To start I've been to Japan and I live in the PNW where we do seafood and Japanese food pretty well. I had no idea Denver was the place for amazing sushi and ramen. Uncle makes me want to move to Denver! To start the ambiance is really chill and inviting with warm lighting and offers countertop as well as table seating. Our server was amazing and explained the menu well and made some recommendations that did not disappoint. We ordered way to much food but I do not regret that because I got to try so many amazing dishes. Despite ordering so many options they even brought us a chilled tofu dish complimentary (no clue why but not complaining) and it was lovely! We shared the uncle salad (amazing!), thai shrimp, eggplant buns, several different nigiri/aburi nigiri and sashimi and the toro toro and spicy tuna roll. All of the sushi was fresh and had excellent pairing of accompaniments. The only dish that I remember being a miss was the soft shell crab buns. The proportion of bun to interior was off and there was way too much mayo. Everyone got their own ramen which they seemed to love. I ordered the Veggie Khao Soi per our servers recommendation and I am still thinking about it weeks later. It was a curry/ramen mix and had big chunks of trumpet mushrooms in it and the perfect amount of spice that I love. Denverites I am jealous you have Uncle and anyone visiting make sure to add it to your list! read more

Seeking a spot to warm your hands, belly and soul? COME HERE! ...and you won't be disappointed! Wishing to slurp up homemade noodle bowls, nosh on fresh appetizers and sip on cocktails/mocktails/more? COME HERE! ....and get the spicy chicken ramen, spicy cucumbers and bao buns! Wanting a busy, yet chill vibe at any time of day? COME HERE! ...and rock out to the music while people watching! Hoping for a friendly, welcoming and helpful staff, who ensures your visit is divine? COME HERE! ...and find yourself pleased! Not feeling ramen but want to experience delicious food for a reasonable price? COME HERE! ....and try a variety of appetizers or rice dishes! MAJOR TIP: Make reservations! They can be made easy peasy, through the website and essential if you don't want to wait. Our reservation at 530 on a Friday was perfect - as even early, the place had a line out the door - for hours! All in all, COME HERE!! read more

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Uncle ramen Such a great spot for ramen! Maybe not great for large groups, but it was only a few minutes wait for our group of 3 on a Saturday night. The ramen broth was delicious with a rich flavor, and the whole dish was very filling. I'd definitely recommend the duck ramen. We also shared a plate of tonkotsu, which had perfectly fried breaded pork and a really nice light herb salad. I would definitely come back and specifically want to try the soft shell crab next time! read more

Uncle - Duck ramen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Another successful visit! Soft shell crab buns are a must if you visit! Yes the pork ones are great but these are simply delicious! Get out of your comfort zone and try something different. You will be grad you did! Service is always great and the restaurant is always welcoming and friendly! Come visit soon ;) read more

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My husband and I shared: - Fried Chinese Eggplant Bun - Fried Chicken - Spicy Chicken Ramen - Veggie Khao Soi Ramen The Chinese Eggplant bun blew me away. I'm usually not an eggplant person, but it sounded interesting and our waitress sold me on it. If you get one thing, it should be this. I also loved the sauce and unique flavor combination on the friend chicken. Between the entrees, the Khao Soi was my favorite. This didn't surprise me because it's my favorite Thai dish and I tend to like it more than traditional ramen. That being said, the spicy chicken ramen was still very good. We went on a weekday and arrived right when they open. If you do this, it's not busy at all. 10/10, highly recommend this spot for great Asian food. read more

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Most people know Uncle for their ramen (and it's fantastic), but there's so much more to love especially during their Summer Happy Hour, which runs Monday through Saturday from 5-7 PM at the Highlands location. I went recently and was honestly blown away by the variety, creativity, and flavor across the board. Some standouts: * Chinese Eggplant Bao: A sleeper hit. Crispy, tangy, and balanced. I'd come back just for this. * Chilled Tofu: I don't usually reach for tofu first, but this one was packed with flavor and super refreshing. * Romanesco: I wasn't going to order this until a staff member recommended it. Easily the best romanesco I've ever had. * Garlic Shrimp, Pork Buns, and Grilled Hanger Steak Wraps all hit the mark too. The space feels casual but thoughtful, and the service was great. If it's been a while since you've visited Uncle, now's the time to return. And if you've never been? Start with happy hour and you'll be hooked. read more

