Lunch after kid city with my family. Food was delicious! staff was great! Great price! Food came out fast! Would definitely come back

I've been wanting to try this spot for a while but after hearing so much mixed reviews I held off on it for a while. I finally decided why not and came with a friend on new years day lunch time. They were pretty busy already after just 30ish minutes of opening (12pm). Service: We were seated immediately and the service method is pretty simple, you scan the QR code and order through there. My main gripe with this service method is the waitresses aren't as attentive, we couldn't really ask any questions prior to ordering and even after ordering, I had to stand up to the front and wave someone down to pay for our order (as they had a special they had to apply before we paid). We ordered: - Spicy Beef Pancake: 10/10, didn't expect to like this so much as well. Not that spicy to be honest. More like a light spicy flavor. The beef inside was also juicy. - Pan-fried pork bun: 10/10, I was honestly looking forward to this more than the XLB and I was correct to do so. The filling was juicy like a XLB but the dough was also fluffy, doughy, AND has a crispy bottom. Would come back just for this and recommend this 10 times over!! - Sui Mai: 8.8/10; this was like any other good sui mai you may get at different dimsum places. Just pork though, no mushroom or seafood chucks like some other spots. - Steamed Beef with Sticky Rice: 8.1/10. This wasn't bad by any means but just didn't compare to the rest of the items. I didn't like how some parts were super fatty. - Xiao Long Bao: 10/10, the wrapped is thin but thick enough for me to pick up the dumpling without it popping. The soup was flavorful and so was the pork within. They had a special going on which made our XLB be like $5 instead of the $14 it usually is. We were super surprised of how little our bill was give that we were stuffed at the end of the meal and had some leftovers. Even without the discount it would've been a great deal. I heavily recommend, especially the pan-fried pork bun and XLB!! read more

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Ward Centre closed down along with multiple businesses. Before they closed their doors, I ate at Mian & Bao. My friend and I ordered their fried chicken cutlet, beef pancake rolls, Chengdu dan dan noodles, signature beef fried rice, pan fried pork buns, and pan fried chicken dumplings. The fried chicken cutlet was okay. The side of mayo and sweet chili helped but it was too dry. It would have been better if the chicken cutlet was juicy. The Chengdu Dan Dan noodles which had the ground beef, green onions and spice sauce in the bottom. Mixing this dish before eating was pretty good. The spice made this simple noodles dish, better. My favorites were the beef pancake rolls, and pan fried pork buns. The beef pancake rolls were sliced beef with cucumbers rolled up in a thin wrap. I liked how crispy the wraps were. They were thick and great as a sharing appetizer. The pan fried pork buns weren't full of soup-goodness but it was still fire. The crispy sides from the pan and the great pork flavor. So, good. The service was very nice and refilled our waters. Sad that they had to close down but they were be merging with Chengdu Taste in July. read more

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Wife and I had a late lunch at Mian & Bao. Service was fast with no frills. We were seated quickly and ordered via app at the table. We enjoyed shrimp long bao and the fried chicken cutlets with house made mayo. I was surprised that they didn't have steamed rice available on the day but didn't miss it enough to pay up for the shrimp fried rice plate. The bao was served boiling hot and was tasty and soupy. The cutlets were nicely cooked: golden brown and delicious. When I asked to use facilities, I was directed to the bathroom in the strip mall behind the restaurant. Food court vibes. Still I'd come back again if I was in the area for a fast, affordable, tasty meal. read more

Mian & Bao - Chicken cutlets and shrimp long bao - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Nice place, we went just before closing so it wasn't crowded. Had a few small dishes. Attentive staff, especially with only a few customers left. Brief hiccup at the beginning with the QR Code menu...our cart showed 20+ items and we owed over $200, but they quickly fixed that and we ordered and got our food. everything was hot (or a few cold dishes) and fresh, good food. Loved it! read more

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Think of Din Tai Fung, this place is basically the dupe. Food tastes average to be honest.(except the Xiao long Bao) I tasted a lot of msg from the fried rice and if you aren't a fan of cucumbers I'd refrain from the beef pancake. It consisted of 10% beef and 90% cucumbers. However, the Xiao long Bao was the star of the show. The soup held well throughout each dumpling and not one of them popped! There was also a lot of soup filling which I was surprised and loved! I didn't get that much service during my time dining due to the ordering system is basically self service. You order through your phone by scanning a QR code on the table, which taking you to their menu and online ordering. read more

