TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge

This restaurant is aesthetically stunning—stepping inside feels like being transported somewhere deep in Asia, with an ambiance that elevates the entire dining experience. While the menu is on the pricier side, the quality justifies the cost. I ordered the miso cod, which was exceptional, paired with perfectly prepared baby bok choy. My 10-year-old enjoyed the lobster sushi, and for dessert, we couldn’t choose just one… so we indulged in two, both outstanding. The only element that kept this from being a truly flawless experience was our server the first time we went to this restaurant, who appeared disengaged and unhappy throughout the evening—not only with us but with other guests as well. When you’re spending nearly $200 before tip, that lack of warmth detracts from an otherwise memorable evening. Aside from that, overall service was solid, and the food and atmosphere were remarkable. The second time here I had a more pleasant dinning experience with my husband. Food was phenomenal, service was impeccable, music was not so loud and DJ was amazing, and the manager Daniel was so very attentive and made this whole experience a 5 star! Next time you go, ask for Daniel!!

We were very impressed with the food and service here. We had a little bit more of a wait than we expected but it was extremely busy that night but dinner made up for it. Perfect cocktails. The vibe was electric, but we all prefer not having such loud music when I am dining which is why I gave 3 stars for atmosphere. Being around the music business for over 30 years, I hope management can consider the fact that music can be delightful without the customers not being able to hear one another while dining.

Wanted to go somewhere in Mohegan nice for my birthday. Definitely feel like I picked the right place, the decor was beautiful I loved the dark vibes especially for dinner. There wasn’t anything I had that night that I didn’t like. My favorite dessert in the tower would totally be the donuts with the caramel! Can’t ever go wrong with an Espresso Martini! The spicy tuna over crispy rice was probably my favorite! Also whoever they have playing the music (not sure if it’s a Dj or playlist) but they played so many good songs definitely gave me 90’s & current vibes! Great taste in music!! Highly recommend when you’re in Mohegan

We went to Tao at Mohegan Sun on Halloween night to celebrate our anniversary — because we thought a “high-end” restaurant would make the night special. Spoiler: we were wrong. So wrong. Painfully wrong. Let’s start with the steak skewers. Calling them steak is generous. They were basically charred lumps of fat on a stick. I’ve seen better cuts left over in the grocery store trash bin. Every bite was like chewing a rubber band that lost a fight. Then came dessert — the donuts. Cute idea… until the “chocolate” sauce showed up. And by chocolate, I mean whatever sticky, fake, chocolate-flavored syrup-sludge they bought by the gallon from the “everything is $1” aisle. It tasted like sadness and corn syrup. Now, on to the service. You know that feeling when you walk into a store and the employees look like they’ve already mentally quit? That was the energy. We spent most of the night trying to make eye contact like we were signaling for rescue. Drinks took forever. Food came out whenever the kitchen felt like it. No one checked on anything — which honestly might’ve been for the best, because I’m not sure I could’ve gotten the words “This is awful” out politely. And the bill? Over $200. For the experience of being ignored while eating fat-on-a-stick and Dollar-Tree chocolate sauce. So yes — happy anniversary to us. We’ll remember it forever — just not in the way we planned. If you want good food, good service, or a restaurant that cares, go literally anywhere else. If you want a place to take fake “luxury” Instagram photos while eating food that tastes like regret, Tao is waiting for you.

I went to TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge recently and wow, it’s fancy. The décor is dramatic — dark lighting, mood music, luxe Asian vibes. I felt dressed up just walking in. The sushi was amazing, super fresh and beautifully presented. I also really enjoyed the warm sake and the traditional tea — both were perfect touches. If you’re looking for a place to treat yourself, this is one for those nights.

I came here on a reservation specifically for the 'Peking duck'! I have been looking for a good crispy peking duck for a while and I was very pleased with how it tasted,I was worried it would be too small but it was just perfect for 2 people. The 'peking duck' has 3 layers.The skin which is thinner than a chip and crispy with a texture that almost melts in your mouth! It wasn't fatty at all.The 2nd is the meat below the skin which is really meaty.The 3rd layer is also meaty but it is more salty and flavorful than the 2nd layer. I recommend eating the 'peking duck' with one of the rice options.I had the 'triple pork fried rice' and it was amazing.The duck also came with some sort of spring rolls and a dipping sauce with green onions and cucumbers. When I was done with my food the waitress went in the back and made my food ready to go! Everyone was very nice and helpful.

