Sakaba

Name: Sakaba
Address: 130 Daybreak Rdg, Avon, CO, United States, 81620
Telephone: (970) 343-1168
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

196 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

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 9 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 196 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
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Innovative
Denver / Colorado
Hot spot
Denver / Colorado
Great for outdoor dining
Mountains
Innovative
Mountains
Hot spot
Mountains
Great for outdoor dining

196 Reviews

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KimW
Orange County
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s back to bring great. Food was exceptional & the service has improved from last year.
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drmikecmd
Greater Boston
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Japanese restaurant in the area. It’s expensive but worth it.
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Willy
Chicago
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had fantastic sushi and sashimi at Sakaba, but the highlight was the sake pairing organized by our server, Connor. The service we received was top-notch.
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Menderella
Austria
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
Underwhelming and overpriced sushi, unfortunately. Such a shame. Excellent service, nice drink selection.
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UWSmoose
Miami
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just wow Japanese food in the Vail Valley. And you cannot beat the service. A must-do spot if you love excellent Japanese food.
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Local
Phoenix
124 reviews
vip
3.0
124 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Pretentious, over priced, limited menu, indifferent waitress. All in all, we will not be going back, nor will we recommend this restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dining at Sakaba was a true pleasure! The service and ambiance was great! The dishes are unique and delicious… not true traditional Japanese but a mix of fusion and tradition. Plan on sharing a variety of selections with your table for a true dining experience!
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JAIMES
Mexico City
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
El hotel está espectacular y el restaurante muy sencillo. Los rollos de sushi nada fuera de lo común pero los precios muy elevados. La atención de primera pero definitivamente muy caro.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
Hamachi was very good, but everything else was average. For the price, I did not feel like it was anything special. It felt like our food was rushed out, we were sat at what seemed to be a lounge table, and the restaurant was almost empty.
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LAlady
Los Angeles
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
We loved our dinner at Sakaba. The food was delicious and the restaurant was beautiful. Would definitely recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall1food5service1ambience1
The food was great however our waitress Amber was absolutely horrible. Made me leave the table to go back to the Ritz to get my ID from the room. I understand, but the way she treated us was unacceptable. My dad was profusely sweating and had to take off and strip to his undershirt. She refused to turn down the heaters. She ruined our dinner. Staying at this hotel should be a 5 star experience for what we were charged. We dined at all the other Ritz restaurants and has excellent experiences. Amber should reevaluate if she wants to be in the service industry at a 5 star hotel.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing meal and service. Thank you Ann. You were amazing!
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NMFoodie
New Mexico
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Fantastic food across the board. The service for my latest visit was not as good as prior visits but still good. The food is on the pricey side but some of the best ceviche and sushi I’ve had anywhere.
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Verycool
E. Tennessee
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
I was seated outside - at first I was concerned it would be cold. My wife and I had the first loveseat on the right as you go to the outside dining space. If you are looking for intimate seating ask for this. Blankets, pillows, a heater- just cuddle up and take a nap! It was a rare instance of not wanting to leave when the meal was over. The quality of the food was outstanding but the sashimi omakase was 6 tiny pieces of fish. For 115 dollars I think at least 12 pieces might make some sense. Just order a la carte at 10 to 15 dollars a piece. I get it that it’s the ritz but at least match the price of your single piece price.
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Prettygood
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great overall experience - great food, service and overall dining experience.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great family dinner spot for our vacation. The server was so helpful, laid back , efficient, and superb. Food was excellent and the manager gave my daughter a stuffed puppy that is the mascot for the hotel. She played with Bachelor, the puppy, the whole night.
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JackieO
Dallas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience1
Sakaba was in the top 10 of most romantic restaurants in ski areas, which is why I chose the restaurant. However, we were seated at a table close to a sliding door that bumped my husband's elbow several times, and it was so loud in the restaurant that we couldn't hear each other. NOT ROMANTIC at all!!! We requested a different table but there weren't any other tables available. Personally, I think a restaurant at the Ritz Carlton should not have any bad tables.
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HeatherB
Denver
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely incredible sushi dinner, the best I've had outside of Japan. Very impressed with the quality & creativity of the sushi, sake selection, and service.
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jmaxhimer
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Who knew some of the best sushi/Japanese food we’ve ever had we found in Beaver Creek. We pretty much order the menu every time. Yes it’s pricey but it’s worth it. They fly in everything fresh from around the world and it shows. Great service and for Pete’s sake…you are in the gorgeous Rocky Mountains!!
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NJMotherof2
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was very knowledgeable. The sushi was outstanding. We sat outside and thought we would be cold but with all the heaters and the fires we were just right. The ambiance out there was just so beautiful.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the best dinner! Wonderful & attentive waitress & absolutely delicious sushi!
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LeilaK
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One the best sushi’s we’ve had!
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BZapp
Denver
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time dining here and it completely blew us away! The hamachi and lobster were the highlight of the evening, but the staff were AMAZING too! Can’t wait to return!!!!
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TriciaC
Pittsburgh
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best sushi in Beaver Creek. Wonderful service and ambiance.
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JoeH
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
About 1/2 the dining is outside on a semi heated patio. They have blankets but if it’s a cold night- bundle up in advance
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the best meal and experience at Sakaba. Co was our server and she was absolutely fantastic. Took great care of us and we let her completely order for us. It was truly one of the best meals we’ve ever had and for sure the best meal in Beaver Creek!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
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
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 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.
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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!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Double 40th bday for my husband and myself. Waiter treated us so nicely and the food was delicious.
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JDSalinger
Denver
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience4
Mediocre nigiri
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PamE
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
always a great dinner, the bartender served us his favorites and we loved it
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MatthiasF
New Orleans
17 reviews
3.0
17 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.
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KandA
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 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.
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MarymarV
Caribbean
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious and perfect service ❤️
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RituB
Atlanta Metro
1 review
vip
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
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 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
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MatthewW
San Francisco
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
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WesH
Denver
4 reviews
4.0
4 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.
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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 4.7 stars by 196 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

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 9 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

Lobster

Warm Lobster Tail

Miso Black Cod

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

How is Sakaba restaurant rated?

Is Sakaba currently accepting reservations?

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