Ninja Bao

Asian fusion restaurant · Logan Square

Ninja Bao

Asian fusion restaurant · Logan Square

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1500 JFK Blvd Two Penn Center, underground which closer to the Post Office, Philadelphia, PA 19102

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Pork soup baos, dumplings, and ramen served in a casual spot.  

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1500 JFK Blvd Two Penn Center, underground which closer to the Post Office, Philadelphia, PA 19102 Get directions

ninjabao.com
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1500 JFK Blvd Two Penn Center, underground which closer to the Post Office, Philadelphia, PA 19102 Get directions

+1 267 273 0582
ninjabao.com
@ninjabao_pa

$10–20 · Menu

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The 13 Best Dim Sum Spots In Philly - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"This tiny Center City spot works best for dumplings and buns on the go. It’s a little too tight to sit in here for a full meal. Also, it's inside Suburban Station. Options like cheesesteak gyoza and chicken pot stickers with ginger sauce are just ok. Others, like the pork soup bao, are head-turners. This is a soup dumpling wrapped in a thick, doughy coat. Yes." - candis mclean, alison kessler

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The 15 Best Dumplings In Philly - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"The beef potstickers at Center City's Ninja Bao give you the best of both worlds—soft insides and a crunchy exterior. Whether you order it as is, or get a trio with an extra kick of spice, the meat is always juicy and fragrant." - candis mclean

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The Best Restaurants Near Logan Square

"This tiny Center City spot works best for dumplings and buns on the go. It’s a little too tight to sit in here for a full meal. Also, it's inside Suburban Station, a large regional train station. But for something fast, the pork soup bao with thick wrappers are great. " - candis mclean

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8 Soup Dumpling Destinations in Philly | Eater Philly

"Ninja Bao has three main products: rice bowls, pot-sticker dumplings, but most importantly, its main attractions, baos. These pillow-like cloud pouches are traditionally filled with small pieces of meat, with flavorful sauces on the side. However, Ninja Bao offers pan-fried pork soup baos, which combine all the best qualities of baos and soup dumplings. The most amazing thing about Ninja Bao is that you can stock up on some of these dumplings and baos as they offer frozen packs for pickup and delivery." - Art Phung

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Ninja Bao Review - Center City - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"The aromatic and crispy beef potstickers at Ninja Bao give you the best of both worlds - tender sides and a crunch bottom. And whether you order it as is or get a trio with an extra kick of spice, the meat is tender and is covered in a juice that flows like lava with each bite." - Candis R. McLean

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Ina Yang

Google
Just had an amazing meal at Ninja Bao! The pan-fried buns (Sheng Jian Bao) and ramen were seriously delicious, full of flavor and perfectly cooked. I was also pleasantly surprised when they randomly gave us scallion pancakes for free, such a nice touch! The chef clearly knows what he’s doing, everything was fresh and made with care. Also, the person at the front was super patient and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back again! My favorite restaurant!♥️

Douglas Brown

Google
Pork belly buns were good. Full of meat. Crushed peanuts were nice addition to the buns. My favorite was the crispy chicken potstickers. So fresh and delicious. Topped with sesame seeds. Chili sauce perfect spice level. Can’t wait to go back.

Victoria Vicenti

Google
I don't normally bother writing restaurant reviews, but I have to share my experience with Ninja Bao. I've been wanting to visit this place since I moved back to Jersey over a year ago and I finally got the chance yesterday while cat sitting for my mom and I was NOT disappointed!! I already knew trying to find the place might be difficult from other reviews and I don't ride the train much so I was super nervous about the trip, but once I got into Suburban Station the guards helped direct me and I found it no problem! The restaurant was clean and surprisingly quiet! There were so many things I wanted to try and share with my boyfriend that I definitely ended up splurging a bit, but it was so worth it! Everything we tried was absolute 🔥! Even reheated once I got home later that night, though I'm definitely looking forward to bringing family and friends back so we can eat it hot and fresh! The service was excellent and the staff very sweet, allowing me to sub out a different drink with the meal I purchased. If you get the chance to stop by this little dive, do not hesitate!! This place is an absolute gem!

