Oaxaca
Oaxaca
Oaxaca is an authentic Mexican restaurant on Pla de Palau near the Born quarter, opened in 2014 as part of Grupo Sagardi. Chef Joan Bagur trained at El Bulli and El Celler de Can Roca before spending over 20 years in Mexico studying traditional cuisine with 'mayoras'.
Background
About Oaxaca
The Story
Oaxaca Cuina Mexicana opened in 2014, part of Grupo Sagardi founded by Inaki Lopez de Vinaspre. The restaurant occupies an early 1800s building on Pla de Palau, adjacent to the historic 7 Portes, covering 400 square metres with a colonnade terrace. The concept brings authentic Oaxacan cuisine to Barcelona through ancestral techniques: nixtamalized corn ground on volcanic stone, pre-Hispanic moles, charcoal-grilled fish, and salsas prepared in a molcajete. The restaurant also operates a mezcaleria with over 200 mezcal varieties curated with mezcal master Eric Hernandez from Destilerias Tlacolula. A second location opened in Amsterdam in December 2023.
The Cuisine
Chef Joan Bagur serves traditional evolved Mexican cuisine using ancestral techniques and native ingredients, many grown in the restaurant's own Mexican milpa garden: jalapenos, poblanos, epazote, huitlacoche, nopales, and heirloom corn. The menu features authentic guacamole prepared tableside in a molcajete (12 EUR per person, minimum 2), Iberian pork al pastor tacos with roasted pineapple (14 EUR), cochinita pibil with frijoles de la olla (28 EUR), organic chicken with Oaxaca-style black mole (28 EUR), and red tuna zarandeado (28 EUR). Tasting menus at 45 EUR (Discover Oaxaca) and 65 EUR (All Oaxaca). Seasonal chapulines (grasshoppers) and chicatana ants brought directly from the fields of Oaxaca.
The Team
Chef Joan Bagur, originally from Menorca, trained at El Bulli, El Celler de Can Roca, Sant Pau, and Drolma before moving to Mexico in 2000. He spent over 20 years studying traditional Mexican cuisine with cooks known as 'mayoras', mentored by Carmen 'Titita' Ramirez Degollado and anthropologist Diana Kennedy. The restaurant is part of Grupo Sagardi, founded by Inaki Lopez de Vinaspre. Mezcal selection curated with mezcal master Eric Hernandez of Destilerias Tlacolula.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Oaxaca Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.4
3,556 reviews
Yelp
4.2
37 reviews
Diners rate it 4.4/5 on Google (3,556 reviews) and 4.2/5 on Yelp (37 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Oaxaca
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book online via OpenTable, (ElTenedor), or through the restaurant website at oaxacacuinamexicana.com/reservas.html. Also by phone at +34 933 190 064 or email at reservas@gruposagardi.com. Maximum party size 10 online.
Experience
Oaxaca Dining Experience
A 400-square-metre space in an early 1800s building with raw, untreated walls and traditional Mexican masks alongside contemporary paintings by Mexican artist Guillermo Olguin. Open kitchen with a comal visible through large windows, where tortillas and tacos are made from scratch. Mezcaleria section inspired by classic Mexican cantinas. Terrace on the colonnade at Pla de Palau. Casual dress code. Suitable for groups, dates, and celebrations.
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Oaxaca Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Pla de Palau in Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera, at the edge of the Born quarter and Barceloneta. Housed in an early 1800s building adjacent to the historic 7 Portes restaurant, with a terrace on the colonnade facing Port Vell.
Nearby
Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera encompasses the Born quarter and the area around the Mercat de Santa Caterina. Pla de Palau sits at the southern edge, where the neighbourhood meets the port and Barceloneta. The colonnade square is home to historic establishments including 7 Portes and the Llotja de Mar.
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Details
Oaxaca Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–00:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–01:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–01:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–00:00 |
Oaxaca hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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From oaxacabcn on Instagram
Un orgull aparèixer a la guia @macarfi_com com un dels millors mexicans de Barcelona! Des de fa més de 12 anys, la passió del xef @joan.bagur.i.bagur és portar el millor de la cultura gastronòmica de Mèxic a la nostra ciutat. Gràcies a tots per formar part de la família Oaxaca!
