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Izakaya Den - Izakaya Den, Denver, CO

Izakaya Den

4.8
4.8
1967 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
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  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Hot spot
Izakaya Den is Denver’s popular Japanese gastropub, modeled after the lively after hours establishments found throughout Japan. The restaurant is located on South Pearl Street and is the second restaurant of the Kizaki brothers, founders and owners of Sushi Den.



The menu is arranged in a tapas style, serving traditional Japanese small plates along with dishes infused with international flavors and textures. The more traditional Japanese offerings include sashimi and nigiri, sourced from daily fish shipments from around the globe, along with dumplings and noodle dishes. The global cuisine experiments with a bevy of different flavors including unique items such as Grilled Panzanella Salad (jumbo lump crab, toasted focaccia, local goat cheese, pistachios, plum wine vinaigrette), Kobe Beef Sliders (seared foie gras, pomme frittes). A gluten-free menu is also available along with a popular weekday happy hour from 5 to 6:30 pm.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Global, International, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Lunch Sat 11:30–14:30
  • Phone number
    (303) 777-0691
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Master Chef Toshi Kizaki
  • Catering
    Menus custom designed for both business and social occasions. Available from 20-50 ppl. Please call to inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private party room can accommodate up to 45 people sit down dinner. Private Party Contact Name: Yuki
  • Area
    Platt Park
  • Cross Street
    S.Pearl Street and Florida Avenue
  • Parking details
    We offer a Private parking garage. There is also 2 hour street parking.
  • Public transit
    Izakaya Den is conveniently located a few blocks from Light Rail and a 10 minute drive or taxi ride from downtown Denver and convention sites. A RTD transit stop is on the corner and B Cycle has a pick up and drop off site nearby.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,967 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Denver / Colorado

    Japanese

  • Denver

    Innovative

  • Denver

    Hot spot

  • Denver

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Izakaya Den in Denver consistently impresses with its "exceptional" sushi, fresh ingredients directly from Japan, and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing" service, with knowledgeable staff enhancing the dining experience. While some note crowded conditions, the restaurant remains a top choice for sushi enthusiasts seeking "incredible" culinary experiences.
1,967 Reviews
  1. Kendrick

    Denver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Kristin was wonderful and made our experience even better with her superb service.

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  2. Dee

    VIP

    Denver

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoy Izakaya Den and understand that it has complex menu choices, which we consider a feature (not a bug). However, our waiter managed to make the menu more confusing rather than easier to navigate. We couldn't tell whether he was trying to "sell" us on items, provide information, or just hear himself talk! He got very far afield on the preparation of Tuna Collar and then discovered that he was describing a totally different dish. He also laid-on a thick layer of jargon, i.e "flavor profiles", etc. instead of speaking with clarity. The experience at Izakaya Den is already very good and didn't need to be embellished with BS. Fortunately, since one in our party has serious allium (onion/garlic) and gluten sensitivities, the order was placed correctly. We'll definitely will return again, and just hope we don't get the same waiter! Yeesh!

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  3. Thomas

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience at Izakaya Den with my girlfriend. We had an early Valentines Day and enjoyed the amazing food from Izakaya Den. Highly recommend the cod and the toro and tuna.

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  4. Todd

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of the best sushi restaurants in the country, consistently delivers high quality service and food.

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  5. Nicholas

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Izakaya Den/Sushi Den is the best sushi I've had in America.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and food!

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  7. chris

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pricey but you go there to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine, sashimi and sushi in particular. We let John G , our server, handle the food choices and recommended Japanese whiskey for our cocktails and saki. He was amazing in every way. We dined on the second floor. The ambiance is also very nice. Beautifully designed and constructed. Excellent for a special occasion or guest even if you don’t have an expensive account.

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  8. David

    VIP

    Denver

    59 reviews

    4.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had not eaten here in a long time but they're still very good!

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  9. Andre

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an enjoyable experience. The Sushi was good but not great. The appetizer of Black Cod in Miso Sauce was outstanding. The service was fantastic. Also ordered the Cheese Cake which was okay but nothing that I would recomend.

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  10. Angie

    Denver

    220 reviews

    5.0

    220 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered only sashimi and rolls. The fish was incredibly fresh and flavorful. The rolls were also delicious. Dinner took an hour and 40 minutes. It was super busy, but the service was excellent.

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FAQs

Izakaya Den offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 777-0691.

Izakaya Den is rated 4.8 stars by 1967 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 53 times today

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Google Map for Izakaya Den

1487 S. Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    S.Pearl Street and Florida Avenue
  • Area
    Platt Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Lunch Sat 11:30–14:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Global, International, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer a Private parking garage. There is also 2 hour street parking.
  • Public transit
    Izakaya Den is conveniently located a few blocks from Light Rail and a 10 minute drive or taxi ride from downtown Denver and convention sites. A RTD transit stop is on the corner and B Cycle has a pick up and drop off site nearby.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Master Chef Toshi Kizaki
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (303) 777-0691
  • Catering
    Menus custom designed for both business and social occasions. Available from 20-50 ppl. Please call to inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private party room can accommodate up to 45 people sit down dinner. Private Party Contact Name: Yuki
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