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While many Japanese restaurants tend toward the trendy and ultra-hip, Domo stays close to its roots. Consistently ranked among America’s best Japanese restaurants, Domo is a traditional country restaurant. Arrive early to wander through its gardens and spend some time in the folk art museum. If you’re lucky, the Aikido Dojo may be open and you’ll catch a glimpse of some martial arts. Once seated (on the floor), you’ll notice the absence of soy sauce – no need. Additional seasoning would only diminish the delicate flavours.
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This unpretentious sushi restaurant tucked in away in a little shopping centre is a well- protected secret among Denver’s sushi aficionados. The fish is always fresh and the service always pleasant. There’s a long sushi bar, but only about 20 tables divided up between a dining room and a glass- enclosed patio. Non-sushi eaters will enjoy the miso soup, noodle bowls and shrimp tempura, which is lightly battered and surprising non-greasy. Those with a sense of adventure should try the monkfish live, which is Japan’s version of foie gras.
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Tommy Sonoda has been serving up sushi from different locations around Denver for more than 15 years. Each Sonoda has a unique feel, but their food is consistent and superior. The LoDo location has the nicest atmosphere, with large fish tanks inside and casual sidewalk seating outside. The outlying restaurants are less formal. All offer a standard selection of excellent sushi and rolls, as well as hot entrees and appetisers.
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A trendy Sushi Den that has long been synonymous with sushi in Denver. The entrées are okay, but it’s the sushi that fills this place every night. Sushi Den doesn’t take reservations so expect to wait, and don’t expect great service – the wait staff seem to be well aware that the crowd is spilling out into the street. They pack you in, but the cavernous rooms to the rear provide a surprising amount of intimacy. Start with a miso soup or small salad, then experiment with the speciality sushi rolls.
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