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San Francisco › Mission District › bao
baoB+
590 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, United States
· Dim sum restaurant
· Mission District
Modern dim sum on Valencia with standout XLB, cute sweets, and many vegetarian options; quality is high but pricing and mandatory service charge concerns divide diners.
Why this grade
Bao delivers excellent dumpling craftsmanship with fresh, delicate execution that justifies its reputation, and the vibrant Valencia Street location with visible dumpling-making window creates genuine appeal. However, inconsistent execution—occasional overcooking, sticking bao, and service variability—prevents grade A territory, and modest portions paired with service charges make value a consideration for budget-conscious diners.
One caveat: Pricing is mid to high for dim sum; easy to over-order
What to order here
- Xiao Long Bao (various)
- Vegetarian Dumplings/Bao
- Pan Fried Potstickers (various)
What stands out
- Clean, fresh shrimp flavor in har gow
- Well-balanced pork and crab XLB
- Crackly, neat pan-fried potstickers
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Tuesday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Wednesday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Thursday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Friday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Saturday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Sunday11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
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