Food was great. Even reheated the next day the meals we got were delicious. I fed a family of four with leftovers for just under $30. The staff was a pleasure. The cashier was very sweet and helped me pick out a delicious meal. Everyone there was very nice and helpful. And they have online ordering, which makes my life a lot easier. Will definaltely be going again.
(5)
Claudius L.
came here with friends, portion is good size big, but really sad because all of them don't eat the food, because the taste and attitude. beef something with rice, taste really really really salty with 5 slice of the beef ( we all tried) and yes it's salty , she return it to the mean manager on duty, he is so ANGRY and said "if its not good don't eat it" well she give us try the beef marinated in salt, (because she thinks maybe her mouth and taste is off) but we all tried and yes it is VERY salty. it's only 2 more piece left but it's not because she enjoys it. and then they make a new one with sauce on the side ??????? and delivered to our table with attitude thanks dud makes your food more appealing. for $ 11 beef marinated in salt not worth it maybe we can give you $10 tips if you just don't say anything and at maybe you can try a fake smile is even better then angry face. after that then we all go and left all the food that we only eat few bites thanks mr manager
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Amy N.
Overall I give it a "meh." The hot and sour soup was delicious, but everything else we got was underwhelming. The sweet and sour chicken wasn't bad, but the sauce was lacking something. The fried rice wasn't very good and the general Tso's chicken wasn't good enough to finish. I'd like to think we maybe just ordered the wrong thing because it seems like stir fry is their Forte, and it was fairly busy for a weeknight which is usually a good sign. I will probably give it another try to see if the site ferry is where its at, but meh for now.
(3)
M K.
This place is like what would happen if Panda Express and Pei Wei had an illegitimate baby out of wedlock. It claims to be an "Asian" cafe but everything tastes about as "Asian" as Panda. The setup is more like Pei Wei: a small and supposedly diverse menu where you pick a generic flavor and protein but the actual food tastes more like what you would get from Panda. The hot and sour soup has all the right ingredients but the predominant flavor is soy sauce. The "spicy basil fried rice" came out wet (yes, the rice was wet), with only a couple strands of basil (mostly cilantro), and most of the heat came from red pepper flakes. I suppose there were some "Asian" ingredients (like bean sprouts) but throwing cilantro and peanuts into a bowl of rice doesn't make it taste Thai (which is presumably what they were going for) and the dish was neither spicy, basil, nor fried. The outside patio is nice and turned out to be the best place to sit because the moment I walked in I was greeted with the smell of sewage. One hopes this place doesn't always smell like this but my first thought was "I hope that's not the food" and I had to get past that smell to go to the counter. If there hadn't been a patio I wouldn't have stayed. Now that I did, I'm not entirely happy that I did. I couldn't quite finish my meal, although I can't tell if it was because of the portion size (which was pretty generous) or because I just didn't want to since the food was pretty uninteresting.
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Carlos M.
After hiking Grays and Torrey's peak 14er. I had an urge to eat some sesame chicken at Fire Bowl Cafe. Hiking on a good day and having a rice bowl with added vegetables automatically makes life good! Im gonna try the curry chicken next time. That one looked tasty too!
(5)
Devorah R.
I haven't been here in a while.... Now that I am working back in the area, I will definitely start coming back here! It's best to call ahead and pick up your order, it gets pretty busy. Order to go and grab a table when you pick up your yummy food! My fave is the tofu and chicken padthai.
(5)
P P.
Really good food. We had tofu curry, king pao chicken and chicken Lo Mein. All fresh, tasty and huge portions. Bye bye Panda Express.
(5)
Christopher G.
We go to Fire Bowl randomly, since it is really close to my wife's work - and it is a decent enough option. The Deal Setup sort of like a Noodles and things. You get to select proteins and a veggie mix and some kind of item. On the most recent visit I did something spicy (maybe the namesake, fire bowl?) What did I get? eh blandness. My wife got a pad thai, and it was decent enough pad thai. We both, for a couple bucks, added on a side. I got a soup, she got spring rolls. The spring rolls were fried. The spring rolls were the tasty thing we got, but everything tastes good fried. The hot and sour soup seemed to represent the entire experience. It tasted over salted. . as if it came right from a bag of soup - manufactured somewhere in Mexico. The location - The location is nice, with mountain views overlooking wal-mart and mountains. That does sound horrible I suppose - but its not bad. and to wrap it up- In a pinch this place will do, but you can do better.
(3)
Charlotte C.
Long waiting line when lunchtime- But you can fast order and get quick serving! Will try to another time and take a outside seat with a great view.
(4)
R P.
The food here was really good. Everything was fresh and tasty. I ordered the tofu coconut curry and it was very good. All the food here was excellent. No more Panda Express now since we discovered this.
(5)
Robert W.
I really like this place, wish they were out East. They are a chain but the quality and quantity just cant be beat. I went with my mom today and we each had a cup of Hot & Sour soup (which is more like a bowl size), we split the crab rangoons and the potstickers and the chicken fried rice. AND we left the place with extra rice and soup.. Staff here is very attentive and friendly, cost is reasonable, just be careful not to order too much food, it is easy to do especially if you are by yourself. Well worth the trip.
(4)
Shankar R.
I checked in here for Saturday lunch. When I walked in only few tables are occupied. There is menu on the left hand side when you enter inside. For first time visitors, they can decide the menu without standing in the line. I picked thai veggie mix, thai pepper, chicken with fried rice. The veggies and chicken is perfectly cooked in sauces. Grab some hot sauce if you still need spicy for your order. They have huge seating area and also patio with nice view. Will get good portions of food for what you pay.The staff is friendly and they served the order very quickly. First visit to fire bowl cafe will definitely result in multiple return visits and it's on my list.!!!!
(5)
Dale Z.
Basically, this is Asian food using the Chipotle Business Model. This might be described as a slightly less fancy version of Pei-Wei. For my starter, I went with the SPICY COCONUT soup (Chicken, rice, shiitake mushrooms, lemongrass, cilantro, snap peas, coconut milk, lime). This soup was not good at all. It was watery and lacking in any any real flavor. The absence of any sour component really was noticeable. I am not sure if this is how they normally serve it, or it was just a bad batch. Had it been my only food item, I would have sent it back, but seeing as how I had also ordered noodles, I let it slide. I tried the FIRE NOODLES (Flat rice chow fun, green onions, bell peppers, shiitake mushroom, snap peas, Thai basil, cilantro, jalapenos, tomato). I thought they were rather good. They had decent flavor and heat, and the portion was large enough for a second meal. Sadly, after boxing up my leftovers, I proceeded to leave them on the table, only remembering them after I was miles down the road. I really hate it when I do this. The noodles were good enough that they redeemed the meal which the coconut soup had threatened to ruin. One final note, I found the reconstituted shitake mushrooms in both dishes to be quite chewy, almost rubbery.
(3)
Rachel C.
Lettuce wraps are great! Everything I ate was delicious. Yes, I would go back. The view from this place is worth the trip . . . especially in a place like Denver where there are rolling hills, but not much with real cityscape views. Fire Bowl is located in one of the few places that nature selected the view. Although Fire Bowl is located on Arapahoe, the entrance is on the small side street on the west. Don't blink or you might miss it. There is no entrance on Arapahoe.
(4)
Bradi S.
Quick, casual, delicious (non-authentic) Asian bowls. The prices were great and the portions pretty decent. I like the Vietnamese vermicelli noodles - quite tasty, if slightly under-flavored, but the selection of sauces they have out are very complimentary. I've sampled a few of the other noodle and rice bowls and they're pretty consistently good, though they all need a smidge more seasoning. It's kinda like Tokyo Joe's... but less bland. The employees don't seem to hate life. Plus no one I know has ended up with viciously burning food poisoning so far. Fire Bowl for the win!
(4)
Phil B.
This place kinda makes me want to forget my lunch so I "have" to go out for food. Now it does use the Chipotle model in that you can order one of this, one of that, and have it all covered with a choice of x sauces. But hey, it is tasty. And affordable. The portions are generous, and in theory healthier for me then many of the other choices in the area. This place probably get's my lunch money on a once every two months basis, and I am ok with that equation. Also, the atmosphere is decent, and doesn't make me feel rushed on entry or exit.
(4)
Christopher B.
I've been here a couple times and I think it's okay. For lunch, it's a good option to get quick food and, if it's nice out, a great view on the patio. As for the food itself, I feel like it's pretty Americanized so if you go in with this expectation then you'll be okay. If you're looking for authentic then perhaps you could pass on this experience. Even with that, I felt like the noodle dishes were okay but nothing amazing or great.
(3)
Amber F.
