Boulenc is a breakfast and cafe spot in the city center of Oaxaca. It's popular among tourists but…read morealso among locals as well. We went a little before open and there was already a small line forming. We ordered the ham and cheese croissant ($145 MXN) and the shakshuka ($135). The croissant was soft and I liked the cheesiness and creaminess. The shakshuka had a bit of spice and I liked dipping the bread into the sauce. The eggs were a little hard though and not runny at all. Both of these dishes were delicious and I still think about the shakshuka even today. For drinks we had the flat white ($58) and iced latte ($63) which were also good. We usually don't go to the same place more than once during our travels but this place was just so good we had to. This was my favorite brunch spot and I can see why it's such a popular spot.

Phenomenal. Canceled restaurant plans the next day so we could come back. The Cruaffle is like a…read moregrilled panini sandwich made in a waffle maker is a must try, as is the cucumber salad and betabel dip. Also, don't forget to order a bunch of bakery stuff before you leave. The ham and cheese croissant is so soft and delicious and surprisingly the tomatoes on soft baked break was a huge hit with my family.

Amazing Michelin star restaurant. We went for lunch to try…read moretraditional Oaxacan dishes. Loved sitting near the tortilla making station.

Love, love, love…read more It's easy to make a reservation online. I recommend making a reservation "Alta" which is the balcony seating -- in the evening, once it's cooled down, it's a beautiful setting. The food is fresh with amazing combination for flavors. The service is just.... Pure hospitality! Our server was so kind as we were tired from being out in the heat all day and he had a great sense of humor and made us feel incredibly at home. The tasado taco is an amazing blend of flavors. They have amazing mole -- with two mole trios -- or dedicated mole dishes. The mole negro is incredible! And the Coloradito with pork belly was my fav. They had great soups -- we tried boththw corn and the carrot specials. Just such a magical place bc of the hospitality and food combo! Thank you, Miguel (sp?)!!

I ate here four mornings in a row. They make the best cappuccino I have had in my life in any…read morecountry, anywhere. The young people staffing the restaurant are all sweet and charming, greeting us warmly every morning. They have choices for vegans, but every morning I loaded up on eggs, bacon and bread. It is inexpensive, fresh and yummy. If you're in this part of Oaxaca definitely stop by. PS The corner it's on was the easiest place to catch a cab for us the 5 days we were there.

Oh man, this place is so good! And they have some homemade hot sauce that you can buy at their…read morestore next door! This was the best breakfast place we went to. Got the desayuno de chilaquiles verdes, it was incredibly difficult to figure out how to say sunny side up in Spanish, it's defintiely doesn't help to use arriba and sol in the same sentence, but saying cooked one side is the correct way. My friend got something with crickets, which he had no idea til halfway, it was super good but it was a bit of a mental battle for him to down it. We sat outside and it was the spot to be, inside is nice but it was kind of dim for a sunny day.

Brilliant! This place is amazing! The staff are too nice and work so hard to provide such…read moreexperience! The environment is very inviting and the food is delicious! Come with friends!

Must admit, I was hesitant while on a vacation in Mexico to go for something Mediterranean but twas…read moreopen, nearby, and had positive coffee reviews, so we took a chance. One of the best decisions of the trip! The M&M special lived up to its name. Perfectly cooked, delicious flavors, my only disappointment was that I wish it came with slightly more bread to soak up the goodness of it all. Company ordered the toasts and while I didn't taste them because I loved my dish, they looked good. The avocado toast comes with their salsa macha, which I enjoyed but could be a bit much if you're not into spice. The turmeric coffee was earthy and glad I tried it but I needed more caffeine so I ordered the iced agave latte which helped and was refreshing too! We ate in the courtyard which was cute but the chairs were hella uncomfortable. Despite that, would highly recommend! Typical to my experience in Oaxaca, there's no rush to turn tables, so we waited a bit for the check but the lesson learned there is to ask for the check when they pick up your plates if you don't plan on lollygagging.

