We were in the area and its been a few years...service was good and the place hasn't changed at…read moreall, but clean and neat. Standard queso, but a bit of salsa brings it to life. This round wife went with Ground Beef Chiladas with double rice...sauce was good, beef was good....made for a good bite. I went Chicken Chiladas with green sauce, beans and rice. Verde was spot on, chicken was tender....beans were done right. Overall a good visit...Nothing to write home about but a solid meal at that.

Food was good. My friend and I both ordered tostada with no meat. It was loaded with avocado, which…read morewas definitely a plus. Service was great nice quiet place to have a small lunch.

Great food, friendly service and excellent atmosphere. Family dinner was a success. Recommended and…read morewill return.

We've been here a few times. The foods good, though we haven't found any favorite dishes yet. It's…read moreall pretty standard TexMex fare. But they do seem to be trying. And at least they don't oversalt everything with Fiesta seasoning like some places do. They don't have a liquor license but they serve beer, wine and frozen margaritas, which aren't bad but they're officially "wineritas" because they don't have tequila in them. But my wife likes them. The interior space is pretty nice, especially the Eastern room. But some of the booths are old and really need new cushions in them. I'm hoping they invest in this place when the new, nearby community opens up and they gain new patrons. If it improves, we'll come here more often. It has potential. That said, we were disappointed on this visit. The waiter literally pulled something out of my drink with his fingers before serving it to me, hoping I wouldn't notice. Who does that? If something's fallen into it, just take it back to the kitchen and get another one. Don't dip your fingers into guests' drinks. Please. The guacamole was interesting. Just unseasoned, mashed up avocado. No onion. No serrano peppers. Little to no salt or lime. Diced tomatoes were served on the side (as not to water down the guac), and it was served over shredded iceberg lettuce. I did taste fresh. And there was salt on the table if you wanted it. I guess I just expected it to be more prepared. It would have been a nice respite from the heat if our meal was spicy. But we've never had anything there that was spicy.

The friendly ladies behind the counter of this tiny food stand made us feel welcome. The prices…read morewere fair and the portions were generous (large, meaty, filling tacos for $2.50 to $3 each). We tried a variety of tacos, including breakfast tacos and we experienced tlacoyos for the first time (similar to gorditas). Outdoor seating only, in a rustic, rural environment, including a rooster roaming around between the umbrellaed picnic tables. The food is more typical of a ranch house family meal than of restaurant-style Tex-Mex. For example, they don't whisk their eggs before they scramble them. They just crack them directly into the skillet and kind of mix it together slightly with the spatula as they cook. They had both red and green salsa available, but both were very mild, and thin enough for a squeeze bottle. We didn't notice any chips, salsa bowls, guacamole, jalapeños or lime wedges. And none of the flavors were amped up. It just all came across as the typical home cooking they'd been raised on. But that has its own charm. And the tortillas (flour or white corn) all seemed homemade They have sodas, horchata and aguas frescas (no beer), or coffee (instant, I believe). But don't plan to stay too long or drink too much coffee, as there is no public restroom here.

Amazing food and good off the road. Not sure if the eggs are from the backyard but I'm hoping they…read moreare. Beautiful energy here and the plants and trees seem to be feeling the love too. Great spot! We are patient I promise... 30 minutes we are going to have to say goodbye to a star. Mose tacos truck styled spots are much faster. Well we just had to lose another star.. not sure how this place works but just had two family's that got here after us got their food prior to us. While two gentlemen prior to us have still not got there food - may leave it like this since we may never know if those two guys get their food.

Great place but sadly it is now permanently closed. Great people, great food. Sorry to see them…read morego.

Hole in the wall with good quality food! Small dining area - four tables; restroom out of order;…read moreAC vent dripped on my head; but delicious good quality Tex-Mex! Chicken fajitas were tender. Beef enchilada a "10 out of 10" per my son!

