Luna Oaxaca

Excellent first experience here st Luna Oaxaca. We were lucky enough to have Alex as our guide for the evening. We started out with an amazing guacamole which we got medium heat- on point and the tortilla chips were fantastic. The pozole struck the perfect balance with flavor and the “pop” of the hominy. We had a skinny margarita, which was great and smoky mezcal - smoked table side- I forget the name also excellent. For mains we had a chorizo quesadilla, a beef enchilada wiith mole and the skirt steak with Oaxca cheese and chimichuri- I would’ve probably liked a little bit more Chimichirri but that’s just cause I love this stuff. Definitely recommend f you are in the area

Recently, I attended a work holiday luncheon and decided to come back on Saturday because the food was delicious. The restaurant is very spacious and located on the corner in Cross Keys. After you eat, you can take a walk and do some shopping. Cross Keys is a lovely area located in Baltimore. For lunch, I had the fajitas with chicken, steak, and shrimp. Also, I had the chips with queso and a Margarita. The best flavors are guava and passion fruit. Overall, the food and drinks were good; however, I felt like I had better service when I came in with my work group. No one ever came back to the table to see if we needed anything. I had to call the waitress over to get another drink, so service is why I am giving them four stars.

If you looking for authentic Mexican food, then this is your spot to go to. Their traditional menu meets innovated creative cuisine!!!! The food was delicious with bold flavors! Luna Oaxaca was our home away from home comfort food. As a family from the south, we know flavors and this was hands down legit. If you go please visit and ask for Marissa, she was so sweet, kind and friendly to my husband and I. To start we ordered Taquitos de Pollo. Omg loved the crunchiness of the taquitos with all the toppings. They never got soggy at all!!! Then my husband and I ordered Street Tacos. We got tacos Al Pastor and the Carne Asada Tacos. The hot sauce was fire!!!! Loved it. Perfect blend of flavors for each tacos. We also enjoyed the Pollo Enchiladas with refried beans and Mexican rice. We just couldn’t get enough. The food was amazing. As a dessert we ordered the Tres Leches cake! This cake was to die for… left us wanting more. As a result of loving this food, we got an order of the street tacos and taquitos. Even though it was a 40 minute drive for us, we will definitely be eating there again. And lastly the atmosphere was very modernized with that Latin Vibe! Very elegant. Love the salsa meringue music. I just kept vibing and singing with Marc Anthony music…

The food is absolutely amazing and the drinks are handcrafted and created with your taste buds in mind. The atmosphere is beautiful. From the safe fire ambience on the patio to the beautiful Hispanic art and tile all through out. I lived the street tacos and the made to order fresh guacamole, it is definitely worth every penny.

I’m a bit mixed on it. The food itself was good, flavors were there, and prices are about what you’d expect for the Cross Keys area. Still, $20+ a plate felt a little questionable for what you get, especially since the menu reuses a lot of the same ingredients (kind of felt like you’re just deciding whether you want it wrapped or not). Would’ve been nice if they offered free chips and salsa too, like a lot of places in this price range do. Service was fine overall, but the table payment system starts tips at 20%, which feels a bit pushy. The place was nearly empty when we were there, and when we asked about splitting checks, we were told they don’t normally do that and it was only allowed because they weren’t busy. Honestly, with handheld devices, it seems like pressing a couple extra buttons shouldn’t be a big deal. The part that really rubbed me the wrong way was overhearing staff complain (with some not-so-great language) about splitting checks as they headed to the kitchen. That left a bad impression. All in all, not a terrible experience food was decent, service wasn’t bad but between the pricing, tipping setup, and the attitude around small requests, I’m not sure if I’d come back.

Delicious!! Corn cakes w shrimp should be on reg menu…great service from Alex. Pork shank fell off the bone. We will be back.

We visit our daughter at Johns Hopkins frequently and are always looking for great local spots. Luna Oaxaca was recommended to us, and even though we didn't have a reservation, the team was incredibly accommodating and got us seated right away. Our server, Alex, was truly outstanding. He was attentive, professional, and made sure our dining experience was seamless from start to finish and we felt at home - he even helped my daughter practice her Spanish in their interactions. The food was fantastic, but the service from Alex and the rest of the staff is what will bring us back. A new favorite for our Baltimore visits!

