South Lake Union's restaurant scene continues to go bananas, and the Central District's Vietnamese favorite, Ba Bar, has recently joined the fray.
The new Ba Bar opened earlier this month as the headquarters for the restaurant's popular pastry program. Now, you can grab macarons, kouign amanns, croissants, doughnuts, and more starting at 7 a.m. on weekdays in SLU.
Much of the rest of the menu is the same as the Central District location, but expect chef/owner Eric Banh to start introducing additional options soon, like mi quang, a bright yellow turmeric-infused rice crepe with a thick stock served with items like pork spare ribs, prawns, chicken, and squid. Banh also promises upcoming family-style meals on weeknights.
Eater paid Ba Bar a visit to scope out the space, which feels reminiscent of its original counterpart, with modern flourishes and edgy graphic art. A major departure from the first location is the central bar, though, which ties together a much larger space. Check it out for yourself.
500 Terry Ave N, (206) 623-2711, website. Open Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
