nachos$15.00
Wonton Nachos, Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Seaweed, Sriracha Mayo, Cilantro
Korean Spiced Tofu$6.00
Gojujung, Sesame
Veggie Eggrolls
Sweet Chili Sauce
- (2 Pcs)$5.00
Wasabi Guacamole & Chips$8.00
Wasabi Infused Guacamole, Wonton Chips
Miso Deviled Eggs$6.00
Miso, Smoked Paprika, Kimchi
Crab Rangoon$7.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
General Tso Cauliflower$12.00
Deep Fried Cauliflower, Scallions, Sesame Seeds
Chicken Lettuce Wraps$9.00
Chicken, Onion, Bell Pepper, Peanut, Cilantro, Scallions
Edamame$8.00
Chili, Lime, Salt
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$10.00
Spicy Ginger Sauce

Bao Buns

1 per order / $4 each

Fried Chicken
Grilled Chicken
Braised Pork Belly
Crispy Pork Belly
Bao Bang Shrimp
BBQ Short Rib
Fried Avocado
Korean Tofu
Bulgogi Cheesesteak
Hong Kong Hot Chicken

Dim Sum

Pork$6.75
Fried | Steamed
Veggie$6.75
Fried | Steamed
Lemon Grass Chicken$6.75
Fried | Steamed
Pork & Shrimp Siu Mai$7.50
Shrimp Siu Mai$7.50
BBQ Pork Bun$7.50

Fried Rice / Lo mein

Add egg for $1.50

Tofu$12.00
Chicken$13.00
Beef$15.00
Bulgogi Kimchi$15.00
Shrimp$16.00
Combo$16.00

Salads

Add protein: Chicken $4 | Shrimp / Beef $7 | Salmon $8

House Salad$8.00
Lettuce, Carrots, Tomatoes, Soy Ginger Vinaigrette
Japanese Seaweed Salad$9.00
Crab, Sriracha Aioli, Sesame Seeds, Panko
Pan Seared Tuna Salad$16.00
Seared Tuna, Spring Mix, Soy Ginger Dressing

Entrees

Hangover Soup (Lao Pho)
Short Rib, Beef Meatball, House Condiments
- Small$9.00
- Large$13.00
General Tso Chicken$15.00
Broccoli, Jasmine Rice
Orange Chicken$15.00
Broccoli, Jasmine Rice
Drunken Noodle$15.00
Beef. Wide Noodle. Chinese Broccoli, Thai Chile
Crispy Beef$15.00
Ginger Sauce, Roasted Pepper, Fried Noodles
Beef & Broccoli$15.00
Beef Stir Fry, Broccoli, Scallion, Jasmine Rice
Seoul Burger$15.00
Korean Bean Sprouts, Caramelized Onions, Thai Basil, Aioli, Romaine, Red Cabbage
Grilled Chicken$17.00
Bok Choy, Jalapeño Aioli, Jasmine Rice
Korean Ribs$17.00
Korean Marinated Beef Ribs, Bok Choy, Jasmine Rice
Grilled Salmon$18.00
Pineapple Oyster Sauce, Bok Choy

Sides

Chinese Broccoli$4.00
Baby Bok Choy$4.00
Jasmine Rice$4.00
Fries$4.00

Dessert

Banana and Nutella Eggroll$7.00
Chocolate Drizzle
Waffle Ice Cream$9.00
Hong Kong Waffle, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Pocky Sticks
Korean Bingsoo$8.00
Shaved Ice, Condensed Milk, Fresh Fruit

Cocktails

Asian Old Fashioned$12.00
Toki Japanese whiskey, Chinese Bitters, Orange Zest
Uzamaki Manhattan$12.00
Toki Japanese Whiskey, Plum Wine, 5 Spice Syrup
Lychee Lotus$10.00
Macchu Pisco, Lychee, Lime
Pen-apple Cream$11.00
Skyy Pineapple Vodka, Pineapple Juice, Peach Liqour, Coconut Lychee Foam
Mochi Paradise$10.00
Captain Morgan Coconut, Pineapple, Ginger Beer, Mochi
Japanese Mule$12.00
Toki whiskey, Chinese Bitters, Lime, Homemade Ginger Beer
Star Dragon$11.00
Apple Brandy, Lime, Pomegranate, Star Anise
Choji's Breakfast$15.00
New Amsterdam Gin, Peach Liqueur, Schochu, Melon, Apple-pepper Syrup (limited availability)
Bao Julep$12.00
Woodford Reserve, Mint
Kama-Sutra$11.00
Belvedere, Mango Purée, Peach, Pineapple Juice
Hidden Samurai$10.00
Hendrick's Gin, Cucumber, Mint Lime

