Camelia Modern Mexican Cuisine

They just reopened! I had the chance to try a variety of their new dishes, and I'm just going to highlight my favorites.What I ordered: Tuetanos (bone marrow), pink enchiladas, pork shank, filet mignon with salsa macha mashed potatoes and vegetables, queso, salsas, octopus, prime rib, ceviche, lamb chops, mussel pasta, and a chocolate cake with the most incredible presentation. Drinks: Oaxaca old fashioned and a mezcalrita.Best bites: The filet was perfectly cooked medium-rare, and the truffle mac and cheese with asparagus made the ideal side. The pork shank was fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor, while the rib eye chicharrones with guacamole were a 10/10. Also, the pink enchiladas were a delightful surprise!Camelia's is owned and operated by Mexicans, and their passion for the restaurant shines through. It's so exciting to see elevated Mexican cuisine that stays true to its roots.

I'll start by saying this place is beautiful and the staff was very nice and welcoming. Drinks were beautiful but definitely didn't like them. Food: we ordered the flight of salsa and bean dip, as well as the chips and quesoThey were all pretty good but I was shocked at how little of sauces they give you. It's literally about a half inch deep and maybe an inch and a half to 2 inches wide and they charge $10. The queso was pretty good, but not outstanding.We ordered the ceviche which was a generous portion, but had somewhat of a strong fishy which most fresh ceviche's will not have We also ordered the grilled veggies and New York strip The veggies were great. The New York strip seemed like it was done in a sous vide, but apparently it was not. It definitely had a weird texture to it and I know with absolute certainty I can make a 10 times better steak at home. We spent a little over $160 on this meal and left feeling very disappointed.

This place was everything and more. I love that we can make reservations. They were kind enough to let us be seated earlier than our reservation as we were trying to time the snow and traveling. The food was amazing. We got the grilled octopus, the filet mignon, and the tostadas and salsa appetizer. I tried a few of their drinks and I wish I would've got pictures of them, but I was in all of, the performance of every waiter. The front of the house staff was really kind. The waiter was amazing and gave us many recommendations.I love the soft lighting, cute furniture, separated bar and that despite so many people it was a very clean building. It was a little noisy in there, however, I was able to hear my date.

We had SUCH a good time here. This is full upscale Mexican dining experience. The service, drinks, and cocktails were all on point too! Will definitely be back.Bone marrow Tuetanos: Chile negro, cilantro, white onions, handmade corn tortillas. PERFECT char.Charbroiled oysters: Chiltepin aioli, beet pureé, parmesan (west coast). Slurp!!!Ceviche mitotero: Shrimp, mahi mahi, octopus, Calle de hacha, tomato, cucumber, red onions, chiltepinPulpa a la brasa "Octopus al josper": Mayan octopus, baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, asparagus,salsa macha, oyster mushroomsWhole red snapper huachinango: Mexican rice, cilantro, chiltepin aioli, handmade corn tortillasNY Prime: Perfect rare with corresponding perfect char lines. This thing melts like butter in your mouth!!

Shamelessly, I saw pics of this restaurant on IG and told my friends we needed to try it out!The space is beautiful and our server was fantastic.We started with the bone marrow and oysters. Both fantastic but bone marrow always makes me happy. We also had wines, which there was a nice selection.We then got the Enmolada Rosa, truffle mac and cheese, veg, and a steak. Everything was amazing, but the char from their ovens or what have you on the bone marrow and steak was next level. SO GOOD!We got the churros for dessert and as it was my bday, it was this next level sparkler in a cart situation lol.Everything was amazing, definitely recommend.

