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    Pepper Asian Bistro

    4.2 (831 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Daniel M.

    This place has the best tofu in the Denver Metro Area! I always order a dish with tofu and fried rice. I love how it's crispy and golden. Some other places have tofu and it's soggy when in combination. Pepper Asian's tofu is always firm and has the perfect texture. I love how close it is to my house as well. The staff is so nice and friendly. Forever my go to Asian food place. Keep making magic! :)

    Orange Chicken
    Smrithi S.

    After a morning of sightseeing, we decided on Pepper Asian Bistro for lunch. We were seated immediately, the service was friendly accommodating our large group. We got Potstickers and Chicken Satay to start. We liked both our appetizers, it was a great start to our meal. We then got Orange Chicken, Steamed Chicken with Vegetable w/ Garlic sauce, and Kung Pao Chicken. All our dishes were good, we enjoyed our meal a lot.

    Super flavorful Veggie Lo Mein
    Evan M.

    This is a great spot for Asian-American food. Every plate I've had has always hit the spot and been so delicious. I've never gotten her name, but there is one waitress here that is always infectious with her friendly demeanor, is prompt, helpful, and super accommodating. Every time I've gone, the restaurant is always clean and organized. I wish we could give half stars because this place is a 4.5 in reality, the price point just does not match the quantity/uniqueness of the food. No reason to skip this place though! A must try on Colfax!

    Green curry with tofu
    Magda C.

    Service is very good here. My green curry tofu was tasty but the sauce is way too heavy. My friend had a vegetarian Mongolian eggplant dish, it was good.

    Hot and sour soup
    Amy O.

    TRY THIS PLACE if you love Chinese, you will not regret it ! This was my Mothers Day dinner and we dined in. I absolutely loved the service we got from our waitress. She was very attentive, quick and was always there to get us refills. The food has such great flavor and comes out nice and hot! We ordered the hot and sour and egg drop soup which came out nice and hot with some green onions on top. Next, chicken fried rice, chicken lo mein and sesame chicken . Best lo mein I've had in a long time ! Fantastic rice and crispy sesame chicken. Everything was soooo good I didn't want to stop eating! Thank you all in the kitchen it was such a delicious Mothers Day meal! Will be returning very soon! I highly recommend this place!

    David G.

    When I lived in New Hampshire they had "Asian restaurants" like this! And I am always skeptical of a place that serves Hakka, Thai, Japanese. Pepper Asian serves sort of generic gloppy Cantonese uninspired dishes. You can tell when the next day the sauces congeal. I really can't say any dish was particularly good and am somewhat surprised that Yelpers gave this place such high remarks...like maybe go to a city ( Shanghai, Beijing, San Fran LA, NY) and see what really Hakka/Cantonese Cuisine is like, Sorry.

    Crispy Spring Roll, Sesame Chicken, Mongolian Beef, Fried Rice
    Stephanie C.

    I've ordered takeout from here a few times and each time I've really enjoyed my meal. Some of my favorites are the crispy spring rolls, sesame chicken, fried rice, and Mongolian beef. Good portions, quality tasting, served hot & quick delivery. I forgot to snag a good pic of all the items separately because when Chinese arrives and you're in a group - it's a free-for-all amiright??

    Crab Cheese Wontons (6) Orange Chicken Lo Mein
    Nathalie C.

    My boyfriend and I come to this place every few weeks and it never disappoints. We tend to get the sesame chicken and orange chicken with fried rice. The fried rice isn't the best thing I've ever tasted but it does the job. I love the fried spring rolls, they're always sooo piping hot and yummy. The service is always nice and they've even given us a free order of dumpling before which is very kind. One time we ordered the drunken noodles, it was good but not our cup of tea as the noodles are very thick. But that's okay I just wouldn't get it again. Overall, my verdict is visit this place if you're in the area for some yummy Chinese food.

    Calamari
    Sunu S.

