CRUDO

Oaxacan restaurant · Oaxaca City

CRUDO

Oaxacan restaurant · Oaxaca City

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Av Benito Juárez #309, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

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Japanese-Oaxacan fusion tasting menu with seasonal ingredients  

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Av Benito Juárez #309, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Get directions

MX$1,000+

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Av Benito Juárez #309, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Get directions

+52 951 462 2482

MX$1,000+

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"There is nothing quite like this intimate counter, certainly in Oaxaca and possibly beyond. Chef Ricardo Arellano has crafted a creative omakase that fuses Japanese flavors with local ingredients and preparations. What does that look like? It means nixtamalized papaya might come with your kampachi. Or maybe tuna will arrive seared with binchotan and set in a chicory leaf brushed in charred onion puree. An eel handroll is dressed in a smoky-sweet puree made from the pulp of agave. The menu is on the lighter side but the lasting impression and ingenuity is nonetheless impressive and at no point feels forced or generic. Locals have yet to warm to the place, so visitors shouldn’t be surprised when they’re seated with fellow travelers." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/oaxaca/oaxaca-de-juarez_2056768/restaurant/crudo-1208519
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How Chefs in Mexico Are Inspired by Japanese Flavors | Eater

"A tiny six-seat tasting-menu bar in Oaxaca City led by a chef raised on Oaxacan staples, offering sophisticated, minimalist plates that fuse local ingredients with Japanese techniques. Sample dishes have included chilacayote ramen with translucent pumpkin noodles in a seaweed broth topped with edible flowers; a kampachi fish-belly taco marinated in adobo extract, wrapped in Mexican pepper leaf and served with an avocado-and-cactus salad; and bluefin tuna sashimi finished with grasshopper chile paste and a touch of black beans. The food emphasizes texture, herbal flavors, and careful technique, reflecting a deliberate blending of regional Oaxacan traditions with Japanese flavors rather than straightforward imitation." - Nili Blanck

https://www.eater.com/23219125/japanese-mexican-food-oaxaca-baja-cacahuates-japoneses
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The Perfect 24-Hour Food Itinerary for Oaxaca, Mexico - Eater

"Crudo is the first true omakase oaxaqueño with a strong Japanese influence. Chef Ricardo Arellano aims to show us that there’s another side to Oaxacan food that hasn’t yet been fully explored." - María Ítaka

https://www.eater.com/22927349/best-restaurants-oaxaca-itinerary-one-day
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Patricia Malavez

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This place is just insane! My husband and I went for the tasting menu and enjoyed so much that we reserved the next day to have the private experience with the chef, two days in a roll. We just could not have enough! The creativity of the food, mix of flavors, exclusive experience, kindness of the staff, all was perfect. The menu had 10 courses or chapters, as they say. The shrimp amuse bouche was delicious, the tuna sample with fruits was out of this world and the chef sushi were my favorites. But, truly, all was really good. I wish I had CRUDO in my neighborhood to taste all the new chef’s creations.

Craig Weiner, D.C.

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This is a very special Dining experience…They host four 2 hour very limited seatings at the counter watching the 2 local chefs prepare everything in front of you…fabulous integration of local special flavors in unusual but with delightful traditional Japanese elements…nori, salmon/tuna sashimi, soft shell crab but surprise elements of pickled jicama, chapulines, moles, many infused peppers…fixed price 9 courses dinner but compared to similar US establishments was very reasonable…

Julianny Sayago

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Dining at this exclusive Japanese restaurant in Oaxaca was truly a unique and unforgettable experience. What sets it apart is the brilliant fusion of traditional Japanese techniques with local Oaxacan ingredients a combination that results in something both authentic and entirely original. Every dish was crafted with precision, elegance, and a deep respect for both culinary cultures. The flavors were bold yet refined, and the presentation was nothing short of art. You can feel the passion and creativity behind each plate. The space itself reflects the same high standard intimate, beautifully designed, and with a serene atmosphere that invites you to savor every moment. It’s not just a meal; it’s a full sensory experience. For anyone looking to explore something truly special and elevated in Oaxaca’s food scene, this restaurant is a hidden gem. A perfect balance of innovation, tradition, and exclusivity

Charles Hawkes

Google
Absolutely incredible Japanese-Mexican tasting menu. The food was outstanding, the atmosphere was intimate without feeling stuffy. The staff were all lovely and attentive and the chefs were friendly and informative. Standout dishes were the seared bluefin tuna and the eel. Great value and could not recommend more.

Rik Toetenel

Google
On our first night in Oaxaca we found this gem of a restaurant. It was all we could ever want for the first night on the town. The combination between Japanese food with Mexican influences was really we had never seen before. Especially the salmon taco and eal was really something else. But the best part of the evening was our host, Mich! He gave us the Oaxacan welcome we did not expect but really needed. Not only explaining the relevance of the chef and all the ingredients of the dish, but also explaining the culture of Oaxaca.

Chris Bonnett

Google
Diego is a rockstar! I had such a fun time at the smaller tasting room eating unique foods and drinking great wine. I was the only person for my reservation time, so I was able to chat with Diego and learn more about the foods being prepared. My favorites were the oyster with oaxacan cheese, and the bluefin tuna. They also have a small bar inside with food service called Cru Cru. The bartenders were super nice and make some great cocktails! I was also able to try the 1st sake ever made in Mexico. The bar has a chill vibe with great music at a low volume, a fish tank, and fish projected on the wall. Highly recommend both the bar and the tasting menu!

Jon Chapman

Google
Amazing dining experience. We booked the 12 person experience but ended up just 3 of us, high reco. They actually have a bar too for walk ins/ chilled food which isn’t clear. Great bar. The food is high class Japanese Mexican fusion and well worth the price. Full experience with personal chef guiding through each dish. For the foodies out there for sure. Flawless service.

Aron Lewin

Google
A truly accomplished meal. Oaxaca omacase to fill your belly and lighten the senses. Interesting ingredients, & flavours. Delicious sakes to try. The staff are inviting too.