This has become a staple of my lunchtime at work! Their pad thai is so unique and delicious. I change it up, though. It normally comes with eggs, bean sprouts, green onions, yellow onions, peanuts, lime, meat of your choice and flat noodles. I almost always take out the bean sprouts and yellow onions. What's great is that I can substitute with other veggies. TRY IT WITH THE ZUCCHINI! Oh I love zucchini, and it tastes great in this. Their sauce is mouth-watering, deliciously aromatic, and very tasty. I always add two crab cheese wontons with it as a side, and they're always a nice golden-brown, delicious, and packed with filling. Their sweet and sour sauce is a bit thick for me, but it TASTES great. And so I just put less on it and go with the flow. The best part about this place is the service. There is this young (maybe early 20's?) african-american girl who almost always is the one to take my order. She is sweet, upbeat (and not in an annoying way), and has a great service-oriented personality. She is respectful and attentive, and overall a great person to be my first contact in the restuarant. They take your food to your table, and always with a smile. Even the people who clean up the tables are nice, friendly, and attentive... without being overbearing. It's definitely got a chain-like feel when it comes to the food, but they make it their own. And they do a great job.
(5)
James L.
I love the fire sauce, the hot and sour soup is surprisingly savory for a chain, egg rolls are really great as well.
(4)
Correy H.
This was another great find --- especially if you are with folks that have issues with glutten. They have several rice and rice noodle options. I always go for the Pad Thai. If you are in a rush, i recommend head over there before 11:30 or after 12:45. The bonus for me is that they serve Coke products.
(4)
Shwetha B.
This is the place we usually go to on lazy days, when in no mood to cook. We usually order the -stir fry your way (spicy peanut sauce with flat rice noodles being our favourite) The portions are amazing and with many veggies in it, it's quite healthy too. The pricing is very reasonable. Nice place for a quick tasty meal !
(4)
Samantha P.
Mediocre at best. If you're going to go here, you might as well go to a local Noodles & Company. I was recommended to this place by friends, but I don't think it was anything special. Ordered the pot stickers to start, they were good but came out cold. I ordered the sesame chicken with a side of crab rangoons, and the best part about my meal were the crab rangoons. Chicken was heavily breaded, but the sauce was good and a little different than the normal sesame chicken I'm used to. My friend ordered the pad thai and he said it was ok; again, nothing special. Portions were nice sized, especially for the price, but I wasn't impressed.
(3)
Olivia B.
The staff here was very polite. The young man at the register made sure that we were informed on any allergens or any non-vegetarian additions to the meal, and was extremely helpful suggesting alternatives. The food was delicious and filling. Definitely coming here again.
(5)
Phung L.
If you don't come here with the expectation of ordering entrees with authentic flavors than you might find this place pretty decent. Prices aren't too shabby and the portions are large enough. Think Americanized Asian dishes. The place is pretty big and nice. Definitely like the decor. Very modern yet Asian influenced. Potstickers are delicious. I always order the pad Thai or fried rice. You really can't go wrong with either.
(3)
Cris F.
I went here to try the pineapple fried rice but instead got the sesame tofu. It was okay. I have had better, I have had worse. The only thing that was truly disappointing was that I paid sit down quality prices but received a panda express amount of food. I think there was maybe 8 pieces of tofu. So in the end I might go and try the pineapple fried rice but I still enjoy the sit down Chinese place down the street much better. One good highlight about this place though is that they will let you mix and match menu items to kind of make your own meal. EG: I added pineapple to my sesame tofu which I have never done before and I think it added something nice to it. So get creative.
(3)
Jennifer B.
Sam swears by this place and as we were coming back from the Cherry Creek Dog Park we stopped in for lunch. This kind of reminds me of a Tokyo Joe type place. They offer Chinese and Thai and also offer a create your own option where you can mix and match starches, proteins, and sauces. I had some sot of Chicken and Peanut concoction with noodles, Sam had the Sesame Chicken and we shared the Crab cheese wontons. They were both very good, the Crab cheese wontons were okay - not the best I've ever had (maybe I'm becoming a Crab cheese wonton snob). This is place isn't fabulous, it's a solid place for a good lunch.
(3)
Poornima B.
My lunch favorite... try this: pineapple fried rice with chicken spice level 2. This has been my order for two years now. Maybe I'll try Singapore noodles today.
(5)
Fred K.
My favorite Asian fast food place. Super condiments. Never been disappointed. Always take my daughter here whee we are in the neighbor hood first time for the hot and sour soup and it tasted fantastic
(5)
Logan B.
Service was great. First time eating here and very helpful with the menu! The General Tso Chicken was delicious!
(4)
Kris F.
This is delicious Chinese food at a good price with quick service. They have a solid menu and I love their General Tso's chicken with brown rice. I have friends who have gotten different choices and love it every time. This is a perfect DTC lunch spot although the location is a bit tucked away in the corner off of arapahoe and can be a but tricky to get to. Portions are perfect size and you can easily take leftovers home with you
(4)
Joel F.
Only one try so far... But I loved it! I got a chicken stir fry with spring veg no carb... Plenty of food and no more oil than expected. YUM... Food cam fast and was spicy as hell. just like I requested. Well done!
(4)
Britany T.
Pineapple fried rice is the best. Service is always very fast and meals are always hot and fresh.
(5)
Lou D.
We had lunch here today. Quick service and fresh, made to order food. It's clean and has a pleasant decor. We have eaten here several times and we have never been disappointed. It's high end fast food not a "dining experience". Great place for a lunch break.
(5)
Renee M.
One of those places where I think the employees know my name by now. Excellent tofu and very customizable dishes.
(4)
Kate D.
I really want this place to be good. Really I do. I keep trying. I wanted to go today because I was craving a lunch outside with a view, which is one thing they have done right. The food has been hit or miss. Usually I'm very full and pleased with the taste, but every once in awhile, the chicken is dry and the sauce is flavorless. I ordered General Tsos dish, and all it was was broccoli, dry chicken and noodles. For $10. Just was a little letdown. The last reason I'm not happy today is the service. I always feel that if I don't know what I'm doing or ordering or what I like to eat, I'm wrong and don't belong. When I ask an opinion of something at the register, I get, "it depends on what you like." I know it does, that's why I'm asking someone else's opinion because I don't know what I will like. Missed a great opportunity to convey trust and make me feel happy with my meal. Kind of bummed today. At least I got the view!
(2)
Razito R.
Chicken Fried Rice.. surely tastier than others. Enjoyed with great relish.!! will go again.
(4)
Brandon Y.
I've been to the Fire Bowl a few times now, and I enjoy it. I like how you can really customize and try new combinations, but I tend to keep getting the same thing every time I go. Have to try more things there, but everything I've had so far has been good, and the service has been relatively good as well. I'm a fan!
(3)
Cassandrea L.
This is my favorite place in the area. I come here often on my lunch break. I always get the Thai summer roll and miso soup. Neither are very spicy, which I prefer. It's a good, inexpensive, vegetarian lunch. The place is always clean, and the service always friendly.
(4)
Martena M.
Fantastic oriental food and a great view of the mountains!! Large portions. In addition to the standard meat meals, they have great vegetarian (tofu) and gluten free options. My husband says the pork pot stickers are the best he's ever had. You can order it as mild or spicy as you want. I like very spicy food and their "3 flames" does it for me. For your first visit, order on the milder side of what you want, and then you can add more spice at their condiment bar with siracha, chili sauce, and hot mustard. There can be a long line around noon-1pm, but it moves quickly so don't worry.
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Nicko C.
Only reason to go here is if you do not have the time to drive a tad further to an alternative.
(2)
Jason R.
It doesn't taste bad. It just doesn't taste. It's pretty bland. The kid's bowls are a good portion for a good price, and do is the Pad Thai, but it needs to be seasoned much better than it currently is.
(3)
Mike S.
Love this place, price and food are amazing we go here every week. Staff and manager are awesome... Highly recommend.
(5)
Cassandra F.
This is one of my favorite lunch spots in the DTC. Everyone I've taken there really enjoys it. I agree with some of the other posters, the portions are very large, but I always just split it up and take home my leftovers in the cartons they have out. If I had to compare it, I'd say it has kind of an asian Noodles & Co. vibe. My personal favorite is the pineapple fried rice. The dumplings are quite good too.
(4)
Chris E.
We went and stopped in to visit the Fire Bowl Cafe. It looked really closely resembled the Pei Wei restaurant chain. a client of mine recommended this place when I had mentioned that I enjoyed going to Tokyo Joe's for their rice bowls. I really like my food smoking hot so I thought that a Fire Bowl and myself would be a perfect match. Having sampled all of their hot sauces I was unable to find one that would get my scalp tingling. Great patio and atmosphere. If you like it hot try the red powder at Tokyo Joe's, that will light you on fire.
(3)
Lisa V.
