25 Best Japanese Restaurants in Denver

“Soooo delicious! Just had one of my best meals out in a long while! Every item was delicious and save room for the fried milk dessert — trust me! Plus a great Manhattan with Japanese whiskey“

“Great service and great food!“

“What a great restaurant ! Fish is really fresh , love their salmon belly with wagyu beef on top, it’s even better than most of sushi that I had in LA , and I was amazed how reasonable the price is , staff are so friendly, it’s always on my top list to go every time I’m in Denver“

“Highly recommend this place! The food is delicious and beautifully crafted, and the pricepoint is reasonable as well. This is a great healthy, vegan option and I will definitely be a regular!“

“I was in the parking lot and starving! Didn’t want ramen since it was so hot, so I went with a curry chicken bowl instead. It really hit the spot! The bowl had fried chicken, curry, and pickled radish—totally unexpected but awesome. The server was great, and since the place only had about three tables inside, I managed to beat the lunch rush. The ambiance was fantastic—small and intimate, kind of like being in Japan!“

“My girlfriend and I walked here after visiting the Nature and Science Museum. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing on a Friday around noon. The avocado salmon roll was buttery umame and the Tonkatsu ramen hit just right. The pork flavor was strong but not too rich, and they gave me a generous portion of pork belly. It was served the perfect temperature. Will be back again when visiting Denver“

“Great food and service! The most tender chicken breast ever. The desserts are so delicious. Clean and cozy dining room. Staff that makes you feel like family. All around fantastic dining experience.“

“Fanatic service! Great neighborhood restaurant. Check it out 🍣😘“

“We celebrated our anniversary here, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Every piece of fish was unbelievably fresh and delicious
some of the best sushi we’ve had in Denver.

Our server, Linda, was genuinely kind and attentive, and she made the whole night feel warm and special without being overbearing. The space itself has such an authentic vibe that it honestly felt like we were somewhere in Japan, not Denver.

Absolutely amazing can’t wait to come back.“

“Great Food!!! Come here whenever I come to Denver.❤️❤️“

“Ordered a handful of different rolls for dinner. Fish tasted pretty fresh, rolls were a good size.

We personally didn’t like the Hawaiian roll— the flavors were kind of overwhelming & the pieces of fish felt too large for a single bite. It was probably just personal preference as there was nothing wrong with the roll!“

“I am addicted to this place. I am in love with their Shoyu ramen with soft boiled egg and their vegetable tempura. There are many options for other ramen as well as other Japanese dishes and sushi. It's small but cozy. I just love it!“

“Utterly DELICIOUS! Intimate setting! Treat yourself!“

“I'm so thrilled to see the DOMO is back open. This is one of my all-time favorite restaurants with some of the best food I've ever enjoyed. Entering the restaurant feels like passing through a magic gateway into rural Japan where you get to savor authentic country cuisine. Whether you're eating solo, on a date, or bringing the family, don't pass up an opportunity to enjoy everything the DOMO has to offer! I'll definitely be stopping in the next time I'm back visiting Denver.“

“Kumoya never disappoints. The sushi is excellent and sitting to watch the chefs prepare the dishes is always a highlight for me. The service was a bit slow last night, which was unusual. And it can sometimes be confusing who to order from when at the sushi bar. . . . they chef or the server. Overall, I will continue to go back when wanting a great sushi meal!“

“I love it. Eat here regularly. Teriyaki chicken is the BOMB!!!“

“We love Kobe An and have been patrons going back 30 years since they were in Lakewood. Marco has done an amazing job with the new -er location and his staff is well trained. His newer sushi chefs are doing a fantastic job which leaves him free to focus more on the front of the house. We told him tonight that the sushi is the best it’s been in the 30 years we’ve been going to his restaurants. The hamachi and mussels were outstanding, as were the rolls and cocktails. The new Kobe An is the real deal.“

“The Best here in Denver away from the ocean“

“This is my favorite sushi spot in Denver. Across the board, it scores highly in all the metrics I consider to define a good restaurant.

Coming from the coast, I was tentative about the quality of fish to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. The yellowtail is delicious, and the eel in the Rock N Rolla was very well prepared. The richness of the Takoyaki (octopus balls) reminded me of Dutch Bitterballen. I had a Sake martini as well, which was very light and flavorful. The collection of sake is something I plan on diving deeper into in the future, and the entire menu is adventurous and exciting.

The service was impeccable. Food came out promptly, and appetizers, drinks, entree, dessert were all precisely placed and delivered exactly as they were expected to be. Occasionally I feel rushed at restaurants with prompt service, but the food all arrived in a timely manner with proper temperature. The server learned my and my parties names, referring to us by them for the rest of the evening. I got good recommendations from him for the menu, and tried the quail egg (uzura nigiri) and salmon roe (ikura sashimi), which were both delicious. When I mentioned that I was curious to find my places with a similar vibe, he got a napkin and wrote me out a list of his favorite restaurants in the Denver metro. I don’t know if I’ve ever had service at a restaurant that was so professional, efficient, and personal.

The atmosphere was exactly what I was hoping for. Upon entering, you’re presented with a wall of customers’ sake masu, a personalized container from which to drink sake. The soft chatter of conversation gives an organic vibe while natural wooden hues lend the space their tranquility. I sat at the bar, where the chefs prepare the courses in front of you. Trying the various sashimi and nigiri, after watching them be prepared, reminds me of omakase without the steep price point. I was looking for a romantic place to catch up with a friend, and I don’t know if a better place for that exists.

Tokio is a hidden gem, and discovering it felt like striking buried treasure. It’s charm and soul remind me of the hole in the wall restaurants I grew up with in New York, and was sorely missing. I will certainly be coming here more.

Tokio is affordable, charismatic, and delicious.“

“Taki Sushi is a hidden gem with plenty more on the menu to round-out your tasting experience! The wife & I shared chef's Mango Chicken Salad, perfect for an appetizer, especially paired with a roasted Miso Eggplant, served elegantly atop a long banana leaf, nice presentation! We were full after splitting a Yakisoba & a few rolls! Try the Fugi Roll for a slightly larger combination bite (caviar garnishment). The fish was very fresh & clean, and the restaurant very well kept. Amazing service. Memorable date night!“

“I usually don’t leave reviews but this one deserves it 100 percent. I’m an asian woman and i’m very picky when it comes to asian foods. I bought the ramen and it tastes amazing. The ingredients are rich and the ginseng tastes like a cure. Best ramen I ever had in my life, no joke. And the staff are amazing, very quick, responsive and friendly.“

“Here you will find authentic delicious Japanese country cooking. Having eaten all over Japan I can say there is a very big difference between Americanized Japanese food and authentic classic Japanese cooking. While the interior is dated and not necessarily attractive, it makes no difference to me because the food takes you away to Japan in your mind and you forget about all else.“

“😲 Your chicken curry 😲 was so good. It was the first time I've ever had any curry in my life. Seen it in an anime not too long ago and wanted to try it. There's nothing American about this curry. I believe I tasted true Japan curry in every bite. 😋“

“Perfect the way it is, no need to change anything.“

“So excited to see that this venue will be hosting StageFluid and can't wait to come to these shows!!!! Sake Brewery??? Count me in!“