Bao Bao Dumpling House

Found this place on our way home from a camping trip and we were very happy with our visit. We tried many dishes, drinks and dessert and all was delicious! The kitchen and our server, Naomi, were super accommodating our friend's shellfish allergy. She was so excited to be able to try some new things she is not typically able to try. Absolutely great service, we will definitely be back!

Hands down the best food I have eaten since moving to Maine in 2020. My partner is vegan and I am vegetarian and their selection is awesome - the vegan dumplings were amazing, and my personal favorite was the Tea Tofu - out of this world! They even had a vegan chocolate mousse that was creative and delicious. I had the pavlova which was a little chewier than I am used to but still scrumptious. Our server was a delight. Will be going back frequently!

Everything in the restaurant is very good, the atmosphere, the taste of the food, the staff, except for the shrimps which are a bit small.

Everything was above and beyond. Our server got one of our dishes wrong, but the dumplings we got instead were great. If you’ve never had enoki mushroom “nest”, try it! It tastes shocking similar to the best fried clams. Light crispy breading, briny umami taste, delightfully greasy. Watermelon tartare in tigers milk was so unique! Never had anything like it. My son said some of the top dumplings he’s ever had.

My guest, the birthday celebrant, got really bad food poisoning there. Nothing was good enough to share fortunately for the rest of the party, except dessert. I called twice and no one returned my call, hence the review. Atmosphere is clean, plain. Service was excellent. Desserts were good.

Our first visit and we were not disappointed. The dishes are served family style and meant to share. A variety of cold and hot dishes along with some nice dim sum offerings. We did not have dessert. It’s worth a visit.

Nice place that has good food. I would say that it is a little pricey and not a good place to bring children. The food selection is not a lot. Most everything is shareable so keep that in mind when you order. They recommend 3 to four dishes but i think when we went, we ordered more than enough. 5 of us ordered about 3 to 4 each.

Man, oh man, this place. I can't get over what a great experience Tao Yuan's chef's tasting menu is. Visited on a Wednesday evening. We had a 13 course meal for under $50!! Staff treated us like VIPs. Every dish was absolutely phenomenal. The food just keeps on coming! Two hours of foodie paradise. It's worth a trip to Maine just for a chance to visit Tao Yuan. If Michelin reviewed Maine this place would earn at least one star. Keep up the amazing work!!!!!

Gracious reception-- we were seated promptly in one of the charming, serene Asian inspired rooms. The craft cocktails were outstanding.. served from the small, well appointed bar.. By the time we left, each seat at the bar was filled. .. as was the restaurant. Our server recommended we share dinner, suggesting we choose one from each of the three main categories.. We began with the 'firecracker slaw'-- a crisp, cold delicious combination of crunchy veggies in a unique sauce. Next we ordered from the dumpling selection.. and our last course was from the hot entrees .. we ordered the lotus root with crispy tofu -- . as well as a curried noodle and chicken option. It was all perfect, and the attentive service really enhanced our experience. We cannot wait to return.

My sister in law, my guest & birthday celebrant, got food poisoning two weeks ago at Bao Bao. I've called twice and no one has called me back. I am furious. It cost me close to $300 with drinks & desserts for 4 people. So you can imagine what bad business this is. Plain ambience, but good service otherwise. Nothing was "oooo!" good enough to share. Thank god.

We came here on a Thursday night. We didn't have reservations so we sat at the bar. We sat next to the kitchen so we were able to observe them putting the dishes together. Our bartender was very nice and attentive. Food was good. We got the bulgogi potstickers and the clay pot chicken. Happy to come back for a visit next time we are in Maine.

One of our favorite spots in mid-coast Maine. Terrific and creative dumpling spot that rivals our usuals in San Francisco. Everything we have tried is very good, but flavors really shine in dumplings. Beef Bulgogi potstickers are a must try, three treasures dumplings and won ton handkerchief soup are all worth the trip. Very friendly and attentive staff, reasonably priced and nice casual vibe. If you can, try their Asian market and bakery out back.