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Alma Fonda Fina, Denver, CO
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Alma Fonda Fina

$50 and over
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
Chef Curiel makes his solo restaurant debut with Alma Fonda Fina, a restaurant dedicated to sharing the integrity, tradition and culturally rich experiences that defined his culinary journey and create a transportive dining experience that embodies the beauty of Mexico. As Chef Curiel continues to push the boundaries of taste and tradition, he pays homage to his roots and uses food as a way to showcase his cultural pride.

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Executive chef: Chef Johnny Curiel

From the OpenTable editors: Chef Johnny Curiel grew up in Guadalajara, Mexico, and started washing dishes in his dad’s restaurant at age 14. Today, the Michelin Guide considers him the best young chef in Colorado and awarded one star to his first solo restaurant Alma Fonda Fina. In a light-filled corner space filled with warm ceramics and woven textiles, he puts out soulful and modern Mexican fare—think seared hamachi aguachile, lamb shank birria, and tacos folded with a 12-hour brisket confit.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Traditional Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 455-9463
  • Website
    http://www.almalohidenver.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    2556 15th St, Denver, CO 80211
  • Neighbourhood
    LoHi
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dining Room Reservation

    Multiple dates available
    Join us in our intimate dining room of only 28 seats. We invite guests to relax in a space accented by reclaimed wood, — sourced from the oldest building in Denver — clay-inspired wall treatment, an abundance of plants that evoke the feeling of Mexico City, and artisan finds from Johnny’s home state of Guadalajara.
    Dining Room Reservation photo

  • Chef's Counter

    Multiple dates available
    In lieu of a traditional bar, 8 seats line a fully immersive Chefs’ Counter where guests can connect with the kitchen and watch the team at work. The full menu is served at the Chefs' Counter.

Menu

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What 45 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Denver / Colorado

    Best Overall

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    Best Service

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    Best Ambience

  • Denver / Colorado

    Best Value

  • Denver / Colorado

    Most Booked

  • Denver

    Best Overall

  • Denver

    Best Food

  • Denver

    Best Service

  • Denver

    Best Ambience

  • Denver

    Best Value

  • Denver

    Innovative

  • Denver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alma Fonda Fina offers an extraordinary dining experience in Denver, with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "artfully presented" dishes and the "wonderful" ambiance. The chef's counter is a highlight, providing a personalized touch. Don't miss their renowned agua chile and avocado margarita. A "must try" restaurant.

46 Reviews

  1. Doreen

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Incredible experience. We dined at Limosneros in Mexico City last year and were hoping for something similar, Alma met all expectations and then some!

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  2. Janice

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time to Alma Fonda Fina, was a wonderful experience. We had several small plates and everything was incredible. Full of unique flavors and very exciting to the palate. Our server was very attentive and had made some great recommendations. The sourdough tortillas were spot on and more were offered complimentary. The sweet potato Camote Asado was our favorite ! We will definietly be back!

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  3. Qi

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Although food is interesting, the place is very smoky—our coats and sweater are now saturated with the smell. The ventilation system definitely needs improvement!

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  4. John

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals ever!!! Outstanding food. Great service and atmosphere!!

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  5. Sara

    VIP

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I’ve ever had! Everything we ate was wonderful. Service was great. Can’t wait to go back.

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  6. Garva

    VIP

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had, and I’ve been to a few. IMO you must get the sweet potato, sourdough tortillas (comes with the frijoles puerco), scallops, halibut, emmoladas, and birria. The tacos suadero was good, but nothing to write home about. I’d definitely visit again!

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  7. Chris

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved up to the hype in every way. Service was excellent, and it was really awesome that they are able to pull everything off in such a small space! The Camote Asado was the most delicious sweet potato I’ve ever eaten, and although I hate fennel, the whipped requeson I could eat all day every day with every meal. And somehow yet, every plate thereafter delivered just as well

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  8. Adam

    VIP

    Denver

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food !! Cocktails were awesome as well. Favorite cocktail was the Pineapple Sour followed closely by the Avocado Marg. The food was so good! I am a huge sweet potato fan so the Camote Asado was as amazing as advertised. The Suadero taco was so succulent and flavorful. The Chamorro Pibil capped off an amazing meal. Lived up to the hype

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  9. Hannah

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single dish we got was outstanding. Highly recommend the chorizo with sourdough tortillas, the pork shank and the scallops! Those were our favorites, but every single thing we got was incredible. Will be back!

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  10. Caleb

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic!! The food was perfect and the service was excellent.

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FAQs

Alma Fonda Fina is rated 4.9 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alma Fonda Fina

2556 15th St, Denver, CO 80211

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    LoHi
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Traditional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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