Happy Hour every day here 2-5 !! Went to the 1st one and it was nice. We were seated immediately. There is bar stool seating or Patio. I preferred the Patio. Our waitress Levet was a gem and was very attentive. They have a very affordable happy Hour menu with some favorites on it like the Enchiladas which were good.. Margarita's are offered at a discount. I ventured off that menu to try the made to order Guacamole, It came with warm chips which was delicious! And The Burrito Sinaloa was quite filling. If in the area try them out!

This is the best Mexican food I've had in Baltimore. Guacamole was so fresh. Tacos were amazing as was the Mexican Caesar salad salad. Beautiful decor, music, and ambience. Excellent service

This is a lovely restaurant. It's bright and clean with lots of windows. Everything was well appointed. Service was slow. I was often out of water. We asked for hot sauce and had to ask again, after we finished our guacamole. The food was delicious. The menu is quite varied my heuvos rancheros were cold around the edges and the tortillas were a bit hard. I'm giving 4 stars because I did think the food was good and the place was lovely and service wasn't bad, just slow.

Pretty much every part of this dining experience could have been better. I had a 2:30 pm reservation on a Friday afternoon with a friend and, upon walking in, no one was at the hostess stand. The establishment wasn't very busy, with most people sitting at the bar. I waited for a while, then walked further into the restaurant and, even then, when someone finally walked up, I had to speak to him first. So, we weren't off to a good start... I ordered guacamole and, while it was tasty, I don't think the $15 price tag is justified. The shrimp tacos from the happy hour menu were underwhelming, and my friend said the same thing about her chilaquiles. Neither of us commented on the margaritas we ordered, so suffice it to say everything was just kind of...meh. I reckon I would give it one more try under some last-minute circumstance, but there's much better Mexican cuisine to be found elsewhere.

I made a reservation easily online. We were promptly seated when we arrived. The drinks were strong and beautifully made. The fundió, chips, and salsa were just ok. I would gladly return to have drinks at the bar.

For starters, we did not partake in the happy hour. The dinner menu in my opinion looked more promising. I was very pleased with this decision. The cheese pull on the empanadas was primo. They were a bit greasy but tasty nonetheless. My fish tempura tacos were flavorful with just the right amount of crunch. The tres leches cake was just the perfect amount of sweetness and was not overly moist. I would definitely eat here again.

I grew up on the border with Mexico and lived in Mexico for a time, so my standards for Mexican food are pretty high. Keeping that in mind I would say that this place is pretty good. I had the Mole with chicken, which was the best I've had in the US. The sauce was a bit thick, though, compared to the gold standard in Puebla, Mexico. They need to work on that a bit. The guacamole was good and I like the way it was served in the molcajete.We shared some empanadas that were very good. What I like most about Luna Oaxaca is the ambience. The space is light and airy. The serving staff were also above and beyond. Super attentive and friendly. All in all I had a lovely evening!

On a recent lunch with one of my friends we decided to try Luna Oaxaca since I had previously seen they were open and serving brunch. We both agreed Luna Oaxaca was a good choice. Luna Oaxaca is one of the newer restaurants in the Cross Keys center, nestled off to the side by itself. The sleek yet minimalistic decor of the interior is nice and open, and they have outside seating for those warmer days and nights. Although we went for brunch, I wasn't really in the mood for their brunchy items since most have eggs and I'm no egg eater. So, I settled on the Carne Asada tacos since tacos are always my go to when trying a new Mexican restaurant. I also ordered a side of chips & salsa to see how well they did those. The chips & salsa were pretty tasty; I could've used a bit more spice in the salsa but that's my personal taste buds. The Carne Asada tacos were seasoned well and cooked perfectly. And actually, filled with meat and pico de gallo. My friend ordered the veggie tacos and said those were quite tasty too. I'm always on the hunt for a good Mexican restaurant and Luna Oaxaca is one I'll definitely make a trip to again to try some of their other menu items. The service was good, and the food was tasty, so that's a win in my book.

