Welcome to Rocky Yama Sushi
At Rocky Yama Sushi, we celebrate the art of Japanese cuisine, blending tradition with a modern twist to create a vibrant dining experience. Located in Denver, we offer a spacious, trendy environment where sushi lovers can indulge in an extensive menu featuring expertly crafted rolls and sashimi, all made from the freshest ingredients. Our attentive staff ensures every visit is memorable, whether you're here for a casual dinner, happy hour with friends, or a private gathering. With vegan and vegetarian options, as well as a relaxed outdoor seating area, Rocky Yama caters to all, making it the ultimate sushi destination for everyone.
- 801 Santa Fe Dr Denver, CO 80204 United States Hotline: (303) 954-9562
Welcome to Rocky Yama Sushi, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Denver, Colorado. Located at 801 Santa Fe Dr, this trendy yet casual sushi haven captures the essence of authentic Japanese cuisine while ensuring that every guest feels right at home.
At Rocky Yama, you're greeted by a cozy atmosphere, perfect for groups and intimate dinners alike. With options for outdoor seating, you can enjoy your meal while soaking in the charming streets of Denver. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and committed to inclusivity, making it a welcoming space for all.
One of the shining stars of Rocky Yama Sushi is its extensive menu that caters not only to sushi enthusiasts but also to those seeking vegetarian and vegan options. Customers rave about the high-quality fish; the sushi chefs excel in their craft, ensuring that each slice is precise and fresh. The Yellowtail Jalapeño Sashimi and Toro Aburi have received high praise for their exceptional taste and freshness, making them a must-try for any sushi lover.
- Happy Hour Delights: The restaurant offers a fantastic happy hour from 3 PM to 6 PM, featuring discounted rolls and BOGO offers on sake, making it an ideal spot for those looking to unwind without breaking the bank.
- Appetizers Worth Mentioning: Diners love the Spicy Edamame, Gyoza, and Soft Shell Crab Tempura. These dishes seamlessly complement the sushi offerings, ensuring a complete dining experience.
- Signature Rolls & Nigiri: The Fire Cracker Roll and Lava Roll stand out for their bold flavors and creative combinations. For those who appreciate simplicity, the rich Unagi Nigiri melts in your mouth.
Customer feedback highlights the attentive service at Rocky Yama, as staff members are eager to make your dining experience memorable. Many patrons note the restaurant's clean and modern ambiance, making it a pleasant spot for quick lunch takeout or an elaborate dinner.
For those planning a visit, keep in mind that parking can be a bit challenging, so arriving early is advisable. From fresh sushi to delightful customer service, Rocky Yama Sushi promises an unforgettable culinary journey that is sure to leave you longing for another visit. Indulge in a slice of Japan right here in Denver and see for yourself why this sushi restaurant is making waves in the local dining scene!

So many different sushi types on the menu plus they have lunch and dinner menu for those not opting for sushi. Great service and nice and spacious seating area. My favorite is the unagi rolls. Try the tempura dishes, nicely done with the crispy coating.

All the fish are fresh and very high quality. No end pieces are served on a nigiri which I feel is top notch. Sushi chefs have excellent knife skills so the sashimi is fabulous. Being from an island, fresh fish and sashimi in very important . I am very picky as much as a land dweller who has a knack for finding excellent quality red meats( rib eye or fillet mignon, etc) I highly recommend this restaurant however it's hard to find parking , so get here early.

Food was excellent and service was great. Added to list of 'must returns'! So good, we tried to make it back before we left but couldn't schedule it. Will definitely return!