    Now this is a place that you should try. Rich in flavor and a hole in the wall that rears you kindly and gives you great portions. APPETIZERS: Okay the Calamari was just incredibly crispy and delicious. They give you this yellow sauce that im not sure what it is but it is soooo good. It's incredibly savory and rich that compliments the crispy Calamari. The crab cheese wontons are the best I've had in a while. These are full of crab cheese and the skin is so crispy it just brings everything together. The texture is smooth and tastes rich in cheese but not overwhelming. You need to get either one of these when you come here. THE ORANGE CHICKEN: Hey call me basic but this orange chicken is literally one of the best I've ever had. It's one of the first orange chickens where it actually has flavors of sweet and savory orange citrus. The skin is oh so crispy yet the chicken is so soft. It's like a chicken nugget but luxury. I loved this place, I will definitely be coming here again and will not miss it for a second.

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    Pedro P.

    Fantastic find! We arrived on a Friday night and were not disappointed at all. At first, the restaurant did seem a little unorganized as we were waiting by the door for a few minutes without being acknowledged, but once they sat us down, everything fell into place. Not only was the staff attentive, they were very quick to get us waters, menus, and get our orders out. We ordered 5 entrées to share, and we were not disappointed. The food was perfectly seasoned and was so flavorful. The spicy dishes had a kick, which was nice. We did try to not go too spicy as we were all sharing, but even the "hot" level did its thing! We've been talking about this place since we left, and can't wait to come back. Also, they were playing 2000's music which really made the ambience even better! Good food and great vibes!!

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    Geffrey Q.

    Ok im gonna start off by saying Denver has a panhandling problem and we need to stop it. We are the ones responsible because we give and give. With that being said - this place was a great lunch spot until a man came in and walked up to my table and as i had my wallet out asked me for $5. I understand that since it was a seat yourself restaurant that they didn't stop him from entering. After i told him no he went to another table and started harassing them for money and yelling at them about their heritage. I advised the man at register that the man shouldnt have been allowed to be in here. Now for the food, Food was fresh tasting and delicious. The general tsos hd a different flavor then i was used to but still good. I would definitely go here again and provide a 4-5 star if they could control the panhandlers from harassing customers. My friend had the sesame chicken and said it was delicious also. The crab wontons were the best ive had. Price is $$.

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    This place has steadily slipped, food orders are always perfect and on-time but food quality is enough to go elsewhere sadly.

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    Consistent. Quick. Delicious. I've been eating here for the last decade and it's always good!

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    When they say spicy, they mean it. Skip the egg rolls, but the pot stickers and fried rice are amazing.

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    Everything I've ever ordered there is just so fresh and delicious the best hot and sour soup you can get anywhere hands-down!

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    Great portions and nice staff! Nice spot for to go. Loved the fried rice. Two entries were enough for 2 with leftovers!

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    Delicious and highly recommend to everyone we will be going back soon and with friends of course !

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    The food is amazing and the service is great. Really enjoy peppers. I would recommend having the Pad Thai or Penang curry. So good!

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    Ask the Community - Pepper Asian Bistro

    Do they take Reservations?

    Reservations are not required, at least I've never experienced it. They can be very busy Thursday-Sunday evenings. Calling ahead is a good idea, especially if its a larger group (more than 4).

    Do they have party trays?

    Yes, you can order party trays. I did a year ago with the Potstickers and the Chicken Satay. Both were a hit, especially the Chicken. Love this eatery.

    What hours are they open?

    Typically 10pm but website shows 9:30pm on Sunday. May be earlier when slow or holidays.

    Are the portion sizes for lunch and dinner different or is it just the price?

    Yes, portion sizes are different.

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    If you're lucky enough to have Helen as your server at Gyu-Kaku, you're in for a treat. She struck…read morethe perfect balance of being attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without being pushy, and genuinely warm the entire evening. Service like hers is becoming rare, and it made a fantastic meal even better. As for the food--wow. Everything we ordered was packed with flavor, cooked perfectly, and impossible to stop eating. We kept saying "just one more bite" until suddenly we had cleaned nearly everything off the table. By the time we left, I wasn't walking out so much as rolling out, completely stuffed and ridiculously happy. Excellent food, exceptional service, and a memorable night thanks to Helen. Highly recommended.

