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Bao Bao Cafe is located in quite a bustling touristy area in NYC but it is actually very good (unlike most places in the area truth be told). I had the vegetable ramen & the seaweed salad along with a chrysanthemum tea. Everything was delicious but I do wish that they had put more mushrooms in the ramen as I had only gotten one/two of them. Maybe I'm weird, but I do like mixing the seaweed with ramen, a nice mix of cold & hot haha. I liked that I didn't feel rushed while eating as again, it is quite a busy place. I would go back & try their other ramen on a cold day. read more

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Holly C.

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We stopped by on a Sunday for a quick lunch before our broadway show. It wasn't busy at all when we got there as there were only 1 other party that sat at the back. It is a self service restaurant, so we ordered at the cashier and were given a buzzer for when our food is ready. Ordering was also very easy as they had their menu with photos behind the counter. We ordered their bao bao noodles, beef noodle soup and popcorn chicken rice. The noodles were al dente, the bao bao noodles was very flavorful, savory and not too spicy. I wish the beef is a little more tender but the soup base was very hearty and packed with flavor. The only complaint is the cabbage is huge and I found it very hard to eat especially when I'm trying not to splash the soup all over myself.The popcorn chicken rice was everyone's favorite. They used chicken thighs so there's no dry chicken. The meat was moist and tender, crispy on the outside and the breading was nicely seasoned. I found the portion size was decent and price is very reasonable. The staff were friendly as they even brought the food to our table for us and service was quick. Overall, this is a great option if you need to grab a quick bite. The noodle dishes definitely hit the spot when it's a cold day outside. I would definitely return when I'm in the area next time. read more

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Georgios V.

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They do lunch really well. They understand dish modifications if you have a sensitivity etc. The flavors are very authentic and potent. The noodle entrees are on the bigger side. Regular go to for me is the beef with rice. I like the egg and radish little sides. It just breaks the flavors nicely. Super fast service. Orderly space. Utility driven. My lunch breaks would have been boring without Bao Bao cafe :) read more

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Great prices and surprisingly large portions. I ordered the Bam Bam noodles and there was lot of noodles and a lot of pork! I do wish there were a little more variety in this dish though, like maybe a few more vegetables. The flavor was good, but I definitely preferred the taste of the Bao Bao noodles that my partner ordered. I will most likely come back sometime and try some of the other items on their menu! read more

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Bao bao cafe offers fast casual Chinese food, with huge portions at very reasonable prices (especially considering the location!). I'm glad I didn't get an appetizer because I was stuffed. The bao bao noodles I ordered was also pretty packed with meat, they really don't skimp here. The food came out quick too, so it's a good spot if you are looking to grab something quick or are on the go. read more

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Vera T.

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Need a quick lunch before going to port authority, such a great find. Their medium spicy is really spicy. Casual atmosphere, they give you a buzzer after you order and you pick it up where you order. Will be back if I'm in the area. read more

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Lauren Y.

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We stopped by after work one day and I was surprised by how busy it was. We found seats in the back but almost every table was occupied. I like that it's almost like a fast casual restaurant. No table service so you don't have to tip. I also like that the noodle soups and hot pot options are all customizable. I liked the beef noodle soup. It really hit the spot on a cold day and the spice was decent for medium spice. My friend didn't love the bao bao rice because there wasn't much flavor. The prices are pretty good though for the portion size so I'd go back for the soup dishes. The cashier/server was also very cute and energetic. read more

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Brianna T.

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I went here with my besties on a Tuesday. It was pretty busy, however the food comes out promptly. The ambiance as well as its mostly groups of friends eating and chatting over yummy noodles. My friends got the Bam Bam noodles and hot pot noodles which they enjoyed and would order again. I would not get the beef noodles again because the meat was a little tough for my teeth, I would try the bam bam noodles! The fried squid was oily, but tolerable. The popcorn chicken (not pictured) and spring rolls were also a good choice for an appetizer. Thank you guys for the food and dining experience. Keep up the great work! read more

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Carolyn C.

