Criollo

4.6

1928 Reviews

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

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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
951 320 0709
Website
https://criollo.mx/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Luis Arellano

Location
Calzada Madero 129, Centro, Oaxaca, OAX 68000
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

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. Nuestra barra de tacos, ubicada en un espacio íntimo dentro del huerto, ofrece una experiencia única para hasta 18 comensales. Diseñada para compartir y disfrutar, cuenta con un servicio personalizado que transforma cada visita en un momento especial. El menú degustación de 10 tiempos, elaborado con ingredientes locales, frescos y de temporada, se marida con una cuidada selección de mezcales, sakes, tequilas y fermentos, realzando los sabores y celebrando la riqueza de nuestra cocina.
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.

Degustación
Nuestro menú degustación ofrece un exquisito recorrido culinario de seis tiempos, cuidadosamente diseñado para deleitar los sentidos. Nos adaptamos a restricciones alimentarias para garantizar una experiencia personalizada y placentera. Para complementar esta propuesta, ofrecemos una selecta opción de maridaje que varía entre cócteles, destilados, vinos y fermentos, todos cuidadosamente seleccionados para resaltar los sabores de cada platillo. Importante: No contamos con menú a la carta.

What 1,928 people are saying

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

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Oaxaca
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
Oaxaca
Innovative
Oaxaca
Good for groups
Oaxaca
Great for outdoor dining
Oaxaca
Romantic
Oaxaca
Vegetarian-friendly
Oaxaca
Most Booked
Oaxaca
Best Overall
Oaxaca
Best Food
Oaxaca
Best Service
Oaxaca
Best Ambiance
Oaxaca
Best Value
Oaxaca
Good for groups
Oaxaca
Great for creative cocktails
Oaxaca
Healthy
Oaxaca
Neighborhood gem
Oaxaca
Great for fine wines
Oaxaca
Great for outdoor dining
Oaxaca
Romantic
Oaxaca
Good for special occasions
Oaxaca
Vegetarian-friendly
Oaxaca
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Criollo offers a unique dining experience in Oaxaca, celebrated for its "beautiful setting" and "amazing food." The six-course tasting menu is a highlight, with innovative and "creative" dishes that showcase local flavors. While some find it "overpriced," many praise the "excellent service" and "wonderful ambience," making it a worthwhile visit for culinary enthusiasts.

1,928 Reviews

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Gavin VIP
London3 reviews
2.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location, but food was lacking and the beverage pairing didn’t seem to connect at all
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Criollo is my favorite restaurant in Mexico and I continue to come back to Oaxaca just to eat there. The food is exceptional and the pairings are truly spectacular. The ambiance and music always make me feel at home. My newest discovery this time is hand lotion they offer in their gift shop. Thank you as always Criollo
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Oscar
New York City10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing restaurant and service. It was a total new experience. Took dining to a new level.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Of the six dishes we found about half truly innovative. the other half seemed either too big a portion or the ingredients dissonant.
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Julie VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the most creative and interesting food I have ever eaten. Beautiful surroundings, exceptional service. Magnificent evening. We are vegetarian and they were wonderful about giving us perfect dishes. Can’t recommend highly enough! Thank you!
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Beth
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing drink/food pairing. They did a great job accommodating dietary restrictions!
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Anne VIP
San Francisco7 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had high expectations of this restaurant but were disappointed. Although great care and skill went into the preparation of everything we ate, we felt that a few major dishes were overdone: heavy sauces, too many ingredients. The place is charming, servers were attentive and warm, but we would love to see some rethinking of the food.
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Jose VIP
Mexico18 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Un restaurante distinto. La opción de menú de degustación como única alternativa. Es interesante. Los sabores, texturas presentación son buenos, sorpresa. El maridaje puede mejorarse durante la comida con vinos y no cocteles a base de mezcal con bebidas endulzadas. al ser varios tiempos. seria adecuado que al terminar la degustación se diera un menú con los platillos y las bebidas que se sirvieron por la variedad no son fáciles de recordar y es difícil poder hacer comentarios de recomendación con amigos o conocidos que estén interesados en acudir a Criollo. Al finalizar incluir como opción la aceptación del comensal café o chocolate.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great setting, beautiful environment, superb service, delicious food
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Daniella
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent. I would like to come back every day. This place is stunning and the food was delicious.
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Criollo is rated 4.6 stars by 1928 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Website
https://criollo.mx/
Phone number
951 320 0709

Criollo

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Barra de Tacos

MESA DEL CHEF

Menu

Menú degustación

Degustación

What 1,928 people are saying

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Review summary

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