Suzy Wong's House of Yum!

I'm going to keep this short and sweet, since I know that Morgan's dying to review Suzy Wong's House of Yum too. I went last Sunday right when it opens at 5pm with my mom before seeing the 6:30 show of Mamma Mia at TPAC. She and I both bought the $10 for $20 Groupon, so we used hers that night. (Guess that means I have to go back again!) We ate tapas-style, and here's what we ordered: vegetable gyoza pot stickers, curried tofu & potato pockets, Asian wonton nachos, coconut chili brown rice with egg, and banana spring rolls with vanilla ice cream. And without further ado, here are the pros and cons of our visit to the House o' Yum.

CONS:
1. Parking - We got there at 5pm, so we managed to get one of the 3 or 4 parallel spots in front of the restaurant. But I'm really not sure where else you can legally park (although there are huge lots across the street that belong to other businesses).
2. Funny cushioned stools as seats - I would prefer being able to lean back in my chair while I'm eating. However, at least, they did better than the Wine Loft (which has similar seating) in that the table was the right height, so I didn't spend the night wishing I'd requested a booster seat.
3. Curried tofu & potato pockets - Personally, I thought they tasted AWFUL. I actually used the word "dirt" in trying to describe their flavor. But perhaps, I just hate tofu because my mom loved them. (Full disclosure: My mother drinks day old coffee, so her taste buds can't be that great.)
4. Dessert - We originally ordered the Tempura Brownie Bites. Just thinking about them makes my mouth water, but they were out of them. So we substituted the banana spring rolls. They were just really disappointing. Personally, I think if they added some dark chocolate it would have helped the flavor because they were really bland.


PROS:
1. Decor and general ambience - I'm in love with the giant dragon on the ceiling, and I can't wait to try out the patio.
2. Neighbors - Suzy Wong's is right next door to Tribe and Play, so it's the perfect place to eat dinner before a night out of dancing.
3. Late night - There are very few places open late night in Nashvegas, and Suzy's is open until 2am on Mondays, 11pm on Tuesdays, and 4am (!) every other night. (Note: It's also open for lunch on weekdays.)
4. Potstickers - I was a little concerned when they came out without any dipping sauce, but they were seriously the best dumplings I've EVER eaten.
5. Fried rice - Yummmmmmy and spicy. Plus, it's chock full of vegetables and made with brown rice, so you don't feel as bad about eating it. It's kinda healthy, right?
6. Asian wonton nachos - So simple, but so delicious. Also, spicy. They're wontons topped with queso blanco, edamame, cilantro pico, sriracha, and red curry crema. Now, I don't know what half of those things are, but I do know that these are a must when you visit Suzy Wong's. (Note: You can also get them with BBQ pork.)
7. Karaoke - I haven't gone yet, but don't be surprised if I become a regular at their Monday night karaoke party.

Okay, so that's my review. I'll need some karaoke partners in crime. If you or anyone you know is interested, hit me up!