Criollo

4.6

1835 Reviews

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Dec 31, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

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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, Outdoor Smoking Area, 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 un lugar especial al interior de nuestra cocina, la cual puede albergar hasta 4 comensales. Consiste en un menú de 7 tiempos con maridaje, preparado y relatado al momento por el chef.

What 1,835 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

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Oaxaca
Best Overall
Oaxaca
Best Food
Oaxaca
Best Service
Oaxaca
Best Ambiance
Oaxaca
Innovative
Oaxaca
Healthy
Oaxaca
Neighborhood gem
Oaxaca
Great for outdoor dining
Oaxaca
Romantic
Oaxaca
Good for special occasions
Oaxaca
Lively
Oaxaca
Most Booked
Oaxaca
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Criollo offers a "very delicious 6 course meal in a charming courtyard" with an "exquisite" culinary experience. Known for its "amazing flavors" and "fantastic" food, the restaurant provides a unique taste of Oaxaca with a magical ambiance. While some find it pricey, many agree it's "worth every penny."

1,835 Reviews

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Stephanie
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had an overall good experience here and would recommend it if you’re looking for a unique dining spot in Oaxaca. One of the highlights is their menu changes every day, they don’t provide a printed menu. Charming farmhouse vibes with chickens wandering around, which adds to the ambiance. I deducted stars because the atmosphere was disrupted by children running around and screaming, and unfortunately, the staff didn’t address it. While the food and setting are lovely, the lack of attention to maintaining a peaceful environment was disappointing.
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Lionel
VIP
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A superb culinary experience, the space is meticulously designed to make you feel like you’re in a huerto
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Miguel
Panama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nada especial el menú degustación. Overpriced for what really is.
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Oliver
Baja California
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
El lugar es muy agradable, la comida es muy buena, no manejan una carta como tal sino manejan menús por tiempos. Yo pedí menú maridaje. Las bebidas buenas pero me hizo falta un mezcal en el maridaje.
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Jorge
Mexico City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente lugar, muy original y servicio excepcional, el ambiente es muy familiar y divertido (fui a desayunar), había un grupo oaxaqueño tocando música regional. Recomiendo el sope de costilla. El pan dulce magnífico.
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Michelle
Oaxaca
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicioso y no tan caro para desayunos, pidan los chilaquiles con tasajo
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Geraldin
VIP
Baja California
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muy buena experiencia. El lugar es muy bonito y la comida muy rica. Si regresaría.
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gerardo
VIP
Nashville
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This is a cool place, the ambience was incredible and the restaurant is really pretty. The food was amazing loved it !!
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Laurent
VIP
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful atmosphere and exceptional service and lots of great surprises with the menu!
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jose
VIP
Mexico City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muy buena experiencia excepto que te cobran el agua Se me Hizo de mal Gusto
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FAQs

Criollo is rated 4.6 stars by 1835 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 31, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 50 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, Outdoor Smoking Area, 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

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

MESA DEL CHEF

Menu

A la carta

Sábados y domingos

Lunes a viernes

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