El Capitán

Private events

Catering service

Fast seating even when full. Enough time to walk to the bar order margaritas then be seatedread more

Wow. Definitely the best beef and chicken fajitas I have ever tasted. Our server Manuel was…read moreamazing. Ninfas, the magic of food in every bite. A legend of seasoning and flavor.

17.5 mi•Midtown, Fourth Ward, Montrose

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Margarita

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4.2(296 reviews)

Food was great, drinks were so good, vibes were so chill and service was great, definitely…read morereturning for brunch!!

Not my first time at Maderas. That's why I came back because it was excellent and my friends heard…read moreme rave about it and they suggested we come here. Arrived on Sunday evening around 7:30. Was sat immediately. Not my first time here so I knew the menu, my friends did not. So they needed time to see what drinks they wanted because they like cocktails and the menu is not small and they had to choose which ones they wanted because the options are good. When they decided, the cocktails straggled out. Two came out but the other two did not, They just sat at the bar as my friends sat with there with their drinks in front of them waiting on ours so we can toast to a wonderful day with a new member of the group. You would have thought the other staff would step in or at least the bartender would see that the waiter was in the weeds and needed help. That's when I knew we should have not come. The food was all lukw warm. The appetizer of queso was like warm with chunks of cheese floating around and some of the chips were fresh and others stale. A mixed bag you can say. My Flautas where luke warm, so was the side of beans and rice. My friends said their tacos were okay. My friend who got the Caesar Salad, there was no dressing on the salad not was there a side of dressing that came with it. We had to ask for it. I did not have the energy to try to keep wrangling the waiter. If you want to shut the kitchen down early because the day was long I get it. Let the customer know, I get it. I used to wait tables to but I would never give people luke warm food or luke service. The staff seems not to have one anothers back. I did not eat my food, I took my food home to reheat it so I could eat it at the proper temperature. My friend took his salad home because he had more Caesar dressing at home. Left a bad taste in my mouth and very disappointed. The service and food from the last time compared to this visit was night and day. Total miss. $200.00 thrown away. I paid because I could not let my friends waiste there money on someplace I raved about. Maderas is really a small cute spot. It's rare I have bad service when I go out to eat because I am not a difficult customer and I know I am not the only one they are serving. I will wait for good food and sit back and enjoy the atmosphere and my friends until it arrives. I would not put pressure on the staff or the kitchen. Also I will not arrive just before closing and make a resteraunt and it's staff stay open late because I am hungry. I rather come when the staff and the restaurant wants to recieve customers.

Right side entry

Rice & Beans

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Chicken Enchiladas

Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe

3.9(896 reviews)

14.6 mi•The Heights

When they say "everything is bigger in Texas," they weren't kidding. The size of the margarita was…read morebigger than my hand. If you want leftovers, this is your place to go. It was my first time trying out Tex mex style. It was so busy on a Saturday evening. The chips that were given to each table was incredibly warm and the sauces paired so well. I ordered the el manarco which is this giant piece of steak that was well charred, included this avacado and seafood grit sauce, rice + soup + gauconole/salsa. They gave me 4 giant house made tortillas which was also fresh and warm. This meal can be finished by two people. Definitely come here on an empty stomach and the portions are absolutely massive.

Guys, you know I dont post a review unless a dish is a straight 10/10…read more The breakfast I just had warrants a 10/10 review at the Airline blvd location. I just had the Machacado con Huevo breakfast dish here and it was so incredibly good-So good! it was one of the best breakfasts Ive ever had. seriously.I will definitely be back for this breakfast. I recommend getting it with red and green sauce on the side and a side of tortillas ro make your own tacos with the eggs, salsa and refried beans. just wow! And that tamale needs its own menu. That tamale was amazing. I would get several orders of that soft white tamale by itself to go. And the service was a 10/10. They kept refilling my red and green sauce and kept checking up on me throughout. Ambience was great as always. Its a life changing dish. Thanks Teotihuacan for the great breakfast and great service! Yall deserve a well-earned review!

17.2 mi•Upper Kirby, West University

Queso + Beef

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Fajita Salad

Guadalajara Mexican Grille

4.0(589 reviews)

Guadalajara (on the bar side) has a comfortable environment and great service. I like the black…read morerefried beans, cilantro rice, caldo, and fish dishes. Their family packs to go are always packed well, with lots of extra sauces, etc. and available quickly.

