The architecture and decor of Uchi is gorgeous. My friend and I came here and got the omakase and it was so delicious. The courses are all spaced out perfectly and the dishes were unique. This has been my favorite sushi experience so far. Our servers were so friendly and explained each dish to us. read more

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We ordered a variety of dishes, including the Bluefin Chutoro Nigiri, Hama Chili, Hamachi Nigiri, Hirame Nigiri, Hirame Usuzukuri, Kappa, Namahotate Nigiri, Sake Toro Nigiri, and the Zero Sen. Given Uchi's reputation as one of Denver's premier sushi destinations, our expectations were high. While some items were enjoyable, others fell short in terms of flavor. I thought the quality clearly didn't align with the premium pricing. In comparison, I would say many popular sushi spots in California offer superior quality at more reasonable prices. Overall, the experience didn't meet our expectations, and we left feeling that the value didn't justify the cost. On a positive note, the service was attentive and professional. The ambiance was lively and modern, with a bustling crowd that added to the energetic atmosphere. read more

On Sunday August 31st, 2025. Around 6 pm I visited Uchi Restaurant in Denver Colorado, while on a solo vacation. After dining, I was seated at a table and later asked to wait outside for a bar seat. I waited patiently for approximately 45 minutes before being accommodated. I was kind and understanding during this process, and the restaurant even provided me with a $25 gift card as a gesture. Once seated at the bar, I enjoyed conversation with a guest next to me. When I received a FaceTime call, I briefly spoke on the phone. About ten minutes later, the manager approached me, tapped my shoulder, and stated that my call was too loud. I immediately apologized. Afterward, I asked my bar neighbors if I had disturbed them, and they reassured me that I had not. However, when I asked the bartender, his response was unnecessarily rude, telling me I was in fact disturbing others. Shortly after, the manager returned and informed me that I needed to leave or the police would be called. I calmly stated that I would leave but wanted to finish the last sips of my wine, as I had just paid a $111 bill. She continued to call me rowdy when I was very cooperative and obeying by what I was asked to do. While walking out, I attempted to calmly address the matter with the manager, but she was already on the phone with the police, describing my clothing as if I had committed a crime. During this exchange, another female customer began harassing me. She touched me, grabbed my belongings, and continued to provoke me despite my repeated requests for her to stop. Others in the restaurant even assumed she was with me, though I had no prior connection to her. The harassment continued as I waited outside for my Uber. I was visibly distressed, experiencing a panic attack and hyperventilating, which my friend whom was on the phone & witnessed the entire thing turned on her screen recording because of the aggression they had. Despite the severity of the situation, the manager and bartender offered no concern or support. Instead, two other staff members came outside to check on me, offering water and compassion. My server Henry also provided excellent service earlier in the evening. Overall, while some staff members showed kindness and professionalism, the conduct of the manager and bartender was rude, aggressive, and dismissive, creating an unnecessarily hostile and traumatic experience despite my cooperative and respectful behavior as a paying guest. read more

Uchi Denver - This is the manager who treated me so poorly. - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The fish was spectacular. A group of us went as our monthly dinner club get together, and it did not disappoint. I am someone who has never liked beets no matter what variety. We'll i asked about their tempura vegetables and it was a striped beet, I decided to give it a try. Let me say Amazing!!! I was so surprised to the point I did not want to share them. Ha. Service was good and a little noisy, but it was packed with people. And I fully understand why none of us were disappointed. read more

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Really fun spot! Loved the vibe inside. I made a reservation the day of on a weeknight. Our server was friendly and welcoming. We shared what we were looking to eat and he curated a meal for us. Highlights were the lettuce wrap appetizer and pork and scallop entree. Sushi rolls were very fusion and interesting. Fish quality was fresh. Also loved their signature dessert - fried milk! Would def come again next time I'm in Denver. read more

uchi was the sleeper hit on my solar eclipse trip to texas a few years ago. uchi's cooked dishes are solid. raw fish dishes while pretty good are kinda pricey and easy to find elsewhere. my fav is the kinoko nabe, i have their official recipe saved bc i think about it so much. very solid here, they ran out of the gyutoro xo add on so we got the hot stone seared beef on the side to pair with it. bone marrow is also very well done - slight acidity of the salad and sweetness/umami of the xo pair very well. hamachi crudo and peach dessert were just ok would probably just sub with more nabe going forward. solid but not as mindblowing as my meal at the houston location. service was nice, we were seated promptly as a weekday walk in. ambiance was pretty similar to the other uchi, area around the bar is well-lit, everywhere else is a little dark read more

