
Otra Vez Cantina
Central Business District, Denver
Restaurant in Denver, United States
The Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
Worth considering for an easy Mexican meal downtown, especially if convenience around the 16th Street Mall matters more than a destination-dinner feel. Otra Vez Cantina is a practical first-timer pick for casual plans, but diners seeking a more focused Mexican experience should cross-shop Alma Fonda Fina or La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal.
About Otra Vez Cantina
Otra Vez Cantina is a Mexican restaurant in Denver with a casual dress code and daily hours that begin at 11 AM. The best reason to consider it is fit: you want Mexican food in Denver in a casual setting, without a specific chef, signature dish, price range, or special format being the primary draw. That simplicity can be useful when the goal is not to build a meal around a long list of specifics, but to identify a straightforward restaurant category, location, level of formality.
For a more deliberate comparison within Denver, consider how Otra Vez Cantina fits beside Alma Fonda Fina or La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal. Those are useful cross-shops when you are deciding where to eat in the city, while Otra Vez Cantina remains a Mexican option. The value of that comparison is less about ranking them and more about clarifying what kind of Mexican restaurant choice makes sense for the occasion.
Use it for a casual Mexican meal in Denver
Otra Vez Cantina is a Mexican restaurant with casual dress and broad daily availability. Otra Vez Cantina opens at 11 AM every day, closes at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, stays open until 12 AM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it easier to consider across different parts of the day, especially when plans are flexible or the timing of the meal is still taking shape. It does not specify a separate lunch menu, dinner menu, happy hour, or special service format.
For a first visit, expect Mexican cuisine, casual attire, a Denver location. Information is not available for awards, chef, price range, signature dishes, reservations, delivery, dietary accommodations, or a tasting-menu structure. In practical terms, that means it serves as a concise planning note rather than a full critical review. For more Denver options, scan the full Denver restaurants guide.
Who should pick it, when to compare options
Pick Otra Vez Cantina when the group wants Mexican food in Denver and a casual dress code matters more than a highly specific dining format. It is a practical candidate when you want to keep planning simple and avoid over-reading details that are not listed. It also works as a starting point for a conversation: if everyone agrees on Mexican food and casual attire, the remaining decision can be made by comparing location, timing, the limited information available.
If the meal needs a more defined point of comparison, look within the Denver set. Alma Fonda Fina and La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal are natural names to compare when choosing among restaurants in the city. If the plan expands beyond the meal, Denver guides can help with the rest of the itinerary, while this listing stays focused on its essentials.
Planning details
- Location
- 610 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- otravezcantina.menufy.com
- Phone
- (303) 226-1567
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Otra Vez Cantina sits squarely on Denver’s pedestrian 16th Street Mall and reads as a straightforward downtown cantina. It leans into convenience and volume—full-service but not destination-driven—so the atmosphere is approachable and easygoing. The location amid steady foot traffic draws a mix of hotel guests, office workers, and visitors, which keeps the room active without aiming for fine-dining formality. Think everyday Mexican food for people who want a proper sit-down meal without traveling to the city’s trendier neighborhoods; the focus is on steady service and dependable offerings that fit downtown rhythms.
Best For
This cantina works best for weekday lunches and dinners when downtown foot traffic and office crowds are present. It’s well suited to after-work get-togethers and group meals for visitors or colleagues who want a convenient sit-down option on the 16th Street Mall. Because the operation emphasizes volume and proximity over being a destination restaurant, it’s also a solid pick for casual celebrations and repeat neighborhood visits—places where convenience, a full menu, and reliable service matter more than a special-occasion splurge.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures when you want a clear sense of the menu: the Enchiladas Suizas and Pozole Rojo represent hearty, traditional plates, while the Street Tacos (Puebla style) offer a quicker, more portable option for a lunch break. Shareable or playful items like the Sopapilla Sliders and Chicharrones are good for groups. For something off the usual taco track, try the Chorizo Shrimp Burger or the house Otra Vez Green Chili. Given the downtown setting, ordering a mix of tacos and a heartier entrée is a practical way to sample the menu across visits.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and eclectic with colorful Mexican-inspired cultural décor, red accents, imaginative lighting, and a lively atmosphere enhanced by custom-programmed music and weekend DJ sets; some areas noted as dimly lit.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Loud
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
7 itemsPlanning details
Location
610 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- 3 Margaritas - Downtown Denver, Notable alternative
- The Lockwood, Notable alternative
- Former Saint Craft Kitchen and Taps, Notable alternative
- La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal, Mexican, $$
- Alma Fonda Fina, Mexican, $$
Restaurant context
How it compares with nearby Denver options
Otra Vez Cantina is the convenience pick in this group: choose it when downtown access and an easy Mexican meal matter more than a destination feel. 3 Margaritas - Downtown Denver plays in a similar casual lane, so the decision is mainly about which location fits the day better.
For a more focused Mexican dinner, La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal and Alma Fonda Fina are stronger choices at the $$ level. Pick La Diabla when pozole and mezcal are the draw; pick Alma Fonda Fina when the meal needs to feel more composed. Both make more sense than Otra Vez Cantina when dinner is the main plan rather than a stop in the middle of downtown.
The Lockwood and Former Saint Craft Kitchen and Taps are better cross-shops when someone in the group wants a hotel-adjacent or broader American-style setting instead of Mexican. For the easiest Mexican choice near the mall, stay with Otra Vez Cantina; for a more intentional food-first booking, move to La Diabla or Alma Fonda Fina.
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Compare Otra Vez Cantina
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otra Vez Cantina | Denver | Mexican | ; | No published awards |
| 3 Margaritas - Downtown Denver | Denver | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Lockwood | Denver | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Former Saint Craft Kitchen and Taps | Denver | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal | Denver | Mexican | $$ | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib GourmandPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Alma Fonda Fina | Denver | Mexican | $$ | 2026 Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants · #22026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 James Beard Award Nominees2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 World's 50 North America's Best Restaurants · #452025 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 Michelin 1 Star2025 OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants2024 Esquire Best New Restaurants · #9 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Otra Vez Cantina?
Keep it casual. Otra Vez Cantina's dress code is casual, so formal wear is not required.
Is Otra Vez Cantina open for lunch or dinner?
Otra Vez Cantina is open daily from 11 AM. Hours are 11 AM–10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 AM–12 AM on Friday and Saturday. It does not specify separate lunch or dinner menus.
What should I order at Otra Vez Cantina?
The cuisine is Mexican, but no specific dishes or signature items are listed. Choose it when Mexican food in a casual Denver setting is the priority, check the restaurant's current menu directly before deciding on specific orders.
How far ahead should I book Otra Vez Cantina?
Information about reservations is not available. If timing matters, especially on Friday or Saturday when Otra Vez Cantina is open later, check directly with the restaurant before you go. For comparison while planning a meal in Denver, La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal and Alma Fonda Fina are also worth considering.


























