You know what? For a small-town Asian joint in a college town, this place isn't half bad. They aren't afraid to use a clever title for their restaurant name despite its association with digestive issues (disclaimer: it didn't bother my typically finicky intestines at all). Serving up tasty cuisine that's much more authentic than those sketchy Chinese takeout places, their bao and dumpling game is strong! While it's impossible to find a menu online, and their website consists of an Instagram page, this is the way the younger generation gets their information. And it works. The pork belly bao is relatively comparable to what I've eaten in China, so props to the cooks at IB! Notice I'm not calling this dish "bao buns" like everyone else which is typical language in the states. That's actually redundant as bao in Chinese already implies a filled bun, literally translated as parcel or package. And there is no need to call it a "filled bun bun." Autocorrect is already on my case about that double wording! But I digress. Yes, if you're in Auburn, grab a tasty Asian snack here and you won't be disappointed. read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Pork belly bao - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

Very quick service and casual atmosphere. The spicy beef bao had great Sichuan peppercorn flavor. I didn't think the buffalo chicken bao was anything special, but my friends loved it. The crispy brussel sprouts were delicious. read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Buffalo chicken and beef baos - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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Limited menu and not many options for folks who aren't into spicy food. Very disappointed. Portions are good, customer service is fair, and their peach tea was refreshing which is why I'm giving it two stars. Other than that as I stated limited options and we arrived as soon as they opened and they were "out of bang bang shrimp" already...... Well maybe it shouldn't be offered on the menu if it's not going to be an available option and possibly substitute it with something else. Not a place I'd recommend. read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Buffalo Chicken dip bao Sweet and spicy bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

YUM! The street brussels are the best brussel sprouts I've ever had. I've been thinking about them for days. The baos are also really good. My favorite is the tofu chicken curry. love that they have plenty of vegan/vegetarian options! The menu changes frequently so there's always something new to try. It is posted on their Instagram daily. There is almost guaranteed to be a line, but it moves pretty fast! Plenty of seating inside or you can order ahead and pickup your order to go! read more

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The best Bao I've ever had is in Auburn, Alabama. No lie. Expect to wait in line but the line moves fast. The owner might put you on his instagram story. We're all family here. The Auburn Family. War Eagle to this place. read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Curry Tofu Bao - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

We were passing through and thought we would check out some southern food and instead stumbled across this bao place(?). Never thought Bo would see bao and buffalo chicken together and I was talked into it by the waitress. Glad she did. Big Fan now! The owner has an awesome story and was in the thick of it. Franchise this place! read more

We showed up last Saturday and the line was out the door. However, the line moved fast and the food was well worth the wait!! Seriously, everything we ate was amazing! Such a cool family friendly atmosphere and vibe. Also, connected with the owners who are amazing people. Highly recommended! After eating our family said, "Wow, everything was delicious...see why people keep coming back and lining up out the door!" #Auburn #theBaoMovement read more

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Irritable bao is definitely a staple of the auburn community. For the limited hours they are open, people line up to order from the rather limited menu. I love a daily menu, and don't need a ton of options, but I'm vegan and most of the time I've gone they don't have a bao option I can eat. The Brussels are really amazing tho, and when someone gets take out that's my go to. I've got to admit, at least for me, there is an off putting vibe in the place. I think it's the hyper charitable staff and advertising. Kinda that southern Christian mission trip energy. Totally cool with it, but I always get thrown off when the owner runs around a restaurant being besties with everyone. For some that's their favorite part of the experience, but it is a good thing to know what you're walking into read more

Literally our favorite place!! Everything is unreal. If you ever need a quick amazing meal, come here. Some of the best food in Auburn. Also everything about their brand is perfect. The vibe is so cool!! read more

It was soo good! We really enjoyed these food. Especially, frozen dumplings is good choice to make Korean-style dumplings stew. read more

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YES!! finally got to try it because I am only there on weekends and has been closed many times when I was there. Very delicious, menu changes often, wait wasn't too bad even with the long line. Just try as many things as you can, come back a few weeks later and have more things to try. read more

Place seems very hot and new. The place is packed so seating is limited esp for parties over 4. You order at counter and are called when it's ready. Tried to order the tradition bao but it was sold out by 1pm on a Friday. Opted for the Philly bao instead. Wasn't overly impressed. The filling was very dry and was mainly meat, minimal cheese and no onion or bell pepper. read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Philly bao - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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The line is long but they worked fast. I only got dumplings because I wasn't very hungry, but they were great! Look forward to trying the bao next time. read more

The line may be out of the door but it's always worth waiting for every time, especially if you go near opening time before they run out of anything! Their menu changes daily but stays updated on their Instagram. My group got the Buffalo Chicken Dip Bao, Spicy Pork Bao, and the Asian-Style Brisket Brunchy Bowl and everything was delicious- would order any of those things again. Always a must-visit place when I'm in town~ read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Buffalo Chicken Dip Bao, Spicy Pork Bao, and the Asian-Style Brisket Brunchy Bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

