Makoto Vail

Located within the Grand Hyatt Vail, Makoto Vail is a 110-seat modern Japanese restaurant helmed by world-renowned Chef Makoto Okuwa, marking his first Colorado venture. This sleek and intimate dining space blends Japanese precision with Rocky Mountain ambiance, featuring natural wood, dark metal, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame breathtaking mountain views. Makoto Vail’s expertly curated menu showcases exquisite sushi, sashimi, and robata-grilled specialties, offering signature dishes like Truffle Salmon, Wagyu steaks, sushi platters, Toro Tartare, and Miso-Marinated Sablefish. The beverage program, developed by sommelier and sake ambassador Eduardo Dingler, features an extensive selection of Japanese whiskies, rare sakes, and craft cocktails like the Yuki Mule and Suntory highball variations. Whether indulging in a flaming chocolate dessert experience or savoring a curated omakase-style meal, Makoto Vail delivers an unparalleled fusion of tradition and innovation, making it a must-visit culinary destination in the Rockies.