Sakaba

Name: Sakaba
Address: 130 Daybreak Rdg, Avon, CO, United States, 81620
Telephone: (970) 343-1168
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.5

4.5

171 Reviews

$50 and over

Sushi

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Quietly sophisticated with a generous nod to tradition - the Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch's newest food and beverage outlet is Japanese dining in its purest form. Sakaba serves only the highest quality, and freshest fish and ingredients paired with the Vail Valleys finest Sake list, Japanese beer and spirits, while maintaining the craft cocktail tradition of its former namesake.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

9:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Cuisines
Sushi, Ramen, Japanese
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 343-1168
Website
https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/colorado/bachelor-gulch?scid=45f93f1b-bd77-45c9-8dab-83b6a417f6fe
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jasper Schneider

Location
130 Daybreak Rdg, Avon, CO 81620
Neighborhood
Beaver Creek
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking offered at the Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch front drive.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Maguro*$29.00
charred onions | serrano peppers | negi | dashi soy
Hamachi*$29.00
jalapeño cilantro vinaigrette | sudachi zest | micro cilantro
Albacore Tataki*$26.00
apple | ponzu
Uni*$45.00
fresh wasabi | warm rice
Live Scallop$32.00
ponzu | shiso | dried miso
Winter Greens$20.00
shaved raw vegetables | miso vinaigrette

Composed Hot Bites

Edamame$10.00
sea salt
Tuna Crispy Rice$32.00
serrano pepper | cilantro | spicy aioli
Miso Black Cod$52.00
Sakaba Shio Ramen$31.00
negi | soft egg | pork
Warm Lobster Tail$56.00
shiso butter | warm rice
Miso Dengaku Eggplant$26.00
togarashi | sweet miso
A5 Japanese Wagyu
ishiyaki style | ponzu | green tea salt
- Min 3oz$58.00

Signature Rolls

Cut Into 8 Pieces

Tuna Truffle*$29.00
truffle aioli | asparagus
Yellowtail*$28.00
roasted shishito | negi | jalapeño dressing | micro cilantro
Snow Crab$32.00
avocado | cucumber
Crispy Salmon Avocado*$27.00
crispy skin | avocado | jicama
Unagi$22.00
cucumber | shiso
Spicy Tuna*$26.00
green chili | micro shiso | jalapeno powder
Lobster$56.00
shiso garlic | ponzu

Cut Into 6 Pieces

Negi Toro*$48.00
toro | negi
Yellowtail Scallion*$22.00
negi
Toro Caviar*$155.00
negi toro | 15g ossetra caviar | house soy | 14K gold

Nigiri & Sashimi

1 piece per order

OH-Toro*$24.00
extra fatty
Chu-Toro*$22.00
fatty
Akami*$16.00
lean
Big Eye Tuna*$16.00
maguro
Bonito*$16.00
skip jack
Albacore*$14.00
tombo
Shima Aji*$18.00
island jackfish
Kinmedai*$18.00
golden eye snapper
Hokkaido Uni*$28.00
sea urchin
Sake*$10.00
salmon
Hotate*$16.00
scallop
Fresh Wasabi*$16.00
Nigiri Omakase$85.00

What 171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Great for outdoor dining
Mountains
Good for business meals
Mountains
Great for outdoor dining