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Coming off the NY Penn subway from Madison square garden, only 2 blocks away is this gem of a restaurant. They have house made teas (I ordered the iced lemon tea), and great comfort Asian food. This is not as authentic as Chinatown food, but hey when you're starving off the subway, this does the job. I was welcomed by a super sweet Asian lady who also told us what the most popular meals were. The ambiance of the place is pretty spacious & there is a pretty clean bathroom for customers only. I ordered the beef noodle soup, the meat was super tender & I was happily shocked it wasn't dry! The soup itself is pretty decent (again with the location it's pretty good). Pricing is super solid throughout too. Also ordered the Taiwanese popcorn chicken, serving size is truly good for one person. It is spicier than you think, so go down on spice when in doubt. read more

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Amanda W.

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Ordered Bao Bao cafe the popcorn chicken lunch box and it was terrible. The pieces of "chicken" was only fried dough. I could not taste any chicken pieces in there. I opened one up and it was literally breading! The daikon, egg and steamed broccoli were the highlight of this dish. Would not ordered again. read more

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Stop by for their lunch special pork belly over rice. It was a good deal and the severing size was enough to fill you up. I like the flavor of the pork belly. However the meat on the pork belly was very dry and tough to eat. But the fat and the skin were very good. I like the addition of the lettuce as it helps cut down the fattiness of the pork. Although their menu is not very large they have a lot of good lunch options. read more

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Good portions and flavor! It's in time square kind of tucked away. Very fast service too! I was craving popcorn chicken and this hit the spot read more

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Ambiance (5/5): The establishment extends pretty far back with several large tables in the front and then more private/quiet dining in the back. The tables and décor of high quality, ornate in an oriental theme. I thought it was very welcoming and open. Service (5/5): Order at the front, provided a buzzer, and pick up at the front. The lady in the front was extremely friendly and treated her guests with politeness and a smile! Bao Bao noodles (Medium spice) (5/5): The meal is super affordable and large portions! It was a generous helping of ground meat and then large cuts of Chinese cabbage. The soup was warm, salty, and spicy! Yum** High ratings might be inflated due to an offer of free popcorn chicken if you leave a review (FYI - I did not do this, but plan to show this review so I can redeem next time haha) read more

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Luke B.

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Great food! The lady serving us was super friendly and explained how spicy each setting was. It definitely gets good business during the busy lunch rush. read more

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The place was huge . Neat and clean . I ordered my noodles and grabbed a seat . The noodles were perfectly cooked, the ratio of minced meat was great. But the food lacked flavor . It was okay but not great . The service was great. read more

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Taylee M.

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Okay, this place is a little pricey but a really good healthier lunch spot for FiDi. Service is also really quick with a good amount of indoor seating and takeaway options. It's really clean and fresh inside. I made my own beef bolgogj bowl and they have literally anything you could ever want in your bowl. I appreciated that they let you pick so many things to put in your bowl for no additional cost (besides proteins or specialty add-ins). For example I loaded up my bowl base with so many veggies and sauces --it was delicious and very filling! They give you a good amount of meat on top! read more

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Loved our visit to Bao Bao Cafe near our hotel at our last NYC visit. The Bao Bao noodles with spicy ground pork and baby bok choy was so good - you can choose your own spice level and even though I chose medium, they gave me mild but it still had a good kick. Good portion size, nice clean restaurant, friendly service where they bring it to your table. Bus your own tables. read more

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Alice X.

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Super quick, no frills spot serving local Chinese favorites! My fiancé and I stumbled upon this place after a gym workout. They were closing in 30 minutes but were still happy to serve us, reassuring us that food comes out quickly within 5 minutes. And it sure did come out quickly! We ordered the popcorn chicken over rice and pork belly over rice. Both were extremely flavorful and filling portions. And super affordable prices as well. I will definitely come back for the noodle soups! read more

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Karen H.

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I stopped by here with my friend for some aunthetic southern Chinese noodles with varieties of topping. This place also serves dishes like rice. Atmosphere feels cozy. I heard that popular menu items are Bao Bao Noodles, Little Hot Pot, and Pork Belly with Rice. Everything tastes fresh and delicious and reasonable prices. I had great experience dining here with great service and good quality food. read more

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Doug W.

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I got the bao bao noodles and added shaved lamb (can never tell the difference between lamb and beef but it was awesome) Two for one special on Uber eats. I work a couple blocks away so it was a no brained to order myself some lunch and have an entire meal extra for some point this week (probably the same night because soups like this tend to go quick unless I freeze it.... I'll let you know... no I won't) This was so filling, so delicious, and so fresh! I really enjoyed this! The only thing I might change is maybe just easing back in the salt, jussssssst a touch less, it wasn't overbearing really I just wouldn't mind a half a touch less salt. read more

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Sha H.

