Authentic Chinese sports bar with delicious cocktails, food, and true Baltimore charm. This spot has only been open for about 6 months now, and I've been hearing great things, so I decided to check it out! I loved the mix of Orioles gear, Ravens memorabilia, and traditional Chinese decor. Service was very quick, server was knowledgeable and had great recommendations, and the food was outrageously good. I ordered the pork egg rolls (which I was told they roll in-house), the zha jiang mian, the stir fry green beans, and a chili oil margarita. The green beans were outstanding, which I was not expecting to be my favorite dish! The seasoning was like a soy garlic and they were cooked perfectly. The chili oil margarita was spicy, boozy, and something unusual that I had never tried before. The chili oil gives it a unique flavor and lots of spice. Although the food was a bit on the expensive side, the portions they give you lasted me 2-3 meals, which is definitely worth it. I can't wait to come back to try more of their food and watch some sports! read more

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Saw this place as I was driving down Eastern Ave and ordered a bunch of takeout with friends to try for a Sunday lunch. We went when it first opened so service was quick. We got: -Wood ear mushroom salad: I always love a wood ear mushroom salad, but I wanted the dressing to be a little punchier and more flavorful -Chicken wings: tender meat and sauce was tasty -Zha jiang mian: this wasn't my favorite, the noodles were overcooked without any bite, and the meat sauce wasn't as savory as I usually like -Cumin lamb: this was the best dish overall, the lamb was very tender and flavorful. Loved the cumin which wasn't overpowering. My friends also liked it because it was spiced but not spicy. -Sauerkraut with ribs: this was my least favorite, I was expecting the vegetables to have more bite to them but they were more like German sauerkraut (overcooked and soft). The pork ribs were also a little overcooked. -Stir fry green beans: cooked very well, super flavorful Overall food was solid, and I'd try it again! read more

All I'm going to say is run, do not walk to Bao Di. Housed in the Highlandtown neighborhood of the city, Bao Di is a family owned spot where practically everyone is welcome. Bao Di which means treasured land is a concept rooted in the belief that certain places hold power to attract prosperity, good fortune and spiritual energy. Owned by a beautiful husband and wife team, Bao Di is a place that is as vibrant, resilient and full of possibility to the people that call it home Stopped in last night with a good friend of mine, this spot has been on each of our bucket lists for months and we both had the availability to check them out. So glad we did too. Thursday evening was pretty quiet so we were able to grab a table and order. Their menu was full of really nice comfort Chinese dishes and classic American Chinese favorites, along with unique cocktails. We didn't order any alcohol, we pretty much stick to our hot tea. So let's get into what we ordered. When I dine out with my buddy, we tend to order a plethora of food to try. For appetizers, we had the wood ear mushroom salad, scallion pancakes and the pork egg rolls. The scallion pancakes are to for here. Nice and crispy and the dipping sauce they make is in house. All of the sauces are made in house and with love. The pork egg rolls was nice and crispy and fresh out the fryer. Wood ear mushroom salad was delicious and the tangy dressing was nice and fresh and flavorful. For the wood ear mushrooms, it's all about texture and it's an acquired taste. For dinner we did the Mongolian beef and Braised pork belly, so good. If you like Mao braised pork which is a hunan style dish, you would love this. The pork was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so yummy, soaked it up with the rice. So flavorful. The Mongolian beef was really good as well, beef was nice and tender. It doesn't come spicy so they have their in house chili oil to kick up the heat. The menu had so many yummy options, so I will be returning. We also got a chance to meet one of the owners, Eric who was such a sweetheart. We asked him, if the restaurant will be participating for the upcoming Chinese New Year. He said they will advertise their specials on their IG page. He also mentioned best nights to come are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. It tends to get busy on Friday nights and Mondays they are closed. Bao Di is a wonderful addition to the Highlandtown community and I wish them so much success. Make sure you stop in. SYOY read more

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I'm a huge fan of Bao Di and I'm excited to have them in the neighborhood. We went in for lunch and it was clean and quiet and both staff members working were very nice and attentive. We started with the fried chive cakes which came out piping hot and absolutely delicious. We got the pork bao buns and the bun was soft and pillowy and the pork was flavorful. We also got the salt and pepper shrimp and it was quite a nice rendition of one of my favorite dishes. Crispy head on shrimp, lots of onions and peppers and very salty and peppery! I can't wait to go back to try more things because the menu is extensive! If you're craving Chinese this is the place! read more

