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About Our Indian Restaurant in Oaxaca

From the heart of India to the soul of Oaxaca — a restaurant born from passion

Eleni de la Cruz, founder of Señor Naan
Our Story

Namaste, Oaxaca.

The story of Señor Naan begins with Eleni de la Cruz and five transformative years spent living in India. Immersed in the vibrant culture of Punjab — its colors, its rituals, its extraordinary food — Eleni witnessed firsthand how deeply cuisine is woven into the fabric of Indian life. From the smoky char of tandoori chicken pulled fresh from a clay oven to the slow-simmered depth of a proper dal, she fell in love with a culinary tradition unlike anything she had experienced before.

When Eleni returned to her home city of Oaxaca, she carried those memories with her. What struck her immediately was the absence: authentic Indian food, cooked with the right spices, the right technique, and the right soul, simply did not exist here. That gap was not just a business opportunity — it was a calling. Señor Naan was born to fill it.

Customer First

Filling the Gap, One Dish at a Time.

Today, Señor Naan stands as a testament to Eleni's vision: a restaurant where every dish honors the traditions she witnessed in India. We import our spices directly from their source, cook in a traditional clay Tandoor, and serve guests from around the world who come to Oaxaca seeking something genuinely different.

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Eleni de la Cruz at Señor Naan restaurant
Our Values

What We Stand For

Quality & Hygiene

Every ingredient that enters our kitchen meets strict quality standards. We source our spices directly from India, use only the freshest produce, and maintain a spotless kitchen — because great food starts with great care.

Authentic Indian Cuisine

We cook the way India cooks. Our recipes are rooted in generations of culinary tradition, our Tandoor is made of clay and fired with charcoal, and our spice blends are the real thing — never shortcuts, never compromises.

Our Commitment

Every Guest Feels at Home

Uncompromising Authenticity

From the first simmer to the final garnish, every dish honors the flavors Eleni discovered in Punjab. We never dilute tradition — each recipe is prepared exactly as it would be in India, with patience, the right spices, and genuine technique.

Your Spice, Your Way

We know that every palate is different. Whether you prefer a gentle warmth or a fiery kick, every dish at Señor Naan can be tailored to your exact spice level — simply tell us, and our kitchen will make it perfectly yours.

Our Team

The Hands Behind Every Dish

Chef Maruf – Head Chef at Señor Naan
Head Chef

Chef Maruf

The culinary heart of Señor Naan, Chef Maruf brings years of mastery in North Indian and Punjabi cuisine. Trained in the art of the tandoor, he leads our kitchen with precision, passion, and an unwavering respect for authentic Indian flavors. Every dish that leaves our kitchen carries his signature.

The Señor Naan team

Behind every plate is a team that shares one goal: to make every guest feel like they've been transported to the streets of Punjab. From kitchen to table, the Señor Naan family puts heart into everything we do.

To every guest who has walked through our doors, ordered online, celebrated a milestone with us, or simply trusted us with a meal — thank you. Your warmth and appreciation are the reason we wake up every morning and fire up the tandoor. We are honoured to share a piece of India with you in Oaxaca, and we look forward to welcoming you back again and again.

Visit Us

Mon–Sat · 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Sundays closed. Come taste the difference.