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    Baobing Bar

    3.9 (56 reviews)
    ModerateTaiwanese
    Closed 4:30 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Chili Crunch
    Krista Y.

    This takeout window connected to Duck, Duck, Goat has such fun soft serve sundaes. Chili crisp on ice cream trended years back in China, but this is still the only spot I know of in Chicago that hopped on the trend. Although I enjoy all of the ice cream options here, I'm partial to The Mango and The Chili Crunch. Sometimes it feels like Chicago is surprisingly lacking in fun ice cream flavors compared to other major cities, so this is a breath of fresh air. The sundaes are pretty expensive at $12 each, but each one can feed almost 2 people. There's a small patio right next to the takeout window where you can eat. Personally, I've never ordered dinner from here because the prices are insane, but if you enjoy eating at Duck, Duck, Goat, I think this is a great way to pick up some quick takeout and dessert.

    Patio area
    Gloria N.

    One of the few places I've ever seen served ice cream with chili oil so I had to try!! I ordered the chili crunch. It is a vanilla soft serve with chili oil crunch on top with dried strawberries, cilantro, and 13 spice wonton chips. It was definitely an experience to eat it as it's both savory and sweet. I did like the crunch in the chili oil crunch and the 13 spice wonton chips as it added a nice crunchy texture. It's definitely not for everyone so if you're up to try something new, I would recommend! Ordering is on the side of the building and the chili crunch came out fast! The little patio outside was nice to enjoy my sweet treat.

    Sarina Z.

    A takeout only spot right outside/connected to Duck Duck Goat. They have a window to order and patio seating. If you ask nicely they'll let you sample the soft serve before ordering, if you're hesitant about the tamari flavor like we were! Ended up getting The Mango, The Guava, and the chocolate baos. The sundae portions were huge but unfortunately fell short and were extremely mid. The baos are not really baos either, more of a donut/beignet situation.

    Mariam M.

    LITERALLY THE BEST ICE CREAM IVE HAD IN CHICAGO! Love the outdoor seating and the area that it's located. The ice cream is so so creamy and the portion is pretty generous too. Can't wait to come back.

    Steve B.

    If you have not tried Baobing Bar stop what you are doing and go! My gf and went and tried this spot and it was exactly what we needed as well as anyone in the need of some soft serve with flavor! We got, The Mango and The Chili Crunch! Both of these were not like anything we have tried at any other place in the city! The mango was crisp and fresh! The Chili Crunch has some much flavor and the heat from the chili and the soft serve really went well with one another that you wanna keep having more it! Baobing Bar is a Chicagos Must have this summer!

    Chili Crunch ice cream
    Melanie T.

    The chili crunch ice cream was a rollercoaster of flavor and texture and emotions! I'd recommend it for anyone feeling adventurous. It's not exactly what I'd recommend if you're really craving ice cream because it's such a unique experience. Satisfying for your curiosity but not necessarily your sweet tooth since it's so savory! It's actually quite large so I'm glad I shared it with my partner. Definitely recommend sharing it with someone. The outdoor patio is so cute! Fun and interesting mural and cute lighting. Great spot to stop by on a summer evening to grab some dessert and catch up with a friend. I definitely want to come back to try their other unique ice cream!

    Hannah H.

