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Jaya Asian Grill

3.9 (530 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
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Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Bee W.

Such a long time between visits. I need to visit more. Brought two friends so they could enjoy dishes from my childhood. We started with roti canai. The delicate layers dipped in the curry sauce was delicious. Even for my friend who had eaten roti before the dish was delicious and well made. Then came the steamed sea bass and Kangkung Sambal belacan with fragrant rice. The fish was tender and steamed in a fragrant ginger soy sauce, onions and chopped Thai chili. Enough heat without being too spicy to enjoy. The Kangkung Sambal belacan brought back memories. Fresh and crisp. Not overcooked. The char koay teow was also enjoyed by my friends. Those yummy flat noodles with shrimp - yes please. As a surprise Kent brought out mango sticky rice. We were all happy to indulge even though we had eaten our fill. One of my friends even asked what type of rice they used because she loved it. Service is excellent and even though they were busy, Kent always checked on us. This laid back restaurant is a must try if you haven't been here before. They have so many delicious dishes. And they are such a lovely family, kind and generous. Support them!

6.Char Kway Teow
Penny S.

We were warmly greeted by Ken upon arrival. He told us it is his family's restaurant, and a little of their story. If you want to know, come ask him yourself! I read they have roti canai, so that's what brought us there. It is served as an appetizer at Jaya. I liked it, even if the roti wasn't quite how I've had it before. They don't quite the authentic Malaysian technique down. I've had it as a main dish with chicken other places. Still, the roti was crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, which was good. The canai sauce was flavorful as well. Ken suggested beef rendang (Indonesian/Malaysian) and char kway teong, a noodle dish from Singapore. Both were very good. The beef rendang was a bit too salty, however. We had a good experience here and the prices are very reasonable. There is a lot of selection. Most dishes are southeast Asian.

Lunch special
Jason R.

Large portion, reasonable priced lunch. Super attentive staff. Would like to go back for dinner to try some of their specialties!

Sticky mango rice
Sandy F.

OMG! Some of the best food and service I have had in Denver. So kind and attentive without hovering. The food came out fresh, hot, and quickly. Seasoning was perfect. Not overly salted and they will adjust to your spice preference. The portions are great! The vibe here is relaxed, open, and clean. Everything was delicious!

Linna L.

This place is such a hidden gem! Family-owned and operated, and you can really taste the love and passion in every dish. Everything is packed with incredible flavor, the Hainanese chicken is so good! Service was excellent! It's a cozy, hole-in-the-wall spot that gives you an authentic, home-cooked feel. Parking is super easy, and there's even a boba shop right next door for dessert, the perfect combo! I can't wait to come back and try more from the menu.

Soroosh P.

Dined here again with a colleague and thought the food was pretty solid. The waiters passion for food shined through. This place has been established for a while for good reason too. Would go back! The menu has delicacies from all over Asia. While they don't have a lot of dessert options there are plenty of options near by. Kind of funny how they always have a tv running in the background.

3. Roti Canal

What a fantastic Saturday lunch with an amazing group! Fifteen of us gathered at Jaya Asian Grill to enjoy a little culinary tour of Southeast Asia, and it did not disappoint! I put together a menu featuring flavors from Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore, and every dish was served right on the dot--something everyone definitely appreciated. Our feast included: Roti Jaya Nasi Goreng Penang Curry Singapore Noodles Char Kway Teow Chap Chye Hainanese Chicken But the undeniable star of the table was the Special Fried Fish with Sweet Chili Sauce--crispy, flavorful, and gone in no time!

6.Char Kway Teow 13.Nasi Lemak
Mint T.

