I swung by for a knife sharpening course and I learned a ton! I already had some experience with sharpening on stones but this really helped me dial in my skills.The owner, Craig, is the man! He is very knowledgeable and helpful. He recommended me the Takamura R2 Gyuto and I have been LOVING IT.This knife is the sharpest knife I have ever handled, its beautiful and Craig put a nice microbevel on it, at my request.I absolutely love this shop. Thanks guys, Ill be back for more knives!!

I stopped by this beautiful shop during a weekend trip to Denver and I cannot stress how cool of a place this is. The sheer amount of beautiful knives from incredible Japanese makers alone can have one with the smallest of interest in Japanese knives feeling like a kid in a candy store. Craig was an excellent host and patiently humored all of my questions/requests. From personal relationships with the makers to local partnerships for other food/restaurant gear, this little shop has quite the recipe for an amazing local shop. I planned on just quickly dropping off a few of my knives for their whetstone sharpening service. I didnt plan on adding another knife to my collection, but I just had to. The place was too cool, the staff too kind, and my self control too thin. I havent decided whether I moreso envy people who live close enough to enjoy this place often or fear the consequences it would have on my wallet if I did. All in all, go here. Just do it.

Had been dreaming of shopping here for years after following their Instagram account. Finally got the chance. Dropped too much money on beautiful knives 😂. They helped me so much and were so friendly to talk with. The store is sleek and clean. Their selection of knives is so unique, yet diverse. I don’t think you could easily find a place in Japan that has such a collection from famous knife makers like here. You guys are awesome.

These guys are super knowledgeable and helpful and even have some top notch local items. We’ll be back!

Took my grandfather’s deba to get cleaned up [mostly wanted red rust removed for preservation] they were very respectful and did a great job always keeping me informed and making sure they did exactly what I wanted. They have an extensive knife collection and a knowledgeable staff.

I have developed a small addiction to Japanese knives, and its dangerous to be living in Denver and so close to the Carbon Knife Co. If you live in Colorado its worth a trip into their shop. The staff is super knowledeable and passionate about the knives, and its easy to spend hours in the store just trying knives and chatting. Its a must visit place if you want high-end knives. There is a reason why almost every review is 5 stars. Do yourself a favor and drop by!

I live on the East coast and luckily found this place online. I have been corresponding with Craig over multiple emails with a particular petty Im interested in. Always quick to respond and is a wealth of knowledge. He has gone above and beyond in customer service - I will definitely fulfilling my future needs with this business. Hoping I can visit one day in person!

Wow, thank you, Carbon Knife Co! I got my spouse a gift certificate to Carbon (love that they have gift certificates) but he wasnt sure what to purchase online. I called the store for guidance and they were so friendly and patient. They texted me a bunch of helpful info and recommendations. The knives we ended up getting are gorgeous and work incredibly well. Ill definitely be going here / shopping online here for any future high-quality knife needs

The guys there were awesome about helping me figure out what I needed, and letting me feel out a lot of different knives to decide on one. Great prices, and a decent selection of other cookware to browse through.

After a lot of researching i was about to order some knives online but decided i wanted to hold them and see some on person, so we stopped into carbon knife co. and i’m so glad we did! the selection was vast and beautiful and holding each knife in your hand is very necessary. james answered all of our many many questions, took his time showing us a variety of knives in each style we wanted, and explained the differences in detail. i intended to only browse but ended up leaving with 4 knives that are a dream in the kitchen. lastly the prices are very reasonable compared to the brands you’ll see en masse online, i felt like i was getting a deal. i will be back to browse the other kitchen items they have and hopefully attend a knife sharpening class. highly recommend...get your knives here!

This place is awesome!! If you enjoy cooking at all, there’s something here for you. I came in looking specifically for a carbon steel knife but I don’t know much about them. The owner walked me through all the things to look for, showed me several options at different price points, and walked me through care and maintenance. I was also able to find a really good microplane.I’d say this place is worth checking out even if you don’t need anything specific.I really appreciated that they had so many options in the cheaper range of knives. Normally specialty shops are kinda snotty and push you into expensive stuff but this wasn’t my experience here.

Every time I bring my knives here to get sharpened I end up falling in love with a new one. Plus all their non-knife items are greatly priced and well made. Best kitchen store in Denver

Great selection, good customer service, and the knife sharpening is excellent. My 8” gyuto is sharper than the day I bought it, and it was done the proper way on whetstone.

Fantastic selection, knowledgeable team, and overall great experience! I cannot wait to use my new Japanese knife!