Sake / Soju

Hakushika Tanuki
Dry With A Refreshingly Crisp Finish; Junmai / 150 ml
- Glass$8.00
Kikusui Organic
Medium Bodied / Aromas Of Honeysuckle & Banana / Hints Of Honeydew; Junmai Ginjo
- 300 Ml$32.00
Kikusui
Light And Comfortably Dry / Aromas Of Cantaloupe & Banana / Mandarin Orange Overtones; Junmai Ginjo
- 300 Ml$28.00
Kikusui Funaguchi
Unpasteurized & Undiluted / Rich & Full-Bodied With A Clean Finish / Fruity Finish; Honjozo
- 200 Ml (Can)$12.00
Hana-Kohaka
Mildly Sweet With A Pleasant Citrus Finish; Plum Sake
- 300 Ml$22.00
Hakushika Snow Beauty
Creamy With A Mild Sweetness / Scents Of Mildly Steamed Rice; Nigori
- 300 Ml$22.00
Kikisui Perfect Snow
Unfiltered / Full-Bodied And Mildly Sweet / Crisp Finish; Nigori Genshu
- 300 Ml$26.00
Hakkisan
Lightly Sweet / Crisp & Refreshing; Sparkling Nigori
- 360 Ml$42.00
Born Gold
Medium Bodied / Elegant Aromas Of Green Apple & Peach; Junmai Daiginjo
- 720 Ml$105.00
Apple Chum Churum
Soju
- 375 Ml$13.00
Saan
Soju
- 375 Ml$13.00

Drafts

Unita / Pilsner / UT / 5.3%$7.00
21st Amendment Hell or High / Wheat / CA / 4.9%$7.00
Great Lakes / OH / 9%$8.00
Bells Oberon / Wheat / MI / 5.8%$8.00
Founders All Day IPA / Session IPA / MI / 4.7%$7.00
XX / MEX / 4.7%$6.00
Yuengling / Amber Lager / PA / 4.5%$5.00
Stella Artois / Pale Lager / BE / 5.2%$6.00
Victory Golden Monkey / Belgium Tripel / MEX / 9.5%$9.00
Kirin Ichiban / Lager / JAP / 5%$6.00
Bold Rock Virginia Apple / Cider / NC / 5%$7.00
Guiness / Stout / IRE / 4.2%$8.00
El Guapo / Agave IPA / Norfolk, VA / 7.5%$8.00
Tröegs Perpetual IPA / IPA / PA / 7.5%$8.00
Ballast Point / IPA / CA / 7%$8.00
Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' / Ale / CA / 7.5%$8.00
Sam Adams / Seasonal / MA / 5.3%$7.00
Southerntier / New Skool IPA / NY / 6%$8.00
Anderson Valley / Framboise Rose / CA / 4.2%$7.00

Bottles

Bud Light$5.50
Heineken$6.50
Coors Lite$5.50
Miller Lite$5.50
Budweiser$5.50
Michelob Ultra$5.50
Sapporro Tall Boy$10.00

White Wine

Paul Direder / Grüner Veltliner / Wagram, Austria$8.00
grigio-like, green apple, citrus, white pepper, refreshing
Arios / Alvarinho / Vinho Verde, Portugal$9.00
bright, pear, apricot, banana, lemon zest, crisp
Spirit of Sushi / Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon / Bordeaux, France$9.00
aromatic, green herbs, yellow apple, lemon zest, soft
Antech / Chardonnay / Languedoc, France$11.00
subtle, yellow pear, pineapple, melon, round

Rose

Chateau de Brigue / Cinsault / Grenache Rosé / Provence, France$8.00
crisp, dried strawberry, citrus peel, white pepper, lively

Red Wine

Paul Direder / Zweigelt / Wagram, Austria$8.00
pinot-like, raspberry, cranberry, white pepper, juicy
Chateau Burgozone 'Cote de Danube' / Pinot Noir / Danube Plain, Bulgaria$11.00
Vibrant, black cherry, wild berry, dried herbs, silky
Chevelier Famaey / Malbec / Cotes du Lot, France$9.00
juicy, black raspberry, wild berry jam, dried herbs, silky
Domaine la Ligiere / Grenache / Syrah / Rhône Valley, France$9.00
floral, blueberry, plum, sage, vanilla spice
Fossi / Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Tuscany, Italy$10.00
intense, plum, blackberry, cedar, black pepper, velvety

What 106 people are saying

Bar Bao reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bar Bao offers a lively atmosphere with "delicious bao buns" and a standout "Kama Sutra" mango cocktail. While the "great service" and reasonable prices shine, the ambiance can lean towards a loud bar vibe. Patrons appreciate the "unlimited small plates brunch" and accommodating staff. Ideal for casual dining with friends.

