π Food Recs Near UCSB | Secret Bao π
Hey new-to-SB friends! π If youβre looking for a vibey Asian fusion spot with seriously delicious food, youβve got to try Secret Bao! π₯’β¨ They blend Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and other Asian flavors in creative and tasty ways β one visit and youβll be hooked. Hereβs what you CANβT miss (menu attached in the last photo! πΈ): π₯’ Baos & Dim Sum (Lunch & Dinner) K.F.C. Bao: Korean fried chicken with dragon sauce + umami mayo. Crispy, sweet, spicy β pure satisfaction! ππ₯ Pork Belly Bao: Rich but not greasy, with cucumber and scallion for a fresh kick. One bite = instant happiness! π₯π π Lunch Specialties: Rice & Noodles Pork Belly Fried Rice: Loaded with kimchi, garlic, and scallions β so flavorful! Katsu Bento: Classic Japanese pork cutlet bento. Crispy outside, tender inside. π± Dolsot Bibimbap: Sizzling stone pot rice bowl. Mix it up and enjoy the aroma! π₯π₯ π Dinner Only: Meat & Seafood Kalbi Short Ribs: Korean-style marinated beef short ribs β tender and full of flavor. Grilled Baby Back Ribs: Japanese BBQ-inspired, served with pickled cucumber β savory and appetizing! Pink Peruvian Scallops: With chili crunch, Japanese cucumber, yuzu sauce β refreshing, pretty, and delicious. ππΈ Din Tai Fung Pork Chop Fried Rice: Chinese-style fried rice β dinner exclusive! π¨ Donβt Forget the Ice Cream! Their homemade ice cream is famous! π¦ They often have seasonal flavors β creamy, smooth, and the perfect way to end your meal. π‘ Pro Tips: Lunch vs. Dinner menus are different! Lunch = great for rice & noodles. Dinner = more share plates, perfect for groups. The space is modern, minimalist, and very Instagram-friendly. πΈ Donβt skip the drinks and ice cream β so refreshing especially in summer! βοΈ Secret Bao π 1201 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 #UCSB #UCSBFreshman #SantaBarbaraEats #AsianFusion #SecretBao #CaliforniaFoodie