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Actual rating is maybe closer to 3.5. Overall, I would come back here for happy hour to hang out with friends. The food is solid - it just won't blow you away. They have a happy hour menu Monday thru Saturday 5-7pm that has an extensive food section that is $3 off their normal menu price. I really liked their fried chicken that has an umami sweet fish sauce glaze. Their hamachi crudo and spicy cucumber was solid as well. Pork belly bao bun was fine - I just wish the pork belly was a little more flavorful and tender. If you are getting ramen, I recommend getting the spicy chicken ramen. This broth is most similar to spicy tonkatsu with the creaminess. I was able to sub out the chicken for pork belly instead - pork belly is not melt-in-your-mouth tender but tender enough. The shoyu broth in their chashu and duck ramen is pretty mid, so I wouldn't get this unless you have low spice tolerance. Service was friendly. Only street parking, but there were plenty of spots at 6pm on a Saturday nearby - the closer spots did fill up fast though. read more

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I enjoyed this place! The atmosphere was really nice and it was cozy inside. The staff were also very nice. I liked the duck ramen I had but the broth lacked some depth in flavor even with the spice bomb. However the duck was cooked really well and was great! For the price and service i'd still highly recommend this spot read more

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I have probably dined at this location 5 times and at their other location multiple times and this is a regular spot for husband and I during winters for Ramen- which is what they're known for. This time around, we tried different things on their menu - the khao soi and the Dan Dan. I am pleasantly surprised at how good the Dan Dan was as was the khao soi! Extremely flavorful! Our absolute regular order is the soft shell crab and char sui buns! Service has always been nice! Be prepared to wait if you want to dine at this location especially on weekends. Highly recommend this Denver favorite spot! read more

Look, i'm gonna be so real. This place was fucking awesome. The broth? incredible. Staff? Knowledgeable af. The service? outstanding. But i cannot give 5/5, as i was very disappointed in their eggs :( My real reason for writing this review is selfish, as I think traditionally prepared, marinated eggs would bring this place to the next level! I know it sounds silly, but you guys gotta understand... this ramen.... it's incredible. But yet, I have found myself choosing other ramen places over this one because of their eggs. I wish I could bring my own marinated egg to Uncle, because that's really all it's missing! Jokes aside, I hope this might be considered so I don't have to sneak an egg in! (just kidding) What do you think, Uncle? read more

A light pork and chicken broth with duck, arugula, corn and a poached egg ramen! Super great for a cold windy day in Denver. It was a decent bowl of ramen but the arugula was a bit bitter for me! I'd definitely go back to try a few other dishes though. My friend is allergic to all legumes and the server took his time to check with the kitchen and marked all the foods to avoid for her. We loved how attentive they were and they were constantly coming back to fill our waters for us. Will be one of our stops to visit whenever we're back in Denver again. read more

Uncle - Duck ramen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The food there is amazing! My go to is the spicy chicken. It is always constant and delicious. I like to order extra noodles, because I like a lot of noodles. Make reservations! Both Uncle's now take reservations! Or get there by 4:45 or you'll be waiting! Take out orders are also very popular! The community tables are tight. To make it better they should take out two chairs, one on each side read more

Love Uncle. Such a cozy & happy atmosphere. Delicious food the ramen is always outstanding. We tried the new happy hour hamachi & it was delightful. We love the spicy chicken and the chasu ramens too. Sitting at the bar with a giant bowl of delicious ramen takes me back to Japan. Awesome spot! read more

Uncle - Chashu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Had to wait 45 mins, but there are some bars in the area to keep you busy. Crab bun was amazing. SO much flavor. Scarfed it down within a minute. My friend usually gets the pork, but he loved this. All the meat-ramen options have pork-based broth, which unfortunately I can't have, so I had to order the Thai curry ramen, and added some duck. That was also great, but I think they charged me an extra $8 for the duck, which is kinda ridiculous. Mocktail was delicious. Paid $44 for my 3 items. The appetizer cook was right in front of us, so we got to converse with her a bit, and she was chill. Ambience was bright, and authentically tightly packed haha, so you know the food's going to be good. 4.5 stars read more

