Every now and then, I find myself craving the kind of food that feels like home--not just Texas home, but the borderlands where the flavors of Texas and Mexico have spent generations shaping one another. That's what drew me to Conejos in Leander. After browsing the menu, I could tell this wasn't simply another Tex-Mex restaurant. It embraces the traditions of both sides of the Río Grande while adding a few creative touches of its own. Tucked into a shopping center just off the 183 Toll, Conejos welcomes you with rich colors and décor that proudly celebrates its Mexican roots. I started with the esquites, or Mexican street corn served in a cup. Growing up, I ate plenty of elote from street vendors in Mexico, and while this version comes with the comforts of air conditioning and clean tables, it doesn't sacrifice any of the bold flavors. Sweet corn, creamy sauce, chile, cheese, and lime come together in a way that reminds you why this humble street food has become a favorite on both sides of the border. For my entrée, I ordered the birria quesadilla. Birria has become one of Austin's hottest food trends, but Conejos does it justice. Tender, slow-braised beef is tucked inside a flour tortilla that's griddled until crisp, with cheese caramelized along the outside rather than simply melted within. Served alongside rice and beans, it strikes that familiar balance between traditional Mexican cooking and the hearty Tex-Mex comfort many of us grew up enjoying. Every bite felt both familiar and refreshingly different. The hospitality matched the food. I asked for recommendations, and the staff took the time to explain the menu with genuine enthusiasm instead of rushing me through the line. The owners also operate the neighboring Rabbit Hole bar, carrying the rabbit theme from one business to the next. I'll save that visit for another day, but if the food and hospitality at Conejos are any indication, I already have a good reason to come back. read more

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We waited about 14 minutes before our waitress initially came by to take our drink order. After that, the service itself was okay. The restaurant was very busy, and the wait for indoor seating was fairly long, although outdoor seating was available immediately. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. I'm a picky eater, but even considering that, the meals lacked flavor and did not feel worth the price. The atmosphere and location were decent, but overall the experience did not justify the wait or the cost. Sadly, this is not a place I would return. read more

Actually - negative -10 I fully expected all Mexican restaurants to be full to overflowing. Sadly -I think the only way we could have gotten seated today was to arrive at 11 for lunch and eat right thru dinner. I'm so disappointed. When we arrived at 5:00pm it was full inside & out. Sadly after asking we were told 25-30". I didn't know then that that is a "standardized" answer but that became evident after standing across from the hostess stand for an hour. I do understand there is no way to tell how long diners will be-it's a guesstimate usually based on average movement + holiday traffic in the establishment. I do have an expectation based on being in my 70's and having experienced hundreds of waits. Great if your seated early-fine if ontime- acceptable at 5-10" over the estimate. Questionable knowledge of their job at 15-20" over and anything 30" & over unacceptable. I began studying the activity. In the hour I stood there I observed 2 vacant tables, and only 4 tables flipped and cleared. A total of 6 parties were seated. 1party was given a table out of turn. I guess they knew one of the 2 hostesses. My perception is that the kitchen was slow getting out the food. All the waitstaff was incredibly patient -and working their tails off. I decided to check on our seating status (we had pager #11). There were still 6 parties ahead of us. No way was I going to wait another hour or more. So disappointing. Never again. read more

Conejos - Beef Birria Tacos, Borracho beans, and Mexican rice. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

I was very pleased with my take out order. It look like someone put in the effort to make the order look great and IG post worthy. Overall the food was really good and I would definitely order again. read more

Conejos is my new favorite spot for Mexican. Lots of options to choose from- we have really enjoyed the tacos and tostadas. Love the fresh salsas they bring out with chips to start. They also serve brunch on the weekend which is amazing and so delicious. Not a traditional Tex-Mex menu but a little more upscale. The one downside is that it is very loud inside at this location but there is the option to sit outside. Conejos is doing a lot right and I look forward to going again. Pro tip: Costco has discounted gift cards for this place is you're planning on visiting. read more

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The food here is amazing the their happy hour is very reasonable and their service is amazing it's been a long time since I've had such good food and service this place is amazing read more

Wonderful staff. Very friendly. Darling place. The beans were dang salty and had too much cumin. Fish tacos were ok. The tortillas could be grilled a tad. Pretty presentation. Nice cabbage slaw. There is a service charge for cards. read more

