Best Tlayuda in Oaxaca, MX

A large, crunchy toasted tortilla topped with lard, beans, quesillo, cabbage, and grilled meats.

Tlayudas El Negro

Centro

4.5 / 5

The costilla is incredible and the portion size is massive; it's a true Oaxacan institution.

Local LegendClassicLive Music

9.2Flavor

8.8Value

8.5Vibe

Centro

4.4 / 5

Eating on the street at midnight is the peak Oaxaca experience. The asiento is incredible.

IconicLate NightStreet Food

9.5Flavor

9.2Value

8Vibe

Centro

4.4 / 5

Featured on Netflix and absolutely worth the hype. The charcoal flavor is intense and smoky.

Netflix FamousLocal LegendMust Visit

9.4Flavor

8.7Value

7.5Vibe

Santa Lucía

4.6 / 5

Produces the ultimate, iconic Oaxaqueño tlayuda with a wide universe of grilled proteins.

ClassicTraditionalInstagrammable

9.3Flavor

8.2Value

8.7Vibe

Centro

4.7 / 5

A true hole-in-the-wall gem. They don't skimp on ingredients and the price is unbeatable.

Hidden GemAuthenticValue

9.1Flavor

9.5Value

7.8Vibe

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