Clever Koi

We did the It Takes Two deal for $70 and got the Krazy Fries in addition to that. Everything was amazing! The Krazy Fries were one of the best things I’ve eaten in a long time. All the drinks +the XO noodles and Shoyu chicken ramen were also very good! We will definitely be coming back

First time here and first impression was that the atmosphere was cozy and warm with dim lights and outdoor warmer for dinner. The servers were kind and friendly, they printed out coloring pages for my kids! The food was delicious and definitely want to come back to try more off the menu. The one downside was the 35 minute wait for our food and not being checked in on during the wait. No refills on water or update on food.

Yo it has been a minute where I can say I had a 10/10 first impression when it comes to restaurants in the valley! Terrance “Bacon” gave us the experience of a lifetime! Again , first visit…. I’m a pretty picky but open eater and I’m always willing to try all cuisines. All of the food was rich with flavor and was cooked perfectly. It may be because we can 30 minutes into opening or that’s just really how fresh the food is on a normal basis. Either way I have to give the food a BIG 9/10. And I mean that from the heart. The FOOD heart!!!!! The short rib dumplings 9/10 The low mein and orange chicken 9/10 The trio of steamed buns 10/10 Pork ramen 8/10 The fried banana fritters……. Bruh….10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ All the drinks were perfect. Based on this visit I would highly recommend. Free parking within walking distance. Plenary of seating inside and some available outdoors.

I will definitely come back. More of an Asian Fusion menu. The steam buns were amazing as was their more creative version of orange chicken. The place has a great vibe and is much easier to get seated here than the other Gilbert strip restaurants.

We had dinner there this evening and it was overall a decent experience but I wouldn’t return. Short rib dumplings: 2/5 Five steamed dumplings in broth. It came out at room temperature and we had to ask the kitchen to remake it. The second version was noticeably warmer but still not as hot as it should be. I think this dish has potential if they can figure out how to serve it hot. Krazy Fries: 4/5 Came out piping hot! Crispy fries covered with pieces of pork belly. I think the garlic aioli was a bit too heavy handed. Would recommend getting it on the side to preserve the crispness of the fries and pork belly. Chow mein: 3/5 Not sure why they call it chow mein when they use Japanese yakisoba noodles. This dish was tasty but nothing special. It came out hot but the noodles were a bit overcooked. Bulgogi steak (side): 2/5 We ordered bulgogi steak as an added protein to the chow mein. Our server said it would be sliced but it’s not thinly sliced the way traditional bulgogi is. The steak was lukewarm and not very tender. It tasted nothing like bulgogi. Fried rice: 3/5 Also decent but nothing special. Came out hot which should be expected of all dishes but it seemed hit or miss here so I’m mentioning it. Orange chicken (side): 3/5 We ordered orange chicken as an added protein to the fried rice. It was four battered pieces coated in an orange glaze. It was hot but overcooked (the chicken was tough and stringy, not tender). Kids chicken karaage and French fries: 5/5 For $10, this was the best value and best executed dish of the evening. The chicken was hot and crispy and tender (not overcooked), and the French fries were very crispy and hot. I think this place is okay if you’re not seeking authentic Asian cuisine and not picky about the temperature of your food.

The service was above and beyond, they were never too busy to answer my questions and listen. My son worked at Clever Koi before he passed away 4 years ago. A few staff members removed him with high praise, that made our experience even more special!!!

A fun ramen restaurant to visit with family, friends, or for a date night. We shared a Thai Salad, which for 2 people is a large 1st course, but a decent portion shared between 5 people. I ordered the Kimchi Carbonara--5 stars for the kimchi and udon. However, I thought there would be more kimchi, it was the first name of the dish, and that it would be mixed into the pasta; and the carbonara sauce was more like a box mac n cheese--I'd get the kimchi again, but not the carbonara (I've enjoyed carbonara in Italy, so this is Koi's interpretation). For guests who do not appreciate such Asian fusion options, there aren't simple options without ordering from the kids menu, or building your own bowl, and for that it seems like an overly-priced ramen house.

We can’t believe it took us so long to find this place! Great atmosphere & our server was excellent. Ordered the hot chicken, pork belly, & soft shell crab steamed buns to start. Phenomenal flavors & the best steamed buns we’ve ever had. The Katsu chicken sandwich w/ Thai salad was delightful & each bite was so flavorful I didn’t want it to end. We’ll definitely be coming back here again!

