The service and food was awful. Chow mein prepared in un salted water very over cooked and flavorless/squishy. Mango ginger ale was painfully over whelming with ginger it paired awfully with the orange chicken which also tasted like I was chewing on a chunk of ginger. To top it off, the staff was so RUDE. When I asked "what's the wow bao combo?" The cashier told me "it's small portions of everything" then when I asked "what food is everything?" She rolled her eyes at me and turned to her manager who told me "it's a snack size of noodles, salad, and a potsticker". Then when she asked me what sauce I wanted on my noodles she angrily mumbled "soyMustardOrhusmn" then when I asked what she meant she angrily yelled "SOY, MUSTARD, or (third option still impossible to make out)." The entire experience and meal was disgusting, learned from my lesson and will never waste my time or money at wow bao ever again. read more

So Incredibly RUDE! I just tried to order something for pickup tomorrow morning. Not only did I patiently wait my turn in line, then wait for someone separate to come out and help, but I was told that I should just order online. As I was asking a question, he walked away and went behindthe wall and answered the phone. Never came back, nothing! SO RUDE!!! This restaurant will NOT be getting my breakfast order after the way I was treated! Learn some customer service! that's pathetic! read more

really liked it. had the kung pao chicken and chicken bao......good times try it out

My first time visiting this restaurant. The food was wonderful. The service was excellent from the time we ordered to the delivery of the food. I would search this place out again when I'm in the area!! read more

Pretty good and cheap. I didn't realize they offered anything but Bao, but was pleasantly surprised by the choices - bowls, salads, pot-stickers and bao. I went in the evening so couldn't follow anyone's direction, and I had a heck of a time figuring out how to order. Also where to find eating utensils (hint: the forks are in the dispenser decorated with a large picture of a fork). Once I found the person taking the orders, she was extremely helpful - I wanted a combo and she recommended the thai chicken and bbq pork bao, along with the peanut noodle salad. They were all very good, but calling the peanut noodle dish a salad is a bit misleading - it's a bowl of cold noodles, with a couple of sprigs of cilantro, and a container of delicious spicy peanut sauce. I picked up a $1 salad at McDonalds, mixed them together, and it was perfect! I think the nutritional information is a bit misleading, too - they list the dressing separately, and it has lots of calories and fat (maybe more than the noodles). Otherwise, I would go back. Perhaps order something different :-) read more

I never get tired of this place. Surely, not the most authentic bao in the world, or even the city (though I haven't done much exploring on that end) but stopping in for a snack or a light meal always leave me satisfied. My favorite are the pork and curry chicken as well as the chocolate, but when I am feeling "healthy" I throw in an edamame bao. The salads are alright but get a bit boring after you've had them a few times but the bao and yummy drinks never get old. Good place to stop if you are late to work or class and need something to gulp down on the way! read more

As I looked around the restaurant most everyone appeared to be enjoying these white fluffy savory balls filled with meat......or as the sign at the restaurant indicated "Asian Steamed Buns." Like the old movie, "When Harry Met Sally," I said to my husband, "I'll have what she's having!" The Baozis were definitely ubiquitious and ethereal! We indulged in the bar-b-que pork Baozi (Bapao). I would describe these as the Asian equivalent to sandwiches in the West or a delectable Empanada (only not fried), but not a dumpling. With a savory meat, and in some cases vegetable filling wrapped in dough and steamed, they make a complete meal that can be eaten on the go. You like tomato and I like tomahto. Potato, potahto, tomato, tomahto....Who cares how these are spelled or pronounced! Purse-shaped bao zi (roughly translated as "wrapped around thing") are made with a fluffy, sweet, yeast-leavened dough housing sweet or savory fillings and are regarded as their own species: Steamed Buns. The texture of the dough was smooth, light and springy. They were exquisitely shaped. We really enjoyed our bar-b-que pork Baozis which contained the perfect amount of meat. We ordered the box of six for $9; we also ordered the combination spicy noodles with six pot stickers (one was chicken pot stickers; the other pork). The spicy peanut sauce came in a small plastic container with a lid, so one can make one's own noodles as spicy hot as one would like. The noodles are in a clear plastic container with fresh cilantro and served very cold. Don't expect them to be hot like the pot stickers. I dumped my noodles in the red bowl with my pot stickers. It worked. The only negative that we experienced was that we didn't know which pot stickers were chicken and/or pork. Both tasted the same -- we couldn't tell the difference. It came to $13 and change, but it was very average. Nothing spectacular. Traditionally, dumplings (such as pot stickers) were reserved for the most special, festive occasions of the year. They were associated with ringing in the Chinese New Year, Weddings and VIP Guests. They symbolized wealth, fortune and family. This is no longer the case today. When we went to China on vacation, we noticed that Baozi, or "Steamed Bun", is one of the staples of Chinese cuisine, sold and served up by street vendors and enjoyed anytime of the day. It is a popular breakfast dish in China. We really enjoyed the bar-b-que pork Baozis. NOTE TO SELF: Go back to China Town in Chicago to get the "authentic" not-so-Americanized Bao. (This restaurant is super small, cramped, tables are close together and there isn't a lot of seating space especially if you are with a large group. Good Luck finding a spot). Service was efficient and fast. Pay for your order, go grab a table ASAP, and listen for your number (they shout out the numbers). Pick up your food at the front counter and ask your friend, spouse or family member to "save" your table/seats. read more

