Kenichi Aspen

4.7

915 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

2 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Good for special occasions
Innovative

There is another Kenichi nearby in Snowmass, so ensure you are booking at the correct restaurant!

Kenichi is Aspen's premier contemporary Asian restaurant that features world-class sushi. We are known for our delightful sushi bar, bustling dining room, and hip bar scene.

If no reservations are available this evening, there is plenty of space for walk-in dining at our bar, sushi bar, and lounge area. Enjoy dinner with us at our fun and lively locally-owned restaurant.

Experience Kenichi’s Private Dining! Join us with your friends and family in the Tatami Room. Reservations last for 2 hours and can accommodate up to 12 people. Please note that a $250 deposit is required for Tatami Room bookings. (48-hour cancelation policy)

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 920-2212
Website
https://kenichiaspen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Jordan Reed
Private party facilities
For Smaller groups Kenichi Aspen offers a private tatami room that seats 8-14 people. Kenichi Aspen also offers Buy Outs. For further details please contact res@kenichiaspen.com or 970-920-2212, Kanpai!

Location
533 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611
Area
Aspen
Cross Street
Hopkins and Hunter Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Most local hotels and lodges offer transportation to and from Kenichi.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Experiences

Kenichi Aspen - The Mango High Top Table: Bar Area
US$30.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Be the scene at the lively mango table in our bar area. This high top table comfortably seats up to 10 people and is across from our bar. It is perfect for parties who enjoy a lively and fun environment! There is a $30 per person deposit required for booking. This deposit will be applied to your bill when you dine with us. We have a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you have a group larger than 10 or are interested in booking our private Tatami Room, please contact us at 970-920-2212 or email us at res@kenichiaspen.com.
Kenichi Aspen - Large Table: Main Dining Room
US$30.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Enjoy dinner with your large party of friends, family, or associates at Kenichi in Aspen! This experience allows guests to book our large main dining room tables online. These tables seat 6 - 10 guests. A $30 per person deposit is required for booking. This deposit will be applied to your bill when you dine with us. We have a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you have a group larger than 12 or are interested in booking our private Tatami Room, please contact us at 970-920-2212 or email us at res@kenichiaspen.com.
Winter Holiday Special |2024-2025| $150 per person
US$50.00 per person
Prepaid
26 Dec 2024 - 4 Jan 2025
From December 26th until January 4th. Experience the joy of the holidays at Kenichi Aspen! Join us and enjoy our full menu along with carefully crafted daily Chef's specials. Each reservation lasts for 2 hours. All reservations after 6 p.m. during the holiday week require a $150 per person minimum and a $50 per person deposit. The deposit is applied to your bill when you dine with us Contact us at (970) 920 2212 or res@kenichiaspen.com for questions.

Dynamite Style
tempura fried, masago, sriracha aioli, eel sauce
- ShrimpUS$13.00
- LobsterUS$36.00
Glazed Japanese Pork BellyUS$30.00
brown sugar soy glaze, carrot slaw, ponzu dressing
Asian Baby Back RibsUS$27.00
hoisin, brown sugar, sesame
Miso Black CodUS$35.00
marinated in miso for 72 hours broiled to order
Spicy Tuna over Crispy Rice Cakes*US$29.00
spicy sesame tuna, sesame aioli wasabi cream, tobiko
Wok Roasted Shishito PeppersUS$22.00
miso sea salt, parmesan cheese, shallots, yuzu tamari
Lobster TacosUS$30.00
butter poached claw meat, scallion rounds, cucumber red pepper kewpie
Duck Bao BunsUS$25.00
hoisin marinade, fresh cucumber, cilantro, kewpie
Ton GyozaUS$27.00
boar pot stickers, pan seared, dried cherry nimono
Grilled OctopusUS$36.00
sweet miso roasted red pepper gochujang crispy fingerling potatoes
Crispy TofuUS$17.00
garlic, ginger, sweet miso, oyster sauce green onion, shoyu
Eggplant DengakuUS$22.00
sweet miso sauce broiled, sesame onigiri
Wagyu Beef BitesUS$48.00
5oz new york strip, seared hon shimeji mushrooms, asparagus, ginger tamari sauce, crispy leeks

ENTREES

Japanese ScallopsUS$49.00
pan seared in butter, served with roasted cauliflower served over sweet and spicy tonkatsu
Crispy Skin Striped BassUS$42.00
pan seared, served with sautéed tri colored vegetables drizzled with roasted shishito and cherry tomato coulis
Boneless Braised Beef Short RibsUS$48.00
slow cooked short rib marinated in hoisin gochujang seared in demi glace, served over golden potato puree
Atlantic SalmonUS$46.00
seared crisp in oil with sautéed shiitakes, asparagus and cauliflower, served over edamame yuzu sosu
SukiyakiUS$49.00
Japanese hot pot. sliced new york strip, hon shimeji mushrooms, tofu carrots, onions, cooked in a broth of soy, mirin and dashi. Vegan option available by request
Teriyaki Plates*US$42.00
char-grilled, wok-seared veggies, rice
- Hanger Steak
- Airline Chicken
- Scottish Salmon

SIDES

Crispy Parmesan Brussels SproutsUS$16.00
Bok Choy with Ponzu ButterUS$14.00
Spicy EdamameUS$16.00
EdamameUS$12.00
Miso SoupUS$7.00
RiceUS$6.00

