It seems locals and visitors alike were devastated when Biznaga disappeared at its perennial location on Garcia Vigil. The pandemic has hit Oaxaca restaurants and bars hard and Biznaga's large space in the heavily trafficked tourist corridor just couldn't support the reduction in business. Fortunately,...it has reopened in a very different setting on Avenida Juarez, adjacent to the Instituto Cultural Oaxaca. The new address is 907 Ave Benito Juárez. Phone number 951.516.1800. There are a few tables outside in the front of the building, but we prefer to dine outside in the back area, where there is a beautiful view of the Institute's lovely grounds and gardens through a large wrought iron arch. There are no umbrellas yet, so best to arrive after 3:00 pm to avoid the afternoon sun. There are some changes to the menu but new offerings are interesting and done well; they seem to come in a bowl rather than on a flat plate. Our favorite soup choice, the Sopa Suave, is still the world's most comforting comfort food. Fried battered fish tacos are new and very tasty, especially with my favorite beer mix, the Ojo Rojo. There's a QR code menu on the table but you can request a paper menu if QR codes elude you. The standard Covid safety procedures are followed and the young waitress who has served us on several occasions is very eager to please and responsive, a very welcome change as service in the old Biznaga could be challenging and frustrating at times. There will eventually be table service (and a Biznaga type bar) in more of the interior rooms as the pandemic lightens, but right now it's quite pleasant and safer to eat outside, looking into the Institute's vast green space. Breakfast/brunch is now served on Sundays until 1:00 pm. Check the website for current hours.More
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