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Restaurants in RiNo

Colorado Sake Co.

4.9
1,869 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

Rates above the average for restaurants near RiNo — one of 16 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

Colorado Sake Co. is a intimate sake bar and Japanese restaurant in Denver known for its curated sake selection and expertly crafted small plates, located near Denver Comedy Lounge.

This is a destination spot for sake enthusiasts and Japanese food lovers alike, where the knowledgeable bartenders (especially Alejandro) guide you through unique pairings and the kitchen consistently delivers standout dishes like gyoza and pork buns.

  • Exceptional gyoza and pork buns that reviewers called the best they've ever had
  • Expert sake bartenders who provide personalized flight recommendations and guidance
  • Half-price sake flights on Tuesdays make sampling affordable
  • Easy online reservations and quick seating at the bar for solo diners
  • Non-alcoholic options like the Lemon/Lavender refresher for non-drinkers
  • Family-style dining encourages sharing multiple dishes across your party
  • Books up quickly despite its small size, so reservations are essential
  • Some dishes like the spicy edamame occasionally lack flavor

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

Friday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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What Visitors Say

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Mark Keller

3 weeks ago

Reservations recommend, this small restaurant is popular and fills up quickly. Food was delicious! Everything we tried was amazing, food ia served family style, the best way to enjoy it is for all the members of your party to each order a couple of dishes share and enjoy! Lots of sake options to choose from, but plenty of beverages options for us non drinkers as well. I highly recommend the Lemon/Lavender refresher! If your in the area definitely don't miss your chance to enjoy a meal here!

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Phiwat Klomkaew

2 months ago

Alejandro is the best sake bartender ever! Definitely say hi to him if you see him. The sake flight was very unique and fantastic (they have 1/2 off 1/2 flight of sake on Tuesdays). My favorite sake is the 1801. I ordered 1/2 flight of sake and some sushi rolls. I got the 1801 sake to-go for $13 as well. Overall, affordable pricing. Friendly service. Nice environment!

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Destiny Bultena

a month ago

I didn’t eat at the restaurant side, but I was blessed to be able to order from their menu while enjoying a comedy show next door at Denver comedy lounge. I loved the show I attended and the biggest plus is GOOD FOOD, which seems to be unheard of for a comedy spot. The sake cocktails were unique too and I enjoyed the mule (not too sweet but you can’t taste the sake either). The Gyoza were seriously the best I’ve had, ever. The shrimp tempura sushi was good and the steak skewer. I didn’t care for the spicy edamame as it seemed to lack flavor.

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Mel Brousseau

2 months ago

Searched for sushi close to my hotel, and came across this place. Easily made a reservation online and walked into a quaint, beautiful space with great service and amazing food. I sat at the bar, and the server was extremely helpful in assisting me with sake selections for my flight. The pork buns and spicy salmon sushi were very fresh and just right for me. Worth a visit!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colorado Sake Co. worth it in RiNo?

This is a destination spot for sake enthusiasts and Japanese food lovers alike, where the knowledgeable bartenders (especially Alejandro) guide you through unique pairings and the kitchen consistently delivers standout dishes like gyoza and pork buns. Known for: sake flights, fresh sushi, outstanding gyoza.

What do visitors love about Colorado Sake Co.?

Exceptional gyoza and pork buns that reviewers called the best they've ever had Expert sake bartenders who provide personalized flight recommendations and guidance Half-price sake flights on Tuesdays make sampling affordable Easy online reservations and quick seating at the bar for solo diners Non-alcoholic options like the Lemon/Lavender refresher for non-drinkers Family-style dining encourages sharing multiple dishes across your party

Is there anything to know before visiting Colorado Sake Co.?

Books up quickly despite its small size, so reservations are essential Some dishes like the spicy edamame occasionally lack flavor

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