Mezcaleria Alma

5.0

139 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 44 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.

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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 139 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 in Denver offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "top-notch service." The chef's counter is highly recommended for an "immersive experience," while standout dishes include the "oxtail taco" and "toro tostada." The lively atmosphere, "creative cocktails," and attentive staff make visits memorable and worth repeating.

139 Reviews

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Marci VIP
Denver22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service with outstanding food. Can’t wait to return.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the best food I’ve ever had. Atmosphere is super charming and the service (most of which comes from the chefs) is friendly and attentive. The space is intimate and really beautifully decorated, and the whole experience was one of our better nights out in the four years we’ve lived in the area.
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Kristi VIP
Denver19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the chef table with chef Alyssa - most amazing experience. She was so patient with us and explained each cocktail and highlighted the best and most popular food items. She listened to us and pointed us to the right amount of food and outstanding dishes. Highly recommend sitting at the chef counter for a full food immersive experience.
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Brynn VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience. The hostess was so kind, as was our server. The food was delicious! Drinks were great. Zero complaints!
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Jesse VIP
Denver25 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Back again. Planning ache as a must! Authentic and what a good restaurant should be!
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Deborah
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time to Mezcaleria Alma and it won't be the last. We waited 2 months for a reservation and it was well worth the wait. The food and drinks were meticulously prepared with vibrant flavors. We had the Burrata, Ceviche, and Oxtail. Highly recommend each one. Burrata was the best I've eaten anywhere!!! Don't miss trying the Beet Spritz.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Andy took very good care of us. This restaurant was amazing. Can’t wait to try out Alteño!
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Leah
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience here. One of my favorite meals. Food was excellent and the vibe was fun and lively. Sitting at the counter and interacting was 10/10
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Mark
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, cocktails, service and ambience all get the highest marks. Had a fantastic date night—will absolutely be back!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the top meals in Denver. The sea urchin aguachile was one of the best bites I’ve had in a while.
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Mezcaleria Alma is rated 5 stars by 139 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

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 44 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

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Experiences

Chef's Counter

Dining Room Reservation

Menu

What 139 people are saying

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