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Ukiyo, Denver, CO

Ukiyo

4.8
4.8
103 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese Speciality

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 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
  • Area
    Whittier
  • Cross Street
    14th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Ukiyo Kaiseki Tasting 2

    USD 175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    12 Nov 2024 - 5 Jan 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

    USD 500.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 - 13 Nov 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

    USD 75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    7 Jan 2025 - 9 Jan 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

Menu

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What 103 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Innovative

  • Denver / Colorado

    Good for special occasions

  • Denver Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Denver Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Denver Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ukiyo offers an "absolutely amazing experience" with a 20-course omakase journey blending Laotian, Japanese, and Spanish influences. Guests praise the "phenomenal experience," with exceptional food, intimate ambiance, and expertly crafted sake pairings. Chef Paul and his team deliver a "wonderful tailored experience," making Ukiyo a standout dining destination in Denver.

103 Reviews

  1. Jamie

    VIP

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  2. Rachel

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    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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  3. CeCe

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  4. Anne

    VIP

    Denver

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  5. WHITNEY

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  6. Kaitlin

    VIP

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 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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  7. Bryan

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and a unique experience and elevated dining relative to most of the Denver food scene. It comes at a high price that many will raise their eyebrows at. However a great option for a special occasion, date, or group outing. Will go again.

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  8. Pawel

    VIP

    Denver

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second time to Ukiyo, and they did not disappoint. Food excellent, service superb. Very knowledgeable bartender, knowing all the sakes, craft cocktails, various Japanese spirits. Already planning a return visit.

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  9. Dan

    VIP

    Denver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic. Should have a Michelin star.

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  10. Catherine

    VIP

    Denver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was way too expensive and the food was awful. It costed us $500 a head. I would never recommend that someone go here. 0/10

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FAQs

Ukiyo is rated 4.8 stars by 103 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ukiyo

1317 14th St, Denver, CO 80202-1703

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    14th Street
  • Area
    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, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
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