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Sushibar dining provides an interactive experience - Sushi Zanmai, Boulder, CO

Sushi Zanmai

4.6
4.6
27 Reviews
$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Sushi Zanmai is celebrating its 38th year as Boulder's favorite sushi spot! Zanmai provides family friendly dining. Our daily happy hour features popular rolls and appetizers and of course, Sake Bombs!
Sushi Zanmai has intimate dining for dates, sushi bar seating for guests who want to watch the chefs make their food, large tables for parties, and private Japanese tatami rooms for business meetings or raucous gatherings. The menu boasts both traditional Japanese kitchen food, sushi, and sashimi, as well as creative rolls and appetizers. Zanmai has vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, and vegan offerings. Reservations are encouraged for parties of 6 or more. This restaurant also offers to-go services.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Ramen
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 440-0733
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Boulder
  • Cross Street
    Spruce between Broadway and 13th, next to the Hotel Boulderado
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stops on both cross streets allow for easy access

What 27 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Boulder Area

    Good for groups

  • Boulder Area

    Good for special occasions

  • Boulder Area

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sushi Zanmai offers a lively atmosphere with "timeless experience" and "exceptional food & service." The menu boasts "excellent sashimi and sushi," ensuring a delightful dining experience. Ideal for special occasions, the tatami room and sushi boat are highlights. While some service issues arise during peak times, the overall experience is enjoyable.

27 Reviews
  1. Phyllis

    Denver

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the grilled salmon teriyaki. My husband had sushi. Everything was very good. I didn't realize that the salmon came with rice, vegetables and salad, so it was pretty filling. The wine and cocktails were very good. The server was very attentive...just the right amount. The only negative was that it was cold outside and whenever the door opened, it brought in a draft. Our table was closest to the door. Next time, I'll ask for a different spot.

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  2. Kelly

    VIP

    Denver

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Sushi Zanmai has always been our go to for special occasions. We had a large group for a birthday celebration and we reserved one of the back rooms (always fun!). The wait staff is always on top of things and very gracious. Unfortunately the food was not good. The fish was chewy and some just didn’t taste good and was not up to par as it usually is. The past several visits have been the same, sad to say. Not sure what is happening but Sushi Zanmai needs to improve or they will sadly lose clientele to better sushi restaurants around Boulder.

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  3. Kevin

    Denver

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent sashimi and sushi Sake was mediocre and overpriced Spiced edamame was soggy and was prepared in an odd syrupy marinate

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  4. Lora

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner on Christmas day - the fish was fresh & the service was excellent.

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  5. INGRID

    Orange County

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food came out very slowly, we had to ask twice what was taking so long. It was more crowded than expected, but on Christmas Day they should have been prepared. Very small portions of seaweed salad, sushi was decent, they were out of the desert we wanted, the drink my husband ordered was very small. We probably won’t return.

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  6. trina

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner on Christmas! Thanks for being open.

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  7. Zach

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service on a Sunday Night was slow, but the server was helpful & pleasant. We also weren't given the happy hour menu, and had to ask for it.

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  8. Diane

    Denver

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good and the service could have only been better if our waitperson had returned to our table after we received our food. But it was Friday night in Boulder with a CU event happening on the mall, so it was extremely busy. I didn’t rate it 5 because the rolls weren’t the very best I’ve ever had (in Boulder). Overall, it was good and enjoyable though and I would recommend!

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  9. shannonf

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great experience…want to get the tatami room. The sushi boat was awesome.

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  10. stephen

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service. Big sushi portions. Great value. Fast service.

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Sushi Zanmai is rated 4.6 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Sushi Zanmai

1221 Spruce St, Boulder, CO 80302

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Spruce between Broadway and 13th, next to the Hotel Boulderado
  • Area
    Boulder
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Ramen
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stops on both cross streets allow for easy access
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