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Patio principal - Criollo, Oaxaca, OAX

Criollo

4.6
4.6
1951 Reviews
Mex$500 and over
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
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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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$2,400.00 - 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.
    MESA DEL CHEF photo

  • 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.
    Barra de Tacos photo

Menu

Criollo's menu was last updated 2025-02-24.

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 1,951 people are saying

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

    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
    • 4.6Food
    • 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

      Great for outdoor dining

    • Oaxaca

      Romantic

    • 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

      Neighbourhood 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 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

    1. 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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    2. 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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    3. 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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    4. 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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    5. 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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    6. 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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    7. 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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    8. 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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    9. 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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    10. 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.

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    Make a reservation

    Booked 33 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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