Matsuhisa-Aspen
11 expert reviews
“In Aspen, you'll find a gluten-free menu with sea bass and dry miso, and cocktails come served atop a bar that looks hewn from a tree out back, salvaged wood sanded and shined to a glossy finish. ”
– Condé Nast Traveler
Concierge
"Comprising lounge and restaurant, bar, and patio, the place provides great people-watching as well as fine eating, the miso-glazed black cod being the de rigueur order."
Fodor's
"Although you shouldn't expect to see celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa in the kitchen of his hopping restaurant, his recipes and techniques are unmistakable." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Matsuhisa Aspen is part of the international Nobu brand of restaurants, named for its well-known chef-proprietor, Matsuhisa Nobu." Full review
BlackBook
"Nobu’s famous sushi chef takes to the hills with best rolls and sashimi in the valley, and the best-looking clientele."
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Either way, make sure you got plenty of paper and/or plastic in pocket before ordering that miso-marinated cod.
BlackBook
"Same amazing sushi from the downstairs restaurant but with a full bar and less commitment to a sit down meal."
Gayot
15.0
"Book early if you want a seat at this sushi sensation in high season." Full review
Zagat
4.6
"“The holy grail” of sushi is found at these “outstanding” Nobu siblings whose “world-class” “haute Japanese” “feasts for the senses” are as “jaw-dropping” as the “astronomical prices”." Full review
Where
"Divine sushi and Japanese by the creator of sushi spots from Malibu to Hong Kong. Start with the yellowtail tataki and just keep on ordering. D (daily)." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Matsuhisa Upstairs is casual and perfect for early kids dinner of avocado rolls, edamame, and mochi ice cream"
Eater
"This original Aspen outpost of the famed LA-based empire shows off sushi at its finest and other staples from renowned Japanese chef, Nobu Matsuhisa"
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