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WOW everything at pig and tiger was delicious! We ordered everything to be shared at the table and I could not stop munching. The fried chicken was probably the star of the show. The rice was so flavorful with the chicken fats cooked into it and the chicken was crispy to the tee. All the apps we got were so outstanding, we could not stop raving about it. The restaurant gives off very intimate date night vibe and the staff did an amazing job explaining how to pair each food item. I would come back for date night or girls night.
This is a hidden gem in our neighborhood that is special. We've intentionally waited to patronize this restaurant while they finessed their operation. This seemed to be the opportune time to go. Thursday night at 5:30 and things were already picking up. The traffic in and out was steady the entire time we were there and when we left at 7pm there was a small wait. Service was attentive and plentiful. Probably the one thing that held them back from five stars was a lack of interest in how we were enjoying our meal. Everything came quickly and was fresh and hot but not once did our waiter ask what we thought which is sadly one demarcation between good and great. Did it turn me off, no but it's a note to consider if anyone in this operation reads my review. Bao buns were spectacular. Five stars. Perfect combination of build your own. DanDan noodles were amazing. I'd go back again today for more. Flavorful and easily sharable. Five stars Green beans were amazing. Five stars Fried chicken was cooked perfectly and covered in a crunchy coating that complimented the tender chicken. Lived the hot honey and rice that accompanied the dish. Four stars only because it was messy. Lame I know. I had a gin n tonic with a lime twist that was really nice and we also had macadamia flavored coffee over ice which was also tasty. It was $140 out the door so not a budget conscious meal but worth every penny. We saw the fried chicken and noodles delivering to many tables. The seating ranged from two to six tops and seating at the bar accommodating 10. Great full service experience and on a busy night I would make a reservation.
I've been wanting to try this place for a while! I love the logo of pig and tiger and the story behind it. I started off with the May mei, which is what my mom calls me, so it was special to see it as a drink. Loved it! Honestly, the drink menu here makes my heart so happy! They even have heysong soda as part of their desserts. We ordered the gua bao, the Dan Dan noodles, and the fried chicken and were very full! I saw that the fried chicken was one of their trade mark dishes - it was very fried, very crispy. I've probably never had crispier chicken! The rice that went along with it was so good and I loved that there was bokchoy pieces in there. Very cool to see their interpretations of dishes I've eaten growing up. So glad I tried it, would love to come back. It is on the pricier side for us, so we probably won't be back casually, but I'm so glad I got the experience. We had a reservation and the service was good. Everyone was friendly! Loved seeing all the plants in there. Definitely a nicer spot that isn't downtown!
I was excited to find a Taiwanese inspired restaurant in Denver. I was looking for something different for fried chicken. The restaurant has a nice blend of Taiwanese influences with modern American gastropub feel. We didn't have any reservations so ended up eating at the bar for the evening. The server was super nice and offered lots of information about the restaurant. We ordered several shareable dishes for dinner: Pork belly buns, fried chicken, and stewed pork. All had good Taiwanese flavor profiles. Pork belly buns - the buns were freshly steamed with the slice of pork belly for DIY build of the buns. The pork was tender but the sauce on the pork was more of gravy than just the stewed sauce. It was a bit messy to eat. Flavor was good for gua bao (刮包) Pork stew rice - the pork was sliced a bit bigger than the traditional luroufan (滷肉飯). The sauce wasn't as rendered to coat the rice with the fatty goodness. The flavor was a bit more with the ginger flavor. Overall the dish was good and was very sharable. Fried chicken - the flavor was definitely very much like the popcorn chicken that is from Taiwan. I was originally hoping for something similar to the night market fried chicken. The chicken was heavily coated, while it did make it crispy when we first got the dish but when it cooled off it was tough layer or batter. The hot honey sauce wasn't a good touch for additional flavor. All in all, I had a good experience at the restaurant and the food was tasty. Will have to revisit when I can try some of their signature drinks.
5 stars to me means everything was executed to perfection for the things *I* care about and that's the food. We took a gamble on Pea Shoots. Freaking amazing. The Spicy dumplings were some of the best I ever had. The NY Strip was over but it was very tender and the glass noodles were so addictive. Their chili oil is crack. Seriously. Eat bowls full. Didn't do any cocktails, sorry. Mars Iwai is a solid Japanese whiskey that drinks like a bourbon. The area is funky. The vibe is chic. The service is legit. If you have not been here as a local your missing out. I wish there was more like this in my hometown.
We've been fans of Pig & Tiger since their days at Avanti in Boulder. This was our second visit to the new spot (first was back at the start of the year), and it was just as good, and even better. They just hit their one year anniversary and we're so happy for this team. They've worked hard for this and you can tell. Bailey took care of us and was fantastic. Super friendly and made the night fun. The kitchen was really kind to us too, and everything we ordered was excellent. Totally deserve the Michelin mention. Congrats on year one, we'll be back soon!
