The food, service and atmosphere at Uchiko Denver were amazing. One of the best meals I've ever had. Our server, Adam, was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. I definitely recommend dining at Uchiko Denver. read more

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From the start, she made us feel welcome and taken care of. She asked what we were celebrating and paid attention to everything during the night. It felt like she was trying to make the night special, not just do her job. All night, she kept bringing us little surprises about every 30 minutes. Each dish or treat came at the perfect time and made the night feel fun and memorable. It didn't feel like just dinner--it felt like a special celebration. She paid attention to everything. She knew what we needed before we asked and checked on us at the right times. You could tell she really cared about making our night good, and that's not something you see everywhere. The food was amazing, but Sarah made the whole experience even better. She was friendly, helpful, and really thoughtful. It felt like she wanted us to have a great night. We've been to a lot of restaurants, and good service makes a big difference. Sarah gave us some of the best service we've ever had. If you get Sarah at Uchiko Denver, you're going to have a great time. Thank you, Sarah, for making our night so special. We'll be talking about this for a long time and can't wait to come back. read more

Uchiko Denver - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Uchiko $180 before tax and tip Nigiri salmon tuna hamachi was good 3 pieces Blue fin filet with whiskey sauce with pears - not bad. Sauce good. Partner loved sauce P38 roll- ok with sauce but nothing special , would not get again Squash tempura - 4 tiny pieces but brown butter sauce so good Sea bass- tiny tiny pieces, sauce is good with herbs all together . Dashi is amazing Hama chili- very good sashimi, refreshing Skirt steak- overcooked but all the toppings tempura crunch kale was good. Would have been great if cooked rare Smores ice cream pint $12 take home pretty good Overall, very tasty. We had 3 people. Comfortably full after ice cream once got home. read more

Uchiko Austin is one of my favorite restaurants. So, when my boyfriend and I learned there was a Denver location, we quickly made a plans to stop by during our vacation. We made reservations for the sushi bar and we did the Somakase, the curated tasting menu. When you walk in, you know you're in a fancy restaurant. The lighting is low, the color scheme is dark, but there's a warmth to it. Everyone from the valet parking crew to the wait staff made us feel welcome. Even the manager stopped by to say hello at the end of our meal. Chef Koy was our sushi chef. She was amazing. She considered our individual preferences, she was knowledgable, and took the time to talk to us about every dish. My favorite bite was the caviar (see photos). Overall, 10/10 experience. The food was great, the service was just as good. I hope to return in the near future. read more

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After years of having Uchi in Denver, when I heard Uchiko was opening and that it would be more of a tapas style offering, I was stoked to check it out! Let me tell you, they did not disappoint. Their happy hour is a phenomenal value. We had the happy hour omakase which is $120 for 2 people. $120 for 1 person would be a good deal so yeah, definitely don't skip over this option. It came with 9-10 dishes with a mix of appetizers, hand rolls, nigiri, rice plates, and wagyu. For $60/person? I can't stop emphasizing how good of a deal that is. My favorite was the nigiri and wagyu. I thought some of the dishes were a bit salty but I like my food on the blander side. Just check out my pictures to see how great everything looks! Another great thing about Uchiko is the atmosphere and phenomenal service. It really has a sexy, smooth, dark atmosphere sure to impress any date and business individual you may bring there. Ashley was our server and she was a 10/10 for her professionalism and personality. She made sure to make our experience there extra special. read more

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Came here for lunch/brunch and let me just say, the lunch special here is excellent. Extremely reasonably priced food and even better priced cocktail (6 dollars drinks in Cherry Creek at a nice sushi restaurant? Can't be beat). Every drink was extremely tasty and well-crafted. I ordered the Cha Soba Tempura, which is chilled dipping soba with tempura, and the dish was wonderful. It was very light and definitely refreshing, perfect for a hot summer day. My wife ordered the Chirashi Bowl, which expectedly has extremely fresh fish. That said, the dishes were definitely on the lighter side for sure. Will definitely be returning here in the future for lunch/brunch. I think this is definitely one of the best lunch in the area and as a whole, I think I prefer Uchiko over Uchi. read more

