Bao Brewhouse

Stopped by Bao Brewhouse in downtown Denver and really enjoyed the experience. The place has a super cool Asian inspired design red lighting, wood details and a relaxed atmosphere that feels unique right when you walk in. The food was full of flavor and nicely presented. I had the miso soup, chicken skewers, and salad everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. The service was quick, the staff were friendly and prices were very reasonable for the quality. There’s plenty of room whether you sit at the bar, high stools, or tables across the three floors, so it’s great for solo dining or hanging with friends. Definitely one of the better spots downtown for Asian fusion food and good vibes. Tip: Check out the upper floor cool lighting and great people-watching!

Absolutely incredible experience! Definitely a trendy Downtown vibe. The staff were chill, friendly and knowledgeable. Everything we ordered was uniquely crafted and special. The amount of talent and thought that has gone into each dish is unsurpassed. The downstairs area was much more relaxed, whereas the upstairs is a bit more formal and potentially more expensive.

Matt C was an amazing server. Made the experience even more enjoyable! Food was excellent. Highly recommend the “We Have The Duck Roujiamo” so crispy and light and duck was cooked perfectly!

amazing happy hour deals! they had lovely service, the atmosphere is fun and food came out fast! the brussels sprouts are delicious, along with the pork soup dumplings and the fried chicken dumpling.

Red doors and a happy Buddha greeted us as we entered. We had reservations upstairs in the tea room. We ordered bbq pork buns, Kobe beef dumplings, and veggie egg rolls. I had a fun cocktail too. Food was excellent and easy to share. We had to wait a long time for our drinks to arrive, but overall service was good.

Bao was a great experience. Unique style from the bright red doors to the HVAC system designed to look like a dragon, the atmosphere was stylish and elegant. We did not need a reservation and were seated to a hightop. Menus and ordering were through an online system that was easy enough to use. Food was really good. We enjoyed Bao and dumplings to start. Both dishes were delicious and side sauces were fantastic. Main dish for me was spicy yakisoba. One of the best meals I have had downtown in a while.

We came here for a lunch and were positively surprised how delicious the food was! I really liked their soup dumplings and fried chicken bao, and my friend loved their Philly cheesesteak dumplings. Our waitress was very attentive and gave us good tips. We will definitely be back!

I really enjoyed the fried chicken bao bun and the cream cheese rangoons were soo good. My server Cici was awesome and told me about the deals going on. The atmosphere was really nice and I bet it’s even better at night!

My review reflects the wonderful array of food I tried at a private event at the Bao Brewhouse. The servers were super friendly. I love the cut to order Peking duck meat and tons of unusual condiments and sauce pairings. The vib is hip with a private DJ upstairs in the tea room. There is a movie projector showing Bruce Lee movies in the stairway to the tearoom. The decor feels like Shanghai in the 1950s with lots of red lanterns, retro furniture and a dark mysterious interior. What a fun place to visit. I will be back to dine at this restaurant.

This dumpling house in LoDo completely blew me away! The atmosphere is absolutely perfect -- modern, stylish, and thoughtfully designed with that elevated Chinese aesthetic that feels both cozy and chic. The food was 10/10. I tried several dishes and every single one was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The upstairs menu is different from the downstairs menu, but the staff were so accommodating and even made a few exceptions for me, which I really appreciated! Highly recommend trying the duck ramen and the tofu bao, both were outstanding. Between the food, the vibe, and the service, this spot is a total win. Easy to walk around before or after the meal-parking right across the street.

Got a Friday evening reservation up in the tea room and was excited after seeing a video about the spot. BB makes you feel like you're in an alley in a Chinatown with all the decor and dimmed lighting. We got drinks which were fantastic, with imaginative names and a ton of selection that seemed to rotate with the seasons. For food, we ordered the pork XLB, spare rib pork buns and short rib noodles. Considering the prices when compared to an actual dim sum spot, had hoped this would hit the spot. The noodles had pieces of spare rib but the buns that were supposed to have them ended up being like a pulled pork?? Noodles fell short of flavor. We also were enticed to try the mochi donuts (see pic) but tasted like something out of an easy bake oven - I don't think they were fried? I'm glad others report great service as our 3 items took some time, even prompting the waitress to check on it without us asking. Overall - I would stop in for some vibey drinks but you're better off skipping the food and satisfying your craving at a real dim sum spot.

