New York-style Taiwanese street food

Noteworthy for: The food here may seem decadent, but it's made with antibiotic-free meat, organic tofu and soy oil, so you can tuck in guilt-free.

It's all about the steamed buns ('baos') at this buzzy East Village joint. They're served super-quick, come stuffed with a variety of meats (there are also a couple of veggie options), and are seasoned with in-house sauces and Taiwanese condiments like red sugar.

The Baohaus slogan is 'straight off the boat', and there's no doubting the authenticity of these flavors - although the focus on artisanal ingredients and the trendy clientele give the place a decidedly New York edge. You can sit, but most locals choose to grab 'n' go or take advantage of the generous delivery radius.