This is a review for takeout. It was our first time trying the spot since it transitioned from Cho Lon, which I loved. We ordered General Cho's dumplings (4 dumplings) and shrimp pad Thai, and the total was $38.70 . There is a 20% service fee which doesn't feel great when you're getting takeout and not actually being served. Anyway, high prices aside, the food was just ok. The dumplings were good, and the pad Thai was not what we were expecting. There was essentially no peanut flavor, and tasted more like pad see ew. There was one strong flavor, and no room for any of the other flavors (like the shrimp, noodle, or veg) to come through, even after squeezing the lime. Glad to have a locally owned restaurant in the neighborhood, but wasn't impressed and likely will not return. read more

Delicious, modern Asian food with a nod to classical European cooking. My wife and I ordered most items on the happy hour menu. We shared French Onion Soup Dumplings, General Cho's Soup Dumplings, Shrimp Cake Bao Buns, Pork Belly Bao Buns, Kaya Toast, Autumn Squash Dumplings, Salt & Pepper Calamari, Korean Hot Fried Chicken Slider, and Kimchi Fried Rice with Pork Belly. Some items blew me away more than others. What stood out the most to me were the General Cho's Soup Dumplings, Shrimp Cake Bao Buns, and Kaya Toast. Service was well-paced and our server was kind. We went early on a Sunday and we were the only ones in the restaurant until we nearly left. So the ambiance for us during that time was quiet and warm. read more

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Great service and vibe! 5 I always really enjoy their unique Xiao long bao with French onion soup! 4 Everything else se tried was a bit of a miss. 1 For the cucumber appetizer it wasn't a well balanced flavor, and their green onion pancake texture was almost more of a sopapilla. I thought their options were a bit better when they were Cholong, and their kids options, the tempura was delicious. Overall it's a very different than traditional Chinese food in terms of taste and texture. While I enjoy fusion food, other than the French onion bao, these interpretations at this price point were not for us. read more

Modern, cozy place! The food is amazing, drinks were so good and dessert was delicious! Staff were friendly and welcoming. read more

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On our way to Denver Int'l Airport, we stopped at Cholon for an early dinner. They have to locations - downtown and Central Park. We arrived during happy hours, so please to try dishes at a discount. The service was very friendly and atmosphere clean and "modern." The dishes we ordered were tasty, especially the pork belly bao. This I'll have to try to make myself since it was so delicious. However the soup dumplings (aka xiao long bao), even though they were a colorful red, were not enough - only two for $7. Other restaurants serve 10 for $15. I would've given 5 stars if not for this reason and recommend they increase the quantity per order. read more

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Enjoyed the $16 Bento Box + Drink Lunch deal at YumCha in EastBridge today. Was sizable & delicious. Can't wait for their Patio to open for the season! read more

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Two stars for now, but I would like to try it again. Nice ambience. I don't mind the service model since they are very upfront about what to expect. The cocktail menu was fun and a few dollars less per drink than I see at other comparable restaurants. The food, however, needs work--so salty and greasy. The lemongrass shrimp were not actually shrimp, but deep fried shrimp meatballs. The Ruben spring rolls were expected to be greasy, but whoa. And the General Cho soup dumplings were so salty that I literally couldn't swallow mine. I appreciate the ingenuity of the menu items but the execution needs improvement. We'll try it again in a month and I hope to update this review. read more

Have to start with the most important part of our experience- our server Colin and bartender Jen. Hilarious, charismatic, seriously gave us the best restaurant experience we've had in a long time. Give them both a raise. The AYCE soup dumplings are delicious, sake options are fantastic, will be going back mainly for Colin and Jen but to also try some of their regular menu food and cocktails! Also let it be known that a service charge is set so that the restaurant can legally take some of that money/so they don't charge as much for the food. The servers only see about 40% of that service charge so to all the people complaining, you actually WILDLY under tipped your server :) read more

