I loved: Beef Bun Someone brought Bun Me Up's beef buns to a party, and they were actually so good that I wanted to write a review. The beef bun was soft, flavorful, and super satisfying. It's the kind of snack that disappears fast once people start trying them. I didn't personally go into the shop this time, so I can't speak much to the service yet, but whoever picked them up made a great choice. These would be perfect to bring to parties, gatherings, or honestly just to have around as an easy crowd-pleaser. I'm definitely interested in stopping by myself now to check out the spot and try more of their menu. If the beef buns are any sign of what the rest of the food is like, I'm excited to come back for more. read more

Bun Me Up - Beef bun - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

it's actually pretty hard to find because it's inside a bar so I didn't know and then Parking is very difficult. But the food was good. I did takeout so I don't know what it's like to eat there. I will say the service is good in the sense that I ordered called to confirm was pretty easy and then they stayed open late in order for me to get my order picked up which I really did appreciate. I would go there again, but not until after the renovations were done on the bar in Front and I had more time to figure out parking. read more

Bun Me Up - A Half Dozen Mix and Match Combo (6) - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

These buns are pretty darned good! But also not that large and sort of pricey. You are warned. Rib eye and pork belly. Give 'em a try! 'nuff said. read more

Bun Me Up - Their food tent - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

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$18.14 Triple Bun Box Fried Vegi Tofu: also very good. Texture lacks a good bite or crunch. Braised Pork Belly: very good Soy Garlic Chicken: VERY good. I'm not sure if I got my money's worth, but if I was local, this place would be visited semi regularly. read more

Bun Me Up - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

I was attending a night market event in San Jose and saw Bun Me Up offers a vegetarian option - fried vegetarian tofu buns - so I decided to order it. It contains marinated tofu with panko bread crumbs, fried till crispy, with assorted vegetables in a BBQ glaze. It was quite good, the BBQ part is sweet and sour and the breaded tofu was yummy, crispy, and didn't just taste like plain tofu so I felt they did a good job with the texture and flavoring of the tofu. Only downside was I wish it was more food quantity for the cost. read more

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Our union got food catered from Bun Me Up again. I personally ate the pork belly and I can say that it's great. Nice and fatty, moist, soft, and tasty flavors. Well balanced combo of flavors this time with the pickled onions. I loved also the cilantro flavor to contrast. I would come back to eat the pork belly again. My coworker liked the beef bowl as well. read more

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I loved the tofu Chinese five spice bun. It was so good. It was thoroughly flavored. A bit sweet though. Portion size was fairly small for the price as well. read more

We were craving bao buns and were so excited to find this place in San Pedro Square. We got a bit turned around at first since we didn't know their kitchen serves food in Tiki Pete's Bar. We walked in on the bar having a special girls night out strip show which added to the fun! We ordered the Shoyu pork buns and Daddy's ribeye buns and both were amazing. Our favorite was the shoyu pork buns! The chopped and pickled veggies on top was a great touch and so was the sauce and marinade of the meats. We will definitely be back! read more

Bun Me Up - Shoyu Pork Buns - Pair Set - 2 Buns and Daddy's Beef Ribeye Buns - 2 Buns - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

Food is really good! Ive tried all their bun flavors before and I think the chicken one is my favorite, the fried garlic on top is the best part. Close runner ups for me are the beef and the shoyu pork. The tofu is also surprisingly good and better than what I expected, its really crispy and flavorful. The pickled vegetables are so good!! I usually dont like onions but the pickled ones here are yummy I like the signage of the store and the names and captions on the menu are really fun to read. read more

Bun Me Up - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

We ordered catering from Bun Me Up for my baby shower and it was an absolute hit! Josh was incredibly easy to work with, extremely communicative and responsive. We were able to get all the food delivered to our venue in Berkeley without any issues. We ordered the braised pork belly, soy chicken, and fried tofu buns, and every bun was delicious. Would highly recommend considering Bun Me Up for catering future events!! read more

Bun me up is SO GOOD. I've tried all the bun options on the menu and they're all amazing. My favorites are shoyu and soy garlic chicken. It's obvious that the ingredients they use are fresh and good quality. I love the combo of the warm bun and flavorful meat with the cold, crispy vegetables. Also the presentation is so colorful and pretty! I get so excited when I see Bun Me Up's booth at events. I would definitely recommend :) read more

