At Sabina Sabe, indulge in fresh, vibrant dishes like vegetarian tacos and rich desserts amid a lively atmosphere and friendly service—perfect for a return visit!
5 de Mayo 209, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Get directions
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"A Word’s 50 Best cocktail bar, Sabina Sabe is easy to find: Look for the teal exterior and slip through the wood plank door to chat with the host. Don’t let a little gatekeeping intimidate you, however. Given its reputation and commensurate demand for limited spots, the owners need a system to control crowds. Consequently, it’s best to have a reservation. If you can’t be bothered or prefer a serendipitous drink, go early and ask for a bar stool. Despite its popularity, friendly bartenders have zero pretenses and will help you navigate the regional ingredients driving the cocktail recipes. The point of view here is creative drinks, though neat pours of mezcal are possible." - Lauren Mowery
"A good Mexican dish usually has some combination of sour, spicy, and sweet flavors. Most of Sabina Sabe’s cocktails use all three in a balanced way, while using mezcal and other Mexican spirits like charanda and tequila. Grab a stool at the bar and order the Micky Miguel Miguelito, a cocktail made with mezcal distilled with tamarind, watermelon shrub, and pasilla chili syrup. If you get hungry, order a couple plates to snack on, like lechón gorditas, shrimp aguachile, or molotes de plátano. The atmosphere is pretty laid-back, and while it’s not a full-on party, it’s a perfect stop on a night out with two or three friends." - liliana lopez, kylie han
"Tortuga y Chango was fashioned after three mezcal bars in Oaxaca, including Savina Sabe." - Beth McKibben
"Cocktail bar Sabina Sabe, named the 20th best bar in North America in 2022, has an extensive list of worthy mezcals by revered makers like La Locura and Mezcal Vago and serves up creative twists on classic cocktails."
"A good Mexican dish usually has some combination of sour, spicy, and sweet flavors. Most of Sabina Sabe’s cocktails use all three in a balanced way, while using mezcal and other Mexican spirits like charanda and tequila. Grab a stool at the bar and order the Micky Miguel Miguelito, a cocktail made with mezcal distilled with tamarind, watermelon shrub, and pasilla chili syrup. If you get hungry, order a couple plates to snack on, like lechón gorditas, shrimp aguachile, or molotes de plátano. The atmosphere is pretty laid-back, and while it’s not a full-on party, it’s a perfect stop on a night out with two or three friends." - Liliana López
