We were in town for Morgan Wallen and a long weekend, and I would say this was 10/10 for both…read moreambiance and service - but a 12/10 for the dishes. We had a large variety of items throughout the menu and not one disappointed. The Matcha Tiramisu was fabulous. I'm not usually a fan of tiramisu so I am grateful I was convinced.

This is one of my most often returned to restaurant in the Lohi area. Amazing food, great happy…read morehour, and delicious drinks. The vibe here is of a japanese izakaya, though not a super traditional one, with sake bombs and everything. That said, the food is definitely on the pricier side, though extremely delicious. My typical go to is on of the salad. Now salads typically are not standout at most restaurants, but the ones at Kawa Ni just hits different. Both the red cabbage and pear salad and the brocolli salad are delicious and the portion is massive, easily enough for a table of 4 to share. For apps and shareable entrees, you can't go wrong here. The build your own tuna temaki hand rolls can easily be shared and the tuna is so fresh and well seasoned. The szechuan dumplings are delicious, as is the curry onigiri and the bao bun. The Dan Dan noodle, kimchi Carbonara, and their tonkotsu ramen are also amazing, and, with the exception of the tonkotsu ramen, can easily be shared. I would highly recommend other seasonal dishes as well, such as the coconut swordfish or chicken katsu parm. However, one of my absolute favorite dish here is the ochazuke. It's basically grilled fish over rice in a warm green tea dashi. It's so comforting, especially on a cold night, and a dish that I return to time and time again. Overall, Kawa Ni is an amazing japanese restaurant. Come for the food and just make sure you get a sake bomb and ask for the gong when you do.

I kept hearing about this spot and their weekday/weekend specials, so I finally checked it out--and…read morenow it's in my regular rotation. It's definitely giving date night energy: low lighting, candlelit tables, and a cozy-but-busy atmosphere. Every time I've gone it's been pretty packed, but I've never had trouble snagging a seat (and I never make reservations). Honestly, it's become my go-to for a solo night--cocktail in hand, spicy book in the other. My routine? Friday nights. I settle in with my book, order the Thai calamari (which has the perfect punch of flavor), and wait for the 9pm special--$0.99 oysters until close on Fridays and Saturdays. Such a steal. The servers are always great, but Chris really stands out--attentive, kind, and totally gets the vibe of letting me relax and enjoy my drink and my book. I also came during Denver Restaurant Week and did their 3-course menu: calamari (obviously), the sea bass (which surprised me in the best way), and the blood orange olive oil cake... WOW. Light, citrusy, and perfectly balanced--not too sweet, just right. Most recently, I brought my boyfriend and we finally explored more of their oyster selection. Our server guided us based on our flavor preferences, and we loved a few so much we had to order another dozen. This spot is a gem--whether it's a solo unwind night or a cute date. I try to come at least once a month, and it never disappoints.

Wildly mediocre, wildly expensive. The happy hour is a trap with small portions for a few dollars…read moreless than regular menu prices. Nothing tasted all that good - the calamari is drowned in a sweet Thai chili sauce to hide how bad it is. They also have 99 cent happy hour signs plastered everywhere and the waiter made sure to point out "these are the happy hour oysters" but the fine print says that's just for one day in the future. Seems a bit suspect and intentional. Random unexplained "surcharge" of 3.5%. Not worth the money or visit, bland and overpriced food even during happy hour.

Had an incredible burger tonight, really freaking good…read more Wifey liked the clam chowder. Waiter was excellent and the other staff were friendly. It is not upscale but casual. Went after a Rockies game. I don't like seafood and I'd go back!

I normally stay away from oysters in landlocked states, but Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is one…read moreplace I trust every time. They partner with Rappahannock Oyster Company in Virginia to offer their own proprietary oysters, which says a lot about their commitment to quality. This was the third location I've visited in their group, and this one is conveniently located near Union Station Denver in downtown Denver. It's a great stop if you're in the area. I follow them on social media and they occasionally run some really good specials. One thing I like is that they change their menus frequently, so it feels like you can try something different every time you visit. On this trip I had the Salmon Kushiyaki -- teriyaki, crispy skin, and broccolini gomae -- and it was excellent. The staff was friendly, service was smooth, and they also have a solid beer selection. Overall, a dependable seafood spot with quality ingredients and a menu that keeps things interesting.

Stopped in this morning to pick up Glow and Morning Grove. They didn't have either, BUT I still…read morewalked away with 5 other juices equally as amazing! The owner was bottling Yogi and since my mom has a turmeric allergy (and celery) he provided that one without the turmeric. He also steered me to the juices without celery. I was in and out in record time. Ready to give my mom and her dance instructor the boost they need for their competition this afternoon! Thank you so much!! Would recommend and would definitely return!

Called morning off and they were able to accommodate a cleanse/detox for 2 people. We do these…read morecleanses whenever we feel sluggish and haven't been the best with our diet. Superior service and went above and beyond with fresh juices. They have THREE different types of nut milks! 1st time trying these out and will post once done. Super stoked!!!