Wesley Gill

Google
First, here’s how you get to Ninja Bao. Take the Septa escalator located on the corner of 15th and Market. It’s on 15th about 100ft north of Market. Follow the sign towards the Septa sales office and go past the post office and Ninja Bao is on the right. It’s outside the turnstiles so you don’t have to pay or anything coming in off the street. Second, order some Bao buns and the scallion pancake beef wrap. They are amazing. I always thought someone should make an Asian style burrito and Ninja did it and better yet used a scallion pancake instead of a flavorless flour tortilla. The people were extremely friendly and the place was very clean. Don’t be bothered by having lunch underground, it’s a must stop!

Amanda Roberts

Google
I had Ninja Bao bookmarked on Instagram for a while, and I was so excited to finally try it today. I ordered the gyoza sampler box, and it was just as delicious as I’d hoped. The service was great, and the restaurant itself was cute, quaint, and very clean. I was pleasantly surprised with a free scallion pancake—it was crispy and delicious. The portion sizes were generous, and my favorite gyoza in the sampler was the crispy chicken. The texture was spot on, with the perfect amount of filling inside. I’m already looking forward to coming back to try the bao next!

Mitchell Stevenson

Google
This place is well decorated, the service was very friendly and helpful, and the food was very good. The pricing was reasonable as well. A little hard to find within Suburban Station but was happy to have tried it. When you’re walking towards the Dunkin from 15th, keep going straight and it’s on your right. Would go back.

Kurt Yaz

Google
Y'all y'all y'all y'all. If you're not getting the dumplings you're doing it wrong. These are my new favorite dumplings. I have been twice now. I picked up a fun box for my coworker and I. It is a quite a bit of food but for a great price. Every single dumpling is excellent. There is not a bad choice. Chicken, pork, veggie, or dessert. They are all amazing. I'm glad they opened the restaurant because it looked really nice inside and looked like a fun place to be. The line was out the door and I couldn't be happier about that. Next time I'll take the time to sit down, but grab some dumplings for lunch or dinner. You'll be really glad you did.

Vie Lie

Google
I know it’s a bit hard to find this place—I struggled myself since I had no idea it was underground, located in suburban station. However, all the confusion was worth it once I tasted the delicious food at Ninja Bao. Their Bao and Gyoza are a must-try if you visit. The service was great and friendly. Highly recommend!
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Vie L.

Yelp
I know it's a bit hard to find this place--I struggled myself since I had no idea it was underground, located in suburban station. However, all the confusion was worth it once I tasted the delicious food at Ninja Bao. Their Bao and Gyoza are a must-try if you visit. The service was great and friendly. Highly recommend!
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Amanda R.

Yelp
I had Ninja Bao bookmarked on Instagram for a while, and I was so excited to finally try it today. I ordered the gyoza sampler box, and it was just as delicious as I'd hoped. The service was great, and the restaurant itself was cute, quaint, and very clean. I was pleasantly surprised with a free scallion pancake--it was crispy and delicious. The portion sizes were generous, and my favorite gyoza in the sampler was the crispy chicken. The texture was spot on, with the perfect amount of filling inside. I'm already looking forward to coming back to try the bao next!
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Lindsey O.

Yelp
Good spot with friendly service and tasty food. I had the chicken katsu curry and it was lovely, and my friends and I also shared the bao and the chicken gyoza. For the bao, we got pork, veggie, and cheesesteak (which was a fun addition). I didn't try the veggie because it has mushrooms and I hate them with every fiber of my soul, but the other two were great. Love that they offer a free "dessert" which was kind of like a crab Rangoon tasting thing without the crab. It was a sweet cheese puff with veggies. I really liked it. FYI it's down in the septa station - go down in the septa station facing city hall and you'll find it. It's a small place with only a table or two but worth visiting.
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Christopher B.

