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Ben Pao

(312) 222-1888
  • 52 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60610
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  • Chinese
(312) 222-1888
  • Main
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • specialty cocktails
    • sake sangria $8.5

      riesling wine, asian pear sake, macerated fuji apples, lychees, mandarin oranges and red grapes

    • shanghai colada $9

      roasted pineapple-infused mount gay sugar cane rum, crushed fresh pineapples and coconut purée

    • frozen ginger ale $9

      skyy citrus vodka, homemade ginger ale, fresh squeezed lemon syrup; candied ginger

    • ben pao's kaffir lime margarita $12

      sauza conmemorativo tequila, cointreau, fresh squeezed lime, homemade kaffir lime syrup (available with a corzo or patron platinum tequila float)

    • chinese itch $12

      10 cane rum, passion fruit and almond orgeat with a sparkling wine float; shaken, not stirred

  • ben pao's big kahunas
    these polynesian classics are served in a 22 oz big kahuna glass with crushed ice and fresh fruit juices, spice up your big kahuna with one of the following premium rum floats: el dorado rum, st james hors d'age rum, santa teresa, ron zacapa 23 year old centenario, pyrat cask 1623 rum
    • don's rum barrel $12.5

      roasted pineapple-infused mount gay sugar cane rum, apricot brandy, fresh squeezed juices; pineapple and sugar cane

    • mai tai $14

      bacardi select and coruba rums, orange curacao, almond orgeat and fresh fruit squeezes

    • zombie $15

      bacardi select and coruba rums, fresh orange, lime and lemon squeezes, orange blossom water and a bacardi 151 float; pineapple and sugar cane

  • martinis
    • asian pear saketini $10

      stolichnaya vodka, asian pear sake, funkin pear purée and pineapple juice

    • spiced fujitini $10

      homemade spice-infused 10 cane rum, sour apple liqueur, cranberry and fresh apple cider

    • lemon-gingertini $11

      ketel one citroen vodka, homemade ginger and fresh squeezed lemon syrups; candied ginger

    • ben's buddha belly $11

      plymouth gin, pama liqueur, fresh squeezed lime, pomegranate molasses; fresh pomegranate seeds

    • harvest moon $11

      malibu rum, cointreau, passion fruit and fresh squeezed lime juice; chinese 5 spice rim

    • red dragon $11

      effen black cherry vodka, pama liqueur, cherry pom juice, homemade sour mix

  • beers
    • tsingtao $4.95

      (china)

    • tsingtao pure draft $4.95

      (china)

    • singha $4.95

      (thailand)

    • kirin light $4.95

      (japan)

    • miller lite $4.95

      (wisconsin)

    • anderson valley amber ale $5.95

      (california)

    • dogfish head 60 minute IPA $5.95

      (delaware)

    • sapporo draft $7.95

      22 oz (japan)

    • harbin $8.95

      22 oz (china)

    • hitachino white ale $8.95

      (japan)

  • non-alcoholic beverages & hot teas
    • passion fruit-lime squeeze $3.75

    • homemade ginger ale $3.75

    • singapore squeeze $3.75

      (lemon lime and cherry pom)

    • oolong tea $3

    • peach ginger tea $3.5

    • lemon grass tea $3.5

    • green bangkok tea $3.5

    • oolong pomegranate tea $3.5

  • signature starters
    • ben pao egg roll $3.95

      our interpretation of a chinese classic! we wrap shrimp, chicken, shredded chinese vegetables and peanuts in a crisp shell; sweet & sour and chinese hot mustard dipping sauces

    • crispy garlic tofu $4.95

      a house specialty! sesame crusted tofu in our signature garlic sauce topped with chives

    • braised pork with steamed chinese buns $6.95

      slow braised with star anise, soy and ginger; shredded and served with homemade lotus buns, pickled vegetables and pineapple hoisin sauce

    • ginger shrimp dumplings $6.95

      hand crafted shrimp dumplings served with spicy honey soy, sichuan chili oil, fresh ginger and chives

    • chicken soong $7.95

      chopped chicken, shiitake, fresh water chestnuts and scallions served with iceberg lettuce cups, crispy rice noodles and pineapple hoisin sauce

