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Ukiyo, Denver, CO

Ukiyo

4.8
4.8
89 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese Speciality

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
UKIYO is a 12-seat omakase (chef choice) restaurant located on Larimer Square of downtown Denver, curated by chef Phraseuth ‘Paul’ Sananikone. The UKIYO multi-course omakase experience uses Japanese techniques with worldly flavors transforming it into a unique tasting menu where his offerings change based on ingredient seasonality and availability.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (720) 949-1345
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Paul Sananikone
  • Neighborhood
    Whittier
  • Cross street
    14th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Ukiyo Kaiseki Tasting 2

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 12, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
    Entering it's second menu, UKIYO is a 12-seat omakase restaurant located on Larimer Square of downtown Denver, curated by chef Phraseuth ‘Paul’ Sananikone. The UKIYO kaiseki experience is a multi-course predetermined and meticulously crafted tasting menu using Japanese techniques with worldly flavors.
    Ukiyo Kaiseki Tasting 2 Photo
  • Toast to Tuna

    $500.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 - Nov 13, 2025
    Ring in the New Year with a toast to Tuna. Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience held once a month, where guests are invited to witness the artistry and precision of expert chefs as they skillfully break down a whole tuna right before your eyes. The interactive and educational evening showcases the beauty of traditional techniques while proving an up-close look at the craftsmanship behind preparing one of the oceans most prized delicacies. Guests will enjoy a front row seat to the action, followed by a tasting menu featuring the freshest cuts of tuna. Dinner includes: Sake, Japanese beer, High-Balls "Japanese Whiskey Soda", and Chu-hai "Sho Chu citrus".
    Toast to Tuna Photo
  • Friends & Family first look at 3rd menu

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 7, 2025 - Jan 9, 2025
    Get the first look at Ukiyo's third menu, Chef Paul takes you on food adventure by merging seasonal and exceptional ingredients with a deep respect for Japanese craftsmanship, creating a dining experience that blends modern sophistication and flavor with traditional artistry. Each dish is both innovative and authentic, offering a unique and unforgettable experience
    Friends & Family first look at 3rd menu Photo

What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Innovative

  • Denver / Colorado

    Good for special occasions

  • Denver Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Denver Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Denver Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Denver Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ukiyo offers an "intimate setting" with "delicious" food and "amazing" service, making it an unforgettable dining experience. The restaurant features a creative 20-course menu with unique flavors, expertly crafted cocktails, and "knowledgeable" staff. Although some found the price high, the overall experience is "worth the price" for its culinary journey and personal touch.

89 Reviews
  1. Chad

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible blends of service ambiance and story telling in delightful 20 coarse roller coaster ride

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  2. Bri

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After entering the secret alleyway door, the host warmly welcomed us into Ukiyo with a choice of mocktail or sake manhattan. From the very first palate cleanser to the final dessert, it was evident that genuine thoughtfulness and care was put into every element of the dishes. The ambiance was quiet and comfortable and felt like being seated at a friend’s table. Highly recommend to anyone looking to explore food experiences through the eyes and hands of a master.

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  3. Montgomery

    Denver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal I have ever had in Colorado. Been to all the Michelin star restaurants here and this one is a notch above. Superb service, extremely creative and well, crafted food, beautiful beverage pairings… What's not to like? Jeremiah did a stellar job as sommelier and with one of us doing the sake pairing, and the other doing the wine pairing, we had a wonderful variety of drinks that were up to the high standard of the meal. It was a Michelin two star experience and that is something that has never happened before in Colorado.  
    UkiyoResponded on November 9, 2024
    Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're overjoyed that you consider us the best meal you've had in Colorado—it’s an incredible honor! Our team, including Jeremiah, takes great pride in creating an unforgettable experience, and we’re thrilled that both the food and beverage pairings impressed you. Your kind words about the service and creativity mean the world to us. We hope to welcome you back for another stellar experience!

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  4. Westin

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience and incredible food! chef has done an great job blending different variety of cuisine.
    UkiyoResponded on November 9, 2024
    Thank you for your kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed the worldy cuisine Chef Paul has curated, and your experience with us!

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  5. Dan

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Intimate experience and an excellent menu for those interested in a more adventurous dining experience
    UkiyoResponded on October 25, 2024
    Thank you for your lovely review! We're glad you enjoyed the intimate setting and our adventurous menu. Hope to see you again for future menus!

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  6. Scott

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down best omakase in Colorado. Amazing staff. Best Sake I’ve had in the US. This place is raising the bar on sushi for Denver.
    UkiyoResponded on October 25, 2024
    Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you loved the dining experience and sake selection. Our team is passionate about creating a great experience, and your kind words mean the world to us. We're excited to keep raising the bar for sushi in Denver and can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  7. Shannon

    Kansas City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We just felt like we didn't get what we paid for. It was super expensive and on top of that we had to pay $350 for sake tasting. We left hungry and with empty pockets. A unique experience, not worth the price unfortunately.
    UkiyoResponded on October 25, 2024
    Shannon, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are sorry to hear you did not feel the value of the dining experience. The sake pairing is optional and selected upon your own request, with pricing included in the menu, which is $120 per person. We take pride in having some of the finest sake selections and a very robust menu. Sorry to hear we missed the mark for you and thank you for your visit.

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  8. Kevin

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. The food, drinks, crowd, and overall experience were wonderful!
    UkiyoResponded on October 25, 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so thrilled you enjoyed your experience, from the food, drinks and the intimate crowd setting! We hope to have the pleasure of having you join us again.

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  9. Elizabeth

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an exceptional experience! We have never had an omakase and I am sure this was a superior introduction. The 20-course dinner incorporates Laotian, Japanese, and Spanish cuisine (and others); traditional and modern styles; fine wines and sakes; with a mellow, but elegant ambiance. They treat you like royalty and family (all at the same time) as soon as you walk through the door. Treat yourself to the carefully (and specially) selected wine or sake flight pairing with dinner. We will certainly be back.

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  10. Jason

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely amazing experience. Food was fantastic. Can't wait for future menus.

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FAQs

Ukiyo is rated 4.8 stars by 89 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ukiyo

1317 14th St, Denver, CO 80202-1703

Additional information

  • Cross street
    14th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Whittier
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese Speciality
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paul Sananikone
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
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