With a slew of latest locations to strive in addition to loads of longtime staples, Denver’s Asian eating scene is flourishing. Within the face of nationwide tragedies, the native AAPI neighborhood has come collectively greater than ever in the previous couple of years, and now, greater than twenty AAPI-owned foods and drinks institutions are taking part within the first annual Mile Excessive Asian Meals Week, which runs February 22 by February 26.
Every spot is providing a particular low cost or unique menu gadgets; take a look at all the choices on-line. In the event you’re undecided the place to begin, listed here are 5 we’re excited to strive:
The new stone bibimbop at Bop & Gogi is a must-try.
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Filipino eats at Manila Bay
The deal: An unique AFW menu
Aurora’s Manila Bay is likely one of the few choices for Filipino eats within the metro space. It has an in depth common menu, however will add much more gadgets for Mile Excessive Asian Meals Week. Head there to strive Spam and tocino fried rice; a number of platters that embody pork adobo, hen adobo, barbecue hen skewers or pancit bihon; and Magnolia ice cream in flavors like jackfruit, ube and corn-cheese.
Sizzling stone bibimbop at Bop & Gogi
The deal: 10 % off your complete invoice
This under-the-radar Korean eatery with places in Greenwood Village and Littleton is ideal for a fast lunch break or informal dinner. It serves quite a lot of dishes, however the bibimbop served in a scorching sizzling stone bowl boasts completely different flavors and textures, together with a runny fried egg on high, for a flavorful, filling and memorable meal.
Specialty drinks from Tí Cafe
The deal: An unique AFW menu
Open since 2021, this family-owned Vietnamese espresso store close to Broadway and First Avenue at all times has attention-grabbing choices on the menu, resembling its flan-topped espresso. For AFW, although, it is including three particular picks: Thai Tea with Grass Jelly and Black Sesame Whip, Cafe Muoi with Grass Jelly and Salt Cream, and Ube Purple Bean Sesame Balls.
Pastries, noodles and extra at Esme Cafe
The deal: 10 % off your complete invoice
Half espresso store, half Thai restaurant, this spot in Englewood debuted in late 2022. Throughout AFW, you may pattern something off its menu at a reduction, together with Thai espresso and tea together with dishes like Boat Noodle Soup, khao soi and salmon fried rice.
Chef’s tasting at City Village Grill
The deal: 20 % off
Chef Charles Mani’s Indian eatery at Park Meadows is understood for its out of doors grilling experiences and extra conventional dishes cooked in a tandoor clay oven. Throughout AFW, you will get a style of his delicacies with a reduced chef’s tasting menu, which is generally priced at $49 per particular person for an appetizer, aspect, principal dish and dessert.
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