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Hit the spot, I wasn't feling well and needed some soup so a friend recommended Bao Bao, the service was good, he gave me a recommendation because I'm back to being a plant based hottie . And well it's definitely touch the bases. read more

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Michelle F.

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Reliable, authentic, flavorful, fast-accommodating service, and affordable -- in Midtown is how I would describe this restaurant. I've been here a few times to pick up lunch during the work day and each time it's been quite fast -- 5-10 minutes (10 when it's quite busy). When you arrive, you can place your order with the cashier and check in on Yelp for a 15% discount (they do honor it actually). There's usually plenty of seating earlier in the week (I assume people WFH) and then sometimes there's no seating at all. The place is relatively clean and spacious (so not everyone is crowded on top of each other). The menu is filled with plenty of authentic options that I will try at some point. I've only ordered one product on the menu, which is their popcorn chicken lunch box (which includes rice, a tea egg (yay! reminds me of my grandma/aunt), and daikon (pickled radish). It's reliable, plentiful, crispy, and nicely coated with spices. It comes out hot and ready to eat. The price for this meal is definitely on the cheaper end for the area. I will definitely be back. read more

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Wil S.

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Not a planned meal walked in and had some great Bam Bam Noddles. Staff friendly and attentive. read more

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After a whole touring day of walking and subwaying in the city I wanted a no-fuss place for dinner that was close to the hotel. Found this spot and overall pretty decent food! --------------- Popcorn chicken: enjoyed the five spice flavor but wished that it was more crispy Bam bam noodles: no skimping on the ground pork though the whole dish could've had a little more flavor Char siu bao: fluffy bun! Slightly sweeter than other char siu baos that I've had. Not a bad thing though especially as it reminded me a lot of Filipino siopao haha Eel with rice: good portion of tender eel. Pretty balanced meal with all of the fixings (egg, radish, broccoli, seaweed)! --------------- Small, chill, order-at-the-counter spot with a few tables for dining. I arrived 30 minutes before closing and at that time food could be ordered only for takeout. read more

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Joan S.

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We do love this place and have eaten here numerous times. We are very fond of their Bam Bam Noodles. I would have given Bao Bao Cafe 5 stars, but we really miss the pork dumpling soup (ordered with extra veggies). We hope they will bring it back! read more

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Come here for lunch all the time! Fastest and tastiest place around the garment district. read more

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Karishma C.

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We had ordered takeout while visiting Portland! Really enjoyed their suan la fen soup and wish I could have it again. read more

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Food was not good. But with plenty empty seats. So there was no wait. They put signs on tables for asking positive reviews and trading free food. read more

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Kathleene S.

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This cafe caught my eye as it's near my workplace. Got takeout with colleagues ~2PM on a Tuesday. It was packed with people eating and lining to order. The restaurant was also very busy preparing orders, so it was a 10 minute wait. They also ended up forgetting my colleague's order, so the total wait time was longer. I got the popcorn chicken, mild. For the portion size, it seemed worth it! Unfortunately the vegetables and the chicken itself were really salty. The popcorn chicken was also a bit too spicy for me, so it was not fun. I think if they decreased the salt (and clarified the spice levels), this would be my go-to place while in the area. They have a fridge of drinks. I thought it was amusing that the soy milk uses Canadian soybeans (I'm from Canada). Lots of seating inside, whether you come alone or with 4-person groups. Overall, would recommend trying this place out. read more

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Sarka M.

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Friendly staff, decent food and pricing is reasonable for what you get. Wish that plastic was not used to eat your food from since we were dining inside. read more

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May L.

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I stopped in for lunch and ordered a couple of noodle soups to go and I think this is a new fav that's going to be in my lunch rotation. I ordered a little hot pot and added fish balls and they let you choose the spice level. I chose mild just to try and next time I'll choose medium. The cashier taking the order was really sweet, I didn't know about the spice level option and had to call my friend to ask what level she wanted while the cashier kindly waited lol. When I stopped in close to noon it was nice and empty, I beat the lunch rush because while I was waiting for my food a few more patrons started trickling in. Once I was able to unpack my soup it was neatly in 2 separate containers, one for the noodles/toppings and another for the hot broth--LOVE that. The soup was delicious of course, I inhaled the entire thing and I will happily be back to try the other menu items. read more

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Tom W.

