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    Ash'Kara

    4.1 (487 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Kara H.

    The only major disappointment was that they were out of gluten free pita, but Chris, our server, did his best to make up for it by bringing out extra hummus and some veggies. He was an absolute DOLL. If you want gluten free pita, be sure to call ahead and check that they have it. The regular pita they served was hot and fresh out of the oven. The star of the show was the labneh, a whipped yogurt dip with sumac and sesame floating in the center. It was the perfect mix of creamy and sweet- I want to eat it right now! Everything tasted very fresh. I absolutely loved my gyro, the lamb was tender and well seasoned, and the wrap felt made in house. Loved the pickled veggies it was served with. They made an espresso martini without cream (to the approval of my friend), and the Ak old fashioned was delicious- loved the hint of cherry and vanilla. Decor was fun and boho- loved the colorful murals and the wicker pendant lights. Parking was a breeze, even on a Saturday at 11. Could park along the street right outside or they had a parking lot in the back. Sadly there wasn't much else around the area (shops, bookstores, coffee shops) but we would absolutely be back just for the food. It was that good.

    Kelly K.

    Man I was really disappointed with my recent visit to Ashkara. What used to be a great value and large portions, I left upset by how much I spent on very mid food ($54 on two apps ). What was supposed to be a nice birthday dinner turned out to be a let down. The server was friendly and we took his two suggestions for starters and chose a main to split. The bread and cheese was tasty but kind of difficult to cut. I also thought it was cheap to only give one pita and charge $3 for extra. Next were the Manti dumplings with a yogurt and chili oil. I thought they were okay but the portion was small and the filling was kind of dry and over spiced. I was glad we had extra pita because the yogurt sauce was delicious and muted the spices a bit. Lastly we decided to split the bavette steak over spiced couscous. When this came out it was a good plated portion size (a little steep at $48) but I took one bite of the couscous and knew it wasn't for me. It was so overly spiced my tongue was numb and there was nothing to mute the flavor. We ended up sending it back and was appreciative the server was understanding- it's not something I do often but for a birthday meal i really wanted something I enjoyed.

    Chicken Bowl
    Neelina C.

    Great service! The food was so good and reasonably priced!The portion size was great too, I would've had leftovers if I wasn't so hungry lol. I saw them on the Michelin guide and I'm glad I checked them out! I made a reservation on open table and checked in but there must've been some mix up because I was marked as a 'no show' on open table but thankfully that was resolved. But overall great experience!

    Falafel
    Laureen O.

    Came here for happy hour and it was really great. Server was helpful and we were off to the races. We ordered almost everything on the HH menu. Loved it all. We will come back to try the rest of the menu. Favorites included the carrot kibbeh and high marks for GF pita. Cucumber martini was tasty. Will be back.

    Hummus and gluten free pita bread.
    Karen S.

    I've wanted to visit Ash'Kara for quite a while, but our experience was, honestly, disappointing. I liked the ambiance, and the service was decent, but the food was a big letdown. Several dishes listed as gluten-free and vegan on the menu online were not actually, which was frustrating. When we arrived, they were offering only the happy hour menu, which further limited our options. We ordered a few supposedly "safe" items, hummus, pickles, olives, and falafel, but in the end I couldn't eat the falafel due to cross-contact concerns. To be honest, I went home and had to find something else to eat! They did have a tasty gluten-free pita option, which I appreciated, but it came with a significant upcharge that wasn't explained up front. I hope they expand their options, especially given how accommodating Mediterranean cuisine can be, and consider adding a dedicated fryer for items like falafel and fries. But as things stand, I'm in no rush to go back.

    Hummus
    Jessica O.

    I am a big fan of middle eastern food, so I was excited to try out Ash'Kara. We started off with some drinks. I got the cucumber martini and the house wine. The house which was a Grenache/syrah from Hotchkiss, Colorado. It was pretty good, probably the first time I've had a Colorado wine. I absolutely loved the cucumber martini though! Definitely recommend it and it is on their happy hour menu. Our starter was hummus and babaganoush served with pita bread. The pita bread seemed to have come right out of the oven and onto our plates! Both the hummus and babaganoush were really good! We ordered an extra pita bread so none of the dip went to waste. Next we tried their falafel and a veggie medley. The falafels were really crispy. The sauce it came with paired well with it. Veggies were also tasty! For my main I got the Verlasso Salmon. This was probably my favorite salmon I have had. The sauce it came with was really good and it was fresh and cooked perfectly! I am actually not that into salmon but I figured this restaurant would know how to do it right and they did not disappoint! Lastly we somehow attempted to make room for dessert. I got the baklava and my husband got the cheesecake. Both were delicious. I loved the presentation of all the food too! Our server was attentive. The staff were friendly. The decor is cute inside and we did not have much trouble finding street parking. The 20% service charge did throw us off though. It's the highest one I've yet to see. Since it is not tip or gratuity, it is confusing. Especially if we want to let our waiter know specially that we appreciate his hospitality.

    Pistachio baklava
    David M.

