Astoria · Mexican · Oaxacan
Oaxacan cooking on Broadway in Astoria — moles, tlayudas, and a mezcal list
Ruta Oaxaca does the food of Oaxaca specifically rather than a generalized Mexican menu, which means moles built over days, tlayudas on large crisp tortillas, and chapulines for anyone who wants them. The mole negro is the dish that demonstrates the kitchen's patience — dozens of ingredients, properly reduced, served over chicken. The mezcal list is substantial and staff will guide you through it. The Broadway room is colorful and gets loud, and weekend brunch is a scene. It is one of the better Mexican restaurants in Queens, in a borough with real competition in that category.
Ruta Oaxaca is oaxacan cooking on Broadway in Astoria — moles, tlayudas, and a mezcal list. Regulars order mole negro and tlayuda.
Ruta Oaxaca is priced at $$ — approx. $20–$40 per person.
Ruta Oaxaca does not list an online reservation system. Reservations recommended for weekend brunch
Ruta Oaxaca is at 35-03 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106, in Astoria. Street parking on Broadway