i'm mostly pleasantly surprised denver even has a malaysian restaurant! i was just in malaysia, so perhaps the comparison isnt fair. but i felt like they made a few of substitutions that didnt really hold up the integrity of the dishes. let me go down each item one by one. roti canai-- great. serviceable, seems about right. i think its usually fairly easy to get this one down, but regardless, i had no complaints. satay-- something was up with the condiment. it tasted fine, but it's not the typical satay peanut sauce. it was closer to a peanut butter. and it didnt come with the chopped cucumber and onion bits which often accompany satay. char kuay teow-- i only had a bit of this, but this just felt like a cantonese beef stir fried noodle but with egg. it was still good, just not really char kuay teow. nasi lemak-- this is the main thing from what i ordered. i dont know where to start with this one, but considering this is the national dish of malaysia, it feels strange to get this one so wrong. the sambal was wrong, it should be a darker red and have more onion. the chicken was far too crisp, not really the right kind of preparation for nasi lemak. then the... vegetable stuff? i dont know the name of this, but from what i know, it doesnt belong in nasi lemak. also, it was 50% jalapeño by volume. normally, this would just be straight up cucumber. i feel like this substitution not only makes the dish further away from nasi lemak, it makes it harder to prepare. i cant be too harsh though, coming from a malaysian family in america i know how hard it can be to get the right ingredients for stuff. again, im honestly impressed this place even exists, in denver especially. im grateful it does. the service was amazing, too. our server was very friendly, checked in on us just the right number of times, and was very enthusiastic about our choice of order. the decor is also quite lovely. i'm hoping their regular customer base is less nitpicky than i am about malaysian food.

Matthew T.

Best Asian food in Denver. They have everything you need for what you're craving and hospitality is unmatched.

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Ray K.

My go to restaurant for Malaysian Singaporean dishes. Always get my beef rendang, char Kwee tiau, and kangkung belachan. Friendly service from the staff.

1. Satay Chicken
Martina O.

Finally got a chance to visit this well known location, and leave very very happy customer. It was lunch time but I decided to ordered authentic dishes that I missed. So voila; Gado gado (steamed veggies, tofu with peanut sauce and rice crackers) also chicken satay and sauce sambal (spicy ). It's a must try and if you are in Denver; they have wide variety of menu that will not disappoint you. Service was friendly, fast and super efficient. Very layback while also strategic location. Sooo let's go have some Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese food now!!

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Everything was so fresh and the mango avocado smoothie was amazing. I totally recommend

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We spent hours looking for an elevated dinner experience in Denver with great food and a vibe, and…read moreChoLon absolutely delivered on both. We chose the five-course tasting menu and added a couple of sides, and every dish was perfectly executed. But the service is what really inspired me to write this review. Jack was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, made excellent suggestions, and went above and beyond--even helping me get my phone charged during dinner. It's that kind of thoughtful service that turns a great meal into a memorable experience. The next time I'm in Denver, I'll definitely be back. Don't skip the Chiang Mai Wonton and the dumplings,

I was really hoping, no -expecting,to like this because EVERYONE would rant and rave about how…read moredelicious this place was... Honestly, it was pretty mid at best. I was intrigued by the dumplings, but definitely did not try them seemed a bit to modern. Malaysian noodles were decent with bit of flavor, but overwhelmingly, egg & bean sprouts with very little noodle & overcooked pork belly. It was so rough... I was really expecting some being that would basically melt in my mouth and that was not at all the experience. it made me miss San Francisco Asian food so much... as a treat myself kind of meal, it was fine, but I'm glad I went by myself rather than a date night with my husband cause I think we both would've regretted it on the plus side if there is one is that the staff we're remarkably friendly even for the lunch crowd. It was pretty slow.

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4.2(52 reviews)
6.7 mi•West Colfax, Northwest

Fantastic experience at Cholon Sloan's Lake! The food was excellent, especially the dumplings and…read morethe spaghetti all'assassina -- both were absolutely delicious and stood out as highlights of the meal. But what really made the experience special was the service from Brittany (I believe that was her name). She mentioned that she was newer, but you never would have known it. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about making sure we had a great experience. Great food paired with genuinely exceptional service. I'll definitely be back!

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Delicious and authentic. What more can you want from dim sum?…read more Be sure to get here early as the wait can get lengthy. So plan ahead, though the food is well worth the wait! Carts rotate and display their options to you frequently as you enjoy your meal. So tou can order plates as quickly as you finish them. I recommend the pork buns and pork ribs. My favorite this time around were the leek dumplings with a side of noodles. We finished off with a coconut bun that wasn't too sweet. It was the perfect finish to the meal with ample amounts of tea. Use the kiosk up front to reserve your spot!

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