Clever Koi - Phoenix

Name: Clever Koi - Phoenix
Address: 4236 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85012
Telephone: (602) 222-3474
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

883 Reviews

$30 and under

Asian

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2 people

29 Nov 2024

11:00 pm

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

We are offering dine in, take out, curbside and delivery services through our online ordering platform at cleverkoi.com, UberEats, DoorDash, Grubhub. Support local!

Reservations Welcome! We are excited to have you experience Clever Koi!

We are an Asian inspired kitchen and bar, that uses a crafty American approach. A seasonally and locally refined menu includes steamed buns, house made dumplings, and progressive noodle dishes, reflecting regions such as Thailand, Korea, China, Vietnam, Japan, and Indo-China. This comfortable urban setting features a heavy emphasis on seasonal craft cocktails, house made shrubs, an eclectic wine list, a variety of local beers and sakes to round out the palate creating a unique dining experience in the Central Phoenix Corridor.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Asian, American, Japanese
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 222-3474
Website
http://www.thecleverkoi.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We love to take care of our local business and community through our food! We cater small to large office lunches, staff outings offsite, as well as seated events. We can't wait to create something special with you and your team!

Location
4236 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Area
North Central Phoenix
Cross Street
W Glenrosa Ave
Parking details
We have a huge lot behind our building.
Public transit
Indian School/Central Ave light rail stop right out front.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

It Takes Two
USD 32.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Every Monday & Tuesday Two Rice or Noodle Dishes paired with 4 classic cocktails or a bottle of wine, all for $65! Dine-in only

Offers

Daily Happy Hour!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Mon - Tue - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Wed - Sat - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Phoenix: MON - FRI 3pm - 6pm | SAT - SUN 11am - 6pm $7 Classic Cocktails $7 Glasses of Wine $4 Draft Beers $2 Off Selected Menu Items

Popular dishes

Thai SaladUSD 11.00
Napa cabbage / red bell pepper / celery / carrots / edamame / cilantro leaves / crushed peanuts / crispy won tons / bang bang dressing
Calamari FriesUSD 12.00
Tempura / mint / furikake / yuzu aioli
Krazy FriesUSD 13.00
Frites street fries / hoisin / tonkatsu / black pepper garlic aioli / pork belly / scallion / sesame
Korean Fried MushroomsUSD 11.00
Maitaki mushrooms / red sriracha vinaigrette / celery leaves / sesame seeds
Koi Kung Pao VegetablesUSD 12.00
Curry cauliflower / napa cabbage / celery / carrots / bean sprouts / chili de arbol / red miso beets / celery leaves / sesame seeds / rice
Tuna ChipsUSD 13.50
Prawn chips / honey chili tuna crudo / herb aioli / pickled carrots / soy marinated fresno chilies / daikon sprouts

Steamed Buns

$5 each / 3 for $13.50

Pork Belly
Peanuts / cilantro / house pickles / hoisin
Soft Shell Crab
Cucumber slaw / sesame / yuzu aioli / szechuan garlic
Korean Hot Chicken
Crispy chicken thigh / gochujang hot sauce / house pickles / crispy shallots
Kimchi Cauliflower
Fuji apple / sesame seeds / gochujang aioli / scallions

Dumplings

$14 / 5 per order / additional dumplings $2 each

Pig Face
Braised pork cheeks / house red sriracha / kimchi
Short Rib
Gastrique onions / lemongrass broth / shiitake tare / cilantro leaves / garlic oil

Sandwich

KatsuUSD 15.00
Crispy chicken cutlet / tonkatsu / house aioli / cabbage / toasted white bread. Choice of frites street fries or thai salad