106 Reviews

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MarielaI
Mexico City4 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 20, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was closed, why would open table allow a reservation and confirmation of a venue that is not in operations?
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Richie
Washington DC4 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Nice place, good food. We went for Sunday brunch on Mother's Day. We chose Bar Bao because we figured a lot of moms would be taken to some more conservative places, and hopefully it wouldn't be too mobbed. It wasn't - the restaurant was about 2/3 full. We loved the unlimited small plates brunch with the $2 mimosas. We didn't love the very slow service. A small plate is only a bite or two, and it seemed like we were waiting 10-15 minutes just for a waiter to come back to take an order for the next round of small plates. But the sun was shining, the company was nice, so we were happy. Just wish the service had been quicker.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC16 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Absolutely the worst experience ever. Denied our reservation at first had nothing arranged for us. Understaffed and untrained servers, food took over two hours on Mother’s Day with the restaurant only a quarter full, we paid for food we never got. Stay away!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Washington DC7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to go to bar Bao and have a good time with friends! We always leave planning when we will be back!
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Zakffx
Washington DC6 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 15, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Depends what you want. There was an outside patio which was full of young people having a good time. Food was ok, nothing special. Portions were good. I would not go again
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gaitie
Greensboro15 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 14, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our food and cocktails were delicious and reasonably priced. The service was unexpectedly wonderful- very attentive and accommodating; however, the ambiance was not quite what we’d hoped for. It was more of a late-night bar vibe with loud music, even though it was early on a Friday evening and not at all crowded in the dining section. The bar (in a separate part of the restaurant) was busy and crowded and I understand loud music there, but we wanted to talk while we ate, so it was jarring. Still, the accommodating staff turned the music down at our suggestion, which really helped. Delicious bao buns and great “Kama Sutra” mango cocktail. Definitely worth a visit.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
1.0
Dined on April 9, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
When I made the reservation, there was no warning that the restaurant itself was closed and only the bar side was open. I wish I would have known that when making the reservation. Didn’t end up going, and went to eat somewhere else. On a day where the restaurant is open, this place is great.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Server was nice and food was delicious
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PatienceN
Baltimore1 review
1.0
Dined on February 25, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
They should not have the option of a 9pm reservation time…. I came into the dining area as they were cleaning up for the night crowd. They told me to go to the other side of the bar where it was dark music blasting no servers, no where to sit, no host, no one ordering food, and loud. We came back over to say that no one could seat us and remind them we had a reservation. The server at host stand looks at me and says we can’t do anything about that can not seat us. As we are going to the door to find another place to eat a bartender asked us if we wanted to sit, the servers looked annoyed at this, we sit down and he puts our order in, food took forever and before ANYTHING even came to the table. He sat down a check and stood there until I put in my card to pay. I thought he would leave it there but he’s like I’m sorry I need it right now. I tipped 18% (pretty good for not doing anything or not wanting us there for our reservation) and when counting money with servers I hear them complaining about people who don’t tip 20%. It made us so uncomfortable we left. I’ve never had worst service as this. When you make a reservation and get their promptly (paid for an Uber) and told they can’t seat you or serve you and out of pitty have one employee step up to do the right thing. This was terrible all around. Never spending another dollar and I would like the managers to find out but it seems they were there and did not care at all. And the sushi tasted like it came from the grocery store after the long wait I wouldn’t be surprised if they made a run there. Never again.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a blast, and Adrianne (not sure if that’s his name’s spelling) was great. Very great price point and attention to the guests, we never had to wait for anything.
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Bar Bao does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Bar Bao also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 600-0500.

Bar Bao is rated 4.2 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

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3100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Additional information

Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

Website
http://barbao.com/
Phone number
(703) 600-0500

Bar Bao

About this restaurant

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Snacks to Share

Tamarind Shrimp$13.00

Wonton Nachos$13.00

Calamari$12.00

Wings$11.00

Tuna Poke Taco

Bulgogi Fries$15.00

Tuna Poke Nachos$15.00

Korean Spiced Tofu$6.00

Veggie Eggrolls

Wasabi Guacamole & Chips$8.00

Miso Deviled Eggs$6.00

Crab Rangoon$7.00

General Tso Cauliflower$12.00

Chicken Lettuce Wraps$9.00

Edamame$8.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$10.00

Bao Buns

Fried Chicken

Grilled Chicken

Braised Pork Belly

Crispy Pork Belly

Bao Bang Shrimp

BBQ Short Rib

Fried Avocado

Korean Tofu

Bulgogi Cheesesteak

Hong Kong Hot Chicken

Dim Sum

Pork$6.75

Veggie$6.75

Lemon Grass Chicken$6.75

Pork & Shrimp Siu Mai$7.50

Shrimp Siu Mai$7.50

BBQ Pork Bun$7.50

Fried Rice / Lo mein

Tofu$12.00

Chicken$13.00

Beef$15.00

Bulgogi Kimchi$15.00

Shrimp$16.00

Combo$16.00

Salads

House Salad$8.00

Japanese Seaweed Salad$9.00

Pan Seared Tuna Salad$16.00

Entrees

Hangover Soup (Lao Pho)

General Tso Chicken$15.00

Orange Chicken$15.00

Drunken Noodle$15.00

Crispy Beef$15.00

Beef & Broccoli$15.00

Seoul Burger$15.00

Grilled Chicken$17.00

Korean Ribs$17.00

Grilled Salmon$18.00

Sides

Chinese Broccoli$4.00

Baby Bok Choy$4.00

Jasmine Rice$4.00

Fries$4.00

Dessert

Banana and Nutella Eggroll$7.00

Waffle Ice Cream$9.00

Korean Bingsoo$8.00

Cocktails

Asian Old Fashioned$12.00

Uzamaki Manhattan$12.00

Lychee Lotus$10.00

Pen-apple Cream$11.00

Mochi Paradise$10.00

Japanese Mule$12.00

Star Dragon$11.00

Choji's Breakfast$15.00