This place and the people who run it are badass!

Dreamy knife and kitchen supplies. My sister had her knives sharpened here and loved their service and rates. My brother drooled over the knives. Nice people here too

I didnt want to order a honing stone from overseas and deal with waiting, and any technical difficulties that could arise, so I googled Denver Honing Stone, and this wonderful place showed up as the first result. They sell 12000 grit honing stones, along with Opinels and Higonokami knives, which I wasnt expecting. Whether youre a professional chef, or someone looking to hone their straight razor, or someone just interested in excellent Japanese cutlery (although the Opinels are French), then this is a place you have to check out. Im very pleased that Ive discovered this place, and will return with any of my cutlery needs. Oh! And the first sharpening of the knives you buy from them is free.

Locally owned premium japanese knives

Great selection in amazing knives. Highest quality kitchen equipment. Awesome cookbooks (I got a Sean brock book). And the employees and owner are very friendly and knowledgeable.

Outstanding service great place for a high quality knifes i will be going back here for all of my knife purchases

Very nice, I found a Takeda here Ive been looking for. Quick and easy online shopping experience. If Im ever in Denver I must visit in person, the selection in the pics looks wicked.

The knowledge, care, and time this local shop puts into their craft in unmatched.The collections they carry are beyond beautiful as well as them being able to offer the detailed information/care needs/sharpening of the knives makes this a one stop shop of knife goodness and all cooking needs. Quality 10000%

Just fantastic. Wonderful owners and a great selection of knives and accessories, as well as other high-quality cooking tools, cocktail supplies, and cookbooks. They also offer knife sharpening and repair for western and Japanese knifes and great sharpening classes from time to time. You won’t leave empty handed!

Staff is helpful and kind regardless of your knowledge.

I felt like a kid in a fully stocked candy store on my first visit. What a fantastic selection they have. They kept showing me one stunning knife after another with full explanations of each on. I felt very lucky to get a Anryu and a Yu Kurosaki. I could not find them anywhere else.

If you like being ignored and them helping customers who came in after you, this is your place.

High quality kitchen supply tools — from very reasonably priced items to the very top end. Some knives are art and some you can use every day and they will last a lifetime. Every item in the store is carefully picked. The selection is always different when I go in. You won’t be disappointed with anything you get here. Highly recommend. Could spend an hour in here.

Craig and Tina always take care of me, and my tools I use as a chef. They know my name and what kind of knife I use. They always welcome me in, and ask how everything is going. And they have some awesome cooking tools that you can’t find anywhere else. If your looking for tools that chefs use or high carbon Japanese knifes go here you won’t regret it.

Very good service, fast delivery! Thank you!

The best experience Ive ever had when shopping for kitchen equipment! I went in to buy 2 knives and spent about 20 minutes trying out different handles, styles, everything. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and all used to be chefs! Ended up buying a nakiri and petty knife that I cant wait to use. On top of that, although the selection for other kitchen items is limited, you dont need much when everything is top quality. Literally most of the items I have already bought elsewhere (bowls, thermometers, whisks) or want to buy. Amazing experience, cant wait to shop here again!

Brought in all my knives awhile back and they came back quickly and better then new! Can’t recommend them highly enough. When you go, just grab everything you have. You’ll be happy you did.

Tina is always so welcoming and friendly every single time ive been in. Their prices are very reasonable and they have a great selection. They are both incredibly helpful and knowledgable about their products. 10/10!

Great shop with a lot of nice knives and cooking equipment. Very clean and professional experience.

Awesome store. Very knowledgeable on their craft. Great choice of whetstones and prices better than anywhere. I plan on returning very soon. A true chefs store if you love sharp things.

I visited Carbon Knife Co to get my kitchen knives sharped and ask about some potential new knives. Let alone did they return my knives sharp as can be within hours the level of customer service provided was fantastic. I felt absolutely no pressure and that Craig and Tina were there simply to educate people about their passion. I purchased 2 new knives from them and couldnt be happier.Anyone needing their knives sharpened or want truly great quality knives dont go anywhere but Carbon Knife Co, you have a customer for life.

I love every part of this store. From the vast selection, and the awesome owners. I brought my knives in today to get sharpened, and they noticed a slight bend on one of the blades. Came to pick them up, a few hours later and they are all like brand new. Thank you for all that you do

The folks that work here are top notch - friendly, kind, and knowledgeable of their wares. I accidentally dinged up a beautiful knife I purchased from them and they fixed it right up, free of charge even though it was my fault. If you’re looking for great kitchen knives and other fancy kitchen devices, skip Williams Sonoma and go here. Better prices, better variety, and better quality knives.