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Haven't dined at Mian & Bao, but I did a take out of some dim sums. At least I tried it here before they close. When they first opened, there were days they closed early or didn't open due to probably shortage of food or staff. It was hard to do take out or maybe they were not doing any yet, since they just opened. Everyone wanted to try there so it was packed. Finally, I did an order of take out months later and it seems like it slowed down and not as busy. It was empty during the late lunch hour. The food was okay. Wasn't as memorable where I wanted to return right away. I didn't eat all of the dim sum .. maybe it wasn't to my liking or the dough was on a thicker side. It was okay. I didn't try many items so some would have been better. I wish them well since they need to be out at the end of June 2026. Ward Centre will be closed and demolished soon. read more

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Like the variety of food choices here, though a sister restaurant to Mian- this place offers different menu items. It's been a year since I've been here, the menu has grown. They are known for their dumplings and Xiao long Bao. I enjoyed the golden soup wonton. The sticky rice could be tastier- I like Hong Kong style better to be honest. The chicken cutlet is standard. Excited to try the dessert- bingsu! read more

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Came here on a rainy day to grab a quick lunch. The food is good. Bright clean space with lots of windows and natural lighting. Open kitchen adds to the atmosphere. The standout for me was the fried shrimp dumplings. The skin had that perfect golden crispy crunch without being greasy, and the shrimp inside was plump, juicy, and packed with flavor. You can really tell when shrimp is done right, and these hit that sweet spot. The pork shumai was also solid. Nice thin wrapper (always a good sign), and they didn't skimp on the filling. The pork was flavorful and well-seasoned, with a good balance of fat so it stayed moist without feeling heavy. The steamed beef rice was a miss for me. It had a noticeable odor that I couldn't quite get past. Also the rice had an off putting mushy texture and bites of beef were few and far in between. Excellent service throughout our meal. Parking garage adjacent to building but there are a few spots right in front including handicap parking. Happy Eating!! 32 read more

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We went here for a non traditional mother's day celebration, and it was great! We went for a late lunch, so it wasn't busy and the food came out quickly. For 4 adults and 2 hungry kids, it was under $200 (including the tip) and we all left full! Parking in this complex is tight, literally the stalls are tiny, but that's outside of this restaurant's control. Parking is free though, which is great, and they have both indoor and outdoor seating options to choose from. The menu is online, so you scan the QR code at your table, select your items, then click submit. As a result, it's a group order and not individual tabs. You can add things as you go too. It might be tricky for non tech peeps, but pretty easy for those who are familiar with the concept, and you can ask them to assist if needed. I don't eat pork, so there were obviously a number of dishes I couldn't eat, but they did have a number of options I could eat! The food was delicious and everyone was happy with her meal overall. It's definitely worth trying out if you're in the Ward area and are hungry... read more

Mian & Bao - Street front - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

One of our favorite foods is dumplings and noodles so had to check out Miami & Bao on a recent visit to Ward. The restaurant was busy and smelled great. Friendly servers welcomed us and ordering via the app was fast and easy. We went for it and got six dishes. All were very good and tasty. The cucumbers, dumplings and noodles. And all reasonably priced too. This place reminded me of one of our favorite places to eat in Seattle which is Dough Zone. Go check em out then next time you're in the area. read more

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I have heard mixed reviews about this restaurant. So when I went to kids city at Ward center I wanted to give it a try. I know I should have tried xiao long bao but it was just me and my 2 year old so we chose noodles instead. I ordered chengdu dandan noodles and stir fry vegetables noodles. The dandan noodles was very simple but so delicious. I didn't feel anything when I took the first bite but after like 15 seconds then I started to feel the spices kicking in. I love the mala flavor. The stir fry vegetables noodles was a bit bland but my little one loved it and ate more than half a plate. Would live to come back next time to try the XLB and the pan fried pork bun! read more

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Look for the old location of Piggy Smalls. This business is located there. Parking is easy at Ward warehouse lot. Get yourself some good Sui mai and steamed pork bun, beef noodle soup even chili oil wonton are delicous. Slow down as you get full fast but will have a satisfied belly. Quick meal service. The servers are nice and welcoming. Menu is QR code where you order items from. But payment done either credit card or cash once you receive the bill. read more

