Mercado de abastos - 68090 Oaxaca de Juárez

Name: Mercado de abastos - 68090 Oaxaca de Juárez
Address: Juárez Maza s/n, Central de Abasto, 68090 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico, Oax.

3.8/5 ★ based on 8 reviews

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Address :	Juárez Maza s/n, Central de Abasto, 68090 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
Categories :	Market ,
City :	Oax.

Juárez Maza s/n, Central de Abasto, 68090 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Best Market in Mexico

B	Bruce MacNeil on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is an intense Marketplace. It is the place where locals go for many things and where you can experience a genuine version of life. There's every possible thing under the sun for sale and the people there work very hard and it is interesting to see this. I have to recommend this as a must see if you happen to be visiting Oaxaca. It is easy enough to get to. And there are many taxis and it is better to go almost in the evening so that the sun is not welding down upon you. We were there for a couple of hours and really only did not even scratch the surface.
C	Cody Whitten on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ FROM A TOURISTS PERSPECTIVE: walked here from Zocalo to get some famous memelas. The walk slowly gets sketchier and sketchier, to the point where I honestly didn't feel totally safe at the market. Trying to find Dona Valle's stall was pretty difficult in this maze-like market, especially because every time i pulled out my cell phone to double check directions I felt a million pair of eyes on me instantly. It wound up being unexpectedly closed when we got there, so overall NOT worth it. For locals, it seemed like it would be a great place to pick up fresh fruit and meat, but for tourists I would recommend skipping this one.
A	Alyssa Nader on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This market is 6x the size of Benito Juárez/20 de noviembre and basically all local people—no tourists other than us. The prices were lower as well. Getting there as well as finding your way in the market is a lot, though I think it was worth it. I felt nervous at times but I’m glad that we went, it was a worthwhile experience and very stimulating. The reviews here saying it is super sketchy are not in line with what I experienced.
W	WX Photography on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great big market but not too organized like others. Also many similar stalls placed together so lacks competition. Fresher fruits on the outside of the mercado. Parking is easy but tons of construction. We were trying to find Dona Vela but her stall wasn’t opened. We hope she is doing today.
T	Timothy S (Uzuamti) on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The place is huge way too much to see in just a day, even with the covid-19 the place was still plenty busy and at least 90% of the people were in their Mass properly.
L	Lisa on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ After reading several scary reviews, I was extremely wary of coming here but I really wanted to try Doña Vale's memelas and to see how this market differed (if any) from the other markets downtown. I walked to the market on a Monday morning, dressed average, travelled light, kept everything in my front pockets, and was always discrete about pulling out my phone (whether to take photos or look up directions). In the end, I had a positive experience and really enjoyed the market. I found quality, harder-to-find chilis at a great price. The overall selection is amazing and the prices are very good. Stay aware and be safe!
V	Vanessa McCormack on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is a huge authentic local market. However if you are expecting, cleanliness, organized sign posted areas etc, then this isn't for you. Without doubt there were times where I didn't feel 100% safe, however be sensible. Don't have your phone on display, don't look like a lost tourist, walk with purpose and you will be fine!
A	Anthony K.R. on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ An amazing maze of stalls filled with foods and goods. And of course, Doña Vale’s spot. So good. Saw the episode on Netflix and had to stop by. The food and hot chocolate are the best I’ve had in Oaxaca. Maybe in all of Mexico. Going here for breakfast every day until I leave. So many people are saying this Mercado is “dangerous” but it’s not at all. I kind of like the rumor though. Makes it so that only the worthy, and those who have courage, enjoy Doña Vale’s amazing creations. But the truth is, the market is fine, at least in the mornings.