Oaxaca City is a place where culinary tradition runs deep, and its cafe culture is no exception. While the region is world-famous for mole and mezcal, the local coffee scene has quietly become a reason to visit on its own. Travelers planning a trip to this vibrant Mexican destination often find themselves searching for a comfortable place to sip a perfectly pulled espresso or a slow-brewed Oaxacan blend.
The best cafes here are more than just places to grab caffeine. They are cultural hubs where local artists gather, where traditional Oaxacan chocolate meets modern pastry techniques, and where the slower pace of southern Mexico is celebrated. Whether you need a quiet corner for remote work or a sun-drenched patio for people-watching, the city offers a surprising variety of specialty coffee experiences.
Because the historic center is so walkable, cafe hopping is one of the best ways to explore the city’s distinct neighborhoods. You can move from the bustling streets near Santo Domingo to the quieter, artistic lanes of Jalatlaco without ever needing a car. Each neighborhood has its own personality, and the local coffee shops reflect that diversity.
This guide focuses on quality, atmosphere, and authenticity. We have prioritized establishments that source local beans, support Oaxacan producers, and offer a genuine sense of place. You will not find generic chains here; instead, you will discover spaces that honor the deep agricultural heritage of the surrounding mountains.
As a visitor from the United States, you will appreciate the high standards of brewing as well as the affordability. Many of these cafes would hold their own against specialty shops in Portland, Austin, or Brooklyn, yet they remain rooted in Mexican hospitality. Expect to find both English-speaking staff and menus that explain the origin of the beans.
Whether you are a digital nomad looking for reliable Wi-Fi, a foodie chasing the perfect flat white, or simply a tired traveler in need of a cold brew, there is a seat waiting for you. Below, we have curated a list of the fifteen best cafes in Oaxaca City that you should not miss.
Once In Oaxaca - Art & Specialty Coffee
| Address | Curtidurías 121C, Barrio de Jalatlaco, 68080 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
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Quirky coffee shop and art spot. Lots of postal cards everywhere and the tables are unique. I tried the chai and it was pretty good - not sweet but more spiced. Unfortunately, its not so strong and very diluted. If they made it more conce treated it would be perfect ,but currently it just slightly tints the milk and is weak for me. Also they have a 2 chais for 75MXN going on at the moment.
Great quality coffee and pastry! Would definitely recommend the cinnamon scroll and the banana bread (one of the best I’ve ever had!)
Excellent spot in Barrio de Jalatlaco run by a super-friendly and talented staff. I began every morning with an amazing oat cappuccino while in Oaxaca. Such a cool place! Absolute positive vibes only in this wonderfully colorful cafe and charming neighborhood. Highly recommended!
Once in Oaxaca:
This is a nice, specialty coffee shop, that also displays and sells art and local crafts. They offer both inside and outside seating and the selection of specialty coffee is very good. You. An also buy whole bean or ground coffee. The menu is fairly standard with good prices and the staff is welcoming and friendly. I loved the Mixteca, lite-roasted coffee, one of the best I have tried in town. I definitely would put this coffee shop on my favorites list.
Such a nice, friendly, hip, welcoming place. Coffee is exceptional, with great selection to choose from. Outstanding service. Jaimie who speaks both English and Spanish made us feel super welcomed and gave us all sorts of helpful advise and information. And if you are up to a quick bite to eat, try the small next door place serving authentic Mexican dishes, also very good.
Amá Terraza
| Address | Miguel Hidalgo 911, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Phone | 951 194 6469 |
Brunch here was a pleasant surprise, our server really went the extra mile and the terrace was a beautiful place for a meal. We got the pancakes, French toast and huevos rancheros. The pancakes were a little dry but everything else was so good. I would go back just for the lemon curd and berry compote on the French toast, quite literally one of the best Iemon curds I’ve tried. We got the dirty chai for drinks which was very nicely spiced. Overall, a very strong brunch and would definitely recommend if visiting Oaxaca.
