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    88 Bao Bao

    3.7 (361 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Pork Bun (3)
    Paula-Mertha C.

    I finally tried 88 Bao Bao a few months ago, after wanting to try it for quite some time now. I ordered BBQ pork buns, pork xiaolong bao, and Shanghai chow mein. The pork xiaolong bao was pretty good. The soup in them was seasoned well and same with the pork. In Filipino culture, we have something similar to pork buns, called siopao, which happens to be one of my favorite snacks growing up. I was very pleased when taking my first bite of the bbq pork buns. They tasted great, especially with a splash of soy sauce. The Shanghai chow mein was unfortunately underwhelming for both me and my daughter. I was hoping it would be more flavorful, but regretfully it wasn't. Overall, I'm did enjoy most my items from this 88 Bao Bao location. I'll definitely go back for more pork buns and xiaolong bao! 3 out of 5 stars.

    Kathleen Y.

    Decided to grab dinner before heading to Homegoods and this was such a good decision! We've always loved 88 Bao Bao, and we were craving something comforting and hearty on such a cold winter night. We opted for a veggie chow mein, pork xiao long baos, pan fried pork buns, and shaomai this time. Everything came out steaming, especially those pan fried buns! Iykyk!! Kind of bummed that we forgot about their wontons in chili oil (which is absolutely a must order), but we already ordered so much food as it was, it probably would have been overkill. There's always next time! I like that you order at the register and then grab seating for dine-in. Only problem would be if all the tables were taken. The restaurant is fairly small, so I could see how that might happen often during busy hours. Otherwise, service was great. Quick wait time between ordering and receiving our food. Condiments well stocked on the table. Plus water is self-serve, along with to-go boxes. Nice place for a speedy meal that gives you homemade feels. We'll be back again soon!

    Cucumber salad
    Teresa P.

    We had to try this place despite some low star reviews and gave it a try. The place isn't as big and you will have to order before claiming a table. Ambiance is casual. We ordered quite a feast and I loved everything! We got chicken fried rice, crab & pork xiao long bao, leek, pork & shrimp steamed dumplings, beef chowmein, popcorn chicken, cucumber salad and beef noodle soup. They were all delicious, tasty and large portions. Service was excellent too as I had mistakenly ordered fried noodles but I really meant chowmein, and the guy who delivered the noodles replaced it with chowmein. I was so grateful and happy. Definitely check this place out. The kids loved the food as well. This is a place I would go to for some Chinese food cravings. Keeper!

    Pork dumplings
    Inglish R.

    Delicious and great service!! Smaller location, clean bathrooms and amazing food. Takeout was going wild the entire time. Found this spot before heading back home. Famished after shopping at the outlets. With 47 minutes left before closing the 88 Bao Bao crew did not disappoint! Quickly ordered the chow mein, 2 pork dumplings, and orange chicken. I was honestly so surprised at how fast and amazing everything tasted. Highly recommend mixing the chili and garlic oil together for the perfect dumpling dipping combo. Flavor overall was 10/10.

    Shanghai Chowmein
    Eleanor W.

    Tried 88 Bao Bao and it definitely hit the spot! I ordered the vegetable steamed dumplings and the vegetable chow mein -- both were tasty and satisfying. The space isn't fancy (more of a casual, cafeteria-style vibe). You order at the counter, grab a number, and the food comes out quickly -- perfect when you're hungry and don't want to wait. Portions are generous -- I ended up taking half my meal home, which is always a win. Prices felt reasonable, service was efficient, and overall it was a solid stop for a casual bite. I'd happily go back!

    Chantilly G.

    Came in for dine in. We ordered a bunch of dishes for my husband and I. The chow mein, Egg Fried Rice, Marinated Beef, shrimp & pork siomai were good. As for the wonton soup and pork buns they were just okay. Portions were huge that we still had a lot of leftover that we took to go. Even though there were a steady flow of customers either dining in or picking up their order. The service was pretty fast. The place isn't that big so this place is more suitable for just a few customers at a time. The ambiance is more on casual vibe. Overall, we enjoyed our meal. Parking was not an issue. I highly recommend and will definitely come back.

    XLB
    Gregg Y.