Bun Me Up - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

Haven't had such fluffy buns filled with succulent and flavorful cuts of meat in a while. A friend and I tried their Braised Pork belly Buns, Shoyu Pork Buns, Shaking Beef Buns, crispy tofu buns, Angry bird bowl (off-menu), and mango lassi. Most everything was great, especially the braised pork belly and shoyu pork buns. The tender soy marinated cuts of pork really hit the spot, and I loved the ají verde sauce that came w the shoyu pork bun. The shaking beef reminded me of the sweet and savory korean bbq meats, and the crispy tofu bun had a hickory bbq flavor. I really enjoyed the angry bird bow! It's an off menu item with aromatic fried rice and spicy sautéed chicken. So good! Mango Lassi was a nice smoothie to wash it all down Our host was very kind and informative. The business is run by young chefs and they seem very honest and open to advice! Bun Me Up is located in the Tiki Pete Bar, good music and great place to chill at night. read more

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OMG - I ordered a large number of buns catered for an adult birthday party and they delivered - metaphorically and literally. The bao buns were a huge hit with all the guests; I mean - the pork belly buns were gone before I even noticed. We had beef buns, tofu buns, and chicken buns were also wildly popular. Perfect party food! 1000% will be ordering again for a future event! Food was so good and so much was happening, I didn't grab a pic - but you know what they look like. Also - their trays just LOOK impressive when set out on a table. A whole tray of beautiful bao buns looks amazing - AND - tastes amazing! Thanks so much for the fast catering turnaround - everyone was so happy! read more

I've been wanting to try these buns for so long and I was so disappointed :( I ordered the pork belly buns at Tiki Pete's. The pork belly was both dry and greasy, the vegetables were not fresh, and the pickling medium had way too much sugar to vinegar. I also just felt bleh after eating them. Logistics: - I ordered these as the food option in the downtown SJ Tiki Pete bar, though it looks like they cater as well. I arrived as soon as the bar opened *at 6* to avoid the bar crowds. - indoor seating only - near paid public parking garages and lots of transit options - there is a vegetarian bao bun read more

Its inside tiki pete! I was confused searching for it initially. All the buns are good especially the pork belly, which was my favorite.

Buns are soft and there are options for tofu (love this!), beef, chicken and pork. They can be packed individually and personalized based on a guest's selections. read more

I had their buns at a catered event and their food is amazing. I tried the garlic chicken, beef, and work and I think the chicken one was my favorite. It has a bit of a kick from the chili but not too spicy. All the sauces on the buns really complement each protein and the fresh veggies and pickled onions really balance the buns. For entree three is enough for a meal. I'll definitely be coming to try more things at this place or order catering for events. read more

The banhmi was super tasty with fresh and flavorful ingredients . I ordered it while at the airport waiting for the flight - it didn't take long for the order to be delivered read more

I'm always nervous about trying places that are pop ups inside of other establishments, but I saw this spot featured on SJ restaurant week and as a lover of Vietnamese food I was convinced to give it a shot. The portion size of the Brazilian chicken plate was generous and the smell of the meat certainly got the dog excited on the way home. I liked how balanced the bowl was with the rice, beans, onions, and a very generous helping of meat. One thing I will say is that everything in the bowl is very spicy! We split the plate between two people and neither of us could finish our portions. I trust that this spot knows how to make their meat and serves up delicious food, but I would opt for something different on my next visit. The pickup experience was fast and straightforward, I stood around for a minute before realizing I had to press the button for someone to come assist me at the counter. Hopefully I get to try some other items on their menu before they pack up and move on to their next location! read more

We used Bun Me Up for one of our catering events at SJSU and they were a hit! The students were huge fans of rolled tofu and in fact, that was eaten more than the other tasty option, soy garlic chicken. From what we saw, both options were popular fillings and the fresh toppings really brought the entire bun together. They offer dairy free buns as well if you need to cater to lactose intolerance. Joshua was very good at communicating throughout the entire process and showed up right on time for delivery as well. Highly recommend! read more

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We needed a quick snack prior to returning home. The internet drew us to Bun me up, an Asian fusion restaurant. They share a kitchen with another restaurant and are currently only doing take out. They have a twist with Asian meats in a bao bun with sauce and pickled veggies. These are sandwiches are not large but huge with great flavors. The owner is doing it all and was pleasant as he explained the concept. We ordered (2 per order) different bao buns. Our first order was the Daddy's beef ribeye buns (shaken beef) with pickled veggies. HOMERUN! The flavors complimented the sauteed beef and crispy pieces of veggies. The second order was Shoya (Korean) pork with pickled veggies. Another HOMERUN! The meat flavors were bold and m eff lt in your mouth. The tastes were fabulous. I should ordered more but had as plane to catch. We ate them in the car and throughly enjoyed each and every bite. This was unique, delicious and another twist on someone thinking outside the box. Treat yourself and stop by here to wake up your mouth, you won't be disappointed. read more

Bun Me Up - Shaken beef bao buns, incredible! - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

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Tried the pork belly and beef and they were both so delicious! Had a hard time finding the location but very happy we didn't give up.

