Xiguela Cafe Food and Grocery

Xiguela is my favourite cafe in Oaxaca! We stayed in an Airbnb on the same road and ate here nearly everyday for a week. They have super delicious toast and French toast for breakfast with really nice nutty bread and apple jam. There are loads of options for vegetarians and vegans, including a great tofu ciabatta and fresh salads. They also make my favourite banana smoothies with water and ice, and they're really good :) Friendly staff and delicious food.

Vegan friendly place. Good breakfast and vegan sandwiches. They like old salsa songs. So do I.

The cafe has a menu with several vegetarian options, two of which are vegan. The salad I had was very nice, but more options would be good.

The grocery store is excellent. I bought a variety of foods and almond milk to keep me going while I was in Oaxaca.

I'm giving this 4 cows overall because of the grocery store. I'd give the cafe 3 cows.

Note: there are two Hidalgos in central Oaxaca. This place is on the one close to the bus station, not the one near calle Independencia.

Map is currently wrong. They are located on Hidalgo at the intersection of 5 de Mayo.

This is a great place and I've been meaning to add it for a while. Keep in mind that the cafe and the grocery are in two separate buildings across the street from each other (both occupying one corner). I've enjoyed the tofu sandwich at the cafe, but the real gem here is the organic shop, stocking several imported veggie treats that you will find nowhere else in the city. They also carry a variety of organic specialties from nearby communities such as fantastic shiitakes, shallots, and arugula.

Also worth visiting the beautiful historical neighborhood as well. Owner is very friendly and is usually playing Brazilian or African music in the shop. Get to know this place!

As an American completely spoiled by stores like Whole Foods, I've been very thankful to have come across this charming little store that has more options for healthy and organic foods than any other I've seen here. And it's got a wonderful welcoming and friendly atmosphere created by the owner Claudia and her assistant. They make you feel like you're right at home. Highly recommended!