We've been here twice and both times had great experiences. Excellent pad Thai for me and sesame chicken for my husband. Not authentic Thai food, but just what you'd expect at a Pei Wei style place. The crab ragoons are so good!
(4)
Sheldon L.
I worked nearby for a week and ate there everyday. Five stars for accommodating my gluten allergy so well. Everyone was friendly to me and the food was fast. The line moves fast, the food is ready withing 5-10 minutes during rush hour. They have lots of gluten free options.
(5)
Sean P.
I have been here a few times as work is down the road but I mean this is just fast food Chinese/Asian cuisine nothing special. Food comes out quick and hot and that is what I need in a lunch rush. Also if planning on going during week to take out order should call ahead because place gets very busy!
(3)
Jeff S.
I just had them for lunch for the first time, and it ain't bad at all! One of those free office lunches thing, I came in this morning and was handed a menu and told to choose. After a quick scan, I come across something called "Fire Noodles". Well, what with my capsaicin addiction, my order was placed. Flat rice noodles, bean sprouts, onions, green onions, carrots, chicken, and some pineapple. And pretty spicy. Lots of pepper flakes in a light tomato sauce, which was enough to coat the dish with some heat and allow the taste of the food to blend in. Fresh veggies, and I was impressed with the tenderness of the chicken. Not much else to say about it, it is a nice change from Tokyo Joe's, I think it's worth trying out. I generally don't have fast-type food unless it's a work freebie, but I will look forward to it next time it's provided! (P.S. - for some reason I can't log a half-star rating, I really wanted to give it 3.5.)
(3)
Steve S.
Good prices and great food! What's not to like? I had the General Tso's Chicken, which was very good. I wouldn't recommend the flat noodle however, because they just kind of stuck together, making it really hard to eat. However, that was my fault for picking that type of noodle. Next time, I'll go for the brown rice. It is a really nice view from on top of the hill and it was really busy at lunch. They could almost use a bit of an expansion or a new layout of seating inside. If I had come 10 minutes later, I would be waiting for a chair and giving three stars instead of four. If you don't mind coming early for lunch, this is the place to get some good food. I caution you in the summer time however. There is a big ol' crack in the decking outside and it looks like at any time it's going to go sliding down the hill. Unless you like thrill rides, avoid the outside deck.
(4)
David M.
2.5 and rounding down 'cause even though it's suburbia-ville, there are still decent places around to eat (see Sushi Kazu review). This place starts off with a pretty good idea but doesn't follow through: rice bowls with choices of meat, choices of flavorings/sauces, and choices of veggie mixtures. But the devil's in the details. With these guys, when all the stuff is mixed together the result just tastes like a clump of something vaguely Asian and spicy.
(2)
Les G.
I have had a home in Bangkok since 1985, spend 6 months a year there and 6 here in Denver. Nothing compares to the street vendors in Thailand but Fire Bowl runs a close 2nd in my opinion. I always get the chicken with Bangkok Curry and brown rice, just love it. Ingredients are always fresh and piping hot. Service has always been great (yes they get busy at lunch) so you may have to wait a few minutes. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
(4)
Brandon C.
Great lunch spot for a quick meal. There are a ton of choices to make your own or choose from set menu choices. My chicken, veggies and brown rice had good flavor and a good portion size. Prices were very reasonable.
(3)
Malia C.
I've been here a couple times and everything has always been great. I live in Westminster so let's just say I wouldn't come all the way out here if I didn't enjoy this place. This visit was very unpleasant. So unpleasant that I made a Yelp account just to write about it. My friend and I ordered a couple of things to try them out but when the manager brought out the food he announced how he couldn't believe how much food we ordered. Shouldn't you be happy that two people spent $28 instead of embarrassing us for getting a lot. The food was sub par. Pretty greasy which has never happened here before. Maybe I just lost my appetite because I had front row seats to the manager behind the line using his bare hands to stuff his face. Cleanliness is a must for me and it's suppose to be a plus that I can see what you're doing behind the line not a hindrance. Sorry we will not be back.
(2)
James F.
In the world of 'gourmet fast food' Fire Bowl is pretty damn good. Asian inspired dishes that are usually ready within 5 minutes or so makes for a go-to spot for my work lunches. Similar to Pei-Wei, Fire Bowl has a good variety of dishes... and a 'make-your-own' stir fry that lets you choose from a variety of meats, veggies, noodle types and sauces. The Spicy Coconut Soup is probably one of their best little known secrets. Perfect for a cold Colorado day... even in summer the bowl is an awesome (cheap!) blend of coconut milk with rice, chicken, spices and herbs and a twist of lime. Truly a unique, wonderful dish.
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Mike S.
Like so many good things, I found the Fire Bowl Cafe quite by accident. It's about a mile uphill from Wal-Mart and I was standing in front of Wal-Mart looking up at the colored faraway blur of a sign. I thought it was a red-and-green Baja Fresh sign. I decided to go there to see if I could really make out a Baja Fresh sign from that distance. But I digress. This place is located waay up a hill in a strip mall whose major tenant is a pet-supply supermart; in other words, unless you're looking for toys for Fido, you drive up the hill by accident, or you search on Yelp, you'll never find it. It's an Asian-fusion semi-fast food semi-Mongolian grill type of place. They have two menus, first is the grill menu, you pick a) protein, b) stir-fry veggie selection, and c) sauce selection. For me this was chicken, "subgum" vegetables, spicy peanut sauce, hot/sour soup. Wife ordered her comfort food -- pad thai with shrimp -- and spicy coconut soup. We paid, were given a little number placard to put on the table, we went to the drinks dispenser. Within moments all our food came. Soup "cups" were huge and flavorful. I typically order hot/sour soup at almost every Asian restaurant I encounter; this was among the best. Likewise my grilled chicken and her pad thai were first rate, did I mention all the dishes are under $10? There are many decent restaurants in the South Denver area but you won't beat Fire Bowl for value. It's next door to Kinko's, so be sure and glom on to the free wifi.
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Fay H.
Fire Bowl was pretty tasted. First time in, I was envisioning a chef in the middle of the room with Benihana style grills all around waiting for my bowl of special-made deliciousness. But alas, I gave my order to the girl at the register and could only look back at the steam and frying going on in the back kitchen. I had the coconut curry with chow fun noodles. There wasn't a ton of taste to it, but that was easily rectified with all the hot sauce options available (e.g. Chinese-style hot mustard, Thai sweet-chili sauce, etc.). I would probably try the Korean style Bulogi next time around as one of my friends had this dish and really liked it. Altogether, not bad for a quick place to get your Asian food fix on a lunch break in the DTC-ish area.
(3)
Reema A.
The best Asian style salad in town! Also love their hot and sour soup, it's better than dayquil for colds, and perfect for snowy weather. I usually pair the hot and sour soup with the fried pot stickers, def a winning combo. Make sure to grab your own fortune cookie though, they usually forget!
(4)
David W.
For what they offer, I think you cannot get better quality, service and value at any of the other "fast" restaurants like it.
(5)
Nicole W.
Almost like King's Hawaiian but closer to home! Skip the crowds at high noon! Great choices - i always go with the build your own - soft tofu, spring veggies, spicy peanut sauce, and a small amount of brown rice. The price is a little high, but if you can control yourself you can make this into 2 meals. I always say i will, but alas... They give you a number so they can bring you your meals, seating inside or out. Inside can get loud with talking, outside can get loud with the traffic. I have never branched out so i can't say how any of the other sauces are. But the crab rangoons and pot stickers are tasty. Service is fast. They even put up with my "just a little bit of rice". I have no will power so i need it not on the plate! Super yummy, super fresh, super great! See you there!
(5)
Ron G.
Just ok for the business lunch. Gets really crowded around 12 noon. Best to get there before this time.
(3)
Justin R.
Everything I've tried here has been super tasty. Their Pad Thai with chicken is probably the best pad thai I've had in the Denver area. My whole family loves this place. We come to Fire Bowl about once a month and we haven't had a bad experience. My kids love the lo mein noodles. Can't beat the price either!
(5)
Kimberli R.
Awesome food and great staff. Great location that overlooks the mountains. Great orange chicken, dumplings and edamame. Good prices....very busy during lunch and usually dead at dinner. Offer teas and other beverages instead of just soda. Great if you enjoy spicy!!!!!!
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Mattias L.
Great lunch-spots with huge portions for a reasonable price. I always do the "make your own" stir fry with beef and the spicy peanut sauce. OK, the spicy peanut sauce is not very spicy, but they have bottles of sriracha out for you to make your dish as spicy as you want it. It gets very busy at lunch time, despite its somewhat awkward location. I always make two meals out of my lunch portion, a big plus in my book.
(4)
Kc W.
Wow! I wish I had one of these back home. It's fantastic! Great soup. Great stir fry. Can't go wrong for lunch.
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Brian M.