If you've long wondered what Cholon means, wonder no more- it translates to "big market" in Vietnamese and is named after the largest Chinese-influenced market in Saigon. If you have dined in both locations, you will note that the dishes are familiar but with an exciting twist. Hence, the modern asian delineation. This second location in the Central Park area is sparsely decorated but classy. You can't miss the ceiling in the dining room. What's exciting, too, is the team is going to be joined by dim sum chef from @lonsymensma's NY days. Executive Chef Michelle Xiao will be showcasing her dim sum expertise! She comes with over 30 years of dim sum experience! I can't wait to go back! Congratulations Chef Lon Symensma and business partner Christopher Davis-Massey for another exciting adventure! Great food, awesome staff and wonderful host and owner Chef Lon Symensma! read more

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It's been awhile since we've been in a decided to stop in for an early dinner during happy hour. So glad we did! We started with the spicy margaritas which we really tasty. We also really enjoyed the Brussel Sprouts and the French Onion Soup Dumplings. Hand rolls were also good. Our server was excellent and we look forward to coming back again soon. read more

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One of the best food experiences I have enjoyed since moving to Denver, ChoLon's rocked, combining an elite menu with exceptional customer service. Located in Central Park, this restaurant shares a large parking lot with other businesses, and would never have issues. They offer takeout and reservations. I grabbed a reservation via Monica, and we were pleasantly greeted at the door. The atmosphere is outstanding, with just the right amount of lighting. The staff effectively set the tone for a visit. They separate their food options into "small bites," which can be shared as dinner choices or appetizers, and "large plates," which are good-sized main dishes that can either be an individual portion or an excellent family-style selection. Here is where ChoLon excelled and separated themselves. Our server, Jung, was elite, taking time to explain the menu to first-timers, and at the same time, he was mentoring a new staffer. Flawless presentation with a great feel for the menu and superlative interpersonal skills, helping us make some choices with solid guidance. Our order was bigger than normal, but we were already enamored with this place. Selected four Small Bites and one Large Plate, and they were all terrific! Kaya Toast - unique tasting toast with coconut jam and egg drop, the fabulous explosion of flavor, and great advice to dip the toast all the way into the concoction. Wow. My favorite part of a great meal! Wagyu Beef - four skewers that were delicious and served with a spicy Hong Kong sauce that was so good. French Onion Dumplings - another unique dish that was yummy and full of taste. Just be careful when piercing into the dumplings. Scallion Pancakes - so very good, served with a caramel yogurt sauce and incredibly good, Large Plate was Miso Glazed Salmon with Baby Bok Choy and Cucumber Jicama, and it was absolutely incredible! A rare combination of spectacular food and flawless customer service, without question, we are returning! read more

YumCha Beer Garden - Asian Fusion Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We've always enjoyed Chef Lon's concepts and the Beer Garden is no exception! Sat on the patio and there was lots of shade. We like the casual picnic tables. We had great service and the staff checked in often with us. We loved our dim sum choices and it all came out fast and hot. There are some solid beer choices that we enjoyed, too. We'll be back for sure! read more

Great spot for happy hour. Food was tasty and service was good. A good casual date spot

I've been waiting to try this place for over a year, and it definitely exceeded the hype. We decided to try out Denver Restaurant Week so we could try a couple of things. The dinner was the perfect amount for two people and I left feeling so satisfied. I could eat an absurd amount of those French onion soup dumplings, no joke they are one of the best things I've ever put in my mouth. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, some really cool architecture and really cozy/inviting lighting. We came back for the bottomless soup dumpling night and it was unreal. All you can eat dumplings left me feeling unbelievably satisfied. Our server was working hard and made sure we got as many dumplings as our heart desires. We tried an array of cocktails, all of which were amazing. And the new crème brûlée dessert is also a must try. read more

