Las Quince Letras

Las Quince Letras, established in 1992 by Celia Florián and Fidel Méndez, is a restaurant located in the historic center of Oaxaca. It showcases the rich culinary traditions of Oaxaca through dishes made with locally sourced ingredients such as corn, mezcal, and native chilies, along with various vegetables and herbs grown in the area. The kitchen specializes in traditional Oaxacan and regional Mexican cuisine, serving authentic moles—including mole negro, mole coloradito, and mole almendrado—alongside tamales, banana molotes, taco placero, and other regional specialties. Chef Celia Florián, who learned to cook from her mother and grandmother, leads the kitchen with deep familial and cultural ties to Oaxacan agriculture and gastronomy. She actively promotes the preservation of Oaxaca's culinary heritage through her role in the Association of Traditional Cooks of Oaxaca. The restaurant has received a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide and multiple awards in national and international gastronomic competitions. Located near key tourist attractions, the dining area offers a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere with warm lighting and neatly arranged tables, providing a warm and comfortable environment for an authentic Oaxacan culinary experience.