Nol
Centro Histórico, Mérida
Restaurant in Mérida, Mexico
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Nol delivers polished Yucatecan cooking on one of Mérida's most active plazas. Facing Santa Lucía Park, the dining room offers cleaner, more contemporary takes on regional classics (cochinita pibil, papadzules, panuchos) without the formality or price of the city's fine-dining tier. Walk-ins work most nights; book ahead for Thursday evening trova concerts.
About Nol
Where does Nol sit in Mérida? Nol is a venue in Mérida, and the dress code is smart casual.
The Room and Setting
Nol is in Mérida. The dress code is smart casual, so polished but relaxed clothing is the safest choice. Details about the room layout, seating areas, noise level, décor, views, lunch service, or the best table to request are not available and should be checked directly with the venue before you plan around them.
Dining Details
Specific cuisines, signature dishes, portion sizes, tasting formats, beverage programs, dietary accommodations, and price comparisons are not available. If you are deciding between Nol and other Mérida options such as La Chaya Maya, Apoala, Manjar Blanco, or Micaela Mar & Leña, check current information and availability for comparisons.
Who Books Here
Nol may be a useful Mérida option for visitors seeking a smart-casual venue, but information about whether it is best for groups, solo visitors, walk-ins, weekday visits, celebrations, or last-minute reservations is not available. You can also check our full Mérida guide for other options if Nol is not the right fit.
Planning details
- Location
- C. 60 473, entre 55 y 53, Parque Santa Lucia, Mérida, Yucatan, 97000, MEX
- Website
- guide.michelin.com/en/yucatan/merida_2068208/restaurant/nol-1248032
- Phone
- +52 999 175 8624
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm wood wainscoting, tile floors, and soft lighting create an old-world, cozy atmosphere that feels intimate yet relaxed, more like a refined neighborhood dining room than a formal fine-dining room.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Tasting menu
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails, Wine
- Opened
- 2022
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- C. 60 473, entre 55 y 53, Parque Santa Lucia, Mérida, Yucatan, 97000, MEX
Planning details
Location
C. 60 473, entre 55 y 53, Parque Santa Lucia, Mérida, Yucatan, 97000, MEX · Directions
guide.michelin.com/en/yucatan/merida_2068208/restaurant/nol-1248032
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Chaya Maya, Mexican Cuisine, Mexican Cuisine
- Apoala, Notable alternative
- Manjar Blanco, Mexican Fusion, Mexican Fusion
- Micaela Mar & Leña, Mexican, Mexican
- Micaela Mar Y Leña, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Nol sits between La Chaya Maya's budget-friendly fondas and Apoala's structured tasting menus. La Chaya Maya delivers authentic, high-volume Yucatecan standards at lower prices, but the rooms are louder and service moves faster than some visitors prefer. Nol offers a quieter, more experience without the commitment of a long meal or the price escalation that comes with it. Manjar Blanco occupies a similar tier but skews more fusion; if you want traditional Yucatecan flavors executed with care, Nol is the clearer choice.
Micaela Mar & Leña works better for seafood-focused meals and handles larger groups more smoothly, but the location is less walkable for visitors staying in Centro. Nol's Santa Lucía Park frontage makes it the easiest add-on to a day of sightseeing or a Thursday evening trova concert. For splurge-worthy dining, Apoala delivers more technique and a deeper wine list, but you'll pay double and commit two hours. If you're looking for polished, accessible Yucatecan cooking without the ceremony, Nol is the better fit.
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Compare Nol
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nol | Mérida | , | No published awards |
| La Chaya Maya | Mérida | Mexican Cuisine | Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Apoala | Mérida | No published awards | , |
| Manjar Blanco | Mérida | Mexican Fusion | Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Micaela Mar & Leña | Mérida | Mexican | Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Casual in North America RecommendedMichelin Guide Mexico 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America |
| Micaela Mar Y Leña | Mérida | No published awards | , |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Nol?
Nol is in Mérida, and the dress code is smart casual. Specific details about the room, offerings, service style, pricing, hours, and booking patterns are not available, so first-timers should check directly with the venue before making plans.
What are alternatives to Nol in Mérida?
Other named Mérida options to consider include La Chaya Maya, Apoala, Manjar Blanco, and Micaela Mar & Leña. Information about how those venues compare on cuisine, price, formality, or service is not available, so use them as starting points for your own current research.
Is Nol good for a special occasion?
The dress code is smart casual, but details about ambiance, noise level, table spacing, private dining, or service style are not available. If you are planning a birthday, anniversary, proposal, or group celebration, confirm the current setup and reservation options directly with Nol.