    In a town where dumplings are scarce, 88 Bao Bao might be the best you've got. But if you want transcendence, you might need to take a drive to Sac or the Bay. The lumpia was very good (strange, I know). Crisp, delicate, savory, paired perfectly with the dipping sauce. The green beans follow closely behind, perfectly sauteed, a reminder that simplicity, done well, needs no embellishment. But then there are the disappointments--the barbecue pork buns, which arrive looking the part but missing the soul. The XLBs, fragile and fleeting. Eat them fast, because the moment they cool the wrapping starts to seize up.

    Crab Crab/Pork XiaoLongBao(8)
    Susan L.

    My husband and I went and had dinner here with a friend. This place is an order first and then go find a place to sit. Since it was dinner it was pretty packed. The place isn't a big place so it was kinda cramped if there were a lot of people. I love that they have the clear window by the kitchen so you actually get to see them making your food for you. We got a few dishes, which were, crab & pork xlb, pork xlb, grilled squid, wonton in chili oil, pork dumplings and pan fried pork buns. Everything was delicious. My favorite was the pan fried pork buns. Had great flavor. Can definitely taste the porkiness in the meat and when you bit into the bun, you get a bit of the juice that is amazing. The rest of the dumplings pretty much have the same fillings. The grilled squid is good too. Nice and chewy, not tough at all. It paired nicely with the sweet and sour sauce that comes in it. Probably one of my top for dumplings!

    Deep Pan Fried Pork Bun (6)
    Rich W.

    Came here for lunch after shopping nearby stores, and boy did we have a great meal after almost a year since we were here last! Place was almost full, but we were seated promptly (no table service tho). Interior was clean and organized, and you get a wide view of the open kitchen, which was also organized and clean, especially the hood and cooking areas. As far as ordering food, you have the option of either ordering at the table (mini tablet mounted) or at the counter. Everything is pretty much self service (ice water, napkins, to-go containers) and the food brought out by a staff member. We ordered the pork Xiao long bao, chicken vermicelli noodles and pan fried pork buns. All three items were simply delicious; the dumplings were one of the best, matched up against even the best in Sacramento. There was plenty of broth in each dumpling and the skin was perfect. The vermicelli noodles wasn't greasy, and there was an abundance of scrambled eggs, chicken, bean sprouts and the noodles itself (we opted for no onions, yellow or green). The pan fried pork bun was browned to a crisp on the bottom, and the filling was plentiful with the right amount of broth. What a treat we had today; the wifey and I agreed that 88 Bao Bao was better than some places we frequent that's closer to us (Elk Grove). We made a pact that we will visit here more often, especially when we're hitting the Outlets...it's that good!

    Crisy G.

    We both craving Asian food. N found this on Yelp just down street from outlet stores. Name of the place so so cute,, 88 bao bao,, once walk in go cashier n order from above menu, cashier staff how to order n then find available table with ur number, once sat n got our hot tea n drink, oh they also have a ice water tank able to get your own water,, we sat and our chow mein was ready, piping hot chow mein, so yummy and flavorful ,, then squid is a little slightly sweet and flavorful, it took a while for the steam Dumplings and Sui mai , cuz they freshly hand made from your order.. everything we ordered we ate all, the spicy chili on table was so so tasty I scoop few spoonful on my chow mein,this place is clean / fresh hot Cooked food, will come again after our next shopping trip.. lots of parking too..

    Sesame balls
    Mae O.

    Dined here with my family after the park. Upon entering 88 Bao Bao, we were greeted and asked if we were dining in. We were seated quickly. You order on a little screen on your table and then pay at the counter. We knew we wanted to get ice cream after at Fenton's so we didn't order much. We ordered chicken fried rice, vegetable pork dumplings, & sesame balls. The food came out quickly and they gave us plates. This place is family style. The utensils and sauces (garlic sauce, chili oil, vinegar) were on the table. The chicken fried rice was bland so I drizzled the garlic sauce on it and it was good. I poured some garlic sauce in a saucer and my son drank it. Hahaha. I told him it was sauce for the food. The vegetable pork dumplings were good as well. We ordered sesame balls to go & I couldn't wait to get home so I ate a couple. So good when it's hot & fresh. Would I come back & try other items? Yep!