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On the way to whole foods noticed this spot my friend has eaten at their other location and said it was super good so we figured we'd give it a shot. Upon entering we were promptly seated and the hostess explained the ordering process which is pretty cool they have a QR code on every table and even though you're on separate phones you're all interconnected so you can see as a table what each person added to the order. The restaurant was very clean and bright nice open kitchen concept. We ordered 6 dishes Chili Oil Wonton- it comes with 6 dumplings and it was really delicious im not typically a pork person but ill make an exception for dumplings. The chili oil sauce was not over powered at all and doesn't blow out your palate like some other restaurants are capable of. Taro Crispy Roll- I think there was around 8 nice sized portion it was good took me back to little kid times grabbing pork hash at the manapua man. Chengdu spicy fries- Tasty Its a nice Sichuan mixture which the fries are coated in again it wasnt super spicy and I thought the fries did a good of cutting down the heat. Beef pancake roll- This thing was killer it was nice and crispy and overall a great bit came with 4 pieces. Chengdu Cold Noodles- nice big bowl man this thing was bomb the noodles were perfect the sauce coated them really well and I loved the way the cucumbers seamlessly blended with the noodles so you'd get a nice crunch with your noodles. Shrimp and Pork Xiao Long Bao- came with 6 soup dumplings and again another banger ive had some really good S.D.s and this was up there on my list I'd go again just for these. Soft and pillowy the soup was delicious. Overall im looking forward to coming back again the beef spicy pancake looked delicious on the table next to us so I for sure wanna try that. The price was super reasonable it was $56 for 6 dishes and it filled us up i was with 2 others so definitely a good value. read more

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We were in the neighborhood at the local book sale and on a whim, decided to stop by to try the food before Ward Centre is demolished next month. It was a wonderful experience and I only wish we had come earlier. They have a variety of different dishes and the food is as tasty as it looks. The beef rolls and pork & shrimp pancakes were as crispy as the photo with a wonderful flavor. The shumai came hot and pretty much melted in your mouth. I've never had anything like the golden noodle wonton soup and they are generous with the wontons. Finally the favorite had to be the cold spicy noodles. Nicely chilled with a spicy kick to it with chopped green to accent the flavor. Service was wonderful but it did take a bit to get use to scanning the QR code then placing my order. The food came quickly and was just about right for two people. I was happy to hear they have plans to relocate to Sheridan Street (see announcement on the door) and will plan to see them again. Great place! Great food! Great service! read more

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I went here for dinner the other day and ordered their pork Xiaolongbao, cold spicy noodles, beef roll and pickled cucumbers. Their Xiaolongbao here is not bad but the highlight was their cold spicy noodle which was very favorable. read more

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Dan and I were heading to the Tool concert at the Blaisdell and decided to grab a bite at Ward beforehand. We didn't have reservations, but when we spotted Mian Bao, we figured we'd give it a try -- and we're so glad we did! We were seated right away and ordered through the QR code system, which was super easy. Since it was our first time, we didn't order a ton because we weren't sure about portion sizes... turns out, the portions are definitely generous and perfect for sharing. What we ordered: * Xiao Long Bao (ground pork dumplings) * Boiled bok choy -- so good! * Pan-fried dumplings * Chicken cutlet For drinks, I had their hand-punch lemon tea, which was really refreshing. They also surprised us with a complimentary spicy beef pancake, which was a nice touch. Everything was flavorful and came out quickly. The service really stood out -- friendly, efficient, and you could tell the whole team was working together to make sure everyone was taken care of. Overall, it was the perfect start to our date night. We'll most definitely be back! read more

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Finally trying this place! Recommend by dumplings lover who told me this place is better than Din Tai Fung lol ???!!!??? We ordered: Xiao long bao shrimp Xiao long bao x 2 Pan fried pork bun Stir fry shrimp noodle Loved Hot Xiao long bao!! Super soupy!!! Also loved pan fried pork bun too!! Definitely would love to come back soon!! read more

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I've been meaning to go here and I kept hearing mixed reviews, so I finally had the chance to try it last night. I loved it! I went with a friend and the chili oil wontons, xiao long bao, and spicy beef noodles were more than enough for us. The xlb was great, but the wrappers kept sticking to the paper and I wasn't able to grab one that didn't pop open. The service was lovely and there's a lot of seating for a seemingly small space. There was a little accident with the food, but the waitress replaced it for us without us even asking! read more