Noodles

Pork RamenUSD 17.00
Tonkotsu tare / house stock / chashu pork / soft egg / kimchi / bean sprouts / mushrooms / scallions / garlic oil
Spicy Kimchi RamenUSD 17.00
5 spice shoyu tare / paitan / house stock / soft egg / confit kimchi chicken / house kimchi / bean sprouts / scallions / chili oil / chili crisp
Lemon Pepper Chicken RamenUSD 17.00
Paitan / house stock / confit lemon chicken / soft egg / bean sprouts / mushrooms / confit tomatoes / corn / scallions
Vegan ShoyuUSD 17.00
Shitake tare / lemongrass stock / tofu chashu / confit tomatoes / mushrooms / miso beets / gastrique red onions / bean sprouts / scallions / garlic oil
Chilled Sesame NoodlesUSD 12.00
Bang bang sauce / gastrique onions / pickled carrots / cucumbers / corn / cilantro / peanuts / chili crisp / scallions / sesame seeds

From the Wok

Fried RiceUSD 12.00
Scrambled egg / carrots / red bell pepper / edamame / scallion / garlic / ginger / crispy shallots / napa cabbage / soy / seasame oil
Shaking BeefUSD 17.00
Woked filet cuts / broccolini / grape tomato / soy marinated freso chilies / gastrique onions / bok choy / scallion batons / sesame oil / furikake / served with rice
House Pad ThaiUSD 12.00
Rice noodles / scrambled egg / carrots / daikon / bean sprouts / scallion / peanuts / cilantro / sesame seeds
Chow MeinUSD 12.00
Yakisoba noodle / snap peas / carrots / napa cabbage / bean sprouts / bok choy / radish sprouts / soy
XO NoodlesUSD 17.00
Yakisoba noodle / shrimp & scallops / pork belly / bean sprouts / snap peas / daikon / crispy shallots / scallions
Szechuan CatfishUSD 17.00
Bok choy / ginger / chili oil / arbol chili / fresh garlic / snap peas / broccoli / served with rice

Proteins

Grilled Lemongrass ChickenUSD 7.00
Kimchi Braised ChickenUSD 7.00
Crispy Chicken ThighUSD 7.00
Braised Chicken ThighUSD 7.00
Pork BellyUSD 6.00
SteakUSD 9.00
ShrimpUSD 6.00
Grilled TofuUSD 4.00
Soft EggUSD 1.00
Scrambled EggUSD 1.00

Happy Hour Daily

Open to 6pm

$2 Off - Thai Salad
Napa cabbage / red bell pepper / celery / carrots / edamame / cilantro leaves / crushed peanuts / crispy won tons / bang bang dressing
$2 Off - Koi Kung Pao Vegetables
Curry cauliflower / napa cabbage / celery / carrots / bean sprouts / chili de arbol / red miso beets / celery leaves / sesame seeds / rice
$2 Off - Katsu
Crispy chicken cutlet / tonkatsu / house aioli / cabbage / toasted white bread. Choice of frites street fries or thai salad
$2 Off - Pork Ramen
Tonkotsu tare / house stock / chashu pork / soft egg / kimchi / bean sprouts / mushrooms / scallions / garlic oil
$2 Off - Vegan Shoyu
Shitake tare / lemongrass stock / tofu chashu / confit tomatoes / mushrooms / miso beets / gastrique red onions / bean sprouts / scallions / garlic oil
$2 Off - Chilled Sesame Noodles
Bang bang sauce / gastrique onions / pickled carrots / cucumbers / corn / cilantro / peanuts / chili crisp / scallions / sesame seeds
$2 Off - XO Noodles
Yakisoba noodle / shrimp & scallops / pork belly / bean sprouts / snap peas / daikon / crispy shallots / scallions
Classic Cocktails & Glasses of WineUSD 7.00
Draft BeersUSD 4.00

Happy Hour - It Takes Two

Every Monday & Tuesday

Any Two Rice or Noodle Dishes + 4 Classic Cocktails -or- A Bottle of WineUSD 60.00

