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The Bao Spot - Reviews
54 W Church St #140, 32801 Orlando
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76.2%
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Service Intent
- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
10
Consistently Great Food and Atmosphere!
My experience at this restaurant was consistently excellent. The food is always fresh, and the wait time is minimal. The atmosphere is dope, and Devante provided professional service, showing a clear appreciation for his work and customers.
I highly recommend the fried chicken bao and burgers – you won't be disappointed!
- food10
- wait time9
- atmosphere10
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Dine-in
3
Disappointing Food, Okay Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was largely disappointing, primarily due to the food. While the atmosphere was alright, the main issue was the food quality. I ordered a chicken Bao Bun, which was incredibly dry and tough.
It felt like it was breaking into shards with each bite, making it difficult and uncomfortable to swallow. The sauce was also not to my liking. Additionally, I found the prices to be a bit high for what was offered.
- atmosphere7
- food quality2
- chicken Bao Bun1
- sauce2
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Tourist Experience
Group Type
- Large Group
Group Size
- Large Group
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Enjoyable Experience with Great Food and Service
My experience at this restaurant was incredibly enjoyable! The staff were pleasant and accommodating, making our large group feel like VIP guests. They handled our group with ease.
The food was delicious, affordable, and well-portioned. I highly recommend visiting if you're in the area; it's a unique, aesthetically appealing, and great location with live music.
- staff10
- food10
- affordable9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
10
Awesome Staff and Delicious Food!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The staff were awesome and the food was absolutely delicious. The server's suggestions were spot on.
I highly recommend this place for anyone seeking really decent and good food.
- staff10
- food10
- suggestions9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Colleagues
Group Size
- Small Group
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Fantastic Bao Experience!
I was pleasantly surprised by how fantastic this place was, especially considering its current rating. I'm in town for work and decided to try something new with my colleagues from the clinic. It's a bit tucked away but not difficult to find.
I usually stick to familiar food choices, but I opted for the pork belly bao Combo with a drink and fries. I was concerned about the pork belly being too fatty, but it was incredibly flavorful and not at all greasy. The fries were also fantastic!
I'm almost afraid to try bao elsewhere now, fearing it won't live up to this experience. The interior has a unique sci-fi fantasy vibe, making it a fun and delicious dining spot.
- pork belly bao Combo10
- fries9
- sci-fi fantasy vibe8
Price per Person
- $31–$40
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Large Group
Group Size
- Large Group
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
A Bao Gem with Delicious Food!
My experience at The Bao Spot was fantastic! It's a cool place to eat with unique decor and music playing. The baos were delicious, and the prices are truly reasonable.
We definitely over-ordered, but managed to eat everything! We tried the rebel (spicy crispy softshell crab arugula & apple kimchi), astro pig (sou vide pork belly darken & cilantro), fried chicken (arugula & sake aioli), two bobas (strawberry and passion fruit), crunchy French fries, and fried cheesecake with ice cream. Everything was freshly made and flavorful, and the baos were warm.
The service was excellent – warm, friendly, and prompt. The Bao Spot is a gem, and I will definitely eat here again. 😉
- decor9
- baos10
- prices9
Price per Person
- $41–$50
Service Intent
- Casual Outing
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Flavorless Food, Difficult Seating
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. The food had no flavor, which was a major letdown. Additionally, we had to fight for tables to sit down and eat, indicating a lack of organized seating.
Given the pricey nature of the establishment, the lack of flavor made it not worth it. I definitely do not recommend this restaurant.
- food flavor1
- tables2
- price2
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
6
Mixed Feelings on Flavor and Complexity
My experience at the restaurant was just okay. While the flavor of the fries was great, the bao was not complex at all, tasting merely like meat and bread. I would have loved to taste more umami and complexity in the bao.
The food score was a 2, but the service score was a 5, indicating a better experience with the staff than the dishes themselves. The atmosphere received a 3.
- fries8
- service10
- atmosphere6
- bao3
- umami and complexity4
- food2
Service Intent
- Quick Meal
Visit Type
- Dine-in
10
Fantastic Food, Service, and Atmosphere!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic from ordering to eating. The service was warm and friendly, and the chicken teriyaki bowl was delicious!
- service10
- chicken teriyaki bowl10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Delicious Bao and Fun Atmosphere!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic and quick. The space themed atmosphere was fun, and the bao was amazingly delicious. The staff were friendly.
We tried the Cosmic Fish, The Fried Chicken, and the Space Kalbi. All three were great, but we LOVED the Space Kalbi. I will definitely be back!
- space themed atmosphere10
- bao10
- staff9
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