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Page 23 November 2016 IAmAFlowerChild.com grateful grub 44th St + Camelback 602.429.6222 Uptown Plaza 480.212.0 180 90th St + Shea 480.240.4400 By Riley Kissee It has been reported that approximately 60 percent of restaurants don’t survive the first year of operation. This November, Clever Koi in central Phoenix celebrates three years of serving Asian-inspired comfort food and the restaurant doesn’t show any signs of stopping. However, the secret to Clever Koi’s longevity starts with the passionate team who brought the concept to life and the people who help shape the experience for each guest. “We all came together because we shared the same vision and wanted to bring something different to the city,” said General Manager Nick Campisano. “It’s all about our staff. If our staff is well versed and knowledgeable, they’re going to be very confident with customers. You have to know your guests, know what they like, what they want, and overall, give them a great experience.” Pair the emphasis on service with exceptional one-of-a-kind flavors delivered in a lively metropolitan atmosphere, and there’s a lot working in the restaurant’s favor. Chef Jared Porter has developed an ever- evolving menu packed with finesse and flavor. To start the meal, the selection of three different steam buns is a popular choice. The three buns consist of a pork belly with hoisin, peanut and cilantro; a chicken and waffle made with a kimchi waffle, chili maple syrup and scallion, and a soft shell crab with fish sauce aioli, cucumber slaw and black sesame. Another great starter includes their assortment of dumplings, which features several adventurous, yet rewarding options like the Pig Face dumpling with kimchi, Sriracha sauce and pickled peppers; and the Rabbit Gyoza with coriander butter, heirloom carrot and wasabi gastrique. For those looking to stick to something more familiar, Clever Koi offers dumplings stuffed with summer corn, yuzu cherry tomato, Thai basil and harissa crema, or short rib with pickled onions, celery leaf, shiitake dashi and porcini oil. Notable small plates include the Tuna Chips dish with fresh ahi crudo, wasabi guacamole, rice paper and aioli as well as the Calamari Fries with yuzu aioli, mint and furikake. For main dishes, if you’re looking to fill up on protein, the Crispy Pineapple Duck and Thai Chili Beef are rich, savory and cooked to perfection. The winter season is a great time to savor one of Clever Koi’s noodle bowls, filled with steamy broth and complex umami flavors. The ramen is available in three options: pork belly, kimchi, bamboo shoots and a soft egg; chicken, daikon, Szechuan peppercorn, pickled leaks, and lemon jam; or wild mushroom, fava beans, kimchi and shiitake dashi. The beverage menu is also exceptional, with some of the craftiest cocktails in town and an assortment of libations to choose from. Whether you want it on the rocks, shaken, stirred, poured over a single giant ice cube or served with over-the-top presentation in a tiki glass, Mixologist Joshua James has the ideal drink. As Clever Koi kicks off their third year, their success has allowed them to expand the concept. The team is currently hard at work on a second location to bring their admired Asian fare to Gilbert. “There’s a great story about the koi fish and how it overcomes obstacles and actually becomes a big dragon. Much like the koi fish, now we have come into our own and we’re expanding and growing,” Campisano said. “We have awesome people working on the Gilbert location that have been with us since the beginning.” After 3 years, Clever Koi continues to cook up success PLACES WE Lov E Clever Koi 4236 N Central Ave #100, 85012 thecleverkoi.com