Bao and Broth — Restaurant in Charlotte

Let me start off by saying their ramen is delicious. But the service is questionable. My mother ordered ramen after waiting about 20 minutes in line. We paid (cashier was friendly) and went to wait on the buzzer to go off. After 30 minutes we went back to the front to make sure we didn’t miss our food somehow. As we waited a lady behind us wanted a refund because she had been waiting about the same amount of time as us. They said it was going to take possibly another hour for food. Then the chef comes up to us. With an attitude told us off about how if he gave us a refund he’d have to refund everyone else in front of us. Also that we weren’t the only ones waiting. He then asked for the receipt. He asked us how long we had waited in line and that it takes time to make the food. I went to grab the receipt and when i came back he threw the card at the cashier for a refund all while looking like we were in the wrong. Let me reiterate. WE NEVER ASKED FOR A REFUND. We had asked how much longer for food. He never seemed to care that we just wanted food and not to cause a fuss. We didn’t get a refund because we politely told the cashier we would take the ramen that was now ready. Once again food was amazing. Cashier did an amazing job but the chef/manager could learn to cool it and maybe not act like we were a burden. Also just to put it in perspective Papi Queso had about three times the line and was respectfully thanking people for their patience and told them approximate wait times when ordering. I got my food from there in...

Bao and Broth is a fantastic food stall at Optimist Hall in Charlotte, NC that specializes in Asian-inspired dishes. From their signature bao buns to their flavorful broths, everything on the menu is made with fresh and high-quality ingredients.

The bao buns at Bao and Broth are some of the best I've ever had. The buns are fluffy and soft, and the fillings are flavorful and satisfying. Whether you prefer pork belly, chicken, or tofu, there's a bao bun for every taste preference. And if you're in the mood for something heartier, be sure to try one of their delicious noodle or rice bowls.

The broths at Bao and Broth are also a standout. They're made with rich, flavorful stocks and are packed with fresh vegetables and protein. Whether you choose the classic chicken broth or the spicy pork broth, you won't be disappointed.

The service at Bao and Broth is friendly and efficient, with staff members always willing to make recommendations or answer questions about the menu.

Overall, I would highly recommend Bao and Broth to anyone looking for delicious and satisfying Asian-inspired dishes in Charlotte. The bao buns are outstanding, the broths are flavorful, and the prices are very reasonable. Don't miss out on this great spot in...

i have had the buns before and they are great! love the belly bun and the Thai tofu bun and they're both so good! 5/5 on them! I had the ramen for the first time tonight and it was good, not perfect though. I had the miso ramen, the toppings and noodles were great! I wish the noodles themselves were seasoned when they were made/cooked, but they had a great texture! the broth was creamy and seasoned pretty well, there was just a slight hint of something burnt in the broth that was a little off-putting, I tried the broth before I added it to the toppings, it was definitely in the broth. It wasn't bad enough that I couldn't eat it though, just a burnt flavor that stuck on the palate. this + the unseasoned noodles are the reasons I deducted a star! don't let this deter you, it is great otherwise! I will try the spicy chicken or pork next time, highly recommend the buns of course!

also I see a lot of people complaining about the price, in my experience this is very standard ramen pricing. considering the location and how much work goes into making ramen soup broth it is definitely worth being in the $13-20 range. I've had better ramen for $14, and I've...