Chef Kenny Yie was so inspired by his grandmother's recipes that he was moved to open Baodega, a charming cafe in the Flatiron District serving dim sum and other Shanghai-influenced dishes. Everything about Baodega is designed with a sense of community, from the long picnic tables to the abundance of shareable plates, so pull up a seat with some of your favorite people and don't be shy about ordering a lot of food. All of their menu options are made fresh in-house, and with so many choices, there's bound to be something to please everyone in your party. Their variety of soup dumplings are popular dim sum choices--such as crab roe, pork, chicken, and traditional Shanghai pan-fried--and their family-style entrees include dry pot chicken, sweet and sour ribs, braised pork, hot pot beef, and meatball stew. Lunch specials are available Monday-Friday, and the onsite Asian craft coffee bar has something that will perfectly complement any order. The dining space is homey and inviting with a modern cafe vibe that features exposed brick and wood paneled walls, unique lighting fixtures, minimal decor, and comfortable seating for groups small or large. Also available for takeout and delivery, Baodega puts a delicious contemporary spin on dim sum dining that you'll want to revisit again and again.