A downtown staple. The vibes here cannot be beat. We have been multiple times to celebrate birthdays and highly recommend. There was a DJ on Saturday, but it was just the right decibel so we could still talk and enjoy. The food is perfect for sharing and cannot be beat. Each dumpling is better than the next and the kitchen works so that you can continuously order throughout the meal. Great service, great atmosphere - you should absolutely make a reservation for your next event!

Service was amazing, food was amazing, and there was a loud but swanky vibe with a live DJ upstairs in the area Room. This restaurant has 3 levels, all with 3 different vibes. It's best to make a reservation, especially on the weekend. We had about a 40 minute wait, but it was worth it. The bartender, Selina upstairs in the Tea Room was great! We're only in town for the weened but I'd definitely recommend it come back if I'm in town again.

While visiting Denver, I was craving Asian food but wanted a fusion twist so it wouldn't feel like something I could easily get back home. I looked up Asian fusion restaurants and this place fit the bill. An upscale establishment that clearly tailors to its Denver patrons. You can sense that just by looking at some of the menu items. If it's your first time, know that the Tea Room menu starts after 5 PM and is located upstairs. The menu is more expansive and the ambiance is elegant and romantic compared to the party vibe atmosphere of the Tap Room downstairs. Seated in the booth, it was hard to flag down staff, so you have to rely on them walking by, which doesn't happen often. Here's what we ordered: * In-N-Baout Roujiamos ($14.88) - 7/10 Gimmicky item. The flavors are reminiscent of In-N-Out burgers. Tasty but nothing special. The shrimp chips that came with it were stale. After a few bites, our server returned with a fresh bowl, explaining she had heard feedback from other guests and made a new batch. That was very nice of her. * Shrimp Shumai ($15.88) A dim sum staple and one of my favorites. The flavors were there but the texture was different from what I normally expect. Probably due to the small size. It was a bit on the over tender/mushy side. Each piece is about a single bite, making it roughly $3 a piece. The tobiko was refreshing and the sauce was delicious. * Drunken Empress ($17.88) + Duck Breast ($9.88) - 9/10 I came for this dish specifically. It was excellent and nailed about 95% of what I was hoping for. The only minor drawback was that the noodles were slightly undercooked and chewy. Interesting things I noticed: * Side Chili Oil ($1.88) - Wouldn't you think hot sauce or chili would be complimentary at any Asian restaurant? Not here. They charge $1.88 for a side of chili oil and chili crisp. Honestly thinks it tastes very much like Lao Gan Ma. Hm... * Toothpick - After finishing my meal, I asked for a toothpick. The front desk staff said they were out but would grab one from the back. A few minutes later she returned with a bamboo cocktail pick and said, "this is your toothpick." I wasn't sure if it was a joke, but yes, I tried to use it. No, it didn't really work. Was I trolled? Possibly. Would I come back? Definitely not for the Tap Room experience, but I'd be willing to try the Tea Room menu. I've heard it's run by different chefs and the quality of the food is higher.

We ordered from the Dim Sum menu since we were hopping around Downtown Denver and wanted to sample as many restaurants we can. Bao Brewhouse was our first stop and they definitely set the bar. Their restaurant is split into two settings, tap room (lower level/chill/bar stools/casual) and tea room (upper level/more intimate/dining tables/fancy casual), both designed beautifully and have great vibes. We chose to sit at the patio, given my sisters were visiting from the Midwest and crave all the sun when visiting CO. The service was so convenient! You scan a QR code and place your order, puff comes the staff with your food. And still frequently filled our waters and cleared our plates. When we were ready for our bill, we just paid it online and closed out our tab. Just a smooth system and I love that others have this style of placing orders and closing tabs. Everything we had were chef's kiss delish Our most favorite and different dish you don't typically see was the Bluefin Tuna Crispy Rice. I love Crispy Rice served this way and not many do and then simply topped with great tuna, spicy mayo, jalapeño and eel sauce...yumyumyum. I'm coming here again! Sorry sisters, I'm not waiting when y'all come back to visit There's so much more to explore.