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    Stefanie F.

    My oldest and I were shopping and decided to stop for lunch. We could smell the food cooking from 88 Bao Bao and had to stop in. They greeted us, gave us a menu and a table. It was a little different since you have to get up and order at the counter when you're ready. We both wanted to try the Shanghai style chowmein, but I wanted chicken and he wanted shrimp (I am allergic). The person at the register suggested to order the chicken and add a side of shrimp for a better option. I also wanted potstickers, but they said it would be a long wait, so we decided to try the pork and vegetables steamed dumplings. While we waited, my son mentioned he liked that you are able to view them cooking and preparing dumplings. The chowmein arrived fresh and hot and was delicious. My son did say he wished the shrimp had been seasoned and a little hotter. The dumplings arrived halfway through our meal, and I did think I could've just ordered the potstickers since I had to wait anyways. The dumplings were quite hot and good. Overall, the meal was excellent. The customer service was somewhat lacking, with the exception of one particularly helpful employee. I think if we pick this restaurant again, we'll just get takeout.

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    Well Season - Xiaolong bao

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    3.7(257 reviews)
    17.3 mi
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    My friends and I came here on a weekday afternoon to try some dim sum. There was plenty of parking…read morein the area along with quick service due the restaurant being partially empty. Siu Mai: This was classic & well-executed, and there was a strong mushroom taste which I loved. Shrimp Dumplings: These were also classic, flavorful, and fresh. Jelly Fish & Sliced Beef Tendon: I loved the texture and spiciness of the general dish, and they were seasoned well. Beef Noodle Rolls: These were okay in my opinion, but silky and tender. Pan-Fried Turnip Cake: I loved the crisp outside, and it was soft on the inside. It did not feel too heavy and better than other places I've tried. Green Beans: These were slightly oily, but the portion size was generous for the price. Preserved Egg & Pork Congee: The congee was okay, but it was comforting and smooth and still had a good flavor.

    We can into Well Season on a Saturday evening for my son's birthday dinner he chose Well Season…read morebecause he likes their Dim Sum items. We usually. One here at least a handful of times per year. Their food is generally good and their portion size is large. This summer they are running a special (10% off your bill, plus additional 5% if paid in cash). For a Saturday evening, they did not have many diners, two other larger groups, a couple smaller tables of patrons and a couple few takeout orders. The main reason for coming here is for their Dim Sum items, but some items are not available after 2pm. They have a pretty extensive menu for non-dim sum items. Most of their food is pretty good including the dim sum items. Portion size is large, so there is usually leftovers to take home. Today, the service is lacking quite a bit. Had to wave down the server many times during our meal, to order, ask a couple times for water and missing napkins, water refill, didn't check if we needed more hot tea, boxes for left overs, getting the bill, etc. Another ding for them is that we were given and billed for 2 items (chicken buns and steamed long beans) that we Did Not Order. I didn't not complain about it because we were fine eating the extra food, but that was annoying! Overall dining experience was 3/5 stars. Food was a solid 4/5 stars. Service was 2.5/5 stars. There are so many Chinese food options now in Davis. Not sure what's up with the service, but they really need to step that up if they expect customers to keep coming back.

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    Dim Sum Basket is a real win. The food is amazing--everything tastes fresh, flavorful, and…read moreabsolutely delicious. The service is also friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. I especially appreciated that the food felt freshly prepared and didn't taste like it had been sitting around. If you're looking for great dim sum with good, friendly service, this is the spot.

    This place is a gem and I'm happy we have a dim sum joint in the area. This place reminds me of…read moresome of the dim sum shops back home in Sunnyvale and Cupertino. It's an excellent place to go rather than going to a traditional dim sum restaurant. We came yesterday and filled out a sheet of their menu and how many quantities we wanted. My wife and I enjoyed their pork sui mai and pork & shrimp chive dumpling. The sui mai prices are big and full of flavor. I highly recommend dipping each item into their house made chili oil. The crispy shrimp balls were on the smaller end but they were still delicious. Their pineapple bun is also delicious and has a nice crisp texture. Their black bean spare rib with rice noodles isn't bad either but could be a bit more flavorful and seasoned more; most of the time it was bland. As far as drinks, I recommend their Hong Kong Tea (iced) and Thai tea. Both are sweetened perfectly and pairs nicely after each bite. I can't wait to come back again!

