Kumoya Denver

Opening in October 2023, Kumoya instantly drew attention for bringing a refined Japanese dining concept to the Highlands neighborhood. Inside, you’ll find design details that nod to Japanese aesthetics — think shoji-screen touches, moody lighting, natural textures.

koo-moh-yuh / kuːˈmoʊ.jə /

koo-moh-yuh / kuːˈmoʊ.jə /

The restaurant is the passion project of chef Corey Baker and culinary partner Max Mackissock. Their vision: a Japanese kitchen and sushi restaurant that marries traditional sushi technique with izakaya-style dishes and a dynamic, rotating menu hammered by seasonal ingredients.

Kumoya operates with a menu that emphasizes both seasonal sourcing and precision. Chef Baker and his team source fish daily from top Japanese fish markets such as Toyosu and Fukuoka, and often work with Colorado produce to ensure freshness and regional flair.