Restaurant super cute. Service top notch. Food delicious. Drinks yummy. They even entertained us as…read morewe tried to (badly) do a tiktok dance.

Such a beautiful experience to dine here. We sat on their roof top and it was perfect even in the…read moreheat. There's not one bad food item on the menu. Our server and everyone that worked there was so kind and helpful.

Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend asking for a mocha…read morebut hot chocolate, foam & all!

Cute hidden spot. Would recommend. The staff was so nice and gave me lots of recommendations to go…read more My favorite was the banana nut bread with coffee

This is a very good quality restaurant in Oaxaca. Food is always consistent delicious. Their coffee…read moreis much better than the typical coffee shop in town. We have found ourselves returning to this cozy Love Coffee restaurant on many trips.

Note! do not use GPS or other addresses! Use the address posted below in my photos!!!…read more After wandering around a little bit to try to find a place... We had a lovely meal with the nicest people. Highly highly recommended. Very low Key and local.

Great coffee, great service! I had a latte and a croissant. How is it that Mexican croissants are…read morepossibly BETTER than the ones in France? Maybe I'm biased because I love Mexico so much. Muss Cafe is a gem.

Muss Cafe is a coffee shop located on the first floor of the Casa Antonieta hotel in the city…read morecenter of Oaxaca. This is not as well-known as other popular cafe spots in the area so it's not as busy and there is seating inside. We ordered the shakshuka ($125) and baguette jamon serrano y mozarella ($195). The shakshuka base was more of a soup than a sauce and its flavor was decent. We asked for the sandwich without olives but it still had some in there but it was fine. For drinks the flat white ($65) and americano ($45) were okay. It's more peaceful and not as busy if that's the vibe you're looking for. If you want another place to relax you can head through the door at the back of the cafe to the lobby of the hotel. If you're staying at the hotel this cafe is very convenient to get pastries or coffee.

An Oasis on the outskirts of Central Oaxaca City. It's definitely worth the walk!…read more The Patio is a tropical haven from the heat. You have to try a few items on the menu and share plates. We ordered a few items and were completely satisfied with everything! The food tasted extremely fresh! Just look at the vibrant colors that cover the plates. The Toast Con Pina was a delicious way to finish breakfast, which was served with a side of fruit. I'm not going to describe the food here, because the pictures I was able to capture say it all. The color, the texture, the layers, the aroma...as they say, you eat with your eyes. You can sneak a peek at the ladies in the back making the bread from scratch in an open-space area that's hard to ignore. You are captivated by every inch of this place. The live music by a violinist, just "wow"!!! Oaxaca is represented well by this place!

Step off the sidewalk a few steps into a gated street to find this gorgeous courtyard restaurant…read more At 6pm, I had the place to myself. This hidden gem has a small but diverse menu of fresh and tasty dishes. It's mango season, so I jumped at the salad option. I could have had more jicama, but the salad is a nice change from the meat/tortilla/queso diet I've been on the last week and a half. Ceviche is a big deal in Oaxaca, and this is one of the best I've ever had. The coconut milk is an unexpected and refreshing twist that adds a depth of flavor to this delicious fish. I was also pleasantly surprised by the sauvignon blanc from Baja, California. This lovely Cafe offers breakfast, lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday and breakfast only on Sunday and Monday. Check the Google Maps listing for hours, that seems to match what's posted at the restaurant. And if you're wondering what a Chepiche is, it's a Mexican herb apparently similar to cilantro often used to season meats. That explains the very herb/vegetable forward menu. Reminds me a lot of California farm-to-fork cuisine. Great Playlist of extremely romantic soft rock/folk music in Spanish. I've been Shazamming almost every song! This is not my cheapest meal in Oaxaca by far, but sometimes self care looks like a date night for one. Thanks, Chepiche Cafe. You were just what I needed and more tonight.