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I wanted to love Boulenc given the constant lines and rave reviews, and the nice ambiance, but my experience was genuinely disappointing across the board. The Food: I ordered the Reuben sandwich, the lamb flatbread from the specials menu, and a fruit tart from the bakery next door. All three were underwhelming. The Reuben was incredibly bland - the meat had no flavor, and the bread was a hard, nutty wheat that didn't work for this type of sandwich at all. I figured maybe I'd have better luck with their pizza since they're known as a bakery, so I ordered the lamb flatbread special. It looked like they just smeared the lamb on dough and called it a day - no care or attention to detail. The fruit tart from the bakery was stale with thick, bland cream that tasted like it had zero sugar. For a place with a bakery reputation, this was shocking. The Service: The waitress had an attitude from the start. When I ordered the lamb flatbread, she told me "it's going to take 45 minutes" (it took 20) When I said I didn't mind waiting, she seemed annoyed. It also took forever to get my michelada - literally tomato juice, seasonings, and beer, nothing complicated. Menu Availability Issues: Multiple items I wanted weren't available. They were out of all beer but corona,, and apparently hamburgers, pizzas, and most of their specials menu aren't available until after 2 PM. I ordered a green juice, I was told that also wasn't available until 2 PM. The limited availability felt arbitrary. I also ordered a baked good from the restaurant, but the waitress forgot it entirely, so I had to go next door only to find the goods from the bakery and restaurant are different, and what i got from the bakery (the fruit tart) was also bland.
One of the better bakeries in Oaxaca. I just got their grab and go pastries from their bakery section and didn't stop to order food. There are tons of options to choose from but I went with one of their loaf slices and a cookie. The loaf slice was delicious. It had hints of chocolate and cream in it. The cookie wasn't the best...I've had much better. Next time I'm in Oaxaca I have to stop and dine in as they had several lunch options to choose from as well. The bakery is adjacent to the restaurant. Keep that in mind if you want to dine in. Inside of the restaurant was open air and inviting.
This is a hip Oaxaca establishment. Everyone constantly recommends this place. We came here twice so far. The first time was for pastries and the second time for the sandwiches. Pastries: - All are so delicious!!! I really liked the croissants and pan dulce - Everything seemed fresh and constantly baked Sandwiches: - Super delicious - Banh mi (I believe it's vegetarian - mushroom based) - BLT (that bacon - more like pastrami - was soooo thick and good) - I was a big fan of the bread - When you order, you pick it up on the side (there will be a place to pick up your sandwich) The line here can be sometimes long (not sure why it gets long sometimes since my orders typically go quickly). I think it's from people being indecisive sometimes (rather than the staff). The staff is super quick You can pay by credit card too
So many great things to say about Boulenc. If you're interested in having something a little different from Oaxacan cuisine, this is the place. Brunch and the pizzas are delicious! It's basically a restaurant that you can come and have breakfast or a cocktail. There's a mini bar in the back. Great service!
The place it is in can be confusing but you can't miss the big doors and people usually lined up outside by it. The wait wasn't that long - we did have a reservation so it could be different if you don't. The food was amazing !! Good flavors and nice environment. I had a matcha but it tasted like regular milk. I tried my friend's coffee and it tased better than the matcha. Th portion of the drinks isn't that big but the food makes up for it.
I fell in love with the aesthetics of this place; there are different rooms and the open-air concept is enticing. My friend and I ordered some brunch foods which weren't very "Mexican" but it fuses some American foods with traditional Mexican flavors which is perfect for those who appreciate fusion foods. The coffee here is my favorite; I would highly recommend the latte de dulce de leche frío for anyone who likes sweeter drinks. They also are so flexible here; they let me use their wifi, outlets, and I ended up staying here for 6 hours working on my laptop and drinking different coffees.
Dare I say a can't-miss spot in Oaxaca? Among a world class culinary landscape, Boulenc definitely stood out as a highlight. Shout out brother Omar and Miss Andrea for the recommendation. Adored the ambiance - high ceilings, unique, and thoughtful. Our coffees and juices could not have been better. The shakshouka and croque monsieur featuring their fresh sourdough were simply divine. And the almond chocolate croissant? Say less. Thank you, Boulenc.