Uchiko Denver - Soba - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Stopped in for lunch over the weekend and wow, they have some really great deals that I didn't expect! Plenty of seating, especially at the bar. Sushi was delicious, even though the prices were more reasonable for lunch you are gonna pay a little more than most sushi spots, but the quality is worth it if you ask me! Service was great. Everyone was so friendly. I'll definitely be back. I wanna check out there happy hour Omakase $120 for two people and nine courses? Yes please. read more

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Got a Friday evening happy hour reservation at the sushi bar, it was perfect! The staff were friendly and attentive the whole time. Our sushi chef was James, the head sushi chef. We were greeted with a refreshing sample of a pallet cleaner drink then we got hama chili a delicious melt in your mouth citrus forward hamachi. Then the chef provided us with a sample of mackerel. Then our sashimi of sake toro and hamachi arrived beautifully presented with a side is aged soy sauce. We followed up with hand rolls. The lychee martini was refreshing, simple and beautiful a perfect. The subarashi, a tequila based drink was also refreshing with a peppery rim that added to the experience. Once they brought the check, they followed up with a surprise vegan sorbet and banana that reminded me of a coconut banana fosters. read more

Uchiko Denver - Outside - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

First time here, its an intimate little sushi spot. I wanna know how long before the interior wood sucked up all the odor. If you have been to uchi, you know walking out you smell like steak. But otherwise very accommodating, the wait can be a bit but server is nice. The madai crudo was balanced, fresh and savory sauce to top of it off. Hard to mess up a crudo. Grilled swordfish was a bit too chewy, wasnt sure if they overcooked it. It was a bland taste, needs the side topping to create a flavor profile which was kind of disappointing since the main showcase should have been the fish. A variety nigiri, fish was great. But the rice is a too sweet for my taste. Needed something savory to compensate for it even a drop of soy would help. But they dont offer any soy sauce or wasabi. Not many restaurants do this unless they're confident in their cooking.... read more

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I've loved Uchi in Denver for years, so I was excited to try Uchiko in Cherry Creek, and it absolutely delivered, but in a different way. Where Uchi feels lively and bright, Uchiko leans darker, sexier, and a little more intimate. It's the kind of place you book for a date night when you want the energy to feel magnetic but still refined. One of the most unique elements? The wood-fire section. I've had a lot of sushi in my life, and I've never experienced that subtle, cozy aroma woven into the dining room. It added warmth without overpowering the delicacy of the fish, such a thoughtful touch. We couldn't decide what to order and weren't quite ready for a full omakase, so our server suggested a guided meal curated by her and the sushi chefs. It ended up being the perfect move. She took our hunger level, budget, and flavor preferences into account and paced everything beautifully. As someone who notices intentional hospitality, I really appreciated that. We also asked about a sake flight (they don't formally offer one) but she created a custom tasting experience throughout the meal. Each pour was selected with care, and she even walked us through the tradition of drinking from the overflowing glass-in-a-box style as a symbol of abundance. It made the whole evening feel layered and immersive, not just dinner. Standouts: * Charred smoked edamame (never had them this way...addictive) * Oyster with root vegetable granita (bright, textural, unexpected) * Yellowtail and bluefin nigiri (so fresh they melted instantly) * Rock shrimp karaage tobanjan (the most elevated "bang bang shrimp" I've ever had) * Roasted lobster with trumpet mushrooms, tom aha, and meboshi butter. I would genuinely bathe in that broth. We kept dipping everything into it. The hot rock prime beef with ponzu was beautiful quality (though we wished the stone had a bit more heat), and the smoked salmon maki, while good, just didn't compete with the rest of the lineup. Overall, the experience felt curated, buzzy, and intentional from start to finish. I'll absolutely be back, especially for the wagyu tartare and crispy tuna next time. read more

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Came here opening week for their HH omakase and drinks ! The inside is absolutely gorgeous and it was packed. The HH omakase highlights a lot of their HH menu if you were to order à la carte. It was a good mix of items that we had and for 120$ I thought it was a fair price. I do wish it was more sushi forward but overall a good experience. About 3 courses were seafood. Pork Belly appetizer was a miss for us, felt too dry even with the sauce. HH lychee martinis are the perfect little sip! I had a reservation and it was still packed /- will be back again!! read more