My first visit at Luna Oaxaca with reservations for dinner and we were seated immediately. Our server was Ronnie. Service was prompt with carafe of iced water poured tableside. We started off with drinks and margaritas were delicious. My mezcal margarita with fresh hibiscus was smoky and not too sweet, the sugared rim was nice touch. For appetizer, we shared the empanadas con pollo. I liked the balance of the toasted empanada pastry packed with shredded chicken and ooze of cheese. The chipotle aioli was a nice complement with a touch of subtle heat. I was not a fan of the side house salad though the red onions could've been served as salsa criolla instead. Ours had too many lettuce ribs. On to the entree and I chose the enchilada potocinas con camarones y mole. This dish was delicious and the amount of mole was perfect, except I was disappointed to taste chopped shrimp. I hope they consider changing to whole pieces as each could easily fill 2-3 plump ones per enchilada (the dish came with 3). And para postre, we finished with the in-house made tres leches cake. Generous serving of sponge cake, creamy milk poured over with a dolop of fresh whipped cream and a sprinkling of canela. It was delicious. Located in the Village of Cross Key, it shares parking with other shops. Same center with Cece, Nine Tailed Fox, Blue Mercury, and Always Ice Cream. Note the walk-up has a ramp, however caution there is a marked step at the entrance door. I do agree with others the noise levels are earsplitting.

We decided to try this new Mexican place at Cross Keys. We were able to get a table for 2 without a wait on Sunday at 6. It was very good. The margarita was very good and we had the mole chicken and the salmon which was prepared with toasted tortilla chips, sweet potatoes and beets. Both were quite good though the salmon was a bit overcooked. The entrees were about $30 each which is a bit steep but you can get a taco plate for $16. We'll be back to try more!

The atmosphere is a 10, can't wait to head back once the weather is consistently good and sit on the lovely patio. The guac is delicious and they make a mean margarita. I really enjoyed the Arrachera, although the serving of beans was stingy, particularly in comparison to the other side dish.

My second time here and a much better experience. The service and cuisine were five stars last time, but I had much better company on this visit. Three of us arrived and were promptly seated on the patio on what was a beautiful Baltimore evening. Marissa was our server and she was prompt, pleasant and professional. We began with an IPA and some margaritas. I enjoy the Skinny Margarita here. It's got a kick to it yet is less sugar and not as sweet as a regular margarita. The guacamole was fantastic with house made tortilla chips. The empanadas were good, not great. Too much cheese and not enough shredded beef. They were tasty but I'll definitely try something different next time. The fajitas were muy rico and enough for leftovers just like the fried chicken tacos. Yummers! The ambiance is nice here. Cross Keys is having a renaissance and it's nice to have some unique restaurants to choose from in this complex again.

This was our first time here. There's not a ton of indoor seating which explains why reservations fill up fast. You could eat at the bar. The outdoor seating is great but most of it is uncovered. There are a handful of tables that are under the building awning. Overall, the restaurant was cool inside. Food was delicious and prepared well. We started with the guacamole. Both of us got the skinny margarita, which we enjoyed as it was less sweet than normal margaritas. Dinner was really delicious. We will be back!

We had lunch at Luna Oaxaca today. I arrived early and was surprised there was no seating for overflow or waiting customers. I chalked that up to this establishment being freshly opened. The guacamole was fresh but on the salty side and not as "medium spicy" as I would have expected. My Pulpo (grilled octopus) was basic. There was no outstanding flavor/spice. The accompanying carrots were flavorless and the chorizo mashed potatoes were lacking chorizo. The guava mezcal margarita was nice. As we were leaving, we were offered a Tshirt with Luna Oaxaca written on the front. It should have said: "My palate went to Luna Oaxaca and all I got was this lousy T shirt"

Fantastic dishes. I had the beef enchilada's with Mole sauce that was as good as I get in Texas. Service was impeccable and friendly. The menu has a galaxy of choices that will satisfy any palate. Definitely recommend!!

Among the worst dinners in a restaurant we had in a long time. Gluten Free choices on the menu were not gluten free. Shrimp tacos: 2 shrimp per taco without any seasoning - just small bits of red cabbage atop. Fajitas not properly seasoned - tasteless cut up meats and veggies. Guac was good as were the chips. The rest was pitiful. Surely Baltimore could reach a higher level of culinary achievement, This eatery should be avoided unless mediocre poorly prepared food is your preference. Noise level prevented conversation. Server was surly and slow. In all, we wish we had made a better choice.

