Izakaya Carbondale

Name: Izakaya Carbondale
Address: 225 Main St Unit 110, Carbondale, CO, United States, 81623
Telephone: (970) 340-4225
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

163 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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Thank you for visiting Kenichi Izakaya Carbondale. An Izakaya is a type of informal Japanese pub. At sake breweries during the late 18th century, people in Japan began using sake kegs as stools and snacks were served. This small plates menu was designed to encourage sharing amongst friends and family. Food is prepared in multiple kitchens and arrives as it is ready to ensure freshness. We make the majority of our menu in house, from scratch, and use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
We offer full sushi bar, kitchen and bar.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Grill
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(970) 340-4225
Website
http://www.izakayacarbondale.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Pablo Goodman

Location
225 Main St Unit 110, Carbondale, CO 81623
Neighborhood
Carbondale
Cross street
N 2nd St
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Edamame$5.00
steamed organic edamame, sea salt
Spicy Edamame$6.00
steamed organic edamame, salt, chili, butter
Shichimi Fries$6.00
shichimi togarashi, shiro shoyu, miso salt, special sauce
Agedashi$7.00
crispy organic tofu, sweet dashi, bonito, scallion
Kimchee Fritters$11.00
house kimchee, organic mung bean fritter, sesame, apple
Blistered Shishito Peppers$13.00
yuzu, soy, truffle salt, romano
Chicken Skewers$7.00
free range chicken, tamari, scallion
Beef Skewers$9.00
shaved beef, sesame, garlic, tamari, kaiware
Karaage$12.00
japanese style fried chicken, tamari, ginger, yuzu kewpie, scallion
Ton Gyoza$15.00
boar pot stickers, pan seared w/ dried cherry nimono
Pork Buns$13.00
slow cooked cardamom pork belly, miso pickle, citrus kewpie, crispy shallots
Dynamite Popcorn Shrimp$16.00
wild caught shrimp, sweet pepper relish, spicy kewpie, masago, green onion, sweet soy

Entrees

Kimchee Fried Rice$15.00
garlic, ginger, egg, scallion
Pork Belly Confit & Kimchee Fried Rice$19.00
garlic, ginger, egg, scallion
Beef and Shrimp Yakisoba Noodles$21.00
beef, shrimp, stir-fry noodles, bok choy, pickled fresnos, oyster sauce, bonito, kewpie, onori
Ginger Soy American Kobe Sirloin$25.00
miso roasted veggies, crispy garlic, shiso chimichurri, steamed rice
Crispy Miso Tofu$16.00
organic tofu, ginger-soy vegetables, steamed rice
Yosenabe$21.00
(Japanese Hot Pot) beef, shrimp, pork and vegetable hot pot, steamed rice
Miso Black Cod$29.00
wild alaskan black cod, miso, tamari, yuzu, shitake, baby bok choy, truffle salt, steamed rice
Pineapple Teriyaki
seasonal vegetables, house pineapple teriyaki, steamed rice
- Chicken$17.00
- Salmon$21.00

Sushi

Classic Rolls

Cucumber / Avocado$6.00
Tuna$8.00
Salmon$7.00
Yellowtail Scallion$8.00
Tempura Shrimp$11.00
Eel$12.00
cucumber, avocado
Spicy Tuna$13.00
cucumber, avocado
California$12.00
crab, cucumber, avocado, spicy mayo
Spider$16.00
soft shell crab, cucumber, kaiware, yamagobo, spicy kewpie, teriyaki, sesame

Inside Out Rolls

Spicy Crunchy Salmon$15.00
cucumber, avocado, scallion, topped with spicy salmon, spicy teriyaki, tempura bits
Izakaya Special$18.00
tuna, snow crab, cucumber, avocado, topped with masago
Carbontail$19.00
cucumber, avocado, scallion, kaiware, topped with yellowtail, serrano, basil-yuzu tamari, sesame
Spicy Crunchy Yellowtail$15.00
spicy yellowtail, cucumber, avocado, tempura bits, shichimi
Blake$16.00
tempura shrimp, cucumber, avocado, topped with spicy tuna, teriyaki, sesame

Plant Based Rolls

Garden$11.00
spinach, carrot, cucumber, avocado, sweet potato
Mikuni$11.00
shiitakes, spinach, menma, yamagobo, truffle salt, osonori, kewpie, crispy garlic

Specialty Sashimi

Yellowtail Serrano Sashimi
serrano, basil yuzu tamari
- 4 Piece$18.00
- 6 Piece$25.00
Torched Salmon Sashimi
dried shiso, dried miso, ground sesame, garlic oil, tosazu
- 4 Piece$17.00
- 6 Piece$24.00

