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Fiesta Oaxaca
Not your average Mexican restaurant — this is Oaxaca’s soul, served steps from the Santa Fe Plaza.
Why Fiesta Oaxaca is not just a place to eat — it’s a cultural experience.
More than food, it’s Mexico’s story, one plate at a time.
At Fiesta Oaxaca, we honor the deep culinary heritage of southern Mexico with handmade dishes, imported ingredients, and recipes passed down for generations — This isn’t fusion. It’s the real thing.
🏆 Award-Winning Flavors
Recognized by the Vegan Chef Challenge and Restaurant Guru for our traditional moles and plant-based innovation.
🌿 Authentic + Vegan Options
From Mole Amarillo de Yuca to Chile en Nogada plant-based versions with all the soul, none of the shortcuts.
🔥Made with Mexican Ingredients
Real chiles, hoja santa, cacao and spices brought from Oaxaca to preserve flavor and identity.
📍 Steps from Santa Fe Plaza
Located in the heart of downtown — a hidden gem just off the main square.
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Appetizers
Start your journey with a taste of tradition.
Our appetizers are inspired by the markets of southern Mexico — bold, handmade, and full of flavor.
Chips and Salsa
Crispy corn tortilla chips served with our house-made salsas — the perfect way to begin.
Chips and Guacamole
Golden chips paired with creamy, freshly mashed guacamole. Simple. Authentic. Irresistible.
Chips, Salsa & Guacamole
Can’t choose? Have it all — a trio of bold dips for sharing (or not).
Sample of Moles
A tasting of our traditional house moles. A flavorful intro to the soul of Oaxaca.
Garnachas Veracruz
Two handmade corn and flour tortillas, flavored with anise and brown sugar, topped with chicken, mole, and fresh cheese — a sweet and savory antojito from Veracruz.
Taquitos Dorados
Six small crispy corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with your choice of red or green salsa. Crunchy, warm, and comforting.
Molotones de Oaxaca
Two crispy croquettes made with plantain and stuffed with chorizo and Oaxaca cheese. A golden bite of southern indulgence.
Cazuelita de Queso Fundido
A bubbling pot of melted cheese with chorizo, mushrooms, and strips of poblano pepper. Served with handmade corn tortillas — perfect for scooping and sharing.
Tacos
Three house-made corn tortillas filled with your choice of traditional or vegan fillings.
Each taco is served with rice and beans — handmade, hearty, and full of southern flavor
Al Pastor
Roasted pork sautéed with guajillo and chipotle peppers, garlic, onion, and spices. Smoky, slightly sweet, and full of depth.
Tinga
Shredded chicken cooked with chipotle peppers, garlic, onion, and house spices. Tender, spicy, and comforting.
Pibil
Roasted pork marinated with achiote paste and orange juice, then sautéed with guajillo pepper, garlic, onion, and spices. A bold Yucatán-style classic.
Carnitas
Pork slowly sautéed with orange juice, garlic, onion, bay leaves, lime, and warm spices. Crispy, juicy, and deeply savory.
Barbacoa
Roasted shredded beef, cooked with guajillo peppers, avocado leaves, garlic, and onion. Rich and tender, with a hint of smoke.
Vegan Tacos
Our plant-based taco filling is made with a house blend of wheat, chickpeas, and mushrooms — full of umami and seasoned to perfection.
Tacos Surtidos
Can’t decide? Choose any three tacos from the list above to create your own flavorful combination.
Quesadillas
Two large house-made corn tortillas, grilled and filled with Oaxaca cheese, red or green salsa, and the filling of your choice.
A simple pleasure — rustic, cheesy, and deeply satisfying.
Poblano
Slices of roasted poblano peppers sautéed with tomatillos, garlic, onion, and spices. Mild heat with smoky, green flavor.
Mushroom
Mushrooms sautéed with garlic, onion, guajillo and arbol peppers. Earthy, spicy, and bold.
Chicken
Shredded chicken sautéed with tomatoes, garlic, onion, chipotle peppers, and spices. Juicy and comforting.
