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Moxi

  • CuisineModern Mexican
  • CategoryFine Dining
  • VibeDesign-forward, gallery-like dining room, elegant and quietly buzzy
  • Rating★ 4.6
  • Price$$$$

Moxi is the signature restaurant of Hotel Matilda on Calle Aldama in San Miguel de Allende, one of the town's most ambitious modern Mexican kitchens. The restaurant is associated with chef Enrique Olvera's culinary consulting lineage, and the tasting menu reflects that pedigree, pairing huitlacoche ravioli and wagyu beef with mole among its signature courses. Dishes lean toward composed, technique-driven modern Mexican cooking rather than rustic home-style fare, positioning Moxi as one of the top fine-dining tables in San Miguel.

The signature restaurant of the boutique Hotel Matilda, plating ambitious modern Mexican tasting menus in a contemporary art-filled dining room.

Moxi is the signature restaurant of Hotel Matilda on Calle Aldama in San Miguel de Allende, one of the town's most ambitious modern Mexican kitchens. The restaurant is associated with chef Enrique Olvera's culinary consulting lineage, and the tasting menu reflects that pedigree, pairing huitlacoche ravioli and wagyu beef with mole among its signature courses. Dishes lean toward composed, technique-driven modern Mexican cooking rather than rustic home-style fare, positioning Moxi as one of the top fine-dining tables in San Miguel. The dining room sits inside the boutique Hotel Matilda, surrounded by a rotating contemporary art collection, giving the space a gallery-like, design-forward atmosphere with an open kitchen visible from several tables. Dress code leans smart-casual to elegant, and noise levels stay moderate, oriented toward conversation over a multi-course tasting menu rather than a lively bar scene. The wine and cocktail program is extensive, with a sommelier-curated list spanning Mexican and international bottles chosen to pair with the tasting menu's courses. Reservations are essential for dinner, particularly on weekends and during San Miguel's high season from November through April, and booking a week or more in advance is advisable for prime evening slots.

Signature dishes

  • Tasting menu
  • Huitlacoche ravioli
  • Wagyu with mole

Good to know

Known for
Destination modern Mexican; known for its tasting menu inside Hotel Matilda
Hours
Daily 7AM-11PM
Reservations
Essential for dinner

Location

Calle Aldama 53, Hotel Matilda, Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico

20.9161, -100.7449 View on map

Highlights

  • Signature restaurant of the boutique Hotel Matilda
  • Tasting menu built with technique-driven modern Mexican cooking
  • Wagyu with mole and huitlacoche ravioli are standout courses
  • Contemporary art-filled dining room with an open kitchen

Tips for visiting

  • Book a week or more ahead for weekend dinners during high season
  • The tasting menu offers a more cohesive experience than mixing à la carte dishes
  • Ask for a table near the open kitchen to watch the plating in action
  • Dinner reservations are essential; walk-ins are rarely accommodated

When to visit

Dinner is the strongest time to experience the full tasting menu; book ahead during the November-to-April high season.

Accessibility

The restaurant is inside Hotel Matilda with elevator access from the lobby, making it accessible for wheelchair users.

Frequently asked questions

Is Moxi open to non-hotel guests?

Yes, the restaurant is open to outside diners, though reservations are essential given its popularity.

What is the tasting menu like?

It is a multi-course modern Mexican tasting menu featuring dishes like huitlacoche ravioli and wagyu with mole.

How far ahead should I book?

A week or more in advance is advisable, especially for weekend dinners during San Miguel's November-to-April high season.