This was our first time visiting and we loved it! The decor is beautiful, staff was attentive and friendly, drinks were awesome and unique, food was outstanding. We started with the skinny margarita and the Oh My Rio cocktails. Soooo good!! Then we had the chips, salsa and spicy guac. For dinner we ordered the Al Pastor street tacos and the Pollo Acatlan with mushrooms. We sat at the bar so we asked the bartender what his favorite dish was and he said the Pollo Acatlan. We were so happy we tried it. It is one of those dishes you crave! We would highly recommend adding the mushrooms. We can't wait to go back!!

Don't be fooled by the Cross Keys location. This low brow cantina parades itself as a refined hub for Mexican fare. Neither the ambiance nor the taste of the food matters if the customer service is nonexistent. The bartender and the manager were unabashedly disrespectful when we expressed displeasure with the taste of a drink. The bartender listened only to respond, not to hear. He repeatedly asserted the drink was classically made and refused to hear our desire for a drink made to taste. The manager abruptly chimed in to say that "it was fine if we didn't want the drink, but he refused to take it off of our check." He then poured the drink out and walked away. To be clear, we were not loud, rude or argumentative, and we never asked to have the drink taken off of our check. In fact, we were never asked what we wanted. Their position was squarely centered on how the drink was made in the classic manor, but the irony is that when we ordered the drink, we were told we could choose how we wanted the drink made, and ultimately, we simply wanted the drink remade to our specifications. After a very unsavory discourse, the drink was remade to our specifications, but the assumption that we wanted a $25 drink removed from our check after one sip was not only insulting but ridiculous. I shared this incident with colleagues at Johns Hopkins and with my neighbors in Cross Keys, only to learn they had similar experiences. They all agreed to discontinue patronizing Luna Oaxaca, and so should you.

Super restaurant, the chips and salsa were delicious and so was the salad. Very fresh! Good service and cute patio!

If you looking for authentic Mexican food, then this is your spot to go to. Their traditional menu meets innovated creative cuisine!!!! The food was delicious with bold flavors! Luna Oaxaca was our home away from home comfort food. As a family from the south, we know flavors and this was hands down legit. If you go please visit and ask for Marissa, she was so sweet, kind and friendly to my husband and I. To start we ordered Taquitos de Pollo. Omg loved the crunchiness of the taquitos with all the toppings. They never got soggy at all!!! Then my husband and I ordered Street Tacos. We got tacos Al Pastor and the Carne Asada Tacos. The hot sauce was fire!!!! Loved it. Perfect blend of flavors for each tacos. We also enjoyed the Pollo Enchiladas with refried beans and Mexican rice. We just couldn't get enough. The food was amazing. As a dessert we ordered the Tres Leches cake! This cake was to die for... left us wanting more. As a result of loving this food, we got an order of the street tacos and taquitos. Even though it was a 40 minute drive for us, we will definitely be eating there again. And lastly the atmosphere was very modernized with that Latin Vibe! Very elegant. Love the salsa meringue music. I just kept vibing and singing with Marc Anthony music...

Cute ambiance and nice patio setting. Bartender was very nice and attentive. Food looks great!

Tried this place for the first time with friends tonight. And I wanted to like it. I really did. The location is nice, and the outdoor patio is wonderful for nice nights. And the server was attentive. But, I can't recommend the food at all. My friend's enchiladas were cold. My other friends's tacos had half a large onion on every taco. And my empanadas were fried, not baked, and arrived sitting in a whole puddle of grease. This restaurant is a good idea, but the execution is off.

Food was bomb and so was my drink very inviting and friendly atmosphere was nice and laid back

Great service. Fantastic cocktails, chips and salsa. The burrito was tasty and the portions were not huge but big enough. I will definitely return.

Meh. Caesar salad was terrible. The guac and fried ice cream partially made up for it.

Came for dinner with a group of friends... The restaurant is in a cute location, restaurant itself is very casual. Tried the skinny margarita (passion fruit), it was very good. Enjoyed the guacamole as well. The plantains were good. The chicken & beef empanadas were OK. Steak tacos were OK. Didn't get to try the shrimp taco because the shrimp was raw. Mentioned it to the waiter, he shrugged it off, didn't say anything. Service was fine. Parking is available.