My daughter and I were headed to the Buell for a show and came for dinner. I made reservations ahead for the tea room giving us plenty of time to sit, chat and enjoy dinner. We were seated where we could see the brick wall of the stairway which had cool projected images that continuously changed. The lighting upstairs is a bit dimmer than the taproom downstairs giving more of an evening vibe. Jenny took care of us and told us about their Wednesday special. A prix fix selection that included a sake flight, a choice of a dim sum, an entrée and a side to share. Our flight included Road to Osaka, Dreamy Clouds, Then Thousand Waves and Soul of the Sensei. All had their own unique qualities and all paired well with our dinner. We chose Pork Xiao Long Bao for our dim sum. House-made pork soup dumplings, served with sweet black vinegar & chili oil. For our entrée, we selected the Short Rib Spicy Noodle dish, which included Lup cheong, garlic, ginger, scallion, baby boy-choy, tri-color peppers, fresno chili, Thai basil, pistachio, sambal hoisin, cilantro, daikon sprouts, miso Mongolian sauce. Our side was Shishitos & Brussels, fresh Brussel sprouts & shishito peppers lightly fried, tossed in their citrus sauce, then topped with fresh jalapeno and pistachio paired with a spicy aioli sauce. Everything was so delicious we felt bad that we were not able to take the left overs with us. Our overall favorite was the Shishitos & Brussels. I could just eat a bowl of those with that spicy aioli and be happy. Great food and drink and great overall experience.

I came here after a night out and made it just in time before the kitchen closed. You order and pay online using a QR code and they bring the food out to you. So sometimes it was a little hard to flag someone down for help or for menu questions. The food was also really good! My reason for a lower rating was moreso because of the hard time getting help and because of the price range- dont really get too much bang for your buck. but full disclosure, I was visiting from LA so it's also based on a comparison of dim sum options from there Shrimp Shumai were light and the truffle sauce was so good the riff of the In N Out animal style was also good and my favorite of the night The crispy rice tuna was also good but nothing extraordinary. it seemed to have a similar flavor profile as a spicy tuna roll

Came here with my husband and infant on a Sunday evening to grab some drinks and dinner. We really enjoyed everything we ordered but one big complaint: this is not what I would consider a kid friendly establishment. Out of the gate, we had to navigate a number of stairs to get to the main level. Thankfully there were two of us as this is no easy feat with a stroller. We were able to get a half of a table and park our stroller at the end which was nice but it was LOUD and not ideal for little ears. I'd recommend bringing earmuffs for babies. Bathrooms were located up another flight of stairs and there was no changing table in the women's bathroom. Bad biz. I understand not much can be done about the stairs, but it's not a big ask to have a changing table in the pre-existing accessible bathroom. Now for the pros. Service was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Love the water jugs. Decor was also super fun - love that they painted the vents to look like a dragon. For drinks, my husband got the Bao Private Barrel Old Fashioned which was well crafted. I opted for Passion Pagoda -- delish! Super unique and refreshing. A lot of yummy sounding cocktails it was truly hard to choose. I will note they were not cheap at ~$16 each. Food was served family style. We went with the mushroom dumplings, buffalo chicken dumplings, fried chicken bao, and Spicy Yaki-Soba. It all came out quickly and was really tasty (also a bit pricey). Buffalo chicken dumplings and noodles were the favorites. Would have loved to try other dishes but my husband can't eat onions and all the other dishes had them with no option to exclude - sad. Overall I'd love to come back, but probably won't due to the lack of changing table. Alas.

Definitely worth a try on a Tuesday when they have their AYCE dumplings! Be warned though, it's limited to Xiao Long Bao and one other pre-selected dumpling. They also only put in one order at a time (5-6 dumplings) and you could easily be waiting 15mins between orders. That being said, the dumplings were tasty, though a little bit small. We ordered one other dumpling from the menu which was also yummy! Overall I felt like the quality of the food was good, but I'd be hesitant to come back due to the pricing/portion ratios unless you're willing to splurge a little. On top of that, parking is difficult in the area and can be pricey too (we paid $20 for two hours in the lot across the way) The inside has two floors, upstairs had a bit more intimate/moody lighting, while downstairs felt more bright and casual. Service was nice, decor was interesting, probably a good place for a date considering it's close to Larimer Square and other downtown spots.

Great vibe and location, especially if you're heading to a show at Ball Arena or the Denver Performing Arts Complex. We ate upstairs -- fun atmosphere but felt the food was a bit pricey for what it was. The menu had some decent options, though I'd probably try downstairs next time if the pricing's a bit lower for similar quality.

