Our Favorite Dishes of the Year in the DC Area — Washingtonian

Our Favorite Dishes of the Year in the DC Area — Washingtonian

Washingtonian named Bao Bei's Bao Bei Bowl one of its favorite dishes of 2025, calling out the braised pork over rice with pickled mustard greens and cilantro that balance the rich, star-anise-scented pork belly. It's a well-earned nod for a dish that captures what Bao Bei does best: bold, comforting Taiwanese flavors in a fast-casual format.

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The Great Food Truck Race Season 17 — Food Network

The Great Food Truck Race Season 17 — Food Network

Bao Bei hit the road on national TV, competing on Food Network's The Great Food Truck Race. Catch the season to see how the team represented Taiwanese street food on one of the biggest stages in mobile dining.

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North Bethesda Ghost Kitchen Lands on Food Network — Moco360

North Bethesda Ghost Kitchen Lands on Food Network — Moco360

Moco360 dug into Bao Bei's ghost kitchen model in North Bethesda, spotlighting how the concept built a loyal following without a traditional storefront. A local look at a national TV moment.

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Good Day DC Visits Bao Bei — Fox 5 DC

Good Day DC Visits Bao Bei — Fox 5 DC

Fox 5's Good Day DC stopped by to feature Bao Bei live on air, giving viewers a taste of the menu and the story behind the brand. A fun, fast-paced introduction for anyone who hasn't tried it yet.

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Top 10 Best D.C. Casual Restaurants — The Washington Post

Top 10 Best D.C. Casual Restaurants — The Washington Post

The Washington Post named Bao Bei among its picks for D.C.'s best casual dining, recognizing the restaurant's approachable vibe and standout flavors. High praise from one of the region's most trusted food critics.

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Top 12 Favorite Fall Comfort Food — Washingtonian

Top 12 Favorite Fall Comfort Food — Washingtonian

Washingtonian rounded up the DC area's coziest fall dishes, with Bao Bei earning a spot on the list. Proof that comfort food comes in plenty of forms, including Taiwanese street food classics.

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The DC Area's Best "Hidden Gem" Restaurants — Washingtonian

The DC Area's Best "Hidden Gem" Restaurants — Washingtonian

Washingtonian's hidden gem roundup called out Bao Bei as a spot worth seeking out, even if it's flying under the radar for some diners. A well-earned nod for a restaurant built on word of mouth.

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The Melting Wok: The Boba Generation — WHYNOT WAINAO

The Melting Wok: The Boba Generation — WHYNOT WAINAO

WHYNOT WAINAO explored Bao Bei's connection to the rise of boba culture and how the brand blends tradition with the tastes of a new generation. A deeper cultural look at what's behind the menu.

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The Story of Bao Bei — The Washington Post

The Story of Bao Bei — The Washington Post

The Washington Post told the origin story of Bao Bei, tracing how it came together and what drives the concept. An inside look at the people and passion behind the food.

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Amazing Taiwanese Street Food — Bethesda Magazine

Amazing Taiwanese Street Food — Bethesda Magazine

Bethesda Magazine highlighted Bao Bei as a go-to destination for authentic Taiwanese street food in the area. An early feature that helped put the restaurant on local diners' radar.

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