Very busy during lunch so get there early. Kung Pao Chicken was very good and the service was good as well for being so busy (and loud).
(3)
Mario L.
Fire Bowl Cafe - A Haiku A quick bite for lunch Sesame Chicken for Me WTF Pineapple? A-OK is a good description of this place. Everything is right in line with the American staple that is mediocre work day lunch. I have eaten here a few times. The biggest reason is because its 2 blocks from work. Not because its good. It says a lot when convenience outranks quality. Fire Bowl gets rather busy during the lunch hour. The restaurant is cramped and gets quiet loud. You basically mosey up to the counter, they give you a # and you sit and wait. Its like the Chipotle of the orient. To put it into context if Fire Bowl was sitting next to a Pei Wei and a Panda Express, it would be my third choice for lunch. Do yourself a favor, save 10 bucks, bring your lunch and than go to a nice dinner on the weekend.
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Michelle M.
If you want huge portions for around 7 bucks, this is the place. I'd go the create your own stir-fry route. You pick your choice of protein, veggies, sauce and noodle or rice. For the vegetarians and vegans: There are a couple of vegetarian sauces like the teryaki, kung pao and peanut. Plus there's tofu(fried or sauteed) and most of the noodles do not have egg in them. I wish there were a few more sauce choices available, but @ least you won't go home empty-handed.
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Erin J.
Hmmm. It's kinda like Pei Wei. With stir frys and noodles. I had the Kung Pao chicken. I should've paid attention that it was stir fry, but I was all flustered over the line and people waiting behind me. I was expecting something a little bit different. The garden veggies were great, the "medium" sauce has my mouth on fire 15 minutes after I finished eating, and I dig spicy but not like that. Fried rice didn't taste or look like fried rice, kinda mushy... With that said the hubby cleaned his bowl and loved the Pad Thai. Atmosphere is fantastic and comfortable. Huge portions for a decent price. I'm just not amazed or even impressed.
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Kalpa S.
This is your standard semi-customize-what-you-want typa place. Nice ambience. I like the selection of 11 sauces. But, their starches are mostly rice based. They used to have soba noodles and other wheat based starches. That's been removed recently. They let you pick between soft, unfried tofu and fried tofu...my waistline could certainly use the help Mr.social frequents this place for their pineapple fried rice. He says it has a level of simplicity and flavor compared to peiwei. I think its just because there's not as much crowd here during weekday lunch times compared to other nearby eateries. But for me, peiwei is still waay better.
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Brian R.
Love the Fire Bowl Fried Rice. Comfort food to the max! Pretty pricey, but that's Asian food for you. Big portions that really satisfy. Wish they had more stores open around town!
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Tim M.
I was told to try this place by a few locals that work in the area and they were correct when they told me it would be good.
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Ai Ling C.
I love pad Thai but the potstickers are great too!
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J N.
Horrible, processed, from a can food loaded with fats and salt. Don't go if you actually like authentic Asian food. There is nothing at all right about this place. Hint number one: no Asians were eating n here AT ALL. that sez something to me , anyhow.
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Manu M.
Medium spicy is sometimes misleading...hmm. I had the general tso's chicken which is given as medium spicy. I can say that this contained some spices, but not really 'spicy'. the chicken was kinda dry. May be this is how it is supposed to be. I want to come back and try some other dish sometime, but thats like well.. may be.. thinking of the traffic on arapahoe-I25 during lunch time. It seems everyone in DTC goes somewhere on Arapahoe for lunch!
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Jason L.
I agree - tasty place. I eat there pretty often. I don't much care for the few "traditional" dishes I've had. I do LOVE making your own dish - the classic Chinese and peanut sauces are amazing. Its good food, a little expensive but a good treat. Runs about $10 a person with a soda. An app will get you to $14...
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Pauline C.
Asia fast food done right! The serving sizes are good and the food is good quality. Try it if you are in the area.
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Taylor N.
Me-Can I have half brown rice half white rice? Cashier- NO! Me- UHHHHHH.... OK? Rude cashier, mediocre food, and the food wasn't worth the price I paid.
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Nicole M.
I'm not a huge fan of Fire Bowl - I'd rather go to Pei Wei or even Panda Express however the BF loves it here so we go every so often. We used to go to the Southglenn location but found out it is closed now and a new burger joint is in it's place. The last time we went, and hopefully the last, was for Valentine's Day. I always try something new when we go in hopes to find that one dish that will get me coming back. The BF has his go-to favorite which he always gets 2xs spicy. I on the other had LOVE hot food and every time I have been it's never hot enough so I requested 4xs spicy on top of the already 2xs the item I ordered was. We took the food to go and when we got home everything looked great. My food was good, though still not as spicy as I expected, however the BF's food was so spicy he couldn't even eat more than several bites of it. It looked like someone had spilled red chili flakes in the noodles by accident and then decided not to remake the order. It was terrible. There wasn't even a good flavor to it as all you could taste was red chili flakes so much you were picking them out of your teeth! I'm hoping to now be able to convert him to Pei Wei but it was just too bad that someone's heavy hand ruined our Valentine's Day dinner!
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Meghan B.
Love this place! Great food. Portions are too big though. They need a small option.
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G D.
The line to get in is the worst thing about this place. Tasty, affordable & as much spice as you can stand!
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Emily U.
We come here all the time- love the bowl choices and range of hot sauces to use. I get cravings for this place! Also mountain views!
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Bethany W.
I love Fire Bowl Cafe. I wouldn't say it's incredibly authentic, however I've thoroughly enjoyed everything I've had there. I'm not sure if it's considered fast food--it's only the same lines as Tokyo Joes or Chipotle.
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Annie B.
I've eaten here a grip of times. The Vermicelli Singapore is my favorite! It's vermicelli noodles tossed with chicken and shrimp in a curry sauce. Delicious! Their spring rolls are also tasty and they have FRESH iced tea... BONUS! It is a bit on the pricey side, but worth stopping in every once in a while and you will be nice and stuffed when you leave. Last time I was there, it was overly greasy and I felt weighed down after eating. However, it is a great place to eat and I'd recommend it :)
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Cindy B.
OK, only one visit here, but I'll definitely go back again. It has a pretty good vibe to it, and the service was great. I tried one of the mix and match options which was really tasty, and Wheel tried the General Tso's. Unlike most places we've tried, their chicken is actually good - not just the icky leftover pieces from some other dish. Oh, and the crab rangoon might actually have real crab meat in it - shocker!
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Lisa O.
Great food. You can order your type of meat, white or brown rice or noodles, and choice of sauce. The vegetables were an add-on. Tastes great but it is a bit expensive - $8 or $9.00 for a bowl. The food is similar to Tokyo Joe's but Fire Bowl has more choices. It has a large lunch time crowd and can get noisy due to the acoustics of the room. If you want to have a nice conversation with friends, go during off peak lunch hours.
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Mrs K.
Fire Bowl is a fresh take on casual, Asian cuisine. It's absolutely delicious every time, consistent, fast, flavorful and affordable. The atmosphere is comfy casual, with lots of seating (that's always close to full at lunch time - that tells you something!). As a vegetarian, I love all of the delicious vegetarian options - which are all clearly marked with a little leaf on their menu board. They'll even make a few of the non-veggie items, like sesame chicken, which have vegetarian sauces, with tofu for more veg varieties. Everything I have ever had there is absolutely delish - and that's quite an informed opinion as my husband, friends and I have been there probably 40+ times. Their soft thai summer rolls are filling and addictive - that spicy peanut sauce is amazing. They have incredible veggie egg rolls - better than most restaurants I've been to. Their edamame comes in a huge portion for a low price, and it's fresh, hot and so tasty. I've had every veggie item on the menu and they are all incredible; from the Stirfry with tofu and either teriyaki, spicy peanut sauces, to the pineapple fried rice, huge salads, sesame tofu, veggie fried rice, wok toss lomein, fire noodles and soup. My non-veg hubbies loves everything he's ever had too, from the pad thai to the coconut soup and incredible pot stickers. The portions are huge and an amazing value. The food is served up fast, and fresh - all cooked to order, and is consistently delectable. The drink selection is great - gold peak teas are delicious. The managers are always present as well and the restaurant is very well managed. I highly recommend Fire Bowl to anyone looking for a quick, delicious meal, dine-in or take-out.
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mak m.
awesome. Simply superb thai food with a little variety. will go again and again. Best prices and best location.
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Daniela B.
I love this place! The atmosphere of the restaurant is really relaxed so you can enjoy your meal without feeling rushed, and the interior design/decor isn't cheesy. It's easy to navigate the menu because you choose options for noodles or rice, veggie mixes, meats, sauces, etc. Plus, the portions are pretty filling and easy on the wallet.