@joan.bagur.i.bagur ens explica els secrets de les Torrades de tonyina vermella al chipotle, un dels plats més icònics d'Oaxaca que porta des dels inicis a la nostra carta. No pot fallar a la teva visita a @oaxacabcn !
Gracias @xagullo por la mirada y sensibilidad con la que has sabido leer nuestra cocina y nuestra historia.
Descobreix l'univers del mezcal a la nostra mezcaleria i deixa't portar per l'essència de Mèxic. El mezcal és molt més que una beguda: és un llegat viu, nascut fa segles. Elaborat exclusivament amb atzavara, els nostres mezcals provenen de Tlacolula de Matamoros, on cada fase del procés —des de la
Verdes, ácidos, dulces... y todos llenos de sabor! De ellos nace nuestra salsa verde del día, perfecta para taquitos, pescado, carne... o para rebañar con totopos. Imprescindible en cualquier mesa de Oaxaca.
En Oaxaca @oaxacabcn el chef Joan Bagur @joan.bagur.i.bagur —25 años en México a sus espaldas— recrea la tradición mexicana con autenticidad radical, técnica de alta cocina y producto impecable. Guacamole preparado al momento en molcajete (sin tomate ni limón, ¡nunca!), tacos del pastor que rivaliz
Questions
Oaxaca FAQ
Is there an English menu available at Oaxaca Barcelona?
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Yes, the restaurant serves international visitors and provides menu information in English. You can view the current menu and pricing on their website at oaxacacuinamexicana.com. The à la carte menu features 27 dishes across 4 sections with items ranging from €7-€74.
What can I expect from the menu at Oaxaca Barcelona?
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The menu features authentic Oaxacan cuisine using ancestral techniques: nixtamalized corn tortillas, pre-Hispanic moles, charcoal-grilled fish, and salsas prepared in molcajete. Highlights include guacamole prepared tableside (€12 per person, minimum 2), Iberian pork al pastor tacos with roasted pineapple (€14), cochinita pibil (€28), and organic chicken with Oaxaca-style black mole (€28). Seasonal chapulines (grasshoppers) and chicatana ants from the fields of Oaxaca. The mezcaleria offers over 200 mezcal varieties and signature cocktails.
How many mezcal varieties does Oaxaca Barcelona have?
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Oaxaca has over 200 mezcal varieties in their mezcaleria, curated with mezcal master Eric Hernandez from Destilerias Tlacolula. The mezcaleria section is inspired by classic Mexican cantinas and offers signature cocktails alongside the extensive mezcal selection.
What is Chef Joan Bagur's background at Oaxaca Barcelona?
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Chef Joan Bagur, originally from Menorca, trained at world-renowned restaurants El Bulli, El Celler de Can Roca, Sant Pau, and Drolma before moving to Mexico in 2000. He spent over 20 years studying traditional Mexican cuisine with cooks known as 'mayoras', mentored by Carmen 'Titita' Ramirez Degollado and anthropologist Diana Kennedy.
What makes Oaxaca Barcelona's Mexican cuisine authentic?
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Oaxaca uses ancestral techniques including nixtamalized corn ground on volcanic stone, pre-Hispanic moles, and charcoal grilling. The restaurant grows its own Mexican ingredients in a milpa garden: jalapeños, poblanos, epazote, huitlacoche, nopales, and heirloom corn. Tortillas are made from scratch in the open kitchen, and traditional salsas are prepared in molcajete.
Where exactly is Oaxaca Barcelona located?
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Oaxaca is located at Pla de Palau, 19, 08003 Barcelona, in the Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera neighborhood at the edge of the Born quarter. It's housed in an early 1800s building adjacent to the historic 7 Portes restaurant, with a terrace on the colonnade facing Port Vell. The nearest metro is Barceloneta (L4), a 5-minute walk away.