Absolutely beautiful restaurant with stunning Asian decor. We were originally a party of 3 and had to add 2 more without any issues. As a group we shared the vegetable dumplings and the potstickers, both were delicious. Everything came out in a timely fashion and our server was very attentive. I had the Waygu ribeye. This was American Waygu, I was impressed. I've had my share of Japanese A5 Wagyu and this exceeded my expectations. It came with six different unique dipping sauces. I also tried some of my coworkers cauliflower. That had a delicious sauce and the cauliflower was cooked perfectly. Taking into consideration that you are at a casino, the ambiance and the service, I thought the prices were appropriate. I would definitely recommend.

Places is simply amazing. Jake was one of the most friendly and active listening host I’ve ever had. He gave lots of detail details about the menu was funny and a pleasure to spend time with. All the dishes were amazing. The bow buns and pork fried rice really stood out. I can’t say great things about this place. Gotta check it out.

This is truly a very Classy and high end Restaurant and Bar with an extensive menu! A very low light dim and on the dark side for intimate dining! If you're just having cocktails at the bar it can be an experience! Having an Espresso Martini and enjoy the comfy experience that has leather couches or sit at the bar! Food is well plated and whatever you choose you will not be disappointed but it's on the Pricey side! Especially THE LAND MENU CHOICES! Come with an empty Stomach and you could leave with an empty pocket but it's worth the experience! Service you know will be perfect! The Hostess is extremely pleasant Enjoy !

Server was not attentive to a 9 top from the start. We had to ask for a second round of drinks when he only served 2 at the far end of the table. The food quality was not what was expected. We all thought it would be a culinary journey, we should have stayed with our local Chinese food restaurant. And certainly not last, 3am to wake with severe stomach cramps!!!! The price was ridicules for the experience, but we should have known at the Casino. Music was overwhelming and we couldn't have a conversation at the table without yelling, One and done for us!

This restaurant is absolutely amazing! The decor and ambiance is outstanding, and the food is truly phenomenal! Our only issue is that our waitress was quite rude and brassy, she even rolled her eyes at a request for chopsticks to go. Only reason I docked a star. Having been in the mood for saki, which I haven't had in years, I went with the SO-HO black label, which was smooth and excellent. We split a shrimp tempura roll and a lobster roll, which were both totally unique takes on these rolls! For my entree I had the Japanese chicken, which, again, had amazing flavors and dipping sauces to accompany it. I also was able to sneak some of my wife's pad Thai, which again had elevated flavors. As we were celebrating her birthday, we also got to try some salted caramel ice cream, which was probably the best I have ever had. Tao seriously takes a dish that you think you know and elevates it to the highest level! Absolutely outstanding!!!

The hot and sour soup is the best I have ever tasted. The vibe inside the restaurant is very cool. Service was good. The lighting is perfect for dinner. We enjoyed everything we tried but the hot and sour soup really stood out. It's served with a piece of shrimp toast which was a lovely surprise add on. I would go back to Tao just for the soup. Thank you for a wonderful meal.

This was where I chose to celebrate my 50th Birthday while we were staying in the Mohegan Sun Sky Tower. I would've loved to give them 5 stars because the food deserved it as well as the ambiance, however the waitress had an attitude and was very unpleasant and that to me is just as important as the food itself. She shouldn't be working at a place like this if she can't be pleasant, she made me really uncomfortable and afraid to ask for anything. Not a great feeling when you are celebrating such a milestone birthday. Anyhow, I had Shrimp Pad Thai for my dinner and the flavors were amazing, I do wish the shrimp were bigger, but overall very good. Also, we started with some sushi rolls to split and they were absolutely amazing!!!!