House Cocktails

The EnablerUSD 12.00
George dickel 12yr whiskey / hibiscus bitters / grilled lemon juice / grade b maple syrup / smoked maldon sea salt. Our og whiskey sour. Served short with a 2x2 ice cube
Riding the PineUSD 12.00
Gun club 100 proof gin / lillet rouge aperitif / lime juice / passionfruit syrup. A tropical aperitif. Served short, on the rocks
Lemongrass SwizzleUSD 12.00
Monopolowa vodka / cucumber water / yuzu / lime / lemongrass syrup. Light and crushable. Served tall, over crushed ice
Long Thailand Iced TeaUSD 12.00
Denizen rum / el distilador blanco tequila / evan williams 100 proof bourbon / jelink fernet / thai tea / coconut syrup. Just like the good old days. Served tall, over crushed ice
BA New NewUSD 12.00
Denizen rum / heirloom genepy / tempus fugit banane / vanilla syrup / lime / muddled banana / angostura float. Doctor recommended. Served tall, over crushed ice
Lt. PandanUSD 12.00
Rayu mezcal / ramazotti / tamarindo / lemon / pandan foam. Citrus smokes herbs. Served up
Almost Always Bad NewsUSD 12.00
Hamilton 86 proof & 151 proof demerara rum / house zombie mix / lime. "One for the ditch". Served tall, over crushed ice
Mr. Cool BreezeUSD 12.00
Suntori toki whisky / maison rouge cognac / spiced vanilla syrup / trinity bitters / absinthe rinse. "Who is spencer rattler?". Served short
Scorpion Bowl (For Two)USD 24.00
Denizen rum / monopolowa gin / el presidente brandy / orgeat / passionfruit syrup / orange / lime. Must be good at sharing. Served in a scorpion bowl
Rum Old FashionUSD 12.00
Ron colon rum / plantation o.f.t.d / Demerara syrup / blackstrap bitters. My first pair of timberlands. Served short, on a 2x2 cube
PagodaUSD 12.00
Baijiu / green chartruese / velvet falernum / grilled pineapple bitters / pineapple / lemon. Love is a battlefield. Served up
License to DriveUSD 12.00
Rittenhouse rye / house sweet vermouth / solera cream sherry / angostura & peychauds bitters. JJ's favorite. Served up

Classics

$11 after / $7 happy hour

Gimlet
Vodka or gin / thai basil / lime / simple
Koismo
Vodka / curacao / lime / peychauds bitters / simple
Moscow Mule
Vodka / lime / ginger syrup / soda
French 75
Dry gin / sparkling wine / lemon / simple
Bees Knees
Dry gin / lemon / lavender honey
Aviation
Dry gin / maraschino / creme de violet / lemon / simple
Daiquiri
White rum / lime / simple
Martini
Vodka or gin / house dry vermouth / orange bitters
Caipirinha (Swizzled)
Cachaca / simple / muddled limes
Paloma
Blanco tequila / lime / grapefruit soda / salt / lemongrass syrup
French 95
Bourbon / sparkling wine / lemon / simple
Mojito
White rum / mint / lime / simple
Piña Colada
White + coconut rum / pineapple / coconut cream
Dark & Stormy
Dark rum / bitters / soda / lime / ginger syrup
Mai Tai
White rum / dark rum / orange curacao / orgeat / lime
Tommy's Margarita
Blanco tequila / lime / agave
Old Fashion
Bourbon / bitters / demerara
Oaxacan Old Fashion
Reposado tequila / mezcal / bitters / hibiscus agave
Rusty Nail
Scotch / drambuie / lemon twist
Manhattan
Rye / sweet vermouth / bitters
Penicillin
Scotch / lemon / runny hunny / ginger syrup
Pimms Cup
Pimms / fernet / cucumber / lemon / simple
Sidecar
Brandy / lemon / orange curacao / simple
Negroni
Dry gin / campari / house sweet vermouth