A great spot if you're afraid of any flavor besides salt and pepper for a family-friendly meal. The most unseasoned and bland Tex-Mex we've had in awhile. We were being too hopeful; food and decor just screams gentrification. It would be better to go down towards Ronald Reagan and eat at Casa Garcia's because at least they're decent. Service was fine otherwise. We were in the mood for enchiladas and wanted to give this place a try. I had the green chili chicken ones and s/o had the brisket ones. They were just sad dishes; did not finish the food. He ordered the conejos house rocks margarita and my partner said that he could deal with below average food if the margs were good but unfortunately, that couldn't even redeem it. read more

Perfect !!! I loved the food and the service was amazing and it was impactful people they are funny and amazing service

My hubby stopped by on a business trip and really enjoyed his meal ! Service was amazing and the restaurant was relaxing and although it is during the week and we normally stay home it was a 10/10 .. check it out ! MK read more

Conejos - Yummy burrito he also got smashed guacamole! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

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New addition to the Lucky Rabbit string of bars. We really enjoy the OG bar in Jonestown and this could be number 2. If you ate not in the mood for TexMex their sister bar the Rabbit Hole is next door. Service at the bar was excellent and our Mex Martoonis were on par with other TexMex restaurants. My green chili enchiladas could have been more spicy but the beans and rice were excellent. There is a full bar with some interesting tequila options that I'll have to pursue on a non school night. There is a cozy patio out front for you nature lovers. Check em out! read more

Conejos - The Rabbit Empire Expands - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

Super excited to see a new place to try! We stopped in and were seated right away. The decor is nice, love the mural and that Selena is on the wall! We had a bit of wait before our server came, she appeared to be taking phone orders. I'm not sure when they opened so don't know if they are in a soft opening status. We did notice the menu said "Limited Opening Menu". Chips and salsa are not brought automatically to the table as per standard in other establishments. You do have the option to order from a selection of salsa, queso and guacamole. We ordered Lonestar Green Chili Queso. It came on a flat tray with what seems like homemade chips. The queso was fantastic, we requested more chips! For dinner we ordered Chicken Fajitas and Crispy Short rib Birria tacos. Both plates were fantastic. The meat for both was flavored superb! The beans were great, the tortillas and guacamole stood out to me. For dessert we ordered the Jack Rabbit Churros. Mouth watering good...if you go you have to get these. Do yourself a favor! As we were eating dinner it got busier and a bit louder, but not terrible. We were able to hear ourselves in conversation easily. We found the tables and chairs very comfortable. The only comment I have is to be aware it's a little pricey. We want to support small business where we can, so for us it will have to be a planned visit. read more

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We had a great experience from the moment we walked in. We were seated right away and the atmosphere was clean, bright and beautifully decorated. It was also nice to see the manager, actively present and helping keep things running smoothly. The food was excellent. I had the brisket enchiladas and my husband had a short rib quesa-birrias, both were delicious with a fun Tex-Mex barbecue twist. The frozen Margarita was yummy too. Service was fast and our waitress was extremely helpful and very kind throughout our visit. We will definitely be back! read more

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Decent Mexican food. Kinda standard. Just okay. Fajitas, Quesadillas, Enchiladas, Tacos. The shrimp enchiladas are the best IMHO but only available as a special once and a while. Full bar. Various appetizers. Only deserts are churros, taramasou and coconut pana cotta (a eggless custard). No key lime pie anymore. read more

Conejos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

We recently visited with family and overall had a good experience. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was clean. The vibe is definitely more catered to the bar vibe than family vibe- hence the loud music. The food was pretty good for Tex-Mex, better than most around here that just drown everything in orange cheese. The brisket enchiladas were my favorite- the meat was super tender. The sauces needed a bit more flavor- they were a bit bland. The stuffed chicken was good as well- stuffed with cheese and poblano and onion. The rice was pretty good, but nothing out of this world. The salad wasn't as dense as I would have liked it to be for $16. It needed more crunch maybe some cabbage to enhance. It was very lightly dressed- I asked for more. The chicken and bacon were good- but I don't think I would order the salad again. The tacos were a bit bland, they needed a bit more seasoning to take it to the next level. I would recommend the enchiladas and stuffed chicken. I wasn't a fan of the chips- they seem store bought. We may be back again- would love to see some more variety for the future. It's a good option to have in this area if you're looking for Tex Mex. read more