Another fine dining experience with consistently great food! Great, attentive service and a lovely atmosphere. I hesitate to deduct a star because they are 5 star overall- however, I wish the volume of the DJ music was a tad bit lower, especially since it is much more club music than dining music and can distract from all the other positives. Also had my reservation delayed by them an hour for my booth "requirement" (not a preference but a disability requirement), but do understand they try to accommodate requests but it is not guaranteed. Wish they viewed disabilities differently, but Open Table does not allow for explanations (I did mention in the "notes" that I "required" a booth, but I'm sure it was believed to be a request not a requirement). Again, highly recommended and will always return! Excellent meal!

I was attending a birthday party at this location and I was pleasantly surprised by the whole experience. The food was part of a pre fixe menu and everything was absolutely delicious. I had a neat drink, others in my party that had cocktails raved about them. The ambience was perfect as we sat in a private area. Service was a little slow but our party was over 30 ppl so to be expected. Overall wonderful experience and o would highly recommend this location!

Great place with an awesome atmosphere. Will definitely be back there soon. Staff was extremely attentive also.

Came here for dinner with the girls! The decor and vibe here are special. We got drinks in the lounge area before our table was ready.... boy do you pay for drinks! $20ish is too much for an espresso martini. On to dinner! Started with edamame, gyoza, Hong Kong noodles -- all very good! I had the Japanese fried chicken-- not great, wouldn't get again. Also got the fortune cookie to celebrate Kim's birthday! Such nice presentation! I don't think I'd come for dinner again.....apps, yes. Drinks will give me pause with the price!

We made reservations for Christmas Eve and we enjoyed the ambiance, service & food! The restaurant is easily accessible within the casino, has aesthetically pleasing decor and delicious food!!

I was immediately impressed with the decor. The beautiful artwork and centerpiece are stunning. The servers were super fast taking and delivering our orders. Even though the restaurant was fully loaded with guests we were in and out in no time. We shared a pot of delicious tea. I came for a light meal and ordered the hot and sour soup and a sushi roll. Everything was delicious and I left feeling satisfied and comforted. Great place!!

I am very hesitant to dine at any Americanized Asian restaurants because of my background. I appreciate authentic cultural foods. However, Tao proved me wrong. Their food is delicious. Honestly, I came here for Tao Tuesday where it's $99 for two. You get a starter, two apps, two entrees and dessert. It was a great way to taste a variety of food! Edamame came out hot with a nice helping of salt, steamed to perfection. We loved the chicken lollipops that had a sweet and sour glaze and peanuts on it. So perfected cooked and the flavor was amazing! The pork potstickers were pan seared and had a nice sauce that was mildly spicy and sweet on it. I could've eaten a dozen of these generous sized potstickers. The bbq pork spareribs were middle of the road; had the Chinese bbq flavor and was cooked nicely. The chicken lo mein had such amazing flavor with the dark sweet soy sauce. However, the only complaint is the chicken meat tasted old and freezer burned otherwise the dish was wonderful. The Thai shrimp was more batter than actual shrimp but it was fried nicely. The outer batter was crispy and had a nice sweet and sour sauce on it. It was served with bean sprouts, bell peppers, pineapples and onions. We ended the dinner with the perfect dessert; donuts! They were so fresh and still piping out coated with sugar. Their donut texture was pillowy and soft, served with caramel, chocolate and vanilla anglaise sauce! Ambiance was incredibly beautiful. The red decor definitely popped with their dark walls and gold statues. Buddhas everywhere! It was so chic and modern! The music is on the louder size you can definitely converse comfortably. The service was truly impeccable! Dan, our server was great. Our cups were never empty and the staff were super friendly, professional and attentive. I can't wait to return to try more dishes!

Wanted to go somewhere in Mohegan nice for my birthday. Definitely feel like I picked the right place, the decor was beautiful I loved the dark vibes especially for dinner. There wasn't anything I had that night that I didn't like. My favorite dessert in the tower would totally be the donuts with the caramel! Can't ever go wrong with an Espresso Martini! The spicy tuna over crispy rice was probably my favorite! Also whoever they have playing the music (not sure if it's a Dj or playlist) but they played so many good songs definitely gave me 90's & current vibes! Great taste in music!! Highly recommend when you're in Mohegan

A bit overhyped and somewhat misleading, but overall a good experience. The food was very good so no complaints on quality, but it's a limited menu for what I was expecting and some of the items aren't very clear. For example, nowhere does it say that the sea bass entree is a tempura, which was not what I hoped for... but the spicy tuna roll was tasty and they make a good cocktail. It's a gorgeous place too, I'll give them that... which I guess is how they justify some of the drink prices.

