Alteño

5.0

17 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Mar 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot
Good for special occasions

From the heart of Michelin-starred Chef/Owner Johnny Curiel comes Alteño. Curiel’s newest creation pays homage to his Jaliscan Highland roots and traditions, incorporating a mix of heritage flavors and rustic preparations that spotlight the cuisine and culture of the iconic Los Altos de Jalisco. The spirit of Johnny’s restaurateur father, the original Alteño, is felt in the very soul of the restaurant.

The campestre influence woven throughout Alteño is inspired by Johnny’s childhood spent in the mountainous region of Los Altos, known for its rolling hills, historic colonial architecture, and wild, untamed land. Chef Johnny and his partner and wife, Kasie, developed the beverage program balancing top-shelf, native Mexican flavors and agave spirits like raicilla and mezcal, with classic cocktails and a wine list that includes a selection of Mexican, European and American wines overseen by Alteño’s in-house sommelier.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of operation
Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 532-4999
Website
https://www.altenorestaurant.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chef Johnny Curiel

Location
249 Clayton St, Denver, CO 80206-4842
Neighborhood
Cherry Creek
Parking details
Valet

What 17 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

5Food
4.9Service
5Ambience
4.9Value

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Review summary

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Alteño delights with a "welcoming, pleasant atmosphere" and "top notch service." Renowned for its "outstanding" food and drinks, diners rave about unique flavors and dishes like the tuna crudo, Pan de Elote, and cornbread. With attentive staff and memorable ambiance, it's "incredible in every way" and a "new favorite."

17 Reviews

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Sandi VIP
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
So happy Alma opened another sister restaurant. Great food and drinks!
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Kaitlyn
Denver11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent. Beautiful, lively, warm, food was fantastic, value was great. Our server, Daniel, was exceptional for many reasons.
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Ryan VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ABSOLUTELY put this on your must visit list! Everything from the atmosphere, to the service (Fiona was AMAZING), to the food was wonderful! Make sure to try the cornbread! Can't wait to go back!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food delicious. Daniel, our server was great. Kind and accommodating about allergies knowledgeable about the food and wine list.
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Hershey VIP
Denver23 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing & so innovative;Kudos for being open just 5 days & being well oiled. Taken so well cared for by our most professional, Andy!
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LauraL VIP
Denver7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We shared 4 dishes, and each one was delicious. We will be going back
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Mickayla VIP
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dinner! The Pan de Elote and the Gringa Al Pastor were our two favorites although every dish and beverage we had was 10/10. The flavors are unlike anything we’ve ever had before!
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Mary VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First week of business and they nailed the service and food. A welcome addition to the Cherry Creek restaurant scene.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was one of the best meals we’ve ever experienced! Every single flavor was memorable, and the atmosphere felt so warm and welcoming yet special at the same time. The sauces that went on the oysters were really memorable, we absolutely loved the cornbread, and of course, the sweet potato was out of this world. We ordered all the tacos and will again. Can’t wait to come back!
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DeborahH
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, drinks and service were outstanding! Just such a welcoming, pleasant atmosphere. They make you feel important, and that there is nothing they wouldn't do to make your experience wonderful, and the experience definitely was wonderful!
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Alteño is rated 5 stars by 17 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 29, 2025

7:00 PM

249 Clayton St, Denver, CO 80206-4842

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cherry Creek
Hours of operation
Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Executive chef
Chef Johnny Curiel

Website
https://www.altenorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(303) 532-4999

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