I loved the atmosphere, the servers, the service, and the cocktails which I thought were all amazing. The servers are so pleasant and attentive. The view is gorgeous. The plants make it feel like a garden oasis. However, I REALLY had a problem with the wine selection and expense. And the food was average. As for the wine, I first chose a $120 Tempranillo which was tasty but was served in a glass the size of a Port glass and about half full. Honestly the most ridiculous pour I’ve ever seen. Probably less than 2 ounces. There was no warning in the menu that this was a small glass pour, which I’d never seen in my entire life. When I inquired I was told a regular copa was $300 pesos which was more than double but I was afraid of what size pour may come so I just order another cocktail. There was a white available for $250 but none of the wines by the glass on the menus in the $180 to $220 range were available “because they don’t keep”. Ok. Move on to the food. I ordered two dishes. A Tuna raw plate which had great portion and tuna although the sauce was too sweet for my taste. A very reasonable $220. And for $150 I got a nice ceviche for the price but it was entirely too salty. The flavor was almost completely hidden. It was edible, though. So, had the wine thing not been so weird and the ceviche not salty I would have probably rated this place a 5. I just thought they had two big fails. They’re trying very hard though.
So good we went twice. Best small rooftop cafe with good coffee, views, quiet ambiance, a solid menu, and quality dishes. Tried quite a few dishes at each visit and they were all delicious!
I stopped in around 11:00 AM for a snack and a drink. I liked the fact that they weren't real busy and you could find a good seat. The menu is simple and good. The service is very good. I sat for a few hours and enjoyed the views and a cool breeze. A nice hidden roof top spot.
Amazing rooftop in the heart of Oaxaca, the terrace is beautiful, the staff is really nice and attentive! The food is also good and you have vegetarian and fish options, which is pleasant after a week of pastor & beef tacos 😉. The atmosphere is also very romantic 🙂
Boulenc
| Address | C. Porfirio Díaz 207, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM |
| Phone | 951 351 3648 |
This place is great. The pastries (especially the raisin roll) are next level amazing. The space has an awesome colonial vibe that is very chill and comfortable. The shakshuka was very good and had just enough of a twist to differentiate from traditional. The mollete was on a very soft bread with traditional melted cheese. Coffee options were plentiful and amazing.
The pricing here is fantastic, portions are huge and I can’t recommend more highly.
A little disappointed by the food. I went for breakfast. Ordered a shakshuka and a cappuccino. The coffee was good, but shakshuka was disappointing - I have had much better ones in the past. It didn’t feel very rich and flavorful. I ordered a sourdough instead of baguette and sourdough was pretty good !
The vibe and ambience is really cool ! Overall I would go for the vibe and not the food.
Visited this place due to some reviews. I was by no means surprised. The ambiance is nice, full of tourists ( American mostly). The menu is not big, but looked good.
I was by no means impressed. The place is just OK, I really don't understand the hype, is ok, nothing amazing, nothing extraordinary or a "must go to place" while in town.
1-Google map gives you the wrong house. The house is in front of where the GPS tells you to go.
2- Staff is nice and friendly.
3- Almond croissants are nice, creamy and delicious I give them that.
4- Ordered 2 coups of hot chocolate. They brought me two coups indeed but it was NOT HOT, just a tad away from cold. Instead of doing the little foam heart that makes it look fancy, they should make sure the item you asked for is at the right temperature. Hot is Hot.
5- Ordered one "mollete with cheese" it was good but bread was soft and a bit cold. Not hot or crunchy at all. It had a generous amount of cheese but overall, it had not much flavor. Beans where flavorless.
Although this place is nice, I wouldn't go out of my way to visit. There are many other places that are way better. Food is catered to foreigners, i didnt see any local Oaxacan folk eating there, and that tells you plenty.
No le veo el chiste.
Aunque el personal es agradable y servicial la comida esta X, nada fuera de lo ordinario. Los croissants de almendra estan ricos, hasta ahi. El resto de las cosas que yo probe no. La temperatura de los alimentos deja mucho que desear. Pedi un mollete, ademas de insipido, frio. Pedi 2 tazas de chocolate caliente, trajieron el chocolate frio. Sus huevos ixtleños o algo asi, muy linda presentacion pero saben a puro tomate. Hay sin duda lugares mejores para desayunar.
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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.
Such a cute place, great juice beverages and coffee.
Delicious breakfast and pastries. We loved the open ceiling and cosy space. A lot of beautiful little details made the experience a fun stop for breakfast. The food is excellent.