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    3.9(1.5k reviews)
    17.0 mi
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    Stopped by with a couple of friends for lunch! We ordered calamari, the pan fried pork dumplings,…read moreand the kimchi pork dumplings. The calamari wasn't quite what we expected. It was pretty heavily battered and not too seasoned, but it wasn't bad. I think there is probably better calamari elsewhere. The dumplings were amazing though! Both came out piping hot. The fried ones had a nice crispy exterior and were super flavorful and juicy. The kimchi ones definitely had a kick, but were also juicy and delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed all of them and would recommend both to anyone in the mood for dumplings. The place itself has good seating options both inside and outside! I would highly recommend enjoying a meal outside on the patio on a nice weather day :)

    It's just ok. If you're needing dumplings it'll do the trick, but I honestly rather buy frozen…read moredumplings from BaoBao 88 or even Trader Joe's. I hate to say it because the workers are very friendly and I love hearing people speak Canto when I'm homesick. Very casual ambiance, might have a wait to be seated but they take a reasonable amount of time to get your food out after ordering. Have a few vegetarian options as well. It is conviently downtown unlike Yang Kee, but I still dont come back to here. I'm glad they've found their audience and seem to be doing well, though.

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    4.3(227 reviews)
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    We ordered one express meal, beef chow fun, and some dim sum to go. Everything was delicious, and…read morethe service was great! We also got the Hong Kong-style milk tea over ice, which was the perfect drink to go with our meal. I really love this restaurant and definitely want to come back to dine in next time! I love the overall look of the restaurant.

    Came back on a Sunday night as we had a craving for Peking Duck…read more The food: The Peking Duck here is more like a roasted duck with crispy skin. They might fry it a little as opposed to the traditional oven method. Regardless, I think it's a pretty good budget version of this dish. They normally serve it with steamed buns, but we ask them to swap it out with the wrappers that come with Mu Shu Pork, which are thin wraps. Braised Tofu with Vegetables - I like this dish because it is saucy without being drowned in sauce. The fried tofu has good texture and it's nice to get a good amount of veggies with the tofu (bok choy, shitake mushrooms, carrots). Salt & Pepper Pork - crispy outside. Flavor is really interesting. It's like salt and pepper but the meat was marinated with something like Nan Ru (red fermented bean curd). Shrimp Fried Rice - a very solid dish, no complaints Our server was great, no problems getting hot sauce, water, or whatever we needed. We come back to Aberdeen a few times a year despite it not being very close to us. Very good and consistent food with reasonable prices.

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    88 Bao Bao

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    4.1(176 reviews)
    21.3 mi
    •$$

    Went here a few weeks ago with my girlfriend, and it was my first time visiting. It had also been…read morequite a while since I'd had dim sum. Everyone was really nice and professional, and the food came out super fast. Everything we tried was delicious, and the price for what you get is excellent! The seating area is on the smaller side, but it never felt cramped. It was clean, cozy, and comfortable. I'll definitely be coming back, probably with my family next time!

    Although this is a chain, I hadn't previously been to any of their locations. I was actually quite…read morehappy with their Pork XLB. Even for the ones I didn't eat until towards the end of the meal, there was still a good amount of soup inside that didn't get absorbed by the meat or wrap. You order at a tablet, located at each table, for dine in orders. You can also specify if you want certain items to go, which was perfect because we were eating some things there and taking some items to family. We ordered the following for there: Pork XLB, Shrimp Pork Shaomai, Garlic Green Beans, and Chocolate XLB. The following was ordered to go: Wonton Soup, Pork Bun & BBQ Pork Bun. It's not a huge space, most of the tables are on the left side of the restaurant. A large portion is the food prep / behind the counter area. I had the milk tea to drink. It was fine, nothing special, but I hadn't had one in a while so I enjoyed it with my meal. I also thought the Chocolate XLB was interesting. It was melted/gooey chocolate inside the skin/wrap. It was a nice finish to the meal. I think most of the items were more a 4 for me, but since I loved the XLB so much, it's a 5 rating.

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