Craving Bao Buns? Here’s Where to Enjoy Them in Beirut

Who else is obsessed with bao buns? We rounded up some of the best spots in Beirut where you can get your bao bun fix.

1. Futomama

The new Japanese deli and speakeasy impresses with its delightful Japanese bites. They specialize in flavorful baos and bowls.

📍Location

Rue Pasteur, across from Drop Sociale.

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⏰ Opening Hours

Tuesday to Sunday – Starting 4 PM

📞 Contact

+961 70 909 666

2. MII-YAO

Mii Yao might just become your favorite Asian bar in Beirut, with its unique cocktails, tasty bites, and beautifully quirky vibe.

📍Location

Gouraud St., Gemmayze

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⏰ Opening Hours

Daily from 6 PM until 1 AM (until 2 AM on weekends)

📞 Contact

+961 78 893 993

3. KP Japanese Brasserie

This spot specializes in staple Japanese dishes, promising to serve you nothing but authentic flavors. If you’re craving something comforting, then try their chicken katsu bao.

📍Location

Monot, near Monot Suites

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⏰ Opening Hours

Daily from 12 PM until 12 AM (24 hours on Sundays)

📞 Contact

+961 3 566 119

4. Meat The Fish

If you haven’t tried the bao buns at MTF, you’re seriously missing out — they’re fluffy, packed with flavor, and the perfect mix of street food comfort and creative flair.

📍Location

Saifi, next to Malibou

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⏰ Opening Hours

Daily from 9 AM until 11 PM

📞 Contact

+961 1 993 606

5. Obi Urban Sushi

Soft, filling, and bursting with flavor, Obi Urban Sushi promises a bao experience that hits all the right notes — perfectly steamed buns stuffed with bold, mouthwatering fillings.

📍Location

Badaro, facing Concierge Coffee – Click here for the exact location.

Achrafieh, at Restos St. Nicolas – Click here for the exact location.

⏰ Opening Hours

Daily from 1 PM until 11:30 PM

📞 Contact

+961 1 383 411 (Badaro)

+961 76 905 054 (Achrafieh)

7. KAMI

A go-to spot for Japanese food craving an exquisite sushi dinner date. Sink your teeth into their soft bao buns, made with black pepper beef and red onions.

📍Location

Gourad St., facing Levant in Gemmayze

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⏰ Opening Hours

Daily from 12 PM until 11:30 PM (until 10:30 PM on Sundays)

📞 Contact

+961 76 611 633

8. Goodmen

Offering delicious bites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we recommend trying their beef or chicken bao buns. Perfect to pair with their Asian salad.

📍Location

Hamra, Gefinor Center

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⏰ Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday – 8 AM until 11 PM

📞 Contact

+961 81 668 568

Not in the bao bun mood? Check out the #Asian Food section on our website for more options!