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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We really enjoyed our evening and the food was the best sushi we have ever eaten.
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David
Chicago
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had heard this was the best sushi in the valley and it didn’t disappoint. It is a small space, weather permitting the outside seating is very nice. The portions are small and the prices are far from cheap but the quality was second to none. Even coming from Chicago the quality of fish was amazingly high. Every dish was terrific. The UNI make your own roll appetizer is not to be missed. The chefs nigiri selection was just as good and our waitress Amber helped make the night.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Only negative is that the sushi pieces were very small for the price and nothing special. But the hamachi appetizer and both rolls were exceptionally good and the ambiance and service fantastic (once they graciously moved us from a poorly placed high top table to a fantastic seat by the fire). Thank you for a wonderful evening.
DP
DebraP
Phoenix
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was awesome! Little pricey but we enjoyed every roll!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Double 40th bday for my husband and myself. Waiter treated us so nicely and the food was delicious.
JD
JDSalinger
Denver
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience4
Mediocre nigiri
PE
PamE
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
always a great dinner, the bartender served us his favorites and we loved it
MF
MatthiasF
New Orleans
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience5
Service started out great, but with two servers you would think we wouldn’t have any issues. The food is good but does not live up to its price.
KA
KandA
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
Very cold draft coming from kitchen. Bussers even had puffy down coats on. Nigiri Sushi very good but slices were rather thin so I tasted more of the rice than fish.
MV
MarymarV
Caribbean
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious and perfect service ❤️
RB
RituB
Atlanta
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall2food4service2ambience4
Poor service. Nobody came and checked on us during dinner. For the price point that is unacceptable. We should not have to pour our sake or look around for server. Ordered ginger beer nobody brought it. Had to ask for it again
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OpenTable Diner
Naples
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anne was the best waitress. Food is incredible. Hot rock my absolute favorite. Not sure they need micro greens on everything. Outdoor area is best for seating
MW
MatthewW
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Don’t write reviews often, but this is the worst value Iv ever experienced. Fish options had zero flavor, tiny portions, and extremely overpriced. Do not waste your money here
WH
WesH
Denver
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Kyle was our server and extremely helpful. We ate outside in the winter but were very warm by the fireplace and the heaters. Lovely evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My experience at Sakaba was AMAZING. It never disappoints. The service, food, and overall ambience was five star. Our server Chris and Bartender Danny are truly first class. Thank you for a wonderful evening. Will definitely be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience5
Sakata is in Bachlor Gulch Ritz Carlton so the ambiance is great and high prices should be expected. food was nothing special as would be expected from this restaurant. enjoy the atmosphere have some sushi but if you go in after a day of skiing don't expect to leave full for under $200 per person
P
Patrick
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best sushi dining experiences ever! The food was fantastic and our server Danny was absolutely awesome! We sat outside on the incredible patio and while it was 15 degrees outside the heaters are so good we didn’t even have jackets on. Overall just an excellent place and we all would highly recommend Sakaba
ML
MaggieL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service and very friendly staff. Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience3
The food was way overpriced! The miso cod was rubbery. The sushi and sashimi were very small portions and very expensive. Individual pieces of sushi at $24 a piece minimum is three to four times more than it’s worth.
LK
LindsayK
Denver
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall3food4service5ambience4
Ridiculously expensive! No reason to gouge people like that. Food quality was good though.
KO
KristenO
Louisville
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, cozy environment, phenomenal service.
L
Lisa
Nashville
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an incredible dining experience! Our meal was delicious- all the sushi was fresh and well presented. We had excellent service with Kyle.
p
pr356
Denver
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is a work of art. It is clear that someone took care to place a delicate sprig on top of each piece of spicy tuna sushi. The yuzu tart looked lovely and tasted wonderful. Service is impeccable.
KC
KarellC
Miami
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sakaba is the best sushi restaurant. Excellent service, food and ambiance. Our family looks forward to our dinners at Sakaba when we visit Vail. Anne and Danny are amazing!!
b
biltmore
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great quality sushi & sashimi with attentive service!
CF
ColoradoFoodie
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall2food3service5ambience5
Enjoyable meal with good service. Great cocktails. Wagyu very good. Omakase was a rip off - recommend you avoid.
c
cherrelvis
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing dinner! Perfect ambience and the food was spectacular.
UW
UWSmoose
Miami
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible Japanese food experience in the mountains! The freshest fish, an incredible Wagyu that you cook yourself on a hot stone, and a crispy rice with salmon that our niece said was the best ever… worth the trip and expense.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We would fly in just to dine at Sakaba! If you are a sushi 🍣 conaseuer, this is the spot for you!
F
Foodie
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My server was delightful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite sushi restaurant! It’s worth every penny.
ST
SadieT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time at Sakaba. We dined with our 2 young daughters, who loved the food, ambiance and attention they received. Danny and Connor were beyond attentive and the food was outstanding. Danny’s recommendations were on point. We will definitely be back - and in Danny’s section!
KW
KimW
Orange County
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
It’s unfortunate to give this review because I really like this restaurant but it was not up to its usual level. Hoping it is due to reopening and not a permanent issue. Good luck but this is not the Sakaba of old.
WS
WinS
Atlanta
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience1
My other lived in Japan for a year and she was really disappointed. After dinner, We left and went to another nearby restaurant where the food, service, and piano player was spectacular. Was here 6 months ago but not again.
JW
JWEats
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall3food4service5ambience3
Fantastic service - the server was terrific, knowledgeable and helpful. Very good food - would be excellent if better value but but not exceptional for the prices, as it was extremely overpriced, even by resort standards. But impressive to find very good quality sushi in a ski resort far from fish markets…
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience all around. Loved the sushi experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Had a great spot on the impressive outdoor patio under the heaters. Our server was attentive. Edamame and crispy rice app was delicious. Rolls were good
AC
AudraC
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server went above and beyond teaching us about Saki. Really fun and delicious experience.
SL
SarahL
Atlanta
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is amazing!! We ordered over 10 dishes and I’d order them again. Our waiter was the best. Definitely on our list to visit again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First family putting after Covid was a huge success!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Sakaba is rated 4.5 stars by 171 OpenTable diners.

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 5, 2023

9:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

130 Daybreak Rdg, Avon, CO 81620

Additional information

Neighborhood
Beaver Creek
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Sushi, Ramen, Japanese
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking offered at the Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch front drive.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jasper Schneider
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/colorado/bachelor-gulch?scid=45f93f1b-bd77-45c9-8dab-83b6a417f6fe
Phone number
(970) 343-1168

Sakaba

Make a reservation

Additional information

Miso Black Cod

Miso Dengaku Eggplant

Lobster

Composed Cold Bites

Maguro*$29.00

Hamachi*$29.00

Albacore Tataki*$26.00

Uni*$45.00

Live Scallop$32.00

Winter Greens$20.00

Composed Hot Bites

Edamame$10.00

Tuna Crispy Rice$32.00

Miso Black Cod$52.00

Sakaba Shio Ramen$31.00

Warm Lobster Tail$56.00

Miso Dengaku Eggplant$26.00

A5 Japanese Wagyu

Signature Rolls

Cut Into 8 Pieces

Tuna Truffle*$29.00

Yellowtail*$28.00

Snow Crab$32.00

Crispy Salmon Avocado*$27.00

Unagi$22.00

Spicy Tuna*$26.00

Lobster$56.00

Cut Into 6 Pieces

Negi Toro*$48.00

Yellowtail Scallion*$22.00

Toro Caviar*$155.00

Nigiri & Sashimi

OH-Toro*$24.00

Chu-Toro*$22.00

Akami*$16.00

Big Eye Tuna*$16.00

Bonito*$16.00

Albacore*$14.00

Shima Aji*$18.00

Kinmedai*$18.00

Hokkaido Uni*$28.00

Sake*$10.00

Hotate*$16.00

Fresh Wasabi*$16.00

Nigiri Omakase$85.00

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