This is a beautiful establishment with amazing pastries and breakfast. They also serve lunch and dinner here. I'm not sure how the lunch and dinner options are but the breakfast is amazing. My fiancé and I ordered the molletes and shakshuka. The molletes were just ok, not my favorite. But the shakshuka is a winner. Portion sizes were huge. Make sure to come early because there's always a wait but the line goes pretty fast. We came here on a Friday morning at 10AM and waited for 15 minutes. I will definitely be coming back here the next time in town. You won't regret it!
A cool brunch spot in Oaxaca. Pictured is my wife's molletes with some of the thickest bacon pieces I've seen. My entree was a ham and cheese toast which was solid, but get the molletes if you can. I also ordered the melon and strawberry agua fresca, and that was easily one of the best drinks I've ever had. Server was nice and the place had cool art on the wall. Good vibes all around.
I came here on three separate occasions and WOW WOW WOW. I wish i lived near there so i could go every day. At first i had the croissant de jamon y quesillo. the croissant was buttery and flaky and just perfect. I had the latte estragon frio as a drink and I was literally shaky right after, the caffeine hit hard on this one. I was told the pizza here was delicious so we went a different night and LOVED that they had the option to order halves of different pizzas. So we ordered 4 different halves. All so so good. And the best dish there, hands down, is the Shakshuka. I cant do spice so I asked if they could accommodate that and they were more than happy to. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. You all need to try. This place is also a hotel and you can stay there which is pretty neat. The servers were all so kind and the service was great. There was a small wait time each time I went but it is 100% worth it.
Boulenc is a breakfast and cafe spot in the city center of Oaxaca. It's popular among tourists but also 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. read more
Phenomenal. Canceled restaurant plans the next day so we could come back. The Cruaffle is like a grilled 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. read more
29 days ago
Delicious pastries, entrees (eggs, panini, yogurt dishes, sourdough bread), and incredible coffee. Really lovely and nice staff. read more
3 months ago
Un lugar super rico para desayunar super cerca del centro. Los molletes están deliciosos, pero definitivamente para compartir. La razón de las 4 estrellas es porque esperaba que tuvieran opciones como de pan dulce y la mesera que nos tocó no era muy servicial. read more
7 months ago
I wanted to love Boulenc given the constant lines and rave reviews, and the nice ambiance, but my experience was genuinely disappointing across the board. The Food: I ordered the Reuben sandwich, the lamb flatbread from the specials menu, and a fruit tart from the bakery next door. All three were underwhelming. The Reuben was incredibly bland - the meat had no flavor, and the bread was a hard, nutty wheat that didn't work for this type of sandwich at all. I figured maybe I'd have better luck with their pizza since they're known as a bakery, so I ordered the lamb flatbread special. It looked like they just smeared the lamb on dough and called it a day - no care or attention to detail. The fruit tart from the bakery was stale with thick, bland cream that tasted like it had zero sugar. For a place with a bakery reputation, this was shocking. The Service: The waitress had an attitude from the start. When I ordered the lamb flatbread, she told me "it's going to take 45 minutes" (it took 20) When I said I didn't mind waiting, she seemed annoyed. It also took forever to get my michelada - literally tomato juice, seasonings, and beer, nothing complicated. Menu Availability Issues: Multiple items I wanted weren't available. They were out of all beer but corona,, and apparently hamburgers, pizzas, and most of their specials menu aren't available until after 2 PM. I ordered a green juice, I was told that also wasn't available until 2 PM. The limited availability felt arbitrary. I also ordered a baked good from the restaurant, but the waitress forgot it entirely, so I had to go next door only to find the goods from the bakery and restaurant are different, and what i got from the bakery (the fruit tart) was also bland. read more
One of the better bakeries in Oaxaca. I just got their grab and go pastries from their bakery section and didn't stop to order food. There are tons of options to choose from but I went with one of their loaf slices and a cookie. The loaf slice was delicious. It had hints of chocolate and cream in it. The cookie wasn't the best...I've had much better. Next time I'm in Oaxaca I have to stop and dine in as they had several lunch options to choose from as well. The bakery is adjacent to the restaurant. Keep that in mind if you want to dine in. Inside of the restaurant was open air and inviting. read more