Bun Me Up is a fantastic caterer! I was planning an engineering networking event for college students, and Bun Me Up graciously offered their services. Bun Me Up was incredibly communicative, professional, and flexible throughout the whole catering process. Bun Me Up offered a wide range of filled buns that satisfied a myriad of dietary needs. Participants of my event raved about how delicious the food was! Participants especially liked how much effort was put into the delectable vegetarian options. I highly recommend Bun Me Up! read more

This is located at a ghost kitchen off of Ruff Drive - there's tons of options to select from but not all options will be available. If you're a huge fan of the Peking duck buns, you will like Bun Me Up. I tried 3 buns: - shoyu pork: 5/5 - my favorite, very tender and flavorful - shaking beef: 4/5 - pieces were kind of big plus it was on the chewier side, so it made it difficult to take bites without everything falling out of the bun - braised pork: 3/5 - had the most pieces of meat, however, overly salty in my opinion All buns came with the toppings which include shredded cabbage, pickled carrots and daikon, green onion & chives - all complemented the buns really well. Also, buns were soft and fluffy which I really enjoyed. This place has a lot of potential and I can see it getting very popular once they open up at a mall or their own store front. read more

Bun Me Up - Shoyu Pork Buns, Shaking Beef Buns, Braised Pork Belly Buns - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

Their shoyu pork was really good. Loved the green sauce with contrasting cilantro based flavors. The braised pork belly with its pickled slaw is also amazing. I'm just ok with the shaking beef. The beef I got is not the same as what I've seen in the pictures, but still delicious. This is a no frills place since it's located in what looks like a shared kitchen. They call it a ghost kitchen, but no need to freak out if you're surrounded by office buildings. This could be the future of takeout food. You get your food and go. There's no wait staff, and only 2 restrooms for like 20 restaurants in one building. I ate my buns in less than 5 minutes in the car although there is a small outdoor seating area. I came back out to order a 6 pack of their plain pan fried buns for my daughter. The plain buns were only $6! read more

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From the folks behind Chicken Paddy comes Bun Me Up. Both are located at 949 Ruff Food ghost kitchen in North San Jose. Bun Me Up is various buns loaded with different meats, veggies and toppings. I tried all of the buns except the tofu and my favorite has to be the shoyu pork belly. It is so tender and it is quite saucy which I love. The bun comes with pickled vegetables and other toppings. A close 2nd would be the shaken beef buns which has lots of flavor and brings the classic Vietnamese dish in a portable form. The buns are a perfect snack for only $7 for 2 pieces, that's a great deal. I also highly recommend the mango lassi which is perfectly sweet, creamy and so refreshing. It goes well with the buns. If you're not into creamy drinks, go for the Filipino cantaloupe drink which is light and refreshing. It is the perfect pick me up for your snack. Big props to them for offering mix and match combos just in case you can't decide on which one to try. After writing this review, I am craving them! read more

Bun Me Up - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came for a Yelp event where I was able to try the buns. Basically it includes marinated meats with a warm steamed bao and marinated veggies and sauce similar to what you'd see in a traditional banh mi. The braised pork belly was def my favorite. Tender , flavorful and compliments the bao and veggies well. Location is at a ghost kitchen on 949 ruff drive , you can order online for pick up or order delivery. read more

Bun Me Up - Pork belly. Shaking beef. Shoyo pork - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

Stumbled upon this place on door dash and we decided to order takeout. We ordered half dozen mix and match. We chose to order all the buns - shoyu pork, shaking beef, crispy bbq tofu, braised pork, and spicy pork. Everything was tasty and all the buns came with pickled vegetables, cucumbers and cilantro, which reminded me of pickled vegetables in a Vietnamese sandwich. All the buns had different flavor and sauce. There were a balance of flavor for each bun. Overall, everything was good and flavorful. I like that they have a vegetarian option. The mix and match was $20 so it gave us the option to order and try each flavor bun. I'll definitely be ordering bun me up again. read more

