Domo Japanese Country Food Restaurant

The flavor of the food was great. Savory and really satisfying. We got the dipping noodles with soy based soup and chicken. The soy based soup was amazing! The curry was great as well but honestly the dipping noodle with soy based soup took the show! We also got the Ja-Tacos which were very good but again the dipping noodle took the show. The soda is in 12 once cans.

The most authentic Japanese restaurant I’ve encountered in Denver. The food was incredible, and the entire experience was absolutely worth it. It’s a different type of restaurant—so unique and special. Even though we ordered dishes we had never tried before, they exceeded our expectations. Truly one of a kind.

I had lost track of this restaurant 10 years ago. So amazing to still experience it true to its vision of traditional ambiance and food! We had the soy milk based broth dipping soup with ramen and udon, still amazing flavors and hearty meals. Highly recommend!

We loved the authentic Japanese culture, atmosphere and food! This is a very unique and incredible dining experience. The menu selection was very true to Japanese culture and the garden and museum make Domo a special restaurant. Strongly recommended! While at the restaurant we completely forgot we were in downtown Denver. Very special restaurant.

The atmosphere feels very Japanese and the setting is quite unique, which gave me a good first impression. Unfortunately, the food quality was far below expectations. The jumbo unagi came with rice that was soft, mushy, and fell apart easily. The side dishes had a weird taste, and my friend’s soymilk nabe also had an odd flavor. Overall the dishes felt below average. They don’t take reservations, so you have to wait in person. We waited over 30 mins for a late lunch, and honestly, the food was nowhere near worth the wait. The high rating might reflect how things used to be, but at least right now, the quality just isn’t there anymore. Don’t be fooled.

Calm and courteous atmosphere. Amazing food. Remind me of some Kyoto, Japan restaurants. Outdoor and indoor seating. Sushi and home cooking both were delicious. The soups were rich and hearty. Soba special is offered now with dipping noodles. Definitely better price than most places around Denver with bigger servings. Walked right in for lunch, no reservations needed. Dinner can get busier and packed. Parking is street but has limited free parking

What can I say, you have to go! Closes at 7 and can be busy at anytime. Super authentic and unique. Affordable with a great menu and decor is awesome. They have an outdoor garden as well. If you are in Denver you need to go

The food was great! The chrysanthemum tea was delicious and the service was amazing! The atmosphere stile the scene! This was the prettiest restuarnt I've been to in Colorado. It was absolutely beautiful! The dojo is open to tour but not touch and its a used dojo people still train there! Very beautiful, very peaceful, great food. 10/10 experience!

Domo has grown to be our all time favorite restaurant in Denver! The ambiance, authenticity, friendly service, and amazing food are always so consistent! The chef/owner has made the menu more limited since re-opening from COVID, but I absolutely love it! Less options for me (an indecisive person) to choose from, the better. All entrees are $16.75 + tax which is so worth it especially in today's economy. The portions are huge - you won't need to stop by McDonald's afterwards. Food wise - we ALWAYS order the maguro (tuna) bowl. If we had one last meal on earth, this is the one. Thick slabs of tuna over a bed of rice with a perfect marinade. Also, we tried the beef sukiyaki with udon for the first time, and it did not disappoint! The broth felt like it was made from scratch which is rare these days as some restaurants take the easy way out with using pre-mixed powders. Drinks - we skipped the teas this time, but those are always amazing. My husband had the cup of sake (a special one for the year of the snake), and he really enjoyed it. It didn't have a harsh taste as some sakes do. As of right now, they are open 11 am to 7 pm (closed on Mondays). I know Google says otherwise, but follow them on Facebook for more recent updates. Enjoy!!

To the Blonde Waitress with the piercings, We initially had a different waiter who was kind and polite. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees. The food was good and at a reasonable price. However during our meal, I had left to use the restroom and my friend stood up for a minute to look at the beautiful garden in the back. When she returned to the table, the blonde waitress was clearing our food which we had not finished eating. She tried to stop the waitress as she took our food away to which the waitress responded very rudely, "You both left the table. I didn't know if you were coming back." We had our clothes and other items at the table, two half eaten dishes, and we hadn't paid the check yet. There was no reason to think we had left. When I returned from the restroom, I saw our empty table and my friend upset. I spoke to the waitress again, to which she responded in the same way and brought out the check as if to get us to leave. Not only did she not apologize for taking our food and not try to resolve the issue, her terrible attitude completely ruined our meal. We really regret not speaking with her manager, but we're so stunned by her attitude and blatant disrespect,that we just paid the check and left.

