Best Tamal de Mole Negro in Oaxaca, MX

Corn masa filled with rich black mole and shredded chicken, steamed inside a large banana leaf.

Tamales Lety (Mercado de la Merced)

Barrio de la Merced
4.8 / 5

Lety's tamal Oaxaqueño is so moist and flavorful, you'll be hard-pressed not to order seconds. A-ma-zing.

Local LegendHidden GemAuthenticBudget Friendly
9.8Flavor
9.9Value
7.2Vibe

Levadura de Olla

Centro Histórico
4.7 / 5

The Tamal was a fluffy corn cake moist enough and a great match with the red and black mole. It blew my tastebuds.

GourmetInstagrammableMichelin StarredModern Twist
9.5Flavor
7.5Value
9.8Vibe

Itanoní Flor del Maíz

Colonia Reforma
4.5 / 5

The masa is the star here, made from heirloom corn. The mole negro is divine and deeply traditional.

ClassicCorn SpecialistFoodie FavoriteSustainable
9.3Flavor
8.8Value
9Vibe

Tamales de San Agustín

Centro Histórico
4.4 / 5

A classic stop in Oaxaca for authentic tamales. The mole negro is rich, dark, and exactly what you expect from a gold standard.

ClassicLocal LegendTourist FriendlyReliable
9.1Flavor
8.5Value
8.2Vibe
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