Let me start with a little tid bit about Downtown Gilbert. There is nothing really special about it outside of the vibe is right. Always a lot of people there so it makes you want to be there. Restaurant wise they have really basic offerings. Places you can find in Mesa, and Tempe, and Scottsdale. Now.... What truly makes Downtown Gilbert special are the small shops that are hidden away from the "main strip". One of those places is Clever Koi. Hidden in the Parking lot space behind Shaq's Chicken spot is a small strip of shops. A book store, smoothie place, and my favorite Clever Koi. Our family has very different tastes when we move from one member to the next. So finding places that we all like gets tricky. Clever Koi makes that easy because we honestly have yet to run into something we don't like. Let's start with our favorite starter. The steamed buns (giggity). The pork belly is hands down phenomenal. An amazing bite that literally makes you want more and more. The lazy fries are just that, again pork belly is included, but that garlic aioli is what drives this dish. The tai salad is obviously classic. The short rib dumplings literally make you close your eyes and just say "Mmmmmm". My middle child is the hardest pallet to please at any restaurant as he only eats certain things, but the Chicken Katsu sandwich here is his second favorite chicken sandwich in all this world. The first time he ate it he spent the whole ride home raving about it. Mind you, we live in San Tan, so not a short ride. The shaking beef is always good. It has this firey kick that brings the heat upfront but does not linger. You cannot forget about the fried rice here. Rice is one of my weaknesses in life second only to pizza. Fried rice ranks right up there with my top favorite ways to eat rice and this ranks right up there with my favorite fried rice places. The main reason we come here is because of the noodles. Ramen, ramen, ramen. When you think of Ramen, I assure you this is what you are thinking of. The broth is oh so savory and reigns in the fresh veggies and proteins to meld them with the noodles for a flavor punch each time you have a mouthful. They have great drinks here as well, or so I've been told by the other adults I come here with. I always just get a sake and Sapporo so... LOL The service is always good here and we somehow always manage to miss the lunch or dinner rush which is awesome. All in all... this is by far my favorite dining spot in downtown Gilbert. Great food, great drinks, great service, great atmosphere, in the middle of a great little square. A must eat for me.

Transport yourself to a city from-scratch Asian restaurant with a plethora of handmade cocktails and an upscale warm, inviting vibe. This is Clever Koi. Our server Maya was incredible and extremely knowledgeable on all dishes, drinks, and so many details of the restaurant! I've never had this good of service anywhere! My wife and I had the Pad See Ew with the braised chicken thigh which was INCREDIBLE. Perfectly chewy noodles, great seasoning. I highly recommend adding some of the homemade Fresno chile sriracha for a kick! The pork ramen was also very delicious. Be warned it's a lot of pork! My wife preferred it with the green jalapeño sriracha. The drinks were also very unique and delicious! A sideline view for me and riding the line for my wife. Oh and the best part was the dessert Bananas foster hush puppy puffs. These were so unique, seasoned with cinnamon sugar and Chinese 5 spice. It took some getting used to but the more you ate it with the Carmel toffee sauce the more I enjoyed it. All in all I can see why people love this place! It's a 5 star restaurant for a 3 star price! If you're looking to expand your flavor palette and have a wonderful evening I can't recommend Clever Koi enough!

Weather was perfect for ramen so we went to our favorite spot. Clever Koi is our go-to for tasty drinks and food. They had a bao special going where the Sonoran Bun was bao, filled with spam, beans, cotija, pico, and avocado, super tasty. I had the Midnight Oni Highball which is a favorite cocktail with whisky, plum whiskey and a plum cordial with club soda, super tasty. The ramen always hits the spot. Delicious tonkatsu pork broth with noodles, lots of tasty pork belly, mushroom, soft egg. Scallions, bean sprouts and of course ramen noodles. Just the thing for chilly weather. Service is always friendly and attentive, you can't go wrong! Highly recommended.

Went today for a special dinner! We got the chicken and pork ramen, both were amazing. Get the spicy bomb, it gives it a great kick. Also got the chicken katsu sandwich. It has good flavor but the bread is stale and tastes like normal white grocery bread- no authenticity. But the service and ambiance was great! Would come back!

This may not be a super authentic/traditional Japanese joint, but the flavors of the food we ordered was delicious! I came here with my boyfriend for lunch on a Sunday morning and we had a great time. We were able to find parking in a nearby garage, but there is also decent lot parking outside the restaurant. When you walk in, there is outdoor patio seating, bar seating, as well as indoor seating. We were greeted and seated very quickly, and our waiter was attentive and gave great recommendations. It is fairly large, with Asian-inspired/Japanese-inspired decor. It was also decorated for Halloween, which was very cute and there is one tv near the bar that was playing a sports game. I wasn't too hungry but my boyfriend ordered the Thai tea and the chicken katsu sandwich while I ordered the cauliflower kimchi bao (one bao was around $7). His Thai tea was good, but definitely not as strong as I'm used to. The chicken katsu sandwiches were also decent, but the chicken katsu itself was more toasty and dark brown instead of the classic golden katsu that I am used to. The fries that it came with, however, were out of this world! My bao was also very impressive - I loved the texture of the bao and the flavor of the cauliflower kimchi was subtle but the perfect blend. We would love to come by on a Saturday night, as the vibes really sold us on this place!