Finally we made it here. Always wanted to try this place! Parking is always tricky in downtown area, street parking it is! Although they have several parking lots and structures around. We came for lunch right when it opened. The waiter was nice and attentive. It's QR code ordering, which is quite convenient IMO and you just pay your tab right then or keep it open. You can also order with your waiter as well. We sat on the first floor in a little nook, since it's just us two. The ambiance gives out a cool-underground-speakeasy-hidden vibe. Lots of decor and their menu prices ends with $.88!!! You know what that means - FORTUNE!!! The number 8 in Chinese is a good luck number and also means fortune/money. Anyhow, my friend ordered the lunch special - 2 items for $14.88. She had the Bao belly buns and Rangoons. I ordered the Peking Noodle Soup. I did wanted the Yang Gui Fei, but it wasn't on their menu at the time. (btw, their menu changes frequently so don't always go off the pictures on Yelp!) My noodle soup was okay. I have had more authentic than this. The peking duck did was not tender, but chewy, and it didn't have the 5 spice flavor. I tasted black pepper on the skin and it was just not what I expected. Overall it was a good experience. My friend enjoyed her buns and rangoons, but not her beer. Not sure which she got, but not enjoyable according her face expression after the first sip. Glad we came to try it out.

What are you doing next Tuesday? Cancel it. Because Bao Brewhouse has something called Dump 'Em Out, and yes, it's unlimited soup dumplings. And yes, it's as glorious as it sounds. I went in for dumplings and left in a dumpling-induced bliss. Let's talk highlights: Pork Xiang Long Bao - These house-made pork soup dumplings are classic, comforting, and hit all the right savory notes. Especially good with the chili oil + sweet black vinegar. Mother Clucker - The June Dumpling of the Month and honestly? This fried chicken dumpling might have changed me. Corn, ginger, garlic, green onion, and lemongrass packed into a crispy dumpling with their treasure aioli and hot mustard? Unreal. Crab Cheese Rangoon - Easily the most extra (in the best way) rangoon I've had. Giant chunks of crab, a sweet + spicy pineapple sauce, and the perfect amount of crunch. S&S Short Rib Bao - Tender, fall-apart short rib, paired with a cherry-pomegranate glaze and spicy apple slaw, all inside a perfectly steamed bao bun. I'd come back for this alone. Drinks? A+ all around. My favorites were the Paper Crane (mezcal, hibiscus, yuzu--bright, smoky, and slightly bitter) and the Blueberry Lavender French 75 for something floral and refreshing. Vibe: Cool, trendy, but not try-hard. The space is gorgeous, and service was great. Bottom line: Don't sleep on this spot. Whether you're a dumpling fan or just want a fun night out with top-tier drinks and bold flavors, Bao Brewhouse delivers. And if you go on a Tuesday? Even better.

Super fun vibe with loud music and lots of people in party mode. The food was delicious and the staff was very attentive to our needs. We also really enjoyed the martinis that were made for us. The only reason I'm taking one star off is because the prices are absolutely insane for what you get.

Solid tasty food here! Busy but very attentive wait staff! Super hard working and caring people always taking care of us when we come in. I enjoy both the upstairs experience where sometimes they have events as well like the drag brunch we went to over Pride. Or also to get in quickly eating downstairs at a high top is also an excellent experience. Top quality drinks and the food is always rich in flavor and great to split lots of different bites with friends and family here. My personal favorites are the drunken noodles here and the beef bao bun. It's a fun vibe inside and love the decor here and the lighting. Upstairs and downstairs have different styles but come together nicely and have their own thing. Crystal especially enjoys the tea upstairs! It's become one of our new favorites to go to again and again now!

It's kind of hard to park, but after that, it gets better. I've been a few times now, and I've never left disappointed. The music is always hip, but the type of hip differs. I've sat downstairs when the dubstep was loud and I've sat upstairs when the house music was at a nice level for dinner conversation. The food is consistently good, but it seems like I always order something that they're out of. Lots of options though! Overall, 4 stars for a few small food/service mishaps and items mentioned above, BUT, they keep me coming back!