Yelp
Took a little bit of searching to find but who doesn't love a good adventure. Located right in the Septa tunnel you can find Ninja Bao next to the post office and jewelry store. Buns were delectable and I can't wait to get more. Too many to choose so I just got a variety box of 6. Devoured them all for lunch in one sitting. All around excellent experience. Staff were very friendly and the food came out quickly even during the lunch hour. They also have a nice seating area if you wanted to sit and enjoy the space.

Jaid D.

Yelp
I got the Scallion Pancake Wrap and it was delicious. It's located underground in the SEPTA Concourse between the Regional Rail and EL lines, so it may not be easy to locate. But I was glad to come across it!
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Misti M.

Yelp
It took serious effort to find this place, but it was worth it! My map led me to a building lobby where the security guard guided me to take the stairs down to the SEPTA tunnels. It is located near the jewelry store and is a small shop, but the staff was incredible and the food was very good. I had the spicy miso ramen and got to bao buns to go. Loved it all! It seems like they do a good delivery business, but if you find your self in the area and can find it below ground, it's a great lunch spot!
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Ken K.

Yelp
Business brought me to Philly, and wondered about this place. So, decided to visit after a while. I was glad to see that business was still there and seemed to get customers back. Ordered "usual" Tonkotsu Ramen...and taste was good as before. There was quite generous amount of toppings, though price was slightly increased same as other restaurants after COVID.

Margaret B.

Yelp
Delicious little ramen spot tucked into the SEPTA tunnels. Who knew? Clean and attractive seating. Delicious ramen and friendly staff. It hit the spot! Thanks YELP for pointing me to Ninja Bao.
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Justin B.

Yelp
How do you make food this good? And what is this dark tangy soy sauce like dip? I've never gone to the actual place but my wife and her coworkers buy their sampler boxes for work meetings. That means she bring the leftovers home. These nights are spectacular for me. I haven't tried one thing here I don't like. That crazy since by the time I get it the buns are at least 6 hours old. I need to get over there and try the ramen. My favorite is the traditional Bao buns.
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Kurt Y.

Yelp
Y'all y'all y'all y'all. If you're not getting the dumplings you're doing it wrong. These are my new favorite dumplings. I have been twice now. I picked up a fun box for my coworker and I. It is a quite a bit of food but for a great price. Every single dumpling is excellent. There is not a bad choice. Chicken, pork, veggie, or dessert. They are all amazing. I'm glad they opened the restaurant because it looked really nice inside and looked like a fun place to be. The line was out the door and I couldn't be happier about that. Next time I'll take the time to sit down, but grab some dumplings for lunch or dinner. You'll be really glad you did.
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Patrick M.

Yelp
You know how "hole in the wall" restaurants off the beaten path just tend to be better? After following a fellow Yelper's review to find the buried treasure I can say with confidence that this is that restaurant. To find this place you need to ignore the Google/Apple Maps and find the Septa station entrance called "15th St Trolly Station". This is on 15th St. across from Dilworth Park. Go down the escalator and go right, through the doors and continue straight to Ninja Bao which is on your right. There is a small seating area (which was busy - a good sign), a counter/kitchen with friendly employees and great smelling food. We ate the 6 piece "I don't know" box of bao buns which contains one of each of their varieties. Each one was perfectly steamed to soft fluffy goodness and the stuffings were all delicious. The sauces (garlic/onion soy, spicy mayo) were excellent. Even the dessert bao were good though a bit on the sweet side. We were in and out within 20 minutes full and happy. Totally recommend this place for our bao bun needs!
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Pauline P.

Yelp
Pros - their baos were so good! The traditional bao was juicy and tasty (my favorite by far) - love that they offer a bao box where you can try all their flavors if you're indecisive - quick and fast service - the server was sweet and gave us some cheesy wontons to try for free - interior of place is clean and their menu is easy to read - cashier/server was patient in answering our questions about the menu Cons - not opened on the weekend - a little tricky to find (by the septa station underground) - no restroom in the restaurant - seating is not comfortable and space in restaurant is limited. It's more of a get in and get out type of place. I wouldn't want to lounge here for long
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Retna S.