Guadalajara's is one of our favorite restaurants. We have picked up a few to-go orders as well as…read moredined in and normally always have great experiences. I will say, if you are within happy hour, sit in the bar area. We typically don't so we sat in the main dining area our last visit and ironically ordered everything that was on the happy hour menu and spent double what we would have. Our loss though and learned our lesson. Otherwise the food always seems like good quality, fresh, flavorful and delicious. Margaritas are great and service is usually good. We visit multiple Guadalajara's because we think they are one of the best Tex-Mex in Houston.

16.2 mi•Montrose, River Oaks

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Mexican Sugar Houston Montrose

4.2(685 reviews)

•$$$

Visited for Houston restaurant week…read more It was our first time trying this place out. After being seated, it took 20 minutes for the server to come to our table and take our drink order. It took another 20 minutes to get the restaurant week menu we had asked for. The food and drinks were good and the ambience was nice, however, the service really tainted the whole experience.

Had a great time with the family! The place is beautiful and the food is exquisite ask for Monica…read moreif you want a good dining experience!

Machete Margarita

Arepas

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Mexican Sugar - beautiful lighting

Maximo

4.6(174 reviews)

17.9 mi•West University

•$$$

Maximo looks like someone invited the desert inside and poured it a drink. The room is colorful,…read morewarm, and genuinely inviting--pots of cactus, cowboy paintings, and Mexican art. At brunch, the papas bravas come as small cubes of fried potato with an airy crunch that gives way to a soft, pillowy center - the kind of deeply satisfying bite that makes conversation briefly irrelevant. Crisp prosciutto adds salt, aioli brings richness, and smoky chile sauce keeps it lively. They're served with cactus-handled toothpicks, which are almost offensively adorable. The chilaquiles divorciados are another hit. The chips are dressed with salsa rather than drowned beneath it, so each one arrives ready for the perfect bite. It's a small distinction, but an important one. Then there are the enfrijoladas: rolled quesadillas in fluffy tortillas, covered in creamy black bean sauce and plated with more care than bean and cheese might seem to warrant. The dish is fundamentally simple, but that's the point. Soft tortilla, savory beans, melted cheese, bright salsa. Familiar ingredients transformed into something deeply comforting--the culinary equivalent of curling up beneath a warm blanket on a cold morning, even if Houston rarely provides one. Dinner shifts into another gear. The crudos are sensational, especially the tuna tiradito - a rolling wave of flavor and texture. The tacos are excellent across the board, but the crispy maitake mushrooms are unmatched. The short ribs arrive juicy and tender on a mole negro that doesn't sit politely in the background. It lands dark, complex, and full of flavor. And then there's the masa cornbread, a masterpiece of unapologetic indulgence. Humble cornbread meets savory-sweet mole, smoky, earthy butter, and caviar. It sounds like too much. It isn't. Every element earns its place. The cocktails deserve their own warning. They're the kind that convince you to keep ordering the same drink all night. By the end, you may have forgotten what was in it. What you'll remember is that it was refreshing, perfectly balanced, and exactly what you needed. Maximo makes ambitious food feel generous rather than fussy. Come hungry.

I came here to celebrate my friend's birthday, and I'm so happy I finally got to try this…read moreestablishment! I would definitely recommend making a reservation, as it can get pretty busy, especially during Saturday lunch. There is also plenty of parking available across the street. The interior of the restaurant was beautiful and felt so authentic to Mexican culture. Our server, Kylah, was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and so kind throughout our entire dining experience. Now onto the food; everything was absolutely delicious. The Avocado Mollete and Chilaquiles Divorciados were both packed with so much flavor. Every bite was amazing. I had heard that the pancakes were the star of the show, and they definitely lived up to the hype. I have never had pancakes this crispy before, and they were so good! Our server also brought out a birthday surprise, the Chocolate Cremoso, and it was delicious! It was such a sweet touch to the celebration. Honestly, everything my party ordered was so flavorful and delicious. We had such a great experience, and I genuinely cannot wait to come back!

Tres Leches

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Paloma Coconut Punch & a classic Margarita.