    • cantonese ribs $8.95

      all natural antibiotic-free pork spare ribs, braised and slow roasted, tossed with a honey sesame glaze; sprinkled with sesame seeds

  • potstickers
    pan seared dumplings served with soy ginger and spicy chili soy dipping sauces
    • chicken $6.95

    • vegetable $6.95

    • pork $6.95

    • combination of all three. $6.95

  • old world favorites
    • golden crisp vegetable spring rolls $4.95

      we roll shredded chinese vegetables in a delicate wrapper, lightly fried; sweet & sour and chinese hot mustard dipping sauces

    • tamarind chicken satay $4.95

      malaysian marinated chicken skewers, hot and sour napa cabbage; spicy peanut dipping sauce

    • cool peanut noodles $5.95

      shanghai wheat noodles tossed with a spicy peanut sauce; topped with sliced cucumbers, sesame seeds and cilantro

    • crab rangoon chopstix $6.95

      our reinterpretation using jumbo lump crab meat, deli-style cream cheese, fresh water chestnuts and chives; sweet chili dipping sauce

    • crispy spiced calamari $7.95

      tossed with fresh ginger and cilantro; served with a sweet chili dipping sauce

  • soups
    • hot and sour soup $3.25

      sichuan classic style with chicken, tofu, wood ear mushrooms, bamboo and scallion

    • chicken dumpling soup $3.25

      with homemade chicken broth, shanghai bok choy, lo mien noodles and shiitake

  • pork
    • mu-shu style hunan pork $12.95

      julienne pork, fresno chiles, fresh shiitake, ginger and cilantro served with mandarin pancakes and pineapple hoisin sauce

    • pork with gailan $12.95

      all natural pork shoulder, locally grown organic shiitake and button mushrooms, finger bamboo and chinese broccoli (gailan) in a light oyster sauce

    • barbecued pork shoulder $14.95

      roasted in our own barbecue sauce; served over spring pea tendrils

  • chicken
    We are proud to serve 100% natural antibiotic-free chicken.
    • tangerine chicken $12.95

      crispy golden chicken breast, homemade candied tangerine peel, ginger, napa cabbage; sweet and sour tangerine glaze

    • sesame chicken $12.95

      sesame-crusted chicken, caramelized soy glaze, scallions and cilantro

    • traditional kung pao chicken $12.95

      blackened chiles, sweet peppers, scallions and roasted peanuts

    • penang curry chicken $12.95

      our own coconut peanut curry, fresh water chestnuts, finger bamboo, thai basil and snow peas

    • seven flavor chicken $12.95

      wok fried with lemon grass, roasted peanuts, chiles, hoisin sauce, thai basil, fresno and jalapeño peppers

    • thai basil chicken $12.95

      wok-tossed chicken breast with basil leaves, red onions, chiles and cilantro; thai lemon-ginger sauce and roasted peanuts

  • noodles
    • ten vegetable pan fried noodles $9.95

      ten seasonal vegetables atop a crispy lo mein noodle cake

    • chow fun noodles $9.95

      crispy rice noodles wok tossed with shanghai bok choy, shiitake, scallion, ginger and bean sprouts

    • chow fun noodles $11.95

      with natural chicken

    • chow fun noodles $12.95

      with barbecue pork..

    • chow fun noodles $13.95

      with prime beef

    • spicy dragon noodles $10.95

      shanghai wheat noodles with chicken, mushrooms and spinach in a spicy cherry chili sauce

    • spicy dragon noodles $10.95

      with tofu

    • spicy dragon noodles $13.95

      with prime beef

  • seafood
    We are proud to serve all-natural, farmed-raised, eco-friendly salmon.
    • cherry bomb shrimp $16.95

      wok fried and tossed with homemade cherry pepper chili sauce; served over chinese broccoli and greens

    • sichuan bamboo shrimp $16.95

      gulf shrimp in a spicy sichuan chili sauce with finger bamboo, shiitake and fresno chiles

