The salsa made right at the table was a nice touch, definitely adds to the vibe. Cocktails were solid, and I really liked the short rib. Duck came out a bit dry though. Terrace has a good view but it fills up fast, so better book ahead if you want one of those spots.

The pizza and salads were solid, and the rooftop terrace is a nice touch. Staff did their job. But honestly, for Mexico, the bill felt a bit steep for what you get.

The tasting menu was solid, especially the soft-shell crab taco. Staff adjusted things for my dietary needs without any fuss. Price is steep, but the courtyard is lovely. Just wish the seating was a bit more comfortable.

Came here with a few friends and honestly the vibe was the best part. We sat outside, music was good, not too loud. Jos&eacute; Maria took care of us the whole night, super friendly without hovering. Food was solid too, but that service really made it easy to just chill and catch up. Would come back for sure. 😊

The mezcal list here is seriously good&mdash;lots of options I hadn&rsquo;t tried before. I only grabbed a few small bites, but they were solid, especially the ones with the smoky flavors. Staff was chill and didn&rsquo;t rush us, which I appreciated. Place got a little loud later on, but it didn&rsquo;t ruin the vibe. I&rsquo;d come back just for the drinks honestly.

Rooftop seating&rsquo;s solid at night. Bruschetta was the star. Carbonara was okay, just not that creamy. Server kept up fine.

Big portions for the price, that&#39;s for sure. Sides and sauces tasted fresh, but the meat was a little bland. Service was quick though.

Went twice during my stay. Food&rsquo;s fresh, plating&rsquo;s got some thought behind it. The memelitas with octopus and beans hit the spot. Dessert&mdash;the &ldquo;Grandma&rsquo;s corn pancake&rdquo;&mdash;was the real standout, like a corn souffl&eacute; with burnt sugar. Service stayed friendly both visits. Place gets busy, but it held up fine.

Breakfast was decent &mdash; traditional Oaxacan dishes done right. The courtyard with the fountain is a nice touch. Pretty good way to start the day.

The tlayudas were solid, but honestly the calamari stole the show&mdash;crispy and tender. Cocktails hit the spot too. Nice spot for a casual bite with a view.

The tetelas with mushrooms were solid, memelitas too. Open kitchen is cool to watch. Just got busy and we waited a bit.

The chile relleno and taquitos with plantain and hibiscus were really good. Loved the microbrew selection too. Prices felt fair for what you get.

Been coming here for a while now, breakfast never disappoints. Got the omelette again, comes with fruit, juice, and coffee. Portion&#39;s big enough that I skipped lunch, honestly. Service is quick too, which I appreciate on weekdays. Place gets busy but they handle it fine. Solid spot if you want a proper meal to start the day.

Pasta was solid and the portions are big. Pizza dough tasted legit too. Prices fair for what you get. Quick enough for a lunch break.

Stopped by for lunch on a weekday. Chilaquiles were solid, mole had good depth. Place is big, not cramped, easy to get a table. Service was quick enough for a work break. Prices fair for what you get. Fine if you&#39;re in the area and want something decent without the hassle.

Stopped by for lunch on a weekday. Place was busy but we got seated right away. Food follows the Isthmus tradition, well executed. Service was courteous and quick. Ambiance is welcoming, nothing fancy but comfortable. Solid choice if you&#39;re in the area and want something reliable.

Went for the 99 peso buffet and honestly it&rsquo;s such a steal. Lots of vegan stuff too&mdash;curried veggies, lentils, dhal. I&rsquo;m not even vegan and I was happy. The owner&rsquo;s super nice, even sells Indian spices on the side. Hard to find that around here. Definitely a good spot if you&rsquo;re hungry and wanna try something different. 😊

The whole fish in Sichuan sauce was pretty good&mdash;though I&#39;d have asked for more heat if I&#39;d known. They handled my no-MSG request fine, which I appreciated. Only thing was the exhaust smell in the room, kinda strong. Decent spot overall, but that smell stuck with me.

Food was decent, place is clean and open. Service slows down when it gets busy though. Took a while to get the check, but nothing terrible. Fine if you&#39;re not in a rush.

Solid spot for a relaxed meal. Patio was shaded and comfortable even in the heat. Service was fine, nothing fancy. Good enough if you&#39;re in the area.

The pastries were great but service felt a bit cold. Courtyard seating is nice, just wish the chairs were comfier for lingering over a drink.

Stopped by for lunch right on the Z&oacute;calo. Had the turkey in black mole&mdash;solid, rich flavor. House white wine was better than expected. Yeah, it&#39;s touristy and you pay for the location, but the food held up. Service was efficient, no complaints. Good spot if you&#39;re already in the area and want something decent without wandering far.

The corn and cheese empanadas were really good&mdash;fresh, not greasy at all. I liked that they weren&#39;t overloaded with cheese, just enough to taste it. Place felt clean too, which I appreciate. Service was fine, nothing crazy. Maybe a bit quiet for a weekday lunch, but that&#39;s okay. I&#39;d go back if I&#39;m in the area again.

The tasting menu here really shows off Oaxacan ingredients in a way I haven&#39;t seen elsewhere. Service was attentive without hovering, which I appreciated. Only thing is the seats are a bit hard after two hours, but honestly the food kept me distracted. I&#39;d come back for a special occasion, though it&#39;s not cheap.

This restaurant offers an incredible view of the Santo Domingo Temple, and the food is excellent. It&#39;s a great place to unwind and enjoy a meal.

Stopped by for a quick lunch. Got the seasonal menu, pretty solid. That tomato dessert thing was wild, never had anything like it. Service was fast, which I appreciated. Place was a bit pricey for what it is, but the food&#39;s good. Good spot if you&#39;re in Oaxaca and want something quick but interesting.

The garnachas here taste like someone&rsquo;s abuela actually made them. Crispy, a little greasy, perfect with the salsa. Tamales were solid too, soft and steamy. Place is small and simple, no frills, but the flavors carry it. I&rsquo;d come back just for that. Maybe not the cheapest, but you&rsquo;re paying for the real deal.

The huevos divorciados were really good, and the rooftop made it a nice spot to enjoy my juice. David took care of us well.

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