Caldo Mixe or Caldo de Res at Tamix Oaxaca?

When you want soup at Tamix Oaxaca, two dishes to compare are Caldo Mixe and Caldo de Res. Both appear in the Oaxacan Plates section, but the meat and accompaniments are different. Knowing what comes with each can make the choice easier before you visit the restaurant on South Avalon Boulevard.

Caldo Mixe: Chicken With Black Bean Tamales

The menu describes Caldo Mixe as a spicy chicken soup with two black bean tamales. Onions, cilantro, and lemons are listed on the side. If you want chicken soup and would like the tamales as part of your meal, start with this dish.

The description specifically calls the soup spicy. If you have questions about the heat level or ingredients, ask the restaurant before ordering.

Caldo de Res: Beef With Vegetables

Caldo de Res is described as beef soup with vegetables, served with rice and two handmade tortillas. It is the option to compare when you prefer beef or want the rice and tortilla accompaniments.

The menu does not name the individual vegetables in this soup. If there is one you are looking for or need to avoid, ask which vegetables are in the current preparation.

Which Accompaniments Sound Right?

Choose according to the whole meal: chicken soup with black bean tamales for Caldo Mixe, or beef and vegetable soup with rice and tortillas for Caldo de Res. The accompaniments belong to their respective menu descriptions, so check with the team if you want to request a change.

Find the Restaurant

Tamix Oaxaca is at 6319 S Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003. View the Oaxacan Plates menu for current details and the location page for directions. If you are considering a dish in sauce instead, compare the choices in our barbacoa and Amarillo de Pollo guide.