Best Tetelas in Oaxaca, MX

Triangular pockets of corn masa stuffed with beans and cheese, cooked on a clay comal.

Itanoní Flor de Maíz

Reforma

4.5 / 5

Every bite burst with mushrooms, queso fresco, and cream... the masa is made fresh daily from heirloom corn.

Local LegendClassicHeirloom CornAuthentic

9.6Flavor

9.2Value

8.8Vibe

San Juan Bautista la Raya

4.8 / 5

The food was worth making the 45-minute drive from Oaxaca City. For foodies who love hidden gems, this place is a must.

Hidden GemCulinary DestinationChef-DrivenAuthentic

9.9Flavor

7.8Value

9.5Vibe

Centro Histórico

4.7 / 5

The menu focuses on pre-Hispanic traditional cooking but feels super refined and modern. The tamal-style tetelas are essential.

Michelin StarInstagrammableMust-VisitModern Traditional

9.7Flavor

8.4Value

9.6Vibe

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