Fat Bao
Dumpling Houses in Houston, Texas
4.4 (1,536)
| Category | Dumpling Houses · Asian fusion restaurant |
|---|---|
| Address | 3419 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098 |
| Area | Houston, Texas |
| Phone | (713) 677-0341 |
| Google rating | 4.4 (1,536) |
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 12–9 PM |
About Fat Bao
Fat Bao is one of the dumpling houses listed in Houston, Texas. The business is registered at 3419 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as asian fusion restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.
These businesses tend to have short hours built around lunch and early dinner rather than late-night service, so checking the listed hours before heading out in Houston saves a wasted trip. Seating is often limited or first-come, and many locations lean toward takeout or delivery rather than dining in. Prices are generally lower than full-service restaurants in the same category, which makes this group a reliable option for a fast, inexpensive meal across Texas. Portions can be smaller at food-court counters than at a stand-alone restaurant, so ordering two items is common for a full meal. Many of these businesses are independently owned even inside a shared food hall, so hours, accepted payment methods and whether a counter takes online orders can differ from stall to stall within the same building.
Hours are published for 2 days a week. On most of those days it is open 11 AM–10 PM. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Fat Bao at (713) 677-0341; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is fatbaohouston.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.
On Google it holds a rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 1,536 reviews, which is a strong result for a dumpling house in Houston and suggests consistent service.
Houston is in Texas, in the South, where summers are hot and humid, winters are short, and severe storms in spring are a fact of life; businesses run air conditioning most of the year and many open early to beat the heat. Getting around Houston is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Texas's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.
Looking for alternatives? Browse all dumpling houses in Houston or explore other categories in the area from the links below. If you own or manage Fat Bao, you can claim this listing to correct details, add photos and a description, and receive a verified badge. Everyone else can help by leaving an honest review on Google after a visit.
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
htxfoodexplorer 4 months ago
This review is based on the viral crab rangoon burrito, which is a limited-time item. I’ll update my review if I try anything else from their regular menu. The crab rangoon burrito didn’t really taste like crab rangoon. It was extremely creamy and heavily filled with cream cheese almost to the point of being overwhelming. After a few bites, it started to feel a bit sickening, and I don’t think I could finish more than one slice. It was missing that traditional savory, umami flavor, and instead tasted only like cream cheese. The outer layer also didn’t hold up well. It wasn’t strong or crispy enough to support the filling, so everything felt soft and fell apart. It honestly made it difficult to eat without a spoon (which they did include). It was also overpriced at $16
D B 5 months ago
We tried the Fat Fries with the beef 10/10, the Crab Bao was a little creepy looking 🤣 but definitely a 10/10, the Asian chicken bao was delish but slightly spicy.....still delish. The burrito ragoon, on the secret menu is a must. It is huge though. Bring a foodie buddy and enjoy! Staff was nice. Food was good. Will definitely be back.
Mr.S Travel Quest 5 months ago
Came here after seeing it blow up on TikTok—had to try the “secret menu” crab rangoon burrito. It was decent, but didn’t quite live up to the hype. I also tried the pork belly bao buns, which were just okay—nothing particularly memorable. With so many great food options in Houston, this spot lands at a solid 3/5 for me. Worth a try if you’re curious, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to come back.
Khira Vitak 6 months ago
Had the Korean chicken bao which was a good mix of sweet and spicy. 5/5 The walnut shrimp bao is interesting but not for me. Too sweet and dessert like but I can appreciate the hash-brown disc like puck of shrimp inside. 2/5 The crab daddy bao was interesting because I wasn’t expecting a whole fried up soft shelled little crab guy in my bao bun. A tasty dude though. 5/5 Staff are kind and make good recommendations. The duck bao bun is apparently the most bought from their selection. Looking forward to trying it next time!
Anthony (Beer Chronicle) Gorrity 8 months ago
A couple of years ago, there was restaurant food and there was food truck food. The places on wheels somehow had more boldness to make wacky stuff that didn’t seem like it should go together, but once I’d bite into it, I was like YESS! Fat Bao is that same formula but with a bathroom and no wheels. All kinds of weird flavor combos that seem unfitting until you try. I’m convinced that every one of their little baos are fire because I didn’t have a single bite that disappointed. The onion rings were unreal too. Great/quick service, and the atmosphere was good too. I’ll be back like the Terminator. So good.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Fat Bao located?
Fat Bao is at 3419 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098, in Houston, Texas. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Fat Bao?
Fat Bao is listed as a dumpling house and is also tagged on Google as asian fusion restaurant.
What are the hours of Fat Bao?
Published hours are Saturday: 11 AM–10 PM; Sunday: 12–9 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is Fat Bao open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday it is open 12–9 PM.
What is the phone number of Fat Bao?
You can call Fat Bao at (713) 677-0341.
How is Fat Bao rated on Google?
Fat Bao has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 1,536 reviews.
Does Fat Bao have a website?
Yes, the website of Fat Bao is fatbaohouston.com (linked on this page).