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Denver Resturant week ended today, March 10, 2024. We don't always manage to partake. But, this year, after spending the last 7 weeks somewhat housebound due to knee replacement surgery, I said we are going. I checked a few menus for some favorite restaurants. The choice was ChoLong Modern Asian in Central Park. Obviously, a lot of others thought the same thing. Every day and time that I tried in the Open Table reservation site was filled. Finally we got one for tonight.. The selections for Small Plates were quite varied. Pot Sticker, egg rolls, soup dumplings-both the French Onion variety and the General Tao, Kaya Toast, and many more. You could choose four items. For Main course, again the selection was vast. We ordered the pork vindaloo, and for an up charge, the Mailaysian Noodles. Both dishes we as good as we have ever had them. A most unique dessert item are the donut rounds, sugar coated and served with a scoop of mocha ice cream. A perfect sweet bite to finish off this wonderful meal was enjoyed. As we finished and were chatting with our server, I asked when the patio was going to open. To my total shock and surprise, she told us that ChoLon CP as were know it, is closing after tonight. There will be remodeling and another Yum Cha will be there instead. We have eaten at the downtown Yum Cha several times and the food is excellent. The biggest difference, I guess, I the overall atmosphere. Instead of an upscale restaurant, Yum Cha is more like "drop in for a small bite and a drink." (Or so I understand it.) There will be new ChoLon at Sloan's Lake in west Denver. It will be in the building Boat House. So, there you have it. We were so glad that we were able to drive just 15 minutes from our Aurora home and get to Central Park area. We certainly will give a try to the new Yum Cha in two months. By then, the patio will be open and we can still enjoy both varieties of soup dumplings. As always, tonight's service was outstanding. The hustle and bustle of a busy time was still and enjoyable occasion. read more

Read on some sites that we had to try the French onion soup xlbs as the one thing to eat in Denver. So we came for lunch before an afternoon flight home and had a great time! Food was all tasty, ambience very classy, and a great way to end our vacation. They ran out of French onion soup xlbs (strange if that's the specialty!), we're out of kaya, and it's all pricey, but still a very nice experience. read more

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Came in to check out things before my family came to visit as there were going to be a lot of us. Sadie, the bartender, was amazing. Super friendly!! Old Saigon was delicious!! Spoke with Jeffrey, the manager, as well. Came in with my family and everyone was so great and accommodating. Jeffrey and Sadie remembered me from the previous day. The cheese curds were my favorite!! A lot of others got the noodle bowl and said it was amazing! Thank you all for a tremendous job! read more

Wow! We had a new server and he was FANTASTIC! The service is incredible on all levels. The food here is phenomenal. All of the dumplings are handmade. My favorite was the French Onion Dumpling. Their entrees can easily be split for two but all of the shareable and entrees could be shared with the whole table family style. We cannot wait to come back here. read more

An innovative twist on Asian food - Cholon never fails to surprise. I've been for both weekend dim sum and for happy hour and it's great food all around. Their most iconic dish is the French onion soup dumpling - make sure to get 1 order for each person, it's going to be a favorite! My favorite breakfast drink is the Vietnamese iced coffee martini - so delicious! You can make a reservation on opentable (with a CC on file). I have just shown up before and it's not too hard to get a table. Can't wait to go back! read more

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This place has great soup dumplings! Highly recommend a visit and trying the French onion soup dumplings.

The place was so quiet on a Wednesday night that they sent the sushi guy home early. That was a bit of a bummer, because I would have tried the hatch chili hamachi! I'd say there's always next time, but I dont think we'll be back. The good: Staff is friendly, I really enjoyed my cocktail (Old Saigon), and the kaya toast was delicious and unlike anything else I've ever had. It's sweet and savory, and just delightful. We also enjoyed the house starter of papadam with a spicy dipping sauce. The okay: The tofu bao buns were fine. I've had more flavorful bao before. Staff were kind enough to sub the shrimp in the Stir-Fried Malaysian Noodles out for tofu, but the dish was just okay. Pieces of noodle seemed burnt at the edges, and while the egg absorbed a lot of tasty flavor (and oil), the rest of the dish lacked that taste bud-pleasing punch. The bad: The scallion pancakes were dry, and while the caramelized yogurt was a creative choice of dipping sauce, I don't think it's actually better than a more typical soy-based sauce. My husband said his Wagyu beef skewers were greasy, and he wouldn't recommend them. read more

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This place will not last! Went in last night for the first time with friends and it was super disappointing. Half of the restaurant is blocked off making it feel cramped. They have tacky signs saying you have to order at the bar. They're out of so many items, just blamed distributors, and refused to offer any substitutions or discounts. They didn't offer us plates so I went up and got our own disposable "boats". You have to get your own water and it's out of a damn bucket. The cherry on top is another tacky sigh saying they automatically charge 19% as a "service" fee. Such a joke read more

Keep the kitchen open. Walked in about 6:30 and they said the kitchen just closed. If your hours on your website do not reflect when I can eat there, be more specific on your website. read more