So sad to leave this review as I love the name, and both service and the vibe of this restaurant is great. Where they completely fail is the taste of the food. We ordered 3 bao buns- 3 for $18 or $7 each. We ordered 2 pork belly and 1 shrimp. I was really looking forward to it but as soon as I bit into the pork belly bun, I realized it was not edible. It was extremely tough and I just could not chew through it. The shrimp bun was ok, but it only had 1 small piece of shrimp and it didn't have much flavor. We also ordered the chicken katsu sandwich with fries. The fries were very good but the sandwich was extremely underwhelming. It didn't taste like anything?? Hubby even made a comment about how it was possible to take the flavor out of chicken? This restaurant has so much potential but their food needs a serious overhaul. It's like they don't even know about the basic flavor composition of Asian food!The concept is great but the execution is so far from being an Asian fusion restaurant.

This is one of my favorite Asian fusion restaurants. Controversial but they have the best ramen in town. We had the calamari friend for an app and the dumplings and they were soooo good. We usually ge the crazy fries but this was a good switch up and we were not disappointed. We always end up with the pork belly ramen- it is FIRE and a must try! We also had the orange chicken and rice which had such good flavors as well. The bartenders are always super friendly and make such bomb drinks. This place is an 11/10 in my book.

I had not been here in years. But I wanted to eat their steamed buns. The ramen is supposed to be good but I was craving the buns. I got 2 pork and one chicken. The pork belly was excellent! Crispy and delicious. With peanuts and cucumbers. I asked for the cilantro to be removed because I don't like cilantro. The hot chicken was delicious too. My server Eric was great. Brought water without asking for it and checked in with me a couple of times. The restaurant is spacious and was empty for lunch on a Sunday. There's a nice patio area to sit outside too

Clever Koi, you Koi-mplete me. Feeling koi-ful today! We ordered two trios of baos (mine with pork belly, kimchi tempura cauliflower, and the featured steamed bun of fried shrimp), duck ramen, and a golden myth cocktail. Did we over-order? We sure did! The portions here are generous. Share a trio of baos, share the ramen, but don't share your cocktails because they're seriously good. I really enjoyed all my baos and I think these baos are definitely worth ordering. Each version was interesting and delicious. I especially liked the kimchi tempura cauliflower. As for my duck ramen, as much as I like duck, I found my ramen to be super rich. It was thick, packed full of sodium, and lacked a certain balance. I mainly ordered the ramen because our waiter spoke highly of their ramen, even saying that they're known for it. I do want to rty their other noodle dishes though. All in all, I had an amazing time here! The vibes were vibin' and the interior is just completely gorgeous. In a world full of fish, be a koi.

I was first introduced to Clever Koi at a prior Yelp event and my first experience was a pleasant one and I wanted to give it another visit. They're located near a parking garage so parking wasn't an issue. We were able to make a reservation for 7:45 pm dinner. We were seated promptly. The atmosphere gives off a cozy, warm and inviting atmosphere. Shortly after being seated we were provided with water and greeted by our friendly server. He was knowledgeable about the menu and provided great recommendations. On this visit we ordered 3 of their steamed buns (2 pork bellies and 1 featured steam bun). We also shared their orange chicken and chilled sesame noodles. All the dishes were fantastic and full of flavor. I also ordered one of their ube'be pina colada mocktail which was also delicious. My nine year old stepson was also with us. He ordered their fried rice and pork belly Raman. The portions were generous, but not full of a ton of flavor. Overall a great place for dinner and would visit again.

