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    Kenichi Aspen

    3.8 (262 reviews)
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    KENICHI ASPEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Upscale
    Good for groups

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    At the beautiful sushi counter
    Chris H.

    My star rating: * Totally avoid. Why are you even open? ** Avoid unless the last restaurant on earth. *** Several important misses. Not recommended. **** Very enjoyable experience. Highly recommended. ***** Hits every mark of perfection. Best Japanese restaurant in Aspen! Go ahead and treat yourself. PROS Wow! Top-quality sushi Beautiful restaurant Wonderful menu selections Incredible sake choices Very professional, friendly staff Japanese Uni was best I have ever had CONS A bit expensive, but worth it for such quality food (we did not hold back on ordering and spent about $200 pp + tip) - no regrets.

    Blake roll & toro toro toro roll
    Ashley L.

    Deserves a much higher rating- tied with Matsuhisha for best sushi in town. An absolutely great experience even with a black out during our whole dinner. They did their best to get us as much as our food out as they could. Our waiter, David, was extremely accommodating & friendly. The food is delicious and fresh. We loved the wagyu beef bites, toro toro toro roll, miso soup, short rib appetizer, yellowtail serano. Ambiance is very relaxing & lively. Perfect for big groups & families

    Toro nigiri, Hokkaido Sea Urchin, Salmon sake nigiri
    Jane K.

    Our experience was okay, as sushi servers from LA we had high expectations with this restaurant since it was recommended from a coworker. Everything was fine, the server was nice, knowledgeable and the ambiance is upscale nightlife like. The music was good and everyone helps with running food, drinks and clearing plates. The only reason I give this 3 stars is because we thought the price point was a bit high for quality of food. We ordered pretty much 800 dollars worth of food for a table of 4 and money isn't an issue. We were full/ content but not stuffed. Our favorite was the lobster dynamite, torched salmon, duck bao and uni nigiri. One thing that disappointed us was the hot stone wagyu and salmon, it said it was cooked tableside but we had to do the cooking and immediately the wagyu stuck to the hot stone and it pretty much overcooked the meat. The salmon also got stuck so we had chunky pieces. The cocktails were also on the meh side, the yuzu lemon drop was okay but lychee martini was not good at all. Overall we probably won't be back but it was a okay experience. We ate everything (annihilated every dish) but I think we just have high standards for sushi since we work at an upscale sushi restaurant. I think it's a nice restaurant, modern upscale vibe. Come for the ambiance and experience. Expect to spend some money too.

    Traditional Crispy Tofu
    Tian G.

    Great food and good service! The crispy tofu was surprisingly good! Well-seasoned and great texture. Definitely the highlight of the meal since it has a very unique taste that I have not had before in other Japanese restaurants. Scallop was tender. The mushrooms and the vegetables underneath the scallops were yummy. The Godzilla roll was good. The strawberry on top was actually a good addition to the roll - a little bit of sourness makes it tastes lighter. The shrimp was a little heavy: both the coating and the sauce. But still good. Overall I enjoyed the quality of the food I tried here.

    wagyu hot rock
    Anjali B.

    the service was moderate pace but everyone was very nice. The food was very good! Would recommend.

    Eman F.

    Dear foodie readers...if you are in Snowmass go try Kenichi...I don't know if it's my body requesting salt after a long day of skiing, but I always crave soy sauce on our ski trips...is that just me? Well anyway, everyone was too tired from a long day of skiing to join us, so it ended up just being my hubs and I...we were seated at the bar, since we did not have reservations (highly recommend), but it was perfect...the bartender was great, so friendly and helpful with some recommendations...we had the veg yaki soba...it's a huge portion, enough to share, was delicious...we also got the eggplant, was so different, very tasty...as for rolls we tried the dynamo roll, along with the yellowtail roll...both amazing...we really enjoyed it, hit the spot after a fantastic day of skiing.

    Linda R.