Nigiri

Tuna
- 2 Piece$12.00
Salmon
- 2 Piece$10.00
Yellowtail
- 2 Piece$11.00
Albacore Tataki
- 2 Piece$10.00
Eel
- 2 Piece$11.00

Sashimi

Tuna
- 4 Piece$18.00
Salmon
- 4 Piece$16.00
Yellowtail
- 4 Piece$17.00
Albacore Tataki
- 4 Piece$15.00
Eel
- 4 Piece$16.00

Sushi Style Donburi (Rice Bowls)

Tuna Ponzu Poki Don$17.00
hawaiian ahi, cucumber, citrus ponzu, seaweed salad, wakame, chili, sesame, osanori, gari
Spicy Crunchy Salmon Don$15.00
spicy salmon, cucumber, avocado, scallion, tempura bits, spicy teriyaki, sesame, osanori, gari
Spicy Crunchy Yellowtail Don$15.00
spicy yellowtail, cucumber, avocado, tempura bits, shichimi, sesame, osanori, gari
Carbontail Don$19.00
yellowtail, avocado, cucumber, scallion, kaiware, serrano, basil-yuzu tamari, sesame, osanori, gari
Blake Don$16.00
spicy tuna, tempura shrimp, cucumber, avocado, teriyaki, sesame, osanori, gari
Mikuni Don$11.00
shiitake mushrooms, spinach, yamagobo, menma, kewpie, truffle salt, crispy garlic, sesame, osanori, gari

What 163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Good for special occasions
Denver / Colorado
Japanese
Mountains
Good for special occasions

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NinaP
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always....food was delicious, delivered with a simple beauty, described by immensely knowledgeable servers. Gotta say, though, we are regulars!
J
Janabelle
Seattle
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our reservation was for 3 on a very busy Friday evening - when our guest became ill and we had to adjust numbers I also asked if we could possibly adjust our reservation time to much earlier. The hostess I spoke with on the phone as well as in person was helpful and as accommodating and polite as could be. Heather, our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable about everything on the menu and helpful giving guidance when we asked. Oh and the food - simply fresh and delicious and amazing.
SF
SuzieF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The experience was wonderful! Even if the food was terrible we still would have had the best time because our server was SO funny and amazing. Unfortunately I don't remember his name but he had a bun and a beard. The food was excellent, and the atmosphere was inviting and fun. Next time we're in Carbondale we will definitely come back!
HW
HeatherW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cozy and just energetic enough of an atmosphere. Lighting and music are perfect, spacing of tables allows for private conversation. Very attentive service, fresh nightly specials, food is consistently delicious. Warm greeting from friendly hostess. Thanks for another great evening, Izakaya. By far the best dining experience in Carbondale!
ML
MonicaL
Denver
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never disappointed when we dine at Izakaya! Always such a great experience!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect service, food and atmosphere.
B
Becky
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great!!! Excellent server who was extremely kind, patient and efficient with our order. We had an 18 month old in our party and server was amazing! Much appreciated 😊
a
austinfin
Minneapolis
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
always very good service, food and ambience. lovely restaurant
PS
PamS
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entrées are small so be prepared to $$$ if you arrive very hungry. We usually buy lots of apps and split them. Our server was fantastic.. some items were slow coming out but they were busy. We Love Izakaya and go a few times a year. Bill for 4 with tip was $450 but we were hungry!!
T
Tonyd
Denver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is always top notch. Unique and creative presentations and as fresh as it gets. It’s our favorite sushi restaurant in the valley! Don’t miss the torched salmon!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Forrest is very knowledgeable and an amazing waiter. Great food, great service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
We love this restaurant! Great sushi and ambience!
KP
KevinP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Great place. Don’t eat the Soft Shell Crab. Real Fishy.
SG
SummerGlitter
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, amazing food, all in all 10/10!
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Guggs
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service as always. Fish is really fresh. Highly recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience3
Kitchen was incredibly slow. Food was mediocre at best and extremely overpriced.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We eat at izakaya all the time. One of our favorites. We took our friends from out of town for this reservation and they loved everything!
ML
MonicaL
Denver
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Izakaya, our favorite, never disappoints!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great dinner at Izakaya for the AVSC Fundraiser night!
RR
RoseR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cheauxchi Rocks! He suggested excellent dishes and paired them well with cocktails and Sake. It was a really excellent evening!
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littlebee
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The flavors of the food are amazing. The miso black cod was one of the best dishes I’ve had
SS
SindyS
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks. The atmosphere was nice on Tuesday.
TR
TheRagans
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We loved our first dinner at izakaya! We went as a family for my birthday and the food was amazing. The service was a little slow, but it was 1st Friday and the restaurant was full, so that wasn’t a surprise. We will just budget more time next time we go. Prices were as expected. We will be back!
C
Chuckie
Dallas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner!
AC
AmielC
Los Angeles
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Hostesses were a little chatty among each other.
CF
CathyF
Houston
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful! Highly recommend! Went w dear friends and knew it was going to be great. Didn’t expect the finest sushi and presentation in such a fine decor
MM
MaggieMae
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was there twice this week. Entrees are to die for, sake is excellent. Ambiance is high quality.
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Tonyd
Denver
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quite simply our favorite sushi restaurant in the roaring Fork Valley! Always agree.
M
Mochi
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, efficient, knowledgeable and pleasant waiter
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OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
Average food. Poor service. Very slow. This place is a hit or miss. Very overpriced.
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RWard
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Turned the evening over to our waiter. He did a superb job and everything was delicious
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kurtw
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience4
Great waiter and service. Prices were high in my opinion.
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Umpire
Phoenix
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
as before, Forest was terrific and helped make the e dinner fun for our 11 yo grandson.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Surprisingly a much larger restaurant than I expected based on outside appearance. Ambience was really nice and Forrest was a great waiter-very knowledgeable and attentive. Definitely coming back
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Forrest has been by far the best waiter we have ever had while dining at Izakaya. Great food and excellent service.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Holy moly! What a perfect dining experience! Food and service were spectacular! Top notch
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Calling all gluten free folks!! Izakaya should be top of your list! They had e a dedicated gluten free menu and frier where they make gf tempura, dynamite shrimp, amazing chicken, and more….it was a dream of foods I haven’t been able to eat for decades! Thank you Izakaya!!!
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Sisi
Denver
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
The shrimp was partially cooked in my brothers noodle bowl. (He doesn’t like raw fish) I tried it and didn’t care for the texture/flavor combination either. I also wish they sold a smaller bottle of the Snow Maiden. A large bottle is too much for my own indulgence.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never had a bad experience here!

