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Kawa Ni

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

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casual-dining

4.6
Kawa Ni serves inventive Asian small plates and cocktails in a cozy, trendy space in Highlands, perfect for groups and solo diners.

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Kawa Ni

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Discover Kawa Ni's inventive Asian small plates and craft cocktails in a cozy Highlands setting. Perfect for groups and solo dining.

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Kawa Ni offers a modern Asian dining experience with a menu featuring inventive small plates, craft cocktails, and a lively yet cozy ambiance in the Highlands neighborhood. Known for dishes like Szechuan pork dumplings and cold sesame noodles, it blends bold flavors with a welcoming vibe.

What's Included:

    🍜 Asian-inspired small plates
    🍹 Craft cocktails and extensive tea selection
    πŸ₯’ Vegetarian and healthy options
    πŸŽ‰ Private dining room available

Important Information:

  • Reservations recommended, especially for dinner
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating
  • Free street parking available
  • 20% automatic gratuity applied

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    πŸ“ Local Insights

    🍜 Share Plates Recommended: The menu is designed for sharing; ordering several small plates lets you sample the standout flavors like Szechuan dumplings and cold sesame noodles.

    🍹 Early Happy Hour: Visit Tuesday to Friday from 4 to 5 PM for happy hour specials on food and drinks before the dinner rush.

    πŸ“… Weekend Brunch Option: Saturdays and Sundays offer brunch service with a different schedule, a great chance to enjoy a quieter dining experience.

    πŸ…ΏοΈ Street Parking: Free street parking is available but can fill up during peak times; arriving early or using public transit is advised.

    ⏰ Hours

    Monday: Closed

    Tuesday: 4:00 PM–9:00 PM

    Wednesday: 4:00 PM–9:00 PM

    Thursday: 4:00 PM–9:00 PM

    Friday: 4:00 PM–10:00 PM

    Saturday: 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–10:00 PM

    Sunday: 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–8:30 PM

    πŸ‘‰ Best For

    Groups, solo diners, date nights

    πŸ“

    Kawa Ni

    1900 W 32nd Ave

    ,

    Denver

    ,

    CO

    80211

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    Public Review Sentiment

    Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews

    Kawa Ni is celebrated for its exceptional and inventive Asian small plates, flavorful cocktails, and vibrant yet cozy atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the food quality and friendly staff. Some reviewers note inconsistent service and express frustration over a mandatory 20% service charge, but the culinary experience keeps most coming back.

    Last updated on

    July 7, 2025

    🍽️ Standout Dishes

    Szechuan Pork Dumplings, Kung Pao Karaage, Scallop Hand Roll, Red Curry Onigiri, Chicken Bao, Cold Sesame Noodles, Crab Fried Rice, Biang Biang Chicken Bao, Kimchi Udon, Truffle Edamame, Addictive Cabbage, Hamachi, Spicy Tuna Rice Cakes, Strawberry Scallops

    πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

    For best experience, visit during weekday happy hour 4–5 PM. Weekend brunch is quieter and great for sampling brunch specials.

    ♿️ Accessibility

    Kawa Ni features wheelchair accessible entrance and seating to accommodate guests with mobility needs.

    πŸ§‘β€πŸ³ Reservation Policy

    Reservations recommended; 20% automatic gratuity applies

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