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Address :11435 E Briarwood Ave,Ste 900
Englewood, CO, 80112
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : No Caters : No
Allen S.
Food was great. Even reheated the next day the meals we got were delicious. I fed a family of four with leftovers for just under $30. The staff was a pleasure. The cashier was very sweet and helped me pick out a delicious meal. Everyone there was very nice and helpful. And they have online ordering, which makes my life a lot easier. Will definaltely be going again.
(5)Claudius L.
came here with friends, portion is good size big, but really sad because all of them don't eat the food, because the taste and attitude. beef something with rice, taste really really really salty with 5 slice of the beef ( we all tried) and yes it's salty , she return it to the mean manager on duty, he is so ANGRY and said "if its not good don't eat it" well she give us try the beef marinated in salt, (because she thinks maybe her mouth and taste is off) but we all tried and yes it is VERY salty. it's only 2 more piece left but it's not because she enjoys it. and then they make a new one with sauce on the side ??????? and delivered to our table with attitude thanks dud makes your food more appealing. for $ 11 beef marinated in salt not worth it maybe we can give you $10 tips if you just don't say anything and at maybe you can try a fake smile is even better then angry face. after that then we all go and left all the food that we only eat few bites thanks mr manager
(1)Amy N.
Overall I give it a "meh." The hot and sour soup was delicious, but everything else we got was underwhelming. The sweet and sour chicken wasn't bad, but the sauce was lacking something. The fried rice wasn't very good and the general Tso's chicken wasn't good enough to finish. I'd like to think we maybe just ordered the wrong thing because it seems like stir fry is their Forte, and it was fairly busy for a weeknight which is usually a good sign. I will probably give it another try to see if the site ferry is where its at, but meh for now.
(3)M K.
This place is like what would happen if Panda Express and Pei Wei had an illegitimate baby out of wedlock. It claims to be an "Asian" cafe but everything tastes about as "Asian" as Panda. The setup is more like Pei Wei: a small and supposedly diverse menu where you pick a generic flavor and protein but the actual food tastes more like what you would get from Panda. The hot and sour soup has all the right ingredients but the predominant flavor is soy sauce. The "spicy basil fried rice" came out wet (yes, the rice was wet), with only a couple strands of basil (mostly cilantro), and most of the heat came from red pepper flakes. I suppose there were some "Asian" ingredients (like bean sprouts) but throwing cilantro and peanuts into a bowl of rice doesn't make it taste Thai (which is presumably what they were going for) and the dish was neither spicy, basil, nor fried. The outside patio is nice and turned out to be the best place to sit because the moment I walked in I was greeted with the smell of sewage. One hopes this place doesn't always smell like this but my first thought was "I hope that's not the food" and I had to get past that smell to go to the counter. If there hadn't been a patio I wouldn't have stayed. Now that I did, I'm not entirely happy that I did. I couldn't quite finish my meal, although I can't tell if it was because of the portion size (which was pretty generous) or because I just didn't want to since the food was pretty uninteresting.
(2)Carlos M.
After hiking Grays and Torrey's peak 14er. I had an urge to eat some sesame chicken at Fire Bowl Cafe. Hiking on a good day and having a rice bowl with added vegetables automatically makes life good! Im gonna try the curry chicken next time. That one looked tasty too!
(5)Devorah R.
I haven't been here in a while.... Now that I am working back in the area, I will definitely start coming back here! It's best to call ahead and pick up your order, it gets pretty busy. Order to go and grab a table when you pick up your yummy food! My fave is the tofu and chicken padthai.
(5)P P.
Really good food. We had tofu curry, king pao chicken and chicken Lo Mein. All fresh, tasty and huge portions. Bye bye Panda Express.
(5)Christopher G.
We go to Fire Bowl randomly, since it is really close to my wife's work - and it is a decent enough option. The Deal Setup sort of like a Noodles and things. You get to select proteins and a veggie mix and some kind of item. On the most recent visit I did something spicy (maybe the namesake, fire bowl?) What did I get? eh blandness. My wife got a pad thai, and it was decent enough pad thai. We both, for a couple bucks, added on a side. I got a soup, she got spring rolls. The spring rolls were fried. The spring rolls were the tasty thing we got, but everything tastes good fried. The hot and sour soup seemed to represent the entire experience. It tasted over salted. . as if it came right from a bag of soup - manufactured somewhere in Mexico. The location - The location is nice, with mountain views overlooking wal-mart and mountains. That does sound horrible I suppose - but its not bad. and to wrap it up- In a pinch this place will do, but you can do better.
(3)Charlotte C.
Long waiting line when lunchtime- But you can fast order and get quick serving! Will try to another time and take a outside seat with a great view.
(4)R P.
The food here was really good. Everything was fresh and tasty. I ordered the tofu coconut curry and it was very good. All the food here was excellent. No more Panda Express now since we discovered this.
(5)Robert W.
I really like this place, wish they were out East. They are a chain but the quality and quantity just cant be beat. I went with my mom today and we each had a cup of Hot & Sour soup (which is more like a bowl size), we split the crab rangoons and the potstickers and the chicken fried rice. AND we left the place with extra rice and soup.. Staff here is very attentive and friendly, cost is reasonable, just be careful not to order too much food, it is easy to do especially if you are by yourself. Well worth the trip.
(4)Shankar R.
I checked in here for Saturday lunch. When I walked in only few tables are occupied. There is menu on the left hand side when you enter inside. For first time visitors, they can decide the menu without standing in the line. I picked thai veggie mix, thai pepper, chicken with fried rice. The veggies and chicken is perfectly cooked in sauces. Grab some hot sauce if you still need spicy for your order. They have huge seating area and also patio with nice view. Will get good portions of food for what you pay.The staff is friendly and they served the order very quickly. First visit to fire bowl cafe will definitely result in multiple return visits and it's on my list.!!!!
(5)Dale Z.
Basically, this is Asian food using the Chipotle Business Model. This might be described as a slightly less fancy version of Pei-Wei. For my starter, I went with the SPICY COCONUT soup (Chicken, rice, shiitake mushrooms, lemongrass, cilantro, snap peas, coconut milk, lime). This soup was not good at all. It was watery and lacking in any any real flavor. The absence of any sour component really was noticeable. I am not sure if this is how they normally serve it, or it was just a bad batch. Had it been my only food item, I would have sent it back, but seeing as how I had also ordered noodles, I let it slide. I tried the FIRE NOODLES (Flat rice chow fun, green onions, bell peppers, shiitake mushroom, snap peas, Thai basil, cilantro, jalapenos, tomato). I thought they were rather good. They had decent flavor and heat, and the portion was large enough for a second meal. Sadly, after boxing up my leftovers, I proceeded to leave them on the table, only remembering them after I was miles down the road. I really hate it when I do this. The noodles were good enough that they redeemed the meal which the coconut soup had threatened to ruin. One final note, I found the reconstituted shitake mushrooms in both dishes to be quite chewy, almost rubbery.
(3)Rachel C.
Lettuce wraps are great! Everything I ate was delicious. Yes, I would go back. The view from this place is worth the trip . . . especially in a place like Denver where there are rolling hills, but not much with real cityscape views. Fire Bowl is located in one of the few places that nature selected the view. Although Fire Bowl is located on Arapahoe, the entrance is on the small side street on the west. Don't blink or you might miss it. There is no entrance on Arapahoe.
(4)Bradi S.
Quick, casual, delicious (non-authentic) Asian bowls. The prices were great and the portions pretty decent. I like the Vietnamese vermicelli noodles - quite tasty, if slightly under-flavored, but the selection of sauces they have out are very complimentary. I've sampled a few of the other noodle and rice bowls and they're pretty consistently good, though they all need a smidge more seasoning. It's kinda like Tokyo Joe's... but less bland. The employees don't seem to hate life. Plus no one I know has ended up with viciously burning food poisoning so far. Fire Bowl for the win!
(4)Phil B.
This place kinda makes me want to forget my lunch so I "have" to go out for food. Now it does use the Chipotle model in that you can order one of this, one of that, and have it all covered with a choice of x sauces. But hey, it is tasty. And affordable. The portions are generous, and in theory healthier for me then many of the other choices in the area. This place probably get's my lunch money on a once every two months basis, and I am ok with that equation. Also, the atmosphere is decent, and doesn't make me feel rushed on entry or exit.
(4)Christopher B.
I've been here a couple times and I think it's okay. For lunch, it's a good option to get quick food and, if it's nice out, a great view on the patio. As for the food itself, I feel like it's pretty Americanized so if you go in with this expectation then you'll be okay. If you're looking for authentic then perhaps you could pass on this experience. Even with that, I felt like the noodle dishes were okay but nothing amazing or great.
(3)Amber F.