Absolutely LOVED the vibe here. I walked by when they were closed, peeked inside, and knew I wanted to come back. They are also on InKind, so I got a great discount through the app! The vibes are really cool. They had fun Halloween decor up that made it really fun without being too cheesy. They seem to be super busy so I would recommend a reservation. We walked in without one and were able to get a table, but it was the last one. I am gluten free and pescatarian and our waitress checked on a few things for me to be sure I was able to eat whatever I was ordering. I ended up getting the drunken noodles with shrimp since the tofu has soy sauce here. They were SO SPICY! Probably the spiciest thing I have ever eaten. Yes, it does mention chili oil on the menu, but it was practically inedible it was so spicy and I do not feel like the menu adequately warned me. They are known for cocktails but the menu is overwhelming, so I asked my server for recs. I told her I like an acidic drink with some fruit but not a lot of sweetness and she recommended a margarita....I know I like margs, I did not need that recommendation. I let her know I was more interested in one of their 20+ signature cocktails and she didn't have any guidance. The chairs here are also kind of gross. They are all completely peeling. Parts of the seat of the chair were falling off and peeling a ton. We even saw a table that had a completely peeled off chair. Fun spot, great cocktails, but I think they need new chairs and a better indication of spice level on the menu.

How did I miss this place for so long! You gotta have this on your list of restaurants in downtown Gilbert. Located near the garage this place is a fresh take on Asian restaurant. They have bao buns, ramen, drunken noodles. So it caters to all your likings. Their cartoon drink menu is a highlight and the cocktail selection is endless. To start off with I went with long thailand, crab dumplings and assorted bao buns with chicken, pork and kimchi. The drink was absolutely yummy and was delightfully good. The crab dumplings were delicious, crispy and flavorful. My favorite were the bao buns, all were excellent and I could just eat them all day. I tried the vegan ramen, which was decent and the tofu was the highlight, it was grilled and had a good texture. Overall an awesome experience with exceptional service. The ambiance is chic and modern. I'll be back soon!

Following up on a recent Yelp Elite Week visit to Clever Koi in Gilbert, took my daughter and her fiancée there for dinner. Despite living in Gilbert and frequently dining in Gilbert heritage district, they had never been. Great visit. Had reservation, but probably didn't need it on weeknight at 6 pm. I just want to ensure we had an inside table for Luna since it was 104' out. Promptly seated and then visited by our server who explained the Clever Koi unique vibe (Asian food representing dishes from the whole area) and then the very inventive craft cocktail menu. I love it. We started with some the Shrimp Shoyu taco's, and the moved into an order of steamed buns. Then it was entree time while I enjoyed my very tasty and unique Golden Myth cocktail. Having worked and lived around Asia, I can say the dishes are a pretty darn good representation of the originals. We sampled the Pad See Ew with pork belly; the Chow Mein with bulgogi; and the Drunken Noodles with bulgogi. Service was nice, several servers teamed up on our table and the bartender even came out with our cocktails and said both Phoenix area Clever Koi locations were going to be developing their own unique cocktail list (they currently share the list). Coolio. I'll drop in for a happy hour cocktail just by itself. They really are a star of the Clever Koi experience. In addition to Golden Myth, we tried the Kanagawa's Great Wave and the String of Pearls cocktails. All three were refreshing and unique. Nice outdoor, shaded patio with misting fans will keep you cool as a cucumber if at height on summer heat. Everything was about $50 pp with appetizer, craft cocktail and entree ex tax and tip. I think a pretty good value. Both my daughter and her fiancée loved it. The reputation deservedly grows

Hubby and I checked out Clever Koi for date night for the first time last night and were not disappointed! Our server Maya did an excellent job making some recommendations and was so nice and attentive! We started with the avocado rangoons and a trio of steamed buns. The rangoons were super crispy and full of flavor and the pineapple chili sauce and hot mustard were perfect compliments. We were even dipping the cabbage garnish in the pineapple sauce, we couldn't get enough! For the steam buns we went with the tempura cauliflower, the pork belly, and the seasonal catfish. The cauliflower had a great texture and the sauce was delicious, just a little hard to eat as it's one big, round piece of cauliflower in an oval shaped bun so some bites are all bun and others is a big bite of just cauliflower. The pork belly was delicious and flavorful and the hoisin sauce and peanuts were a great addition. Lastly the catfish was perfectly done and the yuzu aioli on top was *chefs kiss*. For entrees I went with the tonkatsu ramen and hubby had the miso chicken ramen. Both were delicious. The broths were phenomenal and the toppings plentiful. Our noodles were just a little under done so a little chewy still and my soft egg was covered in a goopy, almost still translucent egg white. I'm all for a jammy egg but I just prefer the egg white a smidge more cooked/firm. Overall, a great meal with great service inside a beautifully designed dining room. The decor is very pretty with flowers and lanterns artfully placed and good music for the perfect vibe for date night or gathering with friends.

I had a glowing review here, but after tonight I'm not sure about this place. The inside of the restaurant only had two tables seated. The rest was completely empty. I asked for an indoor table and was told the wait would be 45 minutes. This makes no sense. If the restaurant really was reserved up it would take longer than 45 minutes to flip tables that aren't seated yet.