Draft Beer

Ask about our rotating taps

Dragoon IPAUSD 6.00
Beer Shop Co. Crispy LagerUSD 6.00

Bottles & Cans

Miller LiteUSD 4.00
Kirin Ichiban (Lrg)USD 10.00
Left Hand Milk StoutUSD 6.00
Rotating SourUSD 0.00
- MrktUSD 0.00
Rotating CiderUSD 0.00
- MrktUSD 0.00

White

Milou / Rose / FranceUSD 10.00
J.P Chenet / Blanc de Blanc (Sparkling) / Bordeaux, FranceUSD 10.00
Griffin / Riesling / Mosel, GermanyUSD 10.00
Tiki / Sauvignon Blanc / Marlborough, New ZealandUSD 10.00
Ca di Alte / Pinot Grigio / Veneto, ItalyUSD 10.00
Mirth / Chardonnay / Columbia Valley, WashingtonUSD 10.00

Red

Sean Minor / Pinot Noir / Sonoma Coast, CaliforniaUSD 10.00
Barricas / Malbec / Mendoza, ArgentinaUSD 10.00
Jean Marc / Bordeaux Rouge (Natural) / Bordeaux, FranceUSD 12.00
Corte Majoli / Valpolicella / Veneto, ItalyUSD 11.00

Sake

Kiku Masamune Dry / Futsu-ShuUSD 9.00
- Cup (180ml)USD 9.00
Momokawa / Junmai Ginjo Nigori / Oregon / 750mlUSD 11.00
Kuro Kabuto / Junmai Daiginjo / Fukuoka / 720mlUSD 13.00
Arizona Sake / Junmai Ginjo / Holbrook, AZUSD 36.00
- 370mlUSD 36.00

What 883 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Phoenix
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Phoenix
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Clever Koi in Phoenix delights diners with its "amazing food" and creative cocktails, highlighted by favorites like "short rib dumplings" and "banana fritters." The fun ambiance complements the "excellent menu variety" perfect for sharing. Despite occasional service hiccups, the overall experience remains a "gem," making it a beloved spot.

883 Reviews

G
Gabriela
Phoenix
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the new changes to the Ramen!! And the flavor was wonderful! The spice bomb wasn’t actually spicy but gave the ramen great flavor, for once the chicken wasn’t too hard. Loved it!
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Jeff
Phoenix
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Awesome spot for buns, noodles, and bespoke drinks. Service is great too!
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Janet
Phoenix
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always a great food experience! All the flavors are spot on and complex. It’s always busy in here, but I don’t like it when I have to remind the waiter that we ordered something and they forgot to put it in. And I’d like it if they would drop by with more water without me asking. we had to ask for a check after sitting there for quite a while. these are minor issues I know, but the service wasn’t as great as I would have expected, given the price of our meal.
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Becky
Phoenix
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu is new since my last visit and better than ever.
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Jeff
Phoenix
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Overall the food was good, but the service was well below average. It wasn’t that the servers were not good, it was the fact they were put into a position that made their job difficult by not having enough staff. We waited quite some time to actually have someone come to our table. We ordered drinks and appetizers. It ended up being one of those experiences that we should have just been ready to order everything right away because you never knew when someone would be back. Eventually when we did order and received our meals, no one ever checked on us again. We needed a spoon for a ramen meal and eventually we were able to catch the eye of the bartender across the room and he came over and accommodated that request. We eventually were sharing and rationing our waters among the four of us because we never got a refill the whole time we were there. We were finally checked on when all we needed were some boxes and the bill. I had my credit card in hand because I didn’t want her to get away for another extended period. Fortunately they have the pay at the table CC machines so we were able to escape. We’ve been here numerous times and I’m guessing this was just an off night for staffing. As expensive as dining out has become, customers should have reason to expect good food and good service. But have faith, with Orangeman taking the reins in a few months, costs will be plummeting and wages will be skyrocketing, so this all should be fixed in no time! 😂😂😂
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Amy
New Mexico
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and drinks! And our server was also great. Can't wait to go back!
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Shulove
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here for my birthday with like 20 people and had great service! It was everyone’s first time there and we all loved it! We will definitely be back.
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David
Phoenix
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Food was great and consistent as usual. Server was very disinterested and rarely came around, which was very unfortunate for the overall experience. Still tipped 25% hopefully it went to the kitchen instead of waiter.
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Madison
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had dinner with family. They were very accommodating to our reservation changes and were able to move us inside. Service was great and the food and drinks were outstanding! Everyone had a great time!
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Rich
Phoenix
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Booked for our date night evening. A great start of a great night. Service, food, setting were perfect. Thanks again for a wonderful experience.
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FAQs

