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Madre Oaxacan
- Culver City
- $$
Casual
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- great
- Perks
- good
Food: Innovative flavors make up
Madre Oaxacan’s food succeeds in two key areas: creativity and freshness. The menu takes traditional Mexican recipes and spins them in imaginative ways. Their top dishes, Guacamole and Chips, Enchiladas De Mole, and Fajitas, encapsulate this spirit. Although its taste hasn't racked up the same rave reviews, the levels of freshness and sizes of portions certainly have. Just prepare for a dent in your wallet. Oh, and don't look for variety like you've just walked into a buffet place.
Great Portions
Generous, huge portions frequently highlighted positively in numerous reviews.
Okay Taste
Food quality high, service varies, prices may feel too high.
Variety
New menu limited choices, eliminated common items, not enough variety.
Top 3 dishes at Madre Oaxacan
- 1
Guacamole and Chips 🏆
Fresh, chunky, well-seasoned, and served with crispy chips.
- 2
Enchiladas De Mole
The mole enchiladas dish is described as uniquely delicious and rich.
- 3
Fajitas
Tender, perfectly marinated meat; highly recommended, awesome, and super yummy.
Vibe: Cozy experience kicks in
The vibe at Madre Oaxacan is palpably positive, with customers appreciating the cozy and welcoming environment. It's trendy, great for some click-click-flash with the camera, and offers sublime cocktails. However, it has faced criticism for deafening music volume and mediocre views, which make for a less than perfect date night. Swings and roundabouts, huh?
Great Drinks
Exceptional cocktails, extensive mixology, and mezcal highly praised by guests.
Okay for Dates
Can be romantic yet sometimes loud and crowded, affecting the date experience.
Bad To Entertain
Music volume too high, making conversation difficult for diners.
Perks: Challenging convenience factor
Areas where Madre Oaxacan doesn’t shine are primarily in its perks. Parking is a battle, it's practically a noise factory, the waitlist system is a tease, outdoor seating is cosier than a shared student room, and the slow services test your patience. That being said, they do accommodate vegan diets and kids very well. Something for everyone, I guess.
Great for Diets
Variety of vegan, vegetarian options highly appreciated by customers.
Bad Service
Slow, disorganized service diminishes otherwise good dining experiences.