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Izakaya Carbondale is rated 4.8 stars by 163 OpenTable diners.

Izakaya Carbondale does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

225 Main St Unit 110, Carbondale, CO 81623

Additional information

Cross street
N 2nd St
Neighborhood
Carbondale
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Grill
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Pablo Goodman
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.izakayacarbondale.com/
Phone number
(970) 340-4225

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Soup / Ramen

Miso Soup$5.00

Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen$17.00

Miso Vegetable Ramen$15.00

Salads

Sesame Seaweed Salad$5.00

Hijiki and Lotus Root Salad$7.00

House Organic Greens$9.00

Albacore and Seaweed Salad$19.00

Izakaya Style

Edamame$5.00

Spicy Edamame$6.00

Shichimi Fries$6.00

Agedashi$7.00

Kimchee Fritters$11.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$13.00

Chicken Skewers$7.00

Beef Skewers$9.00

Karaage$12.00

Ton Gyoza$15.00

Pork Buns$13.00

Dynamite Popcorn Shrimp$16.00

Entrees

Kimchee Fried Rice$15.00

Pork Belly Confit & Kimchee Fried Rice$19.00

Beef and Shrimp Yakisoba Noodles$21.00

Ginger Soy American Kobe Sirloin$25.00

Crispy Miso Tofu$16.00

Yosenabe$21.00

Miso Black Cod$29.00

Pineapple Teriyaki

Sushi

Classic Rolls

Cucumber / Avocado$6.00

Tuna$8.00

Salmon$7.00

Yellowtail Scallion$8.00

Tempura Shrimp$11.00

Eel$12.00

Spicy Tuna$13.00

California$12.00

Spider$16.00

Inside Out Rolls

Spicy Crunchy Salmon$15.00

Izakaya Special$18.00

Carbontail$19.00

Spicy Crunchy Yellowtail$15.00

Blake$16.00

Plant Based Rolls

Garden$11.00

Mikuni$11.00

Specialty Sashimi

Yellowtail Serrano Sashimi

Torched Salmon Sashimi

Nigiri

Tuna

Salmon

Yellowtail

Albacore Tataki

Eel

Sashimi

Tuna

Salmon

Yellowtail

Albacore Tataki

Eel

Sushi Style Donburi (Rice Bowls)

Tuna Ponzu Poki Don$17.00

Spicy Crunchy Salmon Don$15.00

Spicy Crunchy Yellowtail Don$15.00

Carbontail Don$19.00

Blake Don$16.00

Mikuni Don$11.00

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