I went back and forth between a 3- and 4-star rating for this one. In the end, I try to stay consistent with how I rate rather than simply asking myself whether I'd return. While I don't think we'll be back, the overall experience was still strong enough for 4 stars. We had a 5:00 p.m. reservation (right when they opened) for a party of four and were excited to finally try Pig & Tiger. The restaurant itself is small and intimate, but it never felt cramped. Being situated on a corner with two large walls of windows, the dining room feels open and exactly the atmosphere you'd expect. From the moment we sat down, our server immediately set the tone. She took the time to explain how the restaurant works: rather than ordering in courses, you place your entire order up front and the kitchen paces everything for you. With the concise menu, it was easy enough to decide, and the first dishes started arriving almost immediately. Our server was phenomenal - an easy five stars on her own. She was knowledgeable, welcoming, attentive without hovering, and genuinely elevated the experience. The whole menu is to share. We ordered: the chili wontons, Pig & Tiger salad, charred broccolini, a large order of pork belly buns, Taiwanese fried chicken, cold sesame noodles, jade rice, and finished with the chocolate marquise, shaved ice, and the staff favorite - a sarsaparilla float served "Grandpa Style" with a shot of whiskey. The unanimous standouts for our table were the Pig & Tiger salad and the charred broccolini. Both were packed with flavor and are dishes I'd absolutely recommend ordering. The pork belly buns and chili wontons were solid, and the cold sesame noodles were enjoyable as well. The cocktails, however, completely stole the show. The May Mei (their salted plum spritz) was one of the biggest surprises of the night - bright, refreshing, and unlike anything I'd had before. We also tried both versions of the Mr. Brown espresso cocktail. The macadamia version wasn't necessarily sweeter as described, but it was noticeably creamier, and both were outstanding. The Rose Gold Old Fashioned was another pleasant surprise. I usually avoid floral anything, but this one drank more like a beautifully balanced Old Fashioned with subtle honey notes. They also made an excellent Black Manhattan. Our biggest disappointment was the Taiwanese fried chicken. It's served as a half chicken with the bones intact, which wasn't an issue in itself, but ours was fried so aggressively that the crispy skin separated completely from the meat with each bite. Instead of getting crispy skin and juicy chicken together, they came apart, and the chicken itself ended up a bit overcooked. The jade rice also wasn't a favorite for our group. It leaned very grassy and herbaceous - something that may appeal to others, but it just wasn't for us. Overall, it was an interesting meal with some real highs and a few misses. The cocktails were exceptional, our server was outstanding, and the Pig & Tiger salad and charred broccolini were memorable enough that they'll stick with me long after the meal.
Pig and Tiger is located in a unique area, there is not a lot of restaurants around but in downtown Denver. The staff were friendly and helpful. They answered our many questions and made great recommendations - 4 to 5 dishes for our table of 4. We were full but not stuffed by the end of dinner. The pork belly baos melted in your and provided dedicated which allows you to make them as to your liking. The fried chicken was "chefs kiss", and the vegetables dumplings were surprisingly flavorful. I was too busy enjoying the cocktail to take a photo . I highly recommend the May Mei.
No joke, this was the best, juiciest, crunchiest fried chicken I've ever had. It came with this spicy honey that just complimented the chicken in the most wonderful way possible. We also got their veggie dumplings, which were also really good but not exactly my taste. I'm glad to have tried them but i think personally the flavor is just not for me, but they were still perfectly made with a beautiful presentation. The portions were also amazing, I left the restaurant too full to really walk and I made sure to starve myself before going. I would give this place a 4.5 if I could. Really nice workers with great and attentive service and the place is well decorated. I know I have to get this chicken again.
I heard great things about Pig and Tiger and having watched Top Chef, I was pretty excited about coming here. We got the dumplings, pork belly bao buns, and the Taiwanese fried chicken. Everything was tasty. The pork bao, which I forgot to take a picture of, was served as a build-your-own bao. The pork was tender and the mustard green contrast the richness of the pork extremely well. The Taiwanese fried chicken was crispy, juicy, and well-seasoned and the chicken fat fried rice is to die for. One major complaint is that the food is overall on the pricy side. This is especially true considering all the amazing dim sum restaurants that opened up in Denver recently. Additionally, the flavor was adjusted more for the American palette. That said, everything was tasty and our group left full. I definitely would return to try other dishes, especially when they revamp their menu. 3.5/5 but rounded to 4/5.