Flor de Calabaza
Pumpkin flowers sautéed with Oaxaca cheese, garlic, onion, serrano peppers, and epazote leaves. A seasonal Oaxacan classic.
Huitlacoche
Corn fungus (known as “Mexican truffle”) sautéed with epazote leaves, corn kernels, garlic, and onion. Deep, rich, and unmistakably traditional.
Barbacoa
Roasted beef sautéed with guajillo peppers, avocado leaves, garlic, and onion. Bold and filling.
Quesadillas Mix
Choose any two fillings from the list above to create your own flavorful duo.
Tamales Oaxaqueños
Traditional tamales wrapped in pozole leaves, made fresh in-house with regional moles and fillings.
Steamed, soft, and full of tradition in every bite.
Mole de Oaxaca
Home-made corn masa tamal filled with shredded chicken and our classic black mole — a rich, complex sauce made with chocolate, chiles, seeds, plantains, and spices. Wrapped in pozole leaves for a rustic finish.
Mole de Yucca
A unique twist using home-made yucca masa, filled with pork and our vibrant mole amarillo — prepared with chile de árbol, chayote, hoja santa, and native spices. Wrapped in pozole leaves, Oaxacan-style.
Tlayudas de Oaxaca
Crispy, oversized corn tortillas grilled to perfection and layered with beans, Oaxaca cheese, fresh toppings, and your protein of choice.
One of Oaxaca’s most iconic street foods — crunchy, smoky, and meant to be shared (or not!).
Tlayuda de Carne
Grilled tlayuda with beans, Oaxaca cheese, Mexican chorizo, avocado, tomatoes, green onion, and jalapeño salsa. Served with your choice of chicken, pork enchilada, or roast beef.
Tlayuda de Mariscos
Tlayuda topped with grilled shrimp and fish, Oaxaca cheese, beans, avocado, tomatoes, green onion, and fresh salsa. A seafood twist on a southern Mexican classic.
Soups
Comforting, flavorful, and made from scratch.
Our soups are rooted in family recipes and the seasonal traditions of southern Mexico.
Puchero
A hearty chicken-based soup with chayote, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and fresh cilantro. Light yet nourishing — a staple of Mexican home cooking.
Pozole
A traditional red hominy soup made with pork, guajillo and ancho peppers, radish, and oregano. Bold, smoky, and perfect for warming the soul.
Mixteca
Made with slices of poblano pepper, mushrooms, tomatoes, chayote, carrots, and potatoes, topped with cheese. A colorful, veggie-packed bowl full of comforting textures and spice.
Chilpachole
Seafood soup made with fish, shrimp, tomatoes, chipotle, garlic, onion, and epazote. A coastal dish with deep smoky flavor and herbal complexity.
Salads
Fresh, colorful, and full of textures.
Our salads blend traditional Mexican ingredients with vibrant seasonal produce — perfect as a starter or a light main.
Mixta
Chopped jicama, sweet peppers, tomatoes, corn, lettuce, spring greens, almonds, peanuts, and slices of avocado. A refreshing mix of crunch and creaminess in every bite.
Nopalitos con Jícama
Chopped cactus and jícama with tomatoes, lettuce, mixed greens, almonds, raisins, and avocado slices. Light, tangy, and deeply rooted in Mexican tradition.
Aguacate con Mango
A tropical salad with chopped avocado, mango, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, spring greens, corn, black beans, olives, almonds, and pomegranate. Sweet, savory, and colorful — like Oaxaca on a plate.
Fiesta Oaxaca Especiales
Traditional southern Mexican dishes crafted with heritage, care, and bold flavor.
These are the house specialties that define who we are.
Mole de Oaxaca
Chicken breast topped with our signature black mole — a rich blend of chocolate, seven types of chiles, six seeds, plantains, tomatoes, garlic, onions, and over 20 ingredients in total. Handmade from scratch the traditional way.
Mole Verde
Chicken sautéed with a bright green mole made from pumpkin seeds, peanuts, tomatillos, epazote, and fresh herbs. A smooth, nutty classic with deep Oaxacan roots.