Underwhelming and not very authentic. Guac was pretty good and the chips were warm/fresh but the entres were middle of the road at best. Probs better for the bar crowd than those in search of fine dining. I never say this, but it was a bit loud indoors. Outdoor seating definitely the better bet.

After the long walk thru Cross Keys just to find the Luna Oaxaca. Poor Signage, got tithe restaurant patio that is very barren. Need planters and color other than the grey tables and plain concrete. Service was slow and relaxed. Ordered Chips and Salsa. No heat in the salsa, but for an upcharge you can have a 1 oz soufflé cup of ground scotch bonnets. No thanks but if you add a teaspoonful of it to the salsa , be careful. Chicken Taquitos were good , but I have never seen purple cabbage over taquitos and I have been in Mexico a lot in my time here on Earth. It would have been nice to have both entrees brought at the same time . I had the Arrachera , a skirt steak that I ordered medium rare. Medium well is what I received and the Oaxaca was a layer of gummy cheese. The vegetables were seasonal. I didn't know cauliflower and purple cabbage was a spring vegetable especially in a Mexican restaurant . Drinks were good , the house Margarita spicy. I would probably not come back as their menu is meh!!

New restaurant in the area, wanted to try it out. Went on Cinco De Mayo, so expected a wait and it to be busy. It definitely was, which was good to see. Hostess was very open about having to wait for a table but was very helpful. We got sat and no one came over to our table, we had to flag our hostess down again to get someone over. I attribute it to it being new and also busy for the holiday. We sat outside, they had tables with and without umbrella coverings and it was a nice view. The guac was made fresh and tasted great, my friend had shrimp tacos which were delicious and I had the Arrachera with shrimp on the side and it was done beautifully. The mango margarita was also fantastic. Overall about $100 for two people, so a little pricey but not terrible. Will definitely go again!

This newly opened restaurant is a delight. The theme is upscale Mexican cuisine, but the prices are quite reasonable and food is excellent. Consider going on a pleasant evening and request an outdoors table. They don't accept reservations for the outdoor tables (only indoors) but they have a very large area with plenty of tables with umbrellas to shield the sun. The al fresco experience is among the best around - quiet and picturesque. I should also note that while Google labels the prices as in the $30 - $50 range, most entrees are in the $25 to $35 range. Perhaps the Google range included appetizers. In any event, food and service are excellent. Our server, JuanCarlos, was a charmer.

Really enjoyed my experience here. All of the staff was friendly and attentive, the food came out in a good amount of time and was very good. I sat outside with my party so I can't vouch for what the inside was like, but the patio was really nice, not overly crowded or loud. The beer we ordered also came out in a frozen glass which I really appreciated! Will definitely be back!

We've been here twice since it opened and both times the food, and the service, are just so-so. First time we sat at a table & had to keep asking waiter for service. No one ever came to see if we needed anything or if we wanted a second drink. Second time we sat at the bar, expecting more attention & still didn't get it. Neither bartender asked us if we wanted a second drink or even dessert! I had the Avocado caesar salad with salmon, which was overcooked. Rest of the salad, aside from the avocado, consisted of lettuce & a few meager slices of cucumber. Not a very exciting meal but I just wanted something lighter. Skinny margarita was better than their regular margarita for some reason. Overall, I might give restaurant a third try but we've been pretty underwhelmed with Luna Oaxaca. It has potential!

food and service were fantastic! Restaurant decor was very nice and the bathrooms were lovely!

A group of friends had dinner there. The food was really good and the service was fine. BUT the noise level inside the restaurant was so high that we could barely hear the person at the desk. There is a long and very noisy bar. I didn't see any sound dampening measures inside - only a lot of hard surfaces and a high ceiling. The only choice was to eat on the terrace, which we did despite it being a little chilly.

overpriced, underwhelming tex mex. the enchiladas lacked flavor. the avocado salad with steak was decent but needed more toppings. was mostly lettuce although the steak was delicious. $15 guacamole that I could have made better at home. the margaritas were overly sweet. I feel like the only reason they can charge what they do is location. save your money and go to clavel and if you want medicocre tex mex, papis is comparable for half the price.