San Jean
My first time here. I love baos. I wish I knew how to make them at home. I wouldn’t waste my time in a place like this. First of my server was Caucasian I assumed it would have been an actual Asian joint. It was easy to order online w. When I went inside it smelled horrible like bathroom. There was no one inside except for three young ladies. It was empty at 5:00 p.m. So I picked up my food and first I see that one of my boas was wrong it was fried chicken instead of the crab cake. I bit into the fried chicken boa and it was disgusting it had an aftertaste and it made my stomach hurt. They are definitely using old unchanged grease back there. And it could be why it stinks inside. The hogzilla was trash braised in… I don’t know what… but it made the pork belly very dark in color it didn’t have a distinct flavor or taste just bad The plating was terrible. The barbecue rib was also dark and crunchy on the outside, which was kind of strange, when I bit into it. I couldn’t tell if it was chicken or beef – it was gross. I went back inside to return their trash and get my money back because in this economy I can’t afford to be spending money on trash. I highly recommend you don’t eat here. find another place like Chick-fil-A.
… moreDillon Fosa
Great location to get a nice snack. Can’t say its a meal. The portions are very small. That said the food was great. I would probably get all shrimp next time as that was by far the best in my opinion. The baos were perfect on all them!
Atmosphere is a bit odd since you really don’t even speak to anyone (kiosk systems) and it is not super welcoming but, everyone did make the food quickly and correctly. I will certainly be back again.
… moreAbel Nasser-Bernal
I’m a little bummed out that I am becoming an expert on bad reviews… I am not a picky eater, but I had very bad luck with this place. I ordered several different baos. The pictures look great. Please compare the online picture of the lobster bao to what I was served. I was scared to eat it. As I took my first bite, I was abruptly stopped by a pungent, stale smell. The bao is fried— from the smell of it, in week old, re-used oil and then left out on the counter til aged to perfection. It was rock hard as well. The fried chicken katsu with curry sauce is basically an old chicken tender with about as much curry sauce on it if it were a LaCroix drink.
I was served inedible edamame. It was dry. I mean crusty, cracked dry. I gave up on that, too.
Now, I’m going to go get something to eat for dinner. I had a more authentic experience eating the frozen bao buns from Sprouts than here.
… moreVictoria Pepin
Food was yummy. The texture of the breading was definitely different than anything over experienced but it was so soft and fluffy. I loved how the presentation of the food is and the fillings are of quality. Small bites but i think thats good so that you can experience difference flavors in one go. The Cuban Bao was my favorite as it was super filled and the pork was very flavorful.
… moreAlgin Flores
This place is 100% the real deal. The food is so good. We were the first customers of the day, and the staff were very attentive and friendly. The inside dining area is clean and inviting. This is the first time eating here (been a long time coming), and we decided to order the 3 bao and drink combo. I ordered the Kickin’ Chicken Bao (has kimchi…so delicious), Hogzilla Bao (braised pork), and Firecracker Shrimp Bao. The other combo had the same, except for the Tofu Katsu Curry Bao (vegetarian option). All were made fresh to order. Wow. The bao buns were soft with a little sweetness. All of the ingredients were mouth watering. Just chef’s kiss. I highly recommend eating here, and I will definitely come back (work on trying everything on the menu with multiple visits).
… moresherri evans
Disappointing Experience at King Bao
I visited King Bao three times, and my experiences were quite varied, but ultimately disappointing.
First Visit – The firecracker shrimp was absolutely amazing. It was perfectly cooked, bursting with flavor, and left me eager to return.
Second Visit – I brought my husband along, and he loved the shrimp just as much as I did. We both enjoyed our meal, which made for a delightful evening.
Third Visit – Unfortunately, my experience took a disappointing turn. I returned with a friend, excited for the firecracker shrimp, but my order was incorrect. Key ingredients were left out, and I felt let down after spending $30.
The next day, I went back to discuss my order. I hoped for a resolution, but I was met with the same indifferent attitude from a young staff member, an Asian gentleman with glasses and a baseball cap. I didn’t catch his name, but his nonchalant response to my concern only added to my frustration. This is why I felt compelled to write this review.
Given this lack of customer service and the inconsistency in food quality, I will not be returning to this establishment. I hope that others consider my experience before deciding to buy here.
… moreChris Hadnagy
We went here on a food tour and got the lobster roll bao and the hoison bbq rib bao… OMG I love them both. It is a small but amazing shop that gives great service and amazing food. A trendy vibe and really… The king of baos
… moreSydne Keating
The food was freshly made and fairly priced. We order several to try and found some to be great especially with shrimp. One of the beef ones wasn’t so great and tasted off. Perhaps Seasoning or cook time. Either way we enjoyed trying your cuisine and found it pretty tasty.
… morePaula Freed
The kicken chicken Bao and the firecracker shrimp was my favorite, I didn’t love the taste of the pork on the Bao or on the tator tots. The dessert Bao was fried and amazing!
… moreF K
I’ve never tried bao buns before and never heard of a place that had non-pork options so I had to try. I went with the combo to try different options, I believe it was curry chicken, spicy chicken, and beef. I think the beef was my favorite, they are a bit small but filling. I recommend you get the combo if you’re looking for a meal but if just a quick snack one works.
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