I love Tao even though it's expensive . Went to the one in Mohegan Sun in Ct . Was able to make my reservation about 30 days in advance on Open Table . Restaurant is dark and ambiance is cool . Music wasn't too loud that you couldn't hear each other . Was very surprised as lots of dishes were spicy . I had dumplings and lobster fried rice . I enjoyed both but my palate was confused with spicy lobster fried rice . The drinks were ok . I had an Expresso Martini which was good ! I'd go back but it's pricey . It's inside the Mohegan Sun near the Sky Tower .

Tao is officially my favorite restaurant! I've been hearing about this place for years now and I am kicking myself for not trying this sooner. On a Saturday night they were totally booked so definitely book ahead! Luckily they told us if there was space in the lounge we could dine there as well but it's first come first serve so we decided to try it out and were fortunate to find a spot! As soon as you enter you feel like you are in for an amazing experience. The decor alone should be 5 stars it's truly beautiful! Absolutely love the ambiance! As cool as the dining area looked the lounge was just as beautiful. It was such a cozy ambiance sitting at a low table and chairs with our friends. We got so lucky finding such a nice table in the lounge for 5 people! Drinks were so fun! I cannot wait to try more specialty cocktails. I went with the lychee martini and loved it. My friends had nothing but great things to say about their cocktails as well. For apps we shared a variety of dumplings but the star of the apps was for sure the chicken gyoza. So so flavorful!! For entrees we decided to get their wagyu ribeye and triple pork fried rice. I can tell you this was the best meal I've had in a long time!! The wagyu was cooked to perfection! I especially liked all the dipping sauce choices. It was fun to try each one! The tripled pork fried rice was amazing! I don't think I've had better fried rice! Our friends also ordered orange chicken and I can tell you I was jealous of their meal. That was one of the best orange chicken I've ever had! Totally getting this next time. It was my husbands birthday so we ordered a few desserts to share. We got the giant fortune cookie and chocolate lava cake to share. Both was absolutely delicious! The fortune cookie was so fun with the fortunes for each guest. I was not expecting that! They were hilarious!! I cannot wait to come back and try other entree items, cocktails and desserts! Totally a fan of Tao!!!

Delicious always a great time and fun atmosphere. Sexy ambiance for a social group dinner or date night! Everything is phenomenal. Sushi is fresh, good prices for casino and drinks are great too. Quick paced service never really anything to rave about but the wait staff are pretty efficient and attentive.

We stayed at Mohegan Sun for a weekend & my boyfriend was beyond excited to eat here. We dinned on a Saturday around 8pm, the food was great. They accommodated my gluten free allergy. The chocolate Buddha is not gluten free on their in person menu, however I did find their online menu specified it could be made gluten free so I asked our waiter if he could do that. He never came back confirming if it was or not. So I had no idea if I would be getting it until it was on the table & asked to double check. When we ordered, I ordered 2 desserts & my boyfriend ordered his sushi. I guess the waiter assumed my boyfriend ordered sushi for us... causing me to have to wait a bit longer for my food (the desserts was my "entrée") Service was slow but expected on a weekend. It is very dark and VERY loud. It seemed like it was more of a nightclub with how loud the music was. We would come back here again for either take out or during the day to avoid the incredibly loud Music. Not sure if the week nights are the same vibe but the food makes it worth going!

