Mezcaleria Alma

5.0

25 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 81 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Hot spot

Chef Johnny Curiel debuts Mezcaleria Alma in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, bringing the dynamic spirit of Mexico City to life with CDMX-inspired small plates and an expansive Mexican spirits menu. Located beside Curiel’s first solo restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma marks the natural next chapter in Curiel’s culinary journey to share the beauty of Mexico through food. Each dish and drink draws from Curiel’s experiences in one of the world’s most renowned culinary capitals—a city where culture and tradition merge with global inspiration and constant innovation.

While Alma Fonda Fina is a love letter to the home-cooked traditions of Chef Curiel’s childhood—the comfort food found at traditional fondas across Mexico—Mezcaleria Alma embodies the unbridled innovation that defines CDMX.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(303) 484-1471
Website
http://mezcaleriaalma.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Johnny Curiel

Location
2550 15th St, Denver, CO 80211-3902
Neighborhood
LoHi
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Counter
Multiple dates available
True to the spirit of Alma and Cozobi Fonda Fina, the ten-seat chef’s counter at Mezcaleria Alma offers an intimate dining experience where guests connect and engage with the chefs and bar team.
Dining Room Reservation
Multiple dates available
In keeping with the spirit of a traditional mezcaleria found in Mexico City, the elongated, plush banquette anchors each table inviting guests to sink in and relax. Every corner of the dining room reveals treasures from Johnny’s travels, paired with captivating art like intricate Mexican embroidery that sparks conversation. At the heart of the space is a captivating mural on traditional bark paper by local Latinx artist Maria Morante, a powerful homage to Mexican folk art.

What 25 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

5Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mezcaleria Alma is a vibrant gem in Denver's culinary scene, offering "amazing amazing" dishes with bold, flavorful profiles. Guests rave about the "incredible" oxtail taco and attentive service at the chef's counter. The lively yet intimate ambiance makes it a "MUST" visit, promising delightful experiences and tantalizing tastes.

25 Reviews

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Abi
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is outstanding. Service was impeccable. I already want to go back!
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Samantha
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly amazing dining - the cocktails, food, service, and ambiance are all top notch and make for an amazing date night!
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Macy
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible and our server was extremely diligent. Highly recommend the chef’s table.
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Keith
Indiana
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So good. The aged fish is so tender and delicious. Oxtail taco one of the best. So fun.
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Nicole
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow, this was truly one of the best meals I've had in a while. Every bite was incredible, the drinks perfectly balanced, and our server was incredible with providing recommendations and making sure we picked enough food for our group. The toro tostada and beef cheeks both came highly recommended by our server and were both absolute standouts! The drinks were great too. I got the Corn Sour which was well balanced and a unique combination. Highly recommend and will be back!
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jann
New Mexico
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
sitting at the "chef's table" (bar top) was a wonderful experience. Chatting with our personal chef who described exactly what the ingredients were in each item we order was a great thing, especially as we do have a few dietary restrictions. I would highly recommend going for the food and wine. The food is not "heavy" and your tastebuds will thank you. Plan on going back many times.
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Jennie
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another hit from Johnny Curiel and team! Every bite is delicious!
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Deanna
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another Alma hit! This place was so special and Owen at the chefs counter made the visit lots of fun. All of these dishes have such a unique profile and they’re all absolutely amazing. It felt like I was transported to CDMX as soon as I walked in. Will be back for more !
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Anna
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely. My husband said it was a good thing we had to drive 20 minutes because this would be such a temptation if it was down the street. Had a toro tostada that was delicious and huitlacoche burrata that was my favorite. The corn cocktail tasted a bit like a pisco sour. It was really nice. Great service. Nice for date night.
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Ross
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was insanely good and flavorful. Super fun experience sitting at the chefs counter. The drinks were delicious as well.
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FAQs

Mezcaleria Alma is rated 5 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 81 times today

Experiences are available.

2550 15th St, Denver, CO 80211-3902

Additional information

Neighborhood
LoHi
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Johnny Curiel
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://mezcaleriaalma.com/
Phone number
(303) 484-1471

Mezcaleria Alma

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Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Counter

Dining Room Reservation

Menu

What 25 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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