    Great service along with very good food from what they call their "Michelin Menu" make for one of the best and least expensive higher-end Middle East restaurant meals in Denver. Made up of different choices you make from a list of appetizers, main courses and desserts, the $45 price tag per person makes for an excellent deal. Truly excellent htipiti (yes, I spelled that correctly if you were wondering:) (you just don't pronounce the "h" sound), along with an outstanding hummus and freshly made pitas still steaming from the oven were our first course. Our entrees were chicken tagine for me, and their vegetarian dish for my honey. She had pomegranate sorbet and I had pistachio baklava for dessert. Turns out the couple of glasses of wine each made up the cost of another meal, so for around $135 plus a 20 percent charge for what they cal al "service fee" that was not a tip ( so we added another 10+% for that since our server was so great), plus tax, the total damage was around $180 for a really enjoyable night out. I think you'd spend more at Safta if you were looking for a comparable meal of that style in what would be a bit more hip ambiance. But nonetheless, a neat place for an excellent deal on a fine meal. Salaam aleichem, David M

    Blu M.

    I've been making more of an effort to try restaurants outside my neighborhood and places I haven't been to before, and Ash'Kara was a great find. I love Mediterranean food and noticed this spot on the Michelin Guide, so I decided to check it out for lunch. I tried the Ash'Kara gyro and really enjoyed the balance of salt and fat and the lamb shawarma was tender, juicy, and wrapped in their homemade pita, which really stood out. I also ordered the za'atar fries, which were flavorful and a great addition to the meal. Service was friendly and welcoming, and overall it was a really solid lunch experience. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu.

    Pickled beets, carrots and cucumber.
    Roger S.

    We enjoyed a fantastic dinner last night at Ash'kara in Denver's LoHi neighborhood. Having last dined here before their Michelin Bib Gourmand award win, we weren't surprised to find that the restaurant continues to offer remarkable food. We all agreed the highlight of the meal was the Grilled Trout. Perfectly cooked and served on a lebelebi stew with butternut squash, chickpeas, and rapini relish. Lebelebi is a traditional traditional Tunisian dish with lots of garlic, cumin, and harissa, and typically thickened using day-old bread. A close second was the Roasted Chicken Tagine served with a saffron red pepper base, potato, carrot, coconut cream, spiced rice and roti. Delicious! One minor quibble was the host's somewhat harsh reminder when we arrived about the next reservation at 8:30 PM, which we attribute to their heightened popularity following the Michelin award. We didn't object to the message itself, merely the manner of its delivery.

    Monique C.

    Great flavors, slow service -- excited to return for the full menu I've had Ash'Kara on my "must-try" list for a while, so when we were in the area for an appointment, we decided it was the perfect chance to finally check it out. The dining room was surprisingly empty for the early evening (maybe three tables seated) so we were seated right away. We quickly learned why: it was happy hour, and unlike most places that let you order from both the happy hour and full menu, Ash'Kara only serves their happy hour items during that window. So instead of a full meal, we ended up ordering a variety of small bites. We tried several kebabs and the Mezze Platter, which was a nice mix of dips and spreads. But the absolute standout -- the dish I'm still thinking about -- was the Carrot Kibbeh Nayyeh. It's hard to explain... almost like a whipped, spiced cheese? Whatever magic is happening in that bowl, it was incredible. I genuinely wished I could've licked it clean. If you go, get this. The downside was the service. Even though the restaurant was nearly empty, it took quite a while for anyone to come by, take our order, bring food, or even check in when we wanted another round of drinks. Everyone was friendly, just not very attentive, especially given how quiet the dining room was. That said, the flavors were strong enough that I definitely want to come back during regular dinner hours. I'd love to try the full menu and hopefully experience smoother service when the team is in more of a dinner-service rhythm. Would absolutely give Ash'Kara another shot -- that Carrot Kibbeh Nayyeh alone deserves a return visit.

    Lamb shank fixins
    Joanna C.

    This place is super cute! I made resys for a sunday night and we were able to get seated very quickly. Im not sure how the wait would be without resys. The service here is good as well, our server asked if it was our first time (which it was) and he explained to us everything was family style. The dips were very delicious, slightly small, but good. The pita bread was soft and warm. I LOVE the olives. You can really taste the orange. The lamb shank was very good wrapped in the roti, but I dont think it comes with enough rotis. I ended up eating a lot of the lamb on its own and it was slightly too salty. The zataar fries are nice and crispy but some of the fries had wayyyyyyyy too much seasoning and was VERY salty. I tried to shake the salt off which helped. Overall, a pretty good dinner experience. I think things are good, but on the expensive end.

    Hummus Pita
    Cristine Z.

    The staff was great! Our waitress came by multiple times. The ambiance is great! Super fun vibes, but unfortunately the food left me underwhelmed. The flavors were lacking and the food was dry. It's a great place to gather, but don't come too hungry.

    Jacqueline T.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Denver. We've been a couple of times and loved it both times. Between our two trips with friends, we all shared: - Hummus with marinated feta - Saganaki - Whipped Labneh - Htipiti - Roasted Cauliflower Tagine - Oven roasted leeks - Falafel - Fried Halloumi & Panisse - Hummus with Mushroom Conserva - Carrot Kibbeh Nayyeh - Lamb Kebab - Zaatar French Fries - Caesar Salad - Wood-fired Pita - Paratha Roti The hummus with mushrooms, tagine, Carrot Kibbeh Nayyeh, and lamb kebab would be my must orders. Everything is delicious though so you can't go wrong. Our second visit was for happy hour which is a great way to save some money. My number one recommendation is to go with a group and share everything so you can try more.

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