This place is as wonderful as everyone says it is. I went in to get a knife for my husband (chef). The space itself is absolutely beautiful- clean and classy and filled with anything a chef could want. They have a great selection of cookbooks (Central! Boragó!), pasta accessories, and of course, many exquisite Japanese knives from many incredible knife makers. It looks like the kind of place where theyd be very snotty to you, but it was exactly the opposite! I called on Dec. 23rd to ask if they were perhaps open in the 24th (probably not) but a lovely woman told me that Yes, they were open from 10-2! I had planned to purchase a knife for about $150-200 for my husband but immediately felt insecure as I overhear the guy in front of me deciding between two knives valued at over $1000. I thought that the sales person would feel they were wasting their time with me, who knew nothing and had a small budget. I told the woman I would just like to purchase a gift card. She was SO INCREDIBLY nice and helpful and efficient (with about 5 other people in the store). I (quietly) asked if $200 was enough to get a nice knife and she warmly reassured me that it was a very generous amount and that they have many wonderful knives in that price range. She then offered to give me and empty knife box to place the gift card in so it would be easier to wrap. A very thoughtful touch. I returned a few days later with my husband to purchase a knife - again the same woman (Tina, according to Google) took care of my husband - patiently explaining the various knife makers and their approaches, and educating him about the many choices, answering questions in the warmest, least snooty manner. We ended up getting 2 knives, some scissors and a French can opener, spending more than the card because it was such an enjoyable experience. Such a pleasure to support this business!

Unique high quality items at reasonable prices. Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Largest selection of high quality knives Ive ever seen, interesting books, quality cutting boards and utensils. Beautiful, simple layout. Highly recommend

Its always a pleasure stopping in carbon. great customer service, huge selection of knives that are works of art and a fantastic sharpening service. Plus they always look out for service industry.

Beautiful store. Super friendly and helpful staff. Not pushy. Welcoming environment. biggest selection of Knives Ive ever seen in person. Knowledgeable sales staff. Looking forward to years of doing business with them. Definitely fills a hole in the Denver retail market. Glad theyre here. One oddity is that I didnt see any big knife brands, I guess they are well represented at housewife shops.

Amazing job sharpening my knife. Plus it was free for the first one. Best place in Denver for quality knives and sharpening.

If your a Chef like me or just crazy about sharp things you wont find a better place to shop for High-End chefs knives and more. I purchased a hand made knife forged by a man who is a 30th generation knife/sword maker. His family is famous for making Samurai swords.

This place is awesome! I took my knives in to be sharpened, and the staff was wonderfully helpful and knowledgeable about their trade. When I got my knives back, they were razor sharp! I will definitely be returning to Carbon Knives the next time I need something sharpened or if I am in the market for some new cutlery.

The staff were very knowledgeable! And very patient with me who knew so little about Japanese knives. A beautiful store and a lovely experience☺️

Very knowledgeable staff. knew my price range and gave me about six very good options for a quality knife and helped me pick the right one for me! great place will be back for sure!

This place is a chef/cooks wonderland. Carbon has a wide selection of great quality manufactured and handcrafted knives and tools, sold by the friendliest two people Ive ever purchased anything from. Not to mention, they always recognize my girlfriend and I. Bottom line, if you like high quality, beautiful kitchen tools, aprons or books sold by a friendly, local small business that cares about what they sell, this is the place to go.

Bought a gorgeous knife and had a lovely experience. Looking forward to getting more knives there!

Such an impressive store, the owner/staff are knowledgeable and eager to help you no matter how much or how little you already know, and the selection is impressive

THE place for a new knife, to maintain your old knives or to shop for interesting kitchen gadgets. SUPERB customer service.

Best place first purchase I have ever made, would highly recommend for those who are buying knifes for the first time

Came in today for the first time and had a great experience. Very friendly and not pushy at all. Will definitely be a repeat customer.

This store is awesome! Geared a bit more towards the cooking industry but really reasonably priced. They have a excellent selection of not only knives but also other cooking toys geared towards chiefs. Friendly really knowledgeable staff. I will be going back.

Having this store in the Denver area is a godsend for those who work in kitchens and even those who don’t. Great selections from books, pasta machines, aprons and of course knives. Pay them a visit even if you’re unsure what you’re looking for.

The most diverse, professional and quality selection of knives youll find. And the owners are amazingly knowledgeable and helpful. And a great selection of other kitchen supplies too. Go here before you go to Williams-Sonoma!