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Came in the evening and the restaurant was still rather full - a good sign. Ordering was quick and the food was even quicker. Good portion and flavor read more

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Hillary S.

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Amazing aura. Good food. And they offer amazing customer service. It smells so good once you walk into the space! read more

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Nancy D.

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Love their food and amazing prices! I got the beef noodle soup and pork belly rice. Both are delicious and you could not beat this price.

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Good prices and a nice selection of Chinese dishes not really familiar with. Not your basic dishes. Everything was delicious. The person who served us was so nice and attentive. You can tell she really wanted to make sure we enjoyed her restaurant. read more

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Lily W.

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A huge fan of bao bao cafe. You can count on me to come here at least once when I come to New York for work. I came here with my colleagues and they have nothing but great thing to say about their food. I've tried their popcorn chicken, their beef noodle soup, roast pork bun. And I haven't had a dish that's not short of delicious. The staff are always friendly and helpful too. This place is a solid lunch spot, or a casual dinner spot. The food was fast to be ready as well; Its safe to say I will come back for many times in the future. read more

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Peng Z.

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Disappointed and Frustrated - Will Not Be Returning I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at BaoBao Cafe was simply unacceptable. The woman working at the front was very rude. She gave the customer before me a cup of hot water when she asked for it. But when I asked the same to go with my food, she said she can't give out hot water for free. Instead I should order a drink from the drink shelf. I explained to her that I don't feel like cold drinks with my food and I can pay for the water if she can't give to me for free. I also pointed out that she just gave hot water to the customer before me. Eventually she handed me a cup of hot water reluctantly as if she was doing me a big favor. When I finished my food and was about to leave the restaurant, the woman was all smiling to a group of customers at a table. As soon as she sees me passing by, her face changed immediately and gave me a stern look as if I have done something seriously wrong when all I did was asking her for a cup of water. That made me feel very uncomfortable and unwelcomed at this place. I believe if one works in restaurant industry, he/she should treat all customers the same. People like her should not be in this line of business. I am very disappointed that the woman judges customers based on how they look and show different attitude to different people. Your experience might be better depending on her judgment of how you look and whether you are worthy of a cup of free hot water or not. Dining out is supposed to be enjoyable, but this experience left me dissatisfied. I highly recommend avoiding this place. The food was just so so, the service was bad, and the woman at the front made the whole experience uncomfortable. Also, don't be fooled by the high Yelp ratings. They give out free chicken if you leave a positive review. You might repeat my experiences if you happen to be judged unfavorably by the woman at the front. read more

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Derek S.

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Came by the other day for a snack and it was a decent experience. Bao Bao cafe was fully air conditioned and the staff wore a uniform, mask covering their nose and mouth, along with vinyl gloves. There was also a plexi shield protecting the employee. Some of the tables in the cafe also had a plexiglass enclosure. Ordered the popcorn chicken and it was decent, it was spiced to mild as requested and fried. The chicken was ok, wasn't super duper fresh. The highlight was the iced lemon tea which was very fragrant and flavorful. They do have free wifi and take credit cards! read more

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Wei H.

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I got popcorn chicken and spareribs over rice. Too much sauce on the spareribs. Other than that, both dishes are pretty good. Nice and clean inside. Electric sockets by all the tables. No one fights for charging the phone (very nice touch on the design). read more

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Mark L.

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rec: beef noodle soup spicy medium relatively cheap, not busy, decent selection, great service, I would go back! the beef noodle soup can be made spicy and dang it was p spicy. I need to get my coworkers on this read more

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More info about Bao Bao Cafe

214 W 39th St
New York, NY 10018
Midtown West
Directions
(917) 965-2214
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Hours

What time does Bao Bao Cafe open?

Bao Bao Cafe opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Bao Bao Cafe close?

Bao Bao Cafe closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Bao Bao Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Bao Bao Cafe have catering options?

No, Bao Bao Cafe does not have catering options.

Does Bao Bao Cafe have a drive thru?

No, Bao Bao Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does Bao Bao Cafe serve alcohol?

No, Bao Bao Cafe does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Bao Bao Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe allows dogs.

Does Bao Bao Cafe have TVs?