Me and my mom come to Tao every Mother's Day to celebrate our year or motherhood. We love the decor, food and music selection the lounge offers. This year, due to construction on 95 north we were 15mins late. I called Tao and spoke to Olivia and explained what happened and asked if our reservation would still be honored, she stated that it would be no problem and we would still be seated. As we get to Tao, we were told there reservation policy and that we could still be seated but we would need to get up and be moved by 6:45pm so accommodate other reservations. Normally, we are very reasonable and would understand this but this wasn't explained to me on the phone when i called and asked. For reference the call timeline Reservation: 5:30pm Phone Call: 5pm Time Arrived: 5:48pm We then changed to be seated at bar top so we weren't to be rushed which was fine , but it would have been really helpful to know this when we called so that we were not greeted with this new information upon arrival. Food & drinks were great per usual, and we do hope to be back next year for Mother's Day again. I just hope they do keep the standard reservation policy and translate that to when customers call as well.

The space at Tao is enormous, glitzy, and ritzy, with pounding music that makes it feel more like a nightclub than a restaurant. If you're looking for an authentic Chinese dining experience like what you'd find in Chinatown, this is not it. Instead, it's an incredibly overpriced version of takeout-level food dressed up in luxury packaging. I ordered the fried red snapper, which arrived as an entire fish, cubed and battered. While generous in portion, the dish was heavy, greasy, and poorly executed--something Thai restaurants generally do far better. I was asked if I wanted white rice, brown rice, or fried rice with it. Assuming it came with the entrée, I asked for fried rice, only to be charged $22 for a large bowl of shrimp fried rice. It was oily, overloaded with scallions, and not worth the price. The shrimp dumplings, recommended by the waitress, were another disappointment. They tasted like they had come from a frozen package and were deep-fried, stuffed with the same bland, mushy vegetables you'd expect from a cocktail egg roll. The best thing I had all evening was a can of Massachusetts cider--which, thankfully, they couldn't ruin. To their credit, the service was acceptable. The food came out promptly, and the waitress seemed to be hustling hard in such a massive, high-energy space. I also tried the hand rolls ($6 each). The fish was fresh, and while nothing remarkable, the price was fair and on par with what you'd expect anywhere else. When the bill came, it totaled about $150 for one person. For what amounted to greasy Chinese takeout dressed in glitz, that price is unjustifiable. In retrospect, I should have gone to Tao's own sushi restaurant upstairs on the second floor, ordered a few hand rolls, and enjoyed fresh sushi for a fraction of the cost--avoiding this overpriced, takeout-style Chinese food altogether. Bottom line: Tao delivers flash and spectacle but fails on substance. The sushi bar upstairs is the smarter choice.

We had a wonderful experience. First time and the restaurant is beautiful. I had the orange chicken and jasmine rice. My friends had the duck fried rice and gf pad Thai. All were excellent. Desert was chocolate lava cake served in a delicious chocolate edible box. Great presentation. Our server was quite knowledgeable and pleasant. Would definitely return ~~~~

Always our go to when we're at the Sun. The atmosphere, food and the music is always the best. This time we started our night with Peking duck spring rolls. My husband loved them and ate them all! I had the spicy tuna on crispy rice. Love love those!! Rice was crispy and fish was fresh and delish. Dinner was pad Thai for my husband and tuna poke for me. The tuna is always perfect and the freshest. The chips are light and crispy with the yummiest sauce, one of my go to dishes. The pad Thai hubs said was very good and very flavorful. My one and only trip is that the waitress we had (and we've had her a couple times) has no personality, don't come back but once to see if we wanted more drinks and just short and rude. The people next to us said the same thing that she was miserable. If we go again and she's our waitress I'd asked to be moved otherwise we live it there.

Reservations are a must. So delicious but expensive. Eclectic atmosphere. Very loud. Staff is on it and hustle. Enjoyed every bite and had left overs.

You know there are ware times when you have a dining experience that is so magical you just want to keep it forever. Well this place is the one. From the service, to the atmosphere, and the food everything was on point and perfect. Loved every minute of dining here

food took +1 hours to come to my table, and music was beyond loud. the food was good and crazy expensive. i would personally rather go get ramen at a cheap restaurant in the alley. (the food was good but not worth the price and wait

Ufff uffff ufff Uploading the photos I would like to be eating again, the food at its perfect point, the food is so exquisite, the service spectacular, the atmosphere crazy, I went for New Year and they had live DJ and it was very full, however the whole atmosphere was super pleasant and vibrant. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED the desert you see in the photos omg I wish I could eat it again. I will definitely be back !!! |||||| Ufff uffff ufff Subiendo las fotos quisiera estar comiendo de nuevo, la comida en su punto perfecto, la comida es tan exquisite, el servicio espectacular, el ambiente una locura, fui para año nuevo y tenían DJ en vivo y estaba muy lleno, sin embargo todo el ambiente era súper agradable y vibrante. RECOMENDADISIMOOOOO el desert que ven en las fotos omg lo desearía comer otra vez. Definitivamente volveré !!!

