Restaurants in Oaxaca

Freshly made tortillas sold from a stall; perfect with a dab of salsa and beans.

Strong, smoky coffee served in a courtyard; try the Oaxacan hot chocolate.

Hands‑on class to make mole negro with lunch; rich chocolate‑spiced sauce served with rice.

Small stand near the pools serves empanadas and fresh fruit; refuel after swimming.

Rooftop spot with mezcal flights and live jazz; try the tasting flight and Oaxacan cheese board.

Family‑run restaurant serving slow‑cooked mole negro with chicken; the sauce soaks the rice perfectly.

Crispy giant tortilla topped with Oaxacan cheese, black beans, chorizo, and salsa; get the chapulines for authenticity.

Bustling market where you can sample chapulines, mole negro, fresh‑pressed horchata; a full plate is under $5.

Intimate bar with local indie acts; low‑priced drinks and a relaxed vibe for an evening wind‑down.