After seeing it on social media for a while now, we finally made a stop in. It's a trendier Asian spot. I was worried the food would be Asian fusion but I was surprised that it's actually heavily Taiwan based with some fusion and substitutions. We made reservations ahead of time for a group of 4. Service is incredible. They're very nice and food comes out pretty quick. We ordered the jellyfish salad, fall vegetable dumplings, jade noodles, braised pork rice, and the LA beef roll. The vegetable dumplings were quite delicious. It had butternut squash and something else but flavors were very good. The jade noodles were made with a "Taiwanese" pesto. I'm not really sure what makes it Taiwanese but it was quite good. The LA beef rolls were my favorite. It's deconstructed and you make it yourself. It's served with a scallion tortilla inspired by the chefs roots in LA. Very tasty. Definitely need to come back with my partner.
Came here with my husband for Valentine's Day, we heard great things and were excited to try! I can't recall having much Taiwanese food in the past, and this certainly did not disappoint. Every dish we ordered plus the cocktails were amazing. The Taiwanese fried chicken is popular, and I particularly loved the hot and sour soup. Our waiter was very attentive and food came out promptly and was delivered as expected. The ambiance is very nice, perfect for a date night. Parking can be scarce in this area so plan for some extra time to find a spot, or take an uber. Overall we had a great meal and would come back!
As a Taiwanese-American, I'm so happy to see a restaurant in Denver represent Taiwanese cuisine, even if it still follows the theme of fusion, a lot of the dishes here are executed really well. Some of my favorites: - Jellyfish salad: may not be everyone's jam, but the seasoning is spot on. There's a lot of cucumber in it if you're curious to try but nervous to try jellyfish. - fried chicken: I've tried this twice now and there was an improvement between the first time to second time. Seasoning was a better representation of Taiwanese chicken cutlet, and the rice took on some more garlic ginger flavor. - LA beef tacos: I heard they recently took this off the menu but really loved the play on LA street tacos meet beef rolls. - shaved ice panna cotta: hits the spot each time, a must! So good and one of my favorite desserts in all of Denver. The one caveat: I do think their cocktails could use some work. The concepts all sound great but sometimes there's a bit too much going on in the drinks. I don't mind this though as I'm at restaurants 95% for the food. Excited to try their winter menu with beef noodle soup and soy milk for breakfast!
We went before they received the Michelin Bib Gourmand and completely understand why they got it. Well deserved and happy they got the recognition! In an attempt to inhale all the food because it was so good, some pictures are half eaten. We had jellyfish salad, silken tofu, vegetable dumpling, chili wontons, tomato egg noodle, braised pork rice, and fried chicken. I appreciate that although they can charge an obscene amount for their food, they don't. It's reasonably priced and I prefer community style dining. A little bit of everything for everyone! The service was exceptional and our server came back frequently to make sure we were well taken care of which is kind of rare nowadays, unfortunately in the biz. Every dish was phenomenal and made with love. They do offer seasonal menus which is nice because that means there will always be new dishes to try while keeping the best. We plan to dine here often so it would be great if folks continue to support the owners and their staff! read more
1 month ago
This was my third visit to Pig & Tiger, and somehow it's been just as good every time. I think what I like most is that nothing feels like it's on the menu just to fill space. Every dish we've tried has been thoughtful and full of flavor. This time the pork belly buns, chili wontons, and Taiwanese fried chicken were probably my favorites. The braised pork rice is another dish I don't think I'd ever get tired of ordering, and the crispy potatoes disappeared almost immediately. We also finished with dessert, and I'm really glad we did. The chocolate marquise was excellent, and the shaved ice was a fun way to end the meal. Three visits in, I still haven't had anything that made me think, "I wouldn't order that again." That's pretty rare. read more
3 days ago
WOW everything at pig and tiger was delicious! We ordered everything to be shared at the table and I could not stop munching. The fried chicken was probably the star of the show. The rice was so flavorful with the chicken fats cooked into it and the chicken was crispy to the tee. All the apps we got were so outstanding, we could not stop raving about it. The restaurant gives off very intimate date night vibe and the staff did an amazing job explaining how to pair each food item. I would come back for date night or girls night. read more
3 months ago
