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Criollo, Oaxaca, OAX

Criollo

4.6
4.6
1917 Reviews
Mex$500 and over
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 24 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • 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

  • MESA DEL CHEF

    MX$2,100.00 - MX$2,600.00 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

    Feb 4, 2025 - Feb 28, 2025
    Un tributo a la diversidad del maíz, con el icónico taco como protagonista. Nuestra barra de tacos, ubicada en un espacio íntimo dentro del huerto, ofrece una experiencia única. Diseñada para compartir y disfrutar con otros comensales; 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.
    Barra de Tacos photo

Menu

Menú degustación

  • 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.

    Last updated: February 24, 2025

    What 1,917 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

    • Oaxaca

      Best Food

    • Oaxaca

      Best Service

    • Oaxaca

      Best Ambience

    • Oaxaca

      Best Value

    • Oaxaca

      Innovative

    • Oaxaca

      Good for groups

    • Oaxaca

      Healthy

    • Oaxaca

      Hot spot

    • Oaxaca

      Great for fine wines

    • Oaxaca

      Great for outdoor dining

    • Oaxaca

      Good for special occasions

    • Oaxaca

      Vegetarian-friendly

    • Oaxaca

      Most Booked

    • Oaxaca

      Best Overall

    • Oaxaca

      Best Food

    • Oaxaca

      Best Service

    • Oaxaca

      Best Ambience

    • Oaxaca

      Best Value

    • Oaxaca

      Good for groups

    • Oaxaca

      Great for creative cocktails

    • Oaxaca

      Healthy

    • Oaxaca

      Great for outdoor dining

    • Oaxaca

      Romantic

    • Oaxaca

      Good for special occasions

    • Oaxaca

      Most Booked

    Review summary

    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
    Criollo offers a vibrant Oaxacan dining experience with a "beautiful setting" and "exceptional service." The six-course tasting menu delights with "creative and delicious flavor combinations," while the ambience, complete with "roaming chickens," adds charm. Though some find it "overpriced," many consider it a "must-visit" for its "authentic" and "exquisite" cuisine.

    1,917 Reviews

    1. Daniella

      Miami

      1 review

      5.0

      1 review

      Dined 5 days ago

      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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    2. Santiago

      Mexico City

      5 reviews

      4.0

      5 reviews

      Dined 5 days ago

      1. Overall 4
      2. Food 4
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 4
      Great place and good food. Adequately priced. Service is exceptional and the ambience is typical of Oaxaca outdoors restaurant

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    3. Susan

      London

      12 reviews

      5.0

      12 reviews

      Dined 5 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      An absolute beautiful place. We loved the atmosphere, so calm. The waiters were so helpful and took great pride in explaining the history of the food and where the ingredients came from. I’d love to live here for a week and take cooking classes with them. I can’t wait to go back. Breakfast was delicious, the best bacon I have ever had.

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    4. Clara

      New York City

      5 reviews

      5.0

      5 reviews

      Dined 6 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Here’s a polished review for OpenTable: Outstanding Experience! We opted for the six-course meal, and every dish was absolutely over the top! The flavors, presentation, and creativity blew us away. Criollo truly exceeded our expectations—from the impeccable service to the perfectly executed menu. Each course was thoughtfully prepared, showcasing bold and balanced flavors that highlighted the chef’s expertise. The ambiance was warm and inviting, making for an unforgettable dining experience. We will definitely be returning! Highly recommend.

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    5. tom

      Cheshire

      3 reviews

      5.0

      3 reviews

      Dined 6 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Excellent food, excellent experience, you won’t find better in oaxaca in our experience!

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    6. Greg

      Seattle

      4 reviews

      5.0

      4 reviews

      Dined 6 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      We loved our experience! The food was really special, yummy and very creative. Everything was perfect. Enjoyed the pairing of beverages too. I highly recommend Criollo.

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    7. Natasha

      Oaxaca

      2 reviews

      5.0

      2 reviews

      Dined 7 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Wonderful place - the design, food, overall ambiance in particular. There are chickens and roosters roaming around and lots of beautiful design features to admire.

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    8. Liliana

      Los Angeles

      1 review

      2.0

      1 review

      Dined on February 18, 2025

      1. Overall 2
      2. Food 3
      3. Service 2
      4. Ambience 3
      I expected a little more from Criollo after reading the reviews. They said it was a tasting menu but in reality it was more of a fixed menu.

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    9. Edgar

      Oaxaca

      1 review

      4.0

      1 review

      Dined on February 16, 2025

      1. Overall 4
      2. Food 4
      3. Service 4
      4. Ambience 5
      Por mi tiempo en la ciudad solo me toco visitarlos en desayuno, pero sin duda regresaría para comida o cena. Un gran ambiente y excelentes ingredientes. Espero regresar pronto !

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    10. sally

      Richmond

      1 review

      3.0

      1 review

      Dined on February 16, 2025

      1. Overall 3
      2. Food 4
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      A must for foodies. A 6 course dinner of Oaxacan dishes accompanied by appropriate beverages in a beautiful serene indoor - outdoor setting. Our evening was heavy on seafood not all appreciated by my companion. One has the choice of not investing in the drink portions at a 25% discount. A glass of wine could have been enough. Service was creative having a different wait person for each course. All in all I am not the foodie I thought I was.

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    FAQs

    Criollo is rated 4.6 stars by 1917 OpenTable diners.

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

    Make a reservation

    2 people
    10:30 p.m.
    Booked 24 times today
    Experiences are available.
    Google Map for Criollo

    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
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