The menu was small. It was expensive for what you got. I think I got two baos and it cost about $13. The service was helpful when I asked what baos I could order with my peanut allergy. I ordered the tiger belly and the pepper beef. The tiger belly had a braised pork belly with kim chi and cilantro. The kim chi cut the fat from the pork belly and it was my favorite. The pepper beef had tender beef, slices of cucumber, and peppers. Overall, I would not want to pay $13 for only two baos. They were good, but not $13 good. It was a challenge to eat them because the baos were so juicy and they spilled everywhere. They were served in wax paper, but it would have helped if the baos were wrapped in the wax paper. If you want baos, I would skip this and get a cheaper option.
Christine B.
This was my first time trying bao. So I can't compare to other versions, but I thoroughly enjoyed these. I don't eat meat so I tried the only vegetarian option: umani tofu. It has a tofu patty, cheese, and tempura veggies. The bun was delicious and filling. I had two and was full, which was surprising because they aren't that big. But the ingredients are very filling. The menu is small but it seems to have enough variety to make people happy. I would've liked another veggie option, but was otherwise happy with my experience.
Noah Maurer
DeLICious Beijing street food with a Cali twist. Want to order more each time but my stomach isn't big enough!
Susana N.
It's good! Very small menu to keep it simple, but wish can order dumplings separately (can only get it with combo). The drink was delicious!! I would go again during my next craving!
Rick Ehrhart
Great Chinese fusion baos.
Sendy T.
Delicious restaurant! I was walking down Willow Glen and noticed the menu posted on the glass. I love Chinese food and this little gem fused traditional Chinese with Korean flares like bulgogi meat and kimchi. Definitely stop by! The owners are super nice, the restaurant is clean and has cute little plants on the shelves. I'll come back and bring more friends! Thank you!
Bo N.
A bit on the pricey side at $6 a bao, but the portions are large. Two baos is filling enough for lunch. Tiger belly: 9/10; big piece of pork belly, nice marinade, best one here Beef bao: 6/10 Kung Pao chicken: 6/10 Chinese pork belly: 2/10; needs more seasoning for my taste; also a bit dry
Jean L.
The Chinese pork burger is tasty with a crunchy pita. However, it's very Chinese for the pork's got fat and skin mixed with meat. The tofu bao is interesting- steamed pita with fried broccoli, cheese and braised tofu. Tofu is on the salty side with a lot of juice. I'd would visit again if on the go for a quickie.
Heo D.
Ordered the combo bao box which included with 2 shrimp har gow, tiger belly, kong pow chicken bao, and salad. Everything was delicious; I especially liked the har gow which I wish I had more. Wonder if we can order just har gow?! The salad was light and elegant with balance amount of sour, sweet, salty, and a hint of fish sauce. Also, ordered the purple pinapple drink which was very refreshing! Highly recommend this place!
Kira G.
Delicious is the first word that comes to mind after eating at this place. Their menu is small but powerful! Each of the Baos are different yet similar but you should be satisfied with every one. When you walk in, the person at the register should ask you if it's your first time- for me it was. They explained what the dishes were and what their popular dishes were giving you an idea of what you should order. I personally had the Beef bao which was a great combination- they recommend one for snack, two if you're eating it as a meal, which I definitely agree with. I knocked it down a star as it is located in downtown Willow Glen, which isn't necessarily a problem, but it means limited seating- and parking.
Great addition to Lincoln Ave! Bao is one of my favorite things and it's so great to see it introduced to this neighborhood. Good variety, large serving size and awesome flavors. Staff is super friendly and kind. Please go support this new establishment!
Devin Davis
Got the Bao Box, which comes 2 shrimp dumplings and salad (I didn't get the salad but still comes with it). Got the Kung Pao chicken Bao and it was definitely delicious; a bit much on the sauce but still good. Gonna have to go back and try the pork belly Bao.
elinor b.
I really wanted to like this place because the aesthetics were really pleasing to the eye, and the menu appears to be very refined, but I was supremely let down. The food is not very well put together; the concept is good but the pork came out very soft and flavorless. Also the drink I ordered tasted like legit plastic!!! Maybe I ordered the wrong thing but I had to throw my whole meal away.
Charlene Teets
Really love this place, everything we ordered tasted amazing! So many complex flavors, the pork reminded me of my time in Taiwan. The service was awesome and the place was very clean.