This new restaurant is bringing Mexican fine dining to Denver. CAMELIA, Modern Mexican Cuisine blew us away over the weekend and we're already planning our next visit.We arrived at CAMELIA and sat in the main dining room. The restaurant was gorgeous - think Latin American royalty. The bar was surrounded by royal blue velvet chairs & gold geometric shelves hung from the ceiling. There was a wall of greenery adorned with gold wings. The dining room tables were made of thick polished wood and had dark velvet chairs flanking them. The staff at CAMELIA were exceptional. Owner Camelia & Manager Alberto were gracious and welcoming; Alberto ensured our meal ran smoothly. Christian is one of our favorite Mixologists in Denver and he was whipping up magic behind the bar. Our server Victor was kind-hearted and had great recommendations.CAMELIA came to play with some dazzling cocktails. The Camelia was made with Reposado, raspberry rose shrub, & Naranja rose prosecco. A smoke bubble was delicately placed atop the champagne glass - lovely.The Smoke on the Water was made with Mezcal, Genepy, rhum agricole, and lime - served in a coup glass in a smoke-filled cloche. This was my favorite cocktail of the evening - smooth & fresh. Ross had the non-alcoholic Citrus Cooler made with Seed Lip Grove, pineapple, lemon, mint, simple, foam, & Topo Chico.For Apertivos we had Guacamole and the Ceviche.The Guacamole was made with avocado, queso fresco, pomegranate, cilantro and we added Rib Eye Chicharrón. The Rib Eye Chicharrón was simultaneously tender and crispy and paired beautifully with the creamy cool guacamole.The Callo de Hacha Ceviche was made with Leche de tigre, red onions, & baby radishes. This is the most authentic ceviche I've had in Denver. The ceviche had generous pieces of fish throughout and was seasoned with citrus and spices that added solid heat to each delicious bite. The Chips & Salsa were great. For Entrees we had the Enmolada Rosa and the NY strip.The Enmolada Rosa was made with pink mole, braised chicken, jocoque, queso fresco, & handmade corn tortillas. This was our favorite dish of the night! The enmoladas were drenched in savory pink mole and filled with tender chicken - so freaking tasty and a must order.The A La Carta 10oz Prime NY Strip. The NY strip had a robust meaty flavor.The Truffle Mac & Cheese was made with shell pasta, parmesan, breadcrumbs, & salsa macha. Hello cheesy goodness - the truffle mac & cheese was rich and the salsa macha chili oil added a subtle smokey heat that didn't overpower the parmesan. For Dessert we had the Churro Cart & the Mexican Chocolate Cake.The Churro Cart came with chocolate, lechera, & strawberry jam to dip the churros in. We loved the presentation here; the cart was so cute and the warm fresh churros were perfectly coated in cinnamon sugar.The Mexican Chocolate Cake was made with Cacao Tinitario and flambéed tableside. Who doesn't love a dessert with flair? This dessert was decadent and very rich.

This was a recommendation from TikTok and it was delicious!! The food was flavorful! I wasn't expecting the spice in the Enmoleda but it was delicious non the less. The presentation was also great! Ambience and decor was nice and service was phenomenal!

I am sold! I have been looking forward to trying this place out (blame Instagram and TikTok) and so when we had a dinner meeting with friends and colleagues, I reached out for a reservation. For large parties, I emailed the email on their website and got a quick and easy response back. They can totally accommodate large groups which is great! When we walked in, the decor and ambiance was breathtaking. This place is BEAUTIFUL. The server told us that the owners actually took a truck to Mexico and brought back a lot of the decor including the very beach and absolutely beautiful guacamole bowls! That level of thoughtfulness shows! And then the presentation of the food was epic! They love their 24K gold foil. You can even get it on your steak! Love their signature drink with the aromatic bubble. Expensive but totally worth it. Want to try the Smoke Show drink next time. Their soda does come in cans (no fountain drinks so no free refills). Be warned. They have a decent selection of beers and wines also. Food wise: LOVE their version of free table chips- tostadas with fresh salsa and bean dip! Yum!!!Get the guac! Get the full size! Yes, add the chicharrones. Thank me later. The ceviche was to die for! Delicious and beautiful. I got the Emmolada Rosa. Beautiful but maybe not my absolute favorite. If you like spice, this dish may land flat (which is me). But if you aren't a fan of spice, it has some great subtle flavor profiles. The shrimp looked delicious! I think that's my next dish! The truffle mac and cheese may be one of the best things I've ever eaten but it's heavy and powerful. I would encourage people to share it as a side rather than making it a main course. Warning: the snapper is a whole fish. Delicious if that's your thing but not if you don't love seeing your food in its natural form. Desserts were our absolute fave! The churro cart was my fave. The theatrics of the chocolate ball are incredible (flavor was good too). We also got the corn cake which the flavors were really unique. Get this if you love cornbread! The service was also great. We will definitely be back!

Went here on a date night with my husband on a recent quick trip to Denver. Found it by reading other online reviews and I'm so glad we did! The service was excellent, and very attentive. The food was special and unique - beautifully plated but just a rich in flavor. Even their "mashed potatoes" were filled with unique ingredients and depth. My cocktail was served with a bubble filled with smoke sitting on top, it was so cool - I wish I'd been able to capture a photo but I just wanted to enjoy the experience. Loved eating here.

Walked in at 1 am for some gauc and was treated like a Don! Staff treated me like family, went out of their way for my dietary needs, and were lightning fast! I love this place and cannot wait to go back!