SPECIALTY ROLLS*

BlakeUS$30.00
tempura shrimp, cucumber, avocado topped with spicy tuna, teriyaki sauce
GreentailUS$29.00
yellowtail, tempura asparagus, scallions topped with avocado, serrano, basil yuzu soy
HawaiianUS$24.00
yellowtail, pineapple, asparagus, serrano edamame paper
GodzillaUS$29.00
broiled eel, cucumber topped with avocado, strawberry, teriyaki sauce
DynamoUS$32.00
spicy crunchy tuna, serrano topped with tuna, avocado, sesame, teriyaki sauce
Kenichi SpecialUS$30.00
snow crab, tuna, cucumber, avocado topped with masago
RainbowUS$32.00
snow crab, cucumber, avocado topped with tuna, yellowtail, salmon, shrimp
Mega SalmonUS$29.00
spicy salmon, tempura asparagus, avocado, scallions, topped with salmon, garlic kosho soy
AustinUS$19.00
plant based | tempura asparagus, aioli edamame paper, teriyaki
Pineapple ExpressUS$23.00
plant based | tempura asparagus, pineapple topped with avocado, serrano, honey yuzu
Yasai MakiUS$19.00
plant based | asparagus, yama gobo, takuan, shiso, cucumber avocado, kaiware, scallion, arare rice crackers sweet chili sauce

CLASSIC ROLLS*

TunaUS$14.00
SalmonUS$13.00
Yellowtail ScallionUS$13.00
EelUS$14.00
avocado, cucumber teriyaki
CaliforniaUS$15.00
crab, cucumber, avocado spicy mayo
Tempura ShrimpUS$13.00
spicy mayo, scallions, teriyaki
Spicy TunaUS$16.00
avocado, cucumber
SpiderUS$26.00
soft shell crab, cucumber, avocado, scallion, masago kaiware, yama gobo, teriyaki

SASHIMI SPECIALTIES*

Yellowtail Serrano (4)US$26.00
serrano, basil yuzu soy
Torched Salmon (4)US$25.00
dried shiso, dried miso, ground sesame seed, tosazu, garlic oil
Tuna Tataki (6)US$33.00
scallion, ginger, kaiware, myoga kosho garlic soy, scallion oil
Shiso Madai (4)US$38.00
lemon zest, yuzu pepper, scallion oil garlic chips, sea salt, yuzu jelly

NIGIRI / SASHIMI*

nigiri is seasoned with wasabi by the chef

Chef’s Selection Nigiri Plate (6)US$70.00
Chef’s Selection Sashimi Platter (16)US$165.00
Chef’s Vegan Nigiri Plate (6)US$30.00
Sashimi or Nigiri Combo (9)US$52.00
tuna, yellowtail, salmon

- 2 PIECES -

TunaUS$15.00
maguro
Yellowtail US$14.00
hamachi
Salmon US$13.00
sake
MackerelUS$12.00
saba
Freshwater EelUS$14.00
unagi
OctopusUS$11.00
tako
Scallop US$17.00
hotate
Snow CrabUS$16.00
kani
ShrimpUS$11.00
ebi
Sweet Shrimp US$20.00
ama ebi
Salmon RoeUS$11.00
ikura
Flying Fish Roe US$10.00
tobiko
Smelt RoeUS$10.00
masago
Quail Egg Top US$4.00
uzura (1)

SIDES

KizamiUS$4.00
Fresh WasabiUS$4.00
Wasabi ComboUS$7.00
PonzuUS$4.00
Basil Yuzu SoyUS$4.00
Spicy MayoUS$1.00
TeriyakiUS$1.00

*These items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.

A 2% Kitchen service fee is added to all checks and goes directly to our Kitchen Team

What 915 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kenichi Aspen offers a delightful sushi experience with "always great sushi" and "fantastic service." The lively atmosphere is enhanced by "amazing" staff like Aubrey and Jenna, who elevate dining to a special occasion. Though slightly pricey, diners praise its "excellent food" and consider it the "best Japanese restaurant in Aspen."

915 Reviews

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Marnie
Naples
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jai was exceptional. All staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Jai guided us to an outstanding culinary experience and every choice was better than the last! Wow! Thank you!
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Manny
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Awesome dinner. Will be back next time I am in town
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Thomas
Miami
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is a go to spot when we are in Aspen. A good meal as always.
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Eileen
Atlantic City
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service as always! A must visit in Aspen for exceptional sushi !
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Lynn
Las Vegas
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It is very loud in the middle of the room. Tables a little tight
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Arthur
New York City
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, reasonable price. The variety of dishes among the 4 of us was beautifully prepared and presented.
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Tomas
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got upgraded to the “tatami room” for my son’s birthday and it was a great experience overall
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Tyler
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely phenomenal and the service was just as amazing. Will definitely be dining here again.
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Michael
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the absolute best dining experiences I have had in Aspen. We tried quite a variety of the menu and it was all great. The Yasai Maki roll was different and delicious. The gyoza is excellent. Our server was truly phenomenal. We will absolutely be returning the next time we are in Aspen and telling all our friends.
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beth
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an absolutely lovely anniversary dinner at Kenichi. The food was amazing…and the service by our waiter, Zach couldn’t have been better!
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Kenichi Aspen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 920-2212.

Kenichi Aspen is rated 4.7 stars by 915 OpenTable diners.