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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown, Denver, CO

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6
4.6
5177 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian
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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6
$31 to $50
Asian
Downtown / LoDo

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Lively
ChoLon, which translates to "big market,” is named after the largest Chinese-influenced market in Saigon, Vietnam. At ChoLon, Chef Lon Symensma brings to life his extensive culinary travels throughout Southeast Asia. ChoLon's menu features inspired interpretations of traditional dishes found across the region, with presentations ideal for sharing. From dim sum or "small bites" to large family style plates, ChoLon offers authentic flavors for the modern palate. The bar and lounge serves handcrafted, artisanal cocktails developed to complement Symensma’s cuisine. The venue is also ideal for business meetings, presentations, large parties and events. ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Southeast Asian, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 353-5223
  • Website
    https://www.cholon.com/downtown
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Lon Symensma
  • Private party facilities
    ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience. For parties of 10 or more, we ask that you allow us to help create a group menu for your event. Our private dining space is perfect for groups of 20-40 - perfect for your holiday party!
  • Private party contact
    Events Team: (303) 353-5223
  • Location
    1555 Blake Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80202
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross street
    16th St & Blake St
  • Parking details
    We validate parking in the Sugar Cube garage below our restaurant for 2 hours at dinner.
  • Public transit
    Denver Union Station is two blocks away.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,177 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "outstanding" food like French onion soup dumplings and pork belly baos. The "innovative flavors" and "great cocktails" create a vibrant atmosphere. While construction affects the surroundings, the "excellent service" and "wonderful" ambiance make it a must-visit when in Denver.

5,177 Reviews

  1. Andrea

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and server able to help us with recommendations. Music was loud and then people speak loud so hard to maintain a conversation

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  2. elmo

    Denver

    166 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    166 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Cholon is fantastic-very easy to create your own tasting menu of delights. Donald and his crew are talented and craft full, creating fantastic dumplings, Bao buns, starters and mains that tingle the palate. Perfect for pre theater!

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  3. Sam

    Cheshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding, probably the best service and best food I've had in Denver.

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  4. Scott

    Denver

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Prices have skyrocketed since COVID -- but the food is simply not as good. The French Onion soup dumplings are really doughy and chewy, unlike before. The stir-fried Malaysian noodle dish lacked flavor and spice. Just very average and disappointing.

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  5. Michelle

    Denver

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and some new menu items! Great atmosphere!

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  6. Micki

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always, wonderful meal, unusual dishes, outstanding flavor. Worth the drive from Boulder!
    ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Micki for your thoughtful review. We look forward to your next visit.

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  7. Ken

    Denver

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was fantastic. The service was spot on. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. Our server brought out dessert to help us celebrate my niece's 21st birthday. It was a fantastic celebration at a terrific restaurant! I highly recommend this restaurant! It never disappoints.
    ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks Ken for the 5-star! We are honored that your niece chose ChoLon for her 21st birthday and had such an amazing experience. See you again soon.

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  8. Mimi

    Austin

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Any restaurant that enforces a credit card deposit to hold a reservation better be pretty darn good. This place was awful and not worth it at all! I actually had to send dishes back because they were inedible. They serve their bao buns deconstructed- why? The tempura acorn squash was so covered in batter you couldn’t tell what was under the batter and the grease coming off every dish was disgusting. I left completely dissatisfied, with my mouth caked in grease and a massive tab to boot. Don’t waste your time here. The food is appalling.

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  9. Nicole

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food, great ambiance, great service. We’ll be back.
    ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownResponded on December 1, 2024
    Thank you Nicole for your wonderful review. We look forward to your next visit.

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  10. Steven

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent date night. Food was tasty and inventive. The dumpling wrappers and the Malaysian noodles were a bit too thick and chewy for my taste but the flavors were amazing and really well blended. Excellent service. The best I’ve had in a really long time. Dishes were timed perfectly and they even gave us a complimentary anniversary dessert, which was our favorite dish of the night! Highly recommend.

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FAQs

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 353-5223.

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown is rated 4.6 stars by 5177 OpenTable diners.

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown restaurant

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6
$31 to $50
Asian
Downtown / LoDo

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

1555 Blake Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    16th St & Blake St
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Southeast Asian, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We validate parking in the Sugar Cube garage below our restaurant for 2 hours at dinner.
  • Public transit
    Denver Union Station is two blocks away.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lon Symensma
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.cholon.com/downtown
  • Phone number
    (303) 353-5223
  • Private party facilities
    ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience. For parties of 10 or more, we ask that you allow us to help create a group menu for your event. Our private dining space is perfect for groups of 20-40 - perfect for your holiday party!
  • Private party contact
    Events Team: (303) 353-5223
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