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Came late night and it wasn't too busy. There was a wait, so our group waited outside. We were offered to order drinks and so we ordered and was able to drink outside while waiting which was nice. Once inside, it was really nice, and somewhat dark. My eyes had to adjust. Ordering our food was quick and the wait wasn't too long. Everything came out almost the same time. The food was really good but the price $$$ was way more than what we thought it really was worth. Small portions, but big enough to share with one person. read more

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Holy flipping crap. This place is genuinely incredible. The waitress was so great and let me order a couple of things as a half order so I could try more food without going way over my budget. I left full and delighted and tried so many different things for less than $60. My food was so good and looked so good that the lady next to me asked to take a picture of my salad! lol. The scallop nigiri and salad were my favorites. Will be back read more

Uchi Denver - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Writing this review is challenging because this is one of my favorite, if not my absolute favorite, restaurants in Denver. Over the past year, I've enjoyed some of the best sushi meals of my life here, and we've dined at this restaurant at least seven times. However, during our recent visit, the service really missed the mark, and I believe a few management updates could easily address these issues. Firstly, the lack of eye contact was noticeable. From the front desk staff to our waiter and even those delivering food, no one made an effort to connect with us visually. Given that the menu is somewhat complex, having a waiter guide us through our choices would have been helpful, but this was not offered during our visit. When food was delivered, the server spoke quickly, without making eye contact, and left abruptly, leaving us unsure about the dishes on our table. Additionally, the specialty drink menu was missing items from the bar, requiring us to reorder mid-service. We repeatedly asked for drink refills, including wine and cocktails, but were left with empty glasses on the table for extended periods. Overall, these service issues detracted from the dining experience, which is crucial in a restaurant known for its exceptional food. This seems like a management issue, especially since it was a Wednesday night and the restaurant wasn't very busy. I sincerely hope these details are addressed because this restaurant holds a special place in our hearts, and it pains me to write this. However, I believe constructive feedback is necessary to ensure the restaurant receives the attention it deserves. read more

Uchi Tonight I made it out to @uchidenver for some sushi and Izakaya for belated birthday celebrations. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal and mocktail, but I highly recommend the chicken karaage. nikko (n/a amaretto, coconut milk, raspberry, pineapple) Shishito Zero Sen Walu Walu hama chili spicy crunchy maki read more

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Happy hour is the move! We tried all the things from crudo to nigiri to crispy rice. Each dish was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The servers were friendly and knowledgeable and quick to provide clean plates and utensils between dishes. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Uchi is fantastic and this time was no different. Popped in for a little snack during happy hour and was delighted to so many options. Service was excellent -- as always -- and I once again could not leave without having the lobster miso. read more

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Disclaimer: I don't like sushi, but I love this restaurant. However, I was roped into a dinner here with family, and I really enjoyed it. Parking is not great (city neighborhood not surprising) but they do have a valet. The interior is nice - intriguing artwork and clever ways to divide a pretty large space. Comfortable booths where the table is actually within reach for people under 6-feet. Our servers were fantastic. Very, very knowledgeable, pleasant and quick to respond. The only con to the space is that I thought it was a little loud (I see other reviewers disagree). As a vegetarian I had the kinoko nabe - seasonal mushrooms, koshihikari rice, egg yolk. It was brought to the table very hot with the egg yolk unbroken in the center, then they added a thin sauce and broke the egg yolk before stirring it all together. I honestly did not have huge hopes for this but it was DELICIOUS. Great plating. Also, it was a good size - perfect for a dinner entree. And there is a pretty good selection of other non-meat/fish dishes. I also enjoyed the edamame and shishito peppers and avocado nigiri that were our table appetizers. The shishitos came with a kimchi sauce that really complimented them. My son also used some of that sauce on his tempura shrimp to good effect. My companions raved about their sushi and tried many different rolls, etc. Which you almost have to do because the portions are not large. The verdict on the salmon was "melts in your mouth" and they ordered seconds on some tuna thing (sorry, I can't really remember sushi names). The drink list was not extensive but nicely varied for a sushi place. My bourbon pour was generous, which is appreciated. Only one hot sake selection, but it was good enough that my companions killed one bottle each! The dessert list was, in all of our opinions, a little strange, so we stopped at Voodoo Donuts on the way home. Look forward to returning. read more

