Best Restaurants in Oaxaca (2026)

4.4 avg. rating 192 restaurants 155,038 reviews
Discover the best places to eat in Oaxaca. We've listed 192 restaurants with an average rating of 4.4/5 based on 155,038 real reviews. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a special dinner, find your next favorite spot.
Zempazuchil
#1
5.0 (140)

Zempazuchil

C/ de la Constitución 502, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Regional
Salvaje
#2
5.0 (47)

Salvaje

C. de Quetzalcóatl 301-c2, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Café Claveria
#3
5.0 (12)

Café Claveria

Flor de cacao esquina con camino a san andres huayapam San Andres Huayapam, 68287 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Coffee shop
Las Abuelas
#4
5.0 (1)

Las Abuelas

Rosalinda #207, Loma Linda, 68024 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Postres
Pan de vida
#5
5.0 (1)

Pan de vida

Constitución 303, Agencia Municipal de Pueblo Nuevo, 68274 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Mexican
Señor Naan
#6
4.9 (1,092)

Señor Naan

Dr. Gilberto Bolaños Cacho 113, Barrio de Xochimilco, 68040 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Indian
Natibo
#7
4.9 (521)

Natibo

Flores Magón 227, Oaxaca, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Coffee shop Mexican
Simplemente Saludable
#8
4.9 (348)

Simplemente Saludable

Mariano Matamoros 203-Interior 5, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Vegan
Once in Oaxaca
#9
4.9 (281)

Once in Oaxaca

Curtidurías 121C, Barrio de Jalatlaco, 68080 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Breakfast Coffee shop Donut
El Hijuelo Mezcalaría
#10
4.9 (246)

El Hijuelo Mezcalaría

Calle de José María Pino Suárez 403, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Bar
Tlayudas Don Ramón
#11
4.9 (186)

Tlayudas Don Ramón

Faustino G. Olivera 204 B, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, COL FIGUEROA, 68070 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Mexican
Café Bien
#12
4.9 (96)

Café Bien

Av. José María Morelos 402, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Coffee shop
Mudu
#13
4.9 (83)

Mudu

C. de Mariano Abasolo 315, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Coffee shop
Hard Bar
#14
4.9 (27)

Hard Bar

Colón 300, OAX_RE_BENITO JUAREZ, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Bar
Viña Santa Fe
#15
4.9 (24)

Viña Santa Fe

Calz. Porfirio Díaz 127, Reforma, 71080 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Regional
Azucena Zapoteca
#16
4.8 (3,277)

Azucena Zapoteca

Oaxaca - Puerto Angel km 23.5, 71506 San Martín Tilcajete, Oax., Mexico

Restaurant
Las Quince Letras
#17
4.8 (374)

Las Quince Letras

Calle de José María Pino Suárez 407- B, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Mexican
The Oaxaca Coffee Company
#18
4.8 (303)

The Oaxaca Coffee Company

Av. de la Independencia 1007, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Coffee
La Rambla
#19
4.8 (252)

La Rambla

Av. Mexico 68 307 A, San FELIPE, Olimpica, 68044 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Restaurant
El Cabor de Cecy
#20
4.8 (72)

El Cabor de Cecy

C. Porfirio Díaz 808, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Mexican

What people say

Leslie Soto

One of my favorite spots i got to try in Oaxaca! The tostado de hongos was absolutely delicious and i already want to go back for it, I also tried the chilaquiles and fried chicken sandwich which were all incredible. The homemade passionfruit soda was so great and unique and they let us try some kom...

About Salvaje

Alma Herrera-Pazmiño

Attention to detail and attention to the customer was above what I expected. The staff supported me in allowing me to eat my breakfast while also timing the take out for my partner to be ready for when i left. Their home made chai was deliciously soothing and had a kick. It was a nice place to sit a...

About Salvaje

Michael Kramer

We were staying close by and stumbled into this gem. Mani was so friendly when we walked by, so we had to try it, and the food was out of this world. Such an amazing and delicious take on everything. I cannot recommend everything we tried high enough and I never leave reviews - eggs Benedict, chic...

About Salvaje

Melanie Saldana

Salvaje is a local hidden gem. I ate here for multiple meals on my long stay in Oaxaca. The food is so creative and delicious, best flat whites in town. Mane is so friendly, and always greeted us with huge smiles. This place is dog-friendly too. My favorites were the hot cakes and fried chicken sand...

About Salvaje

Eric Schibli

Absolutely delightful little cafe featuring great simple breakfasts and lunches made with incredible care. The barista was incredibly helpful and even made us a to-go kit for a dinner out of the city. The space is super charming and easy to get to as well, and they were playing great music too!

About Salvaje

Frequently Asked Questions about Restaurants in Oaxaca

The highest rated restaurant in Oaxaca is Zempazuchil with a 5.0/5 rating based on 140 Google reviews.
There are 192 restaurants listed in Oaxaca with a combined 155,038 reviews and an average rating of 4.4/5.
Oaxaca offers a wide variety of cuisines. The most popular are Mexican (59), Coffee & Cafes (43), Regional & Traditional (23), Bars & Cocktails (21), Seafood (7).
There are 95 budget-friendly restaurants in Oaxaca. Filter by price level to find affordable options near you.
Yes, Oaxaca has 10 upscale and fine dining restaurants. Sort by rating to find the best ones.