If you ask any Denver foodie where they go for sushi, the answer is usually “The Sushi Den.”  I would have to agree.  Owners Toshi and Yasu also own two other restaurants, The Izakaya Den, and Den Deli.  Den Deli is their newest creation, a more casual eatery than their other trendy spots.  This noodle house has incredible Udon, unique sandwiches and sushi.  I’m a stickler for the traditional Nabiyaki Udon: Dashi broth with Udon noodles, fish cake, seaweed, clams, Enoki mushrooms, and a poached egg that breaks and thickens the broth slightly.  I’ve never been a big fan of the newer variations, but Den Deli’s duck Udon changed my life.  I thought it was going to be too rich, but it was wonderful.  The Kobe Beef Cheesesteak with Shitake mushrooms and wasabi mayo was outstanding.

You can also purchase raw fish from their market (same as they use for their sushi), and it is incredibly fresh.

Only downside- no alcohol.  Some sake would have been great.  But nonetheless, I’m goin back for more.