Bao Sandwich Bar, located at 62 Balsam St B106 in Waterloo, ON, offers an impressive array of Asian fusion delights that elevate the traditional sandwich experience. Customers rave about the fluffy, soft baos, with many highlighting favorites like the Great Chicken Bao and the must-try Pork Belly. The combination of dishes, including the savory Seoul Beef Banh Mi and crispy fresh fries, has diners coming back for more. Despite its compact size, the restaurant's ambiance is cozy, and the staff are noted for their friendly, helpful service, making it a welcoming spot for both quick lunches and leisurely meals. Reviews consistently praise the freshness and flavor of the food, whether it's the piping hot bao or the nutritious house salad, perfect for those seeking a wholesome bite. While the popularity sometimes leads to waits, the exceptional quality of the meals—coupled with refreshing beverages like the Arizona Green Tea and Citrus Pea Flower Tea—makes it well worth the visit. Diners have described their experiences as “insane” and “amazing,” highlighting the irresistible charm of Bao Sandwich Bar. It’s a culinary gem that stands out in Waterloo’s dining scene.
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Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
No wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with university students
Planning
Usually has a wait
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Somewhat difficult to find a space
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Reviews For Bao Sandwich Bar
apple pi
May 20,2025
We got the great chicken bao and the seoul beef banh mi. I thought the great chicken was alright. I chose to have it in a bao and really liked the bao. I didn’t have the beef banh mi, but my companions said it tasted great and it did smell great. The staff were very nice and helpful, and there were quite a few spots to sit in for a small place.
K M
May 6,2025
It’s a bit hard to find but the food is well worth it. I stopped in for a late lunch and had their combo dish - Two Baos and a side (salad for me, I was feeling my bones). The food was fresh, piping hot and absolutely delicious - wonderful for a cold March day. Would definitely recommend.
Jacky
Apr 13,2025
Can get super busy so sometimes a wait. Well worth the wait. Love the fluffy soft Bao's. 1 is a snack and 2 is getting close to a meal. Lots of options for everyone. Must try - pork belly.
N
Apr 13,2025
Cute small space. Recommend highly from friends. Was not a big fan of the pork belly sandwich however the beef was amazing and French fries, top notch. Perfectly crispy! Sandwiches were loaded and fresh! Definitely will be back again. Friends had spicy pork and avocado sandwiches.
Kensie Dooley Mortgages
Apr 7,2025
Food is insanee. Fries didn’t make the drive home. This was amazinggg. Highly recommend. Will definitely be going back.
Tony Tran
Mar 27,2025
FREE WIFI. AMAZING FOOD! They Jam Pack your bao or banh mi full of juicy meat! I would definitely come here again. The store is on the other side of the building down a stairwell. There was parking when I went. Easy to order. Staff is super nice and there’s a place to hangout to eat and chat. 100% recommend if you’re in the area! I love duck so I really recommend it. I had the pork too! It was also good! Look no further! Come here!!!
Sa Hua
Mar 24,2025
The Dynasty Duck bao was amazing but the duck poutine was underwhelming because of the gravy. If the poutine has the sauce of the dynasty duck bao it would be so much better. The regular fries are good by themselves. Delicious food overall but the place could definitely be a bit cleaner. We had to wipe down the tables quite a bit when arriving.
Demora Pringel
Mar 18,2025
Great food for a good price. I would recommend checking it out if your in the area. The place is a little hidden but it is worth it.
Reviews For Bao Sandwich Bar