Yelp
I ordered through Grubhub because of a discount. I got my usual pan fried pork soup baos and tonkatsu ramen. I got a complimentary red bean bao with a note wishing Happy New Year. It's a very sweet surprise. The bao was fragrant and generous with the fillings. The baos were really good and the dipping sauce really amplified the flavor. Highly recommended. Tonkatsu ramen: the ramen noodles were al dente with perfect flavor of the broth. The chasu pork was different from other ramen places as it had caramelization. It came with chilli oil and seasoning for toppings Overall it was a great meal
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Grace K.

Yelp
I went here with a friend, and it was an amazing experience. The place is clean and well lit. They had some music playing from the radio which gave it a really relaxed vibe. It is a hole in the wall type restaurant though so I wouldn't eat in with a large group, but if you're in town with just a friend definitely check the place out. The service was good. Didn't have any problems there, they were pretty quick with bringing the food out. Simple process to order and they take card. The food itself was awesome. Everything was flavorful and warm. The bao box is perfect if you want to try a bit of everything, along with the dumpling sampler. My friend got the Ramen and said it was okay, nothing too special, but definitely come here for the bao. They come with different sauces that complement the flavors. It's definitely a lot of food, so I recommend trying the Philly Cheesesteak dumplings. I know I know, not traditional but they're so worth it. It's a perfect blend of meat, cheese, and onions that combine into a warm flavorful cheesy mouthful. Don't let their hours deter you from trying this place out. It's definitely worth making the trip to for it. Can't wait to go back there.
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Kirsten L.

Yelp
Food: 4.25 Out of 5 Ordered the beef curry dish with a side of chicken tenders. Delicious and satisfied my cravings for some fried chicken. Curry had rich flavors and fried chicken was panko breaded chicken thigh meat, juicy and cooked perfectly! Service: 5 Out of 5 Ordered ahead of time. It was ready in 15 minutes. Environment: N/A Take out only due to COVID Overall: 4.5 Out of 5 Fantastic little gem in the 15th street M-F Line. Located closer on the side with the Taco Bell and the Post Office.
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Rachel W.

Yelp
Amazing wonton soup but be prepared to pay over $10 for a pint. I've had their chicken fried rice which was okay. Service is amazing and I love the vibe of the store.
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Adel W.

Yelp
First of all, this place is IMPOSSIBLE to find. Took us around 20 min and asking 2 people and calling the restaurant itself to even locate the place; they should really put some instructions somewhere on their website! It's in the SEPTA station near city hall next to the USPS office. Placed an order online and it was ready in 15-20 min; we ordered: - I don't know set (5/5): I liked the combo of 4 savory and 2 sweet buns! They were all pretty delicious and came with dipping sauces. - Pan fried buns (5/5): These were sooo juicy! Not that crispy on the bottom but really delicious and comes with a dipping sauce. - Cold sesame noodles (3/5): Wasn't too impressed with the flavor, kinda was just ramen noodles in some sauce and veggies.
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Sarah A.

Yelp
I'd been hearing great things about Ninja Bao for a couple months before I managed to get there myself for a quick business lunch: expect a few high-top tables (one big enough to seat 6 or so, the others are 2-tops). We accessed it by going down the Septa steps at 16th and Market (NE corner) and turning right at the bottom (it's about halfway down that corridor). Two of us shared a 6-pack bao box (you can mix-and-match your baos!) with two each of: chicken, curry beef, and roast pork baos. My favorite (not surprisingly) were the roast pork baos--there's something about hoisin and roast pork in a steaming bao bun that is so comforting! We also got an order of gyoza. The dipping sauce for both the baos and the gyoza were tasty--the bao sauce added a little spice to the mix. Next time I'll be sure to try the gwa buns and ramen, which I've heard good things about! Service was top notch: friendly, quick, and thoughtful (e.g., we were handed a gyoza while we figured out what to order).
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YangHwa P.

Yelp
Oh boy, this review is close to 3 month late! Darn Covid made me lose all motivation performing regular things Anyway, we ordered various bao from Ninja Bao because my daughter came back from the Middle East after doing her study abroad for 6 months (2 of those months were because she got stuck there with airports being closed due to Covid). These bao were packaged well, and packed up nicely so when we opened the boxes at home all of them were intact! Flavour wise they were on a saltier side, but very tasty. I highly recommend this place. I liked the fact that they also have dessert bao. Seems like they do catering also, so I have that stored in my brain once this pandemic is over and have gatherings with my friends!
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Risa D.

