Best Japanese Restaurants in Denver

Explore Denver’s top Japanese dining—from sushi and izakaya to bowls of ramen, tempura, and seasonal small plates.

Explore Denver’s top Japanese restaurants—from sushi to ramen to izakaya plates.
Refined sushi bars serving expertly sliced fish and unforgettable chef’s menus.

Top 10 Japanese Restaurants in Denver

Explore Denver’s top Japanese restaurants—from sushi to ramen to izakaya plates.

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Kawa Ni

Kawa Ni

$

$$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

4.6
Kawa Ni serves inventive Asian small plates and cocktails in a cozy, trendy space in Highlands, perfect for groups and solo diners.
Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

$

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Baker

4.4
Chuey FU's offers funky, casual Latin-Asian street food with Mexican and Korean flair, perfect for laid-back dining with vibrant flavors.
Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

$

$$

🍜 Thai

Capitol Hill

4.8
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
Ace Eat Serve

Ace Eat Serve

$

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Capitol Hill

4.3
Ace Eat Serve brings Pan-Asian flavors, cocktails, and lively ping pong fun in a trendy Central neighborhood spot with a juice bar twist.
The Crypt

The Crypt

$

$$

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

4.6
The Crypt is a vibrant bar with a spooky vibe offering superb cocktails, live music, vegan-friendly dishes, and a unique atmosphere in Central Denver.
Briar Common Brewery + Eatery

Briar Common Brewery + Eatery

$

$$

🍻 Brewpub

Highlands

4.6
Briar Common Brewery + Eatery blends stellar craft beers with trendy bistro fare in a bright two-story spot featuring a terrace.
Le Colonial Denver

Le Colonial Denver

$

$$$

🍲 Vietnamese

Cherry Creek

4.2
Le Colonial Denver offers an elegant Vietnamese dining experience in Cherry Creek with refined flavors, vibrant cocktails, and a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Cherry Creek Grill

Cherry Creek Grill

$

$$$

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

4.5
Cherry Creek Grill serves upscale American classics like prime rib and burgers in a cozy, lively setting with a popular patio vibe.
Aloy Modern Thai

Aloy Modern Thai

$

$$

🍜 Thai

LoDo

4.6
Aloy Modern Thai serves contemporary Thai dishes with craft cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting in LoDo.
Flower Child

Flower Child

$

$$

🥗 Health

Cherry Creek

4.5
Flower Child offers fresh, healthy American fare with vegan and gluten-free options in a casual, trendy Cherry Creek setting.

Omakase & Elevated Sushi

Refined sushi bars serving expertly sliced fish and unforgettable chef’s menus.

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duo Restaurant

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duo Restaurant

$

$$$

🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
bartaco

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bartaco

$

$$

🌮 Mexican

LoHi

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company

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Yazoo BBQ Company

$

$$

🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

$

$$$

🌮 Mexican

Uptown

4.6
Wildflower

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Wildflower

$

$$$$

🌱 Farm-to-Table

LoHi

4.7
West Saloon & Kitchen

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West Saloon & Kitchen

$

$$

🍔 American

Downtown

4.5

Japanese Comfort Food

Cozy up with donburi, karaage, katsu, and homey rice bowl favorites.

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LoHi

Ash'Kara

$

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3
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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

$

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

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4.5
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LoDo

Jovanina’s

$

$$$

🍝 Italian

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4.4
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LoHi

Linger

$

$$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5
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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

$

$$

🌮 Mexican

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4.3
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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

$

$$$

🌱 Farm-to-Table

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Looking for cheap eats or a fancy night out? Filter Denver’s best restaurants by price and find the perfect spot for your budget.

duo Restaurant

duo Restaurant

$

$$$

🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
bartaco

bartaco

$

$$

🌮 Mexican

LoHi

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company

Yazoo BBQ Company

$

$$

🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

$

$$$

🌮 Mexican

Uptown

4.6
Wildflower

Wildflower

$

$$$$

🌱 Farm-to-Table

LoHi

4.7
West Saloon & Kitchen

West Saloon & Kitchen

$

$$

🍔 American

Downtown

4.5
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Mizu Izakaya

Mizu Izakaya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Artsy Japanese tavern serving creative yakitori, sushi, and small plates alongside sake, cocktails, and beer in a trendy setting.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

$$$

🍔 American

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ offers interactive yakiniku dining with fresh meats, vibrant cocktails, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
Izakaya Den

Izakaya Den

$$$

🍣 Japanese

South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
Hip izakaya serving intricate Japanese small plates with fresh sushi and stylish ambiance in a lively South Pearl Street setting.
Sakura House

Sakura House

$

🍣 Japanese

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Sakura House delivers authentic Japanese comfort food with standout ramen, teriyaki, and set meals in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
Hapa Sushi Grill and Sake Bar

Hapa Sushi Grill and Sake Bar

$$

🍣 Sushi

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Modern sushi spot with creative rolls and a lively atmosphere, delivering a fresh take on Japanese cuisine in an upscale casual setting.
Bamboo Sushi

Bamboo Sushi

$$

🍣 Sushi

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Bamboo Sushi delivers sustainable sushi and Japanese small plates in a modern, serene setting with inviting patio seating.
Sushi Hai

Sushi Hai

$$

🍣 Sushi

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Sushi Hai delivers fresh, expertly crafted sushi with a trendy, multi-level vibe and an underground bar for a unique dining experience.
Denver Milk Market

Denver Milk Market

$$

🍽️🍺 Food Hall

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.1
Denver Milk Market is a lively food hall featuring diverse local and global dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and multiple vendors.
Kobe An LoHi

Kobe An LoHi

$$

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Japanese eatery specializing in shabu-shabu and sukiyaki with a cozy vibe and inviting wood interiors, plus a charming enclosed patio.
Matsuhisa Denver

Matsuhisa Denver

$$$$

🍣 Japanese

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.6
Matsuhisa Denver delivers acclaimed Japanese seafood and tasting menus by Chef Nobu, set in an elegant Cherry Creek dining space.
Ace Eat Serve

Ace Eat Serve

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.3
Ace Eat Serve brings Pan-Asian flavors, cocktails, and lively ping pong fun in a trendy Central neighborhood spot with a juice bar twist.
Kawa Ni

Kawa Ni

$$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Kawa Ni serves inventive Asian small plates and cocktails in a cozy, trendy space in Highlands, perfect for groups and solo diners.
Kin Nori Bar

Kin Nori Bar

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.9
Kin Nori Bar offers an intimate, high-end sushi experience with expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi, showcasing fresh ingredients in Berkeley’s trendy sushi scene.
Temaki Den

Temaki Den

$$$

🍣 Sushi

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Temaki Den offers premium nigiri, sashimi, and hand rolls in a stylish, industrial space with standout sushi and vibrant cocktails.
Kumoya

Kumoya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Kumoya delivers an upscale Japanese dining experience in the Highlands with fresh sushi, inventive flavors, and a trendy, cozy ambiance.
Sushi Bay 17

Sushi Bay 17

$$

🍣 Sushi

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.4
Relaxed spot blending modern decor with fresh sushi offerings and lunch specials, delivering a cozy vibe and lively karaoke room experience.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

$$$

🍣 Sushi

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Modern, clubby spot specializing in sushi and Japanese tapas with inventive cocktails in a lively downtown setting.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Quaint spot serving authentic Chinese and Japanese dishes with quick service and a cozy, casual vibe in the heart of the city.
Colorado Sake Co.

Colorado Sake Co.

$$

🍣 Japanese

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.9
Colorado Sake Co. offers a trendy spot with exceptional American-made sake and fresh Japanese small plates in the vibrant RiNo district.