Mercado 20 de Noviembre Oaxaca

Mercado 20 de Noviembre is a covered public market in central Oaxaca de Juárez, Mexico, widely known for its Pasillo de Humo. "Smoke Alley" is a narrow corridor lined with vendors grilling meats like tasajo, chorizo, and cecina over open charcoal. The smell of smoke and grilling meat permeates the entire market.

The market is located in the historic center of Oaxaca City, just a short walk from the Zócalo and the Templo de Santo Domingo. Its central location makes it a highly accessible dining and shopping hub for tourists and locals alike. It sits right in the heart of the city's culinary district.

Beyond the grilled meats, other vendors sell traditional Oaxacan dishes like tlayudas, mole negro, and hot chocolate. You can also find vendors specializing in pan de yema (egg bread) to dip in the rich chocolate. The market is an excellent place to sample authentic regional cuisine.

It is primarily a large, covered indoor market, though the dining tables in the Pasillo de Humo often spill out into the aisles. The enclosed structure keeps the bustling food stalls out of the direct sun. The layout consists of winding hallways completely packed with small vendor stalls.