Craving authentic Chinese? Don't miss this East Village gem for their legendary soup dumplings & flavorful mapo tofu – a true culinary delight!
This Chinese eatery in the East Village is a must-visit for its authentic Shanghainese cuisine. Customers rave about the exquisite soup dumplings, often calling them the best they've ever had. Beyond the dumplings, the mapo tofu is also a standout, earning high praise for its flavor and preparation. It's a great spot for those seeking classic Chinese dishes done exceptionally well.
The restaurant specializes in Chinese and Shanghainese cuisine, with a strong emphasis on soup dumplings and mapo tofu, both of which receive frequent and enthusiastic recommendations. Other mentioned dishes include bao and tofu.
"Soup dumplings and mapo tofu are frequently recommended by customers for their excellent flavor and preparation."
Customers consistently praise the restaurant for its exceptional Shanghainese dishes, particularly highlighting the soup dumplings and mapo tofu as standout items.
Important Note
The restaurant no longer accepts reservations.
"This restaurant is listed as a recommendation for a repeat visit."
Positive"This user simply recommended 'The Bao'."
Positive"A commenter recommended The Bao for soup dumplings, noting it's located right next to Nan Xing XLB."
Positive"Recommends The Bao on St Marks Place in the EV, calling their mapo tofu the best they've ever had."
Positive"They don't take reservations any more."
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