Bao Bao Asian Eatery

Restaurants · Vegan & Vegetarian

Rating: 4.8 (820 reviews)

Address: 203, 4, Tambon Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand

Status: CLOSED

Phone:+66 98 831 7657

Website:http://baobao.cafe/

Menu:https://baobao.cafe/

About

Bao Bao is a vibrant Asian fusion restaurant in Koh Samui that offers an innovative and delightful dining experience. Specializing in creative bao buns and diverse Asian cuisine, the restaurant combines exceptional food quality, friendly service, and a modern, welcoming atmosphere. It appeals to both locals and tourists, providing a unique culinary journey with extensive vegetarian and vegan options.

Highlights

  • Exceptional and innovative bao buns
  • Extensive vegetarian and vegan menu options
  • Creative Asian fusion cuisine
  • Friendly and attentive staff
  • Beautiful restaurant design
  • Reasonable pricing

The Vibe

Modern, stylish, and inviting with a relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant features a contemporary interior design, beautiful garden areas, and soft lighting. Spaces are adaptable—suitable for casual lunches, romantic dinners, and social gatherings. The ambiance balances sophistication with comfort, creating an Instagram-worthy yet approachable dining environment.

People Especially Praise

  • Unique and delicious flavor combinations
  • Soft, flavorful bao buns
  • Fresh, high-quality ingredients
  • Beautiful food presentation
  • Welcoming and kind service

Kids-Friendliness

Very family-friendly with a welcoming atmosphere. Some locations offer dedicated kids' rooms, high chairs, and a diverse menu that can appeal to different tastes. The environment is comfortable for families while maintaining an adult-oriented dining experience.

What This Place Offers

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • DineIn

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Halal food
  • Hard liquor
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • FamilyFriendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Reservations required
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Thursday: 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Friday: 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Saturday: 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Sunday: 11:30 am–9:00 pm

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Reviews

Rating: 4.8 (820 reviews)

Sentiment Breakdown

  • Positive: 88%
  • Mixed: 9%
  • Neutral: 2%
  • Negative: 1%

Overwhelmingly positive dining experience with exceptional food, service, and atmosphere

Reasoning

Nearly all reviews praise the restaurant's innovative cuisine, particularly the bao buns, friendly service, and stylish atmosphere. Minor critiques include occasional service timing issues and slightly higher prices, but these do not significantly detract from the overall excellent experience. Customers consistently describe Bao Bao as delicious, unique, and highly recommended.

Location: 9.5696001, 99.994461

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