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Got food delivered from here and absolutely loved it! If I had to pick a favorite, it would be the scallion pancake. Phenomenal texture (crunchy with a chew) and flavors along with a savory/tangy dipping sauce. The kung pao chicken and Singapore noodles (curry flavored rice noodles) were also so delicious. Hope to go in person soon and try more of their menu! read more

Bao Di - Singapore Rice Noodles (top), Kung Pao Chicken (middle), Scallion Pancakes (bottom) - Salad Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

People on my neighborhood page started posting about the soft opening of Bao Di and how it was so amazing they kept going back and back. I finally had the opportunity to go with some neighbors and it did not disappoint. It was pretty busy but we had 7pm reservations and were sat right away. We had a server but everyone took care of us including the owner. We had scallon pancakes and potstickers for appetizers. I love scallon pancakes. This one was so flaky and not as greasy as most of them are. The pot stickers were full of pork. Both of them came with a soy sauce with some garlic. So good. Now the main dishes! Our favorite was the Cumin Lamb. It was so tender I didn't believe it was lamb. We also had the braised pork belly and eel. They were good, but that lamb. We loved the art on the wall and they space was open and lively. We can't wait to go back. read more

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We had an outstanding experience here after a Creative Alliance event. The menu has both American Chinese food and more traditional dishes. We had a mix of everything and everything was delicious. The scallion pancakes and general Tso's tofu were amazing, and the Singapore Mi Fen was even better the next day. They also have donuts for dessert, which are basically deep fried biscuits covered in white sugar. This is possibly the best Chinese food in Baltimore. read more

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We stopped in for the soft opening of Bao Di after waiting months to find out what would occupy the space. My husband and I were so excited to see signage go up, we have been eagerly waiting to try out Bao Di! The staff were all super friendly and were hustling all night. They were slammed, but stayed cool under pressure and were very apologetic (even though they needn't be!) about anything coming out late. The food was incredible! We wanted a little of everything and left with three boxes of the most delicious leftovers. The chicken satay was tender and saucy, I often find them thin and dry but these were good pieces of chicken. The crispy pork was really good, super sweet and tangy and very crunchy, but I think if the meat were sliced a little thicker, it would have been a bit less like a candy texture. Both of the soups - wonton and egg drop - were on point, so savory and warm. The main was a big portions and so, so, so scrumptious. I'm a freak about my fried rice, and this is absolutely my new go-to, lots of fresh veg for a little crunch, egg, and it wasn't too salty. The stir fried tofu was a fantastic pair, I loved how the tofu was textured and sliced very thin. This dish is spicy - beware! - and I loved every bite, even if I was sweating a bit after. To finish it off, the donuts were super yummy and pillowy soft with a light coating of sugar. The Bao Fizz was a great cocktail, it tasted so light and fresh. I recommend this to anyone looking to try a new, authentic Chinese place, and I will definitely be back to try more! read more

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My family and I really enjoyed this place. My wife and son had actually been there before and loved it. This time, my wife got the cha-cha chicken. She loved it. My son got the orange chicken again, which he also loves. I got the Mapo tofu bowl. It was good, but I think I like firmer tofu better. The service was great. Ambience is very nice. We actually bought a couple pictures from a local artist who had them on the wall. read more

Amazing place with slightly elevated Asian classics in a chill atmosphere with a nice bar. The scallion pancakes were deliciously crispy and the Bao Fizz was great. Had NFL on at the bar, nice chill place to watch a game. read more

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Yay a good (non-American) Chinese restaurant in Highlandtown! The interior is beautiful and inviting. The staff is lovely and happy to engage. Hot and sour soup: yes very good! Love this variation with mushrooms and tofu. Wood ear mushroom salad: mushrooms cooked right, wish the dressing was more assertive/flavorful though. As described, the dressing was the reason I got this dish. Spicy pepper stir fry tofu: love a dish with tofu sheets. The chew and texture adds dimension to any dish. However, this was flat flavor-wise, not spicy, and was just missing any depth. Was hoping for more. There are many things on the menu that are enticing and I'll be back to try them! read more

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This place is amazing! I have been here three times since it opened in October and I have to tell you hands down this place has the best Chinese food. The owners are amazing and Monica the bartender is fantastic! If you love Chinese food then get over here asap. And for the record yo won't be hungry 20 Minutes later. They feed you right. read more