Was visiting Denver and came across this place on a whim. We were trying to find a restaurant that was open late on a weekday & got here just an hour before they closed. The staff were very nice & we got seated right away on the first floor/tap room. Ordering on your phone was very easy through the QR code. Food was brought out timely and everything we ordered was so delicious! Especially enjoyed the cocktails! Loved the ambiance of the restaurant, it gave very modern vibes with the decor, paintings, and lights. Definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area!

We went to the upstairs tea room for a Saturday night date night. I'd recommend getting reservations as it was pretty busy, but the ambiance was very cute and intimate. They were playing super upbeat music, but it didn't deter from the vibe. The mocktails were great! The non-groni was as close to a Negroni as I've had. For the food - I don't know if I had my expectations too high from hearing about this place for a while, but I was disappointed. The dim sum was fine, but nothing amazing. Our favorite was the Big on the Pig, which was crunch and spicy, and then the short rib bao buns, which was marinated very well. Despite this, neither blew our minds. The soup dumplings had no soup in them. The Yang Kwei Fei stole the show. The duck and pork belly were tender, the noodles were cooked to perfection, and the entire dish was full of flavor. This alone was a 8.5/10 dish! Definitely recommend. In all, we would have walked away not coming back here if we hadn't decided to split an entree. So, if you go, I'd skip the dim sum and split 2 entrees!

Bao Brewhouse is such a vibe in downtown Denver, and the food truly delivers. We had the wings and the Mongolian steak fried rice, and both were phenomenal. The wings were perfectly crispy with just the right amount of flavor and heat, easily some of the best I've had in Denver. The Mongolian steak fried rice was packed with tender, flavorful steak and a rich, savory sauce that tied everything together beautifully. On top of that, Caleb was an amazing server, attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Between the lively atmosphere, incredible food, and excellent service, Bao Brewhouse is definitely a gem!

My partner and I came here to celebrate her birthday in the tea room upstairs. The service was great, the food was DELICIOUS, and the vibes are incredible. I've been here for dim sum downstairs, but the food upstairs is "elevated" and they aren't lying about it. The rangoons with king crab and Szechuan peppers made me rethink worry I could never go back to regular crab cheese wontons again. The mushroom dumplings were so tasty as well. The cocktails are all incredibly fun and the infusion of tea is such noticeably nice touch. Would happily celebrate any occasion here again.

デンバーのユニオンステーションやNBAのスタジアムが近い。試合を観に行って入れそうな店を物色してきたら見つけた。アジアンでちょっとオシャレな雰囲気が良さげで入店。 海老焼売はトリュフソースと合わせたり、芽キャベツの炒め物が出てきたりガーリックチャーハンは中毒性がすごい。店員さんも幸せオーラを振り撒いてサービス精神が旺盛。情報なしで入ったのに正解だったので嬉しい。

Food was great! I sat upstairs in the tea room at the bar. Bar tender was cool and fun to talk to. Great spot!

Matt C with all the rad tats treated us like fam. Baos, dumplings, beers, amazing! Good environment inside, clean, fast service!

My friend and I came on Tuesday for the unlimited Soup Dumplings day! It's $30 a person for unlimited Soup dumplings that comes out 5 at a time. My favorite was the beef soup dumplings and they also had a fried chicken one. We got SO FULL. It was so good though! My only wish is that they had more than 2 flavors of dumplings. Service was fantastic and they came around a lot to fill us up on dumplings. I love the atmosphere, they had a live dj on a Tuesday night! How awesome! Can't wait to back!

This spot came highly recommended by a local, and it might just be my new favorite Chinese restaurant. The food is served family-style, but my boyfriend devoured an entire order of the cheeseburger dumplings on his own, he loved them that much (not pictured). The fried rice portion was massive, easily enough to share between three people when paired with other dishes. The service was excellent, and the staff were super friendly, even jumping in to share their personal favorites and recommendations, which we really appreciated. We sat upstairs in the tea room where the music was bumping, so if you're looking for a quieter vibe or don't want to raise your voice to chat, I'd recommend grabbing a table downstairs instead. We will be back!

The aesthetics of this place is right up my alley. I loved being here and enjoying our drinks and food! Upon our first night visiting Denver, I had made a reservation for this place. It was easy to find and was within a ten minute walk of our hotel. The drinks are cute. We got one in a bar jar. The crispy chicken wings are delicious. Their soup dumplings are just right! It was delicious and our server was a super sweet lady! Totally would come here again when I can!

