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 Cantonese, Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine |
1512 Larimer Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 303 592 1032 |
Hidden in a quiet nook of Writer Square, China Terrace is a long time local lunch favorite, serving up traditional Chinese grub in huge portions. The secluded spot is perfect for a business lunch or romantic interlude before taking in a play at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Plus, the prices budget-friendly. The restaurant offers an extensive menu of Chinese favorites dished up in Cantonese, Mandarin, and Szechuan styles. A typical lunch special consists of eggplant with garlic sauce for under $6. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Recognized by the local media |
290 South Downing Street (at Alameda) Denver, CO 80209 United States +1 303 777 8922 |
This little corner restaurant is like the supermodel of Asian dining for it possesses class, looks and charm. Brownish-copper tables and black chairs exude a very distinct and sophisticated look that says, 'these people know what they are doing.' Huge windows make it perfect for people watching.Weekdays feature wok tossed lunch specials with most for under USD6. Dinner specialties include hot Braised Shrimp, and Tofu Steak. No MSG is added to any of its dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The real thing |
1044 South Federal Boulevard Denver, CO 80219 United States +1 303 937 8882 |
From the outside this restaurant looks common and without promise. But as soon as you step inside you are walloped with a beautiful tan and black interior that has a contemporary and sophisticated look. The menu offers an interesting array of creative concoctions like honeydew milkshakes, cheese and egg sandwiches and milk with raw egg to drink. The entrees, however, are true and tried. Ox-tongue with burgundy sauce, Seafood Chow Mein and Chinese sausage are just some of the restaurant's signature items. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sophisticated Chinese restaurant |
431 South Broadway Denver, CO 80209 United States +1 303 698 2800 http://www.imperialchinese.com/ |
Located just minutes south of downtown, this elegant Chinese restaurant, which has long been recognized as one of the best in Denver, creates Cantonese, Mandarin and Szechwan dishes. The wide-open dining room is usually packed, especially during weekday lunch. Tagged as 'the only Chinese restaurant where the dish looks exactly like the picture', if you plan to experience the Imperial's wonderful creations, make sure you have a reservation, or the wait can be long. The menu offers a few surprises and features all of the standard beef, seafood and chicken dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Simple and chic |
1530 Blake Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 303 893 1158 |
Located in LoDo, Lim's is a trendy lunch spot for the business crowd and a popular starting point for the weekend suburban clubbers. The place separates itself from other Chinese restaurants that serve the standard fare by offering a variety of Mongolian food. The sizzling Mongolian barbecue is a pleasant change of pace, although you can still order Kung Pao, chow mein, and beef with broccoli if you feel more comfortable with the old favorites. Vegetarians can substitute hot tofu for meat, or choose from wide selection of veggie items. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Chinese |
2364 East Third Avenue (at Josephine Street) Denver, CO 80206 United States +1 303 316 8888 |
Little Ollie's, located in Cherry Creek North, serves creative contemporary Chinese cuisine in an upscale environment. The decor features lots of traditional Chinese lanterns and dim lighting. An outdoor patio is available year round and abounds with flowers in the summer. Menu specialties range from Chinese standards to unusual dishes. Whatever you choose, the fare is healthy; no MSG is used in its dishes. Try the Peking duck or shrimp and scallops in garlic sauce. A full bar, including specialty Chinese liqueurs, is offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic dishes |
999 18th Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 303 297 2828 |
This restaurant offers a wide variety of authentic Chinese cooking from the Shanghai, Cantonese, Szechuan, Peking, and Hunan regions of China. The cooks are willing to season the dishes to suit your tastes or diet. An inexpensive, all-you-can-eat lunch buffet is available weekdays and it boasts a "fabulous" Happy Hour with appetizers and reduced drink prices. Try the Mandarin Garden's wings who some claim as the best in the Denver. Or be truly daring and opt for the Chinese tacos and burritos with green chili. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Denver favorite |
909 South Oneida Street (at Parker) Denver, CO 80224 United States +1 303 329 6777 |
In a city of endless Chinese dining choices, this restaurant falls in the elite ranking of excellent. Numerous paragraphs of praise in the local papers attest to this claim. The swarthy interior of dark walls and maroon upholstered booths casts such an authentic appearance that one expects a gong to sound upon entering. Lobster Mandarin, and Shrimp and Tea Smoked Duck are two of the many specialty items that leap out from the menu. The daily lunch specials are extensive, highlighted by a brimming buffet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Outstanding lunch specials |
4251 East Mississippi Avenue (at Colorado) Denver, CO 80222 United States +1 303 757 4923 |
This restaurant is best known for exceptional weekday lunch specials, which attract big crowds, and is especially favored by the business set. Sweet and sour shrimp, and sesame chicken are just two of the over 50 lunch items here. If you are hankering for a little of everything, try the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet for under eight dollars. Ming's also offers daily dinner deals, such as the 'Family Dinner Special'. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant taste of China |
1415 15th Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 303 260 7222 http://www.pfchangs.com/ |
The LoDo-based P.F. Chang's provides an elegant taste of China with surprisingly stylish flair. Chang's dishes span the culinary offerings of China's major regions including Hunan, Shanghai, Szechuan, Canton, with a few side trips to Mongolia. The menu is rich and both the food and service are excellent. The dumplings here are recommended by all. The Moo Goo Gai Pan and Crab Wontons are also great choices. Check out Chang's other location at 8315 South Park Meadows Center Drive, Littleton CO, +1 303 790 7744. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beyond strip mall Chinese |
6265 East Evans Avenue Denver, CO 80222 United States +1 303 782 0300 |
Johnny Hsu, owner of the wildly popular Imperial, opened this upscale restaurant in an Asian-influenced strip mall to bring the east side of town a taste of his terrific Chinese cuisine. Although the place has not quite lived up to its reputation, it is still one of the better spots to order Chinese. Try a taste of the duck smoked in tea or the signature Sesame Chicken. Egg rolls, dumplings, and soup complement the entrees. A wide selection of pork, chicken, and beef dishes rounds out the menu. The spicy seafood dishes are highly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chinese take-out and delivery |
2609 East 12th Avenue (at Elizabeth) Denver, CO 80206 United States +1 303 377 3218 |
Peter Chang has been serving up his Chinese specialties in the Congress Park area for over 30 years. The non-MSG menu contains over 30 items, including an assortment of entrees made with pork, beef, chicken, seafood and vegetables. The Chicken Lo Mein, Crab Cheese Wontons and Sesame Chicken highlight the selection. Lunch specials pepper the menu Monday through Friday from 11a to 3p. Seating is very limited. Delivery to offices and homes is free with orders of $10 or more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Szechuan and Mandarin |
1591 South Colorado Boulevard Denver, CO 80222 United States +1 303 758 7610 |
Serving authentic Szechuan and Mandarin cuisine, Red Coral is a popular spot for lunch (especially on the weekends) or dinner. The dining room is open and the staff is friendly. Lunch is particularly inexpensive. For a tasty change, try the spicy Jumbone Soup. It has a nice bite, and with all those noodles is almost a meal in itself. The menu offers more ways to do chicken than you would think possible. The standbys can be ordered without fear—most are good in an almost nostalgic kind of way. Review © 2007, Wcities |