Restaurants in Highlands
Smokin Fins - Highlands Ranch
Things to Know
Smokin Fins - Highlands Ranch is a seafood and sushi restaurant in the Denver suburbs known for fresh fish, generous portions, and attentive service, located in a bar and grill setting with an enclosed patio.
Reviewers consistently praise the quality and size of dishes, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a solid choice for date nights or group gatherings despite occasional noise and crowds.
- ✓Exceptionally large portion sizes across all courses, including multi-course restaurant week menus
- ✓Fresh sushi and creatively prepared seafood dishes like the lobster stuffed avocado appetizer
- ✓Attentive, welcoming service that doesn't suffer even during busy periods
- ✓Dog-friendly with an enclosed outdoor seating area
- ✓Ample parking available
- ⚠Can get quite noisy and cramped when busy, typical of a bar and grill setting
- ⚠Desserts like berry cobbler have inconsistent execution (thick, chewy pastry that's difficult to eat)
- ⚠Pricing leans toward the higher end
- ⚠Interior lighting is dim
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Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What Visitors Say
Bernadette McClair
a year ago
Not bad for the first time visiting.. our server was the best! He made everything feel welcoming of course being the only Black people in the restaurant it wasn’t even an ounce of feeling of not belonging. Our food was really great and the sushi was fresh and our drinks were worth their value. It was quite busy so it took a minute for a meal but no errors because our food came out hot and fresh…. The atmosphere a bit noisy but that’s to be expected at a bar and grill.. I’d recommend this place for a date night or a group of friends going out and you have family in town looking for a spot to eat with good food and great service. The manager was very kind as I inquired of having a bourbon and golf podcast in the Spring.
Travis Reilly
3 weeks ago
We went for Restaurant Week & let me begin with of all the restaurants we have attended they by far had the largest portion size of every course. Now on to the food, it was amazing! They also had a very good selection of drinks to choose from, including mocktails. I only gave a lower rating in atmosphere as it was pretty cramped as the place was super busy, most likely due to Restaurant Week. But even being busy the service did not suffer.
Laura Hancock
a year ago
A friend & I went for restaurant week…it was delicious. Truly enjoyed the experience. The portions were great but to make all 4 courses I have leftovers for tomorrow! Each dish was plated beautifully (better than attached pictures) I have come here before for lunch & had sushi… it was delicious as well
M R
a month ago
Lovely food, service and atmosphere. Dog friendly Enclosed outdoor seating was amazing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smokin Fins - Highlands Ranch worth it in Highlands?
Reviewers consistently praise the quality and size of dishes, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a solid choice for date nights or group gatherings despite occasional noise and crowds. Known for: fresh sushi and seafood, generous portions.
What do visitors love about Smokin Fins - Highlands Ranch?
Exceptionally large portion sizes across all courses, including multi-course restaurant week menus Fresh sushi and creatively prepared seafood dishes like the lobster stuffed avocado appetizer Attentive, welcoming service that doesn't suffer even during busy periods Dog-friendly with an enclosed outdoor seating area Ample parking available
Is there anything to know before visiting Smokin Fins - Highlands Ranch?
Can get quite noisy and cramped when busy, typical of a bar and grill setting Desserts like berry cobbler have inconsistent execution (thick, chewy pastry that's difficult to eat) Pricing leans toward the higher end Interior lighting is dim