I had an amazing dinner at ChoLon and would definitely recommend for locals as well as visitors! I was fortunate enough to have a curated menu where I had the opportunity to try 4 appetizers/small bites, a couple of options for both second and thirds course and a couple of desserts as well. Everything was outstanding...so much so that I really had to pace myself during the meal. Some of the standouts were the French Onion soup dumplings (which others told me they would dream about), Indonesian fried rice and seasonal sorbet (dragon fruit), but every item was delicious and a great experience. We were well taken care of throughout the meal and I loved the opportunity to dine here. read more

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Very cute restaurant in Central Park Denver. The inside is quaint and elegant. Decorated very beautifully and the aesthetics and lighting are perfect for a date night. The service was impeccable. Staff was very attentive and helpful. Provided great menu options based on our preferences. As for the food, everything was amazing. The calamari was thick and flavorful -- seasoned very well. Wagyu skewers were tender and juicy. The Mongolian noodles were flavorful. I added chili oil and sambal to add some spicyness to it. As for the drinks, the 36 chambers was very good. The sesame oil added an extra subtle kick that I wasn't expecting. I'd highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Since 20% is automatically added to your bill the service was horrible. Our server barey check on us, got our order wrong.

Well what can I say? Cholon Central Park really is the shiz. I had an amazing meal here and cannot wait to come back. The difference between Central Park and the original is they offer sushi which was super tasty. So I would recommend any of the rolls we tried that night. But it's really hard for me to decide what I liked best because everything was so dang delicious. Now if you were to twist my arm and force me to pick; begrudgingly I would and probably say the chicken because omg was it perfectly cooked, so juicy and the breading was amazingly flavorful but I don't want to have to choose favorites if I don't have to! I also really especially liked the Korean Bo Ssam Pork as it was so dang juicy after being slow cooked and just literally melted apart when breaking it up with a fork. Truly magical. But I also loved the stir fried Malaysian noodles and the little kick of heat that they brought. And of course you have to also start with some soup dumplings because that is what they are known for and there's a reason why. they are wonderful. I cannot and really mean CANNOT wait to bring the husband back here to try all the amazing things because you honestly cannot go wrong with a single thing on the menu. I recommend you actually just try it all because you won't be disappointed. Go big or go home. read more

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Great spot for happy hour. Servers were attentive, food was tasty and prepared reasonably quickly.

Monday all day happy hour?! What?! Yes please! This place is fire Must haves (in this order): The Kaya toast (omgggg) French onion soup dumplings The pork buns The scallion pancake with salmon Both happy hour drinks (the marg and the grapefruit thing) are good. Vibe was awesome. Service was awesome. Wifi was awesome. read more

Overall this was an enjoyable dining experience with some fun twists on classic dishes, and a few novelties that I've not had before. As others have said, the dining room is beautiful and the hostess was very friendly. Our waitress was very nice as well, but she warned that everything would be served when ready. Given that this is a small plate/tapas style menu, I wanted the flexibility to order everything, but have our waitress course things appropriately. Lately this seems to be a big ask of restaurants and some seem put off by it. Our waitress did understand and largely got it right. Cocktails were all great, and everybody enjoyed. I had the "Old Saigon", delicious, and only wished it had a bit more Thai Basil flavor. The Crimson Daiquiri and Full Moon Margaritas were also enjoyed. We knew we had to try the famous French Onion Soup Dumplings, which were good, they tasted like traditional dish. We were politely warned to wait 4 minutes so not to burn ourselves, but a soup spoon was not provided, and when we asked, were told that they did not have them. This makes eating the dish a little odd. Crab Rangoon purses were beautiful and delicious, but the scallion pancakes had an unusual pastry and did not have much scallion flavor for my liking. Thai brussel sprouts were a hit with a big hit of kaffir lime flavor. The stir fried Malaysian noodles were tasty, but had very few noodles and was largely bean sprouts, this was the least enjoyed dish. I finished with the Vietnamese coffee which was delicious, but the portion was very small, and I could have drank 3 at least! If you are looking for something a little different and willing to take some misses with the hits, then give Cholon a try. read more

