Madre Oaxaca Restaurant
A colorful haven in Monterrey offering authentic Oaxacan cuisine, from rich mole to adventurous chapulines.
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Madre Oaxaca Restaurant
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Must-see attractions
A colorful haven in Monterrey offering authentic Oaxacan cuisine, from rich mole to adventurous chapulines.
"Experience authentic Oaxacan cuisine in a lovely, colorful ambiance with unique dishes and great drinks!"
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate dining experience by visiting during less busy times.
Savor the Tlayuda early
Eat your tlayuda first to enjoy its crust before it becomes chewy.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Oaxacan Mexican
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+52 81 8345 1459
Address
C. Padre Raymundo Jardón 814, Centro, 64000 Monterrey, N.L., Mexico
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Authentic Oaxacan Flavors
Experience the true tastes of southern Mexico with traditional mole sauces and unique regional dishes.
Vibrant & Colorful Ambiance
A charming former home adorned with Mexican crafts creates a lively and inviting dining atmosphere.
Chamorro Sin Madre
Savor the incredibly tender and succulent pork osso bucco, a standout dish praised by diners.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate dining experience by visiting during less busy times.
Savor the Tlayuda early
Eat your tlayuda first to enjoy its crust before it becomes chewy.
Ask for recommendations
Staff can help guide you through the menu for an enhanced dining experience.
Happy Hour Delights
Enjoy reasonable drink prices and tasty small dishes like ceviche tostadas during happy hour.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate dining experience by visiting during less busy times.
Savor the Tlayuda early
Eat your tlayuda first to enjoy its crust before it becomes chewy.
Ask for recommendations
Staff can help guide you through the menu for an enhanced dining experience.
Happy Hour Delights
Enjoy reasonable drink prices and tasty small dishes like ceviche tostadas during happy hour.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Madre Oaxaca offers a vibrant atmosphere and authentic Oaxacan cuisine, with many praising the mole sauces and unique dishes like the Chamorro Sin Madre. However, some diners have found the food to be average, with occasional issues of dryness or blandness, and inconsistent service. Despite mixed reviews on food quality, the colorful ambiance and mezcal selection are frequently highlighted as positives.
"Very lovely ambiance with friendly sercice. No rush, a large menu with great variety, generous portions, and very delicious! We loved the pork and black molè, and mezcal crema with peanut chocolate cake for dessert."
Karissa Culley
"The food is average, not even close to what we had in Oaxaca. Both chicken and pork are over cooked and dry. Very little service and didn’t provide napkin. Horchata tastes like it’s made with powder."
serene
"A most unexpected most wonderful dining experience. Met my oldest son there for dinner, and we had a great meal. Food and service along with atmosphere all very good. Highly recommend. Their cuisine is traditional southern Mexican. BTW - next door under same roof is their Italian restaurant, and the food there looks great too."
Rob “Hobbes” Tayloe
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oaxacan cuisine is a diverse and traditional Mexican culinary art form known for its complex mole sauces, tlayudas, and unique ingredients like chapulines (grasshoppers).
The Chamorro Sin Madre and various mole dishes are highly recommended. The tlayuda is also a popular choice, best enjoyed early.
Yes, the restaurant occasionally features live music, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
Madre Oaxaca boasts a casual, colorful ambiance decorated with Mexican crafts, set in a former private home.
The restaurant offers a selection of local and craft beers, wine, and a full bar with mezcal and tequila options.
Visiting during off-peak hours is recommended to enjoy a more intimate dining experience.
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