This is a hip Oaxaca establishment. Everyone constantly recommends this place. We came here twice so far. The first time was for pastries and the second time for the sandwiches. Pastries: - All are so delicious!!! I really liked the croissants and pan dulce - Everything seemed fresh and constantly baked Sandwiches: - Super delicious - Banh mi (I believe it's vegetarian - mushroom based) - BLT (that bacon - more like pastrami - was soooo thick and good) - I was a big fan of the bread - When you order, you pick it up on the side (there will be a place to pick up your sandwich) The line here can be sometimes long (not sure why it gets long sometimes since my orders typically go quickly). I think it's from people being indecisive sometimes (rather than the staff). The staff is super quick You can pay by credit card too read more
So many great things to say about Boulenc. If you're interested in having something a little different from Oaxacan cuisine, this is the place. Brunch and the pizzas are delicious! It's basically a restaurant that you can come and have breakfast or a cocktail. There's a mini bar in the back. Great service! read more
1 year ago
The place it is in can be confusing but you can't miss the big doors and people usually lined up outside by it. The wait wasn't that long - we did have a reservation so it could be different if you don't. The food was amazing !! Good flavors and nice environment. I had a matcha but it tasted like regular milk. I tried my friend's coffee and it tased better than the matcha. Th portion of the drinks isn't that big but the food makes up for it. read more
2 years ago
I fell in love with the aesthetics of this place; there are different rooms and the open-air concept is enticing. My friend and I ordered some brunch foods which weren't very "Mexican" but it fuses some American foods with traditional Mexican flavors which is perfect for those who appreciate fusion foods. The coffee here is my favorite; I would highly recommend the latte de dulce de leche frío for anyone who likes sweeter drinks. They also are so flexible here; they let me use their wifi, outlets, and I ended up staying here for 6 hours working on my laptop and drinking different coffees. read more
1 year ago
Great service, good and ambiance. Come for a meal, snack, drink or desserts with your family or friends. You won't be disappointed. read more
Dare I say a can't-miss spot in Oaxaca? Among a world class culinary landscape, Boulenc definitely stood out as a highlight. Shout out brother Omar and Miss Andrea for the recommendation. Adored the ambiance - high ceilings, unique, and thoughtful. Our coffees and juices could not have been better. The shakshouka and croque monsieur featuring their fresh sourdough were simply divine. And the almond chocolate croissant? Say less. Thank you, Boulenc. read more
This is a beautiful establishment with amazing pastries and breakfast. They also serve lunch and dinner here. I'm not sure how the lunch and dinner options are but the breakfast is amazing. My fiancé and I ordered the molletes and shakshuka. The molletes were just ok, not my favorite. But the shakshuka is a winner. Portion sizes were huge. Make sure to come early because there's always a wait but the line goes pretty fast. We came here on a Friday morning at 10AM and waited for 15 minutes. I will definitely be coming back here the next time in town. You won't regret it! read more
A cool brunch spot in Oaxaca. Pictured is my wife's molletes with some of the thickest bacon pieces I've seen. My entree was a ham and cheese toast which was solid, but get the molletes if you can. I also ordered the melon and strawberry agua fresca, and that was easily one of the best drinks I've ever had. Server was nice and the place had cool art on the wall. Good vibes all around. read more
I came here on three separate occasions and WOW WOW WOW. I wish i lived near there so i could go every day. At first i had the croissant de jamon y quesillo. the croissant was buttery and flaky and just perfect. I had the latte estragon frio as a drink and I was literally shaky right after, the caffeine hit hard on this one. I was told the pizza here was delicious so we went a different night and LOVED that they had the option to order halves of different pizzas. So we ordered 4 different halves. All so so good. And the best dish there, hands down, is the Shakshuka. I cant do spice so I asked if they could accommodate that and they were more than happy to. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. You all need to try. This place is also a hotel and you can stay there which is pretty neat. The servers were all so kind and the service was great. There was a small wait time each time I went but it is 100% worth it. read more