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The food was actually pretty good, but the service was terrible. Waited forever to be seated even though it was mostly empty. They were out of the tea we ordered so the waitress said she just squeezed some lemon into a different kind...? What should have been an hour long situation turned into 2 hours because no one would come back and give us a check. They add a 20% service fee and then specify that it isn't considered a tip, so please tip as well. For what? Seems like the good reviews are mostly from when it was Cholon and not the new place. For now, it's a downgrade. Also, maybe get rid of the booth stacked with dining chairs "hidden" by a wooden screen. read more

We visited Cholon, Central Park over the weekend and I couldn't wait to check it out; this was my first time dining at the Central Park location. Cholon has my death row meal and trust me when I say there is nothing like their French Onion Soup Dumplings (we frequent the location in Denver). We arrived at Cholon, Central Park and were seated in the main dining room. The aesthetic of the restaurant was unique & nautical with wood framing resembling waves, blue seating, and circular wood accented chandeliers. The staff was professional and friendly - General Manager, Monica and Server, Oliva took great care of us and made sure our lunch ran smoothly. We also got to meet Marketing department heads Samantha and Tyler who were both lovely. The Central Park Cholon location offers several different menu items than the downtown location such as sushi and several large plates. During our visit, there was even a sushi making class going on in the bar. Ross and I started off our lunch with Earl Grey Tea. The flavor profile of the black tea blend was a combination of bergamot, florals and lemony citrus. For small plates we (of course) each had our own order the French Onion Soup Dumplings made with gruyere cheese. Each dumpling order came with four dumplings served in bamboo steamers. We let the French Onion Soup Dumplings dumplings sit for about 5 minutes to cool. Once cooled, I delicately grabbed a dumpling withy my chopsticks and popped the heavenly dim sum piece into my mouth. Upon first bite, the chewy dough gave way to hot French onion soup broth and melty gruyere cheese - a savory symphony and a must order. The General Cho's Soup Dumplings were made with chicken. These doughy pockets of deliciousness were bursting with glossy broth and flavor charged with bold spice (much spicier than the french onion). A must order. The Crystal Edamame Dumplings were made with chili-ponzu and green apple (a seasonal menu item). These dumplings had a bouncy texture and the crystal edamame filling was granular yet fluffy. They were much lighter in substance than the French onion and General Cho's dumplings. A must order. The Stir Fry was made with wagyu beef and vegetables. This stiry fry was forward in soy sauce and had nice lingering heat on the tongue. The garlic and black pepper in the stir fry complemented the meaty flavor of wagyu beef and bright vegetables. The crisp bok choy had a good snap in texture against the chew of the meat. The Tempura Chicken Sliders were served with spicy aioli. The sliders were great and we loved that they were tempura fried. This made for perfectly textured chicken - crispy and light on the outside yet juicy in the middle. For dessert we had the Kaya Creme Brulee made with white pepper crumble and soy ice cream. This asian inpsired creme brulee was so unqiue and we loved it. It was a sweet, custardy spread with a warm nutty topping. The dessert had a faint taste of coconut. The soy ice cream was thick and cold against the warm vanilla custard - 10/10. read more

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This place has the best cuisine and service around! The cuisine is so excellent that I am at a loss for words. Without a doubt, you must go!

ChoLon puts a fun twist on a variety of dishes you may or may not recognize. Their staff is both enthusiastic about the food there and attentive to their tables. I had an amazing experience! My favorites: - The Kaya toast is WOW. They smeared delicious sweet coconut jam on pieces of toast that you dip into a savory egg emulsion. The combo leaves you with a sweet and peppery after taste. Apparently this dish is not for everyone, but everyone should definitely try it. We were told it's inspired by a common breakfast in Singapore. - The tofu bao bun was also a favorite. The hoisin sriracha sauce is SO good, though the bun is on the sweeter side - The Pimm Spritz was SO delicious Honorable mentions - The butternut squash dumplings are rich, delicious and kind of explode with flavor - The French onion soup dumpling is honestly just FUN. It's kind of wild to see what is clearly a dumpling end up tasting like French onion soup Would skip next time: - The scallion pancakes. I love scallion pancakes and these were made a little different in a crustier dough. The flavors were kind of there but this one didn't hit the mark for me - The Korean fried chicken. In pictures this looks like a thick piece of chicken but once I bit into it, it was a lot more fried dough than meat so I wouldn't order this again. Overall really enjoyed this experience! If you're going in the winter avoid sitting at the tables closest to the door and request that in your reservation. read more