We went to Uchi for their happy hour omakase and it was great, Dennis our chef and Maggie taking our drinks were both amazing. They both made excellent recommendations and added to experience. Their happy hour is a great value and overall the restaurant is beautiful and unique inside. 10/10 for us, can't wait to go back. read more

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Best sushi I've had in Denver hands down. The restaurant itself has a very rustic, modern ambiance with low lighting and wooden accents. The servers were very kind, helpful, and accommodating. My friend mentioned that I had just recently gotten engaged and our sushi chef was so generous. All the items we ordered were delicious, but my standouts were definitely the ham and eggs makimono, as well as the gyutoro nigiri. Such a delightful restaurant. I am looking forward to visiting anytime I'm in Denver. read more

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Food: the omakase experience was incredible! Convenient to let them pick an array of different sushi and styles of preparation Service: we sat at the bar and our bar tender/server was so knowledgeable and even brought us a couple of unique dishes to try. Ambiance: super vibey, darker lit and great for anything from a solo dinner, group outing and especially a date night For omakase they even give you a $50 gift card at the end for your next visit. Nothing but great things from Uchi read more

Our waiter Julius was amazing. Went above and beyond to craft us the perfect somakase menu all gluten free as my friend has an allergy. The food was incredible. Favorites were the Walu Walu, miso lobster, Hama chili, Suma Katsuo Nigiri, hot rock and Namahotate Nigiri. But truly there was not a bad bite. The jasmine cream was so refreshing and the ambiance in the restaurant is just beautiful. We will definitely be back. read more

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Another phenomenal experience here. We never can go wrong here it's worth every penny IMO. We got seated at sushi bar for happy hour, provided a price point for Omakasa experience and off we went ..they just get it! You tell them what you don't like and they prepare great food, it was also my bday dinner and they just treat you like family. Cannot say enough great things but thank you for our 4th or 5th wonderful experience here over last several years. It had been almost two years since last visit due to moving and was the same great time. Shared most of our photos but forgot several because we ate and forgot ..towards the end..dang it sake ..lol Thank you Uchii you guys set the bar for service and food experience everytime ! read more

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You can't go wrong at Uchi! I would recommend going for happy hour if you're wanting to save a few dollars otherwise you need to make a reservation pretty far out. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable on the menu too! read more

wowowow food was incredible & service was great! sat at the bar for happy hour - definitely a steal !! tried so many small bites and everything exceeded expectations. there is dining inside and outside and the staff is so attentive and friendly. will definitely be returning !! read more

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The omakase menu is amazing. Specifically, the pork-wrapped scallops were to die for (not pictured--they were eaten too fast haha). Jamison was our waiter and was incredibly attentive and collegial. Like the type of waiter you wouldn't mind hanging out with after work. Could not recommend this place more. 10/10. Bring your mom. read more

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Great service and great food! It was my partners birthday and they gave us a free dish to celebrate. Server was incredible kind and helpful with the menu. The rolls came with their own unique sauce, no soy sauce or wasabi (unless you ask). The chef made sauces were incredible! No soy sauce needed. Would go back again! read more