I got my knife sharpened here today, and they did a great job! The service was convenient too. You just drop off your knife and wait for them to text you when theyre done. Seems like this spot will be much loved by those who work or spend a lot of time in kitchens.

Very awesome place the people their were very helpful in showing the selection of stone sharpening I should be using for my knives. As well as they showed me other knives I was looking for later down the road I will go back in to buy. And the guy mentioned how much it would be and take to sharpen a knive I mainly use for my one job so I will be coming back Monday to drop it off. But awesome selection very helpful I would recommend any chef to come and give this place a very good look and also ask questions if needed. I bought a stone and several other items.Tyvm for the help and definitely will becoming back

Craig and Tina were both very inviting and helpful! Their selection of kitchen specialties and knives were impressive....I was there specifically for wet sharpening stones, they had exactly what I was looking for. One of the best investment/purchases I have made. I thank you and all of my cutting equipment thanks you!!!

Great quality. Excellent book selection. Exceptionally friendly staff.

Customer service second to none, great selection! I will be using Carbon for all of my future needs!

Happened upon Carbon this afternoon and I came out with the perfect chefs knife! Highly recommend the place and the staff.

Loved the whole experience of buying my Moritaka 240mm Gyuto!!!! Not only was it 40 dollars cheaper than anything I could find online, the help that I received was unbeatable! Craig, personally, took the time to message me back about any and all questions I had and made sure that I was completely happy with my purchase before placing my order. Very professional people and a quality product that you just, simply, cant find everywhere! I am a first time customer and will be a lifelong customer from here on out! If I could give this place more stars I would have. More businesses should take notes from them! An amazing experience through and through! Great job Carbon Knife Company! Thanks for everything. Cheers!

Really cool store, huge selection of knives as well as other quality kitchen wares (including barware)! Knowledgeable and friendly staff. I bought a knife that was on display so they sharpened it for me in the back.

The owners were so friendly and welcoming as soon as we walked in. Were very new to the knife world and this was our first big purchase. Were not in the industry, we just really like food. Craig spent about half an hour going through our options with us - he was very attentive to our budget and needs. He was so excited to show us a custom handle Gyuto that we ended up falling in love with. Tina was also so helpful with picking out a cookbook and cutting board. These two are extremely knowledgable in their field and couldnt have been more welcoming. We will most definitely be back!!!

If you are an industry professional Carbon Knife Co. is hands down Denvers best resource for high quality and affordability. I recommend them to any Chef, sous, line cook, commis, and any home cooks looking to up their game.As a Chef, Carbon Knife Co is my number one resource when I have questions regarding sharpening, honing, steel grade... ect. They know their stuff.

We are lucky to have a place like this.My ONE critique is the wine key selection. Amazingly curated selections everywhere else in the store: perfect spatula, perfect tongs, perfect knives... but the wine key are terrible. I think there were two kinds, both would be dismissed by serious wine folks. Get some laguiole in there and it is literally the perfect store.Thanks for the shopping adventure. Im so happy my homie brought us here.

Okay first off, I just accidentally deleted my tab and lost my first review so here goes again.. thats how much I loved this place.I am from Chicago and I was on a road trip to California. On the way, we stopped in Denver and I knew I had to come to this shop. A friend recommended it to me and wow I was impressed. Tina is a passionate, patient, and knowledgable person. After about an hour of her and I geeking out about knives, she started to show me some her favorites. We must have went through 20 - 25 knives and talked about what we liked and didnt like. After we narrowed it down to one knife, that I absolutely loved, I thought we were all done ready to go... but there is MORE. Tina brought out two more knifes of the same exact model to also try out.. She told me some of these knifes have subtle difference so she wanted to make sure I was 100% positive about this SPECIFIC knife. I am glad she did, because I have been using my knife for a few weeks and couldnt be happier. She gave me a ton of space and let me practice cutting with each knife on a board. This place has so much more than just knives, amazing kitchenware, cooking books, magazines, sharpening stones etc. They literally have all my favorite cookware there.. as soon as I walked in, I knew I wasnt leaving for a while ha.I would HIGHLY recommend anyone looking to have more fun cutting in the kitchen to stop by. They have a wide variety of knives of all prices.I will definitely be coming back here. I will be seeing you guys soon! Thanks Tina!

Im a customer from Canada, I bought a Shapton Glass stone from CarbonKinefeCo and also have had several interactions with the owner asking questions about knives and stones and the customer service has been outstanding. Their selection is very good and their pricing is fair. I highly recommend them.