A few things. First, I don't understand a higher end Asian restaurant having a DJ and annoying loud thumping music unless higher end is not the goal. For the food, we had Peking duck. It was presented well but not piping hot. The skin was super crisp and delicious. The pancakes were in a bamboo steamer with no cover on it and what few there were in it quickly cooled into a gluey mass with the AC in the room. We also had the three pork fried rice which was excellent. Service was lacking and slow.

This experience was SO good. We absolutely loved it! The menu is expansive but every thing we ate was amazing. We started out with drinks which were perfect. Then we picked the king crab egg drop soup- this was the weakest link but it was still good. We had the sea bass, chicken, and lamb yakitori. All amazing. We finished with the snapper and Brussels and it completely knocked my socks off. Ambiance was stunning and old school hip hop playing in the background. Can't wait to go again!

Everything was cooked perfectly and the ambience in the restaurant is very classy as expected by Mohegan Sun. The prices are very high for Asian Fusion food even for a casino but all plates can be shared! The food was cooked perfectly and our waiter was very well trained and attentive. Several parties had birthdays and Tao did a spectacular display for "Charlie's 21st birthday!" Including a parade of fire sparklers and a light up sign (Vegas style)

Had a great experience here with my family. I let them know that I have celiac disease and they helped me order something I can have. I got the pad thai and a veggie sushi roll. They even had gluten free soy sauce. The vibe of the restaurant is really cool too. Absolutely stunning space. Would recommend to anyone!

Had an amazing time for my husband's birthday! Our waiter, Dave was so cheerful and made us feel so welcomed- overall service was wonderful. The restaurant is beautiful, absolutely loved it. Now getting to the food - DELICIOUS! We ordered potstickers apps, pork rice, duck rice and the watering dragontail spare ribs. We really enjoyed our time, the ambiance and service. We can't wait to go back.

A visit to Tao is like a visit to another realm, one you'll want to visit again. Probably one of the most worthwhile experiences Mohegan Sun has to offer is this installation of Tao, which also boasts locations in the Chelsea neighborhood of NYC, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Chicago. Get ready for what promises to be a unique dining experience. Said experience begins with the lounge/waiting area, where you may pose next to some faux but somehow tasteful cherry blossoms or a Buddha statue or the hallway with cascading waters encased in glass illuminated in red. Enter the main dining room where there stands a 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue and space for larger parties flanked by adorable floral red lanterns. I came here to celebrate my best friend's milestone birthday and the meal was just as dramatic as the decor. Our whole party began with an order of the pork potstickers and the chicken wing lollipops. Both were sumptuous. We all also ordered a plate of the vegetable roll (light and delicious) and a shrimp tempura roll (which, sadly, I could not eat due to an allergy). Following appetizers, a bus boy came around with these rocks filled with hot water in one hole and some white tablet in the next. He demonstrated for us dipping the white tablet into the water. The white tablet expanded to become a wet nap. (Don't believe me? I captured it on film!) I ordered the honey glazed salmon for the entree and it was delicious--cooked to perfection with a juicy glaze and lotus root, peppers, and green beans served as the side. Dessert was a giant fortune cookie filled with chocolate and white chocolate mousse, served with fruit and a birthday candle and chocolate candy for my friend. Though all in our party shared, we still could not finish it. But it was very good. We had so much fun celebrating my bestie's milestone here. We all celebrated the next evening at Tuscany (an upscale Italian restaurant also located in Mohegan Sun) and while I enjoyed that dinner immensely, the experience at Tao allowed both my palette and other senses to indulge and feast in far more exciting ways. I will definitely visit the location in New York when I'm back in the Chelsea neighborhood!

