Criollo - OAXACA DE JUÁREZ

I have never been more disappointed in a meal. After eating at Pujol we came with high expectations. Pujol was incredible this restaurant is nothing special and... read more I have never been more disappointed in a meal. After eating at Pujol we came with high expectations. Pujol was incredible this restaurant is nothing special and incredibly disappointing. They kept serving the wrong dishes and wrong drinks. Highly overpriced for what you receive. Seems...like the chef should spend some time where working the menu and his staff.

Always good food with a nice presentation. We ate outside on a cozy early summer evening. We started by ordering mussels (not as spicy as shown and very good) a... read more Always good food with a nice presentation. We ate outside on a cozy early summer evening. We started by ordering mussels (not as spicy as shown and very good) and the spinach salad with fried oysters - all excellent. The main courses of pork chop and duck were well prepared. The chard with tiny pieces of bacon with the duck was a nice change. The cherry compote was a bit overwhelming. Tried the Bonarda red wine (usually matured in stainless steel so that it lacked the soft, fruity taste), but returned to a reliable Malbec. Had a server in training that did a good job; Her mentor didn't smile much, which was disappointing. Overall, a pleasant meal.

Nice place, good food, friendly service. Zocalo deserves your visit. read more Nice place, good food, friendly service. Zocalo deserves your visit.

The food was delicious but sometimes the description of the courses was a bit precious. The flavours of the courses did not flow that well. Having said that the... read more The food was delicious but sometimes the description of the courses was a bit precious. The flavours of the courses did not flow that well. Having said that the complex flavours and interesting ingredients place the food at a high level in a city that has an outstanding newfood culture.

11 out of 10. Incredible service, creative and delicious culinary concepts with the ability to cater to food allergies and needs. I’m definitely returning! read more 11 out of 10. Incredible service, creative and delicious culinary concepts with the ability to cater to food allergies and needs. I’m definitely returning!