Drove down from Denton because the reviews are so good. Expectations were exceeded by miles. Amazingly authentic. Get the Chapulines to start then order anything on the menu, you will not be disappointed. Get mole on the side, it really sets the flavors off! Will be back soon.
Edit: It’s permanently closed down 😢
I decided to eat here while visiting Dallas because of the consistently positive reviews calling this a hidden gem in the Dallas area. I was not disappointed. Don't let the modest building and surroundings fool you; this is a great little restaurant.
I had the tlayuda, which was big, generously stuffed , and quite tasty. It took a bit of time to get the food ready, but it was worth it. Also, it is not true (as some reviewers have suggested) that the staff don't speak English. While I loved having the opportunity to practice my Spanish, I was able to flip to English when I got stuck. '
Also worth noting: a) the place is cash-only, and b) the parking sign says "Tacos King" or something like that, which can throw you off.
The only negative for me is that the place can use some updating.
The food is very Good. I can honestly say its Authentic Oaxaca Food. The customer service was Great.
This restaurant has a very unique household vibe to it. My mother is from Oaxaca, Mexico and she said the beans tasted just like the beans my grandmother made back home. I got subtle hints from the flavors in the food that would take me back to the time I travelled to Oaxaca myself. Great food! 4 stars because they did not have on hand various things they were offering on the menu.
Incredible food! My wife’s family is from Oaxaca, and she loved it. We were told they were going to start accepting credit cards very soon, so come and try the great food! This is the most authentic Mexican food I have had in Texas!
Great authentic food! I loved the coffee, it reminded me of mornings at my grandparents house. I had breakfast there, but I will go back to try the grasshoppers that are offered on the menu. You only live once, lol.
Very good authentic Oaxacan food. Took off a star because the place is cash only, inconvenient for those of us who do not carry cash. Not a con but Oaxacan beans contain anise, so if you do not enjoy the taste of black licorice any item on the menu containing beans such as a tostada or tamal will not taste good to you. I personally cannot stand the taste of anise so that makes a lot of the menu a no go for me.
Incredible menu with authentic taste. Service needs a bit of work as the waitress and other staff seemed overwhelmed despite the low number of costumers during noon, but do not worry as the overall service does not fail. Freindly staff with a home feeling. Recommend for a family night.
A lot of potential. Food was good. Service was slow and they were unorganized. Oaxaca cuisine is slightly different than traditional mexican food.
If you don't look out the window, you might feel like you're actually in Oaxaca. Its fare is unapologetically regional and authentic. There's not a nacho in sight. Instead, you might get the enfrijolada, which is comprised of layered tortillas dipped in black beans, and results in Mexico's answer to lasagna. Or perhaps the tlayuda, which is an enormous tortilla, folded in half and stuffed with meat and other goodies. The tamales are familiar, but I've never had one with chapulines, and it was a minor revelation. I expect to return, if for no other reason than to try the mole, which, in an inexcusable oversight, we somehow managed to overlook. I bet it's delicious.
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