Best Bao Restaurants In London

Craving some bao? In London Bridge, you can head to Amazing Grace for unforgettable Asian cuisine with a twist. Whether you're ordering individual buns or a mixed platter, you can enjoy everything from pulled beef brisket to tofu with charred broccoli as fillings. It's not just the food that's impressive here though, as this renovated church boasts gorgeous stained glass windows and state-of-the-art audio-visual displays creating 3D projections. What's more, they also host brilliant live music events here on a regular basis.

For some of the tastiest bao in the capital, venture to Aldgate's Yuu Kitchen on Commercial Street. Head chef Jon de Villa is flaunting a fabulous Southeast Asian-inspired menu filled to the brim with fluffy goodness. Think fillings of wagyu, buttermilk chicken, salmon, pork belly, aubergine and more.

Brought to you by the Bone Daddies team, the izakaya-inspired Flesh & Buns can be found in Covent Garden and Fitzrovia serving up authentic Japanese eats. Enjoy designed-to-be-shared dishes such as DIY steamed buns with a multitude of fillings on offer, as well as hirita buns, sushi plates and much more, alongside a selection of Asian-style drinks like frozen yuzu margaritas and whiskeys. What's more, they host fantastic brunches here as well.

Fancy your bao with a Korean twist? Head to On The Bab where you'll find street food staples with a kick. Serving up everything from bao with breaded prawns and mushroom fritters to Korean fried chicken and bulgogi beef, we guarantee you won't leave hungry.

With a noodle shop and additional sites in areas such as King's Cross, BAO Borough offers counter dining in a stylish and minimalist setting. Enjoy bao flavours such as curry cheese, shortrib and fried chicken, alongside other Taiwanese eats.

Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay is inspired aesthetically by the drinking dens of 1930s Tokyo - sleek and dark, it's the ideal spot to bring a date for a spot of Asian fare. And of course, there are bao buns on the menu, among other delights like maki and sashimi. Our attention is caught by the bonito fried duck leg bao (£34) with spicy hoisin and cucumber, and other fillings such as tofu and hot avocado (£15) and lobster siu mai (£23.50). 

Travel up to witness sky-high views among a low-lit, contemporary space adorned with red lanterns and trees at Hutong at The Shard. The restaurant comes from Hong Kong's Aqua Group and serves a delicious range of cuisine from Northern China. Our favourite dish? Why it has to be the pan-seared ginger lobster bao bun of course. 

Sister restaurant to Peckham's (always fully booked) Mr Bao, Daddy Bao is another legendary location where buns stuffed with prawn, tofu and chicken are paired with Japanese cocktails and a cosy, lantern-lit date night setting.

Inspired by Asia's western style cafes, BAO King's Cross brings the Boleros of Taiwan and Kissetens of Japan to the streets of London. Expect to tuck into amazingly authentic dishes that'll leave you feeling like you're in an old foam teashop.

Think beef tendon nuggets, whipped tofu and classic bao, from fish black to Daikon. In a rush? The to-go counter serves up baked delicacies, bubble teas and speciality coffee.

Bun House comes from founders Z He and Alex Peffy with interiors designed by He's Five Line Projects. You'll find it in the heart of China Town serving its signature Cantonese buns filled with rich, egg yolk yellow custard as well as savoury options like pork, chicken and beef. Grab three for £11 or steam your own at home from £21 for a set of six. 

In the heart of Soho, Bone Daddies blends beautiful bao buns with a heavy rock'n'roll spirit. First opened in 2012 by Australian chef Ross Shonhan, formerly of Zuma and Nobu, this place makes top‑tier Japanese cooking accessible, fun and anything but formal.

You can expect buzzing queues for a table, a blaring rock soundtrack and plate after plate of steaming buns. There's all kinds of bao to sink your teeth into, from the katsu chicken to the chashu pork.