Muss Café
| Address | Miguel Hidalgo 911, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Phone | 951 194 6469 |
Ambience - mind blowing. Such a surreal location and the roof top is just wow ❤️❤️
I went twice
- once take away americano (was pretty good)
- second time I spent an hour there - ordered latte and croissant. I was not happy with the quality of the food.
WiFi is great and you can work with a laptop open if you wish. It’s just beautiful. In for the vibe, out for the food!
Very good lunch spot. My husband had the fried chicken sandwich and said it was the best one he'd ever had. He added bacon to it, so not sure if that pushed it to the top or not. I had the grilled cheese, which was fabulous. Staff very helpful and nice. We're going to try the coffee tomorrow. Highly recommend.
This is probably the best cafe I have ever been to. The coffee is extraordinary, the personnel is so kind and attentive, and the rooftop is just gorgeous. Full of plants, sunshine and surprisingly good music. I did some work here and had a good breakfast and I will probably go here everyday for the time I stay here. Truly astonishing…
Muss has become one of my favorite coffee shops because of the quality coffee and delicious food (although it does give some gentrification vibes).
We had a brunch there, really enjoyed it! The food was amazing, coffee and matcha as well. They’ve got quite a few vegetarian options.
They also have a very cute courtyard, unfortunately all tables there were reserved or occupied. But the cafe itself is also lovely so we didn’t mind.
Kiyo Café
| Address | C. de Manuel Bravo 312, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
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A cute and inviting spot with excellent food. The coffee is outstanding, and the menu offers a wonderful variety of options.
We were told that you usually have to wait for a table, but when we arrived late morning today, the place was almost full yet we still managed to get seated right away.
The food is highly recommended — everything was delicious!
Kiyo café was amazing. I was looking for a local specialty coffee place and I already recognised them from their shop in cdmx. This store is beautiful, could have more seating but the indoor garden area was perfect. We went twice, once during closing (they still had some pastries left) and I liked the current beans a lot so went the next day to buy beans. The girl told me they don’t have them ready but could make a bag for me in 15 mins. Super friendly people! It can be busy sometimes, but highly recommend.
We adore this place. From the interior, great breakfast and pastries, to the coffee and super friendly team. I’ll point out team and not staff, because they really feel like a team of different personalities — artists, ceramists, baristas and cooks.
such a nice atmosphere, with a beautiful courtyard. the iced dirty chai (with oat milk) was amazing !! I had the caesar salad and it was sooo good (however they were a bit light on the sauce for my taste, but i asked for more and so that was so nice and easy). my friend had the grilled cheese and it was also delicious with good bread and different types of cheeses, but the tomato soup was not really a super more of a dip and it was too sweet for our taste.
overall fantastic coffee and food would definitely recommend
The best coffee I’ve had in Mexico so far!! As an aussie ex-barista, I care a lot about good coffee, and this one was delicious. Coating on the palate, solid roundness a with chocolate-y tasting notes, I totally recommend. For my plant-based peeps they have oat milk! I also ordered their blueberry croissant and it was delightful. Really nice setup and atmosphere also. Thank you Kiyo for a great experience - from an aussie backpacker, desperate for a decent coffee🇦🇺
Café Rústiko
| Address | Av. de la Independencia 1203, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: Closed |
| Phone | 951 509 7894 |
What a great spot! I was greeted warmly by a lovely barista, who humored me with my terrible Spanish before switching to speaking perfect English. Thanks for the lovely chat!
The space is welcoming with cool wall art and comfy seats, the gentleman that brought my coffee and croissant over was very kind as well.
My flat white was very good, but the raspberry cheese croissant was incredible, one of the best I've had anywhere. Will happily return!
Such a cute spot! Very cozy. I got the avocado toast with a latte. It wasn’t as life changing as one review, but also not as bad as another review: the avocados are sliced (vs smashed) and eggs on the side, so it’s a little different from North America but it’s fresh and tasty, so who cares if the texture is different? I smashed them into the toast with my fork 🤣
Service was attentive without being overbearing. I did a little bit of work there, and loved every bit! If I’m staying longer, I’d definitely return here all the time.
Had a wonderful meal here. The house made pizza was perfect and the salad was fresh and tasty. I also tried a hot moka and a frappé - both were delicious!
The pastries also looked amazing if you are there for breakfast.
