Travel By Fingertip...Oaxaca

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Dining in Oaxaca

El Refectorio

Romantic, courtyard dining in the cities most elegant hotel, the Camino Real, a former 400 year old convent. Oaxacan specialties and international cuisine. Addr: 5 de Mayo 300. Ph: 951/6-3677. Expensive.

Cathedral Restaurant

Known for its cuts of beef and sophisticated renditions of the local cuisine. Elegant, courtyard ambience. Addr: Morelos 602. Ph: 951/6-3285. Moderate.

El Asador Vasco

Spanish Basque cuisine and Oaxacan mole are the specialties here at this lively spot overlooking the Zocalo, enhanced by strolling musicians. Addr: Portal de Flores 10-A. Ph: 951/6-97-19. Moderate.

La Casita

One of the best spots to sample La Comida Oaxaquena. Portions are large, the atmosphere friendly and informal. On second floor, a half block from the Zocalo. Lunch only. Addr: Hidalgo 612. Ph: 951 6-2917. Moderate.

La Casa de Abuela

Many come to "Grandmother's House" to sample Oaxaquena home cooking in this cozy spot overlooking the Zocalo. The chapulines (fried grasshoppers) are particularly tasty here. Addr: Hidalgo 616. Ph: 951 6/3544. Moderate.  

El Sol y La Luna

From 9am to midnight, a favorite spot for light meals from breakfast to dinner. Live music at night. Addr: Margarita Maza 499. Ph: 951 6/2933. Inexpensive.

El Meson

Delicious, local cuisine at equally delectable prices. The open air kitchen is entertaining to watch, especially the tortilla makers. Customers check off their choice on paper menus. Addr: Av. Hidalgo. Ph: 951 6/2729. Inexpensive.

Del Jardin Cafe Bar

Zocalo cafe that is perfect all day long, for either an early morning hot chocolate or tasty meal till late. Inexpensive. Addr: Portal de Flores 10. Ph: 951/ 6-26-29.