    Kenichi earns 5 stars but I'd take 1/4-1/2 star off for one reason...read through to see why. It was quite late when we were ready for dinner (about 9pm) so we weren't quite sure we'd get seated anywhere, Kenichi was our first choice. As we approached we noticed they had their heat lamps going and empty tables outside- yes! However, they're not currently serving outside due to the lack in number of servers (real problem everywhere). It was decided that we could order our food "to go" but utilize their outdoor table. The bartender that we placed our order with decided that wasn't good enough (we had been good with it) and she, along with other staff, so very kindly brought all of the plates, serving pieces, and our plated food out to us. They absolutely went way above and beyond out of their way to accommodate us in a most generous manner. We always remember Kenichi to have the kindest staff, still true today a dozen years later! Our sushi is always fresh and delicious. It's presented nicely. I also appreciate the plant based options. The deleting of 1/4-1/2 star is because their ambience music is anything but ambient. It was literally the most disgusting rap music I've ever heard, this coming from a true music lover of ALL genres. This particular playlist included rap that most definitely denigrated women and was peppered continuously with talk about f@*king. Not too pleasant over dinner

    Mani B.

    Quality - okay. Service - great! Food was good, but not as great as the prices listed. Cleanliness was there but not as everywhere else in the area Variety of dishes which is great for any picky eaters.

    Tempura shrimp roll, spicy tuna roll, Mega Salmon roll, Dynamo roll

    We had an amazing time dining here last night. We were a party of two, so since we went early enough in the evening we were able to get a seat at the sushi bar without an issue. One of our favorite parts of the night was watching the sashimi chefs plating the dishes from our seat at the bar. They, along with our waitress, were extremely kind and providing amazing service the entire night. We got some of the sushi rolls, which all turned out amazingly. All in all, I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a nice sushi dinner in Aspen.

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    Had a wonderful meal! The Godzilla roll omg never knew that strawberry was good with raw fish

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    Matsuhisa Aspen - Aji

    Matsuhisa Aspen

    4.2(477 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$$

    reservation was late which is usually a mistake in this town because you either lose momentum or…read moregain too much of it walked in and the place was already fully operational two levels, sushi bar locked in, upstairs doing something a little more serious, downstairs moving fast. people positioned in a way where they can see and be seen but also pretend that's not what's happening sat down and ordered correctly which matters here yellowtail jalapeño showed up first and immediately reset expectations. not complicated. just exact. same with the black cod. that dish has been on the menu long enough that nobody needs to talk about it anymore. it just arrives and ends a portion of the conversation that's kind of the rhythm of the place food comes out and you adjust room gets louder but never loses control. sake moving. plates turning. people checking each other out without moving their heads you look around and realize nobody is experimenting. everyone is ordering like they've done this before or wish they had we added a few things late which could have gone wrong but didn't. kitchen absorbed it like it was part of the original plan guy behind the bar caught it, rerouted the timing, and kept everything aligned. didn't catch the name but i think it was barron sawyer. handled it like it happens every night walked out and the street felt slower than it should have five stars this is a place where the menu already knows what you're going to do and approves of it

    Food, service and ambiance were simply most Aspen like. Congrats to Douglas Elliman sell the city…read moresales force and having a splendid dinner w great tips on local real estate! The scallops foie gras is to die for. Tootles!!!

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    Matsuhisa Aspen - Empty restaurant, sushi $15 per piece, small portion large prices

    Empty restaurant, sushi $15 per piece, small portion large prices

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    White House Tavern - Eggs

    White House Tavern

    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    White House Tavern is a perfect example of Aspen casual done right…read more The restaurant sits in a charming historic house and has such a warm, relaxed energy -- great music, friendly staff, and a lively atmosphere. The crispy chicken sandwich is honestly one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Perfectly crispy, juicy, and balanced with just the right amount of heat. The kale salad and fries were also excellent, and everything came out quickly despite how busy the place was. The service was upbeat and welcoming, and the whole experience felt effortless. If you want a fun, laid-back lunch or dinner in Aspen without sacrificing quality, this is absolutely the place.

