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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 PM
Booked 89 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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
  • Neighborhood
    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 39 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

5.0
5 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

  • Denver / Colorado

    Best Ambiance

  • Denver / Colorado

    Best Value

  • Denver / Colorado

    Most Booked

  • Denver

    Best Overall

  • Denver

    Best Food

  • Denver

    Best Service

  • Denver

    Best Ambiance

  • 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.

39 Reviews

  1. Chris

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  2. Adam

    Denver

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  3. Hannah

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day 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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  4. Caleb

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 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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  5. Lydia

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impecable. The food was flavorful and cooked to perfection; everything was exciting and novel. The ambiance was warm, welcoming, and fun. We had an incredible time.

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  6. Andy

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the chef’s counter, was an overall amazing experience. Great value, great ambiance, better food.

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  7. Andrew

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food, reasonable price, great service, music was a little loud

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  8. William

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an absolute amazing experience from the minute we walked in to the end of our meal. The food was absolutely exquisite, and the service was spot on most importantly you could not beat the price especially when it came to eating at a Michelin star restaurant. highly recommend going here and I will be back.

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  9. Shelby

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved this place! Came on a date for an early Christmas celebration and have nothing bad to say! The food and service were top notch.

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  10. Jack

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I do not often walk away from a dinner without any critiques but this restaurant went beyond that and delivered one of the best dinners for the money I have had. Each element of each dish was on the plate for a reason and perfectly complemented all of the other elements. The dining space was gorgeous and cozy and the service we received made us feel like all our needs were met immediately without any intrusion into conversation or our meals. I will definitely be returning!

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FAQs

Alma Fonda Fina is rated 5 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alma Fonda Fina

2556 15th St, Denver, CO 80211

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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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