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    Bao Bar

    42 Reviews
    #79 of 812 Restaurants in Christchurch
    £Asian, Healthy, Street Food
    111a Riccarton Road, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
    +64 3-343 5588
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    Overview
    4.5
    42 reviews
    • Excellent68%
    • Very good26%
    • Average2%
    • Poor4%
    • Terrible0%
    Travellers talk about
    “bao” (13 reviews)
    “tasting platter” (4 reviews)
    “fries” (5 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    Asian, Healthy, Street Food, Cafe, Diner, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
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    LOCATION
    111a Riccarton Road, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
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    1 - 10 of 42 reviews

    Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
    Went back for seconds

    Enjoyed this place so much that we went back for more a week after. The service is fast and consistently friendly. First time I had the vege burger which was super tasty, perfect as a combo with fries and a soy coffee. Hats off to...More

    Thank Dan F
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great bao and fries

    We had a really great dinner here. The bao were delicious. We both got a combo with fries, which was a mistake. The portions of fries were enormous. The two of us could have easily split one and saved a few dollars.

    Thank Rwc142014
    Michaela S, Public Relations Manager at Bao Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your Baogers, in our minds its always better to have too much, rather than not enough!

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Asian awsomeness

    The food here is divine. The service was brilliant. I only thing I could mention on the negative is that the booths are a little small and not that comfortable. But the food was awesome.

    Thank Rizzla33
    Michaela S, Public Relations Manager at Bao Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    We're glad you enjoyed your visit to Bao Bar, sorry you didn't find the booths comfortable. Maybe a seat overlooking the street will be better? We've got lots of options for you to try, both food and seating wise!

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A Little Gem

    This is a great little authentic Japanese restaurant/café. The food is very good and priced well! The service is excellent and the décor is relaxing. It has an upstairs mezzanine which gives more space and atmosphere. The only negative is that it doesn't offer BYO...More

    Thank Shelley H
    Michaela S, Public Relations Manager at Bao Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    We're glad you enjoyed your visit (we love the green decor)! Sorry we don't offer BYO, but hopefully our delicious food made up for it!

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Amazing Food - a nice take on Baos.

    Had the belly pork Bao - succulent, juicy and well cooked Strongly recommend visiting this restaurant for some Chinese food with a difference. The service was also very good and friendly.

    Thank Kiwi8888
    Michaela S, Marketing Manager at Bao Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks for your review! I can't decide whether the chicken or Pork Belly Bao is my favourite! We're glad you enjoyed your experience with us!

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Tasty!

    I tried a lamb baoger and also had half a dozen dumplings. The food was served quickly, and was very tasty. The bao bun was excellent. Combine that with a lovely hostess and nice surroundings and you have a good dining experience. Possibly a little...More

    Thank swimwalkeatlaugh
    Reviewed 16 December 2017 via mobile
    Amazing food and service

    We come here everytime we go to Riccarton Mall. Great to get out of the busy mall to a relaxing lunch. Food is yum - recommend the pork belly baoger and the dumplings!

    Thank Aimee R
    Reviewed 13 December 2017 via mobile
    Light and tasty

    I have been here many many times with friends. The service is warm friendly, and accommodating. In addition to this, the service is consistently good, regardless of whom is serving us. The food speaks for itself. Everything is full of flavour and prepared well. Perfect...More

    Thank JayMcYo
    Reviewed 10 December 2017 via mobile
    Great service but average food

    We ordered a movie set for two people even though we were not really allowed to. The cashier was kind enough to make an exception for us, seeing we are out of towners. The set was 28.50nzd for two baogers, fries and two drinks. The...More

    Thank Zac C
    Reviewed 6 December 2017 via mobile
    Just a few Gluten Free options

    Bao Bar only has a few Gluten Free options on their menu but I was thankful for those few options! I had the chicken rice paper rolls which had plenty of flavour and some fries. There is a gluten free vegetarian curry on the menu...More

    Thank Louise M
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
    Average prices
    US$4 - US$11
    Cuisine
    Asian, Healthy, Street Food, Cafe, Diner, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Delivery, Reservations, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible
    Good for
    Child-friendly
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Monday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Tuesday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Wednesday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Thursday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Friday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Saturday
    11:00 - 22:00
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 111a Riccarton Road, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  South Island  >  Canterbury Region  >  Christchurch
    • Phone Number: +64 3-343 5588
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    Description
    Bao Bar is a fully licensed Eatery that experiments with delicious ingredients to bring you innovative Asian flavors at affordable prices. We bring inspiration from the streets of Asia to central Riccarton, the environment is different but the soul remains the same! All ingredients are prepared fresh each day, creating a flavor so good that it reminds you why being food-obsessed (and specifically obsessed with finding the best Asian street food in town) is always worth it. Enjoy!
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