My waitress was warm and friendly and I really liked the atmosphere in the colourful interior courtyard. Highly recommended!
You can see them freshly baking the croissants etc and the roaster for their beans.
We came here initially because of the really good pricing and google ratings, but were pleasantly surprised by the quality of food, very friendly staff and great vibe. We came back a few times.
We found this wonderful cafe thanks to our Cafecito map of Oaxaca. It is a fabulous resource that has helped introduce us to so many lovely cafes and local producers. We will definitely be visiting Café Rústiko again, the inner courtyard is a great place to unwind with a coffee and snack. We both selected a V60 and we were very happy with our delicious selections. The croissants were excellent, my husband picked a chocolatín and I went with an incredible cheese and blackberry croissant. Café Rústico offers food items, along with a lovely brunch menu for weekend visits.
Café Brújula Alcalá | Café de Especialidad de Oaxaca, México
| Address | C. Macedonio Alcalá 104, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Phone | 222 258 9851 |
Very good coffee and smoothies. The pastries are also good. But they are charging tourist prices. So expect to pay top dollar for it.
One of the best coffees I’ve had in Oaxaca. Amazing.
A beautiful place for a coffee in the centre of Oaxaca. Although it’s located very centrally, the courtyard is an oasis from the busyness of the nearby streets. There is a bookshop next door, also well worth a visit.
Great coffee, matcha, iced chocolate and Maracuja lemonade. Calm place to enjoy a drink
Their pourover was perfect. So were their lattes. This is a to-go place but is situated next to a large library with a beautiful courtyard. As for pastries, I recommend the blueberry crumble muffin. The lemon cake seemed dry but we were able to rehydrate with a little bit of water and a microwave. Then that lemon cake popped.
So highly recommend. I know now at least one spot to trust for morning coffee.
Marito&Moglie Café
| Address | Miguel Hidalgo 1204, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Phone | 951 233 9096 |
Best spot ever! We are completely obsessed with the m&m special breakfast. My partner said it was his favorite breakfast ever. The labalbi was wonderful too, felt super healthy, clean, and I could taste high quality olive oil. The coffee was out of this world. We asked for the servers favorite and it was a huge hit. We ordered another coffee to go & bought coffee grounds on our way out. The matcha was great, no added sugar, perfection. Great oat milk. The vibes are very hip and cool. Wonderful, kind, attentive, efficient table service. A+++ would highly recommend.
I love this spot! Really enjoy their orange espresso tonic. Not too sweet—it’s just right. Add to that the cute, rustic atmosphere, and the great breakfast and friendly service, and this is def a place I’d like to hang out. I would’ve come way more often if I’d discovered this place sooner.
Upon arrival, you’ll face the coffee bar. Walk beyond that and you’ll pass by the bathroom to your left, then into the indoor seating area which was pretty overrun by digital nomads at the time of our visit so we opted for an outdoor table.
We were greeted quickly after seating and our order taken. The food was delicious (eggs was a bit overcooked) and the drinks were good. We were able to hang out for a bit after finishing our meal while trying to figure out what to do next. Staff didn’t hassle us at all.
Highly recommend!
When you get tired of waiting across the street for a seat or takeout from the bakery walk into the best breakfast/Brunch spot in the city. They have a very unassuming entrance. Super friendly and welcoming. There drinks are some of the best coffee drinks in town. The food is well executed in perfect portions, not too much and not to small. Everything I have had is amazing. Make this a stop while in Oaxaca City.
This wonderful Cafe is quite special. The food is particularly interesting. They include some unusual dishes with delicious tomato based salsas and with Greek yogurt which are unusual and very delicious. Eggs are perfectly poached and they have a wonderful variation on avocado toast. Their coffes are excellent and they include drinks like an orange espresso tonic which is very refreshing. The courtyard is very comfortable. The cafe is small and service is attentive.
nono cafe
| Address | Jesús Carranza 119, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Phone | 951 134 9040 |
The baristas are super nice and attentive. Coffee was good, you can find Oaxacan specialty coffee roasted LOCALLY, which is hard to find here in Oaxaca !
The place is cozy but bit too hot in the morning and at noon, especially if no breeze is coming from the outside. I asked if they have a fan to spare but they said NO ! While clearly there was a fan pointed towards the employees but not the customers ..