Yelp
I came across this business via Instagram- I love the color pink and I love Asian fusion so this was a no brainer for me. I got the Sakura pack, and some green veggie buns- and a scallion pancake. The consistency of the pancake was spot on, and the Sakura jelly drink was so pretty and hydrating. Beware- this business is located INSIDE suburban station, and parking can be a little hectic. Also they are only open Monday-Friday during work hours- just a heads up. Great snack option!
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Nhu N.

Yelp
Probably the most crispiest gyoza I ever had. I usually judge people who order gyoza at restaurants because is so basic and honestly taste the same everywhere else. But not this place! Very unique and flavorful. Sakura drink reminds me of pink drink, but it separates pretty fast which can look unappetizing. Also had the hardest time finding this place. I did not know it was underground.
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Richie R.

Yelp
Amazing food at a very reasonable price. Everything we tried was great: ramen, dumplings, wontons, everything was delicious! Service was friendly and helpful. Limited dine-in place, most people do take out. Was a little bit hard to find but this is underground around suburban station. Did have to ask someone to find it but was worth it! Would definitely be back!
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El K.

Yelp
Very very nice people serving the food, let's start off with that. I decided to get Curry Chicken Rice Bowl and my colleague got the scallion pancake and here's my thought on it. The curry flavor is really in your face kapow. Usually I'm not one to shy away from it but, it was too sweet for my liking. The chicken was great; the strips were crispy and tender-no complaints. I wished they would add some kind of veggies like carrots and potatoes for texture. The scallion pancake could have a liiiiiiiiittleeeeeee more scallions. I mean I know prices are going up but sheesh, a little more wont hurt! The sauce was great no, i like. Overall, I gave this place a 4 star simply because the service they give. Food wise is more like a 3.5. Please check them out for yourself and support small businesses!
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Kevin B.

Yelp
Ninja Bao is my new favorite dumpling and bao restaurant by far. I've only gotten delivery, so I can't comment on the dine-in experience. But I tried the bao sampler, the dumpling sampler, and the beef scallion pancake, and they were all divine. The pancake wrap was incredible, with juicy flavors and a great dipping sauce. The beef and chicken dumplings were amazing (it also came with soup dumplings and veggie dumplings, which weren't amazing but also weren't bad). The bao were perhaps the least exciting part - I personally will prioritize the other menu items more next time - though if you're a huge bao fan, it's hard to go wrong with their meat baos. The matcha bao was also nice for dessert. The baos don't reheat as well, so they're not as good leftover - but the other menu items (dumplings and pancake wrap) are just fine as leftovers. Overall a delicious meal, and I'll definitely order from here again!
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Megan T.

Yelp
Wow! Some of the best pork soup dumplings I've ever had! Huge dumplings, fried perfectly without being greasy, and super flavorful! Dipping sauce is delicious too! Will be back to try more!
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Diondra B.

Yelp
Great place for delicious bao buns. Hidden gem in the train station. Because of the bad condition of the train station you wouldnt expect to find this hidden gem. Clean store, friendly service and great food. The chocolate custord buns are delicious. Everything overall was great
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Cesar R.

Yelp
If you're in Philadelphia and need a good bowl of Ramen and incredible baozi this is your spot! Ramen broth is exceptional and the noodles are silky and slightly sweet that pair well with the savory flavors of the broth. The Baozi are some of the best I've had, in fact sooooo good that I got lost in eating them and forgot to take photos of the meal. Great place for lunch, and take out.
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Xiao Z.

