Over the Moon

The recent harvest moon – and lunar eclipse – was more than a celestial treat. It also marked the Moon Festival.

Celebrated in East and Southeast Asian, the Moon Festival time for family and friends to gather to enjoy the Fall harvest with a delicious feast. YouYu at Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati is putting a different spin on the idea, introducing a new menu and offering specials for Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week, Sept. 23 to Sept. 29.

Inspired by the flavors and freshness of Asian street food, YouYu’s menu focuses on Mandarin, Cantonese, Sichuan, and Vietnamese dishes, serving freshly made noodles, savory broths, and apps. YouYu also has an extensive list domestic and Asian beers, plus Asian-inspired cocktails and even Vietnamese coffee if you need a recharge! Decadent desserts round out the dining experience. 

The Restaurant Week menu highlights new items like Crab Rangoon, Crispy Peking Duck Breast, and Sticky Pork Ribs.

Head Chef Adam Dulle brings his passion for Asian cuisine to YouYu. After stints at Boca and Nada, he’s incorporated his love for Asian food (especially Crab Rangoon!) and his years enjoying local Asian restaurants to develop the new menu.

YouYu, located inside Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, 1000 Broadway, is open Sunday and Monday, 5 – 10 p.m.; Thursday, 5–10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. – 12 a.m. More at casino.hardrock.com/cincinnati/dining/youyu