Kyja W.

For Valentine's Day, my husband booked us a reservation here. However, he didn't realize he accidentally selected the wrong date (2/15)! He called and they said that while they were booked for indoor seating, their outdoor seating should have availability, and has heaters for comfort. We decided to give it a try! We approached the host stand and were promptly seated on the entrance porch area--a unique deviation to the norm of back porch seating at most restaurants. I actually like this! The ambiance was cozy and charming. Alexei, our server, was very kind and helpful. He showed us pictures of items we had questions about and was attentive throughout our meal. I started with a cocktail called "condesa" and my husband had "la frozen" (a frozen margarita). Mine had a cute little flower in it! We also shared the chips and salsa trio "salsas & totopos" as well as the "queso fundido." The salsas were nice! My favorite was the creamy green one. The queso was one of our favorite dishes of the evening! So melty and hot and tasty. The chips are rustic with a nice crunch, but you can also choose tortillas to be served with the queso fundido if you want. For other tapas and sides, we shared "chicharrón de pulpo" (octopus) which was very flavorful, as well as the "sautéed mushrooms." The mushrooms also had onions in them which were yummy! The dish over all could have used more spices, but it was okay! My husband got the "octopus tacos dorados" for his entrée. They were plated beautifully and were bursting with flavor! For my entrée, I got the "flor de calabaza quesadilla" (squash blossom quesadilla) and also asked for a side of Mexican rice and black beans (they can do half and half which was great). The "rice and beans" were good. My quesadilla also had that mushroom onion mix inside which helped add texture and flavor. If it wasn't such a unique dish, I'd say to maybe pass on it. Not a lot of flavor here, but visually interesting and fun to try something "different." The salsas served with it (two from the salsa trio we had for an appetizer) helped a lot. Despite being on the blander side, I still enjoyed it. I also got a secondary cocktail ("condesa's kiss") from the Valentine menu which was okay but I preferred the staple "condesa" from the main menu. Over all, a nice introduction to a different Mexican cuisine than what you're used to! I'd love to come back to try more items.

Andrew B.

Five stars across the board for this establishment. We had no idea this place existed in our backyard. This is now been added to our top five list of Mexican restaurants in Atlanta. Their service was phenomenal, super friendly. The food was exceptional, including the the margarita; highly recommend the house. When I wouldn't recommend are the churros, a little mediocre. Can't wait to come back again with friends!

Kaylyn M.

Wonderful quick service! Everything we ordered was great especially the queso. The ambiance of this place was also amazing they have a beautiful patio space.

Suzanne C.

We went early on a Saturday after an art event. Sat at the bar with Davod. He was awesome. Knew everything about the menu and ingredients. My friends can't have gluten. The chips are the big ones you break and they were really good and the restaurant was not stingy with them like Bar Taco. The cheese dip with jalapeño's served in a skillet was amazing. You can chose between chips and. Or the tortillas. We got both. We also got a side of beans rice and mushrooms. We mixed these all up and put in the tortillas. I love mushrooms and these were great. The frozen margarita was good. Not amazing. My friends got the margarita on the rocks with the mezcal tequila. She loved it. It wasn't all ice like some bars serve up. Would go again. Also loved the atmosphere.

Mamta K.

Same country, totally different flavor story. Oaxacan food is like Mexico's deep, smoky, soulful cousin -- and once you've tried it, there's no going back. I was recently invited to @oaxacaatl Oaxaca, Chamblee to try their new menu additions -- and it was nothing short of a flavor fiesta! Bringing the authentic taste of Oaxacan cuisine to Atlanta, they use a mix of locally grown and imported ingredients that make every dish burst with freshness and depth. We started with some stunning appetizers -- equal parts gorgeous and delicious -- and the outdoor seating made it all even more perfect. Sampled - 1- Elote OR Esquite 2- Herb Guacamole ( gorgeous presentation and tasted great) 3- Queso Fundido ( best I've tried ) 4- Ceviche de Tuna ( was really appreciated) Their cocktails deserve their own spotlight -- the Condesa and OG Margarita were instant favorites The Taco Portobello ( was a unique presentation) The Pollo A la Lena The Grilled Truffle Salmon was a big hit!! The Bonemarrow With so many bold and vibrant flavors across their entrees, Oaxaca Chamblee is definitely one of those spots you'll want to go back to again and again.