Yelp
Like real-life ninjas, Ninja Bao is hidden in plain sight, but it is a formidable foe for against hunger and expectations. FYI - Ninja Bao is underground in the Septa station, just a few stores adjacent to the Dunkin Donut. Must get: chicken katsu bwa bun, free gyoza Meh: roast pork bun, pork ramen Missed out: dessert bao As a native-born northern Chinese, I am very particular with baozi, or steamed buns stuffed with vegetables or meats. So you can imagine that my simultaneous hesitance and excitement when I heard about the new baozi shop. In short, it's fun, fairly well priced, salty and sweet. Unlike traditional baozi, ninja bao are steamed in similar manner, but also fried at the bottom to get that crispy bottom. While I was not too crazy about this cooking style, I was very surprised by how hot the bao remained, even after a long period of wait time while digging into other dishes. As for the actual inner content, the roast pork bun is very similar to the cha siu bao (or the sweet and savory, aka barbecue pork bun) that you can find at dim sums, however, given that I don't like bbq pork buns...it wasn't my favorite by default. The chicken and corn bao was actually quite a pleasant surprise as chicken is uncommonly utilized in Chinese steamed dishes (dumplings or baozi), but I found the overall combination of the ingredients to be a sweet and salty delight. The bwa bun, or one-sided bun, is beautifully packaged and definitely the star of the restaurant. Of the options, the best is definitely the chicken katsu, as the chicken is incredibly juicy but crunchy and worked best with rest of the fillings. That being said, I think these buns utilize too much sugar (visible layers of crystalized sugar on the bases) and thousand island dressing that definitely reminds you that you're eating something non-traditional. My biggest disappointment is the roast pork, which was way too fatty. In fact, for the pork bun and pork ramen, we had to throw it away because it was too fat to eat and enjoy. While the fatty pork made the broth of the ramen reach greater heights, I was highly disappointed when I had to throw away the generous chunks of meat away. Overall, this was a fun and unique establishment to visit, especially if you're traveling via Septa. The service is very friendly, almost too friendly, and you get a free gyoza on arrival, so it's definitely worth a visit. Food: 3 stars Service: 4 stars (very fast) Ambiance: 3 stars (I like the decorations, but would have liked the Disney film Bao to be played in its entirety on the TV, not just the trailer played on repeat) Price: 4 stars
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Dennis S.

Yelp
Tough spot to find since its in suburban station but thank god I found it. It instantly became my favorite spot for Bao's (I've only tried it a handful of time to be fair) when they owner handed me a free sample of their chicken bao. The bottom is slightly crisped and fluffy everywhere else. It's not like other center city bao spots where the portion size is small. The pricing is great and they have specials as well with a drink. Highly recommend this place.
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Keith P.

Yelp
Food was great. I got the beef brisket rice bowl and the meat was tender and flavorful. My only complaint is that I wish the rice to meet portions were pretty disproportionate. There's too much rice and not enough meat.

成

Yelp
The store is hygienic and clean, the food should be delicious, and there are many varieties. The fried dumplings are very delicious.
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Alexandra G.

Yelp
I stopped in here today on my way back from work, and I am so glad I did. :) The staff are so friendly and genuine... they put a smile on my face! I was offered a sample Gyoza and it was tasty. I ordered the Spicy Miso Ramen. Yummy!!! The broth was very rich and there was a good amount of Chashu pork, which was so tender and delicious. Highly recommend this hidden gem in Suburban Station. Good vibes and good food!
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Casey P.

Yelp
The food was delicious. I had the jasmine rice with shrimp tempura. It was less than $10, which is not a small thing in this area in the city. That said, it included 2 pieces of tempura. I guess it's up to the person to decide if that's enough, but just know that the dish is mostly comprised of jasmine rice. The rice was nice and soft and not overly greasy. You could choose any number of soy sauces from a stand off to the side to go with. I am only removing one star for the seating area. Another customer and I agreed that the high-back chairs were just uncomfortable. I am pregnant, and sitting at a bar stool (the only other option) was just not for me. Unfortunately, the backed-chairs pinched me right at my hips and oddly were not straight-backed enough to support my back. Obviously this won't be a problem for those able to do the bar stools, but new, comfortable seating would present a nice option for dining-in for all shapes, sizes and circumstance.
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Zoe H.