So overjoyed for the return of the garden series dinners this summer! Yesterday's collab dinner with Safta was an interestingly delicious amalgamation of modern Japanese and Mediterranean flavors. It started out with a prolonged appetizer journey of hummus, nigiri bites, israeli salad, and tuna crudo... then culminated in large format shareable salmon and lamb saddle with tasty accouterments. Highlights for me were the compressed tomato nigiri, creatively disguised as fish; altius farms mushrooms grown in the garden we were dining in with hummus & pita, a rarer rose perch nigiri topped with allepo and labneh (the epitome of fancy fusion flavors); and the juicy, fatty lamb saddle. The pistachio miso ice cream component of the dessert was divine. These unique shared omakase-style dinners al fresco are not to be missed! Thoughtful service and relaxing garden setting. The weather turned out great and the lighting at golden hour and sunset was delightful! The Uchi garden series dinners are a highlight of Denver dining! read more

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This place is on the pricier side but I think it's worth it. It's really good to come for happy hour or if you want to splurge a little for a fancy sushi night. The atmosphere is very ambient and night club-esque. The food was all very tasty. I will definitely be coming back for some special occasions in the future or to check out the happy hour read more

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Probably the best meal I've had since living in Denver for the last 7 years. We went with friends and decided to splurge on the Omakase and so happy we did. It wasn't cheap , but had zero buyers remorse. It was 10 plates and by the last plate we were pleasantly full. I wish I could remember what each plate was, but once again hands down my favorite meal in Denver. Service was impeccable. The waitress went over the menu and told us what everything was and provided recommendations on what we should do. Would recommend if you love sushi and willing to spend the $ a perfect place to go on a date night. read more

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I've been to uchi twice now. The first time I did omakase and the second time I thought I should give it another try since people always rave about this place. I am a huge foodie and have tried many omakase and sushi places to find the best one and I would recommend elsewhere. I did not enjoy the food both of my times here, the food was not memorable. I got a wide variety of dishes which included the Hama chili, sushi rice, pork belly, and the sake, bichino, waygu tartare,and the smoked sake nigiri. The waiter also recommended the kosho taro maki roll. Everything was okay, nothing amazing that made me go WOW. The best thing I probably had there was the kosho taro maki roll, but even then you can find better at other restaurants. For the omakase, I barely remembered the experience because the tasting to me was subpar to below that. If you are looking for a good omakase place I would recommend sushi den. Overall, I would not be trying this place again for a third time. read more

Everything was so delicious that we kept forgetting to take photos! We sat at the sushi bar and had the pleasure of talking with the chef. It was entertaining to watch them make the delicious dishes. We tried so many things and loved them all. We got to try ocean trout for the first time and it was so amazing. Definitely recommend this place for a stellar meal! read more

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The Omakase was great for two. It's more of a fusion type sushi menu, that also includes steak and some cooked fish dishes. It's a great service experience, and a must try. read more

Another great night visiting Uchi! Jesse at the sushi bar was great and Aimee took wonderful care of us as well!!!! We love the cocktails food and service!! Stellar crew!!! read more

Always a must whenever I'm in Denver, especially if I can get squeezed in during happy hour! I was lucky enough to get seated at the cocktail bar for 1 about 15 minutes before happy hour closed. As always, my go-to is the bincho. This is a tuna nigiri with some truffle and it truly is perfection. In total, I order 3 orders of the bincho (), the waygu meatball, and the kurodai crudo, along with the seasonal spritz. Everything was DELICIOUS. I loved their crudo--it was such a good balance of salty and sweet and sour. The drink was delicious. I was also lucky enough to get a pour (gartis!) of their white wine (no idea what it was called). Overall, I love this place and will ALWAYS return when I'm in town. Service: 5/5 Food: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Price: 5/5 read more

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A visit to Uchi is truly a treat; the atmosphere, impeccable service and exquisite food make it a special experience. As soon as my husband and I entered the restaurant, I immediately sensed we were in for something unique. The staff is extremely professional, and as we were walked to our table, the elegant space charmed me, with its L-shaped dining room and bar, striking flowery red wallpaper, contemporary concrete accents, and plenty of mixed woods. Every dish we sampled was outstanding, artfully plated and inventive. We noticed that the nigiri was smaller than what we are used to, but personally I like it this way as it makes it easier to eat. We tried a few (small) plates, all of them delicious, and we were especially impressed with the oak-grilled escolar or Walu Walu, the fish cooked perfectly with a caramelized crust. What an amazing experience! read more

