Lively Oaxacan spot with standout mole and tlayudas, energetic nights with music, solid service, and moderate prices, though occasional inconsistencies and loud volume appear.
Somos Oaxaca delivers exceptional food quality anchored by memorable mole negro and shareable tlayudas that justify its strong reputation. Attentive, friendly service and a warm, lively patio create genuine neighborhood appeal. However, inconsistent execution—oversalted dishes, temperature issues, occasional stockouts— prevents the restaurant from reaching grade A territory, keeping it competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants rather than among the region's finest.
One caveat: Some dishes arrive cold or oversalted; ceviche portions can feel small