Sadly, Covid broke a lot of great places to eat and that appears to be the case with DOMO in Denver. Pre-COVID I had taken family and clients to DOMO and it had been a fun an unique experience in Denver. The DOMO that exists now is nothing like the DOMO from back in the day. Came on a Sunday before a Broncos game to have lunch with family and friends and the experience might be the worst restaurant experience I've had in my life. We arrived, DOMO was about half full, 3 large tables available. Our party was a party of 8. The first experience was telling the hostess and him giving a big sigh, absolutely did not want to serve us. After about 15 minutes we were sat and after another 15 or so our waitress came over to take our order. This is where things went from meh service to bad. DOMO is running a hotpot seasonal entree, a few different types of broth and a few different proteins. Most of the table, including my wife who is Korean, ordered some form of the Hotpot and a couple appetizers. Entrees came out first, one at a time, and the waitresses were putting plates to the wrong people (mix ups happen), its fine, so we correct or pass plates around. We receive 7 of 8 entrees, my wife not receiving hers. At this point the we're trying to explain to the waitress that we're missing an entree. There is some mix up between two of the hot pots and another person in out party apparently had my wife's and had taken a few bites before realizing that the order was wrong. Not a big deal, but we're trying to get the 8th entree. The waitress takes one of the entrees from a party member and is going to have the kitchen correct. Then after a few minutes she brings back the entree she took, unfixed, and says that because one or more bites was taken she can't take it back and to get the right entree we'd be double charged. Weird, and not very customer service oriented. But we are trying to explain we're still missing an entree. There are 8 people, 7 entrees. At this point, I think the owner, Gaku Homma, comes out and starts yelling at our table, saying its our fault that the entrees ended up with the wrong people and that he wasn't going to remove any charges. No one at our table had asked to be comped, we never asked to speak to the chef, we're only trying to get our final entree. The owner continues to aggressively talk down to the table and the begins to berate my wife that its "our mistake". Finally, I tell the owner this conversation is over and ask him to leave the table. My wife, feeling discriminated against and verbally abused, leaves the restaurant, won't come back in. We never get the 8th entree. It was the the most shocking restaurant experience I've ever had. I don't know if the owner was having a bad day, really doesn't like Koreans, or something else but to verbally attack a table of patrons in a fairly crowded restaurant is just mind blowing. This new DOMO since Gaku Homma reopened is a shell of its former self. Not only did this situation occur but the food was lackluster, nothing like the old DOMO food. Hotpot and soup broths were bland and watery, meat was over cooked. Food: 2/10 Service: 0/10 - A note about this service. My wife is Korean, my children are half Korean. I don't know if the owner/chef was having a bad day or what, but I would never expose my family to the gross behavior that was presented.

We went on a Sunday as a party of six, and the wait was a bit long but the vibes of the place are cozy and there is a garden/museum in the back (with a cat!) to roam around in while waiting. The food was simple and delicious, and was a large portion. Everything we got had the home-cooked vibe. It was nice!

Delicious, home cook feel. Very warm and satisfying. Immediately after I walked in, it felt fun and relaxed. There was so much to look at and enjoy. I felt at ease. Most of their dishes are customizable. They had lots of different noodle soups and rice dishes. I got a northern style soup with tomatoes, some kind of tofu, bok choy, and my favorite, crispy sticky rice. This was my first time having that dish. It was a calming and relaxing lunch. Very nurturing.

this place has been on my list since i moved to Denver. when I heard they closed i was so bummed. and then it came back. Some of the below negative reviews made me think twice about going, but we went for lunch and had the loveliest time. Great staff. Great flavors. I can't compare to "before" but we enjoyed ourselves.

Such an adorable place. Looks just like a Japanese fishing hut. The garden is beautiful in the summer. There's a small museum attached. Food is authentic & delicious. Service is in traditional Japanese style so they don't offer substitutions. Best ginger tea around.