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I had a solo dinner at the sushi bar. The service was amazing, from the moment I stepped in the door with the host, to my waitress, to my sushi chef. Everyone was so accommodating, knowledgeable and nice. The food was amazing, one of the best meals I've had, and the staff made it all that much better. Will be back read more

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Uchiko officially opened in Cherry Creek North 2/17/26 -- and yes, it's bringing the heat. From the team behind Uchi and James Beard Award winner Tyson Cole, Uchiko is the sister concept with the same sleek vibes + pristine seafood flown in daily -- but with a smoky, fire-driven twist with a whole "from the hearth" section. Open daily for lunch + dinner, with a strong happy hour 4-6pm (including a 9-course omakase for two for $120). What we loved: - The iconic hama chili from Uchi is on happy hour here, too. - Also present is another favorite from Uchi, the gyutoro (72-hour wagyu) - Seriously shocked by how good the braised celery root dish was (also on HH) - Daily special: smoked akami tataki (lean tuna loin in whiskey san ba zu) - Roasted lobster in creamy tom kha (favorite bite of the night) - From the hearth: grilled swordfish & bok choy in sriracha butter with lemon gremolata (also on HH) We thought the service was impeccable! read more

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Dined here for Father's Day. Truly an exceptional experience. Did the somakase tasting menu which is like omakase but you get to curate the tasting assortment based on your interests, guided by the helpful waitstaff. Every dish was superb. Several made use of the wood fired cooking capacity. Excellent service, lovely environment/design. Will be back! read more

Great employees and moody vibes! Be prepared for expected longer wait times because you are getting each dish as they are ready. -crispy tuna rice: tobanjan aioli, chive. Standard crispy tuna rice. I wish the rice was fried longer so it was crispier and I wish there was more flavor in the tuna mixture. -karaage: fried marinated chicken, cucumber, seasonal pickles. Can't go wrong with karaage. Chicken was tender with a nice outside coating. The sauce was not overpowering and paired well with the refreshing cucumbers. -take nabe: seasonal mushroom, koshihikari rice, farm egg added gyutoro. Nice savory teriyaki like flavors. Helped get the group a little fuller with the rice and mushrooms- would definitely recommend splurging to add the gyutoro -braised celery root: gochujang maple glaze, black garlic puree, sesame beurre monte. Very balanced dish, the gochujang was mild and did not overpower the dish. The celery root was cooked perfectly and not mushy. inari: crispy tofu, avocado, red kosho. This is a veggie roll that surprised me the most! The sushi rice is cooked perfectly and the crispy tofu had an amazing like sweet and savory flavor. BLUEFIN OTORO NIGIRI: not as a fatty as I would like and had a piece of chewy connective tissue that I have never experienced before at a nice sushi restaurant HAMACHI NIGIRI, KANPACHI NIGIRI, and sake toro/scottish salmon belly: Standard cuts of fish and expected amount of rice- nothing out of the ordinary. GYUTORO NIGIRI: Everyone at the table got different sizes... great charred flavor paired with a sweet and savory sauce. I appreciate that they brought it out as soon as it got off the hearth. NAMAHOTATE NIGIRI: one of favorites of the night! This had the slightest touch of some sort of ponzu where you could taste some saltiness and a splash of citrus. The scallop was a good firm texture and mildly sweet. NASU NIGIRI: Everyone got different size pieces at the table... but eggplant was nicely tender with an amazing char and teriyaki like flavor. milk and cereal: fried milk, chocolate mousse, toasted milk ice cream. The fried milk was a fun texture and did not taste burnt even with its darker color. The mousse was rich and paired well with the toasted ice cream. cheesecake: calpico, mandarin, yuzu. The star of the night! The cheesecake was crust-less with a nice sweet and tart base. The calpico was made into Italian ice so it's carbonation and bright flavors surprisingly paired perfectly with the cheese cake and mandarin oranges. read more