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I came to Ruff Kitchen with no idea of what I was going to order. After looking at the menu or different places for 20 mins, I finally decided to order some buns from Bun Me Up. The prices were pretty good and I wanted some cheap eats. I got the Mix and Match buns for $8. I chose the crispy tofu bbq bun and the shoyu pork bun. I also ordered the blackberry guarana. The wait was about 15 mins from when I placed my order. Not bad since I was originally given a 30 min wait. I was notified through text when the order was ready. I went to the designated locker where my order was and grabbed everything. They did not have to confirm that it was my order. The buns came in a cool divided takeout box and was nicely labeled with which bun was which. The buns smelled so good but presentation was alright. I'm not too focused on that since I know it's not always important. The buns were a little oily on the outside. The shoyu bun was good but not absolutely spectacular to me. I liked the crispyness of the tofu bun. The tofu was a mixture of mushed tofu and vegetables. I didnt like the bbq pairing but loved the panko breaded tofu. The blackberry guarana was absolutely delicious! It was the perfect amount of sweetness. Was absolutely very refreshing! Overall, if I were looking for something small and affordable, I'd come again to try the other buns and their other drinks! read more

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Oh wow this place is like a Chinese/Vietnamese fusion! I have never tried anything like this before and it is sooo flavorful. If you've ever tried Peking Duck at Chinese restaurants and love it, you'd need to try this place! I love this because the concept is similar but with different flavors of meat and they even have a fried tofu (vegetarian) option! I ordered 1 braised pork, 1 shaking beef, and 1 shoyu pork and they were all so tasty! I personally found the shoyu pork to be the best tho because they added this green sauce on it that made it so much better. I'd definitely come back for more of the shoyu pork! Ordering is made easy through the kiosk inside where there are also many other food items that you can check out. You can also order through their website. read more

Bun Me Up - Bottom up: Braised Pork Belly Buns, Shoyu Pork Buns, Shaking Beef Buns - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

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If I were going to a potluck this is exactly what I would be bringing for my dish! Who doesn't love a good platter of soft buns? Here's what we recommend: +Shoyu Pork +Braised Pork Belly +Shaking Beef +Spicy Pork +Crispy BBQ Tofu +Mango Lassi drink Bun Me Up is operated via ghost kitchen in San Jose. They're open everyday 11:30-8:30! It's so hard to come by a business that does unique flavored buns like so and were glad to have them as an option now! Follow my food instagram for more Bay Area recommendations! @duyoufeelhungry read more

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Dem BUNS dough! Literally, my son Caevin and I loved these sheking beef buns! Bun me up is literally the hippest Asian version of tacos or chalupas that you would know bao! Approved for sure! read more

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Found this place on Yelp and I'm glad I did. The concept of ghost kitchen that was confusing and new to me, putting food in lockers with minimal social interaction. Ordered the half dozen bun assortment of Shoyu Beef, Shaking Beef, and Braised Pork. 6 buns for $20!! Each bun was delicious and full of flavor. The meats were tender, savory, pairing well with the medley of vegetables from lettuce, purple cabbage, and carrots. The buns themselves had a nice char, making it crunchy and also had a sweet flavor profile too. Would definitely visit again to get these mouthfuls of flavor!!! read more

Bun Me Up - Half Dozen Mix & Match Combo - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

I had high hopes for Bun Me Up, a pop-up in Downtown San Jose. Finding the location was a little tricky--has an address but once you're there--no signs or clear instructions on how to locate it. Luckily, I was just right outside the place when Josh the owner saw me and kindly lead me to the establishment which was inside a tiki bar with whom they share a kitchen with. I ordered an assortment of baos for a party. The presentation was eye-catching and practical, making it great for gatherings. Service from their catering partner, Catering Cow, was stellar--5/5 for their efficiency and friendliness. As for the food, it was a mixed experience: * The pork belly bao was fantastic--juicy, flavorful, and easily the highlight of the meal. * The beef ribeye bao was too sweet for my liking and on the drier side, not my favorite. * The pork shoyu bao was also dry but had a better balance of flavors compared to the ribeye. * The vegan tofu bao had great texture but struggled with flavor balance. The onion hoisin jam, pickled slaw, and naturally sweet bao bun made it overly sweet. The tofu-to-bun ratio was off; once the tofu was gone, it left a hollow bun filled with slaw and onion hoisin jam. I wish it had more of the crispy tofu in it, or maybe just a smaller sized bao for even ratio. They did mention they're still testing the tofu bao, which is promising, but as of now, it needs a little refinement. Overall, I'd rate the food 3/5. Presentation, convenience with online ordering, and friendly service from Josh and Catering Cow 5/5. Bun Me Up has great potential, but there's room for improvement. I'd give them another try in the future because they offer a unique and convenient food option for special occasions or gatherings, but I'd probably stick to the pork belly bao in the meantime! read more