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Uchi is a masterful and elegant Japanese restaurant. Every dish is a masterpiece, to say the least, and under the supervision of a James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole, everything is perfectly balanced, creative, and with the precision of a razor. The experience is fluid and informed, and it fills the experience with unexpectedly unconventional sushi and stunning omakase of each season. A memorable place of the utmost culinary masterpiece. read more

Best Sushi Restaurant I've ever been to. Every dish i had was delicious, fresh and cooked just right. Seth and Kelly literally provided the best customer service I've ever had. I sat at the bar but the atmosphere was still great. I highly recommend this Restaurant and ask for Seth and Kelly. I'm already planning to go back. read more

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It pains me to do this.... After having been to Uchi half a dozen times in the past year with good experiences, last night was a disaster. We sat at the counter which we have done in the past and just ordered "Feed Me". Tell them what we like and let them run with it. We were essentially ignored. The couple next to us had the same order and dishes were flowing out. We were waiting 20 minutes between each bite. The sushi chef could not have given less of a crap. One the very rare occasion he would ask how we were doing, I said "I'm hungry". Not one single dish stood out as being good. My wife requested that I bring a roll home for her. I had to ask 3x for my request to be acknowledged. Finally, this douche yanked his head out of colon and said "I got you". I asked for a tuna based roll that was creative, high end, with a lot going on. Take a look at the picture of what I was handed to bring home. I could get this at Sam's club. $600 later for two people. I won't be back. This sushi chef is a serious a-hole and should be fired immediately. Uchi - if you want well heeled folks who are willing to spend a lot of money, provide a modicum of service. read more

Uchi Denver - This is the most creative that Uchi could get with a To Go roll. Absolute trash. - Japanese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Absolutely phenomenal! We are so glad that we came back and gave this place a second shot. We had amazing service; we couldn't decide on which wine we wanted and our server had great recommendations and brought a few tastings to help us decide. The fish was very fresh and everything tasted so good that we got seconds of multiple items. Highly recommend the S-omakase (servers choice). We told our server what we liked and she KILLED IT! Going right at the end of happy hour was the move, the crowd level was perfect! This will not be the last time here, that's for sure read more

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First, I want to say I am not a seafood eater so this review is based on what *I* ate and the feedback from the rest of the table who *did* eat all of the other dishes. The restaurant is loud but for being rated the top sushi place in Denver, I can't fault them for that. The service was lovely, if at times a little slow. But again, there wasn't an empty table and we had A LOT of people order A LOT of food. The hot rock was... so so good, and I also got the uchi salad which was absolutely delicious. I also ate some tempura veggies and dessert obviously. The people who ordered the omakase tasting I think had the best time. Food came out consistently and they were full. I think the ones who didn't do the omakase tasting didn't get food consistently and were maybe confused by portions. But honestly overall, it was still an excellent experience and my family is hoping to come soon. read more

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Had a date night with my boyfriend and it definitely did not disappoint! Make sure you RSVP ahead of time for the timeframe you want! The first opening was at 8:30pm, so we took it. It was really busy and I opt to sit at the sushi bar, which was pretty entertaining. While we waited for our food, I was mesmerized with all the fresh fish laying in front of me. And of course, watching the sushi chef slice each pieces of fish plating them elegantly on a bed of ice. They gave us a citrus plum palette cleanser before our meal and it was yum. I had the oysters with pomegranate foam, wouldn't say it's my favorite but I love oysters. We ordered some nigiri pieces - salmon belly, hamachi, and big eye tuna - ALLLLLL very fresh and wanting more! I also ordered the Kinoko Nabe - absolutely my fav! Savory, flavorful, hot, crispy, and filling. My boyfriend ordered the pork belly and he loved it, but 6 small pieces was not enough for him lol. More nigiri please! Would love to come back for happy hour! Street parking mainly, but they have valet parking for $5. Can't beat that!!! read more

