NOIS: Restaurante & bar Oaxaca centro

Going on three years traveling throughout beautiful welcoming México, Oaxaca de Juárez is one of our favorite cities. Sights. Sounds. Smells. It’s all here. We chose Nois as one of our three celebration dinners for our anniversary. It did not disappoint. Although of appetites could have been bigger (issues for me with change of altitude from sea level 😳) we sampled some of the most beautiful food. The presentation is so exquisite it’s a shame to dig into it. Our service was kind, informative, patient- basically fabulous. We highly recommend this Oaxacan food experience. Obviously not the only ones, it’s a Michelin Star restaurant!

NOIS is not just a restaurant; it’s a sensory journey that takes you from death into the afterlife, guided by the deep and mystical flavors of Oaxaca. Every dish is carefully crafted to tell a story — a culinary narrative that honors the region’s tradition, soul, and creativity. Our server, Máx, made the night truly special. Her warmth, knowledge, and passion transformed an exceptional dinner into an unforgettable experience. She made us feel part of the magic behind each creation. The attention to detail, impeccable presentation, and emotional connection of the menu are worthy of a Michelin star. Without a doubt, NOIS deserves a Michelin star for its innovation, elegance, and absolute respect for Oaxacan flavors. A must-visit gem for anyone seeking more than a meal — a spiritual and artistic experience that only Oaxaca can offer.

My final meal in Oaxaca ended up being one of the best ones, and the full tasting menu stood out from the rest of the fine dining places I visited in the city. The service was warm and attentive from the start, and the storytelling behind each dish was the best I’ve ever experienced. Every course felt thoughtful and personal, the yellowtail and beef dishes especially blew me away. A perfect way to end my culinary journey in Oaxaca.

We dined as a group of four and tried the six-course tasting menu, but unfortunately Nois didn’t live up to the hype. At $2500 MX pp, Service was inconsistent, with multiple allergy mix-ups despite repeated confirmations. The pacing dragged, and paper napkins that disintegrated felt out of place in a fine dining setting. While the plating was lovely and the yellowtail standout, most dishes lacked the depth and excitement we expected from the reviews. Perhaps it was an off night, but overall, I wouldn’t recommend Nois and feel the Michelin guide should reconsider its inclusion until consistency improves.

This restaurant is located in a brutalist interior which is interesting. Unfortunately disturbed by too much clutter and unnecessary things laying around. Especially arriving at the place and being greeted by dirty dishes on a tray, deep freezer and microwave. However the food is spectacular and you should definitely eat here. We loved it and can highly recommended it. A beautiful mix of flavours of local ingredients but still not over flavoured. Perfect fish, meat and other seafood. We choose the 6 course tasting menu. Unfortunately only one wine was available. A red. In a restaurant of this category (pricing) a brighter choice would be expected. Unfortunately the outfit of the service staff was not at the level of sophistication of food and prices. Why does the kitchen team have beautiful uniforms and the service not? Little things which could be fixed easily will make this place to a perfect spot. We will definitely be back.

Really impressed by the quality and creativity of this restaurant. Amazing fine dining experience with unique flavours and an interesting story. Both the chef and the staff had thought about every detail and I can recommend to have a drink from the bar as well. Will go back to try the full tasting menu!

This is an amazing dining experience. We had the 9 course tasting menu. They offer smaller tastings or ala carte. If you love food you will love every course. The service is impeccable, Max was amazing at explaining what we were about to enjoy!! Every dish was filled with surprises and combinations that complemented the entire dish. They source from responsible vendors.

The best place in general and for cocktails in all Oaxaca (and to be honest, best we tried all over the world, including 50 best etc.). Beyond the cocktails, we got the best (!!!!) service we ever got from Richi (Ricardo) which is a masterpiece in hospitality. Came back 3 times during our trip.