We came here on a Saturday evening with no reservation, and the weather was pretty nice so we opted for a table outside on the patio. There is plenty of parking in the parking garage just a short walk away. We were seated right away and our server introduced himself shortly afterwards. We ordered a couple cocktails from the cutest comic book inspired drink menu. They have a wide selection of drinks, so definitely take some time to read through it to find the one that suits your preference the best. We ordered all of our food with the intent to share so we can try more. We ordered a few appetizers and a couple entrees, and everything came out fairly quickly given it was a busy night. I highly recommend trying the house made sriracha sauces! They're not too spicy, but add a nice citrusy flavor to any dish you add it to. We were huge fans. Everything we ordered was good, however my only critique would be regarding the shaking beef. Being Vietnamese myself, I have had many shaking beef dishes in the past. The one here at Clever Koi was good, but it does not taste like what shaking beef should taste like. This dish is typically strong in garlic and mixed with onions and/or bell pepper, and the shaking beef we tried here did not taste like it should have, although it was still very tasty. Overall, I would come here again. The ambiance is nice and the servers were great, no major complaints on my end!

Great place for happy hour! Their HH cocktails did go up in price by a dollar but still a decent selection to choose from for 11.00. The cocktails posted were not on their HH menu (left) Riding the Pine and (right) Scarlet Sora. Both were our best cocktails of the night. There isn't a great selection of appetizers or starters on the HH menu but definitely yummy food that I have reviewed here before.

The food here was fine, but definitely not worth the price. I ordered the Chicken Katsu Sandwich, and for $18, it just didn't deliver. The portion size was fair--I had leftovers--but the sandwich was packed with more cabbage than chicken, which felt like a letdown. My wife got the XO noodles. If you're into strong, fish-forward flavors, you might enjoy them. Personally, I thought they were just okay. The scallops completely overpowered everything else, so it ended up tasting like a one-note bowl of fishy noodles. The bao were a mixed bag. The shrimp one had barely any filling (you can see it in the photos), but the pork belly and hot chicken baos were actually pretty solid. Overall, it feels like the place is relying more on its "upscale" image than on delivering standout flavors. You can tell they're using quality ingredients, but the execution was bland and forgettable. That said, the service was great--our waiter was friendly and attentive, and the patio was genuinely a nice spot to sit with a good vibe. But at these prices, I expected a lot more from the food.

Came here for Sunday Funday past weekend. Had a blast actually, we thought the food was pretty decent and the drinks were delish. My personal fave is the bees knees cocktail. I find the ambiance inviting. Our server was great and attentive. I would say the happy hour could be better but regardless I think it's a great deal especially if you use the inkind app.

Our server here was fantastic! Can't remember his name but he was super sweet and did a great job. Food and drinks here were pretty good. Enjoyed the vibe.

I love this place. The atmosphere is old world charm meets sleek and chic dining. After a delicious meal I asked for a Hallmark cocktail that embraced the fall. I was delighted with what I was given. Not to sweet with a hint of fall flavors. The rich flavor was not too filling, overall, it was perfect!

Everything from the buns to the crazy fries to the XO, atmosphere, helpful and friendly service to the wine and mixed cocktails were top-notch! I highly recommend getting something with pork belly. Damn fine stuff!

Yummy place! My family and I came here to and tried many different dishes. I have heard of the one in Phoenix and was excited to hear there was one opening up in Gilbert. The ambience is great, very modern and a good amount of seating. They have many different options for drinks and our server was helpful in suggesting options to us. We specifically ordered the Porn Star, Zenitsu Zour and the Scarlet Sora. Although the drinks took a hot minute to get to our table, they were delicious and we would definitley order them again. For appetizers, we ordered the Avocado Crab Rangoons and the Steamed Buns. Both were really tasty and didn't last long on the table. For dinner, we ordered an array of dishes. I personally had the Pork Ramen. It was good, however I would have prefered that it was creamy. The rest of the table ordered the Katsu Sandwich, Drunken Noodles, Shaking Beef and Chow Main. Everybody seemed to really enjoy it and took the leftovers home since they were great size portions. Overall we had a great time. The only thing I struggled with was the service being a little slower. Our server was great, but the drinks and our food took longer than expected. I know this very well could be a growing pain, so I will be back in the future!

A lot of food options to choose from. It's a great restaurant to bring a large party to. Everything we ordered from the menu tasted fine.

Loved the Halloween decor, the shaking beef with the rice was very flavorful and a good amount of food. I think the pork bun was the star of the show.

