Criollo

4.6

1951 Reviews

Mex$500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Mar 31, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for outdoor dining

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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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
Mex$500 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
Neighbourhood
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 1,951 people are saying

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

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Criollo in Oaxaca offers a "fantastic place" with a "beautiful setting" and "stunning atmosphere." Diners praise its "creative and delicious" dishes, "amazing food," and "exceptional service." The "tasting menu" and "drink pairings" are "absolutely amazing." While some found it "overpriced," many recommend it for a "memorable" culinary experience.

1,951 Reviews

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Andres VIP
Mexico City229 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excelente la comida y gran servicio de Jesús y gran conocimiento de Jesús y muy bonito lugar .
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erin VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfecta! Gracias por una gran experiencia! Muy rico y hermosa
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Aaron VIP
Denver4 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant and ambience were amazing. We were not overly happy with the set menu and limited options, even more so with the cost of over $100 per person.
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Briana VIP
Minneapolis10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Felt taken care of start to finish and enjoyed the spin on traditional flavors of Oaxaca!
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Martha VIP
Dallas3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience alone is incredible. The presentation of each dish was impeccable. The service was wonderful. Some of the flavors felt too earthy but we still appreciated their creativity and combination. Everything was beautifully fresh.
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Frank
Minneapolis5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Worth the visit. Glad it was recommended. Evening was a great time to visit because we got the day and the night ambiance.
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Violet Carlos
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. Creative and nostalgic at the same time.
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Saneka
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful courtyard, pretty restaurant with amazing food!
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Jeff VIP
Austin4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Criollo is one of the most beautiful restaurants I’ve eaten at. Almost the entire restaurant was outdoors, and the weather was perfect last night. The tasting menu was thoughtfully paired with various cocktails/spirits, beer and wine. I give this restaurant a 5 out of 5.
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Ashley VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing evening! The space is beautiful. The food was next level. And the service was lovely. Our group did the tasting menu with pairings and it was so fun. The servers did a phenomenal job at walking through each dish and pairing. All around excellent experience and would highly recommend to all
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FAQs

Criollo is rated 4.6 stars by 1951 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 31, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Calzada Madero 129, Centro, Oaxaca, OAX 68000

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Guadalupe Victoria
Neighbourhood
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
Mex$500 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

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Degustación

What 1,951 people are saying

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