Not much I can say that hasn't already been said about this place. It is an essential spot to visit in Oaxaca. The food is always consistent and delicious. They have great coffees and teas, as well as pastries and the best breads. It's a really cool place, sitting outdoor and I believe you can also stay at this location. read more
2 years ago
Ok, wasn't really expecting this, what a great find. Three parts to this lovely restaurant, the bakery, sundries, and coffee to go area and the restaurant located to the right of this. Baked goods and bread looked stellar, great sauces and items to take away, good coffee etc. Inside restaurant was casual and comfortable, staff efficient and nice, we didn't go upstairs. read more
11 months ago
2 years ago
The burgers was great. Juicy and high quality ingredients. Pizza was great too. Cool garden like atmosphere. Drinks were very refreshing too. We had lemonade and raspberry lemonade. Only downside was the roasted potatoes/fries. They were bland and dry. read more
This place always has a wait so you know it's good! We stopped by 3 times and finally around 8:00pm the wait was down to 5 minutes and we could grab a table. The croissants are delicious!! They are known for their pastries so we had to try something and the almond croissant did not disappoint. The pizza was also delicious! The crust was beautifully baked and the cheese was very fragrant and delicious. We sat in the upstairs area and it was very moody and cozy! read more
Exquisite food The food at this café bakery restaurant is exquisite! We enjoyed our main meals and the desserts (tiramisu made with hazelnut biscotti and brownie) were amazing. The main meals were accompanied by their signature sourdough which was terrific! (Note that several Oaxacan eateries are using the Boulenc sourdough!) Unfortunately, the lack of lighting meant that everyone had to use their phones to see the menu, the food and their bills! The music was also a bit too loud so it was hard to hold a conversation. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
This review is for the baked goods. I tried their croissant and almond croissant and they are acceptable but not out of the ordinary. From speaking with locals they used to be on a higher level but the last few years the quality has gone down as their volume has gone up. Totally understandable but if you are picky about your croissants I found a better one at a much smaller bakery nearby. If you are in the area I would say go ahead and try Boulenc for yourself - I feel Boulenc is not bad I was just disappointed based on all the super high reviews. It didn't live up to the hype. read more
Boulnec was our most visited food spot of our trip. We came here twice and was it worth it. Wouldn't say it's the most authentic Oaxaca cuisine but it was a great breakfast spot for healthy eating. We would start our breakfast with a Green Juice and Coffee. I would customize my order of the Aguacate Y Cilantro by adding poached eggs and bacon. Basically Avocado toast with eggs and bacon. Super delicious. Forgot to ask what the name of the pastry we would get was called but if you see in the photo the pastry is a 10 out of 10 in flavor! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
She loves a good bakery and I'm always interested in what's at the top of everyone's list in certain cities. Boulenc came up on numerous lists as I was researching yummy bakeries to try in the area. I knew I'd walk over for breakfast while in town. The space is perfect and I found them with ease. I was going to order to-go when I realized I actually had time to stay, so I walked around to their restaurant side and secured a table. Service was quick and friendly. I don't think you can go wrong with any of their fresh baked pastries. I also wanted a little yogurt dish with fresh fruit so I paired that with my latte and chocolate almond croissant. Boulenc makes for the perfect special bakery and restaurant setting for a lovely breakfast if you're looking for sit down or takeaway. I'd have to say I agree with the crowd, this place is a definite must if you find yourself in Oaxaca. read more
11 months ago
5 years ago
5 stars hands down! Make a reservation or come early and prepare to wait. We waited 25 mins. Per my photos attached, all good was delicious. I will say, I'm biased when it comes to shakshuka given I've had very tasty shakshuka in the states, particularly Israel, unfortunately but fortunately. This one comes pretty sweet due to the sweet tomates, so I left most of that behind but ate the eggs. They're French toast was by far a fave item of mine. So easy to tear and it melts in your mouth! The best I've had by far! **Must order** Fruit, granola, with yogurt, we got an order of that, and a custom one with kefir because we wanted the probiotic. We loved the probiotic! Note, it's bland, but if you're a fan of it then get it, otherwise stick to the original. The tea, was by far fresh (can you see how green it is??), so I recommend it if you're thinking about a hot tea. Last but not least, the service and ambiance (not to mention the cool decor and building) was awesome! Buen provecho! read more
