Bao buns, crispy tripe and beef noodles were the highlights of my visit to BAO Noodle Shop on Redchurch Street in Shoreditch. I also enjoyed a Milk Tea Old Fashioned and the friendly service. In this BAO Noodle Shop Shoreditch review, I share what I tried and what stood out.
What I Ordered at BAO Noodle Shop
For lunch, I tried the classic bao, the prawn croquette bao and the crispy tripe. The buns were fluffy and delicious, and the tripe was surprisingly good. Together, they were quite filling for lunch, but worth trying. During my visit, the bao buns cost approximately £5–£8 each; check the current menu for today’s prices.
The rare beef noodles with egg yolk were another highlight. I found the dish nourishing and satisfying, and the Milk Tea Old Fashioned was excellent too. The friendly service also stood out, and I appreciated having tap water on the table.
Planning a Visit to BAO Noodle Shop
BAO Noodle Shop is at 1 Redchurch Street in Shoreditch, London E2 7DJ. This review reflects my visit at the time; dishes, prices and opening hours may change. Check the official BAO Noodle Shop website for the latest menu, opening hours and booking information.
Make an Afternoon of It: Street Art and Bao in Shoreditch
Colourful murals, hidden alleyways and fluffy bao buns, if you fancy making a day of your BAO visit, pair it with a street-art walk around East London. I would start with the art, then head to Redchurch Street for a comforting bowl of noodles and something delicious tucked inside a soft bao.
The two-hour Original London Street Art and Graffiti Tour explores Spitalfields, Brick Lane and Shoreditch with a guide connected to the local art scene. It is a chance to look beyond the colourful walls and discover the artists, techniques and stories behind the work, including smaller pieces you might otherwise walk straight past.
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Explore Shoreditch’s Street Art on GetYourGuide
Prefer a longer walk? This three-hour Shoreditch Street Art Tour on Viator offers another way to explore the neighbourhood’s murals and hidden artworks.
Book the tour and your BAO meal separately, allowing time between them. Check the latest tour times and restaurant opening hours before planning your afternoon.
More Taiwanese Food in London
For another BAO experience, read my BAO Soho review, where I tried the confit pork bao. You can also explore my BAO King’s Cross review for my experience of its beef short rib bun.