Clever in so many ways, it was fun to eat at Wow Bao. Beyond the novelty it wasn't good enough to merit a return trip. The Bao just aren't that great and everything else on the menu could be had somewhere else. It's cheap and the ginger drink is good. It's worth it to go once for the experience. read more

Tricked me with their cool marketing! Everything is pre-made. I got it in like 30 seconds. The potstickers were soggy and unsatisfying. Didn't finish my bowl. It day covered in cilantro. read more

What a disappointment! Ordered the mongolian beef w/ noodles, plus potstickers, bao buns, kung pao noodles. Overall the potsticker was the best part. I would try other things on the menu, but not what i ordered. read more

i've only tried the bao here. i think the edamame is the most tasty, although this last time i went, it could have used more filling. the bbq pork is very sweet, too much sauce, and there's a processed flavor to the chicken curry - i can't put my finger on it - maybe it's just not as bold as a curry should be. as for the apple cinnamon, the combination of the spongy bun and apple filling was just too weird for my taste. props for cleanliness... does anyone else find their slogan "hot asian buns" to be slightly offensive? considering the hypersexualized stereotypes of asian women, i can't help think that it's a cheeky play on such images. damn, pun NOT intended. read more

I ordered the potstickers and baos (pork and cabbage, and teriyaki chicken and spicy Mongolian beef, respectively). The food was over ally very good and pretty close to what I know from NYC Chinatown. I also had the fresh made ginger ale lime chia special drink. That was pretty good but I wish it had more chia. read more

Nice friendly take out place with a good amount of seating. Clean, modern facilities/decor. Staff was so friendly and helpful. I tried the spicy Mongolian Beef bowl w/ two Bao combo for takeout. I had just the right amount of kick and the right amount of food for under 10 bucks. I'll definitely return to try their breakfast Bao!! read more

Enjoyed our quick lunch here. Unique concept for those who want to expand their food choices. Service very friendly and helpful. Decor very pleasing and clean. Try it! read more

Very disappointing. Shriveled up potstickers . Buns seemed like they had been sitting out for quite a while. Fast food at its worst. The only thing I enjoyed was their computerized ordering system. read more

This place is great! I went here for the first time this weekend and I am craving more. The service was fast, friendly, and efficient. The prices were fair. And the food was awesome. I had the teriyaki chicken with rice, a hoisin pork bun, and a thai curry chicken bao. read more

Such a great experience. The food was yummy the service was even better everybody there was so nice and help me with the menu as I was not accustomed to it. I recommend getting the bowels the teriyaki and barbecue are my favorite! Seriously you will not get better service in a fast casual place in downtown Chicago than this! read more

Fun kiosk ordering, yummy bao. If you like ginger with a bite, get the house made ginger ale. Delish!

The baos or buns were awesome. Staff very nice. I feel like these are filling but maybe not a meal. A great casual place to meet up with someone before moving on to another place. read more

Worst service ever. Order system was down and all staff got lost. Some staff even demonstrated dissatisfaction toward the customers, indirectly read more

It's a bit pricey, but even though the baos look small, they fill you up. And the most amazing thing in the world is the chocolate bao. I LIVE for chocolate baos... read more

Overall a solid C. The service was good, but the food was pretty bad. I got a 6 pack of teriyaki and bbq bao and not only did everything taste the same, but it made me sick. The only appreciable difference between the chicken and the pork was that the pork had hunks of fat in with the meat. I ended up throwing most of it away and trying the custard and chocolate instead. They were passable, but nothing to write home about. read more

Inexpensive fast food. The fresh ginger soda is good. Easy to order using touch screen tech.

I've never had a bao before this place and was really impressed. They are small but extremely filling; I had a couple of the teriyaki ones for my main course and the chocolate one (very rich) for desert. They are also a good price and really quick. It can get pretty crowded at lunch time but that's most places downtown read more

THE place for steamed pork buns, I crave them for lunches downtown. Also had a soup that was ok, so will probably just go here for the 'hot asian buns' as they call them on their sign :) read more

Basic staple and quick. Fresh food that is yummy and no frills.

I tried my first hot asian buns last night. Fabulous! Wow Bao has really friendly, fast service and cheap, delicious food. There's some seating, and a hip atmosphere. Bonus: they try hard to be easy on the environment. What more can I ask for? I'll definitely come back soon. read more

Used to have a great lunch buy with their 3 for $5 deal. It just went up to $6 and it's overpriced. Sorry, Wow Bao, you just lost me.

No wow. I have no idea what anyone could be raving about. The dumplings were meh, and the chicken teriyaki on cabbage had less then no flavor. read more

Today I ordered a 205 calorie lunch. As I was eating I realized that is not gotten the full order. I went to the order station. Not only they gracious, they were generous. I will go back. Good food, and kind staff! read more

Interesting and creative concept for the most loved and easiest buns to eat. They have a variety of warm, fresh, yummy buns to eat right away or take out. You can also buy by the box to freeze at home. You can also get sides with your order. It's a fun and casual place to eat a quick lunch or snack. The customer service was fine. During peak hours, there could be a long line. read more

A bit above average pricing but this is downtown so this is expected. I love the Thai curry Chicken bowls with Jasmine rice! Baos are great and the place is convenient + quick. Always love coming here! read more

Fast and yummy! The yellow Thai curry bao and teriyaki chicken bao were soooo tasty. I can't wait to go back.

Love this place, just wished they had more selections in filling! Can't wait to visit again so I can get some BBQ pork!

what's better than hot asian buns? well besides my hot asian buns. no but this place is really good. i like the softness of the buns. very tasty. i going back for more. read more