The food was great--and so was the service. The ambiance was just short of a nightclub which might be the vibe they're going for but since it's my review, I'll give my opinion. It's incredibly dark & moody. Again, good vibe for a nightclub. Prices are steep but I suppose you'd expect that at the casino. The table next to us (and I mean they were CLOSE) brought 2 large dogs in with them. The dogs were sprawled out on the floor & I noticed waitstaff having to hop over them. Just so weird.

The food and service is excellent. Prices range from moderate to high . The ambiance would be lovely without the horrifically loud rock music. 3 years ago when we started going there it was a lovely place to celebrate our anniversary. Yesterday it was ruined by the blaring music. The wait staff has to bend down near your ear to hear and be heard. I can't imagine what the long-term effects will be on their hearing. Husband and I will probably not go there again because of the noise. That's a shame because we are local and have enjoyed the food and impeccable service in the past. I know others who have dined there recently also complained about the noise level. The bar area should be walled off from the dining area and the loud music confined there.

I came here around 5ish on a Saturday with a friend. They were all booked up in the dining room of course, but we were told we could sit anywhere in the bar/lounge area. It was a nice atmosphere with low lighting and chill music in the background. We sat at the bar and ordered our food and drinks. We started out with the shishito peppers for an appetizer which were delicious- mild and tender. I ordered the tofu pad thai while my friend ordered the soy tuna roll and the trio of sashimi. We also shared some saki. Everything we ordered was delicious! The roll and sashimi were beautifully presented. The tofu pad thai did not have any tofu in it, however, it tasted good and it appeared they used extra mushrooms to hide the fact that there was no tofu in it. I mentioned this to the bartender and she apologized and said she wouldn't charge us for the saki. I wasn't expecting that but it was very nice of her. The bartenders were very friendly and efficient. We were surprised how quickly our food came out on a busy Saturday night. This was a great dining experience and I would be delighted to return!

I've been here a bunch of times. Food and drinks are always consistent. Wait staff is friendly and professional. It's always busy so definitely make a reservation in advance.

I had a great meal today along with attentive service. I really enjoyed the cauliflower, spare ribs, shrimp pork fried rice and shrimp tempura rolls. You should know that that the shrimp tempura rolls are unusual in that you get the rolls topped with the shrimp tempura. The dining room is also very nice with the illuminated Buddha.

Fantastic experience! Excellent decor and choices from their menu are the highlight , while the staff is very courteous and helpful! I would suggest making reservations as they can fill up quickly. All the dishes are presented with much thought and taste as good as they appear. We will back again when visiting Mohegan!

Christmas night dinner at TAO was perfection. We made reservations well in advance and I'm glad we did. There was not a single empty table that we could see. It was loud. But for us, it was the perfect loud. There was a DJ who was playing music and he did a fantastic job. Absolutely spoke to our millennial hearts. The service was wonderful. Our server was helpful and came by often. Drinks were never left empty and we didn't have to hunt him down for boxes or the check. The food was good. Really good. But I wouldn't say it was amazing. I want to come back and try a few other things. We ordered the pot stickers to start and that was a great choice. Super flavorful. I got the orange chicken and the triple pork fried rice. Both were just missing the one extra something, but I enjoyed them. My husband got the wagyu teppanyaki and he was in heaven. The sauces to dip were so good and we ended up pouring one over the fried rice which was so good! The show stopped for sure was the dessert platter. It was massive, and everything was amazing! WARNING: the fortune cookie fortunes aren't exactly child friendly. We thought they were hilarious, but we for sure weren't expecting what we got. Red fortunes we were told are for kids, so if you have younger kids, hand them the red ones or ask for red ones!

We had a reservation for my birthday that my husband made a week in advance. 8 PM on a Thursday night with no major events in the casino but during December so this place was packed!! We had a very good table not too far from the dj booth and right next to the statue. Party of 4. A very visible place but somehow we were missed for 15 minutes by the waiters going back and forth between the other tables. This was a major turn off in my opinion, and I guess the waitress at the end offer a complimentary dessert or that is happening anyway when it's someone birthday, not sure?! Yes , we ended up sharing a couple of dishes, ( not all pictured here) but nothing spectacular. I had big hopes for my dessert. The presentation for the big giant Chinese cookie was amazing, however, I wish it was filled with chocolate ice cream rather than that chocolate mousse. ( the vanilla frosting was okay ).Yes the ambiance was good but the service and the food was disappointing that night.