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We went to Uchiko's soft opening to preview their lunch service... twice. Overall, we were pleased with service and quality of food. Regular menu prices are on the higher end of the spectrum, but this is to be expected for the location, trendy atmosphere, and overall experience. We ordered ko lunch special chicken sando, lunch omakase, crispy tuna rice, several additional pieces of nigiri, dessert tart, and "milk and cereal" dessert. I will note that the table next to us got the ko lunch special burger, and I got a little jealous because it looked so good. Everything was beautifully presented. The seaweed salad was outstanding with crisp matchstick pieces of apple and perfect seasoning. The wedge salad was alright, but super fun and creative. Hamachi was in a bowl of light sauce with fun garnishes and orange supremes underneath. Tasty combination, but the orange slices were inconsistent in size and some pieces were too big. Temaki was very good. Seaweed stayed crisper than I expected. Tuna sashimi was nice. Nigiri was pretty good. The fish on the nigiri was of great quality prepared perfectly for good texture and flavor. The garnishes on the nigiri were creative, unique, and had amazing flavor. I love their creative use of herbs, like cilantro, on some of the nigiri. The kanpachi had garnishes that had southeast asian flavors, for example. A prime example of well-executed, and well-moderated, fusion. The sushi rice in the nigiri, however, was inconsistently cooked (some grains slightly tougher and some grains slightly softer), not seasoned enough, packed slightly too tight, no temperature contrast between fish and rice, and a little too much in quantity given the size of the fish. Don't get me wrong though, the sushi is really good. These are nitpicks against my opinion of absolute sushi perfection. I would give it a nigiri score of 84/100, which is average in top tier for me. Chicken sando was crispy and juicy, but not my favorite. I can't put my finger on why. Maybe it was chicken seasoning, maybe it was the sauce... just not to my personal taste. The fries were very tasty with some sort of seasoning that gave it a savory kick beyond just salt and pepper. One of my friends wanted ketchup with his fries, but they didn't have ketchup. I think it would be nice if they had any kind of sauce to serve with the fries. The tart was very good, but definitely felt out of season. Reminded me of fall. I would probably order it again though. The milk and cereal dessert was super creative with many components that integrated well. The best component was the captain crunch haha. Service was very professional and friendly. I don't expect everyone to be a sushi expert at a place like this, so I just brushed it off when the wait staff kept incorrectly naming the fishes presented to me. So if you get your nigiri and they start telling you what the fishes are, take it with a grain of salt. You come here for an experience, not to nerd out on fish and nigiri. If you want to nerd out on nigiri, like I sometimes like to do, then this is not a good place to do it. For nigiri purists and needs, there are other establishments well-suited for that need. Overall, 5 stars from me because they are doing what they set out to do very well. read more

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Server description of Menu confusing! Tried to sell twelve course dinner for $302, alcohol,tip not included! This was a little much. Ordered five items, bill was $119, left $30 tip! Would not recommend if you're hungry! read more

Absolutely love how this place looks inside! We came to celebrate our anniversary and did the happy hour omakase which was fantastic, not a bad bite was had. They also brought us over bubbles for the occasion which was a very sweet touch. Will definitely come back again to do the regular omakase read more

I came in for lunch at 11:30 and sat at the bar. It was pretty quiet when I arrived, but it definitely picked up in the time that I was there. Rachel was my main server and she was friendly and attentive. I was surprised that they have a lunchtime happy hour and I got a delicious $6 lychee martini. Can't beat that! I did the $29 prefix lunch special. The brussels sprouts were amazing! It had a little tang to it and I appreciated that they left a big water bottle so I was never left thirsty. The burger was also good, but I was pretty full after the brussels sprouts, so I took most of that to go. There is a seasonal sorbet and it sounds like it changes pretty regularly. Mine was a coconut lychee, which was great. The servers who dropped off the food described it each time. I thought it was an awesome deal for lunch! read more

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Went for lunch and had the lunch special for $29. Wow -- what a treat! We started with the wedge salad which was the best EVER. I had the burger, my friend had the chicken. Finished with a sorbet that was beyond delicious. We both agreed it was a 10 on a 5 star scale. Definitely go! read more

