Mizuna

12/04/09

Disappointed

by hula5280 at Citysearch

This has been my favorite restaurant in Denver for years. My recent visit was a bit disappointing. I ordered the duo of Meyer beef for my entree. It included a NY that was cut extra thick like a filet. The meat was not cooked properly - pretty clear that they tried to cook it too fast and did not let it rest. When paying 40+ for an entree, I expect it to be cooked perfectly. The atmosphere and service was great as usual.

10/11/09

Supremely Over-rated

by snowcrow at Citysearch

We were excited to dine at Mizuna after reading and hearing so very much about it., but sadly disappointed at the flavor and preparation of the food. The abalone appetizer was just a sad waste of a lovely ingredient---the abalone was so finely minced it lost all its characteristic texture and flavor. My dish of scallops was lovely, I'll admit. My partner had duck which neither of us can remember much about except that the waiter asked if it's flavor was too bold as it was a new dish the chef was putting out. Desert of pain perdu was a shockingly bad---the fried bread tasted of old skillet. The service was ho-hum at best---the sommelier visited every table in the room expect ours except when he had to reach across our table several times to pull wine off a rack on the wall. Overall, over-hyped.

• Pros: Popular!
• Cons: Not up to the hype in flavor or service

07/28/08

Mizuna Saturday Night

by milehigheater at Citysearch

If I could give 4.5 I would the tasting menu we had this past weekend was just fantastic. From the heirloom tomato soup served chilled to the duck confit and pasta dish that just blew us away. This was the best dining experience we have had in Colorado so far. If you would like to see pictures and a much more detailed review please see my blog at www.milehigheater.blogspot.c o m

• Pros: Fantastic food
• Cons: a bit expensive