Went here for our Anniversary Dinner. Made or reservations online for an early dinner. Walked in and were greated nicely. They even acknowledged our anniversary. We were seated right away. We had previously looked at the menu online so we had pretty much settled on what we wanted. Second time here so we adjusted our main course to try something new. The ambiance of the restaurant was very nice, but the music was a little too loud. We were able to hear the servers but we did have to strain a little. I was very pleasantly surprised at how in sync the staff were. Although we had a primary server, the others in the restaurant were very attentive to our table. Clearing plates out as we finished, checking in on us. Very good job of their team effort. Appetizers came out quickly and were great. Entrees followed in a timely manner. When we finished we though they would bring the bill, but instead surprised us with a nice gesture of a plated dessert with a candle and a small chocolate on top of the Gelato saying Happy Anniversary. Overall an excellent experience.

Great place to celebrate an occasion! Lots of birthdays and bachelorette parties filled the restaurant. The food was delicious and had large portions. Order less than you think you need. The dessert sampler was delicious!

Food and service were very good. HOWEVER, siting in an Asian inspired restaurant with an Asian inspired menu, it is incongruent to have to listen to hip- hop and rap during dinner played by a dj. We'll have to pass on any future visits.

The best restaurant in CT a true experience The management team is second to none The food is unique Sushi is NYC level

I love it here! Food, ambiance, drinks, service I can't say enough. Now I want to come to Mohegan Sun to just go to Tao. Started with the Tuna taco special, they are super fresh but a little on the salty side. Soy tuna roll-again super fresh. Bamboo steamed veggie dumplings- were decent but we could have done without. Chicken lollipop wings-were great nice and crispy would def get again. Star or the show was the Crackling pork belly!! Omg!! Super flavorful was just expecting them to come with the fluffy bao buns which would have been a nice touch. Instead they were served with thin little paper wraps. Drinks I got the Divinity-nice and strong, and the Ruby red dragon- great taste nice and fruity. We were too full this time around for dessert. Tao will definitely be our go to spot every time we go to Mohegan!

My recent visit to Tao was amazing!! The atmosphere and the food were incredible. Every time I go it never disappoints. The service is great. Very attentive. The oysters with caviar is my all time favorite. Also a must try is the Spicy Tuna Tartare on Crispy Rice. Cannot wait to go back.

Came here with my sister for her birthday. This place is very spacious and decorated nicely. We ordered the pork potstickers appetizer, it had a perfect texture and a nice kick. We were supposed to share one chicken lo mien but it was so delicious we ordered another. Our filet mignon came out perfect as ordered. The sever was very attentive and friendly. For dessert we ordered the dessert platter that came with mini donuts and a giant fortune cookie, we also ordered the potted carrot cake. We had several drinks from the menu and it was flavorful. Everything was presented well and photo worthy, it was just a bit dark; next time I'll invest in a camera light. Our bill was $400 for only 2 people before tip! Although it's expensive, I'd definitely be willing to come again.

Wow. This is the place to bring someone special. The atmosphere and the food are just so great. Some favorites: the Divine drinks, the Chirasi rolls, and the Fortune Cookie dessert.

Posting this review a bit late but I think there's nothing to forget about this place. I'm going to go Dominican on you but only to say "Hay Dios Mío"!!! And OMG is right cause immediately from the entrance of the restaurant to the food you feel like you traveled to Asia. The decor was astonishing, if you know me, you know in another life I was Asian. I love everything Asian, people, culture and food. I absolutely loved the ingenuity of the food presentation. And ultimately the flavors. The place was packed and everyone just seemed to have been having the time of their life. Regardless of how busy they were the service was on point. The only thing I was sorry about was not taking enough pictures. I was so mesmerized and taking it all in that my phone remained on my purse till almost the very end. But I'll be back with more pictures cause this is a place to revisit