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Patio principal  - Criollo, Oaxaca, OAX

Criollo

4.6 (2026)
MXN500 and over
Contemporary Mexican
Calzada Madero 129, Centro, Oaxaca, OAX 68000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Innovative
Criollo is located in a neighborhood adjacent to the center of the city of Oaxaca.
Chef Luis Arellano is a cook with a spirit that is both attached to his roots and creative and evolutionary.
He builds the menu adapting to the local products available and the seasons, inspired by the different techniques of Oaxacan cuisine, making nods to the coast, the valleys, the mountains and the Istmo of the state of Oaxaca.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–1:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Daily 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luis Arellano
  • Neighborhood
    Oaxaca
  • Cross street
    Guadalupe Victoria
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • MESA DEL CHEF

    MX$2,400.00 - MX$2,900.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    La Mesa del Chef es una de las experiencias más exclusivas dentro de nuestra cocina. Este espacio íntimo permite a los comensales sumergirse en el arte culinario, observando de cerca la preparación de cada platillo mientras el chef comparte su proceso creativo, inspiración y técnicas utilizadas. El menú está diseñado como un recorrido de siete tiempos, cada uno cuidadosamente elaborado con ingredientes frescos y de temporada, resaltando los sabores auténticos de la gastronomía oaxaqueña con un enfoque contemporáneo. Además, cada platillo es acompañado de un maridaje excepcional, que incluye una selección de vinos, cócteles, destilados y fermentos artesanales, elegidos para resaltar cada sabor y textura.
    MESA DEL CHEF Photo
  • Barra de Tacos

    MX$2,415.00 - MX$2,990.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Un homenaje al maíz en todas sus formas, con el taco como símbolo de tradición y creatividad. Fusionamos el concepto de un omakase con los sabores de México en un menú degustación de 10 tiempos que incluye postre, todo en un espacio privado. Nuestro servicio es completamente personalizado, con un enfoque en productos del mar, aunque nos adaptamos a cualquier restricción alimenticia para que disfrutes plenamente de la experiencia. Para complementar, contamos con una selección especial de bebidas como mezcales, sakes, kombucha, cerveza, tequilas y tepaches. Nuestro espacio íntimo está diseñado para grupos de entre 2 a máximo 16 personas.
    Barra de Tacos Photo

What 2,026 people are saying

Criollo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Oaxaca

    Best Overall

  • Oaxaca

    Best Food

  • Oaxaca

    Best Service

  • Oaxaca

    Best Ambiance

  • Oaxaca

    Innovative

  • Oaxaca

    Hot spot

  • Oaxaca

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Oaxaca

    Romantic

  • Oaxaca

    Most Booked

  • Oaxaca

    Best Overall

  • Oaxaca

    Best Food

  • Oaxaca

    Best Service

  • Oaxaca

    Best Ambiance

  • Oaxaca

    Best Value

  • Oaxaca

    Innovative

  • Oaxaca

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Oaxaca

    Hot spot

  • Oaxaca

    Neighborhood gem

  • Oaxaca

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Oaxaca

    Romantic

  • Oaxaca

    Lively

  • Oaxaca

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Criollo offers an exquisite dining experience in Oaxaca, blending traditional Oaxaqueño cuisine with modern flair. Diners rave about its "incredible ambiance" and "amazing food and service." The tasting menu is "exceptional," with "intricate flavors" and "thoughtfully paired" beverages. Although pricey, it's "worth the visit" for adventurous foodies.
2,026 Reviews
  1. Sarina VIP

    California Central Coast22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals we have ever had. We experienced the chef's table. Highly recommend it.

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  2. Francisco

    Mexico City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extraordinaria combinación de alimentos y bebidas, ejecutados perfectamente y maridados con maestría. El chef Olvera en su máxima expresión.

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  3. MAXIMILLIAN

    Mexico City1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Nuestra experiencia fue fatal. No teníamos ni 10 min en la mesa, llegó el segundo plato de la degustación y estaba contaminado. Tenía gusanos. La gestión de la situación por parte de su personal no fue la más profesional.

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  4. GABRIELA

    Mexico City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Las enmoladas son lo más delicioso, el queso está buenísimo. Con mi reservación de OpenTable me regalaron un postre con una crema de queso igual deliiiiciosa.

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  5. Brian VIP

    California Central Coast49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and incredible ambiance. Oaxaqueño cuisine with a modern flare. Michelin guide recognized. Located 10 mins drive from the centro. Six course set menu. Be prepared to spend USD $100+ per person.

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  6. Montserrat

    Guadalajara1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Festejamos ahí nuestro aniversario de bodas, MEJOR LUGAR IMPOSIBLE, Totalmente recomendado, la comida, el maridaje, todos los detalles cuidados a la perfección.

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  7. Jon VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The combination of ingredients were absolutely amazing, honored Mexican cuisine and something I have never had before. The drink flight is a GREAT value though, if you have a small stomach, it will fill you up just as much as the food.

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  8. Sonia

    Mexico City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me encantó la experiencia La comida deliciosa, muy recomendable

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  9. Alejandra

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente comida, servicio y ambiente. 100% vale la pena

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  10. efrain

    Coahuila1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente experiencia muy buen servicio y costo excelente

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FAQs

Criollo is rated 4.6 stars by 2026 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Criollo

Calzada Madero 129, Centro, Oaxaca, OAX 68000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Guadalupe Victoria
  • Neighborhood
    Oaxaca
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–1:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Daily 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luis Arellano
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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