Yelp
The food here is so fun and yummy. I finally had a chance to stop by the concourse and order some items. I had the scallion pancakes, vegan cheese chip, veggie gyoza, and chicken katsu bun. The vegan cheese rangoons were a revelation. You can't tell at all that's it's vegan cheese or hearts of palm instead of crab. The chicken bun was one of the best I've had in the city. One bao was pink and one was green which was a fun addition! The peanut powder on top was like candy and the chicken was so crispy. ALSO, my fav thing at any restaurant is when they give lots of sauce. Without asking they gave me two dumpling sauces, a spicy Mayo, and a chili oil. I would definitely stop by here again and try their other creations.
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Clare D.

Yelp
My first time at Ninja Bao and I must say the dumplings are sooo good! I ordered the Gyoza Box with boba tea special for $16. I love all the dumplings. Be prepared to wait for them because they are cooked to order. There is a severe attention to detail I have not seen in many Asian restaurants. The dumplings are greasy, but they are greasy good. Except for the veggie one, I honestly could not tell which dumpling was which according to the description ("3 piece Crispy Chicken Pot-sticker, 2 Crispy Green Vegetable Gyoza, 2 Mini Pork Soup Bao, 3 piece Crispy Beef Pot-sticker"), but it doesn't matter. They were all good. Perhaps the only disappointment to an otherwise stellar street food snack meal is the boba. The bubbles were not soft and squishy, but rather firm and chewy. The drinks seemed all pre-made and refrigerated, so the bubbles were not fresh like at a place like Kung Fu Tea. I highly recommend the Gyoza Box for its dumplings and eagerly await to try them again soon.
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Emilee M.

Yelp
Okay so a little difficult to find but the food was good! First time visiting Philly and it was underground so I walked around for a bit but it hit the spot on a super cold day. They have so many bao options but I just ordered the traditional pork bao and it was so yummy. Good sized with a good amount of pork in it. And the dipping sauce was delicious as well. I ordered the chicken katsu ramen and they kept the chicken on the side so it wouldn't get soggy in the ramen. The breading on the chicken was a little different to me but it didn't taste bad at all. The ramen was the perfect amount of spicy but they ask how you want it when you order it. My friend had the shrimp tempura and chocolate bao and she finished all of her as well! Her chocolate bao came with a cream sauce which was really sweet but a perfect topping! The place was clean, not very busy and we didn't have to wait long for our food! Before we left they even gave us a chive and vegan cheese wonton. Vegan cheese is not my favorite but it was so nice of them to do. Plus it's good to know they have vegan options as well.
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Shemar C.

Yelp
I love bao but it's hard to find a good place that serves it with all the hype around ramen. Not only is the ramen and bao good here but the service is too. Raymond (the guy who works there) holds good conversations and makes sure every customer feels comfortable. And don't get me started on the affordable price! I have to find time to go back! **By the way its located underground near the regional rail train station (next to the jewelry shop)**

Anna S.

Yelp
not someone who reviews a lot but want to support small restaurants right now - I loved Ninja Bao - first i want to say how nice the person was who met me on the street for my take out order, when I got lost . We got the marinated pork bao buns, the roast pork buns, the beef bowl, the chocolate custard dessert buns and our favorite thing was the Gyoza box - the soup dumplings and veggie ones were amazing. we will definitely order again.
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Jordan H.

Yelp
The bao are great, but the real shocker for me was the ninja sauce! It tastes like a mix of red bean paste and chili oil, and it was the perfect complement to the bao! I tried all three bao, and they were all amazing, with my favorite being the pork bao. The other sauces were also excellent, so try them all This is a hidden gem, and we'll definitely be back!
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Ciara M.

Yelp
I saw this place last week and thought it looked so cute from the outside. Today, I actually got the chance to try it out. I got the roasted chicken ramen and it is soooo good. It was a lot more food than I expected which is a plus. I also like how they package the broth separate from the base when you order to-go. They also gave out a chicken dumpling to try and that too was delicious! I will definitely be coming here again and trying some of the other menu items.
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Gwendolyn P.