I have never felt more disrespected by a dinning experience than today. Not only did we wait 15 minutes to be brought water and our chopsticks, but when they brought them the waiter accidentally spilled one of the waters and did not come back to pick up the spill lol. We did not get a greeting nothing, not even an I'm sorry for spilling the water on you. Then when she came back but since she didn't have anything to pick up the water I asked her if she could pick it up and she answered "I'm going to take your order and then I'll clean it up". So we had to move over to the seats next to us to avoid getting wet. It took a while to clean up the water even after we did move. We ordered sake, an appetizer and two entrees. The sake never came, neither did the second entree so we just shared the app and the one entree and asked for our check. We waited a good chunk of time compared to other tables who were getting their food much faster. Our waiter did not even come check once the food did come out and did not refill the waters even though they were empty. It's a shame because the food tasted good and the place looked very authentic. But this is not only disrespectful to customers who come here who might be the only chance they get to eat out, but this is very disrespectful to the chefs in the kitchen, the owners of the restaurant and worse of all the Japanese culture. This is not acceptable and I do hope that no other customer has this same waiter as we did. Don't recommend unless you want your night to be ruined like ours was.

This is a must visit if you are not a rush and have patience. No reservations and no they do not pick up their phone. Things to note: 1) No reservations and they close early at like 7pm. Yes, 7pm but we finished our meal at like 7:30pm - so people still sit around and eat. 2) No indoor AC, so on these hot Colorado summer days ... even the outdoor garden is warm, plus these are a lot of flies outside 3) Nevertheless - try to sit outdoor because there is a full Japanese garden 4) The service is very very very slow and sometimes you are waiting just to order your meal 5) no alcohol 6) do not ask for soy sauce with your raw fish here bc they already pre-season it and it's a no no 7) I love this soy milk both thing where you dip your noodles 8) no there are no sushi roads, it's more of a Japanese comfort food place - think curries, ramen, teriyaki bowls (homemade sauces) Again - if you are not ok with very subpar service .. do not come here, otherwise pretty decent prices, a little garden in the middle of the hood (tbd sometimes a lot of homeless wander) but otherwise you are near Santa Fe.

Very beautiful atmosphere traditional Japanese restaurant with garden patio seating for good weather to seat outdoor. Pretty good traditional Japanese food and most entrees come with a few side dishes.

The food was absolutely delicious. The staff were friendly enough but not super available for even asking to get more water. The scenery and design of the interior was awesome, very moody and fun. Good for anything from a date to a cool spot to go with friends.

Atmosphere is just wow! Food is great- authentic and a lot of time and thought was put into the dishes by the chef. Received a free sake on New Years Day! Service is great too. Will definitely be back!

One of my favorite restaurants in the Denver area since 2016! So happy they reopened after covid. Since then, they made their menu smaller and the quality of the food is still great. Got curry udon and it was delicious and flavorful. Love all the sides you get with your meal. The portions are massive so you'll have leftovers. Highly recommend getting their takoyaki (not pictured). I love the atmosphere of the Japanese garden so definitely try to site outside. They don't take reservations so try to go during a non-busy time (call ahead!). Their parking lot is a bit small but there should be plenty of street parking.

I last came here pre-COVID in 2019. It was excellent then and still excellent today. Very authentic Japanese food, and it looks like they are going back to their original menu and simplified things. There's no more ramen, but the choices are still delicious. You get 2 pre-determined sides with each entrée and they simplified it to where each entrée is around $17. You get a lot of food for that amount. They focus a lot on curry, donburi (rice bowls), and udon now. I got to try the sukiyaki beef udon and the pork & cabbage hotpot. Both were great. If you're feeling a rich broth, then go with sukiyaki. The hotpot was a nice, clean, and refreshing dashi miso broth (I liked this one better). The hotpot had an odd rice cake which I would have preferred tofu but this must be more authentic. They provide plenty of ingredients. The Japanese meatball side was yummy, and the noodle dish was light and refreshing. Parking is still very limited, but they've changed their hours to 11am-7pm straight, which is convenient. My friends and I went when it was not busy. I love the fact they are very involved in the community locally and give back worldwide and offer humanitarian support. Dining here also helps them with providing support.

