Do you have a restaurant somewhere in the world that always provides a memorable night and good food? \u00a0For me, that place is Cho Gao<\/a><\/strong> at the Crowne Plaza in Abu Dhabi. \u00a0When I recently saw the launch of the Taste of Japan menu, I contacted the hotel to see if I could come in a review (as it had been awhile since my last visit). \u00a0To my delight, they agreed.<\/p>\n

While the Taste of Japan is not precisely reinventing anything on the menu, one of my favorite things about the Cho Gao menu is the range of options. \u00a0There is something to order under almost every type of Asian cuisine (sushi, noodles, curries, and rice dishes – oh my!). \u00a0While I tend to stick to my classics (Wasabi Prawns (AED58)<\/em>, Green or Yellow Curry with chicken (AED68), <\/em>the latter\u00a0<\/em>which gets all the points for depth of flavor), it was nice to sample something different. \u00a0In this case, the Caramel Maki<\/em> (AED55) and the Spicy Tuna roll<\/em> (AED40). \u00a0While certainly no wheels are being reinvented here, the presentation was pleasant, and both were dishes I would order again.<\/p>\n

For the record, I always seem to manage at least two meals out of whatever I order at Cho Gao, which is something I always appreciate in a restaurant. \u00a0Across the board, prices are quite reasonable (and it used to be the one coupon in the Entertainer I could always count on using up), and the drinks menu has plenty to keep everyone happy.<\/p>\n

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Would I go back? \u00a0Of course! \u00a0It’s one of my favorite low-key places to meet in Abu Dhabi, and I highly recommend it for a great place to catch up with friends. \u00a0If you’ve not been before, certain evenings can get quite busy, so plan to make a reservation to avoid disappointment.<\/p>\n

What’s your favorite thing to order at Cho Gao?<\/p>\n

A to Za’atar was a guest of Cho Gao. \u00a0Opinions are my own, just ask my husband.<\/em>
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Do you have a restaurant somewhere in the world that always provides a memorable night and good food? \u00a0For me, that place is Cho Gao at the Crowne Plaza in Abu Dhabi. \u00a0When I recently saw the launch of the Taste of Japan menu, I contacted the hotel to see if I could come in a review (as it had been awhile since my last visit). \u00a0To my delight, they agreed. While the Taste of Japan is not precisely reinventing anything on the menu, one of my favorite things about the Cho Gao menu is the range of options. \u00a0There is something to order under almost every type of Asian cuisine (sushi, noodles, curries, and rice dishes – oh my!). \u00a0While I tend to stick to my classics (Wasabi Prawns (AED58), Green or Yellow Curry with chicken (AED68), the latter\u00a0which gets all the points for depth of flavor), it was…<\/p>\n

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