We had dinner here on a Tuesday evening and sat out on the patio--such a great spot to enjoy the…read moredowntown Colorado Springs atmosphere. The streets were busy, but the vibe on the patio was relaxed and welcoming. Service was friendly right from the start, and the food really impressed us. The seafood was fresh and flavorful. I ordered the grilled oysters, which were fantastic, and my husband went with half a dozen raw oysters--done right with vinegar, shallot sauce, and hot sauce. We also shared hush puppies, fried to perfection with just the right crunch. For mains, my husband had the lobster roll (he devoured it!) while I had the crab pasta with a rich, cheesy sauce. Both dishes were delicious--I practically inhaled mine. Overall, we were very happy and satisfied with our meal. Jax does seafood right, and I definitely want to come back to try more dishes from their menu. Highly recommend if you're craving fresh seafood in the Springs!

superb service and delicious food in a relaxed setting…read more It's been years since I've been to Jax. Previously it was a favorite haunt to meet friends and colleagues for happy hour. I always liked the specials on food and drink. Jax didn't disappoint! I had a wonderful Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc paired with some happy hour oysters (I preferred the west coast ones) and a nice blue cheese wedge. Made for a perfect, light meal, especially after I added some bread. Ask for their bread - it's amazing. If you're looking for fresh seafood in a relaxing vibe, I highly recommend Jax.

Wife N and I vacationing in town, and we'd always wanted to go to Jax for dinner…read more Friday evening 7:00, arrived with reservations and we were promptly seated. We started with the Steelhead Carpaccio. Delightful flavors of salmon, grapefruit, and pistachio prop up the lime cream. All at once makes for a delicious and complex play on a basic Carpaccio. Mains: I went with a Crab Caccio e Pepe, a delicious creamy take on crab and pasta. Just the right amount of Grana Padano and black pepper create the underlying notes for this crab and pasta dish. Delicious. Wife N went with the Blackened Ahi. This was extremely tender, and cooked perfectly (which is to say, absolutely raw with the exception of the flawless eighth-inch sear all around). Fingerling potatoes, horseradish cream and a sweet onion jam routed out the flavors here. Perfect. Place is a bit loud, but has all the vibe you'd expect from an oyster bar. Love Jax! We'll be back next time we're in town!

I have not been here before and my girlfriend thought it would be a fun place to go for my…read morebirthday. The restaurant was nice and clean and very well kept up. Our server was very nice and attentive. She was very helpful with the menu as well. The food was very good. I love oysters and I must say for being in a land locked state it all tasted nice and fresh. It is a bit on the pricey side, but if you come here once in a while, it is well worth it.

Exactly what we wanted - great food, service (Reese was our server. She was great!), and great…read morevalue. We got the oysters and the scallops to share. Amazing. Can't wait to go back

I visited Jax for Happy Hour and was very disappointed in their prices. A skimpy glass of Mediocre…read moreWine was $11 and a big Rip Off. The Happy Hour prices are ridiculously high. I went next door to the West End and for a much better glass of wine for $7. Huge difference! I won't be visiting Jax again!

My favorite restaurant! Made a reservation on Open Table and our hostess seated us immediately at…read morethe booth we requested. Our server, Malik, was so professional, courteous, engaging, gave us great suggestions and our meal experience was even better with him as our server! We ordered the Happy Hour cocktails of lemon drop martinis and a regular martini. Ordered a half-dozen of the Pearl oysters and they were so yummy, we ordered another half-dozen. Well-presented and delicious! We then ordered the Nantucket Risotto (only been on the menu for 2 weeks), the Blue Island Diver's Platter (ask for the octopus), a Happy Hour Crispy Slider and Fish Taco. We combined this with a glass of white wine and red wine. The meal was absolutely fabulous and we then finished this spectacular meal with sharing a key lime pie. Once again, Malik made this meal even better with his genuine smile, attentiveness and efficiency. Make sure you sign up for their Loyalty Rewards program and they offer a great inexpensive weekday 3-course Power Lunch.

Went in on Saturday night for the late night oyster deal…read more The service has been hit or miss. Sometimes it's good other times absolutely terrible. I will say for the oyster deal it has been good, but sometimes the oysters aren't cleaned well. Again a hit and miss. The ambiance is nice and soothing, very ocean blue. We have also tried some sides and other entrees. The shrimp entree was good but lacked some salt. The burger was amazing with the bacon jam and always have the best shoestring fries. I also got an order of the crispy rice that has a salmon and a tuna. The salmon was way too sweet and had a fishy aftertaste that I disliked. The truffle tuna was definitely the better one of the two. However, the rice itself was absolutely mushy and not necessarily crispy. It also didn't have the best flavor. Desserts tried were the olive oil orange cake and the brownie. both are OK and nice and sweet, but not something I would spend money on Overall, truly think this place is a hit and miss. Just depends on the night.