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My Favorite Places in Oaxaca de Juárez

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Oaxaca de Juárez quickly became one of my favorite cities in Mexico. Its beautiful architecture, welcoming atmosphere, rich culture, and incredible cuisine make it a destination I happily recommend. These are the places I returned to and genuinely en...
 
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Arugula became one of my go-to restaurants in Oaxaca. The vegetarian cuisine is outstanding, and the owner and his wife are so friendly and welcoming that I found myself eating here nearly every day.
Restaurante Arugula
 
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Boulenc is one of my favorite places to eat in Oaxaca. This popular bakery and café serves incredible sandwiches, pizza, fresh pastries, and delicious healthy drinks.
Boulenc, Pan Artesanal, Fermentos, Conservas, Restaurante, Café ...
 
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If you're looking for delicious local food, don't miss Don Juanito Taquería y Pozolería. The flautas de pollo y quesillo were absolutely worth ordering.
Don Juanito Taquería y Pozolería
 
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I really enjoyed La Popular. The torta milanesa de pollo was excellent and is what I'd recommend trying if you visit.
LA POPULAR, Oaxaca - Restaurant Reviews & Photos
 
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Praga is a wonderful place to enjoy a meal with a view. The food was delicious, and the beautiful overlook of the Santo Domingo area made the experience even more memorable.
Praga Coffee Bar
 
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Carmelita Postres is a charming bakery with a wide variety of beautiful desserts and baked goods. It's well worth a visit if you're craving something sweet.
Pastelería Carmelita
 
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If you're looking for a quiet place to stay, I highly recommend Hotel Niut-Ja. The hotel was clean, peaceful, and the staff made me feel welcome.
Hotel Niut-ja
 
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Hostal Nordés was one of my favorite places to stay. The owners were incredibly kind, the staff was amazing, and the rooms were clean, comfortable, and welcoming.
Hostal Nordés
 
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If you need laundry done in Oaxaca, I highly recommend Oashxaca Lavandería Lavandería. The service was consistently excellent, and my clothes always came back clean and fresh.
Lavandería Oashxaca