Came here on the recommendation of a neighbor with a discerning palate. Glad we got here. Unique for its ambience and menu. For a Tuesday lunch it was pretty busy. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Service was a little slow but they were very busy. We did order Chicken Karage which did not come out. As we were paying our bill we were told it was coming to us in a "to go" box. This was ok since we were pretty full by this time. We can overlook some of the service issues for the uniqueness of the venue and menu.

decent japanese food with a lovely outdoor seating area! i got the curry udon with a pork cutlet, i would recommend. it was tasty and came with miso soup and 2 sides. the cutlet wasn't crispy, but it still tasted good. service was fine, they checked up on us frequently and made sure our cups were always filled with cold water. overall, solid japanese food in the area.

Unique/nice environment, but with slow service and mediocre food. Understaffed and customers are scattered all over the place that the workers have no time to help them. We had to ask several times to have our orders taken and water was never filled. Food was ok.

My friend has been wanting to go here for a while so we finally went! Since dinner is first come first serve, we went around 5pm to ensure we got a table. Upon walking into the restaurant, you're immersed in the aesthetics and welcoming environment. The host greeted us and walked us over to our table. I love the interior of the restaurant, it seems so authentic and makes me feel like I'm in someone's home instead of a typical restaurant. I was initially surprised with how small the seating is inside but it also make it feel more quaint and nice. The menu offered various options to choose from, it was hard to decide. I got a chicken katsu dish that had eggs scrambled with it, over rice. We ordered apps as well. Everything was really good! I definitely want to come back and try more dishes!

I'm so happy to see that Domo reopened! I came here for the first time years ago and was sad when I saw they had closed as it's one of the most magical restaurants in Denver. It's currently still too cold to sit outdoors, but I highly recommend trying to get a table in the garden area when it warms up. You can still walk around the garden during the winter, though. We did a Sunday walk-in around 1PM and were super happy there was no wait and plenty of tables open - I think Google maps might still say the restaurant is closed on Sundays so maybe that affected the crowd. Service was prompt and very polite, I felt well taken care of the entire time. The menus here change seasonally and it's been a bit limited since they reopened. You can check the Facebook page for Domo to see what's new before you go. We ordered the following to try: 1. Ginger tea - super comforting and slightly sweet tea brewed with fresh ginger, plus it's served in a beautiful bowl 2. Takoyaki - this was just ok, very plain. I wasn't very interested in any of the appetizers but this was a good portion to share among 4 people 3. Nabeyaki udon with pork - this was my entree and it was perfect. So many components in this dish and they were all done well. Broth was light yet savory, and the meat portion was so generous. Can you believe this was less than $20? In this economy?? 4. Curry with rice - this was just ok, I didn't think it was amazing but it was still fine. Loved the huge tender pieces of potato in it though and the portion was massive Overall Domo is still just as magical as I remember it being. I will definitely come back for seasonal menu changes and also to show this gem to out of town friends when they visit. I'm praying tiktok doesn't ruin Domo for everybody again!

Like being back in Japan! Loved the food, ambience and fantastic service! Prices were incredibly reasonable with large portions.

Last night was the first time I'd been to Domo since before COVID, and like a lot of pre-pandemic things, it was good to be back. This restaurant is a real Denver treasure. I love the atmosphere at Domo- the decor is truly unique, especially the outdoor gardens, which weren't open for dining obviously because it's January. I was chilly anyway during the whole meal because cold air came into the dining room every time the door opened and I didn't dress for that. We had our kids with us last night and although the staff were gracious about their being there, it's not exactly set up for kids. For example, the restaurant only has 1 high chair. Several of the indoor tables were pretty high,so before we moved, the kids couldn't see over the table. Also, silverware for the kids would have been nice. We practice with chopsticks with our 3 year old a home, but he's not proficient yet. Currently they don't have alcohol, which was disappointing since all of the adults in our party would have liked a drink or two. But their hot tea was quite good, especially the hibiscus. It was mildly think and kind of sweet. We started with a variety of appetizers. I especially liked the unagi omelette and the poke bowl. We had to ask several times for side plates, which felt a little strange as we were sharing among a party of seven. Everyone's entrees were excellent. I had the veggie curry and ate every single bite. The only thing to be aware of is that if you don't eat meat, make sure you specify because one of the sides was a delicious chilled and marinated chicken. My husband had the chicken cutlet curry and it was also fantastic. I especially liked the crispy coating on the chicken. We both agreed that well definitely go back, but probably on the summer so we can sit outside. Hopefully they'll be serving alcohol again by then, but if not, I'd do another hibiscus tea. In fact, I could go for another right now.