Great spot for creative and fun drinks! They even have a "tiki" cup you can take home after finishing your drink! Came by as part of a pre-comedy show bar crawl and was greeted by incredibly friendly staff that made sure our crew was well taken care of. Definitely would recommend for a future visit!

Alright, so two years ago, I stopped by for a quick bite at Bao Brewhouse and was absolutely blown away. While planning my trip to Denver this time around, I made it a point to plan a full dinner there to relive the deliciousness on a bigger scale. We arrived after a concert, 20 minutes before closing, only to be told that the kitchen was already closed. Understandable. Disappointed but determined, we decided to try again the next day. I booked a 10 PM reservation on OpenTable for their Teahouse. Not long after, I get a call from someone named Wolfe, informing me they close at that time. I was 1.5 hours away, so the earliest I could make it was 9:40. I explained that we wanted to grab the In-N-Out Buns which, are only available at the bar before heading to our 10 PM reservation upstairs. Wolfe asked that we head straight to our reservation instead, promising to make the baos happen if we mentioned his name. We arrive at 9:35, only to be told to wait. Weird considering they were supposedly in a rush for me to order the second I arrived?? When I'm finally seated, it took a while for anyone to come by. Finally, when our waiter comes by, I mention Wolfe's promise about the baos, and my waiter says, "Well, I talked to Wolfe too, and we can only give it to you to-go." But why when I had already planned to eat at the bar first, then head up for my reservation?? Maybe updating your reservation timings on OpenTable would avoid issues? After we finally order, our waiter returns to inform us that the only things left on the menu are a steak and a fish, and now he can "make the baos happen." Lol, alright. The baos, when they finally arrive, were as delicious as expected, but the shrimp chips were 100% stale. When I point this out, our waiter awkwardly laughs and walks away. A minute later, he returns to say "unfortunately, that's just how they are." Seriously? What?? Service 0/5. I don't care how good the rest of the food was, the service absolutely ruined my experience.

This place is super underplayed. My husband I sat in the lower level tap room. We sat at a communal table but felt like we very much had our own space. The restaurant is stylistically perfect, neon, and so very cool. The food matched the vibes. This part of the restaurant is contactless, so you order from a QR code and pace out your own food/drink. We loved everything we ate so follow your stomach and eat to your hearts content. We got two rounds of Asian brews to try as much as possible on the beer menu.

Love the vibe. The food was amazing. My favorite was the shrimp shumai. The staff was super personable. We got there right after it opened so they weren't busy, however I can see how this place can get on any night of the week. I will absolutely visit again. We sat at the bar and Selina served us. She was awesome.

The food is delicious here. I recommend the cheese ragoons and lucky buddah beers. Great ambiance in the main taphouse but if you are looking for a fancier vibe head to the tea house for a classier night.

We arrived at Bao House straight from the airport after a 4 hour flight delay and were starving. A bowl of rice or a plate of noodles was all I wanted in the world. Luckily, Bao Brewhouse delivered. Matthew C. was the BEST server, and the buns, xiao long bao, and other food didn't disappoint. I was the happiest woman on earth at this point. Thanks so much for taking care of us Matthew C.!

I have gone a few more times since this review. We did a dinner both upstairs once and downstairs again. We also came to drag brunch during pride to see our friend Richi Ramos and it has been everything! Bao is becoming one of our new go to's. We came here again tonight and sat downstairs. We got a table right away and immediately got our faves plus another dish to try new. I love the Bao buns of course I really like the beef one they have! I also love the drunken noodles and we get ours with steak. Ryan got a new dish with shrimp skewers and rice this time. I got a cosmo and he got a margarita of course. They are so good at coming by with plenty of water and checking in on you and making sure you are so well taken care of here. I was so happy and impressed with how clean everything was and quickly picking up after each guest and I just really appreciate the service here. I want to give a big shout out to all the server but especially Matt C ! Matt C. served us at the brunch and again tonight. He went out of his way to take care of Ryan due to his allergy. I'm always so happy and impressed when people do this for us because it's kind of a weird allergy but he was well versed in what to do and was so kind and helpful. Again all our servers have been amazing and work so hard and are a big reason we come back here. The food always comes out fresh and hot and pretty quickly for the type of food it is. And I like the whole vibe here. Of course we had a blast at the brunch and are so happy that Bao is so quick for us to get to whenever we want - how lucky are we ?