Very nice atmosphere, nice service, nice people(anywhere in Oaxaca) and all over Mexico. 10/10 presentation. Great music, nice decoration, fair pricing now the coffee you will get a rich coffee with a lot of complex and elaborate after taste. There will be cherry cinnamon and chocolate in their espresso. It is very loud and a mouthful you need to take your time break him down the layers. I start with a pour over and then right after with a glass of water to the mouth and a shot of double espresso to get the full story and they haven't stood me wrong with their coffee and when you're playing Fleetwood Mac while this thing happen, you got me in a good place. Come visit
The coffee quality in Mexico is incredible—this cup made with locally grown beans from Oaxaca has explosive flavor！
A small specialty cafe with great service and delicious coffee. I went here twice in the three days I was in Oaxaca because I enjoyed it so much. I also enjoyed the arroz con peches. Highly recommend!
A casual, intimate, coffee shop with quality specialty coffee used in both their espresso based drinks and pour overs. They have several types of desserts, but no food menu. There are four small round tables that can accommodate two-three people and a small bar for 3-4 people. The service is excellent and strong WiFi is available. There is a lot of natural light and airflow. I loved the profile of the Marsellesa pour over: a complex palette of flavors were evenly balanced from beginning to end and full bodied. The grind was a bit fine, in my opinion, but it worked. The presentation with mineral water is always appreciated. The typica-bourbon Americano was full bodied and pleasant to drink. Both coffees had mild acid and were toasted medium. Before I left, the barista let me try a variety called Costa Rica that they used in a competition the day before. It was excellent as well, especially the clean finish. Thank you! The natural ginger and lime soda, made in house was so refreshing. It was on the tart side, but just enough and not too sweet; perfect! I would rate Nono as in my top three specialty coffee shops that I have visited thus far in Oaxaca; a strong 4.8 overall.
Espacio Luvina
| Address | C. de Manuel Bravo 510, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Phone | 951 516 9633 |
Absolutely delicious ! This place has the best breakfast in the area, the atmosphere is very welcoming, beautiful back outdoor area and the music truly takes you to some good old times. Food was delicious, the lattes and the green juice. I’ll definitely come back and I highly recommend the chilaquiles with chorizo ! Excellent !
I visit Oaxaca for a week and here It was my favorite spot! I ate for lunch in the morning and in the afternoon too and it was delicious!
I tried variety meals and everything was great, the portions are enough (price-size) the coffee was so good, and I love the specialty coffee so they have a lot of options. We're a huge lovers coffee so we took coffee package too, so I recommend to you carry some for home.
I'm not a vegetarian person, but my friends yes, so I liked that they have options for them, and I tried and omg It was delicious.
Saturday was my last day so they got a concert of rock music, and it was perfect to chill with friends.
And the attention was very nice, kind and servicial, and I appreciate the waitress recomendations of Oaxaca.
I definitly come back.
Que rico! Wonderful little brunch spot. The terrace is airy and delightful. The service is attentive and kind. The food is fresh with a wide variety of dishes and drinks. I had the huevo pochada tostada (poached eggs on toast) and match and jugo verde.
The food here was really great.
They have an outside patio that is super relaxing and serene. The cold Brew isn't as strong as I prefer however they gave me a few extra shots of espresso to rectify the flavor.
Juicy sandwich and crispy fries!
I've only had their breakfast menu and both times, they were delicious. They have parking which is a plus. I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a nice place for breakfast. They have a nice outdoor patio in the back. The omelettes were fluffy. One of the fluffiest in Oaxaca do far. (I've had omelettes almost every breakfast from different restaurantsin Oaxaca).
GATO CHATO
| Address | Miguel Hidalgo 302, Centro, 68080 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
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Absolutely loved our visit to Gato Chato Coffee ☕️ The coffee was amazing, the vibes were perfect—and Nina the cat completely stole my heart 🐾💛 Can’t wait to come back! #Oaxaca
The toast and coffee is great! Very chill atmosphere, almost hidden. Love that they offer iced coffee which I missed the most in my daily routine and they offer milk alternatives such as oat milk!
Lovely place. The owner greeted and served us. He ordered an espresso and I enjoyed an iced mochachino. We shared a piece of banana bread. The pastries are from his family's small bakery and they it was good. The coffees were EXCELLENT! This place is not on a main street but not far from the square Jardín Conzatti. Worth the walk! We loved that this is owned by a local national who was raised in this same neighborhood! Go on and give this place some business you won't regret it!