We thought the food, service, and ambiance was great! For a mid week lunch, the place was quiet and it was easy to get a table. The food is different from most options in Denver, and we loved the variety.

I'm so grateful they reopened since I took it for granted before and never visited despite passing it regularly. What an oasis! When you enter the door, you're transported to what I can only imagine the Japanese country feels like. We got to dine outdoors in the garden, and the staff were very kind and gentle. The vibes here are so earthy and mellow. I enjoyed the edamame gyoza and the unagi tamago. Delicious food. I want to try the curry or udon noodles next time.

Enjoyed my time! The weather was perfect for patio seating, so that is what I opted for. The decor and ambiance were quite different from anything I had experienced. It was so relaxing, and the servers were nice! As for the food - highly recommend the spicy maguro. I do wish the pieces were cut smaller/ more consistently. Some were really thick! Flavor and freshness were top tier, though. The udon was good, not mind blowing! I didn't enjoy the pieces of pork as they were chewy. The noodles and broth were delicious! My total for both was ~$28 including tax. With all of that being said, I would probably come back again. I would like to try one of their curry dishes next time. Good place for a nice lunch!

This has some of the best if not the best country style Japanese food. Every time I've gone it has been knockout. The service is kind, quick and super helpful. The ambiance is of another world which makes since that dumb TikTok people ruined the appeal of it. But Domo is still amazing and I'm glad it's back. Thank you chef!

*place was opened despite Yelp saying it's closed. Calm instrumental japanese music playing in the restaurant. Service was nice and seated us upon entry. Service took some time to order and prepare our order but the food is worth the wait. Garden out back. Nice to check out after meal. I had the Nabeyaki udon with pork and I was very pleased by each aspect especially the pork. The pork was very tasty. Not too chewy and not too tough. A nice texture for pork in udon. Overall a very nice udon.

Domo is a delightful retreat for those seeking authentic home style Japanese cuisine! Nestled in the heart of Downtown Denver, this rustic haven is beautifully decorated with extensive gardens you can walk through. The menu is limited but offers traditional Japanese comfort foods. From the hearty rice bowls, to the deliciously spiced curries, Domo is a must visit for those craving genuine Japanese food.

I was in Denver to visit my friends, and we decided to have lunch at Domo, a Japanese restaurant. Although the wait was a bit long, the experience was well worth it. The food was delicious and the portions were huge, offering great value for the price. The authentic flavors and variety of dishes made it a memorable meal. One of the highlights was the serene garden in the back, which provided a peaceful atmosphere. Additionally, the dojo was really cool, featuring old Japanese artifacts that added a unique and cultural touch to the dining experience. Despite the wait, the quality of the food and the fantastic deals make Domo a spot I'd definitely recommend.

Looking forward to coming back to Domo once their full menu is back and the patio is open. We had an emergency mid-meal and my partner had to run back home for about 25 mins, the Domo staff was so kind checking in with us and even re-heated his food once he got back. We visited Domo right after we returned from our trip to Japan and it was so nice having authentic Japanese food again! I notice some of the more critical comments on this page may have been looking for Americanized Japanese food which Domo is not - if you are simply looking for sushi and ramen their current menu is not for you. The standard single price structure is really nice and I loved that the dishes all came with sides. It was a nice way to try some new things and made for a really balanced meal. They forgot my soup and brought me only an empty bowl but it's ok. Everything else was delicious. We were seated in the back corner bench seats, and unfortunately felt tucked away / very uncomfortable as there was no basket or hook for our jackets, and it was awkward to order since the seat is blocked by a table and the waiter couldn't actually reach us. The beautiful dining room is half the reason we came so it was unfortunate we were seated facing the wall and didn't get to enjoy it. Also I am a bit of a germaphobe so I didn't love having decorative items on the table/windowsill right in front of our food since they were a bit dusty. I think this is only an issue with the bench seats and the ambiance is much better at a table.