No, Bao Bao Cafe does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Bao Bao Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe has bike parking.

Does Bao Bao Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Bao Bao Cafe have parking?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Bao Bao Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Bao Bao Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Bao Bao Cafe has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We specialize in authentic southern Chinese food, Ramen, noodles, and Rice box.

History

Established in 2015.

One day, three young professionals in Manhattan reached an epiphany and decided to open an authentic Chinese Noodle shop which could be everyone's favorite spot for a quick lunch, yet also provide the perfect atmosphere for an intimate dinner gathering. The three partners come from very different industries. One is in real estate, one is a registered nurse, and the other is a mechanical engineer, but their love of food is what brings them together. Little by little, Bao Bao Cafe came alive with the help of some Bob Marley music, smooth Jazz, and of course its banging noodles. But what really makes Bao Bao Cafe special is the unique talent and skill in the kitchen, combined with an utmost effort to provide the best service and to serve the tastiest noodles in town.

Meet the Business Owner: Liang L.

The majority of Liang's lifetime has been spent in New York City. He enjoys the energy, diversity, creative spirit and most importantly restaurants that make NYC one of the most vibrant places in the world. As a foodie, Liang is committed to create an affordable and authentic Southern Chinese food in this fast paced city.

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4.1(871 reviews)

0.8 mi•Chelsea

As the name implies, it really is an excellent dumpling house!…read more Me and my buddies were in Jersey and New York for some hockey games, and wanted to go to a deli, get some Chinese food, and a slice of pizza. Got off the E train and when we looked for Chinese food, this place popped up with good reviews and it was just a short walk from where we got off the train. My buddies ordered the special lunches and we also got two types of xlb's, beef chow fun, and some fried dumplings. The special lunches come with a little fried rice, cold garlic flavored noodle, choice of egg drop or hot and sour soup, and main side. My buddies all enjoyed their meals. The beef chow fun was also really good and beef was nice and tender. The xiao long baos were excellent and is comparable to any place in California like DTF. Nice and juicy and great with some ginger, soy sauce, and spicy chili. Friendly service and food comes out pretty quickly. Credit card is accepted. Bathroom was also very clean, which is sometimes rare in some Chinese restaurants I have been to. If you're looking for a good Chinese meal, stop here when you're in the Chelsea area.

I've been looking for a place open late-ish to get food in Chelsea now that the Malibu Diner is…read moresadly gone. I hadn't been to EDH in a while and was happy to see they do have later hours (with a smaller late night menu). The place was pretty busy at 10:00 PM last Saturday, with a wide range of diners, which is good for business. The food though, at least that night, was really disappointing. My friend had the chicken dumplings. He said they were okay. I thought they were overcooked. My steamed shrimp shumai were fine, but steamed, they didn't have much flavour. The edamame, on the other hand, had way too much when it should have almost none. I don't know if it was excess salt, MSG or something else, but not good. I should have sent them back. I hope this was just an off night for the kitchen.

0.5 mi•Chelsea, Midtown West

Dining Area

Sizzling Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

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New Dynasty Chinese Restaurant

3.3(45 reviews)

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Big portions. Reasonable prices. Carry out Chinese spot…read morewith fast service. But... Not very clean Egg roll tastes like soap Pork fried rice had no pork and no vegetables

My colleagues and I were in the area when one of them remembered this Chinese restaurant. I hadn't…read morehad Chinese food in ages so we decided to go there. It's your typical takeout Chinese food spot. Apparently, there used to be a few chairs, but after the pandemic, they never put them back. One colleague ordered beef and broccoli with pork fried rice and an order of fried chicken wings. The other colleague ordered shrimp and broccoli but wanted it spicy with veggie fried rice, and I ordered the shrimp with garlic sauce with pork fried rice and an order of fried chicken wings. The service was good and the food was piping hot. Everyone was happy with their meal. Plus, they give you a lot of food. I had plenty to take home. I would come back and try some other things.

1.2 mi•Meatpacking District, Chelsea

81. Shrimp with Garlic Sauce

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Cold sesame noodles $6 Definite must order! Flavorful sauce. Crisp veggies. Noodles are cooked perfectly.

