Restaurants in Cole
Horse & Tiger
Rates above the average for restaurants near Cole — one of 29 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Horse & Tiger is a Khmer-American restaurant located inside Fort Greene Bar in Denver, known for its creative Cambodian-inspired dishes and passionate owner chef Viruth.
The standout quality is how Viruth authentically blends Cambodian flavors with creative bar bites—even simple dishes like fries have memorable depth, and signature items like the chicken skewers carry genuine lemongrass-forward flavor that resonates with Cambodian diners.
- ✓Owner Viruth is genuinely passionate and chill, making guests feel welcome and bonded over shared culture
- ✓Unique flavor combinations like Kampot pepper in the crab rangoon that set dishes apart from typical Asian fare
- ✓Casual, relaxed atmosphere inside Fort Greene Bar—perfect for a bite while hanging out
How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.
Hours
Monday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: Closed
People Order
- —short ribs with dipping sauce
- —chicken skewers with lemongrass
- —crab rangoon with Kampot pepper
- —chicken banh mi
Things To Do Nearby
What Visitors Say
All reviews on Google MapsAmber Nez
3 weeks ago
I’ve been wanting to come check out Horse & Tiger at Fort Greene Bar and I am so glad I did! The food was delicious - my favorites were the short ribs and the fries. Viruth the owner is a great guy and an amazing cook. The food pairs great with the drinks at the bar! 1000/10
Ros Gyallay
3 months ago
So happy we found this Khmer-ican food spot! Located in a really neat atmosphere. The chicken and beef skewers are a must-try. The chicken sandwich was very unique and amazing flavor. Will have to get the Lort Cha next time! Awesome owner as well. Was fun to bond over our Cambodian experience!
S McCu
4 months ago
We were so excited to find Horse and Tiger -- the only Cambodian American restaurant in Denver! A couple of us Cambodian Americans were in town and couldn't resist checking it out, and we're so glad we did. The food is incredible -- Cambodian flavors meet creative bar bites in the best way. Even something simple like the french fries was packed with flavor. The chicken skewers were tender and had that lemongrass flavor of home. The short ribs and all dipping sauce was spot on. The crab rangoon had this unique, delicious twist -- turns out it's the famous, Kampot pepper, that gives it that special kick. We also met the owner, Viruth, who's clearly passionate about what he's doing. You can really taste the care and creativity in every dish. If you haven't been, go! You won't regret it. A gem for Denver and a proud moment for the Cambodian American community.
Kyle Reeves
a month ago
Perfect place to chill and get a bite to eat after flying into town. The Chicken Bahn Mi was incredible. So flavorful and a great meal portion for the price! The atmosphere is so relaxing and comfortable. Will definitely visit again if I get the chance.
Plan Your Evening
Dinner
Horse & Tiger
Drinks
Ephemeral Rotating Taproom
★ 4.8
Stay
Cambria Hotel Denver Downtown RiNo
★ 4.1
Hotels Nearby
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Horse & Tiger worth it in Cole?
The standout quality is how Viruth authentically blends Cambodian flavors with creative bar bites—even simple dishes like fries have memorable depth, and signature items like the chicken skewers carry genuine lemongrass-forward flavor that resonates with Cambodian diners. Known for: Denver's only Cambodian-American food gem.
What should I order at Horse & Tiger?
Popular choices at Horse & Tiger include short ribs with dipping sauce, chicken skewers with lemongrass, crab rangoon with Kampot pepper, chicken banh mi.
What do visitors love about Horse & Tiger?
Owner Viruth is genuinely passionate and chill, making guests feel welcome and bonded over shared culture Unique flavor combinations like Kampot pepper in the crab rangoon that set dishes apart from typical Asian fare Casual, relaxed atmosphere inside Fort Greene Bar—perfect for a bite while hanging out
How expensive is Horse & Tiger?
Horse & Tiger is moderately priced, with a 5.0-star rating from 40 Google reviews.
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