    I came to Gyu-Kaku for a solo birthday dinner, though I imagine the experience is even better with…read morea group. The service and atmosphere felt comparable to a visit I had at one of their NYC locations. I was specifically there for the A5 Wagyu Kalbi Short Rib slices. At $59, this is likely best shared and supplemented with other cuts. Since it was a special occasion, I ordered one plate, then decided on a second since I was still hungry. There was a noticeable delay, and when it arrived, I was told it is usually limited to one per party, but they made an exception that night. I appreciated that, though I probably would have been fine stopping after the first plate. I paired it with rice and salt-seasoned edamame. I was slightly disappointed that my birthday was not acknowledged despite noting it in my online reservation, especially since another table received a birthday song. Overall, still a good meal and a fun splurge.

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    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

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    The Ginger Pig

    The Ginger Pig

    4.2(341 reviews)
    4.9 miNorthwest
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    The Ginger Pig is probably one of my favorite restaurants in Colorado. Everything we had was so…read moregood, and there wasn't a single dish that disappointed. For drinks, we had the Thai tea and a lime leaf margarita. The Thai tea was super delicious, and the sweetness was just right. The lime leaf margarita is honestly one of my favorite margaritas I've ever had. For appetizers, we got the furikake potatoes, cucumber salad, and crab cheese wontons. They were all really tasty, but my favorite was definitely the furikake potatoes. The furikake seasoning gives them the perfect amount of flavor and spice, and I absolutely love the lime leaf aioli that comes with them. The cucumber salad was probably my second favorite. It has so much flavor, and I could honestly eat it all day. The crab cheese wontons were my third favorite, and my favorite part of those was actually the dipping sauce. For our main courses, we got the Korean fried chicken, tom yum noodles, and Three Treasures. My favorite was the Three Treasures. It's a vegetarian dish with stir-fried potatoes, eggplant, red pepper, and garlic sauce, and it was just incredibly flavorful. I was really impressed with how much flavor they packed into a vegetarian dish. The tom yum noodles were a very close second. They had shrimp, king trumpet and brown and white beech mushrooms, tomatoes, tom yum sauce, and spaghetti. Once again, the dish was just an explosion of flavor and really unique. The Korean fried chicken was my third favorite, but that definitely doesn't mean it wasn't impressive. The sauce on the chicken was to die for. It's a spicy garlic gochujang sauce, and it was absolutely delicious with the perfect level of heat. And then there's the Hong Kong French toast, which is one of my favorite things at this restaurant. It has a crispy cornflake crust, kaya coconut jam, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. It is seriously out-of-this-world good. If you're looking for an excellent place to eat or somewhere you want to take someone to impress them, I'd definitely recommend The Ginger Pig. Everything we had was fantastic, and I can't wait to go back.

    I don't think this place knows what it wants to be. Had high hopes coming in, but left pretty…read moredissappointed. The la zi ji was fine, I enjoyed the spice but the cumin was overpowering. Not just a little, it added an almost acrid flavor. The chicken was cooked fine. We ordered the cha siu and tom yum Noodles. The cha siu was fine, but, definitely overcooked, the lack of sauce just made it just a cooked piece of pork, rather than what is truly "cha siu" I truly had a gripe with the $24 tom yum noodles. Immediately as I arrived I knew what this was - this is mama noodles, $0.25 cent mama noodles packets but made with spaghetti - and completely salty and inedible at that. Truly, the profit margin on this dish must be astronomical. // I just checked, they were going to charge me $28 dollars - I asked to sub out shrimp since I was allergic, and TWO pieces of tofu was an additional $24+4 - insane? We had the eggplant as a replacement, it was fine. My server attempted to explain away the tom yum noodles as being too "green onion forward" - lady, I literally make mama noodles at home everyday. Don't sell me a fake story. It's an okay restaurant, slightly higher prices due to its renown. But it's clear the owners are not Chinese, Thai or Korean. At this point in my life, I don't like leaving a bad review, but mid food layered with mild deceit leaves a bad taste.

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    The Ginger Pig - Inside/outside seating area

    Inside/outside seating area

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