I've been here 3 times. I don't know why I keep going back bc the food is very sub par. The ambiance is super nice- the zen garden in the back is really cool and they have another bldg you can enter which shows authentic looking japanese lifestyle and a place where fighting occurs. But the food.... not good at all. First time I got the teriyaki beef. Great portion but food was SO salty. Second time I got the kimchi ramen. It was OK. Third time I got the octopus appetizer (that was surprisingly amazing) but the pork cutlet was kind of soggy, the curry tasted like it came from a box at the grocery store, and the veggies were just meh. The unagi was suuuuper soggy like baby food. Taste not great. And the service was just absolutely terrible on the 3rd time. I am finally done with this place.

We tried a few Asian restaurants in Denver, and they all were very unsatisfactory and off in taste. However, this was the first and only Asian restaurant we liked. Everything finally seemed authentic, and the portions were huge (so much meat in the udon). It actually tasted really good, and the ambiance was super unique. It was dimly lit with fun shaped tables and stools. Such a cute spot. Service was super accommodating.

First I wanna say that food, service aside. This place is worth it to go JUST FOR THE EXPERIENCE!!! The atmosphere sets the mood of traditional Japan, the decorations add so much but not so much it's overwhelming. The food is amazing and the staff are kind and attentive. All the food is served steaming hot from the stove. I WILL be returning to Dino not just for the food but for the experience.

Not your typical Japanese restaurant. Great food with a uniquely decorated dining room.

Zen garden ambiance but slow service. Food is okay. There's a few things to check out while waiting for food I guess like a small museum,

Domo is special. I've been going there for over 20 years and it's always an experience. Their commitment to Japanese cuisine and culture shined in the food and the facility.

So glad they reopened. Last time I went I was disappointed in the quality of the food and portions compared to what it used to be but this time it was the amazing domo I remember. So good!

The ambiance was very cool! Unfortunately, the food we ordered was not very good. We got the pork Katsudon, which they featured, and the pork Okoge Gattsuri Donburi. The Katsudon was underwhelming but the Okoge was very good. They were understaffed and everyone was waiting for their food for a very long time but the waitstaff were very polite and professional.

This is a really cute Japanese restaurant. They are remodeling now so have a limited menu. Please be patient with them. They were a little slow to take our order and serve the food. I think they are short staffed. Our waitress was going back and forth managing several tables. My daughter had the country udon bowl with pork. It was delicious and very flavorful. The udon was fresh as well as the other ingredients. She also had the ginger tea. It's was great and very spicy ginger. If you want a mild ginger tea, don't order it. It made my nose run. I had the sweet sour chicken and rice. The sweet sour sauce was light and flavorful. It was not thick and sweet. The chicken is breaded with skin and meat, and more like a lightly fried boneless chicken. The sauce was over the rice and soaked in. The rice with sauce was delicious. It came with authentic Japanese sides that I couldn't recognize all of the veggies but they were good. I had the green tea. It was an authentic roasted green tea. 5 stars for food 3 stars for service Service was slow, they initially brought out the wrong meal for me. And they didn't bring out chopsticks or water until asked.

Domo reopened in November 2023 and is now open for lunch/dinner 6 days/week (closed Monday) from 11am-7pm. The entire building including the Aikido school next door and historical museum is all wood timbers, plaster walls and baked clay tiles on roof. Very rustic. The tables inside are slabs of stone set on tree trunks. You sit on padded tree trunks. The menu includes appetizers, curry bowls, udon noodles and sashimi bowls. They have fountain drinks and 2 versions of hot green tea, but no alcohol. Not knowing how much food was coming, I started with shrimp shumai and Salmon Namasu, a traditional sunomono salad with carrots, daikon radishes and salmon all marinated in sweet vinegar. Lots of salmon slabs. The shrimp shumai was very good with a fiery red sauce. I then ordered a Curry bowl with pork and veggies. My my, what a large bowl of curry for $16.75; It was served with 2 side dishes and miso soup. The server allowed me time to check the menu. I did not feel rushed. Light string music was being played. No desserts. I took 1/2 of the curry bowl home. Because they just reopened, my takeout container was foam. So next time, I will get fewer appetizers and an udon noodle bowl instead. I walked around looking at the new articles and Westword reviews. I walked thru the historical museum and the garden. They have several wrought tables in the garden.

Great food and wonderful ambiance! A Denver staple for many years. Truly one of a kind, highly recommended!

The spicy Masago Tuna was really good and would recommend to anyone. With the noodle/hotpot options that my friends and I had, the broth was a little spicy but well worth it. The ambience and overall look was amazing and really made you feel as if you entered a brand new country.

