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Tlayudas El Negro

4.3 (4227 reviews)
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Costilla Tlayuda

Specifically called out as great and recommended by a reviewer who enjoyed the combination of the tlayuda with rib meat.

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Ribs

Recommended alongside the tlayuda because they were described as tasty, not fatty, and a good pairing with the dish.

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Tlayuda especial

Praised for being very delicious and generously topped with two meats, beans, avocados, and crema, making it especially satisfying.

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Vegetarian tlayuda

Mentioned as generously sized and bursting with flavor, with one reviewer saying it made a satisfying dinner.

Location details

Vicente Guerrero 1029, Oaxaca, Oaxaca, 68080, MX

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Hours

Monday 12 PM to 12 AM
Tuesday 12 PM to 12 AM
Wednesday 12 PM to 12 AM
Thursday 12 PM to 12 AM
Friday 12 PM to 12 AM
Saturday 12 PM to 12 AM
Sunday 12 PM to 12 AM

About Tlayudas El Negro

Homestyle offerings are dished up in this unpretentious restaurant with live music & entertainment.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Live music

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Frequently asked questions

What is Tlayudas El Negro known for?

It is best known for tlayudas, especially versions with grilled meats like tasajo, costilla, carne asada, and ribs. Reviewers repeatedly mention the crisp shell, cheesy texture, and smoky grill flavor, and several say the portions are large enough to share.

What dishes are most recommended at Tlayudas El Negro?

The most recommended items are the Tlayuda premium with carne asada and ribs, the costilla tlayuda, the vegetarian tlayuda, and tlayudas with tasajo or chuletas. Reviewers also call out the avocado, pickled onions, guacamole, smoky red salsa, and quesillo as part of what makes the plates stand out.

What is the atmosphere like at Tlayudas El Negro?

The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and quiet, with a warm, unpretentious feel and live music. It seems to work well for solo diners, groups, and tourists, and reviewers mention a large, comfortable space that feels relaxed at dinner.

Is Tlayudas El Negro good value, and what is the price range?

Yes, reviewers often describe it as reasonably priced and good value, especially because the tlayudas are huge and filling. The listed price range is MX$100 to 200, and one review specifically notes that it can be about half the price charged elsewhere in the city center.

When is the best time to visit Tlayudas El Negro?

Dinner is a strong time to go, and reviewers also say lunch works well because the food is fresh, hot, and very filling. One review says live music or performances happen nightly around 8 pm, so that is a good time if you want the full experience.

Is parking available at Tlayudas El Negro?

Yes. Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Does Tlayudas El Negro have vegetarian options?

Yes, Tlayudas El Negro offers vegetarian options.

Is Tlayudas El Negro kid-friendly?

Yes, Tlayudas El Negro is good for kids.

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