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Mian & Bao had a great deal for Restaurant Week. They had a set deal for four people for $55. I had to take advantage of this offer and brought my mom and husband. You scan the QR code on the table to order from your phone. You can't check out though. When you're done with your meal the server will bring your check. They'll grab the payment from you. The xiao long bao is an absolute must get. It was so good and contained so much soup in the dumpling. The wrapper was just a tad bit thicker than normal, but I guess it has to be to hold all that soup. The beef fried rice, golden soup wonton and chengdu dandy noodles were fine. I really liked the marinated cucumber. It was crunchy, vinegary and sweet. The dandan noodles and marinated cucumber were on the spicy side. It also came with a pitcher of sweetened winter melon tea. This was so refreshing and yummy. I loved it. My mom told me that winter melon tea is good for you. It contains antioxidants and aids in digestion. I will be back for the tea and xiao long bao. read more

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Flavorful, authentic, delicious Chinese food. They seem to change the menu somewhat often, and they also have deals every so often, especially for Chinese holidays. Ordering is done on your phone and is pretty much seamless, and the staff are attentive and will happily answer any questions. The food comes out as soon as it's ready, so it's always hot. Tables are somewhat close, better for casual for lunch/dinner with friends rather than date night. Ample free parking nearby at Ward Center. My CHINESE girlfriend likes it too! read more

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We wrapped up our café hopping and shopping day with dinner at Mian & Bao. I'd been wanting to try this place for a while, and when I spotted their Restaurant Week menu in Ward Village, I remembered they were nearby. That made our dinner choice easy. We accidentally took the long way around to get there--not realizing the restaurant was just across the crosswalk from Fat Cheeks. Mian & Bao accepts both reservations and walk-ins. All of the indoor tables were either reserved or already taken, so we were perfectly fine with sitting outside. We quickly settled on the Restaurant Week option for two. It included fermented spicy cucumbers, beef fried rice, steamed pork buns, dumplings, and iced winter tea for a very reasonable $35. We also added a beef pancake roll. I enjoyed the pancake roll, pork buns, and dumplings the most. The cucumber was delicious but a little too spicy for me, and the winter tea was refreshing. The only thing that fell a bit short was the beef fried rice--the rice itself was a bit on the dry side. The staff was super helpful throughout. All in all, it was a great way to end a relaxing, unhurried day. read more

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Saw some new items and knew we needed to try them out. Sweet and sour pork baby back ribs: 10/10. Meat was tender and sauce was amazing. We used the spare sauce for dipping beef pancake rolls in. Beef brisket and rice: You really can't go wrong ordering beef dishes here. Mian & Bao has been 100% consistently delivering tender and flavorful pieces of beef every time. When I saw they added pickled vegetables... this dish is comfort food in a bowl. Beef wonton in sour tomato broth: I really liked the sour broth at Mian, so as soon as I saw this, I was on it. It is so good. Sour, spicy, flavorful, delicate wontons filled with delicious beefy goodness. I was trying to count and lost count because I got distracted with the pork ribs. There are a lot in there and yes you should probably share but you might not want to. Service is always spot on. We enjoy ordering through the website and the dishes come flying out one by one. The ladies are very attentive, and kind. I can't wait to try the other dishes next time! :) read more

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Min & Bao is pretty good. They have good soup dumplings and some other items you won't find at other places. Some of their items come smaller than competitors though. The flavor is good for most things. The bench seats have a lot of sag, and the bathroom is in the mall. read more

Mian & Bao - Spicy won ton - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located in the old Piggy Smalls + Peso restaurant spot, the corner of Ward Centre. Ample parking in the parking garage directly in back and nearby. Made reservations beforehand, but when we got there, it looks like you just seat yourself and start ordering via QR code. There were 2 runners/servers and a handful of others in the kitchen, though it definitely looked like they were short-handed. At one point, 5 tables had dishes to which they couldn't clear fast enough. And it looked like they were seating everyone inside, as opposed to utilizing both inside and outside seating areas, to condense the area of service. There are booth seating against the wall, 4-tops spread throughout the inside and larger parties could be made and also sat outside as well. The food items are very starch-heavy, noodles, dumplings, rice. I would've wanted more protein-only selections available because the items started to taste similar, but in different versions. No desserts listed on their menus, and very limited dessert options in the vicinity. Overall, the food was alright, but very little interaction when it comes to service, to which may have elevated the experience altogether. read more