We went to Uchiko back in February during their opening week. We had gone to Uchiko Austin and love Uchi here, so we were super excited for a Denver location. Unfortunately, the service was actually bad. Our server was nowhere to be found for long periods of time, and they also kept bringing dishes that weren't ours to the table and then taking them back (3+ times). We did the omakase where your server chooses items based on your budget, which we do this at Uchi all the time, and it was actually shocking how little food we got for the pricepoint. In all, we got 3 small dishes and 4 pieces of nigiri each for over $150 per person?? We had to go way over budget to have a filling dinner, which has never happened before at Uchi. I'm willing to write it off as opening pains, but we're going to wait a loooong while before going back and just go to Uchi instead. read more

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Good, but not THAT good. I just feel like for the price I paid I should have been mind blown. The meat / Wagyu was absolutely fire - that have that nailed but everything else was okay and expensive. Ambiance is cute, and right in the heart of cherry creek. read more

Uchiko Denver - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

From the moment you walk in, this restaurant is pure magic. The ambiance strikes that perfect balance between refined and inviting, but the true heart of the space, literally and figuratively, is the open hearth where the hot entrées are prepared. Watching the flames dance as each dish is carefully finished adds a theatrical, intimate touch that elevates the entire experience. Every plate is a masterpiece. The fish is impossibly fresh, the flavors are clean yet deeply layered, and the attention to detail is evident in every bite. The hearth-kissed entrées bring a subtle smokiness and warmth that transforms traditional Japanese flavors into something both comforting and sophisticated. Service is seamless, knowledgeable without being intrusive, warm without being overbearing. You feel cared for from start to finish. This isn't just dinner; it's an experience. A celebration of craftsmanship, flavor, and atmosphere. Absolutely spectacular, and worth every moment. read more

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had the pleasure of attending the Uchiko soft-opening this week. i brought a few friends along and we were utterly blown away. i already knew that i loved Uchi, but the new concept is absolutely stunning. from hosts, to servers, to everyone in between-we were met with impeccable, genuine service. every time a plate was delivered, we received a full rundown of the dish. anytime that we finished a plate, it was cleared in seconds. they kept our table clean, our drinks full, our share plates swapped anytime they got dirty, and checked on us frequently. we got cocktails / mocktails right away. they have a few NA spirit options and an extensive cocktail menu. now let's chat the important stuff: food. holy sh*t. it was so hard to stop eating. we wanted to try everything (and you'll see from my photos, we got close) every piece of fish melted in our mouths like butter. the plating was beautiful. the textures were so unique and complimentary. this menu is truly just so well curated. standouts? yellowtail sashimi, hama chili, spicy crunchy tuna makimono, crispy tuna rice, east coast oysters, smoked akami tataki, and the Japanese sweet potatoes. the rice was so perfectly cooked too. we were all RAVING about these dishes. - they were out of the hot rock but that's next on my list. a second surprise standout run? the dessert menu. we tried the s'mores, cheesecake, and the milk & cereal. all three were iconic. legendary. s'mores took the number one spot for all four of us. the hard shell on the cake, wow. we even took pints of s'mores ice cream home. the best sushi I've had in denver + one of the top meals I've ever had. i could go on forever but I'll save you the time by just saying GO!!!! opens Feb 17th :-) read more

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PJ was our sushi chef who just recently moved from Miami to Denver, & introduced us to the most delicious plates he takes pride in preparing in front of us! Ambiance was nice for a Monday dinner, great customer service and fast delivery of the most well prepared dishes! It was a beautiful evening with PJ taking special interest in suggesting some of his fine dishes, explaining about the process of preparing, ingredients preparation and what is the best way to eat the each dish! The pallet cleanser drink they offer at the beginning is just a beginning to an outstanding dining experience! After having our well prepared and well explained dishes, ( including their signature to-die-for Woodfire edamame appetizer), our chef suggested to try the milk and cereal as first time experience: it was heaven in a bite! I feel the name doesn't do it any justice! The handmade vanilla ice cream with chocolate mousse and soft small bites made out of cereal with a creamy milky inside that explodes in your mouth is a whole different story! PJ was telling us exactly how to save each bite and he was so right: it was an unforgettable dining experience! We live down the street, but we never thought about dining there up until a friend suggested it so we walked in on a Monday evening and it became our favorite place to hang out ever since! Good as to all the chefs and staff working there to their professionalism and great customer service! read more