Uncle - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Uncle is probably the most well-known ramen spot in Denver. It's not unlikely for people to think of Uncle first when finding a ramen spot. For as long as I've been in Denver, Uncle has had that reputation. Unfortunately, when I last visited, I was greatly disappointed. First off, the service was mediocre. We had to wait quite a while to place our orders and once we did, we weren't checked on until we were done with our meals. The seating is also a cool concept with groups of people sharing a long table, but with poor execution. The chairs were so closely spaced that the person next to me and I were constantly bumping elbows and I was barely able to get through with how closely people were spaced from table to table as well. The cocktail was great but when removing all the ice, there was maybe 3-4 sips left. The ramen was tasty but extremely salty and there was maybe 3-4 bites of duck. Overall, not impressed with the food either. I really want to like Uncle but with my last experience, I don't think I will be going back nor can I recommend it for now. read more

Uncle - Duck Ramen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Scrumptious Asian food, expediant service, and casual interior. My wife and I shared their Fired Chinese Eggplant Buns Fried Chicken, Spicy Chicken Ramen, and Veggie Khao Soi. The Fired Chinese Eggplant Buns might be my favorite preparation of eggplant. And the fried chicken was seasoned to perfection, crispy, and had a intoxicating sauce made with fish sauce and honey. Between the two broths, I preferred the Veggie Khao Soi but I also loved the Spicy Chicken Ramen which is saying something because I'm not a fan of ramen. The interior is modern with wood tables and walls accented with black metal and black tile. Service was great. They opened right on time at 5pm. We were seated immediately. The appetizers came out less than 5 minutes after we ordered food. read more

Classic! I feel like the line at Uncle has gotten shorter as the years go on, since they still don't take reservations. I've walked in for dinner on random weeknights, and I've been able to get a table or sit at the bar right away. As always in this neighborhood, come early if you're meeting others to carve out time for street parking. Usually I get the Veggie Khao Soi with side of fried tofu, but most recently this summer, I wanted to try something cold - the Hiyashi Mazemen. Sooo good and refreshing! They have a special where my partner and I could get ramen and a bottle of sake at a discounted rate. Service is great, and I love observing the chefs work their magic. read more

Delicious Ramen, great service and a cute restaurant! I tried the spicy chicken ramen and it was delicious. We tried the seasonal squash dish as well which was great! I'd recommend if you are in the mood for Ramen read more

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On 1/17/2026, I ordered 4 spicy chicken, 2 apps, 3 orders of buns, chili pork and a cashew chicken. I tipped the DoorDash driver over $50. Go figure, he shows up and doesn't have the broth for the cashew chicken. I messaged him as soon as I got the order and he said it wasn't my fault. I want the tip returned and my cashew chicken refunded. The bowls arrived cold. You have heat the broth. And not everyone in your party gets to eat since you don't receive all the food you ordered. Don't order from here and don't use DoorDash. read more

Uncle - Receipt - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Happy hour menu Uncle Highlands. 5-7pm weekdays. Cucumbers are always a standout. Also ordered the cauliflower, tofu, eggplant buns, Pad Thai, and Dan Dan noodles. Everything was exceptional Quick service with nicely timed food to give each item the chance to be enjoyed. A few small four tops and two tops and then three large community table. read more

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Being gluten free, the menu is limited but the flavor makes up for it! Noodles are subbed for white rice and not all dishes can be altered to GF. Try the green mussels. Staff is very kind and understanding of dietary restrictions. read more

Uncle - Brussels Sprout Salad - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Went here for their new summer happy hour menu (featuring items already on their menu, but perfect for the warm summer months) and I was pleasantly surprised and shocked I haven't tried these options sooner! My fav was the Chinese eggplant buns, and the chilled tofu. Not even a vegetarian, but they were sooo flavorful. Small and busy atmosphere. Service was great! read more

TLDR: The ramen was a bit pricey but very flavorful (good amount of spicy, noodles were a good texture). But I realized that in the future I'd much rather support a more authentic restaurant that pays respect towards the cultures whose food they're serving (or a minority owned restaurant). I have mixed feelings about this place. I came to Denver to visit a friend and he brought me to Uncle because he'd heard it was really good. Unfortunately, it was a last minute stop on a Thursday night and we didn't realize it'd be busy. It was actually packed, with a few parties waiting to be seated and another waiting on their to go order. We decided we'd just order for takeout. Pros: ordering was quick, the to go food came out quickly, the ambiance appeared clean and modern looking and the ramen was really good. Great broth, great amount of spicy and when I even ate the leftovers the next day it was still just as good. Cons: while I was ordering, they told me that they couldn't do the dan dan noodles or pad Thai to go and they wouldn't explain why. It seemed weird to me since those are commonly to go made dishes. The dishes were a little on the expensive side. The biggest con of this place was that I was corrected (as a Chinese person) on my pronunciation of certain dishes. That was when I realized I was the only Asian person present at this restaurant. I understand it's Denver, but being corrected on a dish that is from my culture was wild. It was low key giving Bobba. read more

