Criollo Oaxaca: Chef and staff at a table with guests. Dining experience.

Criollo Oaxaca

Criollo sits on Francisco I. Madero, a five-minute walk from the Zócalo and the Catedral de Oaxaca. It holds a spot at no. 46 on the 2024 La Liste. The room runs smart and elegant, serving traditional Mexican and South American cooking.

Most visitors to this part of the city head straight for the crowded stalls near the main square, but choosing Criollo is a deliberate move away from that noise. While its neighbours lean into the high-traffic bustle of the centre, this venue focuses on a slower, more intentional pace that justifies the walk from the cathedral. It is a better choice for those who value space over proximity to the tourist trail.

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Highlights

Cuisine

Criollo FAQ

Criollo serves Mexican and South American traditional cuisine. It is a fine dining restaurant, and the pricing is in the expensive range compared to other options in the city.

Criollo is on Francisco I. Madero in the Santa María del Marquesado area. It is a five-minute walk from both the Zócalo and the Catedral de Oaxaca, and a ten-minute walk from the Museo Textil de Oaxaca.

The room runs smart and elegant. While there is no strict mandate, most guests choose to dress in attire that suits this style to match the general atmosphere of the dining room.

Yes, Criollo holds recognition from La Liste, where it is ranked no. 46.

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Opening Hours

Sunday

09:00 - 19:00

Monday

08:00 - 22:00

Tuesday

08:00 - 22:00

Wednesday

08:00 - 22:00

Thursday

08:00 - 22:00

Friday

09:00 - 22:00

Saturday

09:00 - 22:00

Location

Francisco I. Madero 129, Santa María del Marquesado, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax.

Nearby

Zócalo (Main Square)300 m
Catedral de Oaxaca400 m
Museo Textil de Oaxaca600 m
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán800 m

Additional Information

Name

Criollo Oaxaca

Establishment Type

Restaurant

Cuisine Type

Mexican, South American, Traditional, Creative, Fusion

Dress Code

Smart and Elegant

Price Range

$$$

Address

Francisco I. Madero 129, Santa María del Marquesado, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax.

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