Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine

4.7

165 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

Grand Hyatt Vail is thrilled to announce the opening of Makoto Vail, a new restaurant by Makoto Okuwa. The exclusive partnership with the lauded Chef is the brand’s first outpost at a resort, illustrating the natural synergy of global tastes and refined experiences that Grand Hyatt Vail and Makoto share. A master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto Okuwa has more than twenty-five years of experience in traditional Japanese cooking, which he combines with his own innovative style. Recognized by the James Beard Foundation for outstanding contribution, Makoto has acclaimed restaurants in Miami, Washington, D.C., Panama City, Mexico City, and São Paulo.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary Asian
Hours of operation
Bar Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 479-1536
Website
https://www.makotovail.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Makoto Okuwa
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 6 people for special occasions or events. The room is enclosed with views and access to the balcony to enjoy the wonderful Gore Creek only steps away. First come, first serve with a minimum of $1000 for dinner.

Location
1300 Westhaven Drive, Vail, CO 81657
Neighborhood
Vail
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access

What 165 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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Makoto Vail offers an exceptional modern Japanese dining experience with "amazing food and service." Guests rave about the "fresh sushi" and innovative dishes like the "Wagyu hot stone." The ambiance is "beautiful," and staff members like Shannon and Eddie enhance the dining experience with their attentive service. Highly recommended for a memorable meal in Vail.

165 Reviews

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Craig
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and high quality food. Menu has great options for standard sushi / sashimi / rolls, shareable dishes, other entrees, and top quality Wagyu steaks.
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Ana
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
La comida riquísima, el servicio espectacular, no recuerdo el nombre del joven que nos atendió pero wow una estrella. Los postres es lo único que no nos encantó pero pueden mejorar
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Michelle
Houston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was good but everything was severely overpriced. Dinner for 2 and a baby was $400.
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Jane
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal. Loved the salad, sticky rice with spicy tuna and rock shrimp. Will go back to try more.
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Jonathan
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite new spots in Vail! Truly awesome menu. Spicy Edamame and crispy chicken dumplings to start. House Makoto salad is a must - shares well. Obsessed with the Yaki noodles and wasabi fried rice. The sushi options are all amazing. Great service, awesome ambiance.
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John
VIP
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good, with the appetizers and raw dishes being particular standouts, along with the Waygu hot plate and steaks. The sushi is significantly better than most other places in Colorado, on par with Matsuhisa.
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Scott
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time my wife and I have dined at Makoto. Superb service and incredible food. We’re definitely coming back!
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Morli
VIP
West Palm Beach
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was superb - some of the tastiest and most interesting Don’t miss the Wagu - not on the hot stone but entree And the makoto salad - yum The after dinner house sake also amazing It is pricey - so be prepared but quality 100%
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Ginger
VIP
Denver
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service, tasty food, fairly priced which was appreciated given how outrageous some Vail restaurants ate
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Alyssa
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely modern restaurant with excellent service. Highly recommend doing the sashimi tasting—beautiful presentation, very fresh fish.
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Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine is rated 4.7 stars by 165 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

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1300 Westhaven Drive, Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

Neighborhood
Vail
Hours of operation
Bar Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Makoto Okuwa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://www.makotovail.com/
Phone number
(970) 479-1536
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 6 people for special occasions or events. The room is enclosed with views and access to the balcony to enjoy the wonderful Gore Creek only steps away. First come, first serve with a minimum of $1000 for dinner.

Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine

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