Experience exceptional Oaxacan fine dining. This 4.5-star restaurant offers a refined taste of regional cuisine. Discover exquisite flavors and a memorable meal.
This esteemed establishment in Oaxaca offers a sophisticated take on regional Mexican cuisine, earning a strong 4.5-star rating from its patrons. Diners consistently praise the brilliant food and attentive service, often highlighting a unique complimentary mole tasting experience that allows for a deep appreciation of local flavors. The atmosphere provides a refined setting for enjoying expertly prepared dishes, and it's a place where groups can comfortably gather and reservations are recommended for evening visits. While some note the pricing reflects its fine dining status, the overall sentiment is that the quality and unique culinary journey make it a worthwhile experience. Outdoor seating is available for those who wish to dine al fresco.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Everything was absolutely great. We got 7 moles to try for free and the food and service were brilliant. But the price was simply too high. There are other, same quality Moles restaurants in town that are half the price. I guess the mole tasting experience is what makes it worth it though. We went for dinner Saturday evening about 45 minutes before they closed. We were greeted and asked if we had a reservation, I told the server that I didn’t realize we needed one and he said it was fine and that we had 45 minutes. I did feel he came off a little rude and seemed irritated and I usually don’t go anywhere that close to closing time but we had to try the place out. There were actually two other tables there when we arrived and we actually finished and left before they did. I do think he was nicer once we were seated. The bring out a sampler of the moles they offer and explain each one and have you try them. This was great because we knew we would like exactly what we got. The pork portion was small but chicken was good. Overall I would come back, everything was tasty. Good food, and great service. We had sampler appetizer, black mole chicken, and rice with fried banana. We weren't sure if the tortillas were 100% organic good quality. Overall, We enjoyed the meal.
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Av Belisario Domínguez 108, Reforma, 68050 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
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November 7, 2025
Everything was absolutely great. We got 7 moles to try for free and the food and service were brilliant. But the price was simply too high. There are other, same quality Moles restaurants in town that are half the price. I guess the mole tasting experience is what makes it worth it though.
June 30, 2025
We went for dinner Saturday evening about 45 minutes before they closed. We were greeted and asked if we had a reservation, I told the server that I didn’t realize we needed one and he said it was fine and that we had 45 minutes. I did feel he came off a little rude and seemed irritated and I usually don’t go anywhere that close to closing time but we had to try the place out. There were actually two other tables there when we arrived and we actually finished and left before they did. I do think he was nicer once we were seated. The bring out a sampler of the moles they offer and explain each one and have you try them. This was great because we knew we would like exactly what we got. The pork portion was small but chicken was good. Overall I would come back, everything was tasty.
August 12, 2025
Good food, and great service. We had sampler appetizer, black mole chicken, and rice with fried banana. We weren't sure if the tortillas were 100% organic good quality. Overall, We enjoyed the meal.
June 23, 2025
If you’ve always wanted to try moles, please Los Pacos is not to be missed. They have the 7 moles samplers that you can try on the house. And if you end up liking more than 1 you can opt for the 2-3 moles with 2-3 proteins with rice and plantains as a meal, caution this is definitely slightly more than 1 persons portion but it’s oh so good! It comes with more tortillas for you to soak up the rest of the moles! Love the food here! Don’t miss this place!
August 22, 2025
Absolutely the best mole experience here. It’s a lovely family business and the grandpa definitely made an awesome job bringing his wife’s best recipes to the restaurant. We tasted the 7 amazing moles and it was hard to pick 3 for our main dish since all of those were equally unique and tasty! Oh wow it was good!!! When I asked, the mezcal was recommended with the main dish and it was also the best mezcal I had on this trip. Although I’m not a dessert person but the dish similar to crème brûlée was something I want to eat every day. Thank you for all the recommendations! I’d be so sad if I went home without trying those. I’ll definitely be coming back here to eat more of amazing moles in my 10days stay here. Super delicious and made me so happy! The service here was beyond excellent and friendly. Perfect English was spoken too!
Features and amenities that make Los Pacos special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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