This has become a staple of my lunchtime at work! Their pad thai is so unique and delicious. I change it up, though. It normally comes with eggs, bean sprouts, green onions, yellow onions, peanuts, lime, meat of your choice and flat noodles. I almost always take out the bean sprouts and yellow onions. What's great is that I can substitute with other veggies. TRY IT WITH THE ZUCCHINI! Oh I love zucchini, and it tastes great in this. Their sauce is mouth-watering, deliciously aromatic, and very tasty. I always add two crab cheese wontons with it as a side, and they're always a nice golden-brown, delicious, and packed with filling. Their sweet and sour sauce is a bit thick for me, but it TASTES great. And so I just put less on it and go with the flow. The best part about this place is the service. There is this young (maybe early 20's?) african-american girl who almost always is the one to take my order. She is sweet, upbeat (and not in an annoying way), and has a great service-oriented personality. She is respectful and attentive, and overall a great person to be my first contact in the restuarant. They take your food to your table, and always with a smile. Even the people who clean up the tables are nice, friendly, and attentive... without being overbearing. It's definitely got a chain-like feel when it comes to the food, but they make it their own. And they do a great job.
(5)James L.
I love the fire sauce, the hot and sour soup is surprisingly savory for a chain, egg rolls are really great as well.
(4)Correy H.
This was another great find --- especially if you are with folks that have issues with glutten. They have several rice and rice noodle options. I always go for the Pad Thai. If you are in a rush, i recommend head over there before 11:30 or after 12:45. The bonus for me is that they serve Coke products.
(4)Shwetha B.
This is the place we usually go to on lazy days, when in no mood to cook. We usually order the -stir fry your way (spicy peanut sauce with flat rice noodles being our favourite) The portions are amazing and with many veggies in it, it's quite healthy too. The pricing is very reasonable. Nice place for a quick tasty meal !
(4)Samantha P.
Mediocre at best. If you're going to go here, you might as well go to a local Noodles & Company. I was recommended to this place by friends, but I don't think it was anything special. Ordered the pot stickers to start, they were good but came out cold. I ordered the sesame chicken with a side of crab rangoons, and the best part about my meal were the crab rangoons. Chicken was heavily breaded, but the sauce was good and a little different than the normal sesame chicken I'm used to. My friend ordered the pad thai and he said it was ok; again, nothing special. Portions were nice sized, especially for the price, but I wasn't impressed.
(3)Olivia B.
The staff here was very polite. The young man at the register made sure that we were informed on any allergens or any non-vegetarian additions to the meal, and was extremely helpful suggesting alternatives. The food was delicious and filling. Definitely coming here again.
(5)Phung L.
If you don't come here with the expectation of ordering entrees with authentic flavors than you might find this place pretty decent. Prices aren't too shabby and the portions are large enough. Think Americanized Asian dishes. The place is pretty big and nice. Definitely like the decor. Very modern yet Asian influenced. Potstickers are delicious. I always order the pad Thai or fried rice. You really can't go wrong with either.
(3)Cris F.
I went here to try the pineapple fried rice but instead got the sesame tofu. It was okay. I have had better, I have had worse. The only thing that was truly disappointing was that I paid sit down quality prices but received a panda express amount of food. I think there was maybe 8 pieces of tofu. So in the end I might go and try the pineapple fried rice but I still enjoy the sit down Chinese place down the street much better. One good highlight about this place though is that they will let you mix and match menu items to kind of make your own meal. EG: I added pineapple to my sesame tofu which I have never done before and I think it added something nice to it. So get creative.
(3)Jennifer B.
Sam swears by this place and as we were coming back from the Cherry Creek Dog Park we stopped in for lunch. This kind of reminds me of a Tokyo Joe type place. They offer Chinese and Thai and also offer a create your own option where you can mix and match starches, proteins, and sauces. I had some sot of Chicken and Peanut concoction with noodles, Sam had the Sesame Chicken and we shared the Crab cheese wontons. They were both very good, the Crab cheese wontons were okay - not the best I've ever had (maybe I'm becoming a Crab cheese wonton snob). This is place isn't fabulous, it's a solid place for a good lunch.
(3)Poornima B.
My lunch favorite... try this: pineapple fried rice with chicken spice level 2. This has been my order for two years now. Maybe I'll try Singapore noodles today.
(5)Fred K.
My favorite Asian fast food place. Super condiments. Never been disappointed. Always take my daughter here whee we are in the neighbor hood first time for the hot and sour soup and it tasted fantastic
(5)Logan B.
Service was great. First time eating here and very helpful with the menu! The General Tso Chicken was delicious!
(4)Kris F.
This is delicious Chinese food at a good price with quick service. They have a solid menu and I love their General Tso's chicken with brown rice. I have friends who have gotten different choices and love it every time. This is a perfect DTC lunch spot although the location is a bit tucked away in the corner off of arapahoe and can be a but tricky to get to. Portions are perfect size and you can easily take leftovers home with you
(4)Joel F.
Only one try so far... But I loved it! I got a chicken stir fry with spring veg no carb... Plenty of food and no more oil than expected. YUM... Food cam fast and was spicy as hell. just like I requested. Well done!
(4)Britany T.
Pineapple fried rice is the best. Service is always very fast and meals are always hot and fresh.
(5)Lou D.
We had lunch here today. Quick service and fresh, made to order food. It's clean and has a pleasant decor. We have eaten here several times and we have never been disappointed. It's high end fast food not a "dining experience". Great place for a lunch break.
(5)Renee M.
One of those places where I think the employees know my name by now. Excellent tofu and very customizable dishes.
(4)Kate D.
I really want this place to be good. Really I do. I keep trying. I wanted to go today because I was craving a lunch outside with a view, which is one thing they have done right. The food has been hit or miss. Usually I'm very full and pleased with the taste, but every once in awhile, the chicken is dry and the sauce is flavorless. I ordered General Tsos dish, and all it was was broccoli, dry chicken and noodles. For $10. Just was a little letdown. The last reason I'm not happy today is the service. I always feel that if I don't know what I'm doing or ordering or what I like to eat, I'm wrong and don't belong. When I ask an opinion of something at the register, I get, "it depends on what you like." I know it does, that's why I'm asking someone else's opinion because I don't know what I will like. Missed a great opportunity to convey trust and make me feel happy with my meal. Kind of bummed today. At least I got the view!
(2)Razito R.
Chicken Fried Rice.. surely tastier than others. Enjoyed with great relish.!! will go again.
(4)Brandon Y.
I've been to the Fire Bowl a few times now, and I enjoy it. I like how you can really customize and try new combinations, but I tend to keep getting the same thing every time I go. Have to try more things there, but everything I've had so far has been good, and the service has been relatively good as well. I'm a fan!
(3)Cassandrea L.
This is my favorite place in the area. I come here often on my lunch break. I always get the Thai summer roll and miso soup. Neither are very spicy, which I prefer. It's a good, inexpensive, vegetarian lunch. The place is always clean, and the service always friendly.
(4)Martena M.
Fantastic oriental food and a great view of the mountains!! Large portions. In addition to the standard meat meals, they have great vegetarian (tofu) and gluten free options. My husband says the pork pot stickers are the best he's ever had. You can order it as mild or spicy as you want. I like very spicy food and their "3 flames" does it for me. For your first visit, order on the milder side of what you want, and then you can add more spice at their condiment bar with siracha, chili sauce, and hot mustard. There can be a long line around noon-1pm, but it moves quickly so don't worry.
(5)Nicko C.
Only reason to go here is if you do not have the time to drive a tad further to an alternative.
(2)Jason R.
It doesn't taste bad. It just doesn't taste. It's pretty bland. The kid's bowls are a good portion for a good price, and do is the Pad Thai, but it needs to be seasoned much better than it currently is.
(3)Mike S.
Love this place, price and food are amazing we go here every week. Staff and manager are awesome... Highly recommend.
(5)Cassandra F.
This is one of my favorite lunch spots in the DTC. Everyone I've taken there really enjoys it. I agree with some of the other posters, the portions are very large, but I always just split it up and take home my leftovers in the cartons they have out. If I had to compare it, I'd say it has kind of an asian Noodles & Co. vibe. My personal favorite is the pineapple fried rice. The dumplings are quite good too.
(4)Chris E.
We went and stopped in to visit the Fire Bowl Cafe. It looked really closely resembled the Pei Wei restaurant chain. a client of mine recommended this place when I had mentioned that I enjoyed going to Tokyo Joe's for their rice bowls. I really like my food smoking hot so I thought that a Fire Bowl and myself would be a perfect match. Having sampled all of their hot sauces I was unable to find one that would get my scalp tingling. Great patio and atmosphere. If you like it hot try the red powder at Tokyo Joe's, that will light you on fire.
(3)Lisa V.
We've been here twice and both times had great experiences. Excellent pad Thai for me and sesame chicken for my husband. Not authentic Thai food, but just what you'd expect at a Pei Wei style place. The crab ragoons are so good!