Kien H.

So this is a really nice spot. If you wanted to have a little duck off and maybe have a small group or a date. It's also a pretty nice spot if you want to have a larger group that could sit outside. Not too large though. But this is a really good spot all together. It's Latin food so keep that in mind when you order, some of it may be topless other ones, maybe full entrees, but you can get the full Gambit of things that you're looking for here. When you come in, you'll be able to do free parking on the street. And there is a structure across the street as well. The bar area is really nice and everything is clean and the aesthetic looks very tropical. We came in for a drink because we had already eaten across the street and been meeting to try it. I had the OG margarita, which if your tequila fan, this will definitely be in your bag. They have a lot of mescal so if you want some smoke they can do that as well. They actually gave us a complimentary Margarita, but I'm not quite sure what it was necessarily, because it's not on the menu. But the fact that you gave me complimentary drinks was a big plus. The Bartender was super cool about it, he tried to explain it, but it overall a good experience.

Thu D.

There was some street construction the day we visited, so finding the right turn for the restaurant and parking garage was a bit tricky. Luckily, when you exit the parking garage, there are small signs that help guide you toward the hotel entrance. We had a reservation, but since it was early dinner time on a weekday, there were plenty of seats available both indoors and outdoors. The decor is really nice, stylish but comfortable. I do wish they had some backup seat cushions for customers who might need them since all the seats are hard, though that seems to be a common design choice in many restaurants nowadays. The servers were friendly, but they didn't seem too familiar with the menu. Once our food arrived, it was a little hard to get our server's attention, but any passing staff member was happy to help when we needed something. We ordered: - Ceviche de Camarón (shrimp ceviche): Fresh shrimp with a nicely balanced dressing, really good! - Esquite (corn off the cob with black garlic aioli, cotija cheese, and tajin): Flavorful and delicious. - Deep-Fried Shrimp Tacos (3 pcs): Super tasty and a favorite at our table. - Pollo a la Leña (half grilled chicken): We had the sauce on the side, but even after adding it, the chicken was still quite dry. The staff offered to add oil and regrill, but it didn't help much since the meat was already overcooked, the only disappointing dish of the night. We also had an octopus dish that I couldn't find on their online menu (forgot the name), but it was very good! It was my parents' anniversary, and they had a great time. We were too full for dessert, but we'll definitely come back the next time we're in the area.

Leah K.

Atmosphere was bumping, but the food and service weren't. It was very busy from about 6pm-8pm (when we left). Bar was packed, and there were crowds of people crammed together waiting for tables, which definitely added to the energy. Still a good vibe though! Overall, the food was good, just not great. Something felt a little "off" across most of the dishes. And if I'm comparing it to a similar local spot like Casi Cielo, Oaxaca really pales in comparison. What we ordered: * Herb guacamole - beautiful presentation, but way too much lime. * Ceviche de camarón - honestly didn't like this. We ate it only because it was $20 and we were hungry. Extremely acidic, zero balance, and the components didn't marry well. * Ensalada César - the dressing had dairy, so I had to sub a creamy avocado salsa, which they charged $4 for without saying. Salad itself was extremely basic--literally chopped romaine and breadcrumbs. * Menu issues - the online menu isn't updated. We went hoping for the tuna ceviche, but they only had a second shrimp ceviche option. It was better (serrano tomatillo + soy lime juice), but the weird ice-cream-scoop-style chunks of rock-hard avocado on top were... odd. It needed balance, but hard avocado scoops weren't it. * Skirt steak tacos with bone marrow - disappointing. Flavor was good, but the minced meat texture was weird and kept falling out of the tortillas. Service was slow slow slow, and I was really taken aback by the server trying to sneak in extra charges--especially for the only dairy-free dressing option.

