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    The Irritable Bao

    4.6 (53 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Benjamin C.

    Another place I wish was around when I was at Auburn. Both types of baos I ordered were pretty true to traditional baos. Pork (brisket in one of them? I cant remember), soy, sugar, sesame, fluffy and warm bun, sesame seeds. Those were the vibes. And those alone are enough. I understand they have some untraditional baos, like Nashville hot chicken or hot tofu. Would definitely like to try those at some point, and I applaud the creativity. I'm not opposed to different combos of meat and flavor inside a bun as long as the more traditional stuff keeps its place on the menu. Also great name and purpose in their contributions of some of their profit to nonprofit organizations.

    Jazmin B.

    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

    Mozz and cream cheese mini bao - buff and ranch drizzle (like fried cheese bites)

    I could eat here everyday for the rest of my life. The chicken on a stick is absolutely incredible. The best seasoning ever?? The beef mini bao are what dreams are made of. Licked the bowl clean and drenched each one in the sauce. The brussel sprouts?? I die for them. The dessert menu?? Original. Doesn't get more original. The best service in the world probably. The workers are adorable + happy and helpful! The Manager was actually doing her job and was insanely kind. The vibes are pure. It has such cute little Knick knacks to look at, fun merch, and a clean bathroom. Not sure what else you could ask for. Also you can do online ordering now which is major!! Cannot wait to come back

    Rich H.

    Next stop on the Opelika-Auburn, AL food tour is @dumpslikeatruck_irritablebao, an East-meets-West Chinese Fusion Street food joint, specializing in handheld eats of the bao and dumpling variety. I love a great food truck success story. This place started as a food truck called "Dumps Like a Truck" and after finding success and a cult following, expanded into a brick-and-mortar spot called "The Irritable Bao." I love a good pun in a restaurant's name. Pictured here is the Zucchini, Egg, and Glass Noodle Bao. Crunchy zucchini strips with hard-boiled egg yolk pieces and tender glass noodles all wrapped in a steamy, warm, and pillowy soft bao. Next is the Pork Belly Buns. Beneath the pile of porky prestidigitation is a plethora of pickled produce: cucumber, red onions, and matchstick carrots. And it's all lovingly nestled in a Chinese lotus leaf buns. A definite recommend! You'll have a harder time finding a parking spot on College and Magnolia streets than you will choosing a new favorite bao bun.

    Two pork belly buns, 2 baos and the cheesecake egg rolls made for a fun lunch to share with a friend recently
    Andrea H.

    Irritable Bao, despite the less-than-appetizing name, is a great spot to pick up lunch if you are in Auburn, and it is something a little different in a town overrun with chicken tender restaurants. A definite win. Here's how my visits have unfolded. The place is small, so it gets busy seeming quickly. Despite that, the line moves pretty fast. I always anticipate a line. You should too. I usually check their Instagram ahead of time to see what the baos/rolls of the day are. I appreciate that they have an ever-changing menu, but I also admit that I find that asset to also be one of its biggest liabilities. I have wanted the tofu curry bao again since I got it in October, but, alas, it hasn't been in the menu on a day I can go since then. Another con, they have very limited days/hours. I get in line usually knowing what I am going to get. Recently, I was dining with a friend, which was perfect. This allowed us to split the pork belly buns (they come in a set of 2) and get a bao each. We also decided to try the dessert (cheesecake egg rolls). The buns were both our favorite of the items we have had there so far. Great flavor. The pickled veggies provided the perfect extra tang. We got a bao with egg and glass noodles. Too earthy for our taste. We also go the Buffalo chicken. Good, but I wouldn't say it was a showstopper. We both enjoyed the egg rolls a lot. As previously mentioned, my favorite bao was the tofu curry. Great flavor and the sauce balanced out the doughy-ness of the bao. Pros: Creative options Something different in chicken tender land Quick line even when busy Cons: The limited hours and space The new surcharge for using a credit card

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    Kelsey L.

    Their menu changes all the time so there's usually something new to try! I had the Philly cheesesteak bao and they were delicious, especially with the chili oil! Very filling. It was even busy at 10 am on a Friday right at opening with a line (that moved pretty quickly!). Highly recommend for some tasty Asian fusion.

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    Beef brisket buns were amazing along with the buffalo chicken bao and the service was amazing.

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    The best in Auburn! Excellent service, great prices delicious food! Always busy, but for good reason.

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    We ate there yesterday and it was awesome. Packed house the owner is awesome and the food was great. And it was nice and cool inside.

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    Amazing food and great staff! Check their Instagram page as their menu changes daily! Normally open Wednesday-Saturday!

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