Service was great and this place is super vibey with all the neon lights and decor, but the food was just alright. Fave thing was probably the sweet soy bao, it had a good flavor. The big on the pig dumplings were bigger on the chili crisp, so it overpowered the dish. And the shrimp shumai was heavy on the tobiko/bonito flavor so it had more of a salmon/fishy taste than traditional shumai. Would prob just come back here for drinks and trying some of the other bao specific menu items.

F*** YES! This place was absolutely perfect. The food was on point. The chefs service was incredible. And our server was phenomenal. Ryan not Brian! Ryan was so informative and sold us on everything. He knows his stuff and made us feel so welcome and like we were friends.

I am obsessed with this place! The vibe, the music, the FOOD... it's basically perfect! Even the mystery shots we ordered were awesome. Our waiter (I didn't catch his name) was super sweet. I highly recommend!

Treat yourself! And that's exactly what we did!!! My friends and I found this gem and we are so happy with our experience! First of all Skylar was amazing! He was kind, thoughtful, and answered all of our questions about the menu. We decided to share all of the food since this was our first time here. The food was some of the best I have ever had! The baos were so soft and the duck was cooked to perfection! The drinks were mixed well but not very strong. The noodle dish that we got was spicy and the duck in it was by far my favorite! Overall this place is such a vibe and I want to go back!

We came here for a weekend dinner. The staff was super friendly. When we ordered something that they had run out of, they gave us a replacement dish for free. They brought extra, free food and drinks for our kids. They were very thoughtful. The vibe is trendy and fun. It's a great place for a night out with friends. We ordered a ton of food so we had yummy leftovers for additional meals...bonus!! The menu has small bites, as well as, large dishes. Family style is the way to go with all of it. Order a few dim sum dishes and a couple of larger items to share. You should first start with a fun drinks. Their cocktail menu has a bunch of fun options. I got the White Lotus. It was sweet, but not overly done. For food. we ordered: DIY spring rolls - think spring rolls meets lettuce wraps. You put the spring roll in a lettuce cup and top it with sauces and toppings EV-erything mushroom dumplings - a delicious small bite that sits in a shallow serving of sauce Big on the pig - stir fried pork potstickers Shrimp Shumai - traditional small bite shumai Garlic fried rice with crab - this was a large dish packed with lots of veggies Spicy yaki-soba - soba noodles with veggies. We had roasted duck and chicken with ours. Drunken noodle - I loved this dish. The noodles were al dente and full of flavor. Tuna tartare - yummy cubes of tuna, surrounded by creamy avocado and wonton crisps. Tiger prawns - giant, fried prawns with dipping sauces. Although all the dishes were great, my favorites were the drunken noodle, fried rice, tuna tartare, tiger prawns, yaki-soba, and spring rolls. I highly recommend Bao.

I am really conflicted about this place because it is great but also mostly bad at the same time. Not consistent at all. GOOD: -I ordered their Yang kwei fei. It is a smoked duck entree. It's incredible. The duck is the best duck I have ever had. All the ingredients in this dish pair really well together. -Nice decor, I love how different the two levels are. BAD: -Their deal unlimited dumplings is a total scam. They limit the time you can be there 1.5 hours, but then will only bring you 4 dumplings everything 30 min if you are lucky. Sometimes taking longer so really they come out barely bringing you barely any food and you spend your whole visit just sitting around not eating. They claim to serve every 18-25 minutes. Which is a long time already to wait and can't even honor that. Totally disrespectful to their customers. -Prices expensive. - I also just can't get behind a place that just doesn't have a happy hour when they are so pricey. That's a red flag in my opinion. - Rice was not cooked well. It was hard and dried out. - Staff are slow here, you will have to flag them down for everything. -The ingredients in my drink were not fresh. The garnish leaf was brown. Honestly I would not come back to this place regardless of the fact that my Yang kwei fei was so good. Good luck to them having loyal customers with the way they treat those dining in.

If you're ever in Downtown and craving some Asian fusion, you have to check out BAO Brewhouse. I had the garlic rice and the spicy fried chicken BAO--and both hit the spot. The garlic rice was super flavorful, definitely lived up to the name, and the portion was big enough to share with two or three people. Now, the spicy fried chicken BAO? On point. Perfect balance of heat and crunch, packed with flavor. The atmosphere is just as impressive--great vibes all around. And let's not forget the cocktails. Seriously, some of the best I've had in town. Big shoutout to their bartender, Wolf--this guy knows his craft. Hands down, best bartender in the city. Don't sleep on this place. BAO Brewhouse is a gem.