Leyang Z.

A restaurant on my list for over a year. Finally I was able to give it a try during the fall break! And it did not let me down! Location is Chamblee dt, about 600m from Chamblee station, and it takes ~30min to get there by train. The restaurant had a huge (shaded) patio and a high-ceiling, spacious dining room. Unlike many Mexican restaurants in Atlanta, this one is decorated modernly and I like it. For food, I got the Gringuitas and side mushroom. While their Gringuitas had been triangle-shaped, what I ordered was more like folded taco -- or unclosed quesadilla. Anyway, it is a Mexican street food featuring meat and melted cheese. They put finely diced al pastor, oaxaca cheese and pineapples in it, and served with cilantro, onions, and avocado and tomatillo sauces. Everything was packed with flavor. I especially liked the al pastor -- it was rich, meaty, spicy, and the pineapple added just right amount of freshness and sweetness to it. The two dressings were also a bit spicy. The side mushroom dish was basically mushrooms sautéed with onions. A little bit too oilly to me, but luckily not very salty. The total price was $26. In short, you deserve trying this restaurant if you like Mexican food. Way better than many around Midtown, and meanwhile quite affordable. I may consider taking my friends there next time to try e.g. ceviche, bone marrow tacos, etc.

It's meant to be upscale but the quality and flavors were lacking. I had a Carajillo to drink, esquites as an app, and ordered both the pescado (current replacement for branzino?) and steak tyaluda. The fish had a better flavor but it had an unpleasantly strong fishy smell and taste, so I subbed for the steak that basically had 0 flavor. I'd come back for drinks maybe but otherwise it seems overpriced for what you're getting. Service was also slow for early afternoon.

Sidéwon Andre N.

Came here for a date and had a really great experience! I honestly had no idea there were restaurants hidden inside this apartment community--it was a cool surprise. The staff was super friendly, and the vibe of the restaurant was calm and relaxing. The food felt thoughtfully made--you can tell they care about presentation and use really fresh ingredients. I went for brunch, so I can't speak to lunch or dinner, but brunch was definitely a win! I especially liked the Queso Dip. Loved that they offered both pita chips and traditional chips--both were served in a fresh and creative way. Just a heads-up: based on other reviews (and my own take), this place seems to be part of a trend with Mexican restaurants in the city trying to elevate the dining experience. So depending on your expectations, it might be a hit or miss. If you're used to more traditional Mexican food and pricing, it might feel a little different. Still, I think it's worth checking out for yourself! I'd definitely come back and try more.

Amanda C.

Was excited to try this cute restaurant and because I hadn't had Oaxacan food for about a year since I last went to Mexico! Love the decor - great for a date or a cute girls brunch or dinner. Service was fine - not great but not bad, wished our waitress was a bit more attentive bc there were times where we wanted to catch her but she was nowhere to be found. Went during Saturday lunch and it was about 75% full. We didn't have reservations and were seated promptly. We ordered the hamachi crudo, steak sandwich, pork belly memela, and churros. The hamachi crudo was very fresh & tasty with thick pieces of tender fish. Quite acidic so fyi if you don't like that flavor! Husband was disappointed at how thin the pieces of steak were & how little meat was in the sandwich but enjoyed the potatoes on the side. My pork belly itself was flavorful and tender but the memela was a bit thick, dry, and not as flavorful as expected compared to what I had in Oaxaca, Mexico. Churros were good and not too sweet!! Loved the chocolate dip.

Lenin B.

If you are in Atlanta and want to experience Oaxaca cuisine, this is the place to be. Please advise that construction is being conducted on their street, and it's hard to get through. Service is incredible, multiple staff were very attentive The food selection was great. I had guacamole with their homemade chips (see the picture), and I had Carne asada tostadas, which had good flavors. Again, there is some renovation going on next to them, but the ambiance looks great.