Great capucino and toast with aguacate and huevo! And busy gatos patrolling the premises. 😹
Quick review:
Cappuccino - local medium roast - excellent!
Pour over w/ a local black honey fermented bean. Superb!!!
Chato sandwich - a much much much better version of a club sandwich. This will scratch an itch you didn't know you had!
Crepe wl Nutella and cream cheese - pure unadulterated dopamine rush. Do it.
Amazing service and food and coffee. A true 5* cafe!
Cafeto Cacao
| Address | Av. de la Independencia 1007, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
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HIGH quality chocolate AND coffee. a beautiful cafe with great drinks and food. thankful to have found this place during my stay in oaxaca city and have had the chance to try many different drinks on different days. highly recommend!!!
Nice coffee shop for coffee, cacao and matcha lovers. Luckily here they have all plant based alternative mylks - almond, soya, oat.
I ordered matcha latte with sourdough avocado toast with egg on top. Nice small breakfast. No menu in English.
Tiny little cafe with fantastic traditional Mexican & Oaxacan food and drinks.
Particularly enjoyed the pork belly ahumado y nuevo (pork belly crossaint).
Traditional Oaxaca chocolate is served in beautiful cocoa bean cups.
After going to a really gross coffee spot elsewhere, this was so refreshing. Really great mocha + cappucino, a nice environment too. The mocha was so good I took a cappucino to go.
Staff was lovely to talk to and patient with my lack of Spanish. This was the best coffee experience I had on my trip to Mexico.
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So good I came back again the next day. I'm headed back to Mexico City today but I will miss this coffee!!
Great ambiance, very goid coffee, my favorite was Moca cafe with a bit of Chocolate, expresso & milk. It had very well balanced taste.
Food is great as well.
Gattó
| Address | Dr. Liceaga 119 local #2; esquina Pino Suárez Sobre, Priv. Pino Suárez, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Maps | Click here |
| Website | Click here |
| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Phone | 951 642 1010 |
This is one of our favourite cafes in Oaxaca, they roast their incredible coffee in house and have a wonderful rotating selection for retail and to order in a beverage. Their cafe menu is extensive, there is a wide range of coffee along with several non caffeinated options. Their desserts are fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed our coffee and dessert tasting - I highly recommend trying it out! The owners are the kindest people, we absolutely love coming here.
A super cute cat-themed cafe. There are only 3 tables though! I had an espresso tonic and a slice of passion fruit cheesecake. Looking forward to coming back next time I’m in Oaxaca!
I can’t wait for my next perfectly crafted cappuccino! Naiely has been a warm and welcoming daily companion on my few days in this area. Noteworthy, they offer oat milk, which is almost impossible to find as a substitute for regular milk. Quality and consistency, they also participate in the ‘cuadernillo’ Cafecito trail of Oaxaca booklet for discounts. XO
first time in oaxaca and was looking for a simple cup of coffee. i followed my nose to this little coffee shop and found a young lady preparing a cup of coffee with aeropress. the aroma was kind of nutty and fruity. i had to have a cup.
the bean is called geisha, a medium roast bean. flavor is light, slightly acidic, refreshing and an absolute delight.
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a year later im back having a geisha. this time its a pour instead of aero press and its still refreshing. this is still the place to go for a very very good cup of coffee.
Some of the best espresso in the city. The Barista introduced us to a coffee tour guide book put on by the local scene so we spend the better part of a week tasting coffee across the city. The croissants here were also some of the best texture in the city.
Sagrado Filemón I Pan y Café
| Address | Ignacio Allende 218, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:05 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 7:05 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 7:05 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 7:05 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 7:05 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 7:05 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Phone | 951 567 9981 |
friendly staff, delicious bread, and very tasty food. Everything was flavorful and well cooked. And the little rooftop was such a wonderful place to sit and enjoy a coffee (which was also delicious). I had the fried chicken sandwich, which was well seasoned and came on a fresh brioche roll, and a side of crispy potatoes.
