dinner @ Alteño

Owners of Michelin-Starred Alma Fonda Fina open this fourth restaurant: "Slightly moody with statement lighting and a vibe-y ambience, Chef Johnny Curiel's vibrant spot taps into his roots in the Jalisco Highlands of Mexico...The menu moves from bright seafood and raw plates into soulful appetizers, tacos and larger-format entrees meant for sharing. You’ll find everything from aguachile and carne apache to roasted sweet potatoes, tacos packed with personality and hearty mains like carne asada and bone-in chuleta. Some of the can't-miss dishes include oysters on the half shell, kanpachi tostada with Santa Barbara uni, and a braised, bone-in Colorado lamb shank for DIY tacos."—Michelin

• Dress is elevated but relaxed, your bougie best, for a meal in Clayton Hotel & Members Club
• Come hungry and ready for family style feasting so we can delight as many of our tastebuds as possible! Explore the menu to make sure it matches your vibe.
• Parking tip: valet available at the Clayton Hotel (restaurant guests can use it) or street/garage nearby in Cherry Creek.

Q: How do I claim a seat? 🎟️
A: Only paid spots are confirmed! “Going” is just a maybe—your seat is locked once your $10 deposit hits @mandirao on Venmo/PayPal. Waitlisters can, should, and will swoop in. This keeps our table full and saves us from the classic “RSVP now, ghost later” saga. Deposits will be returned after the event. Or...

Q: What if I need to cancel after sending a deposit? 🤧
A: You'll get a full refund if you cancel by the morning before a dinner (about 36 hours out), or if someone fills your seat. If there's a waitlist, please cancel as early as possible so another eager guest has time to step in.

Q: What's the no-show policy? 🚫
A: Two no-shows, patterns of being late, or repeat last-minute flaking may result in removal from the group. These are small, intimate gatherings, and late arrivals and empty seats affect everyone—including me, if the restaurant charges for lost headcount. Thanks for helping us keep the table full, friendly, and fabulous. ❤️

Q: How can I support? 💌
A: Did you know that your humble organizers pay about $360 a year to bring events to you on Meetup? A tiny annual donation from you is all it takes to keep the events coming. Suggested donation is $5/event or $20 for unlimited events. Just send a Venmo/Paypal to me @mandirao. Couldn't do it without you!