This is a hidden gem in our neighborhood that is special. We've intentionally waited to patronize this restaurant while they finessed their operation. This seemed to be the opportune time to go. Thursday night at 5:30 and things were already picking up. The traffic in and out was steady the entire time we were there and when we left at 7pm there was a small wait. Service was attentive and plentiful. Probably the one thing that held them back from five stars was a lack of interest in how we were enjoying our meal. Everything came quickly and was fresh and hot but not once did our waiter ask what we thought which is sadly one demarcation between good and great. Did it turn me off, no but it's a note to consider if anyone in this operation reads my review. Bao buns were spectacular. Five stars. Perfect combination of build your own. DanDan noodles were amazing. I'd go back again today for more. Flavorful and easily sharable. Five stars Green beans were amazing. Five stars Fried chicken was cooked perfectly and covered in a crunchy coating that complimented the tender chicken. Lived the hot honey and rice that accompanied the dish. Four stars only because it was messy. Lame I know. I had a gin n tonic with a lime twist that was really nice and we also had macadamia flavored coffee over ice which was also tasty. It was $140 out the door so not a budget conscious meal but worth every penny. We saw the fried chicken and noodles delivering to many tables. The seating ranged from two to six tops and seating at the bar accommodating 10. Great full service experience and on a busy night I would make a reservation. read more
I've been wanting to try this place for a while! I love the logo of pig and tiger and the story behind it. I started off with the May mei, which is what my mom calls me, so it was special to see it as a drink. Loved it! Honestly, the drink menu here makes my heart so happy! They even have heysong soda as part of their desserts. We ordered the gua bao, the Dan Dan noodles, and the fried chicken and were very full! I saw that the fried chicken was one of their trade mark dishes - it was very fried, very crispy. I've probably never had crispier chicken! The rice that went along with it was so good and I loved that there was bokchoy pieces in there. Very cool to see their interpretations of dishes I've eaten growing up. So glad I tried it, would love to come back. It is on the pricier side for us, so we probably won't be back casually, but I'm so glad I got the experience. We had a reservation and the service was good. Everyone was friendly! Loved seeing all the plants in there. Definitely a nicer spot that isn't downtown! read more
I was excited to find a Taiwanese inspired restaurant in Denver. I was looking for something different for fried chicken. The restaurant has a nice blend of Taiwanese influences with modern American gastropub feel. We didn't have any reservations so ended up eating at the bar for the evening. The server was super nice and offered lots of information about the restaurant. We ordered several shareable dishes for dinner: Pork belly buns, fried chicken, and stewed pork. All had good Taiwanese flavor profiles. Pork belly buns - the buns were freshly steamed with the slice of pork belly for DIY build of the buns. The pork was tender but the sauce on the pork was more of gravy than just the stewed sauce. It was a bit messy to eat. Flavor was good for gua bao (刮包) Pork stew rice - the pork was sliced a bit bigger than the traditional luroufan (滷肉飯). The sauce wasn't as rendered to coat the rice with the fatty goodness. The flavor was a bit more with the ginger flavor. Overall the dish was good and was very sharable. Fried chicken - the flavor was definitely very much like the popcorn chicken that is from Taiwan. I was originally hoping for something similar to the night market fried chicken. The chicken was heavily coated, while it did make it crispy when we first got the dish but when it cooled off it was tough layer or batter. The hot honey sauce wasn't a good touch for additional flavor. All in all, I had a good experience at the restaurant and the food was tasty. Will have to revisit when I can try some of their signature drinks. read more
5 months ago
5 stars to me means everything was executed to perfection for the things *I* care about and that's the food. We took a gamble on Pea Shoots. Freaking amazing. The Spicy dumplings were some of the best I ever had. The NY Strip was over but it was very tender and the glass noodles were so addictive. Their chili oil is crack. Seriously. Eat bowls full. Didn't do any cocktails, sorry. Mars Iwai is a solid Japanese whiskey that drinks like a bourbon. The area is funky. The vibe is chic. The service is legit. If you have not been here as a local your missing out. I wish there was more like this in my hometown. read more
22 days ago
We've been fans of Pig & Tiger since their days at Avanti in Boulder. This was our second visit to the new spot (first was back at the start of the year), and it was just as good, and even better. They just hit their one year anniversary and we're so happy for this team. They've worked hard for this and you can tell. Bailey took care of us and was fantastic. Super friendly and made the night fun. The kitchen was really kind to us too, and everything we ordered was excellent. Totally deserve the Michelin mention. Congrats on year one, we'll be back soon! read more