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Finally tried Mian & Bao and loved it. The dishes ordered were flavorful and fresh. We made reservations ahead of time and I'm glad we did. The restaurant was clean and I love the open kitchen area. Service was friendly and efficient, especially with online ordering. The spicy beef pancake was crisp on the outside with a chewy bite. The marinated cucumber was surprisingly a favorite at our table with its cool and refreshing simplicity. The spicy beef noodle soup had a deep, rich broth with a small kick, while the shredded pork and vegetable noodle soup was lighter and comforting. The chili oil dumplings were tender and perfectly seasoned, and the xiao long bao were juicy without falling apart. The steamed beef with sticky rice was something different and surprisingly homey, it was actually my favorite of the night. The menu is on the smaller side and portions are modest, but everything was so well done that we still left completely satisfied. read more

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As an avid dumpling lover and always looking for delicious Xiao long bao, I was excited to finally try this place last month with my family! The restaurant had Asian decor with simple touches. It wasn't crowded when we went on a Saturday evening. Ordering was easy with the QR code. Our drinks came out pretty fast once we placed our order. The food we ordered: Pan fried pork bun ($9.99) - Delicious! Juicy pork filling in a fried bun. What's not to love about this? Would definitely order it again. Stir-fried shrimp noodle ($12.99) - Nothing fancy here, just your simple fried noodles with shrimp. It was tasty and I like that they used thicker style noodles. Xiao Long Bao ($13.99) - Overall, they were good but not the best. Crispy fried shrimp wontons 4 pcs ($7.99) - These were good but pricey considering there were only 4 pieces. Brown sugar rice cake ($7.99) - This was so delicious! My boys loved it, and it definitely was one of their favorite dishes here. Hand punch lemon tea and House fruit tea were very refreshing! Happy Eating! read more

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I never leave reviews, but this needed to be documented. Ordered the dan dan noodles, pork dumplings, the Bao's, and a chicken cutlet. Everything was spectacular, blew my boyfriend and I away! The mayo for the chicken cutlet, the cutler itself, the buns, everything ordered was incredible and so well balanced. AND free dessert! We told them we are visiting and overheard us speaking about shaved ice, amazing ambience as well! If you are looking for a quick, delicious meal that wont break the bank, come here!! read more

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I will admit I think it was my fault that maybe I did not enjoy the items that I ordered however the matcha was just not good, there was chunks lots of unmixed match floating and the "strawberry" was just a thick jam that could not be mixed in so you end up drinking chunks of jelly. The chili oil wontons were chefs kiss, I would go back for that and that only. The noodles were slimy and the pork and shrimp soup dumplings were rubbery. The rice cakes although I did not like the flavor, but the texture was nice and the gyoza was average. The vibes where definitely there if you want a cute date night or a place to stop by with friends, I understand the appeal. The service was alright I guess, you scan a QR and order everything from your phone and the only time you see your server is when they bring you your food and then you have to hunt them down to ask for your check. read more

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OK this place has tasty, tasty dishes. The noodles were spicy and tasted so good. The gyoza was special - really good! You order via a QR code on the table and to be honest it was confusing using it. For some reason the form didn't allow me to complete the order with payment. The form needs validation tips to tell you if you missed anything. Despite someone posting that it is NOT BYOB - hello...... it IS BYOB! They told me directly. Because of that I missed out on having a great libation with these awesome dishes! Everything I tasted was great and the only dish that I expected more was the Xiao Long Bao. I thought it would have more "liquid" inside. It was easily ripped since it was stuck to the paper on the bottom. But it was still very good! The best dish by far was the Shu Mai. Rich, smooth, decadent, amazing flavor. I couldn't believe it. It was amazing! I kept thinking "how could it be THIS GOOD". My answer was forthcoming....... On a hunch I took a careful look - it contains shrimp! OF COURSE - shrimp tastes so good!!!!! Too bad I am allergic to it! HAHAHAHAHAHA So after practically inhaling the first one, I was done for the night and waiting 15 mins to see if I got an allergic reaction. Fortunately nothing came of it and I am left with the memory of an incredible dish that I probably shouldn't eat again. I want to go back to this place again. I tell you, it is really good! read more

Mian & Bao - Gyoza - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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So yummy! Helpful staff and we got our food fairly quick. The chengdu cold noodles were perfect for a hot summer's day read more

