Oaxaca City

An incredible representation of the diversity of Mexican culture with gastronomic surprises around every corner, Oaxaca tops the list of Mexican cities to explore. locations marked with asterisks are not to be missed

 
 

eat

 

Boulenc *

beautiful aesthetic for brunch or dinner, coffee to-go next door and a BNB upstairs. website• instagram • location

Casa Oaxaca
el Restaurante *

rooftop restaurant in downtown oaxaca. website • instagram • location

Criollo *

Oaxaca’s most upscale tasting menu in a beautiful space. reservations needed. website • instagram • location

Muss Café *

cafe in boutique hotel Casa Antonietta, great to work remotely or grab a quick bite. website • instagram • location

Casa Taviche

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Ancestral Cocina Tradicional *

traditional and unique dishes from Oaxaca in a beautiful courtyard. not to miss. instagram • location

Origen *

beautiful restaurant in downtown oaxaca. website • location

Hierba Dulce

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Sabina Sabe

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Colectivo 1050

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CHEPICHE Cafe

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La Popular

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Teocintle Cocina Indígena

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Pan:am

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La Contra Oaxaca

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La Biznaga

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Cabuche

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drink

 

Mezcaloteca *

absolute must-visit. make a reservation to learn more about mezcal from experts. website • instagram • location

Selva Oaxaca Cocktail Bar *

stunning cocktail bar with creative cocktails in a beautiful space above los danzantes. website • instagram • location

In Situ Mezcalería

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Puro Burro

rooftop bar - order the octopus tacos! website • instagram • location

La Mezcalerita

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stay

 

Boulenc *

AVDB always stays here while in Oaxaca- normalize pastry hours for BNBs!
website• instagram • location

Pugseal Oaxaca

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GRANA B&B

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Casa Santo Origen

very upscale but worth the splurge. website • instagram • location

Casa Antonieta

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Oaxaca Coast

Between Puerto Escondido, Mazunte, San Agustinillo, and Zipolite, our team has spent months on the special Oaxaca Coast.

Here are our top recommendations.


please note that it is best to check the locations of the below list as a car is needed up and down the Oaxaca coast
locations marked with asterisks are not to be missed

 
 

eat

 

Chicama Peruvian Food Zicatela *

one of the best restaurants in puerto with a great vibe.
website • instagram • location

El Cafecito

cafe in puerto escondido.
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Espadín Restaurante

restaurant with a view and great sunset spot in puerto escondido. website • instagram • location

Almoraduz Cocina de Autor

seafood spot in puerto escondido. website • instagram • location

Spirulina

health food cafe with friendly staff in puerto escondido.
website • instagram • location

Restaurant El Nene

seafood spot in puerto escondido. website • instagram • location

El Pescador

favorite no frills beachfront restaurant in mazunte. location

Casa Corazon

beachfront cafe and restaurant in mazunte.
website • instagram • location

Mao Mau Thai & Asian Cuisine *

quality thai food in downtown zipolite.
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La Fenice

great pizza spot in zipoilte.
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Gula Gula *

best bakery/brunch spot in zipolite. instagram • location

El Alquimista *

beachfront hotel in zipolite with a great restaurant.
website • location • instagram

drink

 

Savanna - Café & Mezcal

all day restaurant with DJs at night in puerto escondido.
website • instagram • location

La Bruja Olvidada - Wine Shop

natural wine shop in puerto escondido.
website • instagram • location

Mezcaleria Gota Gorda *

incredible mezcal spot focusing on ancestral mezcal in zipolite. website • instagram • location

 
 

stay

 

Casona Sforza

famous for its architecture, close to puerto escondido, $$$.
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Hotel Casa Umi

beautiful hotel in puerto escondido.
website • instagram • location

Hotel Escondido

beachfront hotel about an hour north of puerto escondido near casa wabi, $$$.
website • instagram • location

Punta Pájaros Puerto Escondido

beachfront hotel about an hour north of puerto escondido near casa wabi, $$$. website • instagram • location

Casa Boutique La Malagueña

greek-inspired hotel in mazunte. website • location

Casa Aamori

stunning beachside hotel in san agustinillo. website • instagram • location

El Alquimista

beachfront hotel in zipolite with a great restaurant.
website • location • instagram

Hotel Noga

affordable beachfront hotel in zipolite.
website • instagram • location