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How this place is in business I have no idea. To compare it to Taco Bell is a disservice to Taco Bell. The food is below basic. My guess is every single ingredient is purchased by a 3rd party. The chips taste like cheap cafeteria bagged chips. The portion size for the cost is absolutely comical. If the taste closed the gap for the size, I would understand, but everything about this place is bland. I get that Tex Mex is a lesser Mexican food, but this tastes like everything is from a can. Be wary of ordering on DoorDash because I tried twice and both times 50-% of my order came. Even when I gave it a second chance and order pick up, the order was wrong. When I called the restaurant to inquire why 50% of my order was missing I was treated rudely. read more

Conejos - I can't even describe this smell. It's like something out of a seasoning salt packet, yet it tasted bland & dry. Roughly $20 after tax & tip - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

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Food is just ok. If you are conscience about overeating, this is definitely the place for you. I find the portion size was very small. I had the stuffed chicken and it lack in both the stuffed and chicken department....don't be fooled by the photo. The chicken was so thin, the cut was barely able to be done. The taste was good though. The only reason the plate looked full is because I swapped the beans for refried...a very thin layer of beans were given. read more

Conejos - Stuffed chicken...very small portion...the picture is deceiving. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

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Love this place. Came for lunch with my friend and will be back for dinner with our husbands!!! Great place!! Great food! Great staff!! I read the previous reviews but wanted to try it for myself as I've known people to just to post ugly reviews and not give them a second chance. I grew up in Mexico so I love flavor and spices. It did not disappoint. I don't care what those other hateful reviews say, I will come back tonight. It's one of the best Tex Mex places I've been to. read more

Best happy hour. The Birria quesadilla is INCREDIBLE. All their appetizers are good too.

Ordered takeout from Conejos Mexican Restaurant and part of our order was accidentally forgotten at pickup. Without hesitation, the manager Matt personally delivered the missing food to our home. That level of service is rare. The food was soo good and soo fresh, and the customer care sealed the deal. We'll absolutely be back. read more

Based on the reviews we were excited to try this place... that's where the excitement ends. The best way I can describe the food is underwhelming. Like, it's not terrible. But it's not not terrible? My husband and I shared the combo chicken and beef fajitas, queso, and a sampling of their sauces. The beef was tender. But literally nothing had any hint of flavor. The queso was just bizarre, and possibly mayonnaise based? If you're looking for an AI interpretation of Tex Mex, this is it. All hat, no cattle. read more

We stopped by Conejos on a whim and really liked it. Their happy hour had good deals. The margarita and guacamole were both enjoyable. The wait staff was friendly and helpful. The inside has a nice decor. See pics. read more

I have very mixed feelings about Conejos, so I think I'll have to come back and give them another try. Some things were really good and some things were super disappointing. One shining star was our server Heather. She was amazing! Here's our food ratings... Quesa Birrias - 5/10. The meat seriously lacked flavor and the tortillas were soggy (without dipping). Not sure why everyone loves this dish so much? Mexican Cheesesteak - 9/10. This was super good! It's essentially just the fajitas with melted cheese and smaller. But it was GREAT! Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas - 4/10. Not good. Chicken and green sauce had NO flavor. Beans and rice - 8/10. All dishes came with this and they were really good! Jack Rabbit Churros - 9/10. EXCELLENT dessert. Key Lime Pie - 8/10. First, it's not a pie. It's a key lime cheesecake. But it was good! Pie itself was ok, but whatever sauce they drizzled it with was AWESOME!! I will come back sometime and try more of the steak dishes, since that was the best thing we ate. I think if I just had the steak fajitas and dessert, it would get 5 stars. read more

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My first visit was great! We were seated right away, in the patio, which was shady and pleasant. The food was great too. I really enjoyed the fundido cheese with chorizo and veggies. The entrees were also really tasty! I had the green chili chicken enchiladas. My husband had a drink called "Bad Bunny" that was very good. The chips and salsa her were really tasty! I'm excited to go again and try something else. read more

Absolutely love this place! Drinks are amazing, food is phenomenal, the location and ambiance are awesome. The staff is so friendly and welcoming! Definitely check it out if you're in the Austin area. (Or make the drive, it's worth it.) read more

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I have visited twice since moving to Leander. The service was excellent and the manager was very friendly!! I ordered some really great Mexican cuisine. I will continue to visit!! read more