I went back and forth between a 3- and 4-star rating for this one. In the end, I try to stay consistent with how I rate rather than simply asking myself whether I'd return. While I don't think we'll be back, the overall experience was still strong enough for 4 stars. We had a 5:00 p.m. reservation (right when they opened) for a party of four and were excited to finally try Pig & Tiger. The restaurant itself is small and intimate, but it never felt cramped. Being situated on a corner with two large walls of windows, the dining room feels open and exactly the atmosphere you'd expect. From the moment we sat down, our server immediately set the tone. She took the time to explain how the restaurant works: rather than ordering in courses, you place your entire order up front and the kitchen paces everything for you. With the concise menu, it was easy enough to decide, and the first dishes started arriving almost immediately. Our server was phenomenal - an easy five stars on her own. She was knowledgeable, welcoming, attentive without hovering, and genuinely elevated the experience. The whole menu is to share. We ordered: the chili wontons, Pig & Tiger salad, charred broccolini, a large order of pork belly buns, Taiwanese fried chicken, cold sesame noodles, jade rice, and finished with the chocolate marquise, shaved ice, and the staff favorite - a sarsaparilla float served "Grandpa Style" with a shot of whiskey. The unanimous standouts for our table were the Pig & Tiger salad and the charred broccolini. Both were packed with flavor and are dishes I'd absolutely recommend ordering. The pork belly buns and chili wontons were solid, and the cold sesame noodles were enjoyable as well. The cocktails, however, completely stole the show. The May Mei (their salted plum spritz) was one of the biggest surprises of the night - bright, refreshing, and unlike anything I'd had before. We also tried both versions of the Mr. Brown espresso cocktail. The macadamia version wasn't necessarily sweeter as described, but it was noticeably creamier, and both were outstanding. The Rose Gold Old Fashioned was another pleasant surprise. I usually avoid floral anything, but this one drank more like a beautifully balanced Old Fashioned with subtle honey notes. They also made an excellent Black Manhattan. Our biggest disappointment was the Taiwanese fried chicken. It's served as a half chicken with the bones intact, which wasn't an issue in itself, but ours was fried so aggressively that the crispy skin separated completely from the meat with each bite. Instead of getting crispy skin and juicy chicken together, they came apart, and the chicken itself ended up a bit overcooked. The jade rice also wasn't a favorite for our group. It leaned very grassy and herbaceous - something that may appeal to others, but it just wasn't for us. Overall, it was an interesting meal with some real highs and a few misses. The cocktails were exceptional, our server was outstanding, and the Pig & Tiger salad and charred broccolini were memorable enough that they'll stick with me long after the meal. read more
Pig and Tiger is located in a unique area, there is not a lot of restaurants around but in downtown Denver. The staff were friendly and helpful. They answered our many questions and made great recommendations - 4 to 5 dishes for our table of 4. We were full but not stuffed by the end of dinner. The pork belly baos melted in your and provided dedicated which allows you to make them as to your liking. The fried chicken was "chefs kiss", and the vegetables dumplings were surprisingly flavorful. I was too busy enjoying the cocktail to take a photo . I highly recommend the May Mei. read more
4 months ago
No joke, this was the best, juiciest, crunchiest fried chicken I've ever had. It came with this spicy honey that just complimented the chicken in the most wonderful way possible. We also got their veggie dumplings, which were also really good but not exactly my taste. I'm glad to have tried them but i think personally the flavor is just not for me, but they were still perfectly made with a beautiful presentation. The portions were also amazing, I left the restaurant too full to really walk and I made sure to starve myself before going. I would give this place a 4.5 if I could. Really nice workers with great and attentive service and the place is well decorated. I know I have to get this chicken again. read more
I heard great things about Pig and Tiger and having watched Top Chef, I was pretty excited about coming here. We got the dumplings, pork belly bao buns, and the Taiwanese fried chicken. Everything was tasty. The pork bao, which I forgot to take a picture of, was served as a build-your-own bao. The pork was tender and the mustard green contrast the richness of the pork extremely well. The Taiwanese fried chicken was crispy, juicy, and well-seasoned and the chicken fat fried rice is to die for. One major complaint is that the food is overall on the pricy side. This is especially true considering all the amazing dim sum restaurants that opened up in Denver recently. Additionally, the flavor was adjusted more for the American palette. That said, everything was tasty and our group left full. I definitely would return to try other dishes, especially when they revamp their menu. 3.5/5 but rounded to 4/5. read more
10 months ago
After seeing it on social media for a while now, we finally made a stop in. It's a trendier Asian spot. I was worried the food would be Asian fusion but I was surprised that it's actually heavily Taiwan based with some fusion and substitutions. We made reservations ahead of time for a group of 4. Service is incredible. They're very nice and food comes out pretty quick. We ordered the jellyfish salad, fall vegetable dumplings, jade noodles, braised pork rice, and the LA beef roll. The vegetable dumplings were quite delicious. It had butternut squash and something else but flavors were very good. The jade noodles were made with a "Taiwanese" pesto. I'm not really sure what makes it Taiwanese but it was quite good. The LA beef rolls were my favorite. It's deconstructed and you make it yourself. It's served with a scallion tortilla inspired by the chefs roots in LA. Very tasty. Definitely need to come back with my partner. read more