    Baobing Bar is a cocktail shop that is brought to you by Chef Izard, for all you Girl & The Goat fans. The menu includes various apps and shareables, soup, fried rice, noodles, entrees, sides, drinks, and desserts. A group of us came here for some post-dinner 'snacking', and we ordered: +the Peking Duck - served with mandarin pancakes, pickles, and garnishes - make sure you call in advance to reserve, as there are only a few available each each evening; we would have loved to have more of the crispy skin and offering more of the pancakes would have been nice +Jiaozi - filled with beef short ribs and bone marrow; this had an 'iron-y' taste to it +Xiao Long Bao - duck and goat soup dumplings; this was a little too gamey for my taste +Scallion Pancakes - served with shiitake slaw and hoisin sauce; we weren't fans of the slaw as it was too woody/vinegary +Crab Rangoon - served with charred pineapples; these were what I was the most excited for, but they came out soggy +Veggie Spring Rolls - with sesame horseradish aioli; the fillings made this super soggy and mushy +Duck & Goat Spring Rolls - with hot mustard and charred pineapples +Duck Hearts - wood-fried and served with a sesame horseradish aioli +Goat & Shrimp Shumai - prepared with XO sauce, shrimp, and fermented veggies +Duck Fried Rice - jasmine rice with peking duck, seasonal veggies, and a soft-boiled duck egg +Xi'an Goat Slap Noodles - prepared with cumin, Sichuan peppercorn, finger hot chili, and goat shoulder +Mapo Doufu - sichuan spicy tofu with veggies (you can also opt for pork) Service was just okay, and there are a handful of tables and chairs in their enclosed patio. Garage parking and limited metered street parking available. +gamey items +walk-up window options +patio available +garage and limited metered street parking available

    Amy L.

    This is the best dessert I've ever tried before! If you come here you have to get the chili crunch ice cream! It's so innovative and unique. It might sound weird at first but all the flavors go together so incredibly well. I like to get extra chili oil because it's not that spicy the flavor is just so good! Only downside is that they don't have these menu items all year round, I think you can check their Instagram for updates when it becomes available early summer. They also have a cute little outdoor patio which is so cute in the summer. It's a little hard to find at first because there's no door it's just a little order window on the side of the restaurant duck duck goat.

    Chili crisp ice cream
    Natalie M.

    If you want a delicious and most unique ice cream experience you must come here. This place takes ice cream to a whole other level. With its unique flavors, decadent toppings, and fresh ingredients it's sure to be a show stopper. I dare you to try the chili oil Ice cream it's got all the textures and such a delightful mix of salty, savory, spice, refreshing, and sweet flavors You order at a window. Expect to wait 5-10 mins for them to make your treat. There is no indoor seating, but they do have a little outdoor area to sit and eat or you can take it to go. It's a pretty good portion so I suggest splitting it with 1-2 people (depending on how hungry you are)

    Outdoor patio
    Shanelle S.

    Casual, takeout only spot with outdoor patio seating in the summer right around Duck, Duck, Goat. Came here upon the recommendation of the hostess stand at Duck, Duck Goat since there weren't available seatings for a group of 3 walk-in. It's primarily street food options that are packed up in to-go containers as well as cocktails (including pitchers). It's a good spot for big groups. Credit cards are accepted. You pay first and then an employee will bring out your order. The scallion pancakes were a solid choice and came in 6 pieces. The spicy lamb noodles were actually very spicy and had a good noodle texture. You'll definitely need some milk or water to ease the burn. They have dim sum options and Sichuan street food, so you'll have good variety.

    Mango sundae
    Kimberly L.

    Came for their summer opening party for ice cream. There was a line of people which is good for the restaurant and had some fun activations going. Came for a mango vanilla swirl cone but they were so busy I accidentally got rang up for a mango sundae, oh well. Was pretty filling and really enjoy the smoothness of the ice cream!

    Han J.

    What a cute spot! Needed somewhere to grab a quick bite in Fulton Market and Bao Bing was perfect for that. Ordering to-go at the window was a breeze and the wait time was reasonable. We sat in the turf patio area and our food was brought out to us when it was ready. I ordered the Pork Bao Buns and was completely satisfied. They reminded me of Filipino Siopao- I loved how soft the steamed buns were and the meat was very flavorful!

    Chocolate ice cream
    Ali M.

    Cute little take out spot. I only got ice cream but it was so unique. The flavors were really creative and different. They have a cute little seating area outside next to the order window but we took everything to go. Great spot to stop in and try some food!

    Jian Bing Thing - custard coated crepe, hoisin caramel, sweet & crunchy chili oil, cilantro, crispy wonton, soft ice cream

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