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Honestly, we're pretty bummed they changed from Cholon to this. The menu is pretty limited and our favorite items are all gone. I had hoped this was just because they were just getting things going after the relaunch (only one desert option?) but it looks like this is what they plan to have on offer. Note- most of the positive reviews are from before they changed concepts so make sure go to the YumCha website to see the actual menu to make sure it's what you're looking for. read more

Midweek dinner date at Cholon Stapleton this week! This place is super pretty and has that rustic yet classy vibe! Came in for early dinner only to realise they had happy hour - gave us an excuse to order everything on the menu! Husband and I, both had 2 drinks each and 5 appetisers :O Our server , Marjorie was delightful - sweetest server with such amazing recommendations! I have so many favourites here, one visit is not enough to satiate your taste buds! The French onion cheese soup dumplings (what the hell! So tasty), pork Bao buns and Kara toast were few of my favourites! Definitely coming back to try other things on their menu! What an amazing find this restaurant is! I am in awe of this place! If you visit Cholon and don't have the soup dumplings consider your visit wasted (jk jk) - everything here will blow your taste buds! read more

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Amazing food, drinks, and service! My favorite large plate was the noodles with Wagyu and my favorite small plates were the spring rolls and soup dumplings! I highly recommend everything everywhere all at once cocktail, and definitely make a reservation! read more

Wow, The smell when we first walked in was gross. The smell of Sewage was disgusting... We were the ONLY people in the bar or dining room area.It is beautiful place. Don't get me wrong, it had nothing to do with the place itself. Now, the service on the other hand was lacking to say the least. The Bartender had no personality whatsoever. When we first sat down... it took him a few minutes. But then... All he asked was do you want some water... we said yes. And then he walked away... We were just sitting there.. We had to ask for drinks imagine that!!! At a Bar!!! Never asked if we wanted to order food?? Just stood there and was just staring???? If I Bartended like that, I would be fired... No small talk or any Talking for that matter... read more

Food and service. Great. Dumplings, calamari, rolls for lunch very filling. Cocktails recommended by bar tender not too sweet. Would return if in the area. read more

Been here a few times already and the last time was during restaurant week. This place is always a good vibe, always bringing the unique dishes to light. I love their spin on Asian dishes, even though it isn't the traditional way of cooking. Traditional isn't always the best, sometimes reinventing dishes make them better. First, I must say that the staff here is amazing. They definitely are in the top 5 in my book for excellent service. They are all so attentive and so nice. I would ask for recommendations and what they've recommended was always good. We arrived a little early for restaurant week and I didn't expect them to seat us at that time. But they were so accommodating and we got a seat right away. this awesome service alone sets a good tone for the meal to be a good one. I feel that ChoLon's vibe mainly caters to the younger, hipster type crowd. But I have seen all walks of life in this restaurant. It does tend to get a bit loud but I don't mind it. We are still able to talk and hear ourselves. Hell, I was even able to listen to meetings while I supposedly was working(Sorry Boss!). Parking was pretty easy. They share a parking lot with King Soopers and other restaurants but we never had a hard time finding parking. Drinks here are pretty good. They offer unique twists to cocktails that are worth trying all. I will say that drinks are slightly overpriced, but that's the alcoholic in me talking. I do like how they change up their drink menu often. Their creativity in the drinks they serve is never lacking. Their food menu also changes often. And their restaurant week menu showcased what they have to offer well. We ordered French Onion Soup Dumplings, the General Cho's Soup dumplings, Scallion Pancakes, Wagyu Beef Skewers, Pork Belly Bao Buns, Yuzu Salmon Roll,, and the Crème Brûlée. The best plate was the French Onion Soup Dumplings. Those dumplings tasted like french onion soup from heaven in a small dumpling bite. Least favorite dish was the fried chicken. The meat was a little dry and the crust was a little hard. The crème brulee made up for it though. The sweet and saltiness of the dish was done very nicely. What I would like to see is the some of the dishes from the old Ch077. Those unique dishes and drinks was what made me a fan. read more

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