The Grand Opening of Capitol Hill’s latest restaurant, Chao, is set for September 25, 2009. Filling the void that was once 1200 Bistro and later Pike’s Bar & Grill, this new neighborhood restaurant will have a down-to-earth, pocket-friendly feel but with hints of chicness and a mouth-watering menu.
Chao, (pronounced like “chow” and meaning welcome and hello in Vietnamese) is set to open its doors this Friday, September 25th at 1200 E Pike Street.
Located in the heart of Capitol Hill’s Pike/Pine neighborhood, Chao doesn’t confine itself to a single cuisine, ambiance or dining demographic. Chao features a daring menu heavy on traditional comfort foods with a contemporary twist. Whether labeled Pacific Rim or Pan-Asian, Chao aims to please with a menu so diverse; everyone will find a favorite dish. With a signature breakfast of Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast, appetizers like Kalbi Tacos and Kobe Beef Chili, signature entrées of Lemongrass Crab Cakes, Chao Banana BBQ-Sauce Pork Ribs or the perfect-for-sharing Whole Fried Salt & Pepper Chicken with Pickled Daikon, Chao tempts and tantalizes the taste buds.
Better yet lunch will range from $5-12 and dinner from $9-15. They expect their happy hour to “rival the best in town” with $3 plates and drink specials.
Warm-hued, retro décor provide an atmosphere as unique as its menu, while Chao also boasts five HD flat screens in the 98-person bar and dining room; showcasing sports games by day and a rotation of eccentric pop-art from local and national artists by night. Chao is a true chameleon: featuring brunch, lunch, happy hour and dinner options, the space will be transitional, but the loyalty to top-notch service, recession-proof prices and a commitment to a melting pot of flavors and cuisines will remain consistent. Part-owner Tony Kang exclaims: “Chao will be the antidote to Capitol Hill residents and beyond seeking a neighborhood restaurant that doesn’t sacrifice quality over cost. Being embraced by the neighborhood we’re in is the key to our success.”
Chao is located on 1200 E Pike Street on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. Lunch and dinner are served daily from 11am-2am. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-2pm.
For more info, visit www.chaobistro.com.
