Xokol

Cuisine

Mexican

Michelin

1

Price

$$$

Description

There's something very personal about Xokol, from Chefs/owners Óscar Segundo and Xrysw Ruelas Diaz. All guests are seated at a communal table that seats just over 40, and a light smokiness from the wood-fire oven, plancha and comal gently scents the air in a space. Sip a house cocktail (their fermentation program produces some interesting offers) and nibble on a fresh tortilla with spicy salsa before enjoying the chefs' traditional Mexican food, available as an à la carte or as a tasting. Kombucha-cured kanpachi is tinted with red beets and blue spirulina for a visually arresting presentation,

Review score

3.7

Review count

65

Review summary

Xokol in Guadalajara offers a unique Mexican dining experience centered around a frequently changing tasting menu and creative dishes. Food quality receives mixed reviews; while many praise the complex ingredients, beautiful plating, and vegetarian options, others criticize excessive decoration over taste. Service is similarly polarized, with some highlighting attentive, knowledgeable staff, while others report poor communication, strict time limits, and unwelcoming attitudes. The ambiance features a minimalist, dark decor with communal tables, described as either intriguing or awkward. Overall, it provides a distinctive but inconsistent culinary journey.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking unique creative Mexican cuisine who can tolerate inconsistent service and ambiance.

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