The food was very tasty I ordered the No1 on the menu. All asian server were very nice and polite. The front host an American guy was super rude, we just barely working on our food and he put our check on the table. We paid later but he left so quick that we didn't get a chance to ask for a to-go box. We had to ask another server nearby for a box.

Yikes. This place is so hyped that I was really looking forward to it, but the only decent part of the experience was the garden, which is admittedly beautiful. We arrived and were seated outside, and our server came to take our drink order. The online menu showed a selection of beer, wine, and sake. We wanted to order sake, but we were told that they are redoing their liquor license and only had tea or soda as drink options. This should have been advertised on the website. The food menu is also drastically different from what is advertised online. I asked the server if the kimchi ramen was spicy, and he said yes, so I ordered it with pork. There was an egg shown on the menu for this item, and I tried to ask if I could get the egg over-medium but the server said the photo was outdated and this ramen didn't come with an egg. My wife ordered a different ramen dish (A2) with beef. Lo and behold, my ramen arrived with a severely undercooked egg (runny whites, barely done enough to stay together). My ramen was not spicy at all, and was honestly really bland and flavorless. My wife's came in a large plastic bowl, while mine was in a cast iron bowl. My broth was so hot that it was impossible to eat for quite a while (although an upside to the scalding broth is that I was able to push my egg into it to cook it more). My wife's broth was slightly sweet, which was odd, and the beef in hers was so fatty that you could see pools of fat floating on the top. Our server didn't come back to our table until almost 40 minutes after our food came out, so we weren't able to voice any concerns with the meal. Neither one of us enjoyed our meal (and we usually LOVE Japanese food). For a meal we didn't like, it was a steep $50 after tip. To top it off, something in my ramen made me ill and I was sick to my stomach the whole next day. I don't recommend this place and will not be returning.

Bad food, worse service. BE AWARE! The menu is completely different and much reduced from what is on their website and they no longer have a liquor license. Wait staff have no concept of service and can't even tell you what is in the sides they serve with entrees. I took two bites of my meal and realized the fish was off, was told they will not take it off my bill. Just lacking the basic tenant's of hospitality. Also took 20 minutes to get our check and then they tried to withhold about $50 in change. Don't bother coming here.

I'm so glad this place is back! This was my second time at Domo (the first time was before the pandemic) - it is always a solid choice. The ambience can't be beat with the authentic Japanese decor and the food was great. I got the pork katsu rice bowl but I was able to try a bit of the curry, unagi bowl, and beef udon noodles- I loved what I got but kind of wish I had gotten the noodles instead. I'll have to get them next time.

Hands down the best Japanese you can get in Denver and probably the best Japanese Curry I've ever had. The decor is also stunningly beautiful and the prices are unbelievably fair.

Food was pretty good. Got the nabiyaki kimchee soup with udon noodles. Tasty. Also got the chicken kaarage was very good. The pork cutlet katsu was decent but could be crispier. Service was slow but if you got their attention they came right away and friendly. Honestly, it's mainly because they are understaffed. Ambience was good with unique decor and a pleasant place to eat. We eat here every time we come to Denver.

i'm beating myself up because i have passed this place so many times, not once did i think twice to come and enjoy a delicious meal with amazing surroundings!! definitely coming back

This restaurant is an absolute gem. At last, authentic Japanese food offered in a space that looks and feels like sitting in an old Japanese farmhouse. This is not your run of the mill, hipster pseudo-Japanese restaurant that serves the same tired menu items. You won't find the morass of tired, westernized sushi roll options here. The menu is traditional and the food is well-prepared and delicious, like home cooking. This restaurant stands its ground and serves authentic Japanese meals at a time when it seems most establishments cater to the trendy and hip. The staff were kind, respectful, and attentive. I did not find the service to be slow at all, yet I also did not feel rushed. The experience was relaxed and the ambiance peaceful. The traditional music playing in the background was so nice and added to the relaxing atmosphere. I am grateful to have discovered this restaurant and will definitely be returning. To add, there is a beautiful garden to dine in, a traditional Aikido dojo, a shrine area, and a museum that shows the humanitarian aid provided by the founder and the organization he established. Clearly, he is driven to create spaces and experiences that inspire people to relax, enjoy, become their best, and give back.