Came here with my husband for Valentine's Day, we heard great things and were excited to try! I can't recall having much Taiwanese food in the past, and this certainly did not disappoint. Every dish we ordered plus the cocktails were amazing. The Taiwanese fried chicken is popular, and I particularly loved the hot and sour soup. Our waiter was very attentive and food came out promptly and was delivered as expected. The ambiance is very nice, perfect for a date night. Parking can be scarce in this area so plan for some extra time to find a spot, or take an uber. Overall we had a great meal and would come back! read more
As a Taiwanese-American, I'm so happy to see a restaurant in Denver represent Taiwanese cuisine, even if it still follows the theme of fusion, a lot of the dishes here are executed really well. Some of my favorites: - Jellyfish salad: may not be everyone's jam, but the seasoning is spot on. There's a lot of cucumber in it if you're curious to try but nervous to try jellyfish. - fried chicken: I've tried this twice now and there was an improvement between the first time to second time. Seasoning was a better representation of Taiwanese chicken cutlet, and the rice took on some more garlic ginger flavor. - LA beef tacos: I heard they recently took this off the menu but really loved the play on LA street tacos meet beef rolls. - shaved ice panna cotta: hits the spot each time, a must! So good and one of my favorite desserts in all of Denver. The one caveat: I do think their cocktails could use some work. The concepts all sound great but sometimes there's a bit too much going on in the drinks. I don't mind this though as I'm at restaurants 95% for the food. Excited to try their winter menu with beef noodle soup and soy milk for breakfast! read more
This was a complicated experience to rate - lots of highs and lows that averaged out to about a 3.5/4. Some dishes were great, some not good. Service was good. Prices are higher than I expected (especially for dishes that are street food in Taiwan) and for inconsistent dishes, it made me question the rating, but the good parts really carried the rating. The dishes we got to share between two people: pork belly gua bao, beef noodle soup, fried chicken. We had some leftover chicken. Fried Chicken: the dish that carried. Seasoning and texture of chicken was incredible. You get a half chicken. The rice was a simple fried rice, but delicious. This was the priciest, at $40, and originally gave me stick shock, but they really did do a good job. We talked about coming back just for this dish. Gua bao: pork belly was cooked very well. The bun could've been softer - it was a bit stiff and made me question whether it was just heated up from frozen. Beef noodle soup: the biggest disappointment, but also because I love BNS. The soup was SO salty. Tasted like a bowl of soy sauce. The beef wasn't tender and the noodles were too al dente when they should be bouncy (as good Asian noodles are). Overall, if you're new to Taiwanese/Chinese food, these flavors could still be very satisfying and I would recommend it. Cozy, but elevated ambiance and nice people really make it a worthwhile destination. read more
8 months ago
One of my favorite Denver openings of 2025 -- this fantastic Taiwanese restaurant in Five Points with the friendliest staff and sleep, moody vibes (that surprises you with also one of the best wine menus in Denver)! Super impressed by the creative wine list -- very unexpected that I'd find some of my favorite options in town here! My surprise food favorite? The jellyfish salad -- crunchy, bright, refreshing. I could eat it every day. Other dishes we loved: - Pork/Shrimp Chili Dumplings - LA Beef Roll with Beef Shank & Tongue (no longer on the menu but needs to come back) - Mapo Tofu - Braised Pork Rice (Lu Rou Fan) - Saucy Pork Noodles with Pork Ragu (Zhajiangmian) - Taiwanese Fried Chicken (GF) - Shaved Ice Dessert with Almond Panna Cotta, Pineaple, and Thai Basil read more
We came here for dinner on a Friday evening and had made a reservation. This place was fairly full and they have a Taiwanese/Korean influenced menu. The chef has his own take on traditional Taiwanese dishes, which was quite refreshing to see. We started with an order of cocktails, my husband and his friend got a teapot of the old fashion, which was Nice. I got the pandan drink, which was very spirit forward and alright - wish it had more pandan. For appetizer, we got the spicy pork wontons, which was really good - the sauce that it came with was my favourite. It was spicy yet not salty, which a lot of Asian places tend to do. We also got the crispy potatoes which was honestly quite surprising. I love how well it paired with the sauce , which was more like a spicy gochujang. For mains, we got the Jade noodles which came with pesto that I have never tried in Asian dishes and it was really amazing. I would highly recommend this dish to anyone who is dining here. We also got the spicy pork noodles, which were good. For desserts, We got the chocolate cake, which was more like a chocolate mousse, but it felt like I was almost eating bland noodles with a lot of Sesame. I think the desserts here could be better. Overall, I think we had a good experience out here. The service was attentive yet, not intrusive. The ambience is dim late and rustic. I think this is a good new Asian spot that we have in Denver. Parking can be an issue so I recommend coming in a few minutes ahead of your reservation to find a spot. read more
