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Nestled in the heart of Dublin on Aungier Street, BIGFAN offers an innovative Asian dining experience that captivates food lovers with authentic Chinese small bites, hearty sharing dishes, and creative drinks with a twist. This menu overview invites you to explore their standout offerings across starters, mains, desserts, and beverages, perfect for adventurous foodies and fans of vibrant flavors.
starters to ignite your appetite
Begin your culinary journey with an enticing selection of starters that blend fresh ingredients and bold flavors. The iconic Big Fan Bao features tender Happy Pork from Andarl Farm prepared in Dong Po style, complemented by pickled mustard greens, peanut crumble, and fresh coriander for a perfect balance. For a fiery kick, the Shan Ji Bao serves deep-fried marinated chicken pieces layered with Kejia’s kimchi, hot Sichuan mayo, crispy shallots, coriander, and spring onion.
If you desire something heartier, the Wu Ya Bao offers 18-hour slow-braised Irish beef paired with pickled red cabbage, crispy onions, and peanut crumble. Dumpling lovers will be thrilled by the Pork Snowflake Dumplings filled with Happy Pork, garlic chive, and ginger, or the vegan-friendly Beyond Meat Snowflake Dumplings with similar fragrant fillings. For a seafood twist, try the 13 Spice Crayfish Dumplings with a fresh green chili and celery combination.
Don’t miss the delicate Lingfen Summer Wonton swimming in shiitake miso broth with spinach, tofu, woodear mushroom, and carrot, or the Wagyu Cheeseburger Jiaozi showcasing house-minced Wagyu patty, gherkin, cheese, crispy onion, and Kupie burger sauce. Smaller bites like the smoky Scamorza Wonton with Toonsbridge Dairy smoked scamorza cheese, squash, and plum sauce, plus crunchy Lucky Crackers with wonton, spiced seaweed, black sesame rice, lotus root, and yuzu tofu cream, round out the starters beautifully.
mains for sharing and savoring
BIGFAN’s mains deliver diverse and refined Asian flavors served in tapas-style portions perfect for sharing. The Couples Beef features an enticing mix of shin, tongue, and honeycomb tripe dressed in Sichuan style sauce with celery and crunchy peanuts. The Legend of the Ox pairs juicy beef shin balls with crisp kataifi pastry and a sweet soy mushroom blend for an unforgettable bite.
Seafood lovers will appreciate the Sweet & Sourdough Prawn Toast built on Bretzel sourdough and topped with prawns and pickled pineapple relish. The Full Deboned Steamed Sea Bass bursts with fresh lemon, ginger, mustard greens, fresh chili, scallion, and light soy flavors. For something luxurious, the Lobster Tofu combines fresh steamed Irish lobster with silky tofu egg custard.
Vegetable-forward dishes include Steamed Greens with tenderstem broccoli, baby bok choy, kai lan, and garlic soy dressing, plus the Lady Fingers featuring okra, ponzu sauce, almond flakes, and yam crisp. Other crowd-pleasers include She's Sweet Chicken glazed in honey soy garlic butter, She’s Spicy Chicken doused in BIGFAN chili sauce, and crispy Duck Wings tossed in signature BIGFAN seasoning. For those craving comfort, Chicken Balls & Rice and succulent Pig Bones glazed with black garlic and sweet sticky soy satisfy hearty appetites.
Fresh and crunchy, the Cucumber Jellyfish Salad with garlic and black vinegar dressing and Duck Spring Rolls stuffed with ginger-infused rhubarb and sweet plum sauce add refreshing contrast to the rich mains.
decadent desserts to finish
Complete your meal with BIGFAN’s delightful dessert selections. The Vegan Creme Brulee is infused with ginger and gogi berries, delivering a sophisticated plant-based treat. For a tropical twist, the Coconut & Mango Parfait offers creamy layers of luscious flavors that refresh the palate.
unique drinks and specials
BIGFAN also boasts an imaginative drinks menu featuring craft cocktails and a curated selection of beer and wine, perfect to accompany the distinctively spiced dishes. Whether you're indulging in a night out with friends or a cozy dinner date, the vibrant atmosphere and innovative pairings make every visit memorable.
- Starters Big Fan Bao, Shan Ji Bao, Wu Ya Bao, Pork Snowflake Dumplings, Beyond Meat Snowflake Dumplings, 13 Spice Crayfish Dumplings, Lingfen Summer Wonton, Wagyu Cheeseburger Jiaozi, Scamorza Wonton, Xiao Long Bao, Lucky Crackers, House Rice, Edamame, Corn Ribs, Kimchi.
- Mains Couples Beef, Legend of the Ox, Sweet & Sourdough Prawn Toast, Steamed Greens, Rare Featherblade Steak, She's Sweet Chicken, She's Spicy Chicken, Lady Fingers, Duck Wings, Enoki Fan, Chicken Balls & Rice, Pig Bones, Cucumber Jellyfish Salad, Duck Spring Rolls, Full Deboned Steamed Sea Bass, Lobster Tofu, Pork.
- Desserts Vegan Creme Brulee with ginger infused gogi berries, Coconut & Mango Parfait.
