Katsuya Sushi Restaurant

04/02/2008 Posted by FoodandDrinker

Work mates have raved about Sushi Katsuya, so last week I had lunch there. I got seated and pleasantly greeted immediately. With such vast sushi choices, it will take me a while to try it all. I am adventurous when I know the chef is this good, but not everything is going to be your favorite! The Havana roll was generous in portion, but soggy in result. The tempura quick fry lost it's crunch under the chopped scallop mix. Young is always finding new presentations, just look at the number of unique selections. I wish happy hours extended earlier though.

Pros: New to Denver sushi rolls and wonderful presentation. Can't miss the huge sign on Havana!

Cons: strip mall parking

03/16/2008 Posted by kpcloud9

After moving to Denver from Florida more than a year ago I have been on a mission to find sushi like what I was used to on the coast. My search is over. The staff is friendly and the sushi chefs have talent and creativity. The sushi menu is the largest in variety as well as the types of fish offered that I've found in this area. I found both my favorite roll and tuna tataki that I have been searching for and couldn't find at any of the top sushi restaurants in town. The food was phenomenal, atmosphere pleasant, staff very welcoming, and the preparation and creative presentation is top of the line. (You know you are at a good ethnic restaurant when half of the dinners are of that ethnicity.) We sat at the sushi bar and watched the chef create fruit sculptures for diners. He made a panda from an orange and a peacock from and apple for a table with kids. He also shaped our wasabi like a jalapeño pepper and topped it with a real pepper stem. We will return very soon as this restaurant has definitely earned our admiration. Katsuya only opened 5 months ago so don't over look this new addition!

Pros: Variety, quality, creativity, presentation, service, and size of rolls

Cons: I couldn't eat everything I wanted to try!

03/06/2008 Posted by missy50511

Okay, after moving to Aurora, CO from San Diego, CA I didn't think it was possible to find a sushi place in a land locked state that would be as good as the fresh fish on the west coast but I was way wrong. The sushi at Katsuya is amazing. It's full of flavor, not fishy like some other places in Aurora, and the service is amazing. The head sushi chef and owner is a delight to talk to and the waiters are very nice and attentive to your needs. The best is they have happy hour during the week where you can get about 15% off sushi and buy one get one free drinks til 6 pm. Who can pass on cheap sushi!

Pros: Ambience, Service, Food!!

Cons: None

02/09/2008 Posted by austineatsoutalot

We tried this delightful restaurant while we were in Denver and will come back every time we visit. This place offers everything you look for in a restaurant - an exceptional wait staff that is friendly and attentive and an expert sushi chef - Young. Young not only puts out the freshest sushi we've ever had from a non-portside restaurant, but he presents it with flair and style. They have a good, although some what limited, sake selection, too. We found the prices very reasonable. If you like sushi like we do (we eat it a couple of times a week) you will love this place.

Pros: Fresh fish, great staff, reasonably priced

Cons: strip mall location is hard on ambience but they've done a nice job with decor

02/01/2008 Posted by esaunar

My fiance and I are pretty picky about food...especially sushi, and we honestly thought that Katsuya's sushi was the best we'd ever had! The staff was friendly, we didn't have to wait two hours for a table, the environment was welcoming instead of pretentious, and the restaurant was clean! I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who likes Sushi Den...Katsuya is far better!!!

Pros: Great food and great service!

Cons: Some may not like that it's not located in Denver...it's worth the drive though!

01/18/2008 Posted by tomoroc

This plance is fantastic because the sushi is great and the service is out of this world They are friendly and they create beautiful artisitic sushi that has great flavor. It is a pleasure to dine at Sushi Katsuya.

Pros: The decore parking and staff are fantastic!! The food is really good.

12/30/2007 Posted by clb_77

I've been to a number of sushi restaurants in the Denver area, and this has got to be one of the best! Lunch specials are awesome and offered at a very reasonable price. If sushi isn't your thing, they have excellent traditional ramen noodle soups (mmm.... comfort food) =) Service is prompt, and the warm personability of the manager makes you feel like you're an old friend. No matter where you are in the Denver area, this place is worth the trip.

12/29/2007 Posted by jenna80247

My signficant other and I are always on the look-out for the perfect sushi place in our neighborhood....and we found it! The atmosphere is great - very clean and inviting. The service was very helpful and friendly. And most importantly, the sushi was fresh and we loved every different piece we had. I'm usually not much for strip malls, but don't let the location turn you away. I highly recommend!

Pros: Food, service

12/25/2007 Posted by infusionnurse

On Christmas Eve. six of us were searching for sushi "To Go" in order to continue a tradition my kids and I once had when we all lived in the same place. None of the familiar places to me were open. After doing an internet search we came upon Katsuya Sushi. It happened to be right around the corner! My son, who is an Executive Sushi Chef in Florida decided to check out the restaurant in person. He's extremely picky about fresh fish. We were all extremely pleased when they put together two large platters of sushi for us that was outstanding!! Thank you Katsuya for making our Christmas Eve one to remember. I will certainly be back and share the experience with all my friends. I highly recommend this sushi restaurant.

12/22/2007 Posted by frankiejohnnie

You're never disappointed in whatever rolls or sushi you choose; everything seems tasty and unique. Not only is the food delicious but it looks so pretty that it makes your mouth water. The best part of it is the panda-like orange dessert at the end of the dining. It will definitely make you smile. The dish seems always ends in style! I luuuuuuve this place!!