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View RestaurantLos Danzantes
Experience exceptional Mexican fine dining in Oaxaca. This highly-rated (4.6/5) restaurant offers a memorable culinary journey. Reserve your table.
Caribbean & Latin•$$$•4.6(4,676)•Oaxaca
Housemade mezcales, cocktails & seasonal Oaxacan dishes in a leafy indoor/outdoor setting.
About Los Danzantes
Nestled in the heart of Oaxaca, this esteemed establishment provides a refined culinary experience, earning a commendable 4.6 out of 5 stars. Diners consistently praise the attentive service, with staff offering excellent recommendations that enhance the overall enjoyment of the meal. The atmosphere is noted for its pleasant ambiance, making it a wonderful spot for a special evening. While some guests find the portion sizes generous, the quality of the cuisine, particularly seafood dishes like the octopus, is a frequent highlight. With outdoor seating and a reputation for expertly crafted cocktails, it's a popular choice for those seeking a sophisticated taste of Oaxacan flavors. Reservations are highly recommended to secure a table at this sought-after destination.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Upscale
Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Los Danzantes
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.6 / 5.0(4,676 reviews)
We thoroughly enjoyed our recent dining experience. The server provided excellent recommendations and contributed significantly to the pleasant atmosphere. We were particularly impressed with their attentiveness throughout the evening. Our favorite dish, without a doubt, was the octopus. Make sure you make reservations well in advance. Just acceptable but not good. Unfortunately definitely not at Michelin star level. Portion sizing needs work, with many dishes being far too big. Mains were the weakest course, with our Mackerel lacking flavour and tasting too heavily of greasy butter. Mushroom lasagne was too big and lacking in flavour. Excellent choice recommended by Claude. I had aguachile, which was just so flavoursome and caldo, also incredibly tasty. Plus sitting on the dais I had a view over the place, perfect for a solo eater. Diana was a very kind and attentive waitress too. My first time eating grasshoppers and I think it will do it again!
Find the Restaurant
Where to Find Them
C. Macedonio Alcalá 403-interior 4, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
951 501 1184
Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Tuesday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Wednesday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Thursday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Friday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Saturday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Sunday1:00 – 10:30 PM
Recent Reviews
Mary
November 8, 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our recent dining experience. The server provided excellent recommendations and contributed significantly to the pleasant atmosphere. We were particularly impressed with their attentiveness throughout the evening. Our favorite dish, without a doubt, was the octopus. Make sure you make reservations well in advance.
Nicholas P.
November 6, 2025
Just acceptable but not good. Unfortunately definitely not at Michelin star level. Portion sizing needs work, with many dishes being far too big. Mains were the weakest course, with our Mackerel lacking flavour and tasting too heavily of greasy butter. Mushroom lasagne was too big and lacking in flavour.
Alessandro T.
November 21, 2025
Excellent choice recommended by Claude. I had aguachile, which was just so flavoursome and caldo, also incredibly tasty. Plus sitting on the dais I had a view over the place, perfect for a solo eater. Diana was a very kind and attentive waitress too. My first time eating grasshoppers and I think it will do it again!
Carlos
November 3, 2025
The service and atmosphere were excellent, but the food was deeply disappointing. We came for the special Día de los Muertos tasting menu, and unfortunately not a single dish impressed us. The mole was overly sweet, the kale salad was dry and underdressed (it looked like it came straight out of the bag), the soup was bland, the octopus was soggy, and the meat was completely flavorless. I’ve had far better and more flavorful meals from street vendors — a real letdown for a Michelin-starred restaurant, especially given the price of around $160 per person.
Killian C.
November 17, 2025
Our experience was disappointing for a Michelin star restaurant. The service wasn't on par with other restaurants, and the food lacked balance or taste. The butter was too sweet and the bread looked like airplane bread; the pork was cooked perfectly, but the sauce was very strong in taste and the purée way too sweet; the octopus was nothing special, especially when it comes to what came with it (cherry tomatoes and sautéed potatoes). The beef tongue tacos and hoja santa were great.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Los Danzantes special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
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