Pitiona
Experience Pitiona in Oaxaca, a highly-rated 4.1-star restaurant. Discover exquisite dishes and a memorable dining atmosphere. Reserve your table.
Rooftop brunches & cocktails with views over bell towers at a stylish Mexican-European gastrobar.
About Pitiona
Nestled in the heart of Oaxaca's Centro, this esteemed establishment offers a refined dining experience that consistently earns a 4.1-star rating. Diners frequently praise the exceptional quality of the cuisine, noting the use of fresh, local ingredients expertly prepared with a personal touch. The atmosphere is described as beautifully and tastefully decorated, providing a pleasant backdrop for a meal. With attentive and friendly staff, and the option for outdoor seating, it's a place where guests can truly appreciate the culinary artistry. This spot is a favorite for those seeking a memorable meal in Oaxaca.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
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, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Pitiona
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
I had a wonderful lunch here. The view was amazing from the food top. The entire restaurant was beautifully and tastefully decorated. The staff were all friendly and attentive and full of hear-warming smiles. The food was among the best I’d ever had. From the complimentary tortilla and dips, amuse-bouche to the starter and the main course, all made with fresh local ingredients and executed with the chef’s personal touches. It was a very member meal for me. Beautiful food, service fine. Food mediocre to bad. I ordered a steak well done and it was rare by all standards. I’m not scared of rare but that’s not what I ordered—this was seared and still mooing on the inside. Mole a notch below the best places in Oaxaca. You can have the atmosphere and the food at Casa Oaxaca or Tierra del Sol. I would suggest it for drinks. Beautiful view of the church. The view was lovely. The food was great. Probably the best mole negro I had in Oaxaca!! And I had a lot!
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Where to Find Them
Ignacio Allende 114, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
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Recent Reviews
G C.
April 24, 2025
I had a wonderful lunch here. The view was amazing from the food top. The entire restaurant was beautifully and tastefully decorated. The staff were all friendly and attentive and full of hear-warming smiles. The food was among the best I’d ever had. From the complimentary tortilla and dips, amuse-bouche to the starter and the main course, all made with fresh local ingredients and executed with the chef’s personal touches. It was a very member meal for me.
Michael G.
November 14, 2025
Beautiful food, service fine. Food mediocre to bad. I ordered a steak well done and it was rare by all standards. I’m not scared of rare but that’s not what I ordered—this was seared and still mooing on the inside. Mole a notch below the best places in Oaxaca. You can have the atmosphere and the food at Casa Oaxaca or Tierra del Sol. I would suggest it for drinks. Beautiful view of the church.
Patty W.
August 11, 2025
The view was lovely. The food was great. Probably the best mole negro I had in Oaxaca!! And I had a lot!
Eric R.
January 14, 2025
Gorgeous view of the church from the rooftop terrace. I did the tasting menu with the drink pairing and it was great fun. Lots of inventive and tasty dishes and the drink pairing was a huge value in terms of both quantity and quality. Definitely the best wines I’ve had from Mexico. I will definitely come back here again on my next visit!
Jayson T.
April 11, 2025
The place might look nice at first glance, but the experience quickly turned into a disaster. Despite the entire place being empty, the receptionist flat-out refused to accommodate us, repeatedly claiming there was a private event. What made it worse was her attitude—completely dismissive, cold, and frankly, borderline racist. Even after going out of my way to use Google Translate just to communicate, the girl at the front still refused to make any effort to talk or help. Completely unprofessional and rude. She made no real effort to explain things respectfully and seemed bothered by our presence from the start. I had read good reviews and expected decent service, but now I see why some say appearances can be deceiving. The service here is absolutely shameful.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Pitiona special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
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