Clever Koi - Phoenix offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Clever Koi - Phoenix also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 222-3474.

Clever Koi - Phoenix is rated 4.7 stars by 883 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

29 Nov 2024

11:00 pm

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

4236 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
W Glenrosa Ave
Area
North Central Phoenix
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Asian, American, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a huge lot behind our building.
Public transit
Indian School/Central Ave light rail stop right out front.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thecleverkoi.com/
Phone number
(602) 222-3474
Catering
We love to take care of our local business and community through our food! We cater small to large office lunches, staff outings offsite, as well as seated events. We can't wait to create something special with you and your team!

Featured in

A Guide to the Best Date Spots in Phoenix

Clever Koi - Phoenix

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

A Guide to the Best Date Spots in Phoenix

It Takes Two

Daily Happy Hour!

Thai Salad

Kimchi Cauliflower

Pork Ramen

For Sharing

Thai SaladUSD 11.00

Calamari FriesUSD 12.00

Krazy FriesUSD 13.00

Korean Fried MushroomsUSD 11.00

Koi Kung Pao VegetablesUSD 12.00

Tuna ChipsUSD 13.50

Steamed Buns

Pork Belly

Soft Shell Crab

Korean Hot Chicken

Kimchi Cauliflower

Dumplings

Pig Face

Short Rib

Sandwich

KatsuUSD 15.00

Noodles

Pork RamenUSD 17.00

Spicy Kimchi RamenUSD 17.00

Lemon Pepper Chicken RamenUSD 17.00

Vegan ShoyuUSD 17.00

Chilled Sesame NoodlesUSD 12.00

From the Wok

Fried RiceUSD 12.00

Shaking BeefUSD 17.00

House Pad ThaiUSD 12.00

Chow MeinUSD 12.00

XO NoodlesUSD 17.00

Szechuan CatfishUSD 17.00

Proteins

Grilled Lemongrass ChickenUSD 7.00

Kimchi Braised ChickenUSD 7.00

Crispy Chicken ThighUSD 7.00

Braised Chicken ThighUSD 7.00

Pork BellyUSD 6.00

SteakUSD 9.00

ShrimpUSD 6.00

Grilled TofuUSD 4.00

Soft EggUSD 1.00

Scrambled EggUSD 1.00

Happy Hour Daily

$2 Off - Thai Salad

$2 Off - Koi Kung Pao Vegetables

$2 Off - Katsu

$2 Off - Pork Ramen

$2 Off - Vegan Shoyu

$2 Off - Chilled Sesame Noodles

$2 Off - XO Noodles

Classic Cocktails & Glasses of WineUSD 7.00

Draft BeersUSD 4.00

Happy Hour - It Takes Two

Any Two Rice or Noodle Dishes + 4 Classic Cocktails -or- A Bottle of WineUSD 60.00

House Cocktails

The EnablerUSD 12.00

Riding the PineUSD 12.00

Lemongrass SwizzleUSD 12.00

Long Thailand Iced TeaUSD 12.00

BA New NewUSD 12.00

Lt. PandanUSD 12.00

Almost Always Bad NewsUSD 12.00

Mr. Cool BreezeUSD 12.00

Scorpion Bowl (For Two)USD 24.00

Rum Old FashionUSD 12.00

PagodaUSD 12.00

License to DriveUSD 12.00

Classics

Gimlet

Koismo