Dona Leti's

4.0(675 reviews)

14.1 mi•The Heights

Dona Leti's is truly one of Houston's absolute gems, and it will ALWAYS be my go-to! From the owner…read moreto every single member of the staff, the hospitality is unmatched. You are not simply served here--you are welcomed, appreciated, and treated like family. Three weeks ago, I was actually headed here wanting to celebrate, but life changed in an instant with the passing of my dad. Today, I finally made it back, and what a beautiful full-circle moment it was. One of the greatest gifts was being able to see Julio, the owner, celebrating his own special day. That made the experience even more meaningful. The food is consistently AMAZING, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service goes above and beyond every single time. You can feel the love, pride, and genuine care that has been poured into this establishment. I love EVERYTHING about Dona Leti's--the food, the people, the energy, the hospitality, and the way they make every visit feel special. Five stars simply aren't enough. If you're looking for incredible food and an experience that feels like home, Dona Leti's is the place. Forever a customer and forever recommending this Houston favorite!

I had an extremely disappointing experience here yesterday--unfortunately, we never even made it to…read moredinner. The experience started poorly with the valet attendants, whom we found to be rude, dismissive, and very unprofessional. It was such an unpleasant first impression that my wife and I mentioned it to the hostess when we went inside. Unfortunately, things did not improve. The hostess seemed completely unconcerned about our experience and simply informed us that the wait for a table was approximately two hours. While deciding whether our party should wait or go elsewhere, I went to the bar to order a drink. After ordering, the bartender told me that if I was only having a drink, I needed to move. Apparently, sitting at the bar required ordering a meal. At that point, we had experienced enough. Between the unpleasant valet experience, the indifferent response at the hostess stand, the two-hour wait, and then being told I couldn't sit at the bar simply to have a drink while we decided what to do, the overall message was clear: we did not feel welcome here. My wife, the rest of our party, and I decided to leave and have dinner elsewhere. A busy restaurant is understandable. A long wait is understandable. What is much harder to understand is making prospective customers feel unwelcome at nearly every point of contact. Needless to say, this was an exceptionally disappointing experience, and we will not be returning.

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Street Taco

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Passion fruit margarita with a shot of Grand Marnier.

Ambriza

4.5(1.8k reviews)

3.2 mi

Family-owned & operated

Veteran-owned & operated

Get the pork belly bites and their cocktails are delicious…read more If you're here on a Sunday for brunch and have a sweet tooth the French toast is unforgettable. No other French toast will come close. Their homemade sauces make more tantalizing. If you like salty spicy, get the jojo sauce. I don't think it's on the menu And to finish, personally I like cocktails but their fresh filled churros are super fun. And can't beat the fresh factor! Brandon is an excellent attentive server. He knows the menu in and out. He'll steer you right. It's a neighborhood gem

Visited Ambriza for the first time and it honestly impressed me. The ambiance is really nice --…read morewarm, lively, and just a cool place to sit and enjoy a meal. Service was top‑notch, especially from Maritza, who took great care of us the entire time. Since it was our first visit, they surprised us with complimentary street corn, and it was fantastic. We ordered the veggie and the Pastel Azteca. Everything tasted fresh, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I didn't love the Pastel Azteca, but I've never had it before, so that's more about my taste than the dish itself. Overall, great service, great vibe, and really good food. I'd definitely come back.

17.8 mi•Museum District, Montrose

Veggie enchiladas

TEQUILA Wall

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Street corn

Candente - Museum District

4.1(643 reviews)

What better way to kick off a Texas trip than getting some highly-regarded tex-mex! Some coworkers…read morerecommended this spot to me so I had to try! It's in the Museum District/Montrose area, so pretty accessible and with plenty of parking. We got seated immediately, and there was a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating, the latter of which was great even on a humid day. The menu was pretty extensive with your Tex-Mex classics like fajitas and enchiladas, with a special for every day of the week. This time was a free upgrade to a large fajita, so I went with the chicken fajitas! It came out after about 20 minutes with all of the fixings and this very yummy buttery sauce. I haven't had too many fajitas, but I'm pretty confident this is a top spot!