Always excellent service from all staff members. Never bad service and the food?!!, omg DELICIOUS!!! The bar "artists " are phenomenal when it comes to mixing drinks.

We had dinner there this evening and it was overall a decent experience but I wouldn't return. Short rib dumplings: 2/5 Five steamed dumplings in broth. It came out at room temperature and we had to ask the kitchen to remake it. The second version was noticeably warmer but still not as hot as it should be. I think this dish has potential if they can figure out how to serve it hot. Krazy Fries: 4/5 Came out piping hot! Crispy fries covered with pieces of pork belly. I think the garlic aioli was a bit too heavy handed. Would recommend getting it on the side to preserve the crispness of the fries and pork belly. Chow mein: 3/5 Not sure why they call it chow mein when they use Japanese yakisoba noodles. This dish was tasty but nothing special. It came out hot but the noodles were a bit overcooked. Bulgogi steak (side): 2/5 We ordered bulgogi steak as an added protein to the chow mein. Our server said it would be sliced but it's not thinly sliced the way traditional bulgogi is. The steak was lukewarm and not very tender. It tasted nothing like bulgogi. Fried rice: 3/5 Also decent but nothing special. Came out hot which should be expected of all dishes but it seemed hit or miss here so I'm mentioning it. Orange chicken (side): 3/5 We ordered orange chicken as an added protein to the fried rice. It was four battered pieces coated in an orange glaze. It was hot but overcooked (the chicken was tough and stringy, not tender). Kids chicken karaage and French fries: 5/5 For $10, this was the best value and best executed dish of the evening. The chicken was hot and crispy and tender (not overcooked), and the French fries were very crispy and hot. I think this place is okay if you're not seeking authentic Asian cuisine and not picky about the temperature of your food.

The food was alright, a little over cooked. The vibe is chill. Did not get much service at the bar. It's open seating but no one check on me. I finally waved a server down. I would go again though.

This review is based specifically on our happy hour cocktail experience - I have eaten here before, many years ago and really did enjoy the experience, but it's been a so long, I can't really speak for it at this time, but based on our bar experience, imagine it would still be great! My husband and I were in the vicinity and thought we'd find a happy hour in the area. We really enjoyed our previous experience at Clever Koi, so thought we'd snag a seat at the bar for some beverages. At the time of this review they had a 4-6 Friday happy hour. They offer a couple bucks off of their appetizers and then offer $10 classic cocktails, which they have a nice selection of. Love the inside decor, very vibey and moody while still hovering nice light during the day, perfect option for a date night or have a nice dinner with friends or family. The bartenders were so friendly and on top of it, bringing us the menus promptly, along with water and asked if we had any questions. We only got the name of one of them, Kazton; but both of them were great. I ordered the Bees Knees, that came with a lavender touch and my husband got the Green Point. Both were delicious, perfectly balanced and hit the mark. My husband followed up with a recommendation,to follow his first cocktail (can't recall the name), from the bartender, which he really enjoyed. The food menu looked delicious and they had this kimchi burger as their special that sounded amazing, but alas, we had dinner plans. That being said, we will definitely be putting a pin in it for a a future visit to enjoy!

Not sure why this place is not always packed. I love their bao's, especially the cauliflower one. Lots of flavor. I came here one evening and it was empty, so obviously service would be great.

I just discovered this little gem of a restaurant, and oh, do I wish I had found it sooner! I went there with my family for brunch/lunch last Sunday, and everything--food and service--was absolutely excellent. The fried rice was outstanding--unlike any I've had before. You didn't have to search for the eggs or the herbs and vegetables; it was all perfectly mixed in, making every bite scrumptious, flavorful, and full of spices. So well-made! The drinks were crafted beautifully and arrived quickly. we didn't have to wait half an hour for them, which was a nice change. The service was exceptional, and I loved how the staff worked together to make sure everything ran smoothly. Everyone was attentive, and the bartender even brought the drinks to our table himself. The bar area is beautiful. I loved this place so much that I tried to go back for lunch, only to realize they're only open for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays. That's the only downside, but it doesn't take away from how amazing this restaurant is. If you haven't been to Clever Koi, you're definitely missing out. I will be coming back time and time again! Everything was excellent.