In a bout of exhaustion after some long days (and nights) a western meal sounded beyond comforting. This was also a spot quite highly rated and reviewed by various food publications. Though I had initially intended to come for some pastries and coffee, I'm very glad we sat in the restaurant and came for a dinner. We went in pretty late in the evening around 10 pm after a bit of a sluggish day and ordered the Greek salad, and salami pizza. I also had a few glasses of the house wine. The wine was pretty decent considering the price, super easy to drink and mild/dry. For food, I found the Greek salad to be really interesting. It was light on the vegetables and quite heavy on the cheese. It also had some lime (I think?) squeezed in. I interpreted it as the Mexican flare on a Greek salad. The pizza was great. They are known for their fermentation, and the pizza crust did not disappoint. Great crisp, chew, and acidity. The pizza is accompanied by two salsas, catrina and macha (chili oils). Both were good but the macha was definitely our collective favorite - but very spicy! Didn't expect to get dessert but honestly it was such a hit. I believe it was a brownie and ice cream combo but the ice cream was incredible. It has an almost seductive buoyant texture that melts but still has a good heaviness to it. If this ice cream was sold on its own, I'd probably get it in a pint. Overall, I think we paid $35 per person for this meal, with drinks and dessert. read more
2 years ago
We knew we were in for a treat when we had to stand in line for fifteen minutes. After being seated, our server was very attentive and took our orders right away. My wife had a latte with an almond croissant while I had the cappuccino with a chocolate croissant. We also ordered the English muffin with eggs. The food was delicious. I wish I knew about this place sooner. I highly recommend it. read more
If you are craving a more American style brunch this is the spot. Just like top brunch spots in the US, you will likely have a long wait for a table. Unlike the US, the food comes so fast it feels hurried, and staff seem focused on turning it tables over providing service. That said, the food was excellent. I just wish I could have relaxed while enjoying it. read more
Boulenc in Oaxaca, Mexico serves artisan breads, pastries, and food in a beautiful, airy space with foliage and art. We got the molletes and the hot cakes to eat, green juice, and the juice of the day (cucumber orange) to drink. Everything was tasty and I loved the table salsas. One has sesame seeds and I believe cranberries, so good and flavourful! The space is big and full of greens and plants. There's a downstairs space and upstairs. We sat upstairs. Service was nice and the server had great recommendations. They also have a pastry shop just next door. We got a couple pastries and an iced coffee with tarragon to go. We got the almond croissant and orange cornbread, the cornbread was fantastic! So delicious! Would love to come again! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Mullen does not really need another five star review. It's popularity is well deserved. All of their food is excellent the salad,s , sandos, all the breads are outstanding, as is the ambience and the service. When you tired of typical Mexican fare , this is a great place to dine. read more
2 years ago
We met some family for brunch here and waited about 15 minutes. We originally went to the Jalatlaco location but it was closed. The old building is beautiful, it's a small place but worth it. The food is amazing, we had avocado toast, shasuka, croque monsieur. All coffee drinks and hot chocolate were so good. I ended up ordering an Irish coffee and the cream on it was out of this world. read more
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3 years ago
Boulenc comes across as a hipster-hangout for breakfast; just look who's in line. While the crowd seemed touristy, we saw no Americans. This is a place to start your day with in-house baked goods of croissants, pastries or rolls or a full breakfast entree of French toast or pancakes. If that doesn't wake your senses, the medium/dark full-bodied coffee will. Quick attentive service was friendly. The interior vibe is retro-chic and it is relaxing and airy, like sitting down as a child at your mom's breakfast table. read more
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Calle General Porfirio Díaz 207
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