Why locals love it
The okonomiyaki with farm egg is the order. Cheap, loud, fast.
What locals are saying
Xiao Bao Biscuit (known locally as XBB) is a decade-plus Charleston institution and a genuine local favorite — the kind of place regulars bring out-of-town guests first. Housed in a converted 1940s gas station in Cannonborough, it earns consistent praise for bold, heat-forward pan-Asian cooking with a rotating daily menu, anchored by the cult-status okonomiyaki. Criticisms are minor — a limited menu size, occasional outdoor flies, and the fact that heavy spice isn't for everyone — but the broader consensus is that it's one of the most distinctive and reliable spots in the city.
Who it’s for & what you get
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Vegetarian options
- Beer
- Wine
- Cocktails
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor seating
- Good for groups
- Wheelchair accessible
- Restroom
- Free parking
Frequently asked
Is Xiao Bao Biscuit one of the best restaurants in Charleston?
Xiao Bao Biscuit is ranked #352 restaurant in Charleston by community votes. The okonomiyaki with farm egg is the order. Cheap, loud, fast.
What is Xiao Bao Biscuit best known for?
Asian-soul corner spot in a converted gas station on Spring Street. Famous for the okonomiyaki.
Who should go to Xiao Bao Biscuit?
Xiao Bao Biscuit is best for: asian, casual, lunch.
Where is Xiao Bao Biscuit located?
Xiao Bao Biscuit is located at 224 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, Charleston, SC.
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