Restaurants in DEN Airport Area
Mizu Sushi Izakaya
One of 25 restaurants we've tracked near DEN Airport Area.
Things to Know
Mizu Sushi Izakaya is an airport sushi restaurant at Denver International Airport (DIA) known for fresh fish and creative rolls, best visited when you have time to spare rather than rushing to catch a flight.
When service is on, this spot delivers genuinely fresh fish and creative rolls that rival non-airport sushi, but expect variable wait times and inconsistent cleanliness depending on staffing levels.
- ✓Bartender Stacey gets high praise for personalized roll recommendations like the rainbow roll
- ✓Fish quality is noticeably fresh for an airport location, with reviewers comparing it favorably to Denver's seafood reputation
- ✓Table charging stations available, helpful for travelers with time between flights
- ✓Fast and efficient service when adequately staffed
- ⚠Service is slow and confusing during busy times—can wait 20+ minutes for food after ordering, and unclear seating/ordering procedures
- ⚠Cleanliness issues reported: sticky seats, filthy soy containers, and general dirty surroundings during some visits
- ⚠Salmon can taste overly fishy, suggesting inconsistent quality control on proteins
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
People Order
- —rainbow roll
- —New Style Salmon Sashimi
- —cucumber avocado roll
- —Japanese Old Fashioned
Things To Do Nearby
What Visitors Say
Michelle
2 months ago
January 2026, my experience: just know before you go that you will have to wait- if you're in a hurry to catch a flight, don't eat here unless you grab a pre-made roll to go. I ordered quite a bit for myself because this was my lunch/dinner for the day: To drink, I had a 6oz. glass of Pinot noir. For an appetizer, I had the edamame. For my main dish, I had the New Style Salmon Sashimi and a cucumber avocado roll. For me, this wasn't too much food because the salmon was served without rice and in a light sauce, which is why I also ordered the veggie roll for a little more substance. Overall, as far as airport sushi goes, this was pretty decent and I would come here again. The salmon was a little fishy, which was disappointing. I love salmon, I eat it quite often, and I usually don't find it fishy if it's quality salmon. The service took long. The sign outside the restaurant says "seat yourself", so I sat down at a table for two and no one greeted me for more than 10 minutes. I was confused if I was supposed to order at the bar or wait for a server because I didn't see any servers around. Needless to say, someone eventually came around. I waited about 20 minutes+ for my food after I placed my order. Since I had the time, I didn't mind. I also was able to charge my phone at the table, which was awesome!
Sophia Gao
3 weeks ago
I stopped in a few days ago to Mizu in B concorse because my flight was delayed. The bartender, Stacey, suggested the rainbow roll, which i really enjoyed. The fish was really fresh, and the service was very fast and efficient. This restaraunt is a perfect place to stop by if you have a bit of time while you're in DIA.
Anna L
4 weeks ago
Food was alright, tried a few things and things tasted ok. Maybe understaffed the evening of my visit leading to delayed service and dirty surroundings. Generally pretty dirty establishment that could use some attention from staff. Common items like soy containers and seats sticky and filthy, which for a sushi place in an airport feels risky and I would avoid in the future.
Natalie Kayton
2 months ago
If you traveling through DIA and don’t know, Denver actually has some superrr fresh fish and is a great place to eat seafood. This airport sushi did not disappoint! Beautiful grab and go presentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mizu Sushi Izakaya worth it in DEN Airport Area?
When service is on, this spot delivers genuinely fresh fish and creative rolls that rival non-airport sushi, but expect variable wait times and inconsistent cleanliness depending on staffing levels. Known for: fresh airport sushi with denver-quality fish.
What should I order at Mizu Sushi Izakaya?
Popular choices at Mizu Sushi Izakaya include rainbow roll, New Style Salmon Sashimi, cucumber avocado roll, Japanese Old Fashioned.
What do visitors love about Mizu Sushi Izakaya?
Bartender Stacey gets high praise for personalized roll recommendations like the rainbow roll Fish quality is noticeably fresh for an airport location, with reviewers comparing it favorably to Denver's seafood reputation Table charging stations available, helpful for travelers with time between flights Fast and efficient service when adequately staffed
Is there anything to know before visiting Mizu Sushi Izakaya?
Service is slow and confusing during busy times—can wait 20+ minutes for food after ordering, and unclear seating/ordering procedures Cleanliness issues reported: sticky seats, filthy soy containers, and general dirty surroundings during some visits Salmon can taste overly fishy, suggesting inconsistent quality control on proteins
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