    This place was very highly recommended amongst all of our friends and relatives that live around…read moreAspen, so we had high hopes. The service was wonderful, we got our food very quickly, and the ambiance was adorable. A little loud but nothing too crazy. The food itself was fine. We ordered the duo dip, French fries, the French dip, and the chicken sandwich. The guac and the other dip were really good and we loved the chips too. The fries are pretty much what you'd expect, except once they got to room temperature they became super hard and not very edible. My husband said the French dip meat was good and tender, pretty good flavor overall. I had the chicken sandwich which was huge! They split the sandwich into three wedges and I could only finish two. I liked the texture of the chicken was nice and I liked the slaw on it, however, the flavor overall was kind of lacking. I would say it was a bit overhyped. Overall, it was a nice experience for a decent price and I'm glad we went. Would we go back? Probably.

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    White House Tavern - Fire place and inside

    Fire place and inside

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    Smoked fish dip

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    Madame Ushi - Octopus Entree

    Madame Ushi

    3.3(31 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    First of all, this restaurant is stunning. Although not very big, the layout and decor is chic and…read morealluring. Think the word that comes to mind when you're here is Mysterious? My husband thought the whole place felt affectatious. The place seeks to have this nightclub-lounge-speakeasy vibe with its super-dark lighting (almost black!). It took a good 15 minutes for my eyes to adjust to the dark lighting. I have terrible night vision...and initially I could barely see. It was stylish and sexy, but definitely not comfortable. Like a nightclub, there's even a coat check station. The overhead music was very cool...progressive, metro chic and loungy. Whatever you'd call that music genre now lol! It was cranked up a bit loud...and I think it weighed on my husband, who doesn't love this genre of music like I do. The place was obviously a magnet for a ton of pretty, young people of Aspen. I was just glad that my husband was facing me, seated away from the room, which was filled with a ton of hot, single ladies lol! The pricing was completely outlandish...to be expected of Aspen. We ordered several items off the menu to share...White Fish Tempura, Shrimp Tempura, Smoked Kurobuta Ribs, Spicy Salmon Roll and Ube Waffle. For drinks, I got this Chai cocktail...and I think my husband got the Sake? All items were delicious...but in a way, I thought they could have been better. Also, they should have cranked up the presentation more...considering its price points. I just felt that the foods could have looked as expensive as they were priced. Guess if I HAD to choose, I liked the Ribs and the Ube Waffle the most. The service was good...but somehow, a bit inconsistent at times. Overall, I was impressed with the decor and the vibe much more than the foods (again, quite underwhelming in presentation...especially for the price points). Still, I enjoyed the dining experience here...despite some disappointments. However, my husband may not have quite loved it when he got the final bill lol.

    Tried to come here after a concert as there was a line. No one informed us it was a private party…read moredespite talking to the man and woman at the front of the line multiple times. We wasted 30 min in a line of a party we couldn't get into. Wouldn't recommend and also annoyed we wasted our time.

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    Madame Ushi
    Madame Ushi
    Madame Ushi

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    Mawa's Kitchen

    Mawa's Kitchen

    4.3(195 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Mawa's Kitchen in Aspen was a standout experience for me. I ordered the oxtail and honestly was…read moreblown away rich, deeply flavorful, and cooked to a level of tenderness that made it hard to put down. It was also my first time trying Ethiopian influenced food, and it felt like a great introduction. The dish had warmth, depth, and a kind of layered spice profile that felt both new and comforting at the same time. Overall, a really memorable meal in Aspen especially the oxtail, which alone is worth going for.

    Wow! We loved Mawas! It was so good we came back for lunch before our flight. It's within walking…read moredistance of the airport on the Aspen Business complex tucked away. There is a sweet deck attached for eating outside, which we took advantage of the first time we went. The restaurant interior is just as charming, very clean and modern aesthetic, offering a lovely place to eat. The menu is fresh and wholesome ingredients. We got the same things both times, the Thai noodle salad and the tomato soup - both to die for !! So good. The second time we went we also got a cappuccino, which we regret not getting the first time. The staff is welcoming and super nice, the service was extremely fast and each time we were very well taken care of. We found out that Mawas is a Michelin guide restaurant which is hugely notable on how good this place is. You definitely won't regret going to Mawas kitchen.

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    Mawa's Kitchen - Vegetarian Benedict, another regular Benedict and croque madame! Yum!

    Vegetarian Benedict, another regular Benedict and croque madame! Yum!

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