Buddakan

4.1(4.9k reviews)

•$$$$

Ambiance beautiful sat by Buddha wall, food was amazing had edamame dumplings, tuna tartare spring…read morerolls, Cantonese spring rolls, general tso dumplings, chili rock shrimp, Cantonese steamed sole, tangerine chicken, sweet & crispy jumbo shrimp, black pepper beef, Asian stir fry, garlic fried rice and dessert selections of pastries Family style to accommodate the party size Everyone was very well fed. Food was delish Servers were very pleasant Drinks r great

The quality of the food, particularly the desserts, was relatively good. We did the tasting menu…read morenumber 2 and particularly enjoyed the rock shrimp appetizer and the black pepper beef entree as well as the dessert sampler. The pacing of the meal for the quantity of food received seemed very rushed, and we didn't really have a chance to relax and enjoy any of the courses. However, the quality of the experience was a complete disaster particularly for the price. Clearly, the packed restaurant would disagree, but for the four of us anyway, we would not return. It started with the check in process at what felt like a long hotel front desk with multiple, self important hosts and hostesses overseeing your entrance to the cavernous bar/waiting area. One problem is the noise is so deafening that you can't really hear what they say to you but we check in a few minutes early and waited obediently in the bar area chatting. After about 30 minutes (15 after our reservation time), and watching numerous parties large and small who arrived after us be seated by the hostesses wandering through the dimly lit space who peer quizzically and ask your name, my husband went to ask for an update. (We joked that those vibrating lighted buzzers alerting when your table was ready would have been super helpful, but it was amusing to watch while we waited). It was clear they somehow lost track of us as she had him repeatedly spell our (not unusual) name. Anyway, after that, within 10 minutes after that we were taken downstairs to our seats (but not before standing awkwardly in the large dining area near packed tables waiting while our table was cleaned). Server with a heavy accent was kind and mostly helpful so none of this is on him. The busser who managed to spill half a pitcher of cold water on my husband's back, soaking his shirt and jacket and barely apologizing, is a whole other story. We managed to get a glass of his mediocre Cabernet comped for the experience. If I sound annoyed, I guess I still am. I had high hopes for a fun and tasty experience in a cool part of the city and it just wasn't.

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Chop Shop

3.8(286 reviews)

0.8 mi•Chelsea

Absolutely delicious! Gorgeous fresh ingredients, super friendly and prompt service. We had the…read moredrunken noodle and the coconut curry. Both were 10/10. Can't wait to have it again!

File under "Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover" - because you'd never even realize this was a…read morerestaurant when walking by and even after you knew... you might be inclined to keep walking to find something a bit more 'bright' and 'inviting'. (And you'd totally miss out on a great little joint.) I'm a lower middle-class Jersey guy - what the heck do I know about cocktails? But I dove right into one ("Jade Collins") and it was firing on all cylinders. Crisp, clean, strong enough to knock over an ox. Then we got a handful of apps - everyone else swore by all the ones they'd had - but I just tried the Salt & Pepper Shrimp and... sweet baby Jesus, this little plate had a wicked amount of flavor from every angle. "Aggressively seasoned" might be an understatement. Wild. Onto the mains and I ventured towards their Spicy Drunken Noodle (my go-to whenever I'm hitting a Thai restaurant on my home turf) and... yeah, you probably guessed it - incredible. Not the biggest portion but they made every single component sing with flavor. With so much going on - of course I needed to indulge with another drink (hey, I wasn't driving!). There were six of us, it came to about $100 a person... welcome to NYC. But we did get a wide selection of plates/food and those two drinks accounted for about $40 of my tab. (And you'll never see such a heavy wine pour at a restaurant... they filled the glass almost to the rim - which was not even something I'd do for myself when I'm home.) Definitely recommended.

1.2 mi•Meatpacking District, Chelsea

Patio

Salt And Pepper Shrimp

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Patio

Hao Noodle Chelsea

4.3(756 reviews)

Good Chinese Sweet and sore ribs Good place to have Chinese…read moreFood Noodles also yummy especially the spicy one

Food was really great, and had big portions. The cured duck in a claypot was delicious, and I had…read moreenough for a full meal in leftovers! Not bad prices either. One thing was that I have food allergies, and because some food items are prepared, it was difficult for them to accommodate. There were some meals that they could adapt, but if you have food allergies or food restrictions, be prepared to not have access to the full menu. Lost one star because the service was a little lacking: servers were super nice, but it took a while to flag them down for drinks or the check. Other than that, great experience and great food!