Pig and Tiger is a new Taiwanese fusion restaurant in the LoDo area of Downtown Denver. Looking at it from outside, it may not seem like much, but upon walking in, one can sense that they will have a culinary experience. Do be aware that the only parking in the area is metered and timed street parking. I loved the atmosphere here. Dark, moody, great for catching up with a friend or to take someone on a date that you want to impress. The music and overall sound levels in there make it so conversation flows naturally. Service was on point. Our server accommodated all of our requests and took care of us very well. Huge kudos there! The food overall was good albeit either very salty or not salty enough. The mapo tofu and sweet and sour soup I found to be overwhelmingly salty. The mapo tofu in particular I had to eat with a healthy spoonful of rice to endure the saltiness. Sesame noodles and jellyfish salad were very bland in my opinion and I felt like I needed extra sauce or salt for those. Prices are on the higher end but along the lines of what you would expect for a higher end restaurant in Downtown Denver. read more
Pig and tiger offers a gorgeous upscale Taiwanese influenced meal in Denver. Allergen and gluten free markings make ordering a breeze and the mocktails had us talking about them hours later! We ordered half the menu but the standouts had to be the crispy potatoes ( if you are not a salt lover these are not for you- but we love a salty dish), the charred broccoli, the chili wontons, and the chocolate marquise. If you get one thing it would need to be the chocolate marquise that combines a gluten free chocolate mouse that feels more like a brownie with black sesame and ice cream. This dish made my entire night and left us so incredibly satisfied. Add this to your list! Definitely use resy to ensure you get a table! read more
A friend and I came here for an early reservation right after work and were seated right away. It was packed by the time we left. It has a cool, dark vibe. Our server was very friendly and walked us through the menu and gave recommendations. We each got cocktails and shared three different dishes. They were all good, but some of it was too spicy for me. read more
Really cute vibe, service was prompt and kind. We showed up at 5 on the dot when they opened with no reservation and it was seemingly easy to get in. It didn't start filling up until like 6-6:30. Overall, the food was a bit underwhelming for me. I will admit that I'm not familiar with Taiwanese food so maybe it was spot on for what is traditional but I personally like more flavor in my dishes. (1) Chili Wontons: now these were amazing. I would come back over and over just for these! A hint of spice but super fresh. I was turned off by reading it has shrimp inside because I was worried it would be fishy and it was not (2) Pork Belly Bao: really nice presentation but the pork belly was a bit tough. (3) Mapo Tofu: I love tofu and mushrooms but the flavoring was just a bit light for me. Maybe this is more traditional but I would have preferred more pungent flavors. Felt monotonous overtime eating it. (4) Pesto Noodles: I didn't actually order this as I don't love pesto but my friend did. She said it was pretty good but I also thought it was light on flavor. My biggest disappointment was the wine program. Everyone likes different things but I tried 3 different reds and I did not prefer any of them. I ended up with the margarita cocktail which ended up being the highlight. It had earl grey tea in it and it was phenomenal. I'd come back for happy hour and snacks but not necessarily on my own accord read more
9 months ago
This place is very cute! It's a great place to share items and the dimly lit interior sets the mood for date nights. Make a reservation or you might not get in! We got seats at the bar as that is open seating. The food was so good I will definitely be back. Staff was friendly and attentive! read more
5 months ago
7 months ago
Incredible service, delicious, fresh & unique flavors and a beautiful interior. We hadn't found an Asian restaurant we loved in Denver until we found Pig & Tiger. My go-to is the Cold Sesame Noodles. We also for the Vegetable Dumplings & Braised Pork Rice. Dining done right. read more
11 months ago
Our supper club had been awaiting the opening of Pig and Tiger, and I must admit as I work in the area, that I was particularly curious to see whether this spot would be a hit. We went not too long after opening, and even though it was early days, the staff did an excellent job and the dishes were well executed. The environment was also welcoming. We tried some unique cocktail renditions, a couple featuring sorbet and ice cream float additions. They also offer a limited selection of the usual suspects, wine, beer, and also soft drinks and tea. We began the meal with Crispy Potatoes, which were a real textural exploration. Strong recommend! On a similar, but very different note, we also had the Jellyfish Salad. (I may have persuaded the group on this one, but I found it really tasty and well done.) Next came the Chili Wontons. No real complaints, but given other variants of these elsewhere, I would've been fine skipping these. We ordered the Saucy Pork Noodle, which came with a rich and satisfying ragu. (This would make a thoroughly enjoyable stand alone item for those dining solo...note to self she said.) We also tried the Pork Belly Buns, which were served assembly style. If I were to do that dish again, I would consider adding an extra bao bun to make the fun last. The LA Beef Roll I wasn't really all that invested in initially, but I was surprised just how impressive it proved to be. The two preparations were handled perfectly, and honestly, I couldn't stop eating the tongue. The best I've ever had. The tortillas made for the perfect bite. After all of that, the Fried Chicken we had ordered arrived....I think at that point, we had lost some steam, so maybe my opinion of it would've