So tender and delicious! I got the brisket and pork Bao and really enjoyed them. Tasted very fresh and high quality. Compared to other Bao I've had, I found the Bao bun itself a little bland and could use some more sugar/salt though. Also for the price for 2 Bao, I'd want it to leave me a bit fuller! Overall recommend and definitely want to try the other flavours!
Pleasantly surprised! I'm not from Ottawa, and having moved I've often been disappointed with the Asian foods I've tried here, but I was walking passed Gongfu and noticed the bao people were eating...it looked so fluffy and soft! I walked in and was greeted nicely. I took a leap and didn't check google reviews first (I usually do 😅) and placed an order. I was at first a little surprised how small the box was having paid $17+ but even after a nearly 40 minute drive the bao was still super soft and fluffy and the fried chicken still crispy! I will for sure come back and try a couple other snacks! Will also definitely recommend to others, especially those visiting from out of town. Nice job Gongfu, keep it up!
I first discovered Gongfu Bao after seeing their vegan Tofu Bowl appear in the Facebook Group Ottawa Vegans and Vegetarians. At the sight of it, I was mesmerized. I was overjoyed when I discovered that they were located just minutes from my house in Centretown. The first time I went to the check them out, I was devastated as they were closed. Fortunately, I persevered and came back another day. I have now eaten at Gongfu Bao three times, and I can not get away from their tofu Bao. It is divine. On one occasion I ordered the Tofu Bao and they accidentally packed me with a dessert instead. Upon calling them, without hesitation they offered me a free Tofu Bao to make up for the one they missed and an additional Tofu Bao for my troubles. Talk about customer service. I also love how they use sustainable compostable take out packaging. My final shoutout goes to their meal share program. They feed multiple vulnerable people in the community. Everytime I call them on the phone, the person who answers is loving their life. Clearly, Gongfu Bao is a place that cares about their food, cares about their customers, cares about the community, cares about their staff and cares about the planet. Final shoutout to Stephanie, who is lovely every time I interact with them.
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