Criollo

4.6 (1999)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Calzada Madero 129, Centro, Oaxaca, OAX 68000

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2 people

May 19, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

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
MXN500 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
Neighborhood
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.
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. Fusionamos el concepto de un omakase con los sabores de México en un menú degustación de 10 tiempos que incluye postre, todo en un espacio privado. Nuestro servicio es completamente personalizado, con un enfoque en productos del mar, aunque nos adaptamos a cualquier restricción alimenticia para que disfrutes plenamente de la experiencia. Para complementar, contamos con una selección especial de bebidas como mezcales, sakes, kombucha, cerveza, tequilas y tepaches. Nuestro espacio íntimo está diseñado para grupos de entre 2 a máximo 16 personas.

MENÚ DE DEGUSTACIÓN
Nuestro menú degustación de seis tiempos está diseñado para ofrecer una experiencia gastronómica. Nos adaptamos a tus preferencias o restricciones alimentarias para que cada plato sea una expresión auténtica de nuestra cocina. Contamos con una opción de maridaje que incluye vinos, fermentos, destilados y cócteles, seleccionados para acompañar cada momento del recorrido. Importante: *No disponemos de menú a la carta

What 1,999 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 Ambiance
Oaxaca
Innovative
Oaxaca
Hot spot
Oaxaca
Great for outdoor dining
Oaxaca
Most Booked
Oaxaca
Best Overall
Oaxaca
Best Food
Oaxaca
Best Service
Oaxaca
Best Ambiance
Oaxaca
Innovative
Oaxaca
Good for groups
Oaxaca
Great for creative cocktails
Oaxaca
Hot spot
Oaxaca
Neighborhood gem
Oaxaca
Great for outdoor dining
Oaxaca
Romantic
Oaxaca
Vegetarian-friendly
Oaxaca
Lively
Oaxaca
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Criollo offers a unique dining experience in Oaxaca, celebrated for its "beautiful setting" and "exceptional tasting menu" that highlights Oaxacan flavors. Guests commend the "outstanding service" and "creative, delicious dishes." While some find it "overpriced," the overall ambiance and culinary artistry make it a "must-visit" for food enthusiasts.

1,999 Reviews

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Ollivier
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and charming place, everything was so delicious. Perfect moment.
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Rossana VIP
Charleston31 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is extraordinary, Restaurant has a very nice patio and Service y phenomenal.
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Susana
Monterrey2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
El ambiente muy agusto, el personal amable y la comida deliciosa. Nos dieron un detalle lindo por el día de las madres.
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Sarah
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food in a gorgeous setting. Highly recommend but we aware of the set tasting menu
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Valeria
Mexico City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Obligatorio comer aquí al venir a Oaxaca. El lugar, la comida, el servicio. Este sitio es la definición de impecable.
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Francisco
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fue excepcional y que desde la entrada es espectacular el ambiente que se vive es formidable la comida de muy alta calidad y la atención de gran nivel.
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Antonio
Mexico City5 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Buena experiencia en general, la comida muy buena nos tocó un día complicado, por las lluvias se cayó un techo de plástico en el centro del restaurante provocando caos para algunos asistentes extranjeros, nosotros nos tuvimos que mover al Bar para disfrutar los alimentos ya que había una fiesta que provocaba mucho ruido.
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Alejandra
Mexico City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fue una de las mejores experiencias Cada platillo fue un festín y la atención inigualable. Amamos ese lugar!!
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Ari
Mexico City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente lugar, comida increíble. Servicio de excelencia que te puede brindar la mejor atención y las recomendaciones adecuadas a tus gustos.
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Megan
Seattle2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really interesting food with surprising and inventive pairings. I highly recommend.
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FAQs

Criollo is rated 4.6 stars by 1999 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Calzada Madero 129, Centro, Oaxaca, OAX 68000

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Guadalupe Victoria
Neighborhood
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
MXN500 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

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

MESA DEL CHEF

Barra de Tacos

Menu

Menú degustación

MENÚ DE DEGUSTACIÓN

What 1,999 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Dining areas

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