Mian & Bao - Chengdu cold noodle and chili oil dumings - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Food: 4 stars We had the cold spicy noodles and pickled cucumbers to start. Both were refreshing on a hot Fall day. The noodles were.nice and chewy and the sauce was nice and spicy. Their Xiao Ling Bao come 6 to an order, with black vinegar and finely shredded ginger on the side. Okay, but not outstanding. Beef pancake rolls were very tightly packed with cucumbers and beed. Very filling. Pork siu mai were plump and juicy. Service: 5 stars The wait staff are attentive and made sure our order was executed correctly. They check in and make sure everything is to your liking. Ambiance: 4 stars Clean and modern. Not too crowded or noisy. read more

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Dined here for the 1st time on 2/15/2026 and I loved everything that we had ordered! My friend from high school days had recommended this spot for us to have dinner at during my few days visiting HI and it was a great choice, as each dish that we got was a delight! We shared about six different plates/bowls from noodles to beef wraps, pot stickers to soup dumplings. It was honestly much better than what I could find in the South Bay of CA. The servers here were friendly and nice. Depending upon where you'll sit, you may be in close proximity with other diners, as the restaurant is on the smaller side. I love the lanterns and how bright the restaurant is due to the large windows and it being a corner unit. I was sad to hear that this whole shopping/dining complex will be torn down in the future as I had fond memories of this area when I used to live in Honolulu for 20yrs. . . Definitely a spot worth visiting, again. read more

Mian & Bao - Interior, 2/15/2026 - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Delicious Xiao Long Bao's tasty and moist inside with a little of the soup. Located on that corner spot that Piggy smalls used to be on Auahi street. Inside and outdoor dining. Dog friendly area outside in the patio area. Placed order from phone via QR code. The Xiao long baos, pan fried beef buns, dan dan noodles and chili oil dumplings are delicious. Very similar menu items to the Mian at 808 Sheridan. OMG the Oreo Shaved ice her is amazing dessert highly recommend you try it, light, tasty and perfect after the meal. read more

Mian & Bao - Xiao Long Bao must try - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Aloha Family, If you're like me, Din Tai Fung is always the first stop when hitting Vegas--so I'll admit, I'm usually skeptical trying dim sum anywhere else. But this spot in Kakaʻako completely changed my mind. We stumbled across this cozy little eatery in the Ward/Kakaʻako area while waiting for our daughter to finish lunch with a friend, and it turned out to be a hidden gem. It wasn't too busy, and from the moment we walked in, the staff greeted us and got us seated right away--always a solid first impression. Now I'll be honest... I've got a bad habit of ordering way too much on the first visit . But it paid off here. We started with the kimchi--fair warning, it's got a nice kick, but super addictive. The spicy beef pancake was packed with flavor without being overwhelming. The pan-fried vegetable dumplings tasted fresh and clean, and the spicy cold jelly noodles (vegan) were a refreshing change of pace. Of course, I had to try their Xiao Long Bao, and I'll say this--it's a very close match to Din Tai Fung. That alone says a lot. But the real standout? The steamed beef with sticky rice. This dish blew me away. The flavor was deep and intense--almost like a rich curry or stew--but balanced perfectly with that classic Asian profile. Easily my new favorite. Pricing was about average for this type of cuisine, and everything came out fast, which made the whole experience even better. Overall, this spot exceeded expectations and definitely earned a return visit. If you're craving Din Tai Fung vibes without actually being there, this place delivers. 10/10 read more

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I came here with no expectations, just craving it all night--and wow, it did NOT disappoint. The food came out so fast, which I really appreciated, especially since I drove all the way from the east side just for this dinner. Everything tasted so fresh and honestly like a real homemade meal. It literally felt like I was eating food straight from China--so authentic and flavorful. 10/10, no question. Definitely worth the drive. You NEED to come here and bring all your friends. This place is amazing. Ambiance 10/10. read more

Mian & Bao - THE BEST - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Mian & Bao is located in the Ward Center. We went here a few times and we were able to get seated instantly. The food was so good! We tried the Xiao Long Bao, Brown sugar rice cake, Pan fried pork buns, and the Spicy cold jelly noodle. If the tables inside are all taken they do have outdoor seating. For parking, you can park at the parking garage at Ward or across the street at Nordstrom Rack. read more