(4)Sheldon L.
I worked nearby for a week and ate there everyday. Five stars for accommodating my gluten allergy so well. Everyone was friendly to me and the food was fast. The line moves fast, the food is ready withing 5-10 minutes during rush hour. They have lots of gluten free options.
(5)Sean P.
I have been here a few times as work is down the road but I mean this is just fast food Chinese/Asian cuisine nothing special. Food comes out quick and hot and that is what I need in a lunch rush. Also if planning on going during week to take out order should call ahead because place gets very busy!
(3)Jeff S.
I just had them for lunch for the first time, and it ain't bad at all! One of those free office lunches thing, I came in this morning and was handed a menu and told to choose. After a quick scan, I come across something called "Fire Noodles". Well, what with my capsaicin addiction, my order was placed. Flat rice noodles, bean sprouts, onions, green onions, carrots, chicken, and some pineapple. And pretty spicy. Lots of pepper flakes in a light tomato sauce, which was enough to coat the dish with some heat and allow the taste of the food to blend in. Fresh veggies, and I was impressed with the tenderness of the chicken. Not much else to say about it, it is a nice change from Tokyo Joe's, I think it's worth trying out. I generally don't have fast-type food unless it's a work freebie, but I will look forward to it next time it's provided! (P.S. - for some reason I can't log a half-star rating, I really wanted to give it 3.5.)
(3)Steve S.
Good prices and great food! What's not to like? I had the General Tso's Chicken, which was very good. I wouldn't recommend the flat noodle however, because they just kind of stuck together, making it really hard to eat. However, that was my fault for picking that type of noodle. Next time, I'll go for the brown rice. It is a really nice view from on top of the hill and it was really busy at lunch. They could almost use a bit of an expansion or a new layout of seating inside. If I had come 10 minutes later, I would be waiting for a chair and giving three stars instead of four. If you don't mind coming early for lunch, this is the place to get some good food. I caution you in the summer time however. There is a big ol' crack in the decking outside and it looks like at any time it's going to go sliding down the hill. Unless you like thrill rides, avoid the outside deck.
(4)David M.
2.5 and rounding down 'cause even though it's suburbia-ville, there are still decent places around to eat (see Sushi Kazu review). This place starts off with a pretty good idea but doesn't follow through: rice bowls with choices of meat, choices of flavorings/sauces, and choices of veggie mixtures. But the devil's in the details. With these guys, when all the stuff is mixed together the result just tastes like a clump of something vaguely Asian and spicy.
(2)Les G.
I have had a home in Bangkok since 1985, spend 6 months a year there and 6 here in Denver. Nothing compares to the street vendors in Thailand but Fire Bowl runs a close 2nd in my opinion. I always get the chicken with Bangkok Curry and brown rice, just love it. Ingredients are always fresh and piping hot. Service has always been great (yes they get busy at lunch) so you may have to wait a few minutes. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
(4)Brandon C.
Great lunch spot for a quick meal. There are a ton of choices to make your own or choose from set menu choices. My chicken, veggies and brown rice had good flavor and a good portion size. Prices were very reasonable.
(3)Malia C.
I've been here a couple times and everything has always been great. I live in Westminster so let's just say I wouldn't come all the way out here if I didn't enjoy this place. This visit was very unpleasant. So unpleasant that I made a Yelp account just to write about it. My friend and I ordered a couple of things to try them out but when the manager brought out the food he announced how he couldn't believe how much food we ordered. Shouldn't you be happy that two people spent $28 instead of embarrassing us for getting a lot. The food was sub par. Pretty greasy which has never happened here before. Maybe I just lost my appetite because I had front row seats to the manager behind the line using his bare hands to stuff his face. Cleanliness is a must for me and it's suppose to be a plus that I can see what you're doing behind the line not a hindrance. Sorry we will not be back.
(2)James F.
In the world of 'gourmet fast food' Fire Bowl is pretty damn good. Asian inspired dishes that are usually ready within 5 minutes or so makes for a go-to spot for my work lunches. Similar to Pei-Wei, Fire Bowl has a good variety of dishes... and a 'make-your-own' stir fry that lets you choose from a variety of meats, veggies, noodle types and sauces. The Spicy Coconut Soup is probably one of their best little known secrets. Perfect for a cold Colorado day... even in summer the bowl is an awesome (cheap!) blend of coconut milk with rice, chicken, spices and herbs and a twist of lime. Truly a unique, wonderful dish.
(4)Mike S.
Like so many good things, I found the Fire Bowl Cafe quite by accident. It's about a mile uphill from Wal-Mart and I was standing in front of Wal-Mart looking up at the colored faraway blur of a sign. I thought it was a red-and-green Baja Fresh sign. I decided to go there to see if I could really make out a Baja Fresh sign from that distance. But I digress. This place is located waay up a hill in a strip mall whose major tenant is a pet-supply supermart; in other words, unless you're looking for toys for Fido, you drive up the hill by accident, or you search on Yelp, you'll never find it. It's an Asian-fusion semi-fast food semi-Mongolian grill type of place. They have two menus, first is the grill menu, you pick a) protein, b) stir-fry veggie selection, and c) sauce selection. For me this was chicken, "subgum" vegetables, spicy peanut sauce, hot/sour soup. Wife ordered her comfort food -- pad thai with shrimp -- and spicy coconut soup. We paid, were given a little number placard to put on the table, we went to the drinks dispenser. Within moments all our food came. Soup "cups" were huge and flavorful. I typically order hot/sour soup at almost every Asian restaurant I encounter; this was among the best. Likewise my grilled chicken and her pad thai were first rate, did I mention all the dishes are under $10? There are many decent restaurants in the South Denver area but you won't beat Fire Bowl for value. It's next door to Kinko's, so be sure and glom on to the free wifi.
(4)Fay H.
Fire Bowl was pretty tasted. First time in, I was envisioning a chef in the middle of the room with Benihana style grills all around waiting for my bowl of special-made deliciousness. But alas, I gave my order to the girl at the register and could only look back at the steam and frying going on in the back kitchen. I had the coconut curry with chow fun noodles. There wasn't a ton of taste to it, but that was easily rectified with all the hot sauce options available (e.g. Chinese-style hot mustard, Thai sweet-chili sauce, etc.). I would probably try the Korean style Bulogi next time around as one of my friends had this dish and really liked it. Altogether, not bad for a quick place to get your Asian food fix on a lunch break in the DTC-ish area.
(3)Reema A.
The best Asian style salad in town! Also love their hot and sour soup, it's better than dayquil for colds, and perfect for snowy weather. I usually pair the hot and sour soup with the fried pot stickers, def a winning combo. Make sure to grab your own fortune cookie though, they usually forget!
(4)David W.
For what they offer, I think you cannot get better quality, service and value at any of the other "fast" restaurants like it.
(5)Nicole W.
Almost like King's Hawaiian but closer to home! Skip the crowds at high noon! Great choices - i always go with the build your own - soft tofu, spring veggies, spicy peanut sauce, and a small amount of brown rice. The price is a little high, but if you can control yourself you can make this into 2 meals. I always say i will, but alas... They give you a number so they can bring you your meals, seating inside or out. Inside can get loud with talking, outside can get loud with the traffic. I have never branched out so i can't say how any of the other sauces are. But the crab rangoons and pot stickers are tasty. Service is fast. They even put up with my "just a little bit of rice". I have no will power so i need it not on the plate! Super yummy, super fresh, super great! See you there!
(5)Ron G.
Just ok for the business lunch. Gets really crowded around 12 noon. Best to get there before this time.
(3)Justin R.
Everything I've tried here has been super tasty. Their Pad Thai with chicken is probably the best pad thai I've had in the Denver area. My whole family loves this place. We come to Fire Bowl about once a month and we haven't had a bad experience. My kids love the lo mein noodles. Can't beat the price either!
(5)Kimberli R.
Awesome food and great staff. Great location that overlooks the mountains. Great orange chicken, dumplings and edamame. Good prices....very busy during lunch and usually dead at dinner. Offer teas and other beverages instead of just soda. Great if you enjoy spicy!!!!!!
(4)Mattias L.
Great lunch-spots with huge portions for a reasonable price. I always do the "make your own" stir fry with beef and the spicy peanut sauce. OK, the spicy peanut sauce is not very spicy, but they have bottles of sriracha out for you to make your dish as spicy as you want it. It gets very busy at lunch time, despite its somewhat awkward location. I always make two meals out of my lunch portion, a big plus in my book.
(4)Kc W.
Wow! I wish I had one of these back home. It's fantastic! Great soup. Great stir fry. Can't go wrong for lunch.
(5)Brian M.
