# Contemporary Chinese Diners The Restaurant Little Bao Has a New Location Due to Its Cult Status By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-09-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-diner References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/9/little-bao-bangkok) & [little-bao](http://www.little-bao.com/) Little Bao is a Chinese diner in Hong Kong and it recently opened a new location in Thailand due to the first establishment's popularity. The diner has become a cult-favorite among both tourists and locals, as its modern, East meets West interpretation of various foods has become quite popular. The new establishment was created in a collaboration between many, including the designed studio "JJA/[Bespoke Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clinton-hill-duplex), the branding consultant Olivia Pong and the graphic designers Entendre Studio." The Chinese diner's exterior features its signature 'Buddha baby' in neon while its interior blends contemporary design with a traditional diner aesthetic. This popular restaurant's [contemporary interpretations of Chinese cuisine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bombastic-supper-club) are reflected in the design of the establishment itself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Contemporary Chinese Cuisine:** Opportunity to create modern interpretations of Chinese dishes and blend with other world cultures. - **Collaborative Design:** Opportunity for joint efforts among various design professionals to create a unique dining experience. - **Fusion Aesthetics:** Opportunity to blend traditional and modern design elements to appeal to wider audiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Restaurant Industry:** Opportunity to create new and innovative dining experiences that blend cultural elements and cuisines. - **Design Industry:** Opportunity for collaboration among various design professionals for innovative and unique restaurant designs. - **Tourism Industry:** Opportunity for tourism businesses to incorporate popular local restaurants with unique and modern designs into their offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Music Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bun-house-disco.md) - [Thoughtfully Designed Compact Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loong-noodles.md) - [Chinese Heritage-Inspired QSR Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panda-home.md) - [Light-Focused Warm Diner Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-years-diner.md) - [Youthful Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-next-agency.md) - [Retro-Futurist Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturist-restaurant.md) - [Modern Sichuan Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sichuan-impression.md) - [Blue-Tinged Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-of-dadong.md) - [Warm Persian-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dishroom.md)