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03/06/2026
We’re waiting for our favourite customer to come through 😮💨
Your table is ready for you 😉
28/05/2026
When was the last time you had a bao? 🤔
Maybe it’s time to pull up a seat 🤤
📍 Belly Bao - 184 King St, Newtown
27/05/2026
Don’t mind Sylvia , she’s just getting the hang of things 🙏
(jks she’s been running the show for years - send help 😅)
22/05/2026
Our cocktails are made to keep up with everything on the table 🍸
Easy to sip, easy to enjoy ✨
20/05/2026
Pandan Bao Balls are a green flag 💚
Hand-rolled, pandan infused, with warm brown sugar running through.
Soft, sweet, and the best way to finish off a solid feed 👌
14/05/2026
This is your sign to end your meal with Pandan Bao Balls 😍
Soft, pandan-infused, with warm brown sugar.
You won't want to share this one!
13/05/2026
We’re here for more than just the food.
Good meals, good energy, and a space you actually want to hang out in - that’s always been the goal 🙂↕️
Come for the food, stay for the vibes ✨
07/05/2026
Your seafood feast is here! 🦀🔥
Loaded with crab, prawns, mussels and clams, all brought together in that rich, spiced sauce 😍
Round up the crew - this one’s made to be shared!
⏳ Limited Time - Tues to Thurs + Sundays.
05/05/2026
Our Viet-Cajun Seafood Boil is stacked!
Whole blue swimmer crab, king prawns, mussels & clams - all swimming in our signature buttery, spicy sauce 🔥
Pairs perfectly with Garlic Butter Bao Noodles, Garlic Rice and Gold Mop-up Baos 😉
Gloves on. Available Tues–Thurs + Sun.
02/05/2026
Whether it’s date night or a big birthday bash, we’ve got the space for it 👌
Easy bookings, flexible setups, and a menu that works for any kind of night.
All you have to do is rock up hungry 🙌
29/04/2026
Joel’s picks?
Elite taste, no surprises there. 😌
If you needed a sign on what to order - he’s the one to trust.
👉 Book in now, via the link in bio!
23/04/2026
Your refreshing summer pick-me-up says hi!
Tossed with fresh herbs, chilli, vegan fish sauce and peanuts - our Papaya Salad is the reset your tastebuds didn’t know they needed 🙂↕️
22/04/2026
Meet our Garlic Butter Bao Noodles! 👀
Silky, savoury, and loaded with that melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
The kind of dish you’ll keep dreaming of 🤤
16/04/2026
A love letter to a childhood favourite, with some Belly Bao magic.
Golden fried house-made bao, classic Golden Gaytime ice cream, salted caramel, banana and coconut - plus a vegan option too.
🍦 End your meal on a sweet note - you deserve it.
15/04/2026
When the feedback is this good, we have no choice but to listen 😂👂
Getting fed compliments AND our favourite prawn toast - not a bad shift tbh.
Thanks for the love, always.
09/04/2026
If we had to choose just one thing to eat forever, it would be bao (but luckily, we don’t have to!)
From slow-braised pork belly and beef short rib, to crispy tofu, soft shell crab, and panko chicken, there’s a bao for every craving.
🥟 Book now through the link in bio to find your favourites!
08/04/2026
Our Viet-Cajun Seafood Boil is FINALLY HERE!
Saucy, spicy, buttery goodness with a Viet-flavour twist!
Gloves on, hands in 😉🔥
📅 Available Tues-Thurs + Sun
⏳ LIMITED TIME ONLY.
Walk ins are welcome.
31/03/2026
BELLY BAO EASTER HOURS 🐣
CLOSED: Friday 3rd
OPEN: SATURDAY 4TH & SUNDAY 5TH
See you for a delicious feed this weekend! 💛
27/03/2026
Creamy burrata, house-made satay chilli oil, fresh basil, and warm flat bao — it’s rich, savoury, and nothing like you’ve ever tasted before.
🔥 184 King St, Newtown – come see what all the fuss is about.
24/03/2026
Sometimes it really is just a different language 🤭
20/03/2026
Food that feels comforting, exciting, and familiar all at once – that’s what we do best here at Belly Bao.
🥟 Book your next feed now – link in bio!
18/03/2026
Some of our favourite things?
Delicious baos, bouncy noodles and sweet treats to end the night.
📍Belly Bao, Newtown
13/03/2026
Soft, fluffy, and gently sweet — our Pandan Bao Balls are the kind of dessert you don’t skip.
Hand-rolled pandan-infused bao, brown sugar syrup, coconut, and pandan coconut whip… yes, all of that good stuff 🤤
10/03/2026
They said control your bao addiction.
But we heard order more bao.
Balance is overrated anyway 😉🥟
📍184 King St, Newtown – pop in to try our iconic baos for yoursef
03/03/2026
Some treats just make the day better — this is one of them. 😌✨
Our Strawberry Matcha blends ceremonial-grade matcha with house-made strawberry compote for the perfect balance of earthy and sweet.
🍓 Come by and make it your little mid-day reward – 184 King St, Newtown!
Address
184 King Street
Newtown, NSW
2042
The Asian restaurant is located on King Street in Sydney. It is easily accessible via public transport as there are bus and train stations nearby. If you prefer to drive, there are various parking options available around the area.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 9pm |
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What people say
Asian restaurants are known for their unique and flavorful dishes that are sure to satisfy any craving. Belly Bao, located on King Street in Sydney, is no exception. Since 2013, they have been serving up handmade bao creations that are both creative and delicious. In fact, they were the first dedicated home of bao in Sydney.
One thing that sets Belly Bao apart is their seasonal specials. From celebrating Mardi Gras with rainbow bao to ringing in the Lunar New Year with prosperity toss bao noodles salad, they always have something new and exciting to try. But even their regular menu items are worth raving about.
Customers can choose from a variety of baos and baogers (bao burgers) filled with everything from crispy chicken to slow-cooked pork belly. And if you're not in the mood for bao, they also offer rice bowls and noodle salads.
Belly Bao's commitment to quality extends beyond their food. They offer both dine-in and takeout options, making it easy for customers to enjoy their delicious meals wherever they are. And with delivery available through UberEats and Doordash, there's no excuse not to give them a try.
Overall, Belly Bao is a must-visit for anyone looking for a unique dining experience in Sydney. Their handmade bao creations are sure to impress even the most discerning foodies, while their seasonal specials keep things fresh and exciting.