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New restaurant in cherry creek. Sister restaurant of uchi so they have similar food but more hot stuff. Uchi is my favorite sushi spot in denver so Uchiko did not disappoint. They have happy hour everyday 4-6 which is one of the best happy hours in Denver. They also are doing a nine course tasting for 2 people for $120 at happy hour which is such a good deal we had to try! I'll definitely be back. read more

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We had such a great experience at the new Uchiko in Cherry Creek. The atmosphere is warm and modern. The service was good for just opening. Every dish was beautiful and delicious. The sushi was exactly as expected, so good. We had so many tasty dishes. I cannot wait to go back! read more

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Uchiko was just amazing!!! This is a sister restaurant to Uchi and it did not disappoint! The rolls were very curated and very flavorful unlike anything we have ever tasted before. I would recommend this place, the area where it's at is lovely, and the ambience and decor is stunning and the service we got was amazing. Our server was very knowledgeable when she was giving us the run down of the menu. If you are in the cherry creek area I would recommend trying this place. read more

Uchiko (Uchi's sister restaurant) is the newest addition to Cherry Creek North and is already making waves. The dining room is expansive yet stylish, with an energetic but polished atmosphere. Despite opening only this week, the restaurant was completely full and reservations appear to be booked months out. We sampled selections from the daily happy hour menu (4-6pm) and were impressed across the board. A thoughtful touch: we were gifted a $25 certificate, presumably part of their opening celebration. Uchiko is absolutely worth adding to your Denver dining list. Shout out to the staff and our chef, Jacob. read more

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We went last night for my husband's birthday- they sat us at a nice table in the back room although it was still pretty loud. The HH menu was great so got a couple things off that and the main menu too. I'm vegan and he's vegetarian and we have plenty of options- the bok choy in yellow pepper and jackfruit sauce was awesome! The charred mushroom was very interesting and smoky- worth trying. The furikake rice was a hit, as were the nasu nigiris. Couple items got mixed up on their end, but they fixed it so good customer service. Would just say the food took forever- the nasu took over 45 mins to come out. Lastly, the lychee martini was great too! read more

The manager called me after the experience we had. She took accountability and sent us a gift certificate to come back. I really appreciate a business that cares about it's customers, the gift certificate was completely unexpected and we're looking forward to using it. read more

Our first time trying Uchiko tonight. We had such a wonderful experience. The service here is top notch and made us feel so welcome from the moment we stepped in to the moment we left. Every bite we ordered was delicious and well executed. I would highly recommend!! read more

Went for a quick lunch at the recently opened Uchiko at Cherry Creek North. The exterior of the restaurant was modern and low profile and used wooden materials extensively for the interior, including walls, doors, tables and floor. Beside wood, the color palette consisted of black, gray and gold. The overall ambiance was simple, modern and elegant. The restaurant was reasonably business during lunch hours. Ordered the sushi omakase and karaage. The omakase had five courses including seaweek salad, temaki, two pieces of nigiri, three pieces of sashimi and Uchi's famous hama chili. The portion was right for a light lunch. The taste and texture were up to expectation, and the presentation was good. The karaage was non-traditional with a slightly spicy taste similar to orange chicken, but the chicken was juicy and tender. The service was attentive and the server explained the ingredients of the dishes before serving. Quite satisfied overall. The restaurant is at Third and Fillmore read more

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I am ordered a few cocktails and the spicy crunchy tuna makimono (and tried a few bites of other items as well); the spicy tuna was the best thing I have eaten in over a year! The lychee martini was so refreshing and delicious. All of the drinks were so tasty - espresso martini had a good umami to it, the saki was clean and smooth, the hachi no hiza was also delicious. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. The food and drink were so good, I didn't have a chance to photograph! The staff were educated on the menu, helpful and fun. There is a cute patio if you are craving some fresh air as well. I would fully recommend trying this place. read more