Rare finds like a micro planes and rare knives. Common needs like sheet pans. All at affordable prices. Its our first stop for kitchen needs.

I ordered online, very simple check out and fast shipping. I had emailed Craig about a certain sharpening stone and he was knowledgeable and helpful in helping me get the proper sharpening stones for my intended use.

Awesome knife store, sure to visit everytime Im in Denver

This is a great place to but a high quality knife! We recently purchased 2 knives and the staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

This is a great place with a good selection of professional quality knives and other kitchen supplies. The staff is very knowledgeable.

Amazing product and customer service !Highly recommended if you needa sharp Japanese knife !

Beautiful store with quality items and thoughtful owners.

Wether you are an industry professional or a home cook, Carbon Knife has something for you. Exceptionally knowledgeable owners and good prices.

This place is just the best 🙏🙏

This is not Wal-Mart fyi they only yve the best hand crafted knives. They are very kind and know an extreme amount about the knives they sell. Its worth going in and exploring but dont forget they dont sell junk its all top shelf.

They always have the best selection and are so knowledgeable with a friendly atmosphere

Was recommended to go here if I needed knife sharpening from the current Chef of Red Square Euro Bistro (Chef Garron.... simply awesome). Walked in, was greeted with positivity, and much help. Any questions I asked they were promt with, was answered with full force. The price for industry people was phenomenal, I can’t stress that enough. Everything seems to be in a absolute reasonable price range for not just the at home cook, yet also directed towards the average ‘joe’ who uses these tools for the profession.My knives are sharp and I’m happy! Thank you Carbon.

Great, Friendly, and knowledgeable owner/staff. I can buy knives and other tools at plenty of places, but carbon knife co. is the one that you get really excited to go back to.

Wonderfully friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and passionate about what they do. Its a lovely shop to be in because of the people and all the exquisite things.

If you love the art of cooking...this place has gadgets and knives like art!

A treasure trove of beautiful goods to peruse and try out at home or in a professional setting.

Wonderful people.very friendly.sharpened my knives in a timely matter.and had a great selection of baking supplies as well

I am an overseas customer that has bought a knife from Carbon Knife Co, and I couldnt be happier with the service and the knife! Craig provided me with all the advice I needed and the knife arrived quickly and in excellent condition!

Beautiful knives, excellent customer service, speedy delivery.

Wonderful. I am thrilled with my purchase and very impressed with the customer service.

Good service and honest staff trying to help out there customers

I visited this establishment over a year ago and neglected to review it. However, both the quality of service from the owners and the selection of items in the store were exceptional so I am compelled to do this write up.Because I reserve love for humans, I will say that if this store were human, I would love it. I happened upon it because I needed to have my cheap Target/TJ Maxx/Walmart knives sharpened. When I picked them up, man, they were, um, razor sharp. I forgot the owners name, but he talked extensively to me about sharpening vs. honing, how to keep my knives honed at home, ceramic vs. metal honers, etc. (I actually already knew all this stuff, but played dumb to see if he knew it and he did!)Another time I called their store for (insert reason I have forgotten). I got no answer during business hours so I hung up and called back. Still no answer, but a weird soundy sound. The owner texted me: Sorry, were having phone issues today. What can I help you with? WHAT? A company that actually knows what it means to provide excellent customer service? Yall will have my business for life, yo.I will take my knives back today to have them sharpened again. Is it wrong/bad/weird that Im kinda stoked about it? No? Okay cool. Five starts well earned.

This is by far one of the best places Ive been to. They have most of what a chef could need. The knives are amazing quality and reasonably priced, and so are their sharpening stones. The only thing that I wished they had was the Shapton #1000 and #5000, but that isnt their fault due to company things going on with Shapton. However, they did have the Mizuyama #1000/#6000 combination stone which is what I purchased, along with Nagura and a few other things. Recommend this place over any other for stones and knives. 10/10 will keep coming to this store.

Phenomenal selection, curation and staff. Would absolutely recommend this shop, don’t miss it!

When to get my knife repaired after breaking off the tip. Quick service, cheap and friendly staff.

Great service and great products

A great store for any cook. The knife selection is limited to eastern style knives.

An amazing shop with a wonderfully curated selection of knives and kitchen equipment. And its hard to overstate how welcome the sharpening service is - an absolute necessary for anyone in Denver who cares about their knives.

Great selection. Would recommend

This is an amazing knife store.

Excellent service!

Amazing selection!