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I loved the atmosphere recommendations on point Top tier fish quality Delightful waiters so helpful with new dishes to try! read more

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I'm disheartened to write this review because Uchi has been our go-to for celebrations over the last four years. In fact, upon searching our Google-Check-In's my husband and I have been to Uchi 14 times in the last four years (of which we used Google Maps). Today, we planned to celebrate our first wedding anniversary and my completion of a Doctoral program. I made a reservation four weeks ahead at our favorite spot--the sushi counter. Unfortunately, upon arrival, I was overlooked by the sushi chefs while waiting for my husband. We normally enjoy a 15+ course omakase directly with the chefs, but this time, they did not interact with us or take our order, even avoiding eye contact, while other patrons received attentive service. It was only after my husband inquired that we were informed that our seats did not include a personal sushi chef due to being understaffed. The service lacked the personal touch we valued, and it wasn't until I mentioned our anniversary that the staff realized the oversight. Management tried to rectify the situation by comping our meal and offering a gift card, but the experience fell short of the high standards we've come to expect from Uchi. Here are a few suggestions for Uchi management: 1. Inform guests immediately if their seating does not include an interactive experience. 2. Remove extra seats at the counter to avoid similar situations. 3. Ensure all chefs at least acknowledge guests to avoid any awkwardness. Regrettably, we won't be returning and are now seeking a new sushi spot in Denver to celebrate our special occasions. Note: Pictures are from the first two courses that we had at which point, I decided to stop taking pictures because I felt awkward sitting at the counter. read more

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This is my favorite sushi restaurant in Denver... Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and seasonal omakase. Upon arrival, we were seated in the main dining room and enveloped in Uchi's bustling Japanese ambiance. Our server Emily was attentive & knowledgeable about the menu (she had great recommendations). Uchi has fresh fish, flown in daily & they source their seafood from around the globe - they even have a hydroponic greenhouse situated above the restaurant for their herb & vegetable needs. We saw Uchi's commitment to quality in every dish we had. Generally, at sushi restaurants, there is a plethora of sauces provided - soy sauce, spicy mayo, sriracha, you name it - there is no sauce at Uchi. The restaurant prides themselves on the freshness of the fish and garnishes where no sauce is needed. For cocktails we had the Fiery Yu made with tequila, yuzu honey, thai chili, & lemon. Our meal started with Madai, Japanese Sea Bream and Sake, Atlantic Salmon nigiri. The nigiri is always the start of the show when dining at Uchi in my opinion. The garnishes & ingredients used in the nigiri, always enhance the flavor profiles of the fish beautifully. The Uchi Salad was made with daikon, cashew pesto, wild rice panko, and baby greens. Uchi means house in Japanese, this was their version of a house salad. We were directed to eat the salad bundles with our hands. The salad was bright and fresh with a lovely snap that was tempered by the cool, creamy dressing. The Hot Rock was served with wagyu beef & ponzu. We cooked the gorgeous wagyu to our desired temperature on the hot rock right at the table. The Machi Cure was made with smoked yellowtail Hamachi, yuca crips and marcona almonds (we were instructed to eat this dish like nachos). We grabbed a yuca crisp with a piece of Hamachi & almonds on top - salty & sweet. There were great contrasting textures of the crisp yuca chip against the smooth, cool Hamachi. This was everything a complex sushi dish should be. The Kinoko Nabe was made with mushroom, koshihkari rice, mushroom tentsuyu, and egg yolk. Per the wait staff, we let our rice cook for about 30 seconds in the stone pot to make it nice and crispy. This dish was piping hot, savory, & comforting. The Namahotate, dayboat scallops nigiri were generous in size, so fresh, & absolutely delicious. We had two of the daily specials including the Maguro Crudo was made with big eye tuna, spicy pineapple, mango, & coconut furikake. Presentation was evident in every dish we had, and dessert was no exception. The seasonal chocolate was our favorite. read more

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