Came for my moms bday lunch. There is a ton of construction going on so parking is near impossible. I think at night they have valet but not for lunch. We arrived at 2:15 resy a little early and they seated us right away. It wasn't super busy. The front bar area had a lot of people seated but the back area by the sushi bar had just one other table. We had Shaylin and she was nice. I like their lunch they have the lunch prix fixe for $29 that's like 2 options and sorbet or the KO lunch which is a bit more for a few dollars more. I got the KO which started with wedge salad, 2 pieces of nigiri and a hand roll then choice of cheeseburger, Karage or Katsu sandwich. It was my mom's bday and why I brought her to new place and she ordered Karage but I specifically asked if it was coated in sauce because she doesn't like any spice. She said it was so I said any sauce please put on side please. Well they pace out meals for salad, 2nd and entree and when it comes she says oh they sauced it but it's not that spicy. Well it was for my mom and I had to hail her down to get remade it took 20 min which super annoyed me as I am eating and my guest who's Birthday it was is just sitting waiting. I feel like Shailyn should have immediately had it remade when we had a whole convo about it or said try right now and let me know. It took a good 5-10' min to get her attention to send back. My Sando was ok- it's a very soft milk bread and I think all the sauces just overpower the bread and made it a mess. My bread was disintegrating under all that sauce. I would probably get the burger next time. After the food mess up and us telling them it's her bday they did nothing to alleviate or just make things special after their mess up. I was disappointed for $100+ lunch. Nor sure if I will be back. read more

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Can't say enough about this restaurant 10/10. One of the most enjoyable sushi experiences I've ever had and a must try in Denver. We went for lunch and it was still packed. The open kitchen is beautiful with a wood fired setup that really adds to the experience. The fish was incredible and every dish felt creative with beautiful sauces that tied everything together. The staff was amazing, very attentive, and gave great recommendations throughout the meal. read more

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So we did the happy hour bundle thing i was scared wouldn't get full but i was so surprised all the food was really good you can tell the people really care about there guest they where honestly one of the most attentive staff I've seen our server was Alan he was professional yet personable and extremely attentive to our water glasses. He knew the menu so well, and truly was such a gem we really appreciated our visit and will be back soon read more

Chef Jakob is the best!!! He is so kind and the food is absolutely delicious. Being Japanese, I have very high standards for sushi and was blown away. read more

This new Japanese restaurant in Cherry Creek North opened Feb 26 in a former art gallery. It is a sister restaurant to Uchi in Rino. They are open for lunch daily from 11am-230pm, then dinner after 4pm with Happy Hour from 4-6pm. I was able to make a reservation on OpenTable for 1. Beautiful inside design with soft wood tones. I sat at a brass table opposite the bar. My server, Erich explained the lunch menu. They offer quite a few drink specials. There is prix fixe menu for $29 and two other lunch specials up to $45. I ordered ala carte. I started with lunch wine special of Sand Point Sauvignon Blanc for $6. An entry level wine. My appetizer was grilled Brussels Sprouts for $11. The chopsticks are made of brown wood, not bamboo or plastic. Next was the Chirashi bowl for $28 with raw salmon, yellowtail, bigeye tuna, orange fish roe, thin sliced cucumbers, green onion and sushi rice. A small portion of Tamari instead of soy sauce was provided. Very fresh fish and just perfect sushi rice. I got a 2nd glass of 2024 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc. Much better flavor and slightly sweet. My next choice was the Spicy Crunchy Tuna makimoto with puffed rice served with a tobanjan aioli. Much better than soy sauce & wasabi. I finished with 2 scoops of guava sorbet. No service charge or kitchen fee. The sushi bar has 2 counters with 14 padded stools with additional room, 3 dining areas, an east facing sidewalk patio and a large private space for overflow and/or private events. I saw 4 gender free restrooms. read more

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Fantastic service, delicious drinks, and warm ambience. Unfortunately, like nearly all Cherry Creek restaurants, Uchiko is too cool for school. I prefer restaurants that let a few key ingredients shine. The swordfish was bland and had no grilled flavor. Tempura mixed vegetables were mediocre and didn't allow the vegetable flavors to shine through. And I'm not sure a bucket of aioli needs to accompany salmon makimono. Anyway, I hate to come down hard, but I know everyone in Cherry Creek is happy as long as there's good ambience and service. But I have actually dined in many other cities and keep wishing that Cherry Creek's dining scene might wow me. Uchiko has potential, but they need to focus on fire, taste, and simplicity. read more