I recently moved to the neighborhood and I'm ecstatic to have found my new favorite happy hour spot!! I love sushi and love a sushi happy hour even more and man, did this deliver! The happy hour offering is extensive and extremely reasonably priced. We started with the Triple Aburi Sashimi Sampler (the salmon was my favorite) and spicy edamame. I will admit, the spicy edamame was not my favorite as it was more of a vinegar-based sauce (think Louisiana or Buffalo hot sauce) than a more traditional garlic Siracha flavor, so I'll get the regular edamame next time I'm in. We then ordered the Fire Cracker roll (delicious!), Hamachi nigiri (can't go wrong here - so tender), Aji nigiri (felt adventurous with this one, was good but I'll try a different one next time), and the Spicy Tuna roll and Yellowtail Avocado roll. Both rolls were sooooo good, easily the best basic rolls I've had in Denver. The staff was attentive, very sweet, and left us feeling taken care of and excited to come back.

What a delicious sushi spot to come for happy hour... you really can't beat the prices! Service was quick, sushi was fresh with a wide variety of options, and the restaurant was very clean and modern. I'll definitely be back!

The sushi was delicious. The ambiance of this place isn't anything special just a small restaurant vibe. I'm glad I stopped here for some sushi rather than going to some super up scale location. This felt more cozy and intimate. The service was nice, they were attentive about our water. They recommend some sushi to us as well. All around it was a good time

Fun spot off Sante Fe . Small parking lot in back or can find street parking. Have a nice patio! Good cuts sushi for the right price. Definitely tastes fresh and staff is friendly. Nice quick delicious spot when you don't want to break the bank on ridiculous priced sushi!

When people see my reviews, they must say that this guy gives every place 5 stars, well, if you only go to places that are 4 stars & above, you really can't go wrong! Now onto to the Rocky Yama review. This place is really, really good! The wife & I went on Thursday night for our 23rd Wedding Anniversary for the first time & I can safely say that it won't be our last time! We started off with the Yellowtail Jalapeño Sashimi, because it reminded us of a dish we used to get at our favorite Sushi place in NJ. I'm really glad we tried this dish, it was extremely fresh tasting, what I mean is the Cilantro was very dominant& this app was excellent, I highly recommend it! I really wanted to try the Toro Aburi, which was a piece of the Tuna belly, marinated & they used their special fire technique to finish it, again this was excellent!!! To top off our appetizer selection, we got their Crispy Tuna Bites & I have to say that these were the best of the bunch! For our entrees, we got the Spicy Tuna Roll(Whenever we try a new Sushi place, I always try the Spicy Tuna Roll to judge the quality) again, EXCELLENT! We also got the Lava Roll, Red Dragon Roll & the Fire Cracker Roll, and every roll was EXCELLENT as well! I'm really glad we went here & tried a new place, it was well worth the 30 minute ride from Highlands Ranch. We went for Happy Hour, which goes from 3pm-6pm & it's BOGO on Sake selections & some of their alcoholic beverages, as well as discounts on food. The service was excellent & she was very attentive. Ambiance was average, it was a great little Sushi restaurant & we definitely will be back!!! Try it, you won't be disappointed!

Excellent quality and very fairly priced Happy Hour sushi deals !! As usual the YELP reviewer community didn't steer us wrong. We found this sushi joint searching for high quality sushi deals and we drove over to check it out. The happy hour menu is a full page long and knocks a few bucks off most of their usual menu items apparently. We had some excellent tasting specialty rolls ($12) and some standard rolls ($6-7) and by the time we were done we were very happy and full for two of us for $60 or so. Great service, nice people and fairly priced sushi. Worth visiting for sure. We will return

Food: - Everything was excellent! Really high quality sushi. The fish was all melt in your mouth and the rolls were delicious. This is definitely a new go-to "casual" sushi place. - Lava roll was fire and so was the crispy bincho roll - The yellowtail appetizer was excellent - Unagi and ortoro nigiri were melt in your mouth - Happy hour isn't a huge "deal" but a few bucks off, I'll take it. The sake is buy one get one, which was a good deal Service: At first, they were attentive. They did seem to get quite a bit slower but the food was so good, I'm not even dinging it on the review. Ambience: They have a small inside but a large outside that has a roof and heaters.