Hubs and I visited back on a weeknight in January. It was a chilly night and we were craving some warmth and ramen. We've heard great things about Clever Koi so we decided to give them a try. We arrived close to 8 pm and though there were other diners there, the place was not at all busy. We were greeted and seated right away. The space has a nice romantic vibe. We ordered the following: Korean fried mushrooms Calamari fries Vegan ramen + soft egg x2 The Korean fried mushrooms came with maitake mushrooms, daikon sprouts, red sriracha vinaigrette, and sesame seeds. They were very crunchy and tasty, especially with the vinaigrette! The calamari fries came with tempura calamari, mint, furikake, and yuzu aioli. Another tasty app. Hubs and I both ordered the same entree, vegan ramen with a soft egg. Though I appreciated the generous portion and amount of veggies (it was loaded!), I unfortunately did not love the flavor. I would have also preferred a creamier broth. I've heard their ramen is really good, so maybe I just ordered the wrong one. Nonetheless, we had a great experience and would definitely return. There's so much to try!

Stopped in for dinner with a bunch of work friends. We heard good things about the restaurant and the atmosphere seemed fun. We were seated pretty quickly and staff was very friendly. I started off with an array of steamed buns (pork belly, Korean hot chicken and soft shell crab). They were all delicious! I would definitely have them again. For my entree I ordered the Spicy Kimchi Ramen. This was a little disappointing. I love kimchi, but the kimchi they used wasn't my favorite. Add the in-house made siracha, it's delicious. I was thinking about giving it a 3, but upped the score to a 4 because of the ambiance and friendly staff.

My wife and I celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary, and Sara S. made our very first Clever Koi experience unforgettable. From her spot-on recommendations to her warm, genuine conversation, Sara is an absolute gem. If you're visiting Clever Koi in Gilbert, AZ, do yourself a favor and ask for her!

I've never been to a restaurant that serves ramen. Clever Koi was the only restaurant in DT Gilbert I hadn't tried yet so I was slightly excited to finally try it. Nice setup inside. Very nice ambiance. Service was good. For food I had the Pork Ramen. It was ok. It wasn't hot at all. Very little pork. Noodles were very undercooked for my liking. At home I make 50 cent ramen and add sesame oil, Sriracha, peanut butter, and two eggs. I prefer much more than ramen I had here. It wasn't bad just was expecting something a lot better.

This place used to be AMAZING few years back one of my favs. But unfortunately it's just not the same anymore :(. They got rid of their soft shell crab bun, and the quality of there ramen has totally changed. What use to be a rich creamy addicting tonkotsu broth, is now greasy and over salted. I wonder why things have changed so much :(

My boyfriend and I decided to try Clever Koi as our first meal landing in Arizona. We made a reservation, but had some issues with our rental leaving the airport and the restaurant was very accommodating about us running late. Clever Koi is such a cute date night vibe with their interior. We ordered the Steamed Buns (Korean Hot Chicken/Pork Belly/Soft Shell Crab), Short Rib Dumplings, XO Noodles, and Ba New New. Steamed Buns- Our favorite was the Pork Belly. I did wish it was a bigger piece but it was nice and fatty. The chicken was a good spin off of a Popeyes chicken sandwich, but in a bun form. The crab was our least favorite- we weren't a fan of the yuzu aioli. XO Noodles- Snow peas were a bit too crunchy for my liking. It was nothing special and it took too long after we finished our other entrees for the kitchen to make it even though we told our waitress we wanted our food as its cooked. Short Rib Dumplings- The short ribs reminded me of the meats in pho. Broth was flavorful and the broth and dumplings went well together. Ba New New- Sweet fruit drink, but I didn't get a lot of banana tasting to it. Overall, I wanted to like Clever Koi a lot more. The service was a bit slow to get our food ordered. I wasn't sure also why it took so long for the XO Noodles to come out especially after we had finish everything else and it's made on a wok so it should be quick. I was expecting to like the food more from all reading up all the reviews, but it was just ok. The portions were a bit small too, but as for the pricing it wasn't too bad. Maybe I'm used to eating Asian fusion in the OC, but nothing was really special for me to come back.

Got the chicken katsu and the bread was soft and chicken was crispy! I liked the aioli it came with as well. Wish it came with a little more fries though. The ambiance was fun - perfect for a date night!

Wow I am surprised I haven't tried this place before! I have been to downtown Gilbert many times and finally came here and tried this amazing restaurant. My table ordered a couple of different things and everything was delicious!!!!! Fabulous ambiance, casual and modern with really attentive service. Now the food and drinks were wonderful!!!!! Things I tried and highly recommend because they were all cooked to perfection and very flavorful , xo noodles, calamari fries, pork dumplings, Szechuan catfish, every single one delicious. I cannot wait to go back as this place is on my list of favorites now! Yum!

Food was so good! Service was great! Bar was visually appealing. Atmosphere was modern and cozy. Definitely a great dinner place for a date and then walking through Downtown Gilbert.