Mole Amarillo de Yucca
Tender pork cooked in a vibrant yellow mole made with chile de árbol, yucca, chayote, and hoja santa. A bold, earthy dish with a slight kick — one of our most unique offerings.
Mole Rosado de Piñón
Chicken in a rare and elegant mole made with pine nuts, white chocolate, almonds, walnuts, chipotle, hoja santa and pomegranate. A creamy, slightly sweet sauce with a story in every bite.
Mole de Tamarindo
Roasted pork sautéed in a tangy tamarind mole with tomatillos, guajillo and ancho peppers, garlic and onion. A beautiful balance of acidity, spice, and depth.
Carnitas Michoacán
Slow-cooked pork sautéed with brown sugar, garlic, onion, bay leaves and citrus. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside — a timeless favorite.
Barbacoa Mexicana
Roasted shredded beef cooked with guajillo peppers, avocado leaves, tomatillos, garlic, and onions. Deep, smoky, and soul-warming.
Pescado a la Veracruzana
Tilapia fillet sautéed with tomatoes, olives, raisins, capers, onions, garlic, and chiles güeros. Sweet, salty and citrusy — a coastal dish full of character.
Chiles Veracruz
Two roasted jalapeño peppers, stuffed with chicken, olives, capers, tomatoes, and raisins. A bold blend of savory and sweet, wrapped in mild heat.
Chile en Nogada
A roasted poblano pepper lightly battered and filled with a traditional mix of pork, beef, apple, plantain, peach, pear, and raisins. Topped with a creamy almond-walnut sauce and fresh pomegranate seeds. A national treasure, reimagined with elegance.
Fiesta Combo
A celebratory plate featuring three house favorites: Molotón de Oaxaca, an enchilada, and a Chile Veracruz — served together for a full expression of flavor and tradition.
Enchiladas
Three house-made corn tortillas, filled and folded by hand, served with rice and beans.
Each enchilada tells a different story — choose your favorite flavor journey.
Mole de Oaxaca
Shredded chicken covered in our signature mole negro, made with chocolate, seven types of peppers, six seeds, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and deep ancestral seasoning. Rich, bold, and unmistakably Oaxacan.
Mole Verde
Chicken wrapped in tortillas and topped with a creamy green mole of pumpkin seeds, tomatillos, peanuts, and fresh herbs. A velvety, nutty classic with soul.
Mole Amarillo de Yucca
Pork in a vibrant yellow mole made with chile de árbol, yucca, chayote, and hoja santa. Earthy, aromatic, and full of character.
Mole Rosado de Piñón
Enchiladas filled with chicken and smothered in our pink mole — a unique blend of pine nuts, almonds, white chocolate, chipotle, walnuts, hoja santa, and pomegranate. Elegant and unforgettable.
Mole de Tamarindo
Shredded pork in a tangy mole of tamarind, tomatillos, guajillo and ancho peppers, garlic, and onion. Sweet, sour, and spicy in perfect harmony.
Rojas o Verdes
Shredded chicken topped with your choice of classic red or green salsa. A straightforward favorite with bold flavor.
Suizas
Creamy enchiladas filled with shredded chicken, Mexican crema, and cream cheese, topped with tangy tomatillo salsa, Oaxaca cheese, and fresh cilantro. Smooth and comforting.
Pibil
Pork marinated with achiote paste, orange juice, guajillo peppers, garlic, and onion — wrapped in tortillas and baked to perfection. A dish rooted in the Yucatán, served Oaxacan-style.
Burritos
Flour tortillas filled with beans, Oaxaca cheese, lettuce, and your choice of protein.
Classic, comforting, and packed with flavor — our burritos are a hearty favorite.
Al Pastor
Marinated roasted pork with guajillo and chipotle peppers, garlic, onion, and traditional spices.
Tinga
Shredded chicken sautéed with chipotle peppers, garlic, onion, and a rich tomato base.
Pibil
Roasted pork in achiote paste, orange juice, guajillo peppers, garlic, and onion. Deeply aromatic with a touch of citrus.
