Categories: Venues

How Bao Now – Street-Food Bar at The Old Biscuit Mill

If you’re searching for an exciting new eatery that combines the punchy flavors of street food with the finesse of fine dining, then How Bao Now is a must-visit. This cozy hole-in-the-wall is situated at The Old Biscuit Mill in Cape Town and was founded by two ex-Test Kitchen chefs, Matt Van den Berg and Carla Schulze.

Mouth-watering bao buns with a twist

The venue serves up some mouth-watering bao buns with a twist. Favorites include BBQ pork belly, crayfish Malay, brisket and kimchi, Szechuan fried chicken, and beef short rib. The jackfruit bao, which is vegan but “very meaty,” is also highly recommended. Prices range from R75 to R85 per bun, and they often run specials to keep things fresh and exciting.

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Matt and Carla’s passion for Asian flavors and street food is evident in the quality of their dishes. They’ve applied their fine-dining techniques to this style of food, making each bite a flavor-bursting experience. Customers rave about the fluffy bao buns and creative sauces that elevate each dish.

Intimate and cozy space at How Bao Now

The space itself is intimate, with room for 25 people. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a laidback lunch or early dinner with friends. The vibe is cozy and casual, and the service is excellent. They’re currently applying for a liquor license, so BYOB for now.

Contact Information for How Bao Now

  • Address: The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915, South Africa
  • howbaonowbao@gmail.com
  • Website: Hao Bao Now

The restaurant is open from 11 am to 4 pm, Wednesday to Saturday, and is to be noticed. Whether you’re a fan of bao buns or looking to try something new, How Bao Now is the perfect spot. How Bao Now is a restaurant offering a twist of street-food-style bao buns. It is situated at The Old Biscuit Mill in Cape Town and was founded by two ex-Test Kitchen chefs. Their dishes are highly rated by customers who appreciate the quality and creativity of their food. The venue is cozy, casual, and perfect for a laidback lunch or early dinner.

Aiden Abrahams

Aiden Abrahams is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s shifting political landscape for the Weekend Argus and Daily Maverick. Whether tracking parliamentary debates or tracing the legacy of District Six through his family’s own displacement, he roots every story in the voices that braid the Peninsula’s many cultures. Off deadline you’ll find him pacing the Sea Point promenade, debating Kaapse klopse rhythms with anyone who’ll listen.

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