Anisha Jee
Amazing food, the Tiger Belly bao is a must try. It was delicious, flavorful, the place was small and amazing. Definitely coming back for more! â¤â¤
The menu was small. It was expensive for what you got. I think I got two baos and it cost about $13. The service was helpful when I asked what baos I could order with my peanut allergy. I ordered the tiger belly and the pepper beef. The tiger belly had a braised pork belly with kim chi and cilantro. The kim chi cut the fat from the pork belly and it was my favorite. The pepper beef had tender beef, slices of cucumber, and peppers. Overall, I would not want to pay $13 for only two baos. They were good, but not $13 good. It was a challenge to eat them because the baos were so juicy and they spilled everywhere. They were served in wax paper, but it would have helped if the baos were wrapped in the wax paper. If you want baos, I would skip this and get a cheaper option.
This was my first time trying bao. So I can't compare to other versions, but I thoroughly enjoyed these. I don't eat meat so I tried the only vegetarian option: umani tofu. It has a tofu patty, cheese, and tempura veggies. The bun was delicious and filling. I had two and was full, which was surprising because they aren't that big. But the ingredients are very filling. The menu is small but it seems to have enough variety to make people happy. I would've liked another veggie option, but was otherwise happy with my experience.
DeLICious Beijing street food with a Cali twist. Want to order more each time but my stomach isn't big enough!
It's good! Very small menu to keep it simple, but wish can order dumplings separately (can only get it with combo). The drink was delicious!! I would go again during my next craving!
Great Chinese fusion baos.
Delicious restaurant! I was walking down Willow Glen and noticed the menu posted on the glass. I love Chinese food and this little gem fused traditional Chinese with Korean flares like bulgogi meat and kimchi. Definitely stop by! The owners are super nice, the restaurant is clean and has cute little plants on the shelves. I'll come back and bring more friends! Thank you!
A bit on the pricey side at $6 a bao, but the portions are large. Two baos is filling enough for lunch. Tiger belly: 9/10; big piece of pork belly, nice marinade, best one here Beef bao: 6/10 Kung Pao chicken: 6/10 Chinese pork belly: 2/10; needs more seasoning for my taste; also a bit dry
The Chinese pork burger is tasty with a crunchy pita. However, it's very Chinese for the pork's got fat and skin mixed with meat. The tofu bao is interesting- steamed pita with fried broccoli, cheese and braised tofu. Tofu is on the salty side with a lot of juice. I'd would visit again if on the go for a quickie.
Ordered the combo bao box which included with 2 shrimp har gow, tiger belly, kong pow chicken bao, and salad. Everything was delicious; I especially liked the har gow which I wish I had more. Wonder if we can order just har gow?! The salad was light and elegant with balance amount of sour, sweet, salty, and a hint of fish sauce. Also, ordered the purple pinapple drink which was very refreshing! Highly recommend this place!
Delicious is the first word that comes to mind after eating at this place. Their menu is small but powerful! Each of the Baos are different yet similar but you should be satisfied with every one. When you walk in, the person at the register should ask you if it's your first time- for me it was. They explained what the dishes were and what their popular dishes were giving you an idea of what you should order. I personally had the Beef bao which was a great combination- they recommend one for snack, two if you're eating it as a meal, which I definitely agree with. I knocked it down a star as it is located in downtown Willow Glen, which isn't necessarily a problem, but it means limited seating- and parking.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great addition to Lincoln Ave! Bao is one of my favorite things and it's so great to see it introduced to this neighborhood. Good variety, large serving size and awesome flavors. Staff is super friendly and kind. Please go support this new establishment!
Got the Bao Box, which comes 2 shrimp dumplings and salad (I didn't get the salad but still comes with it). Got the Kung Pao chicken Bao and it was definitely delicious; a bit much on the sauce but still good. Gonna have to go back and try the pork belly Bao.
I really wanted to like this place because the aesthetics were really pleasing to the eye, and the menu appears to be very refined, but I was supremely let down. The food is not very well put together; the concept is good but the pork came out very soft and flavorless. Also the drink I ordered tasted like legit plastic!!! Maybe I ordered the wrong thing but I had to throw my whole meal away.
Really love this place, everything we ordered tasted amazing! So many complex flavors, the pork reminded me of my time in Taiwan. The service was awesome and the place was very clean.
Amazing food, the Tiger Belly bao is a must try. It was delicious, flavorful, the place was small and amazing. Definitely coming back for more! â¤â¤