Carnitas
Slow-cooked pork with orange juice, garlic, onion, bay leaves, and warm spices — crispy outside, tender inside.
Barbacoa
Shredded beef roasted with guajillo peppers, avocado leaves, garlic, and onion — deeply flavorful and comforting.
Desserts
Sweet endings with a Mexican soul.
Our house-made desserts are rich, nostalgic, and full of traditional flavor.
Flan a la Antigua
Classic caramel custard made the traditional way — silky, sweet, and timeless.
Pastel de Tres Leches
A light sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with whipped cream. A fiesta favorite.
Pastel de Queso (Dairy-Free Cheesecake)
Creamy, rich, and dairy-free — a modern twist on a classic indulgence.
Bollito
Sweet corn tamal served warm. Soft, rustic, and comforting — just like abuela used to make.
Drinks
From refreshing to nostalgic, there’s a drink for every craving.
Aguas Frescas
Traditional Mexican drinks made fresh daily. Choose from Horchata, Guanábana, Tamarindo, or Limonada.
Mexican Sodas
Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, Soda Water — with that real sugar fizz.
Hot & Iced Beverages
Enjoy a comforting cup of coffee, hot tea, or refreshing iced tea to go with your meal.
Vegan Options
Same soul. No meat. 100% Mexican flavor.
🫓 Appetizers / Aperitivos
  • Sample of Moles 🌿
🌯 Burritos
  • Vegan 🌿
🌮 Tacos
  • Tacos Vegan🌿
🧀 Quesadillas
  • Mushroom Quesadilla 🌿
  • Flor de Calabaza Quesadilla 🌿
  • Huitlacoche Quesadilla 🌿
  • Quesadillas Mix 🌿
🥗 Salads / Ensaladas
  • Mixta Salad 🌿
  • Nopalitos con Jícama 🌿
  • Avocado with Mango Salad 🌿
🌮 Enchiladas
  • Rojas o Verde Enchiladas 🌿
  • Mole de Oaxaca Enchiladas🌿
  • Mole Verde Enchiladas 🌿
  • Mole Rosado de Piñón Enchiladas 🌿
  • Mole de Tamarindo Enchiladas 🌿
🌟 Fiesta Oaxaca Especiales
  • Mole de Oaxaca 🌿
  • Mole Verde 🌿
  • Mole Amarillo de Yucca 🌿
  • Mole Rosado de Piñón 🌿
  • Mole de Tamarindo 🌿
  • Chile en Nogada 🌿
  • Chiles Veracruz 🌿
A feast for your eyes — and your heart.
At Fiesta Oaxaca, every dish is a canvas, every table a celebration. From vibrant moles to handmade tamales and sunlit terrace moments, here’s a glimpse of the colors, textures, and joy that make our food unforgettable.
Rooted in Oaxaca. Brought to life in Santa Fe
At Fiesta Oaxaca, we are a team of cooks, servers, and hosts united by one purpose: to honor the culinary traditions of southern Mexico with honesty and pride. Every dish we serve — from handmade tamales to bold, complex moles — is prepared with care, as if you were sitting at our family’s table.
The soul behind Fiesta Oaxaca is Alberto López Palacios, a native of Oaxaca and founder of the restaurant. Inspired by the recipes and rituals he grew up with, Alberto created this space as a tribute to the flavors, colors, and culture of his homeland.
We believe food is more than a meal — it’s a way of keeping memories alive. Whether you're a local or just visiting, our team welcomes you with warmth, tradition, and a true taste of Oaxaca.
Welcome in! Give us call to book your table.
Just steps from the Santa Fe Plaza — and miles away from the ordinary.

Come experience the flavors of Oaxaca right in the heart of downtown Santa Fe. Whether you're walking from the Plaza or planning a special night out, Fiesta Oaxaca welcomes you with authentic food, a vibrant atmosphere, and a terrace that feels like home.
📌 Address:
135 W Palace Ave, Suite 101
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
(Located just off the Plaza next to the historic Palace of the Governors)
📞 Phone:
(505) 982-9525
⏰ Hours:
Wednesday: Closed
Monday to Sunday : 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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