I have been wanting to come here for the longest time and I'm so glad I did! The staff were very friendly and let us know how it worked. Ordering was super easy. You scan the QR code and place the order on your phone. Like a Chinese dim sum, you can continue to order throughout and they'll bring it out to you. The location is great. Lots of shopping around plus the movie theatre nearby. Lots of parking too. The restaurant is spacious and clean. It's bright and the view of the kitchen is superb. Talk about Chinese comfort food. All the dishes we had were absolutely delicious! My favorite dish would have to be the chili oil dumplings. Their chili oil was flavorful and not too spicy, but it gave a wonderful kick. The lotus bowl was another favorite, very umami and very filling. I'm a soup girlie, so I had to get the Xiao long bao and spicy beef noodle too. I love to see Chinese cuisine thriving. Definitely going to come back! read more

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Mian & Bao - Noodles and Buns. I'll be honest. I keep calling it Mian Bao (Bread) haha. When this place was first introduced, there was a lot of hype that it's being opened by a renowned, James Beard semi-finalist chef. Boasting its Sichuan flavors with Shanghai tastes, being a sister restaurant to Mian and Chengdu Taste, and etc. Words are wind. Being located in Ward Centre at the old Piggy Smalls, Peso, and Kua Aina spot with plenty of parking, I had my doubts as the tastes and flavors would be overly adjusted to its location. The food photos from early on looked quite discouraging. The dried up and deflated Xiao Long Bao, and the burned and flat (and also deflated) pan fried buns had me worried it'll be another repeat of Mr. Dough. However, the recent photos have looked much better and more consistent! I've been to Mian & Bao twice, and it did not disappoint! The inside is spacious, clean, bright, and comfortable. The menu is via QR code using the usual Fetail website. It's like a mix of appetizers and noodle dishes from Mian and Chengdu Taste with xiao long bao and other dim sum. There's two types of Xiao Long Bao - Original Pork and with Shrimp. I prefer the original more as the pork filling had a more clean flavor. The broth inside was more flavorful - savory with a slight sweetness. The shrimp was still good and did add a delicate sweetness and oceanic flavor, but took away from the pork filling and broth. The wrapper was very well made. It was thin and mostly held the broth in. A few broke when dipped in the vinegar and a couple broke while being picked up (because a part of it was NOT on the paper!). The vinegar was good, but seems to be mixed with more soy sauce making it less sour. Remember to have the broth inside first! The Marinated Cucumbers were good. Prepared and seasoned well. Uses the same vinegar soy sauce for marinade. The dried chili peppers don't add any spice. One of my favorite things to eat in China is Wheat Gluten, and I am very happy to see a restaurant in Hawaii actually offer it while no other place does! Mian & Bao is the only one! I'm surprised to even see it offered here as it's not available at their sister restaurants. Hope it stays on the menu because I enjoyed it. The gluten could have used more soaking time to get more softer and able to soak in more flavor. But the flavors were very good - savory, sweet, earthy. Also had wood ear and Chinese mushrooms and this is my perfect appetizer! Pan Fried Pork Buns were good. Soft bun with a crispy bottom. The pork filling is similar to the Xiao Long Bao, but even more juicy inside. The Pork, Shrimp, and Chives Pancake was very good. Think Pan-Fried Shrimp and Chives Pancake at dim sum restaurants, but the filling is stuffed into a spring roll sheet and deep fried like a pancake. Filling was tasty and had a good amount of shrimp and pork. The Spicy Beef Noodles is like the one at Mian, but better! Much better! Every time I had it at Mian, the beef is always tough and tasteless. At Mian & Bao, the beef comes in three, thick strips that's very tender and flavorful. The noodles were very good. The broth was good with decent flavor. The spice level is adjusted to very, very low. The Mustard Green Wonton (feels more like dumplings) is a very Shanghainese dish. I'm so glad to see it offered here. The taste of the filling and how the dumplings were prepared is very spot on. Filling was generously filled with pork and mustard greens. This might've been the best dish so far! Overall, I've had excellent experiences at Miao & Bao. I'm so happy to see the food is consistent and properly prepared. This place is not just a combination of Mian, Chengdu Taste with Xiao Long Bao, there's also specialty dishes such as the Wheat Gluten and Mustard Green Wontons that you don't find anywhere else. The service is very good. Friendly, very attentive, and helpful servers. Food comes out at a good pace. Inside is quite comfortable with the open kitchen. Hope the menu expands with more unique items. I'll definitely be back to try more things! Hopefully Ward Centre isn't being demolished anytime soon cause Mian & Bao just moved in! read more

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Very good food! Very good service! Very authentic flavor! Would come back again!! Clean inside and workers were attentive to my needs read more

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