    • shanghai shrimp $18.95

      jumbo gulf shrimp wok seared in a ginger sauce with fresh water chestnuts, shiitake, blackened chiles and scallions

    • thai basil prawns $18.95

      wok tossed with basil leaves, red onions, chiles and cilantro; thai lemon-ginger sauce and roasted peanuts

    • sesame-crusted salmon $18.95

      black and white sesame seed-crusted, farm-raised, atlantic salmon filet; teriyaki glaze and shanghai bok choy

    • black peppered sea scallops $19.95

      ben pao's specialty - every table should experience this dish! wok seared in our special blend of spices served over chinese broccoli and greens

  • beef
    All of our beef is USDA prime.
    • seven flavor beef $15.95

      wok fried with lemon grass, roasted peanuts, chiles, hoisin sauce, thai basil, fresno and jalapeño peppers

    • mongolian beef. $15.95

      a traditional favorite! with fresh shiitake and scallions

    • kung pao beef $15.95

      blackened chiles, sweet peppers, scallions and roasted peanuts

    • beef with sugar snap peas $15.95

      shiitake and oyster mushrooms, fresh water chestnuts; light oyster sauce

  • accompaniments
    • ben pao fried rice $7.95

      traditional fried rice with your choice of chicken, shrimp or barbecue pork

    • vegetable fried brown rice $7.95

      natural brown rice with asparagus, carrots, spinach, scallions, mushrooms and bean sprouts

    • sichuan wrinkled beans $7.95

      bamboo, ginger, carrots and fresno chiles; spicy sichuan sauce

    • ginger-glazed eggplant $6.95

      a northern chinese preparation! roasted peppers and scallions; sweet ginger glaze

    • seasonal vegetables $6.95

      spring pea tendrils wok tosssed with sesame and garlic

  • Desserts
    • Green Tea Crème Brulée

      classic crème brulée with hints of lime and green tea

    • Chocolate Banana Egg Rolls

      creamy milk chocolate and banana rolled in a crisp golden wrapper; served with vanilla ice cream

    • Banana Cheesecake

      a light banana cheesecake; macadamia nut crust; caramelized bananas; caramel and chocolate sauces

    • Chocolate Spring Rolls

      semi-sweet chocolate in a crispy wonton; served with peanut-ginger dipping sauce

    • Coconut-Tapioca Custard

      rich, creamy coconut infused custard; tahitian vanilla whipped cream

    • Yin Yang Chocolate Cake

      layers of 5 spice chocolate cake alternate with a creamy coconut and macadamia nut frosting

  • appetizers
    choose 3
    • golden crisp vegetable spring rolls

    • crab rangoon

    • ben pao egg rolls

    • chicken soong

    • crispy garlic tofu

    • pork potstickers

    • chicken potstickers

    • vegetable potstickers

  • main courses
    choose 3
    • sesame chicken

    • kung pao chicken

    • thai basil chicken

    • mongolian beef

    • kung pao beef

    • cherry bomb shrimp

    • thai basil prawns

      (add $2 per person)

    • sesame crusted salmon

      add $2 per person

    • black peppered sea scallops

      add $2 per person

  • accompaniments
    choose 1
    • sichuan wrinkled beans

    • vegetable fried brown rice

    • chicken fried rice

    • shrimp fried rice

    • barbecue pork fried rice

    • ginger glazed eggplant

  • appetizers
    choose 3
    • golden crisp vegetable spring rolls

    • crab rangoon

    • ben pao egg rolls

    • chicken soong

    • crispy garlic tofu

    • pork potstickers

    • chicken potstickers

    • vegetable potstickers

  • main courses
    choose 3
    • sesame chicken

    • kung pao chicken

    • thai basil chicken

    • mongolian beef

    • kung pao beef

    • cherry bomb shrimp

    • thai basil prawns

      add $2 per person

    • sesame crusted salmon

      add $2 per person

    • black peppered sea scallops

      add $2 per person

  • accompaniments
    choose 1
    • sichuan wrinkled beans

    • vegetable fried brown rice

    • chicken fried rice

    • shrimp fried rice

    • barbecue pork fried rice

    • ginger glazed eggplant

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