More like Can't Dente…read more Not a fan. The food actually isn't bad, by any means, it's just not my thing. I'm not into Tex-Mex. Houston has some of the greatest Mexican food in the world, and for me Tex-Mex never compares. But of course it is beloved by some Houstonians, plenty of Texans and lots of tourists, and as far as Tex Mex goes, Candente (where I've only eaten 3 times) is around average. A little higher priced and higher end than some of the busier and more well known local chains, but similar in quality and bland taste. The Fajitas are my fave thing on the menu, but nothing to write home about. The reason I took off a star (was going to give 3) is because of some personal issues I have with them. When picking up an order here, you get a notification to say, come to the store. That happens to me when I pick up take out in a lot of places, these days, and when I do, it is either ready, or it takes 5 more min or 10 more min (because they mark it ready when it is not. Generally I'm okay with it, if it's less than 10 min. Candente? 20 min or 30 min. Even when it's not busy. They'll mark orders as ready (to make themselves look efficient I imagine) even when they are completely dead, and then will not actually start cooking the order until you get there to pick it up (I know, because I see people come in at the same time I'm there to pick up, order a similar thing, and 20-30 min theirs and mine comes out at a similar time). So just frustrating, is all. The owner is a Texan guy from Kingwood, he also owns the Pit Room BBQ nearby, which is similarly very fancy and successful. Don't let my bad experiences here put you off from trying it. If you want a list of real Mexican gems (and mostly dirt cheap), ask me, but you won't find any Tex Mex on there at all, to be honest. Just not my thing, in the same way that I think American Chinese take away has nothing on Chinese Chinese, such as Sichuan or Xi'an or Hunan cooking.

16.6 mi•Fourth Ward, Montrose

When in Rome

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Skinny margarita (large)

Toca Madera

4.0(668 reviews)

•$$$

Free WiFi

Live music

Food was excellent Services Amiyat and Ashley make…read morewonderful experience Nice place the ambience Is phenomenal

10 out of 10 From the warm friendly welcome... aesthetically pleasing atmosphere...phenomenal food…read moreand superb service of Mohi and Ashley.

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Yonathan V.

232

9

3

4 years ago

Ate dinner here a last night and it was a disaster to say the least. After having a reservation, nothing was ready, so we had to be sat outside in 50 degree weather. Even though there were many open tables outside, the server and manager both refused to give us an additional heater until we complained enough. The manager also claimed to be the owner, which was false, and they didn't bring us an additional unit until after we notified them we'd be leaving a review. They were not prepared to serve us properly, and they had an attitude about it also. If a heater shortage is the problem (which it wasn't) then don't seat people outside, and if you do, be prepared. A propane tank is only $20 and Home Depot is pretty close by, no excuses on this. The server was very difficult with us about this at first. The manager only made it worse. The Outdoor DJ even had his own heater. Never coming back. read more

Maria O.

79

6

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4 years ago

Service was ok... We had to waive to our waitress to get her attention when we needed something multiple times. The food was not that good. The fajita we ordered was overcooked and the fried shrimp had a weird aftertaste. Half of the members of the band that was playing were drunk and the police officer that was on duty put his nose in my soft drink that I had to go. He said it was part of the protocol. I had to tell him to just throw it away. I was not taking it after he had his nose less than 2 inches away from it. Last but not least we got charged the 25% tip because we were a party of 6, but the 6th person was an infant... Not worth going back... read more

Alberto C.

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7

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1 year ago

Llegar aquí 20 minutos antes de cierre y recibir una mala atención.!Es compressible ya que ellas se quieren ir a casa.! Pero se cierra a las 10 pm o deberían hacerlo antes.! Repente los horarios de lo contrario modifiquen la hora de cierre.! Este lugar está dejando mucho que desear., Tranquilos les informaré a todos mis amigos de la área que no visiten este sitio .! Apaguen el rótulo de abierto media hora antes del cierre., para que nadie se atreva a molestarlos.! Lunes 31 de marzo del 2025 read more

Yessica M.

55

6

50

2 years ago

I really liked the food, the drinks and the music! The service was good. My friends and I will definitely be back soon.

Chana L.

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1

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1 year ago

they are very racist and are rude against black people. I would not recommend anybody to eat there.

Diego S.

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1

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7 years ago

When I walked in the service was great and the food is delicious -xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Fernando E.

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1

6

6 years ago

wooow soooooo goood live music good food so good micheladas so goooooood read more

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