Finally you can reserve a spot at this very popular noodle bar! And the wash Park addition is great! Cold noodles with sesame sauce is my go to but the ramen is great too. read more

1.5 stars if I could. Worst ramen I've ever had, and I've eaten a lot of ramen in SoCal and in Dallas. The only saving grace were the apps. We waited for about 30 minutes on a Thursday night to get seated. The restaurant is very cramped. If they seat you at the long table, be prepared to be nearly elbowing the folks next to you. Loud ambience. Service was okay. Apps were great. We got the soft shell crab and pork belly bao. The fried chicken was also perfectly spiced. A lot of Southeast Asian influence for the apps. Definitely pricy, but worth it. The ramen is a whole different story. We waited over an hour for the ramen to be served. I got the chashu ramen, and the pork belly was very soft and supple. However, the only other toppings were bean sprouts, scallions, an egg, and ARUGULA? I was already getting nervous. On first impression the broth was very thin and already separating. It tasted even worse than it looked. I've had better instant ramen broth. Either their broth is usually that bad, or I swear they just ran out and had to try to whip something up in an hour. Further salt on the wound--it's the most expensive ramen I've ever had at $19.50 a bowl. TLDR: Expensive and terrible ramen. read more

Uncle - Chashu ramen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Chashu Ramen: 4/5 the broth was good but not worth the wait, the chashu was tender, wish they had a creamy broth option. Fried quail: 4/5 difficult to eat but the vietnamese flavors from the fish sauce was addictive Pork buns: 5/5 tender pork belly with well balanced ingredients read more

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When you go to Denver absolutely do not skip out on this place. The softshell crab steam buns, spicy chicken, Ramen or the duck Ramen. I miss going to this place so much every time I'm in Denver I go here and when I lived in Denver I would go 3-5 times a week. No joke read more

This spot is popular, so get there early during the week, or be prepared to wait, as they don't take reservations. The atmosphere is casual and hip, with attentive and effective staff. The food my husband and I tried was delicious. The Chinese Eggplant Buns (two per order) were amazing: steamed buns stuffed with Fried Chinese eggplant, miso mayo, pickled plum mustard seed dressing, and cabbage slaw. The Spicy Chicken Ramen with a meat based spicy sesame broth, seared confit chicken, bean sprouts, and soft poached egg was also very tasty. The prices are higher than average, with a bowl of ramen priced at $19, and I found it a little surprising (and disappointing) to be charged extra for a small side of sauce that was suggested by our waitress. Still, Uncle is definitely worth a visit to experience their unique take on the traditional Japanese staple! read more

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One of the best noodle bars in Denver - I've been getting the khao soi and my sister always orders the spicy chicken ramen - both are unbelievable. We ordered eggplant buns and fried chicken because it was happy hour :) perfect spot for winter ramen! read more

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A new favorite place! From being greeted and seated by friendly staff, to amazing customer service, very nice people who cook your food, beautiful and clean place, and the most delicious food ever! I already can't wait till we come back and visit, loads more I want to try in the future :) read more

Uncle - fried chicken! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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It was our anniversary trip/ dinner and with the chilly weather and flu-ish feeling we were up for some ramen! The reviews did say they have a wait, 2-3 hours or a line that sometimes runs around the block, so we went to the less popular newer location instead. We did have to wait about 15-20 mins though (not too bad). When asked if we were celebrating anything, we did say our anniversary. They did sent us out a cold tofu appetiser that was delicious that we somehow would not have ordered ourselves reading the description. The place was busy, the staff was so efficient, the bao was smaller than what I've had at other restaurants, so we got the pork belly one as well as the soft shell crab one that I devoured alone( the hubs is allergic, more for me.. yay!) my husband got the chili pork ramen, that was soo spicy and felt amazing for our stuffed sinuses (I said ours coz I stole some of his). We also got the chilli bomb on the side. Which I used to spice up my chashu pork ramen. We obviously could not finish our ramens, had to pack almost half of it to go. Breakfast noods for the win! read more

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Was hopeful. But the reality is this place is just salty, pricey, and flavorless. I don't get the hype.