If you want to feel at home while getting incredible bao this is the place to be. The owners are constantly engaged with their customers while serving genuine cuisine. The menu changed everyday so make sure to check their Instagram to see what they're selling that day. Everything about this restaurant is amazing!! read more

First time I've ever been! The staff were incredibly friendly and absolutely hilarious. And the food. The food is AMAZING. I got the chorizo and egg bao bun and the spinach and artichoke dip egg rolls and both were incredible. Like unreal. The atmosphere was also great! Will be coming back, can't believe it took me far too long to go!! read more

Delicious and unique food, nothing like it I've ever seen before. Incredibly nice staff, the owner is caring and attentive. Do expect long lines however. Check their instagram for a menu, it changes every day and things run out quick! read more

AMAZING! The food is very affordable and service is nice and quick! Can't wait to stop by again!

This place is absolutely banging. A family owned business that takes pride in their quality and customer service. New menu every single day where they bring back classics and try out new items all the time. The food is amazing and usually has something for everyone. If you can't find anything you like, grow up. read more

Always great and definitely worth the wait. Don't forget the seating out back is available

It was just okay. Don't think I would go back but everyone seems to like it. The menu changes so you may be there on a better day.

This is the best food in Auburn. Sorry to all the other great restaurants in town that are so good, but right now, the Irritable Bao is the one to beat. read more

My son has always raved ab this place so we were so excited to try it! We got lots of things and shared so we could try more of the menu. Zero complaints here, it was all amazing and served hot. The chicken skewers were prob my favorite. The flavor was great and the chicken was cooked perfectly!! The line was wrapped out the door but the owner came out and talked and had a really fun vibe. We will def go back! read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Chicken skewers - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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I have been here numerous times and tried so many things and haven't been disappointed once. Absolutely delicious food and the owner and staff are super friendly and personable! Absolutely amazing!!! read more

Great food! Wish it was open more for regular grown ups. I'm always either at work or it's swamped on Saturday. Make me sad they can't be open a little more. read more

We stopped in Auburn on a road trip with our children and did a food crawl right by the University. My husband and I chose this for our main meal. We picked several items off the menu and every one of them was amazing!! The place was packed but the service was very quick. I highly recommend visiting this little shop. read more

The best Asian Street Food in Alabama! Incredibly creative menu that changes week to week! Once you step inside you can sense their mission and vibe! The owners go out of their way to make you feel like you are in their home as their guests! There can be a line down the block so get there early! read more

Everything about this place is fabulous. I couldn't resist trying the Brussels and they were the best I've ever put in my mouth. Service was excellent. It was crowded, but the wait wasn't bad at all. Can't wait to go again. Wish we had one in Birmingham. read more

Dumps Like A Truck - Asian Fusion Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

Amazing food and service! Always worth the wait and the line usually moves pretty quick. Owner is always so friendly! One of my favorite lunch spots in AU read more

Every bao I've tried is incredible, especially the buffalo chicken dip bao. Employees are extremely friendly. Be wary, the owners baby runs around and may bump into you! read more

Terribly expensive. They cater towards college students but If you get 3 bao (the recommended amount by the employee) and ONE side along with a drink, it will run you around $25. All for food that is just okay. No complimentary water. This place accepts tips but does not give any to the employees. This is not advertised anywhere. I hate that people think they're helping out college kids working at a restaurant by tipping for their service. Nope. My brother said he saw a child sitting on the counter in the back where food was being made in a dress. Only redeeming quality is the owner is nice. read more

I love this restaurant! This is my favorite restaurant in all of auburn! Sometimes there is a little bit of of wait but girl it is worth it. I never have had something bad from here it's all amazing. My fav bao is the carl chicken or buffalo chicken. Also the cheesecake egg rolls OMG so good. Also the uptown chicken bowl (i think that's what it's called) is so good. GO HERE NOW!!! read more

Really great vegan options!! The owner was very kind and checked in on everyone. The place had so many customers, but they did not have a long wait at all. The name is also very funny! read more

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Every single thing about this place is incredible. The food was beyond amazing. I got the bang bang shrimp buns and the chicken bowl. Both amazing. The owner is very personable and floats around making sure everything was great! The ambiance was also fun and great! read more

Irritable bao is such a fun and delicious experience!! The food is absolutely fantastic and the owner makes it a priority to greet and talk to customers. Their bao flavors are so amazing and I would recommend this restaurant to everyone!! read more

Fantastic food, fantastic staff, fantastic atmosphere. Highly recommend you take the time to visit this jewel we have in our town!

Always amazing food and service!!! I cannot recommend them highly enough to anyone visiting Auburn.

got food poisoning and a very rude customer named kais couldn't stop bothering me about the food

I've never had bao before until today. I got two buffalo chicken dip bao and was blown away. This was my first time in and was immediately greeted by a cool atmosphere, smiling faces, and helpful staff. I definitely will be coming back, maybe even for dinner! read more