The only thing Bad about this spot is we live in Manor...Solid Visit...Super Friendly staff with impressive decor...Love the Conejos theme....First out were the Chips, Salsa and Green Chili Queso....Chips were light and crunchy....Queso was a bit to "Green Chili" for the wife but I liked it alot....not that she stopped eating it...Also ordered the street corn in a cup...Very good...Corn seams fresh off the cob, hence the grill marks, but was overcooked and was missing the Pop of Corn were used to...Wife picked the Brisket Enchiladas....Excellently cooked tender Brisket...I was shocked she stuck with both the green and red sauce...she not fan of anything green...anything....but she really enjoyed it...My dish was a complete miscommunication on my part...The have Veggy Enchiladas and Green Chili Chicken Enchilada and what rolled of my mouth was Verde Enchiladas....Thinking I ordered the Chicken it turn out the Veggy enchiladas is what I got...and was Not at All disappointed...great sauce inside and out....great veggys inside....beans were fantastic and we both really enjoyed the rice....my mistake it the perfect excuse to visit again....The SIL lives in the area and are the ones who pointed us in Conejos direction. read more

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Great brunch menu! The quiches were my fave, one is barbacoa with green sauce and one is chorizo with red sauce. The flavors were amazing. My kiddo got the smashed guac toast and loved it too. Definitely recommend and we will be back to try more. read more

Conejos - Guac Toast (back), Quiche Divorciados (front) - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

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Great place. Came for Happy Hour 3-6 $5 Frozen Margs, 2$ off everything else. 50% off appetizers and taco Tuesday so double score! Came to finish up some emails while enjoying a frozen marg. My waitress was absolutely the sweetest she respected my work time while coming to check up on me between emails. The food was good! Street corn was 10/10 although I don't love the pineapple on the Pastor Taco the Barbacoa was great. 3$ a taco unlimited tacos!! Low lighting and great music! read more

Conejos - Frozen Margarita - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

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Great food and service! Come during happy hour to try their small plates for a good price

Stopped here for brunch. So delightful! Great service and excellent food! And the place is beautiful inside! Highly recommend!

I really enjoyed Conejos! The salsa was think and tasty and the chips were very unique -- almost a thicker, puffy kind of tortilla chip. Fundido was quite good. So was the tortilla soup. read more

Strong margaritas, flavorful and salsa and loved the entrees. In the words of Arnold, "I will be back" read more

Wife and I went for a drink and margaritas were amazing. 10/10. Son had a quesadilla which he seemed to enjoy. Staff were super friendly and environment was chill, kid and family friendly. Will try the brunch this week as the food looked amazing! read more

We came for brunch but it was a huge letdown. I ordered chilaquiles and the flavor wasn't there. Big chunks of onions, barely any cheese and just bland. My daughter ordered bacon, egg, and cheese taco and the egg was overcooked and no salt. It was very bland. I will not be back. That's a picture of the chilaquiles read more

Conejos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Leander, Texas

If you've been looking for a Mex-Tex spot , THIS IS IT. Authentic flavors, high quality ingredients, the owner is out greeting and making sure everything is running smooth. Husband and I had the Brisket and chicken enchiladas , DELICIOUS. And my favorite part was the DESSERT that Horchata Crème Brûlée left a long lasting impression. They also have churros and will def be coming back to try other items on the menu . Also Shout out to Heather she was so lovely and helpful as first time costumers. Great ambiance and amazing food. I hear Brunch is good ! read more

First time trying it. Saw some lower ratings on Facebook. All I can say is they were wrong. The staff was spectacular. They recommended the Caliente margarita. It was phenomenal. Next we had the queso. The texture and taste were one of the best. Then we tried the chicken chorizo quesadilla. It was excellent. Extremely flavorful. Make it a point to try this place. It beats all other places on Leander and Liberty Hill. read more

This is gonna be our new afternoon place or you could talk at two we definitely will come here for a Coco Loco margarita and strawberry frozen margaritas. We like the queso and the rice and beans mixed together brought to you on a plate. We also enjoyed the empanadas and the grilled steak. Enchiladas are great if you like sweet onion. Fortunately, I love sweet onion. It's our new afternoon place read more

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Oh wow, this place is great! I am happy I tried it. I had the chicken green enchiladas and my friend the shrimp tacos. We both were very pleased. The service was spot on, it's a cute place and the price was fair. I will be back! read more

Food was average, with pricing that should be a lot less for what you get. Service was almost non-existent. Asking for things was like pulling teeth. The music was at an obnoxious level that not only made it hard to hear conversation, but made you want to hurry up eating to leave. Only positive was the drinks were made well, little pricey for what you get, but would be the only reason we would go back. Too many other places with better prices as well as better service and food. read more