ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6

5214 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 32 times today

Innovative
Good for special occasions
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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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Southeast Asian, Contemporary Asian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
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 12 or more, we ask that you allow us to help create a group menu for your event. Our semi-private dining space is perfect for groups of 20-30. Ask about our private dining options!
Private party contact
Events Team: (303) 353-5223

Location
1555 Blake Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80202
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Cross Street
16th St & Blake St
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Denver Union Station is two blocks away.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown is celebrated for its "fantastic service" and "creative, delicious" cuisine. Diners rave about the "soup dumplings" and "bao buns" as must-tries. The atmosphere is lively, perfect for special occasions. While some note noise and pricing, the "outstanding food" and "attentive staff" keep patrons returning.

5,214 Reviews

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Clara
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The French onion soup dumplings are to die for. Our entrée was simply just okay. Small bites and appetizers are the way to go.
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David
VIP
Denver
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious as always! French onion soup dumplings are a must.
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William
VIP
Denver
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We took our daughter, son-in-law and 3-year granddaughter to lunch. The whole staff couldn’t have been more attentive to our granddaughter. The food is sharable bites of four to a serving which was perfect for us. Our granddaughter had her own menu. We had several dishes and each one was great. We’ll be back soon.
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Laura
Denver
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Incredible service. I can’t wait to go back!
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Dave
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jen was a terrific server! Spot on and very friendly
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Phoenix
VIP
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and delicious food, server was helpful and very professional.
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Sara
Denver
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good was great and the happy hour menu is a great value to try different dishes.
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Tom
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Denver
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food great service, poor lighting in our booth and very noisy. Hard to have a reasonable conversation.
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Reni
Houston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ChoLon was a decent experience but the food wasn’t as good as I expected. Had quite a number of dishes but most of them seemed to be covered in too much soy sauce or some type of sauce - for example the Kimchi Fried Rice and Bulgagi had very strong sauces. The dishes that were good were the Pork Belly Bao Buns, Beef Skewers and Chargrilled Chicken. Service was great and we were welcomed and served nicely. There was a compulsory 6% wage fee but seems like there are a lot fees that pop up on bills.
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Aidan
VIP
Denver
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
ChoLon Modern Asian truly delivers on its reputation for incredible food and expertly crafted drinks! Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor, and the attention to detail in the presentation was outstanding. The soup dumplings were an absolute standout—rich, savory, and perfectly executed. The balance of bold spices and delicate textures across the menu made for an unforgettable dining experience. The cocktail menu was just as impressive, with creative, well-balanced drinks that complemented the meal beautifully. Each sip felt thoughtfully curated, enhancing the flavors of the dishes. The only downside was that the service didn’t quite match the excellence of the food. The host wasn’t particularly welcoming, and the service felt a bit impersonal at times. However, the quality of the food more than made up for it, and I’d still highly recommend ChoLon to anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience in Denver. If you’re a food lover, this spot is a must-visit!
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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 5214 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.

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 32 times today

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Google Map for ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

1555 Blake Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

Cross Street
16th St & Blake St
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Southeast Asian, Contemporary Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Denver Union Station is two blocks away.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Lon Symensma
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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 12 or more, we ask that you allow us to help create a group menu for your event. Our semi-private dining space is perfect for groups of 20-30. Ask about our private dining options!
Private party contact
Events Team: (303) 353-5223

Gift card

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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Popular dishes

Kaya Toast

Kimchi Fried Rice

Soup Dumplings

Menu

What 5,214 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown restaurant rated?

Does ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offer gift cards?

Is ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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