We ordered through Ubereats and it was delivered in about 45 minutes. Love the option to try a variety of flavors and the price is not bad but the baos are smaller than expected. They also missed one of our order but we were refunded and provided a $5 credit on Ubereats. Shoyu Pork Bun: If you like fatty meat, this is the bun for you. My husband loves it for that reason but it was too much for me. Braised Pork Belly Bun: This was my favorite of all the buns I tried. The meat was flavorful, not too heavy, & tender. Shaking Beef Bun: The marinade is unique for shaking beef so it was my 2nd favorite but the beef itself was a little overcooked/dry. Crispy BBQ Tofu Bun: The tofu itself is not the usual white block but is made of a mixture that reminds me of falafel. It was interesting but not something I would order again. Spicy Pork Bun: This was the missing order :"( Brazilian Lemonade: It's creamier but also very sour. I would not order this again. read more

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Let me put you on about how crazy I am a-BAO these buns from Bun Me Up . I'm a sucker for a good bun in general, and these definitely beat my expectations with how soft, pillowy, and fresh they were. I was also pleasantly surprised by how generously stuffed each bun was, and how well the savory goodness of the meat paired with the refreshing sweetness of the red onions, lettuce, daikon, and cilantro. Their buns are seriously so unique, and I love how they incorporate traditional Asian flavors such as kimchi, shaking beef, and shoyu to craft these beautiful fusion creations. Sadly they ran out of the fried tofu option when I visited, but you already know I'll be coming back again soon to get all the flavors again. Make sure to also eat these quick, since they do get a little bit soggy after a while! Definitely make sure to check out their ghost kitchen at 949 Ruff Drive in San Jose, and support an Asian-owned and operated business! read more

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Tried Bun Me Up the other day with my partner was pleased with what we got. I ordered Bun Me Up on Uber Eats for around 4:30 P.M. and the ETA was a reasonable 30 minutes. We ordered one each of every flavor since we wanted to get the full experience and also ordered one Filipino Cantaloupe juice on the side. I will say once you ordered these buns, please eat them immediately, the buns will get super soggy really fast. I recognize this may be my fault since it took us around an hour for us to get to them after we purchased them. Besides that, the buns had a really good flavor, were soft, and had a good chew. My favorite bun was the Shaken Beef because we do always love a good Bo Luc Lac moment, and what I appreciated too was the fresh slaw to make it taste more balanced. As for the other buns, both the shoyu and braised pork had very fatty meat so if you're into that, you would enjoy it, while the spicy pork was very reminiscent of Korean bbq. If you're a vegetarian or want a break from meat you may enjoy the crispy tofu bun too, I will say the sauteed onions were the best part of it. In total with 6 buns, 4 sauces (sauces are $0.50 each), and a drink, I paid roughly $27. If you're looking for some cheap eats, I would come here and try it out. read more

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Great place for baos :) I have been looking for a place that sells tasty baos that are actually worth the price. The taste, portion, and quality is amazing! I got the the braised pork, shoyu pork, shaking beef, and a mango lassi. Each bao was unique and delicious. If I had to pick, I would say the shoyu was my favorite as I love pork belly. The meat was already flavorful, and it came with the aji verde sauce that paired perfectly with it. A close second is the shaking beef. The meat was super tender. The buns were nice and soft and the pickled veggies were tasty! Pickup was very easy (order was in a locker). read more

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Got Bun Me Togo for the office. What a in and tasty choice. I especially liked the fried tofu. We ordered two types of pork and the beef. This was a big hit with everyone. The food came with a variety of sauces but I just used the meat and some veggies to go in the bun. It was so good. I think this is a place I will definitely order from again. It was great for large groups. read more

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* ghost kitchen * Location: shared space with other kitchens Food: I order the Shaking beef buns and they were delicious! Each order comes in two, flavorful! Drinks: the mango lassi was added with a touch of cinnamon on top, also a winner! read more

Bun Me Up - Mango Lassi - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Jose, California

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