I loved the vibe inside, it was super relaxing and nicely decorated. For starters, I shared the calamari fries with my friend which I really enjoyed. I typically find most fried calamari dishes not very good as they are usually too chewy, but these I really liked as they had a crispy outside, and they were fresh out the fryer. I had the chicken katsu sandwich as my entree with a Thai salad on the side, both I found to be very delicious. The salad was refreshing, and the chicken was juicy with a crisp outside. The bread was lightly toasted and the vegetables and sauce all paired nicely. I did not get a photo, but I tried my friend's steamed bun, and they were the fluffiest and softest steamed buns I have ever had. I loved every single thing I tried!

My gf and I decided to try Clever Koi since we had never been here before. We were looking for Chinese food and Asian Fusion seemed to fit the bill. Walking into the restaurant at about 1230, I was quite surprised at how empty this place was. We were the only ones at the bar. We ordered some drinks. The enabler was very tasty! For lunch I went with the Szechuan catfish. It had the perfect amount of spice/heat and the flavor was outstanding! The restaurant itself was pleasing to the eye. It was dimly lit, which was nice to not be too bright. The music in the background was not overbearing. This is surely a place I'd recommend to friends and will likely return to.

I'm certainly not clever and therefore won't be coy about the wonderful dishes and terrific time we had at Clever Koi. Asian Fusion at its finest! An extensive variety of delicious treats with a considerable amount of flavors to excite even the most picky palate. Clever indeed! The entire assortment of dishes ordered were simple, imaginative, flavorful, and well prepared. Every plate was well received. Please see *Photos of the spread and without a doubt you'll be enticed! Service: Although it was dinnertime with the restaurant pretty crowded, service was amazing and prompt from beginning to end. Cannot say enough about how wonderful the entire perch at Clever Koi was. Also noticed many patrons were regulars making it a true comfortable relaxed setting. Come make a stop at Clever Koi to savor the food and drinks. And if thats not enough to reel you in (see what i did there), check out the Happy Hour menu where tasty treats await you at a bargain!! *Extensive food menu plus a marvelous array of wines, cocktails, saké, and beers! Oh My! *Parking never an issue as it is next to a huge parking structure. *We had reservations and glad we did. As always, thank you for reading! Enjoy life and be safe.

Amazing cocktails, friendly service and great atmosphere. The beef was too spicy for me.

This restaurant is the best! The food is amazing, the staff are kind and I absolutely love the ambiance of the place. Would recommend to a friend, I'm a fan of their fried rice and Thai salad.

I've tried this place many times since I love a good ramen and they had best ramen advertised. I would certainly say good and ingredients are from scratch, but I'm not sure about the best. The ambiance and service are incredible and I love those aspects but never feel crazy excited towards the grub. Excellent drinks and bosa buns however!

I was invited by Clever Koi to return again and hopefully have a better experience. I brought a friend with me and dined in around 6:30 pm on a Wednesday evening. The restaurant was much slower this evening and seemed less hectic overall. Our waitress was attentive and helpful throughout the evening. I ordered the fried rice and asked for kimchi braised chicken as the add-on protein. Once I received the dish, I noticed that the chicken didn't seem to look like it had any kimchi incorporated at all in looks or flavor. The waitress confirmed that the kimchi chicken is normally red, while mine was plain looking. However, the kitchen insisted it was the kimchi braised chicken. Either way, it tasted like plain chicken so the waitress gave me a side of kimchi to eat with the dish, which was enjoyable. The fried rice was overall tasty, but had slightly too much ginger for my personal preference to the point where it overpowered the dish. Similarly, the kimchi has strong ginger flavor which is not traditional for kimchi. Overall, a much better experience in terms of service and ambiance. The food was good overall and I appreciated the opportunity to come back and try a new dish. My friend enjoyed the chicken ramen and we both enjoyed our Paloma drinks as well!

My overall experience at Clever Koi was good. The ambiance is modern, clean, and has a great look to it. Our host and waiter were fine--nothing particularly remarkable, and if anything, they came off a bit awkward and clumsy, but they did take care of my table. The ramen was a solid 4/5 experience. I loved the noodles and the broth, but I wasn't a fan of the amount of kimchi, which overpowered the other flavors in the soup. Also, the soft-boiled egg was essentially raw, with the yolk and whites uncooked--not sure how that got missed. On the positive side, the pork belly was generous and crispy. I would likely return to Clever Koi, but the issues I mentioned leave me a bit hesitant.

I absolutely love this place. We have celebrated Bdays and anniversaries here and it's always a great time. The food and service are always on point and the drinks are so bomb! We'll be back for date night next week.