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Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine, Vail, CO

Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine

4.7
4.7
186 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for scenic views
Grand Hyatt Vail is thrilled to announce the opening of Makoto Vail, a new restaurant by Makoto Okuwa. The exclusive partnership with the lauded Chef is the brand’s first outpost at a resort, illustrating the natural synergy of global tastes and refined experiences that Grand Hyatt Vail and Makoto share. A master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto Okuwa has more than twenty-five years of experience in traditional Japanese cooking, which he combines with his own innovative style. Recognized by the James Beard Foundation for outstanding contribution, Makoto has acclaimed restaurants in Miami, Washington, D.C., Panama City, Mexico City, and São Paulo.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (970) 479-1536
  • Website
    https://www.makotovail.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Makoto Okuwa
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 6 people for special occasions or events. The room is enclosed with views and access to the balcony to enjoy the wonderful Gore Creek only steps away. First come, first serve with a minimum of $1000 for dinner.

Experiences

  • Il Borro Wine Dinner Featuring Salvatore Ferragamo

    US$265.00 per person

    Prepaid

    5 Mar 2025 only
    19:00
    Join us on Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00pm for a seven-course ​​​​dinner with a menu created by Chef Makoto Okuwa, wine pairings from Il Borro Winery, and a meet and greet with Il Borro Winery CEO, Salvatore Ferragamo. Take this opportunity to learn about the history of the wines and their production as you pair them with a delicious array of culinary creations from Makoto Okuwa.

Menu

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What 186 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Makoto Vail offers a delightful modern Japanese dining experience with "great atmosphere and high quality food." The restaurant is praised for its "amazing sushi that melts in your mouth," "superb service," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Diners love the "truly awesome menu" featuring standout dishes like the Wagyu hot stone and crispy chicken dumplings. While some find it pricy, the "fresh fish" and "excellent cocktails" make it a "must visit when in Vail."

186 Reviews

  1. Bridget

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was pleasantly surprised restaurant is inside the hotel and I typically do not like hotel restaurants

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  2. Jessica

    VIP

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! Sushi was excellent and service was superb. A bit pricey - but not unexpected in a resort town.

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  3. Lee

    VIP

    Atlanta

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent sushi and wagyu. Great table and great service

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  4. Joham

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was a bit doubtful about sushi in a mountain but this was the best sushi I’ve had and I’m coming from SoCal.

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  5. Christopher

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    (4) of us dined with semi-conservative orders and drinks to the tune of $400. I have had similar quality food for half the cost. Sushi was good, not as good as the price would indicate. Crispy rice tuna rolls were quite good as well. Service was attentive and responsive and did provide good recommendations on the menu. I will look elsewhere for dinner next time I am in Vail.

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  6. Marianthy

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience. Our service was impeccable and the GM Rodrigo went above and beyond to ensure our Birthday dinner was flawless. It was the best dining experience I have had in the valley in years.

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  7. Shari

    Fort Lauderdale

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server couldn’t have been nicer. It made for a wonderful experience. The wait staff is very on top of their game if you even look up and they’re walking by they’ll be taking away dirty dishes or bringing you more water in an instant. The manager greeted us at our too, table which had an incredible view. Top notch. Highly recommend!

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  8. Tyler

    VIP

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food. The upgraded sushi dinner was amazing

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  9. Paola

    Baja California

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Es la primera vez que lo visitamos, el lugar es muy bonito, el servicio es muy bueno y la comida es excelente.

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  10. moises

    VIP

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Este lugar no es el mismo servicio y calidad de otros Makoto

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FAQs

Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine is rated 4.7 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Makoto Vail, Modern Japanese Cuisine

1300 Westhaven Drive, Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

  • Area
    Vail
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Makoto Okuwa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    https://www.makotovail.com/
  • Phone number
    (970) 479-1536
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 6 people for special occasions or events. The room is enclosed with views and access to the balcony to enjoy the wonderful Gore Creek only steps away. First come, first serve with a minimum of $1000 for dinner.
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