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A welcome, highly anticipated new establishment to Highlandtown located on Eastern Avenue. We were greeted so eagerly and warmly when we walked in. Bao Di was already busy when we arrived but luckily there was a free table by the window (there is also a bar at which you can dine). We noticed, perhaps intentional, perhaps not, they were keeping families with small children on one side of the restaurant and then groups of adults and couples on the other side. Which for a party of the latter, we were quite happy to have a calmer area to dine. We ordered a chinese beer, the cucumber salad and the crab rangoon to start. The cucumber salad was light but flavorful and the crab rangoon was probably the best I've ever had. We then enjoyed the Three Cup Chicken (definitely worth the wait) and the Cumin Lamb. Both entrees were so delicious and hearty and while I'm looking forward to trying even more from the menu I'm also desperate to get back and have the chicken and lamb again. read more

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Finally had a chance to try out Bao Di!!!! I've been hearing nothing but good things since they opened. The best part has to be the owners and their love of the food they want to share with the community. They offered such great insight on what various menu items were and their favorites. The cheese wontons were excellent - the cheese was slightly sweet! The wings were crispy and served with their Bao Di sauce which was divineeeee! The shredded potatoes were so interesting- crispy and covered in vinegar. The udon noodles were what i came for and they did not disappoint! The tofu was the perfect texture as well. They had a lychee martini special that was SO good. Strong but balanced and they have the freshest lychees - so sweet and juicy! What a cool spot in Canton/Highlandtown, I even wanna come back to watch a game at the bar one day since they have TVs! Cannot wait to go back to try the eggplant dish and some other items! read more

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This new spot on Eastern is an absolute gem. It's small, so I would recommend getting a reservation ahead of time- but well worth the wait. The potato chive pancakes were outstanding- very crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Both entrees at our table were incredible, especially the sesame chicken. Highly recommend and can't wait to come back. read more

Very friendly service. Great cocktails. Plenty of different noodle, rice and stir fry options. I had the clay pot chicken curry special the last time I went and it was great. read more

Bao Di is an absolute gem in Highlandtown and an exciting addition to the Baltimore food scene. Every dish we tried was outstanding. The Mongolian beef was incredibly tender and packed with flavor, and the sweet and sour chicken was a classic done perfectly, so crispy and satisfying. The bao bun special was so delicious that it truly deserves a permanent spot on the menu. The walnut shrimp was pure nostalgia in the best way, sweet, crunchy, and completely crave worthy. The chicken chow mein was divine, full of flavor and not greasy at all, which is hard to get right. We ordered with the intention of having leftovers, but everything was so good that we barely made it out with any. I am already planning to order takeout again today. The service was just as impressive as the food. George took exceptional care of us. I never once had to ask for anything. Everything was attentive, seamless, and genuinely welcoming. The lychee martini was delicious and absolutely should be a staple on the drink menu, not just a special. Bao Di delivers incredible food, impeccable service, and a dining experience that makes you want to come back immediately. Highly recommend. This place is going to be a favorite. read more

Got this for takeout as our usual go-to places for Chinese were closed tonight. We knew it would be more expensive than an average carryout place, but we were not expecting how tiny the portions would be or how bland the food was. Guessing they're planning on surviving off their ambiance, as the place looks cool from the outside. Trust me, there are better options in the area. read more

The food was super good. My girlfriend (not to brag) and I got a bunch of different things and our only criticism was the portion size especially for the price. I probably would not go back based on the amount of food you get but enjoyed our visit regardless. read more

The lamb in the cumin lamb is not fresh, easily tasted out compared to other Chinese restaurants and the waitress said "has reported the complain" but cannot do anything. The only solution they gave was they will improve this NEXT TIME. Others dishes are not authentic Chinese ones. Overall, an over rated American chinese restaurant. Ambiance is good but a little too loud for conversations. read more

Wonderful place. Authentic, authentic NE Chinese cuisine, along with great Chinese-American staples like potsticker. A diamond in the rough. Everything was wonderful. read more

Been awhile since I have been impressed this much. The ambiance service and food all were on point. Great family running this place . It's nice to see this much effort put into a dining experience. A must and often do. Can't wait to go again. Thanks so much you guy's are doing it right. read more

The food was okay, Not really worth the price. The cocktails not very presenting, and just taste it like something was just slapped together, and not a thought was put in it. read more