I came here with a friend to catch up over dinner and drinks. I like the concept of the casual dining. However, it is not a true dining experience because you order all your food via a QR code and do not have dedicated service. This is a great option to have a quick quality dinner before going to an event or sports game at Ball Arena. This dining experience is smaller plates meant to be shared. I do not know if the price is the best value for what you get. However, the food quality is good. The staff that does come to serve you drinks and food after ordering are very kind. There is seating upstairs to have a more intimate dining experience, but it requires reservations. You can usually easily get a spot at a high top table on the main floor. Personally, I really like the decor in the vibe inside. I will return here but not go out of my way.

I used to frequent this space when it was Euclid Hall; have been to Bao before but only for a beer. This time I was curious about the food. Loved the house music that was playing - gave an energetic vibe. You pick your seat in the tap room and then click the QR Code to look at the menu, and place an order. Good happy hour prices that go until 5:00. I was able to get my order in just at 5! Beer, everything mushroom dumplings, pork long Bao and garlic fried rice. A variety of runners bring everything to you. Super nice staff. I felt like the food was good but it didn't blow me away. Fun to try however if you are in a group.

Fun atmosphere, good setup. If you get put on the waitlist, there's a great cocktail lounge just steps away with cozy seating. Food was amazing. We shared all the dishes & bao. Fabulous vegetarian buns & dishes ! Now one of my all time favorite places to go while visiting Denver !! Can't wait to go back ;)!

Bao Brewhouse? I find it embarrassing that both their baos and brews sucked. I'm not sure if it's because I'm coming from the Bay Area where dumplings are actually good but this food was baaaaaad. Everything was missing flavor but coming in at bottom two are the mushroom dumplings and shrimp shumai. They honestly tasted like they came from Trader Joe's. The best thing here was the soup dumpling but it also wasn't the best. I got one cocktail and it was bad, similar to something you would get from Chili's. For my first meal in Denver the bar was set pretty low, pretty much in hell. (Sorry didn't take any pics because they were just sooo bad) Waiter was nice but halfway through meal she disappeared and we had to flag someone down to pay

We had reservations on the 2nd floor tea house. It's a lounge vibe with pretty loud music. The food is reasonably priced for a niche eatery. Not exactly authentic Chinese food but still quite tasty. We enjoyed all of the food and specialty drinks.

Downtown is just a bunch of darkly lit restaurants upstairs because the only light upstairs were all red. It was difficult to read the menu and you can't adjust the candle because it's a real fire instead of just decorative light. When we were here, they had a DJ so it was kinda loud. This is an Asian fusion restaurant so everything was quite pricey. The soup dumplings were very small compared to other locations that are small Asian family owned restaurants. Most of the food items were just meh and didn't really stand out. The hamachi fried rice was interesting.

This is a disappointing review to write as I've been looking forward to experiencing Bao nightlife. We made a reservation upstairs for New Years and called ahead to make a reservation and ensure there was something happening for the New Year which we were told there would be a DJ present to ring the new year. Upon arrival, our server Matthew threw some jabs at us and rushed our drinks and food as well. He told us we couldn't order drinks anymore as it was final call and that the upstairs was closing at 10:30. Keep in mind our reservation was at 10:00 PM. We became concerned and flustered as our plan was to stay there till midnight as we were promised. He did not provide any other information and handed us the bill- we were a group of 3 couples and when asked to split it 3 way he said he could not do that. He then returns and tells us he was mistaken, the lower level closes at 10:30 and the upper level will stay open. He did not apologize for the inconvenience he caused and instead said "but if you want to order drinks you're going to have to wait as I am off". The service was very disappointing to say the least, not only did this throw our plans off cause we started ordering Ubers home when he told us they were closing but we also did not get to enjoy the food or drinks as we were rushed by Matthew.

Honestly, this was an ok experience and my expectations were higher than they should've been. My friend and I tried four things and I was super pleased with one, the sweet soy pork belly bao. Everything else was mediocre to be honest. The space is decorated pretty cool and the server was friendly though.