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BAO IS LIFE

Red Bao team member holding a freshly steamed bao under the glowing Bao Is Life sign

Bao Bun.
Just Tastier.

What is Bao?

Bao is a traditional Chinese steamed bun with a soft, pillowy dough and a savory filling like pork, beef, chicken, or vegetables. Freshly steamed and easy to eat on the go, bao is warm, flavorful, and one of China's most popular street foods.

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top flavors.

Pork Bao

Pork Bao

from $9.99
Most Popular

Our classic bao features juicy seasoned pork wrapped in a soft, fluffy steamed bun. The timeless favorite that never goes out of style.

Chicken Bao

Chicken Bao

from $9.99

Fluffy steamed bao filled with juicy seasoned chicken and fresh vegetables. Light yet satisfying, perfect for enjoying on the go.

Veggie Bao

Veggie Bao

from $8.99

Pillowy steamed bao filled with fresh vegetables, mushrooms and aromatic seasonings. Rich in natural umami flavor.

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WHAT'S STEAMIN'?

Bao in bamboo steamers with chili oil and dipping sauces

Discover the world of bao, one bite at a time.

The steamed bun America's been missing.

Bao ≠ Dumpling

The steamed bun America's been missing.

Crafted with care, steamed to perfection.

How We Make Bao

Crafted with care, steamed to perfection.

Open. Dip. Bite. Repeat.

The Perfect Bao Bite

Open. Dip. Bite. Repeat.

About Red Bao

Red Bao brings one of China's favorite street foods to Columbus—soft, freshly steamed bao filled with bold, savory flavors. Order now and pick up at Polaris or Grandview. More Red Bao locations are coming soon across Columbus.

Our Story
Woman taking a bite of a freshly steamed Red Bao bun

Questions? We've got bao.

What is Red Bao known for?

Freshly steamed bao and Chinese street food favorites: Pork Bao, Beef Bao, Chicken Bao, Veggie Bao, Dan Dan Noodles, Sesame Peanut Noodles, Shanghai Scallion Oil Noodles, Lo Mein, General Tso's Chicken, Orange Chicken, Mongolian Beef, Fried Dumplings, Egg Rolls, Strawberry Matcha, Ube Matcha, Mango Fruit Tea, and Grandpa's Chili Crunch.

What else is on the menu?

Our menu covers Bao Buns, Chinese Noodles, Dumplings, Appetizers, Chinese Favorites, Sides, Dipping Sauces, Fruit Tea, and Matcha Lattes.

When should I come by?

Red Bao is made for Chinese Street Food, Steamed Buns, Asian Food, Lunch, Dinner, and Quick Bites — fast, fresh and easy to eat on the go.

Do you offer takeout, delivery, or catering?

Yes — Takeout, Delivery, and Catering. Order from Red Bao Polaris at 1500 Polaris Parkway, and Red Bao Grandview at 1400 Dublin Road. Red Bao Olde Towne East, and Red Bao Short North are coming soon.

What areas of Columbus do you serve?

We serve Polaris, Westerville, Lewis Center, Worthington, Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Victorian Village, Ohio State Campus, Short North, Arena District, Downtown Columbus, and Olde Towne East.

Is Red Bao good for families and vegetarians?

Absolutely. Red Bao is Vegetarian Friendly, and Family Friendly, with veggie bao, noodles and family combos.