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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.

Tavernetta brings Authentic Italian, Genuine Hospitality to Denver’s Union Station neighborhood, inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy. Led by Executive Chef Cody Cheetham, the menu features fresh handmade pastas and beloved signatures like Burrata with Pesto Trapanese, Rigatoni with Lamb Ragu, and classic Tiramisu.The Italian-focused wine list and thoughtful spirits program reflect the restaurant’s deep commitment to regional traditions. Tavernetta has been recognized by the Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand), the James Beard Foundation, the World’s 50 Best Discovery List, and Wine Spectator.The dining room blends sleek, minimalist design with vintage Slim Aarons portraits and warm handcrafted details, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy the lively train-platform patio just steps from Union Station.Tavernetta offers a transportive Italian experience rooted in comfort, craft, and genuine hospitality.

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.

Chef Jennifer Jasinski's creatively inspired food is influenced by local seasonal products. Rioja is simple, pure food that emphasizes bright flavors and textures. The wines are a collection of fun interesting varietals that complement the cuisine.

Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East. Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective. Please join us for Happy Hour 7 nights a week from 4-5pm.

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.

Ash’Kara explores the continuous evolution of Mediterranean cuisine, with ingredients and flavors from Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Lunch 11:00am-2:00pm Daily, Happy Hour Menus available 3:00pm-5:00pm,Dinner Menu available 5:00pm, nightly

KUMOYA, is a Japanese Kitchen and Sushi Restaurant, the passion project of renowned sushi chef Corey Baker in collaboration with Max Mackissock, located in the heart of LoHi. We specialize in traditional sushi and innovative izakaya-style dishes with a modern Japanese twist. Our kappo-style dining concept allows guests to curate their own culinary adventure. Chefs Corey Baker and Max Mackissock draw inspiration from Kaiseki cuisine, celebrating the seasons and micro-seasons inherent in sushi and Japanese cooking, resulting in a dynamic, ever-evolving menu.AT KUMOYA, we prioritize technique, vibrant hospitality, and the use of exceptional ingredients—from the Japanese fish markets of Toyosu and Fukuoka to the finest Japanese and Colorado produce. Join us at Kumoya, where each dish tells a story, and every meal is a journey.

A great restaurant meal can be an act of storytelling and transportation. Sliding onto a stool at a bar, being met with a classy and silky martini punctuated with a briny olive, is there to prepare you for a plate of finely-shucked oysters that were bobbing in the Atlantic 36 hours ago. In this moment the noise and cacophony can melt away, your phone finds its way back into your pocket, and we find communion with those of us on our left and right.We place a premium on doing the work to find producers, growers, and ranchers that have values that align with our own. It’s our desire to bring food to your table that speaks to its sense of place and time, and to be able to bring the connection to those producers to a higher level of consciousness.

Osteria Alberico is a neighborhood Italian haven in Englewood, Colorado, inspired by Italy’s beloved osterias and the signature hospitality of Frasca Hospitality Group. Led by Chef Russell Stippich, the restaurant celebrates Italy’s culinary traditions through Napoletana-style pizza, hand-made pastas, and rotating wood-fired proteins.A comprehensive beverage program features Italian wines from benchmark producers, classic cocktails, and a thoughtful selection of Italian spirits and amaro.The inviting space captures the warmth and charm of Italy’s neighborhood dining rooms, complemented by a spacious, covered, heated pergola for seasonal outdoor dining. Equally suited for a casual Tuesday family dinner or a dressed-up night out, Osteria Alberico offers a welcoming experience for every occasion. We look forward to hosting you soon.

Xiquita is a highly anticipated restaurant that brings the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Mexico City to the Mile High City. Inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of Mexico, Xiquita offers a unique dining experience that celebrates the country's indigenous ingredients and cooking techniques. Led by Chef Erasmo Casiano, the restaurant's name, Xiquita, is a playful twist on "chiquita," a term of endearment for Casiano's mother, and a nod to the indigenous languages of Mexico.At Xiquita, diners can expect to find dishes that are both authentic and innovative. The menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes, such as tamales and tortillas, made with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy unique creations like the Infladita de Carne Apache, a play on steak tartare, and the Tikin Xic, a Yucatan dish featuring fish grilled over charcoal in a banana leaf.Join us for a dining experience you won't soon forget!

BRUTØ is an 18-seat tasting menu restaurant focused on fermentation, preservation, and regenerative sourcing. Through technical process and research-driven cooking, the brutalist menu explores the intersection of sustainability and global food pathways - highlighting ingredients at their peak through thoughtful extraction, transformation, and full utilization.BRUTØ is located in the Downtown Denver Free Market. We have our own entrance off of 18th street, however you are welcome to enter through Free Market’s main entrance. We are open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM and Friday, Saturday from 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

On a mission to share the beauty of Mexican culture through food, Chef Johnny Curiel opens Cozobi Fonda Fina as an encore to his beloved LoHi restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina. Named after Cozobi, the Zapotec god of corn, Cozobi Fonda Fina is rooted in Mexico’s centuries-old corn nixtamalization traditions and wood-fire cooking techniques that define its rich food history.

Located steps from Pearl Street Mall, Frasca Food and Wine is a Michelin-Starred, James Beard Award–Winning restaurant celebrating the cuisine and hospitality of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. Founded by Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey and Chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson, and led by Chef Ian Palazzola, Frasca brings refined Italian dining to downtown Boulder.Enjoy signature dishes like the beloved Frico Caldo, the immersive Chef’s Table, or the Friulano Tasting Menu, paired with wines from an award-winning list spanning Friuli’s native grapes to world-renowned cult labels.With elegant interiors, warm service, and a legacy of excellence—including a Michelin One Star and the 2025 James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant—Frasca offers one of Colorado’s most exceptional dining experiences. Perfect for special occasions, fine wine dinners, or romantic evenings in Boulder.Gift cards available at frascafoodandwine.com.

Discover a warm, welcoming taste of Southern Italy on the East end of Pearl Street in downtown Boulder. Our cozy neighborhood pizzeria celebrates authentic Italian dining with a focus on Napoletana-style pizza, fired to perfection in our wood-burning oven. From classic Margherita and Marinara pies to hyper-seasonal specialties featuring Colorado farms, each pizza is hand-stretched, naturally fermented, and blistered for that signature airy crust and delicate char.Round out your meal with fresh salads, savory salumi boards, and creamy artisanal gelato — all rooted in tradition and peak-season ingredients.Join us for daily aperitivo on our dog-friendly patio, where spritzes and Italian wines set the tone for joyful, relaxed dining. Perfect for a casual bite, family dinner, or a night with friends — experience a true slice of Italy, right here in Boulder.

At Four, the rugged peaks of Colorado meet the sun-soaked deserts of the Southwest: regional cooking through the four seasons. Founded by chef-owner Brother Luck and led in the kitchen by Executive Chef Ashley Brown, the menu changes each season to follow what the Four Corners region grows, raises, and forages — from wild game and river fish to farm harvests and foraged finds. Choose a rotating four-course tasting or order à la carte, with craft cocktails, local beer, and a curated wine list. The room is casual and elegant; the cooking is serious. Chef-owner Brother Luck is a James Beard Semifinalist for Best Chef: Mountain, a Top Chef and Beat Bobby Flay alum, and author of No Lucks Given.We offer happy hour Tuesday - Sunday from 3pm-6pm, with discounted drinks and bar appetizers. Dinner service begins at 5pm Tuesday - Sunday.Vegan 4-course Menu Offered in addition to regular menu