Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Oaxaca

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Oaxaca? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Blu - Huatulco

4.7

4.7 (57)

MXN310 to MXN500

Global, International

La Crucecita

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TammyVIP

Dined on Mar 6, 2025

Our best meal in Huatulco. The view is great, the food is sophisticated but approachable and great cocktails. They were able to accommodate my partner’s allergies. The burrada dish was a highlight. Amazing live music, too. Omar was a terrific server. 7 drinks, 2 appetizers, 2 mains and a dessert for around $150 Canadian. We will be back.

Criollo

4.6

4.6 (1995)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Oaxaca

About the restaurant

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.

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Megan

Dined on May 1, 2025

Really interesting food with surprising and inventive pairings. I highly recommend.

Glou Glou

4.6

4.6 (81)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Latin

Puerto Escondido

About the restaurant

An exceptional culinary experience by a Chef-Sommelier couple, Luis Pabón & Gaby Moreno featuring seasonal dishes and natural wine.
The seven-courses tasting menu emphasizes local, seasonal ingredients and a masterful natural wine pairing (with local beer and mezcal thrown in).
Prepare for a memorable meal in a beautiful space that is open to the surrounding tropical forest and sky.

4-courses tasting menu and A la carte is also available.

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BesteVIP

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

The food was AMAZING. Everything we tried had very unique taste and it was super fresh. We love love love it. Highly recommend.

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Menu degustacion GlouGlou // 7 tiempos

Experience

Menu de 4 tiempos

Restaurante sin nombre

4.4

4.4 (19)

MXN310 to MXN500

Contemporary Mexican

Oaxaca

About the restaurant

Cocina sin etiquetas en el corazón de Oaxaca.

La mezcla perfecta de ingredientes naturales, recetas ancestrales y mágicas de Oaxaca combinadas con técnicas del Nuevo Mundo hacen que Restaurante Sin Nombre sea una visita obligada para todo foodie y goodie que este disfrutando de esta ciudad ya sea como huésped ó como visitante identificado con la cultura y ADN de Hotel Sin Nombre.

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debbie

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

Great restaurant...many steps to reach the rooftop dining area, but worth it for the view and the coolness of the evening. BUT...if you can't climb a circular staircase and many stairs, select a different restaurant.Very loud music came from a neighborhood bar, but it is in the middle of a loud city, so it was to be expected. Food is great! Staff is very nice, service is slow, but the food is worth the wait.

Brio Cocina Local

4.4

4.4 (20)

MXN310 to MXN500

Contemporary Mexican

Oaxaca

About the restaurant

Brío Cocina Local se ubica en el corazón de Oaxaca a una cuadra del zócalo y cuenta con una terraza con vista directa al majestuoso Templo de San Agustín, ofrece una propuesta de Cocina Oaxaqueña Contemporánea y platillos de la autoría de nuestro Chef Oscar García Bretón, encomienda de Brío es hacer tributo al ingrediente local oaxaqueño. Si buscas opciones vegetarianas y veganas podrás encontrar opciones. El complemento a nuestro menú es la propuesta de coctelería de la casa y su menú de vinos.

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Isaac

Dined 6 days ago

It was a great experience, great views from the terrace. Will definitely come back.

METXCALLI

4.3

4.3 (31)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Puerto Escondido

About the restaurant

En Metxcalli nuestra inspiración es Oaxaca, multifacética y vibrante, que nos transporta a un viaje de infinitos aromas y sabores que activa nuestros cinco sentidos y evoca la grandeza de los mercados, la complejidad de sus mezcales y pluralismo de la cultura e identidad.
Nacido en costas oaxaqueñas, el Chef Gerson Madrid experimenta y plasma los colores de los sabores tradicionales, cual pintor a su lienzo y los caracteriza por trazos gruesos de contemporaneidad, llevándonos a través de una aventura de sabores que cuentan con personalidad propia, que nos evocan a nuestra tierra, a nuestra cocina al sur de Oaxaca y a nuestro propio hogar.
A lo largo de su trayectoria, el Chef ha recorrido la republica en busca de sazones y vivencias que complementan la experiencia Metxcalli.

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StephenVIP

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

The food was so good, very strong and distinctive flavors. I’d prefer the portions to be smaller so I could have tried more dishes (solo diner).

Sommo

4.3

4.3 (31)

MXN500 and over

Japanese

Puerto Escondido

About the restaurant

Sommo is traditional Japanese cuisine... but with a twist. We embrace our local resources and blend Japanese heritage with Mexico's tropical ingredients to offer a culinary experience of the highest quality. Our focus is on creating human experiences—where you feel our home as your own.

Two of the most recommended experiences are the seatings at the Chef's counter and the Bar, perfect for groups of 2 or 3 people max. In either setting, you'll get up close and personal: see our gestures, and take in our aromas.

For groups larger than 3, we kindly ask that you contact us directly at +52 33 1904 8158.

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Annie

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

Sushi was incredibly fresh and delicious. Our server was kind and gave great recommendations. We did the omakaze and every order that came out was delicious.

ENNA Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (9)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Puerto Escondido

About the restaurant

Discover how our chef Rodolfo Castellanos fuses tradition with innovation in each of our dishes offered at ENNA RESTAURANT, to surprise you with stories from our beautiful and colorful Oaxacan land and sea. In our restaurant you can find a variety of breakfasts, we stand out for our avocado toast with sourdough, homemade French bread and many other dishes. To enjoy your lunch or dinner we always offer our guests homemade and fresh pasta, catch of the day, hamburger made with 100% Silver beef, these are some of the dishes that have been planned and prepared with great effort and dedication by our kitchen team. At ENNA RESTAURANT, we will not only delight you with our gastronomy and great flavors, we also have excellent architecture and environment to make sure your stay is unique and unrepeatable experience, here at Punta Zicatela.

Origen

4.2

4.2 (130)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Oaxaca

About the restaurant

La creación es una constante que se basa en la tradición. Origen es una gran familia que conoce el significado de hospitalidad.

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RebaM

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

The ambiance and hospitality of this restaurant matches its delicious food. It is a beautiful setting outside among old growth trees. We were greeted and served by the most friendly and gracious waiter. Food was exceptional and creative. I would visit again without hesitation.

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CLASE DE COCINA CON EL CHEF RODOLFO CASTELLANOS

Cobarde Oaxaca

4.0

4 (114)

MXN310 to MXN500

Asian

Oaxaca

About the restaurant

Cobarde: A Culinary Oasis in the Heart of Oaxaca

Cobarde is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. Located in the heart of Oaxaca, opposite the majestic Santo Domingo de Guzmán monastery, Cobarde invites you to embark on a culinary journey that transcends borders.

Upon entering, you will be greeted by a symphony of textures and materials. Polished cement, steel, and glass blend harmoniously with exposed brick and recycled wood, creating a space that is both modern and welcoming. The soft lighting of the bar highlights the natural beauty of the red earth mortar and the handcrafted furniture.

Cobarde's menu is a testament to its global spirit. Using the finest local ingredients, the chefs weave together flavors from around the world, crafting dishes that are both familiar and surprising. From the delicate gnudi to the aromatic pho.

Cobarde is also a proud recipient of a Michelin Guide badge, a testament to its exceptional culinary standards and commitment to excellence.

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DaveVIP

Dined on Apr 28, 2025

Perfect outdoor terrace with great design. Food was not Mexican which was a welcome change! Wine is super expensive but the food was priced normally

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