been better earlier in the evening. I found the larger pieces harder to navigate, and ended up primarily eating bites of all chicken/no batter, or all batter/no chicken. I think my tablemates enjoyed it more, but I will say there is a lot of white pepper in this dish, so if you're a weirdo like me and have complicated white pepper feelings, this may not be the dish for you. We got a side of the charred broccoli to go with the chicken, but given the preparation of the rice, that did not seem as necessary as previously thought; the broccoli was more rich than light in terms of seasoning. Finally...finally...dessert! We had the Chocolate Marquise--a rich black sesame chocolate wonder, with crunchy granola bits and a very punchy ginger sorbet. I *really* did not need to eat dessert, but I had zero regrets once I tasted it. Amazing. If you're still reading this novella, I will conclude by saying there is definitely variation in the size of these shareable dishes and honestly, on the pricing. I wasn't entirely sure what to make of some of it initially, and was reticent to order as much as we did. I think having experienced it, it made more sense, but I would definitely recommend coming with a group if you want to try things. It would be great in the future if the fried chicken or pork belly buns for example didn't require ordering a large format platter. read more
1 year ago
It was serendipitous that we tried Pig & Tiger on day 2 of service in their new location. I mean it was within walking distance from our hotel, there were reservations available (via RESY), and somehow I randomly found out about this new Taiwanese inspired spot! Let me preface that - we came in full from a happy hour and left even more full but no regrets!!! Marissa, our server, was so nice & helpful. Super attentive. We had the: * Jellyfish Salad: flavors were awesome - had cucumbers, carrots, Fresno chilis. They also cut the jellyfish into bite sizes (vs the jellyfish salad of my childhood which was like fettuccine and difficult to eat and bite). If you haven't had jelly fish salad before, it's not fish or fishy at all. It's mostly a texture thing but this is so balanced with the other elements that it's super accessible! * Crispy Potatoes: I'm going to think about this ketchup chili crisp for a while. Like what! Delicious and perfectly smashed potatoes. It also had a ginger scallion chili situation happening. Delish. * Taiwanese Fried Chicken - unlike the giant cutlet in Taiwan, this is served as fried breast, drum stick, 2 wings with a generous side of chicken fat rice. The rice was so homey and comforting - some ginger, some bokchoy. Perfect. But okay the chicken - perfectly crunchy!! I was really stuffed at this point. Could maybe use a smidge more white pepper but I mean was so thrilled with the side of orange hot honey that I almost didn't notice. I will say that eating this with chopsticks was not possible, so I used my hands. * Jade Noodle with added Taiwanese Sausage - the only dish I wouldn't order again. The individual components were so good - like the fresh Q bouncy noodles, the Taiwanese sausage, the baby zucchini. But I really don't know what Taiwanese pesto is and it was way too tangy for my liking. * Shaved Ice: ok we almost skipped this because we were so full but I'm glad I listened to my second dessert stomach. This was lovely. A pineapple bao bing (but TikTok style where they freeze the whole fruit and grate it!) but with a beautiful almond and jujube crumble. But the almond panna cotta!!!! For my fellow American TWs, it's indeed xing ren dou fu (杏仁豆腐). I haven't had it in so so long so this was comforting. Hoping to see Pig & Tiger the next time we're back in CO. They're going to add Taiwanese Breakfast too!!! read more
2 months ago
6 months ago
Great new Taiwanese restaurant in five points! Most of the dishes appear to be more elevated and Taiwanese inspired rather than traditional but that makes for incredible unique and delicious dishes. I tried both the pork noodles and Taiwanese fried chicken and would recommend both. These were 2 heavier dishes and more than enough food for 2 people. The chicken came with the most delicious duck fat rice and hot honey for drizzling on top. It was fried to perfection and well seasoned. The pork noodles were perfectly chewy with a delicious pork ragu and the light veggies on top perfected the dish. Prices are what is expected for similar restaurants to this. The ambience was great and service was friendly and attentive. The neighborhood itself was not the greatest and I would recommend parking on welton st rather than California Ave. Would love a happy hour menu for some discounted items read more
Amazing service, lighting, and music. THE FOOD: briny, saucy, salty, flavorful. Everything you'd expect from a Taiwanese inspired restaurant. The rice, dumplings, and buns were my favorite! Noodles good too but those 3 were the best. ALL the cocktails were good. Thank you Darren and team for creating an awesome atmosphere. will be back and highly recommend! read more
9 months ago
Great great spot. The moment I walked in I was greeted and taken care of - I felt completely comfortable, what a wonderful space. I was just a plus 1. Sat at the bar and then met my 'host ' San for the nite - she was phenomenal. The gorgeous thinly sliced tofu salad to the warm ragu noodles were amazing. And oh me goodness that black tea old fashion might be the star. read more
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2200 California St
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Curtis Park, Northwest
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