Coming Soon

Johnny and Kasie Curiel are proud to announce the upcoming opening of their newest Fonda Fina Hospitality restaurant in Charleston, slated for Summer 2026. Located on the ground floor of The Charlee on Cannon, the restaurant will bring Chef Johnny Curiel’s signature expression of Mexican heritage and storytelling through food to the heart of downtown Charleston.

Known for their award-winning work at Alma Fonda Fina, Cozobi Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma, and Alteño in Colorado, the Curiels are excited to continue sharing the beauty of Mexico through rich culinary traditions and genuine hospitality.

“We’ve always been inspired by Charleston’s vibrant restaurant community and strong sense of place,” says Chef Johnny Curiel. “Much of my cooking draws from Mexico’s coastal traditions, so it feels natural to connect that with Charleston’s own deep coastal identity. We’re excited to highlight the region’s beautiful local ingredients through our cultural lens. For us, choosing Charleston was a deeply personal decision. The warmth and welcome we’ve already felt from this community make our family excited to call it our home away from home.”