The Italian Coffee Company will feel familiar to anyone who's ever been in a Starbucks before. While the coffee selection may not be quite as extensive as Starbucks, this is still the place to go for fancier coffee drinks done right. Especially popular in the summers are the frapee's, like the "Frioreo", a blended cookies and cream coffee drink. The service is friendly, fast and economical, although they do have comfy armchairs if you would like to relax and take your time.
This little family-owned restaurant is tucked away in the residential neighborhood of San José La Noria, just south of the Centro Historico. This hidden gem serves up delicious meats of all kinds, but especially in the traditional Oaxacan style. Typical dishes include tasajo, a thin and typical cut of beef and cecina, a thin piece of pork, salted and rubbed with chile. The main attraction at El Molino, however, is steaks done perfectly, served in the typical Oaxacan style. After you're done eating, take a little time to wander around the charming and tranquil neighborhood.
The restaurant at Casa Oaxaca specializes in "nouvelle Mexican cuisine." The restaurant features two elegant dining spaces, a covered patio as well as the indoor dining room. Fresh and inventive dishes include roast meats, stuffed squash blossoms as well as a select number of the traditional Oaxacan moles.
One of the "splurge" restaurants of the city, Los Danzantes is named for the famous carved monoliths discovered at the nearby Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban. Go all out on dinner, or try the changing set lunch menu in the atrium, where the sky is mirrored into the reflecting pool. The food offered here is a modern kind of twist on traditional Oaxacan food, taking traditional and seasonal ingredients and using them in creative ways.
The Mercado 20 de Noviembre is full of all kinds of food stands. Here you can find all different varieties of bread from simple rolls to colorfully decorated sweet breads. The main draw here, however, are the comedores or food stands, which cook and serve up all kinds of Mexican and Oaxacan specialties. Try tortas, tamales, tacos, sopas, ensaladas and any other kind of traditional foods you can think of. Take this opportunity to try chapulines, or fried grasshoppers with chile. Legend says trying them will ensure you return to Oaxaca one day.
One of the most popular restaurants in the area, Pitiona is the place to be when seeking a scrumptious, Mexican meal. Upscale and sophisticated, expect nothing short of a highly relaxed, enjoyable experience from this marvelous restaurant. A team of highly experienced chefs work tirelessly to plan and perfect dishes that bring out the true essence of Mexican cuisine. Feast on an array of delectable Mexican meat preparations or opt for the popular wraps, that are certain to leave a imprint itself onto your memory. To complement your meal choose from a selection of exquisite wines and beers.
The restaurant at Casa Oaxaca specializes in "nouvelle Mexican cuisine." The restaurant features two elegant dining spaces, a covered patio as well as the indoor dining room. Fresh and inventive dishes include roast meats, stuffed squash blossoms as well as a select number of the traditional Oaxacan moles.
One of the "splurge" restaurants of the city, Los Danzantes is named for the famous carved monoliths discovered at the nearby Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban. Go all out on dinner, or try the changing set lunch menu in the atrium, where the sky is mirrored into the reflecting pool. The food offered here is a modern kind of twist on traditional Oaxacan food, taking traditional and seasonal ingredients and using them in creative ways.
The Mercado 20 de Noviembre is full of all kinds of food stands. Here you can find all different varieties of bread from simple rolls to colorfully decorated sweet breads. The main draw here, however, are the comedores or food stands, which cook and serve up all kinds of Mexican and Oaxacan specialties. Try tortas, tamales, tacos, sopas, ensaladas and any other kind of traditional foods you can think of. Take this opportunity to try chapulines, or fried grasshoppers with chile. Legend says trying them will ensure you return to Oaxaca one day.
Casa Blanca is one of the few Asian restaurants in the city, specifically Chinese food. Although most people tend to be wary of most "ethnic" foods in Mexico, Casa Blanca offers surprisingly good versions of Chinese classics. The restaurant is located in the north of the city, in Fracción La Cascada, just north of the Centro Historico and Xochimilco. So if your visit to the city leaves you wanting a break from tortillas, beans and heavy sauces, give Casa Blanca a chance.
Tucked away in this charming and tranquil suburb of Oaxaca City, Las Campanas in San Felipe del Agua serves up rustic traditional Oaxacan food. Sometimes, Las Campanas dishes out live entertainment along with its delicious food. Sample staples like Oaxacan beans, tamales, tacos and more while strolling around this pleasant area north of the Historic Center of Oaxaca City.
Head to Zandunga for a gastronomic experience unlike any other. The vibrant eatery offers authentic Mexican favorites such as tamales chambray, molotes, chileajo, toasted corn mole, mole shrimp, baked cochito and salads. Decadent desserts pamper the sweet tooth as well as add the perfect finishing touch to a wholesome meal. A variety of mezcals perfectly accentuate the exotic flavors of the food served. Located in the heart of Oaxaca, the lively ambiance of the restaurant attracts tourists and locals alike. Affordable prices welcome people of all budgets to come in and experience Mexican hospitality at its finest.