Yelp
Adorable little place with friendly staff, super cute brandng and delicious affordable food. The dumplings were amazing! They were actually more meat than dumpling! How often does that happen. I appreciated the friendly service and the cute thoughtful packaging.
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Jamie S.

Yelp
I took a set of stairs that teleported me underground to Suburban Station directly below the building I was in to find the teeny Ninja Bao with a not teeny menu of things I love. I ordered the cloud wonton soup to warm up and a brisket bun. Solid shrimp pork wontons, acceptable broth, loved the brisket bun and its pleasantly green steamed bao skin (apparently I could have gotten it fried which sounds awesome). Will return to try more buns, baos, dumplings, and the scallion pancake beef wrap! And next time I will order in advance.
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Alex L.

Yelp
I've sampled food from Ninja Bao a few times and each time has been fantastic so I went and got myself an order of their curry Bao. Baos are traditionally only steamed or baked, but Ninja Bao puts their own spin on them by steaming first then deep frying. This gives the Bao an extra texture, while different from the traditional Bao I grew up to it is not unwelcome. The Bao gains a nice crispy texture while maintaining the soft springiness that I'm familiar with, the Bao filling itself has the perfect ratio to the dough. My only issue is it was slightly drier than I like, the samples were topped with a sauce that I hoped was included. However since it wasn't I docked a star, if the sauce is part of the initial experience it should of been included with orders. Overall it's a nice addition to suburban and recommend it for those looking for someplace new.
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Jenna D.

Yelp
Super friendly staff especially the young man at the register. The spicy ramen was well balanced with cabbage, soft pork, egg, and sprouts. While waiting the young man offered me a dumpling and it was very meaty. The restaurant was new, clean, and modern decor. I'm definitely going back!!

Ashley B.

Yelp
My fiancé and I frequently order delivery from Ninja Bao. The pork bowl with jasmine rice, dicom, peas and the spicy mayo is delicious, that's our go to order. Unfortunately, our order has come incomplete the last couple of times we ordered. Once, we were missing a pork bowl, another time no spicy mayo given, and once our order was cancelled due to being out of rice (despite my fiancé calling the restaurant and stating that it's ok, we still want to order). Maybe this is a covid related issue. I really hope it gets better because we LOVE the food. In addition to the pork bowl, we have tried the bao, vegan cheese wontons and the pork buns. Some of the best I have ever tasted! We still continue to order delivery despite recent issues because the food is so delicious. Hopefully things are back to normal soon

Kimberly P.

Yelp
My husband and I loved Ninja Bao, once we were able to locate it after circling and circling using google maps! Turns out it's located in the Subway below the street! Such a great find! We wanted to try everything on the menu! Service was wonderful, they continued to bring things out as they were ready and even gave us some surprise items! It was fun, easy, and quaint.

Nani P.

Yelp
I purchased the pork soup bao, grandma marinated tofu, and matcha lychee drink. I loved the bao and drink. It was great, would definitely recommend. The tofu was unfortunately inedible. It was tough and the texture was disgusting. I would never order it again. Seemed like an old batch. I threw it out. Waste of money. The store itself was small but a cute vibe. Service was good. I would say stick to the bao with this place.
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Ciara Q.

Yelp
I had lunch here yesterday and I'm taking coworkers back with me today. The food was so good! The service was incredible too. The food: the lunch specials are great prices especially for the quality. The lunch special was around $7. The food is very fresh and also delicious (I highly recommend the bao and chicken gyoza). I wish the portion was a little bigger honestly but it still wasn't bad for center city and the price! The service: everyone working is very respectful and courteous which is sometimes hard to find in philly during a lunch rush. My wait wasn't even that long (about 10 mins around 12:30pm) but 3 different people thanked me for waiting. The actual space is very small and cozy with just a few tables for seating but it's a great place for to-go orders. The inside is clean and you can tell the family working here cares about their customer service!
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Clare C.

Yelp
The only negative I have for this is it was hard to find. Note that it is underground in Suburban Station. The food was awesome. Got the bao and tried all the flavors. The matcha custard was my favorite! My partner got ramen and loved it.