Beautiful centerpiece

Kongpao Chicken

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Sweet and Sour Ribs and Crispy Pickled Cucumbercucumber

Philippe Chow

4.0(303 reviews)

1.1 mi•Chelsea

•$$$

Yeah Id say that was a pretty splendid meal. Shared everything thank goodness…read more Started with the wok fried beef dumplings which were good on their own but had this fire ahh spicy honey mustard wow. Then the scallion pancakes which were crispy and airy paired with this very interesting sauce that was clear but tasted like sweet and sour sauce. For mains we got Kung Pao Chicken which was pretty delicious but my star of the show was the Crispy Beef. It was crispy asf and skinny too I didn't know you could make beef skinny like that. Sauce was super tasty and thick. On the side was broccoli which was fine and eggplant which was fine on its own and good with the chili sauce. Split the Fortune Cookie Red Velvet Cake which okay I thought there would be more creativity with adding fortune cookies somewhere in the cake but it was just a cake with fortune cookies on top. Also they put 2 when we had 4 people like lowkey they couldve just put 2 more on there but anyways the cake itself was pretty tasty so can't complain there.

Philippe Chow is why Yelp exists. You would otherwise never know that this upscale Chinese…read moreRestaurant blasts club music and mandates 20% gratuities. The food is all over the place but the main theme is that everything is over-seasoned to please the crowd of people who all were gulping down colorful sugary cocktails with dinner while wearing athletic clothing. Peking duck (for 4-5) had great accompaniments (rare to actually get bao with it) but it was a lackluster portion of duck. Salt and pepper shrimp were offensively salted. Special "mignon" was great. The hand-pulled noodles *gasp* weren't hand pulled. "BBQ" chicken in the other noodles was very dry. Sea bass portion was very small. Scallion pancakes were good. Shrimp dumplings were the highlight. I recommend skipping this restaurant.

0.3 mi•Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen

Maine Lobster: ginger scallion sauce

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Bottle of Moët & Chandon

Chi Restaurant & Bar

4.6(664 reviews)

Private events

Takes reservations

Delicious!! Just ate here for my birthday weekend, I loved the vibe of the place and the waiters…read morewere very kind and polite. We got spring rolls, orange chicken, and truffle beef. Everything was super tasty and flavorful. The orange chicken tasted a lot like orange and the truffle beef was not overwhelmingly truffle flavored. Amazing experience, would definitely recommend to anyone.

I visited this spot a few nights after a birthday dinner at a much trendier fusion restaurant, and…read moreI wish I chose this place instead. Thank you to my Yelp friend Jane D. for suggesting Chi. A comfortable atmosphere with very efficient service, the food was fantastic and authentic, spicy, and fresh. All good choices: --Steamed pork soup dumplings (tasty soup, thicker dumpling) --Spiced beef in chili broth (spicy, yes!) --Green chili chicken with black beans (tasty, a bit less spicy) --Stir fry pea shoots

Chi Bar - Modern bar area with handcrafted cocktails

Midnight Margarita - infused Mezcal, Italicus, Tonka, Mexican Apertif, Vanilla Acid

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Chi Backroom 4 - Perfect for intimate group gatherings

Grand Sichuan Eastern

3.0(152 reviews)

1.0 mi•Chelsea

This is just a neighborhood joint (with a "B" clean rating)…read more MUST ORDER HERE: the cold sesame noodles and the scallion pancake. Those were the highlights for me. I used to live in NYC and cold peanut (or sesame) noodles were on every Chinese menu in the city. Weird that I have never seen them anywhere in San Francisco (or Dallas). They were just scrumptious, and I plan on making them with some grilled chicken next week for a dinner party. I would have liked some chopped scallions on top here, but this place is kinda "no frills". The scallion pancake was nice and crispy, maybe a little oily, but still excellent. Two friends and I split the noodles, the pancake, the mu shu pork and the General Tso's chicken. It all came out pretty fast. Strange too, that no chopsticks were offered.

I've eaten here before, before the pandemic, it was decent. But randomly returning for the same…read moredish which is sub par. I ordered the general tso tofu, it wasn't firm like usual. They must've used all their form tofu and used medium. The breading was convincing but tofu too soft. I still ate the meal since I was semi hungry. Disappointed in consistency. Water closet located next to register. I most likely won't eat here any time soon.