During our two months in Oaxaca City, we spent a lot of time in the city's numerous cafes. Sagrado Filemon was the possible best we visited in the city. The staff is so nice and the surroundings/ patio were quiet and inviting. The best part of the cafe was the incredible food. Standouts - the sausage sandwich with a buttery lobster roll type roll, Chicken and Waffles - which is the best I've ever had (in or out of Oaxaca). The coffee is also over the top good. I'll miss this place and hope to return soon!
This is not just an espresso bar! It is a fantastic cafe, with some of the best laminated pastries in Oaxaca city. The bread produced here is incredible and made a super delicious non-traditional birria melt sandwich. Great for coffee alone, but even better with all the tasty treats!
This little space is so cute, and the employees were very kind! I was craving a beer but my mom was craving a coffee, so we did a quick stop here. My mom’s coffee was delicious, and so was the beer that was recommended to me. Service was quick and attentive, I would recommend stopping by here!
My favorite go-to café in Oaxaca. Delicious, fresh, creative, and reasonably priced. Good for breakfast, coffee, drinks, lunch, dinner, dessert, and baked goods.
Amor del Cafe
| Address | Blvrd del Panteón 113, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: Closed |
| Phone | 951 228 4583 |
Very tasty dishes and nicely presented. We had the Rajas en crema and the huevos a la oaxaqueña. Service was extremely friendly and quick. Highly recommend Amor feel Cafe.
My family and I went here twice for breakfast during our stay in Oaxaca and it was amazing! The food was delicious, presentation was gorgeous (see pictures), and the staff was helpful and patient with our slow Spanish. The coffee, tea, and chocolate drinks were great as well. Prices were extremely reasonable, especially compared to what we're used to in the United States, and there was a nice variety of foods, from more traditional Mexican to breakfast foods that you could find anywhere. This was such a cute place to have a meal or even just some drinks, and was a nice way to support the local economy. I would definitely recommend it - no complaints!
The food was really delicious and we had a nice chat with the owner who was superfriendly, as well as all people who worked there. Can definitely recommend!
Had amazing food, very quick and good service from the nicest people. The head chef/owner came out to have a chat with us and was very welcoming and polite. We will definitively visit again!
The owner/cook of the restaurant was excellent all around. He provided us with great customer service. He was very engaging and attentive and made sure our visit to his restaurant was to our liking. Not only did he cook us all a great meal, he even offered to assist us with recommendations around the city of places to visit and things to do.
His staff was also very nice. We were greeted with freshly made croissants and our entire meal was made fresh to order.
Highly recommend if you are in the area.
Tips for Enjoying Oaxaca’s Cafe Scene
To make the most of your coffee journey in Oaxaca City, it helps to understand a few local customs and practical details. The cafe culture here operates on a relaxed rhythm that differs slightly from the fast-paced grab-and-go style common in the United States. Knowing what to expect regarding payment, timing, and local ingredients will enhance your experience and help you blend in seamlessly with the local crowd.
- Carry cash for smaller shops. While many modern specialty cafes in Oaxaca accept credit cards, some of the more traditional or family-run establishments are cash-only. Keep a few hundred pesos in small bills to avoid missing out on a hidden gem.
- Embrace Oaxacan chocolate. Do not limit yourself to coffee. Many cafes serve chocolate de agua or chocolate de leche made from locally grown cacao. It is a rich, foamy tradition that pairs beautifully with a pastry.
- Check the Wi-Fi policy before settling in. If you are planning to work remotely, look for cafes that explicitly welcome laptops. Some of the smaller, more romantic spots prefer a screen-free atmosphere and may not offer reliable internet.
- Visit during off-peak hours. Oaxaca’s best cafes get crowded between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. If you want a quiet table or the best lighting for photos, try arriving right when they open or after the lunch rush around 2:00 PM.
- Ask about the bean origin. Baristas in Oaxaca are usually passionate about their product. Asking which region the beans come from—often Pluma Hidalgo or the Sierra Norte—will often lead to a free tasting or a great conversation.
Oaxaca City moves at its own pace, and the cafe scene is a reflection of that rhythm. Taking the time to sit, sip, and observe is not just encouraged; it is the entire point. The city rewards those who slow down, and there is no better place to practice that than in a sunlit courtyard with a locally grown brew in hand. From the minimalist design shops to the rustic, art-filled corners, every cup tells a story of the land and the people who cultivate it.