I tried everything but the ramen and WOW! A friend recommended this spot while I was visiting, and it was too hot to get ramen so I decided to rely on the appetizers! I was not disappointed at all! The hamachi was mind blowing and the flavors all complemented each other so well. So refreshing. If you're a crudo fan - this will not disappoint. I had to dable in their buns, so I opted for the soft shell crab. Another winner and great flavors. Lastly, I tried the grilled shrimp with sweet corn. Yea, it was messy, but boy did it pack a punch! Perfect spot for a solo date, date night, or to catch up with friends! read more

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Fried chicken appetizer. Curry something...get it with some meat. If you are lucky enough to get the waitress with two hair colors tell her I said hi, and thank you. read more

We have loved Uncle for years and recently went for a birthday. The food and service were exemplary as always! Maddie S. made the evening so special and the apps, ramen, and drinks blew us away as usual. 100/10 MUST VISIT! :) read more

Ordered take out - heats up really well, delicious leftovers. The side order of spicy sauce was a perfect addition to the veggie ramen

First of all, happy birthday, Summer Camper. We stopped in on a layover from Chicago O'Hare on our way to Cabo San Lucas. We decided to have birthday drinks at a place called uncle.!! You know I had to stop because am the ultimate uncle, call me him!!! The bartender John came out with the most phenomenal Long Island that I've ever had in my life. Summer of course had the Paloma, which was extra extraordinary. You know I had to ask John about the uncle shirt he went and checked with the manager, Jenette and oh my God they made it happen. This has been the best layer of my life. I'm gonna take a picture with these guys and we gotta make it do what it do. Stop it uncle if you're ever in Denver or anywhere else for uncle exists love peace Mr. Rob shutdown blessing. read more

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Wanted some ramen on a cloudy and rainy day and stumbled upon Uncle. Reading the reviews really got my hopes up and decided to try it. We ordered our ramen ahead of time and headed off to pick up about 20-30min later. The place is very small, the waiting area was only big enough for 3-4ppl max. As soon as you open the door you could tell it was packed, couldn't even get in. While we waited to receive our order I over heard that the wait was very long. (It was also Friday night) So if you are in a hurry or don't have have too much time to wait, I suggest you order ahead of time. Now the food. It is definitely pricey, about $18 per Ramen. We ordered a Chili Pork Ramen and the Chasu Ramen. The chili pork was okay, I didn't really like the pork flavor this one had. It didn't blow me away but I ate the whole thing so it wasn't too bad. The Chasu........BLEW MY SOCKS OFF! The pork was sooo tender, juicy and it almost melted in my mouth. I could eat this everyday for the rest of my life. We did get a spicy bomb but wasn't a fan. read more

Uncle - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Went here with a group of friends and despite there being a lot of people we were sat quickly. We started with the pork bao which was yummy but not the best I've had. For my meal, I had the Khao soi with fried tofu. I was surprised that the tofu comes on the side instead of in the dish but it still tasted good. The Khao soi was solid, again not the best I have had but still very good. Service was good besides one interaction. They also first come first serve here. read more

While not quite as "traditional" as some other ramen places, Uncle still serves up quality ramen and has become my go-to spot. This location does not take reservations and parking can be tricky, but they take your name and number for a wait list and text you when they're ready to seat you. More often than not, the wait times end up being shorter than anticipated. I've had the spicy chicken, duck, chashu - all are great and kind of depend on the mood you're in, but I usually default to the duck because I love corn in my ramen. Some apps we've tried and enjoyed are the kimchi potatoes, soft-shelled crab baos, and hanger steak (which is usually a default for us). They have several light Japanese beers and cocktails available to order. Tips: 1) If you're hungry, double noodles for $2 is totally worth it. It's actually a twice the portion and not just a little bit more. 2) Beware that the spice bomb is REALLY spicy. I ordered that my first time and only used less than 1/4 of it, and I am very tolerant with spice. 3) I love sitting at the counter and watching the cooking magic when it's just me and someone else dining in. read more

Uncle - Hangar steak - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado