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Ukiyo, Denver, CO

Ukiyo

4.8
4.8
107 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
  • Fancy
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
  • Website
    http://www.ukiyoomakase.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Paul Sananikone
  • Location
    1317 14th St, Denver, CO 80202-1703
  • 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

  • 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

  • Kizuna no Tabemono “Food of Connection” Menu 3

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 10, 2025 - Jul 1, 2025
    Kizuna no Tobemono refers to bonds or connections— between people and cultures. Ukiyo’s third menu brings together diverse ingredients and culinary traditions in a harmonious way while simultaneously bringing together guests for an intimate dining experience. Like the previous menu, Ukiyo will offer an intimate, high-end dining experience guided by the traditional Japanese concept of kaiseki, in which a procession of small Japanese-inspired dishes descends on diners throughout the evening. Kizuna no Tabemono showcases a bold fusion of flavors, blending Southeast Asian, Japanese, Western and contemporary influences into a seamless dining experience- highlighting the artistry of traditional techniques paired with modern innovation.
    Kizuna no Tabemono “Food of Connection” Menu 3 Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 107 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
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Innovative

  • Denver Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Denver Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Denver Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ukiyo offers a captivating dining experience in Denver, renowned for its intimate omakase setting. Guests rave about its "phenomenal experience," "incredible blends of service, ambiance, and storytelling," and "wonderful 20-course dinner." With exceptional cocktails and sake pairings, Ukiyo is perfect for adventurous food lovers seeking unique culinary artistry.

107 Reviews

  1. Vance

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ukiyo was such a great experience. The food was incredible- not just from taste, but from the textures and playful ways to incorporate many different regional flavor profiles.

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  2. Joe

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience! Food was amazing! Highly recommend. Great date night idea, Or a unique dinning experience with friends. Being able to interact with the chefs was a nice new experience as well.

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  3. Alex

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Having experienced other venues associated with Bao, I was already a fan of their work, and Ukiyo did not disappoint. This was my first time trying an Ukiyo Omakase experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a fun and unique dining adventure. From the moment you step through the front door, the first-class service is apparent, thanks to great management, a knowledgeable chef, and truly remarkable food. I’m already excited to return and try the tuna experience next!

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  4. Kevin

    Denver

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible. Best dining experience ever

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  5. Rachel

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Every course was amazing and the staff were wonderful. We can’t wait to do it again!

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  6. CeCe

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply amazing experience. The food, the ambience, the staff - everything was exceptional. My spouse and I went for my birthday and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. We will definitely be going back.

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  7. Jamie

    VIP

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ukiyo was an amazing experience! We have traveled all over the world and have been so lucky to have tried many Omakase menus. Ukiyo was, by far, the best. Chef Paul and Chef Kelby were so gracious and Jeremiah and Vanessa topped off the experience with their kindness and knowledge. This is a must-experience Chef’s Table in Denver!

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  8. Anne

    Denver

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Did the whole bluefin tuna experience on NYE and it was amazing. The service - spectacular. Having good communication before the time of arrival is key and definitely started off the experience on a positive note days before. Vanessa as the hostess/director was amazing. Chef Paul elevates food by combining cuisines and flavors - and every one of his staff got a workout cutting up that whole tuna! I had the enhanced pairing and it was wonderful to try new and different wines and sakes - all of them matched beautifully. Their whiskey list is so much fun, but the quantity of the pairing meant I could only sneak one in and still enjoy the food. Definitely making another reservation in a couple of weeks to try the “regular” omakase. My husband and I travel a lot to go to restaurants; having this in our backyard is delightful and I can’t wait to see how it transforms and progresses.

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  9. WHITNEY

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the MOST INCREDIBLE MEAL in Denver!! We had some really chatty people sitting next to us at the dinner, which was no fault of the restaurant, but it was a bit weird. WE WILL BE BACK 10X! Thank you, Chefs!

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  10. Kaitlin

    VIP

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining experience and drinks were amazing! Had a beautiful and tasty cocktail and then did the sake pairing.

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FAQs

Ukiyo is rated 4.8 stars by 107 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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