✨ New in Town: Bao Bae's Fresh Take on Chinese Fusion
- Sandra Bachmann
- Jun 10
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 26
Zurich’s vibrant food scene just got a fresh addition with the opening of Bao Bae, a stylish new Chinese fusion restaurant in the heart of the Lochergut neighborhood. Bao Bae invites locals and visitors alike to discover a modern, shareable dining experience inspired by the diverse flavors of China.

Name & Concept: "Bao Bae" (宝贝 in Chinese) means “treasure” or “darling.” It’s a husband-and-wife team—Chef Dan Shu (formerly of Gaijin Izakaya, Old Inn, Tsukasa) brings the culinary vision, while May Shu handles the hospitality and operations.
Location & Vibe: Located at Badenerstrasse 271 in the Lochergut quarter, this modern Chinese spot aims to blend tradition with innovation—complete with a full cocktail and wine bar
Cuisine Style: Asian fusion with broad Chinese roots—Sichuan heat, Cantonese finesse—and playful reinterpretation of street food as shared “Asian tapas.”
Signature Dishes: Drawing attention to peanut ramen noodles, lamb ribs, steamed seabass—it’s all about bold, elevated flavors.
Shareable Plates: Designed for communal enjoyment—perfect for both casual dinners and celebratory gatherings.
Cocktails: Crafted by renowned mixologists, blending Asian ingredients with inventive flair.
Ambience: Sleek, modern interior with energetic vibe—perfect for after-work hangouts, birthdays, company dinners, or date nights .
Highlight: There are no chopsticks or cutlery, just tweezers - it's fun and you feel a bit like a surgeon
📍Bao Bae, Badenerstrasse 271, 8003 Zürich, Switzerland.
Tue to Fri from 11:30 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 00:00
Sat from 18:00 to 00:00
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