Very busy during lunch so get there early. Kung Pao Chicken was very good and the service was good as well for being so busy (and loud).
(3)Mario L.
Fire Bowl Cafe - A Haiku A quick bite for lunch Sesame Chicken for Me WTF Pineapple? A-OK is a good description of this place. Everything is right in line with the American staple that is mediocre work day lunch. I have eaten here a few times. The biggest reason is because its 2 blocks from work. Not because its good. It says a lot when convenience outranks quality. Fire Bowl gets rather busy during the lunch hour. The restaurant is cramped and gets quiet loud. You basically mosey up to the counter, they give you a # and you sit and wait. Its like the Chipotle of the orient. To put it into context if Fire Bowl was sitting next to a Pei Wei and a Panda Express, it would be my third choice for lunch. Do yourself a favor, save 10 bucks, bring your lunch and than go to a nice dinner on the weekend.
(3)Michelle M.
If you want huge portions for around 7 bucks, this is the place. I'd go the create your own stir-fry route. You pick your choice of protein, veggies, sauce and noodle or rice. For the vegetarians and vegans: There are a couple of vegetarian sauces like the teryaki, kung pao and peanut. Plus there's tofu(fried or sauteed) and most of the noodles do not have egg in them. I wish there were a few more sauce choices available, but @ least you won't go home empty-handed.
(4)Erin J.
Hmmm. It's kinda like Pei Wei. With stir frys and noodles. I had the Kung Pao chicken. I should've paid attention that it was stir fry, but I was all flustered over the line and people waiting behind me. I was expecting something a little bit different. The garden veggies were great, the "medium" sauce has my mouth on fire 15 minutes after I finished eating, and I dig spicy but not like that. Fried rice didn't taste or look like fried rice, kinda mushy... With that said the hubby cleaned his bowl and loved the Pad Thai. Atmosphere is fantastic and comfortable. Huge portions for a decent price. I'm just not amazed or even impressed.
(2)Kalpa S.
This is your standard semi-customize-what-you-want typa place. Nice ambience. I like the selection of 11 sauces. But, their starches are mostly rice based. They used to have soba noodles and other wheat based starches. That's been removed recently. They let you pick between soft, unfried tofu and fried tofu...my waistline could certainly use the help Mr.social frequents this place for their pineapple fried rice. He says it has a level of simplicity and flavor compared to peiwei. I think its just because there's not as much crowd here during weekday lunch times compared to other nearby eateries. But for me, peiwei is still waay better.
(2)Brian R.
Love the Fire Bowl Fried Rice. Comfort food to the max! Pretty pricey, but that's Asian food for you. Big portions that really satisfy. Wish they had more stores open around town!
(4)Tim M.
I was told to try this place by a few locals that work in the area and they were correct when they told me it would be good.
(4)Ai Ling C.
I love pad Thai but the potstickers are great too!
(4)J N.
Horrible, processed, from a can food loaded with fats and salt. Don't go if you actually like authentic Asian food. There is nothing at all right about this place. Hint number one: no Asians were eating n here AT ALL. that sez something to me , anyhow.
(1)Manu M.
Medium spicy is sometimes misleading...hmm. I had the general tso's chicken which is given as medium spicy. I can say that this contained some spices, but not really 'spicy'. the chicken was kinda dry. May be this is how it is supposed to be. I want to come back and try some other dish sometime, but thats like well.. may be.. thinking of the traffic on arapahoe-I25 during lunch time. It seems everyone in DTC goes somewhere on Arapahoe for lunch!
(3)Jason L.
I agree - tasty place. I eat there pretty often. I don't much care for the few "traditional" dishes I've had. I do LOVE making your own dish - the classic Chinese and peanut sauces are amazing. Its good food, a little expensive but a good treat. Runs about $10 a person with a soda. An app will get you to $14...
(4)Pauline C.
Asia fast food done right! The serving sizes are good and the food is good quality. Try it if you are in the area.
(4)Taylor N.
Me-Can I have half brown rice half white rice? Cashier- NO! Me- UHHHHHH.... OK? Rude cashier, mediocre food, and the food wasn't worth the price I paid.
(2)Nicole M.
I'm not a huge fan of Fire Bowl - I'd rather go to Pei Wei or even Panda Express however the BF loves it here so we go every so often. We used to go to the Southglenn location but found out it is closed now and a new burger joint is in it's place. The last time we went, and hopefully the last, was for Valentine's Day. I always try something new when we go in hopes to find that one dish that will get me coming back. The BF has his go-to favorite which he always gets 2xs spicy. I on the other had LOVE hot food and every time I have been it's never hot enough so I requested 4xs spicy on top of the already 2xs the item I ordered was. We took the food to go and when we got home everything looked great. My food was good, though still not as spicy as I expected, however the BF's food was so spicy he couldn't even eat more than several bites of it. It looked like someone had spilled red chili flakes in the noodles by accident and then decided not to remake the order. It was terrible. There wasn't even a good flavor to it as all you could taste was red chili flakes so much you were picking them out of your teeth! I'm hoping to now be able to convert him to Pei Wei but it was just too bad that someone's heavy hand ruined our Valentine's Day dinner!
(2)Meghan B.
Love this place! Great food. Portions are too big though. They need a small option.
(5)G D.
The line to get in is the worst thing about this place. Tasty, affordable & as much spice as you can stand!
(4)Emily U.
We come here all the time- love the bowl choices and range of hot sauces to use. I get cravings for this place! Also mountain views!
(4)Bethany W.
I love Fire Bowl Cafe. I wouldn't say it's incredibly authentic, however I've thoroughly enjoyed everything I've had there. I'm not sure if it's considered fast food--it's only the same lines as Tokyo Joes or Chipotle.
(5)Annie B.
I've eaten here a grip of times. The Vermicelli Singapore is my favorite! It's vermicelli noodles tossed with chicken and shrimp in a curry sauce. Delicious! Their spring rolls are also tasty and they have FRESH iced tea... BONUS! It is a bit on the pricey side, but worth stopping in every once in a while and you will be nice and stuffed when you leave. Last time I was there, it was overly greasy and I felt weighed down after eating. However, it is a great place to eat and I'd recommend it :)
(3)Cindy B.
OK, only one visit here, but I'll definitely go back again. It has a pretty good vibe to it, and the service was great. I tried one of the mix and match options which was really tasty, and Wheel tried the General Tso's. Unlike most places we've tried, their chicken is actually good - not just the icky leftover pieces from some other dish. Oh, and the crab rangoon might actually have real crab meat in it - shocker!
(4)Lisa O.
Great food. You can order your type of meat, white or brown rice or noodles, and choice of sauce. The vegetables were an add-on. Tastes great but it is a bit expensive - $8 or $9.00 for a bowl. The food is similar to Tokyo Joe's but Fire Bowl has more choices. It has a large lunch time crowd and can get noisy due to the acoustics of the room. If you want to have a nice conversation with friends, go during off peak lunch hours.
(4)Mrs K.
Fire Bowl is a fresh take on casual, Asian cuisine. It's absolutely delicious every time, consistent, fast, flavorful and affordable. The atmosphere is comfy casual, with lots of seating (that's always close to full at lunch time - that tells you something!). As a vegetarian, I love all of the delicious vegetarian options - which are all clearly marked with a little leaf on their menu board. They'll even make a few of the non-veggie items, like sesame chicken, which have vegetarian sauces, with tofu for more veg varieties. Everything I have ever had there is absolutely delish - and that's quite an informed opinion as my husband, friends and I have been there probably 40+ times. Their soft thai summer rolls are filling and addictive - that spicy peanut sauce is amazing. They have incredible veggie egg rolls - better than most restaurants I've been to. Their edamame comes in a huge portion for a low price, and it's fresh, hot and so tasty. I've had every veggie item on the menu and they are all incredible; from the Stirfry with tofu and either teriyaki, spicy peanut sauces, to the pineapple fried rice, huge salads, sesame tofu, veggie fried rice, wok toss lomein, fire noodles and soup. My non-veg hubbies loves everything he's ever had too, from the pad thai to the coconut soup and incredible pot stickers. The portions are huge and an amazing value. The food is served up fast, and fresh - all cooked to order, and is consistently delectable. The drink selection is great - gold peak teas are delicious. The managers are always present as well and the restaurant is very well managed. I highly recommend Fire Bowl to anyone looking for a quick, delicious meal, dine-in or take-out.
(5)mak m.
awesome. Simply superb thai food with a little variety. will go again and again. Best prices and best location.
(5)Daniela B.
I love this place! The atmosphere of the restaurant is really relaxed so you can enjoy your meal without feeling rushed, and the interior design/decor isn't cheesy. It's easy to navigate the menu because you choose options for noodles or rice, veggie mixes, meats, sauces, etc. Plus, the portions are pretty filling and easy on the wallet.
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