Quinto Patio for the win. This was a very unexpected find. We dropped into Smithville and found…read morethis gem. The mexican food was great all around. We were in early on a Wedensday so it was not crowded but by the set up, including the band stage on the patio this will be a must return.

Cool local Mexican restaurant. Large outside patio and on weekends they have live music. Dog…read morefriendly, handmade margaritas, and other drinks kid friendly plenty of room for big gatherings If you like Anita's in Bastrop. (This is owned by the same people. ), then you will love Ouinto !

This is a new Mexican cafe, open for breakfast and lunch…read more They did a good job with the ambiance inside, with beautiful barn doors and a butterfly theme. And they keep the place exceptionally clean. Our server made us feel very welcome even though we showed up just before closing time (they close at 2 pm Tue - Sun and are closed all day Monday). Half the menu was breakfast and the other half was lunch. Beverages were colas, coffee, tea, lemonade and horchata. Lunch here is your typical Mexican lunch menu: tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, fajitas, etc. They also had two specials today: Enchiladas Verde and Quesabirria Tacos. We tried and enjoyed both. The enchiladas had a lot of chicken in them. And while the birria lacked its typical au jus to dip the tacos in, they were still quite authentic and flavorful. The complimentary chips and salsa comes with a bean dip, and with two additional chile options, a spicy red chile and a chile verde. It was nice having all those options. For a healthier option, they also offer a large bowl of tortilla soup with spanish rice on the side. I'm not sure why they choose to open a Mexican restaurant right next to a Mexican restaurant, but the two restaurants are very different and keep different hours. We will come back to try their breakfast, as that appears to be their specialty.

Limited service hours but the breakfast tacos were amazing and very large. They have almost…read moreanything you want added to your tacos. Will definitely keep. This on my return list.

A nice find in Giddings. The place is clean and the staff is friendly and welcoming…read more We ordered the tamales and the enchiladas. Chips and sauces are plentiful. We enjoyed our meals... more emphasis on the enchiladas. They were delish. They do not have a liquor license yet; however, you can still get a margarita with a "donation". We would visit again when in the area to try other items.

Great time at Los Caporales Good food ! Doesn't rush you…read moreenjoy your time there Molcajete was very good along with Mexican quac and some wings

I was driving from Houston to Austin I saw that taqueria I got the red chile burrito…read more flour tortillas are the best They close at 2 , but they'll still make a burrito for you ..

Food is okay but when it comes to customer service they have an attitude with customers…read more They gave me wrong order and I call them the lady didn't admit to it She had and attitude like she already had the money and they don't care about it

The service: everyone was so kind and helpful. The…read moreambiance: a fantastic little hole in the wall with the perfect amount of lighting, low key, not too loud and very clean. The food: where to even start.....I hit the jackpot here. The salsa tasted like it was freshly made and served warm, so so good. The refried beans (which I don't typically order) were hands down the best I've ever had. The enchiladas were top notch, full of flavor and not overly salty. Honestly, I have nothing negative to say, it's a must try when in Bastrop!!

ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING -- BEST MEXICAN FOOD ANYWHERE…read more If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. I've traveled all over Texas and across the U.S., and I can say without hesitation that Las Cocinas Mexican Grill is hands-down the BEST Mexican restaurant I have ever been to -- and that includes all of Austin. My family and I come here several times a week, even though we don't live close by. That alone should tell you how incredible this place is. Must-try favorites (do NOT skip these): The Margaritas - Very strong and absolutely perfect. Order them half & half (half on the rocks, half frozen). Trust me -- you'll thank me later. Nachos Al Carbon (Appetizer) - The beef fajita meat is out of this world. Tender, flavorful, and unforgettable. Beef Fajitas Cremosas (Entrée) - Get them with EXTRA sun-dried tomatoes. Oh. My. God. I have never had anything like this in my life, and it's something I crave several times a week. Stuffed Jalapeños - So good I sometimes order them as my entire meal. And the onion rings they're served on? Easily the best onion rings I've ever had anywhere. Beyond the food, the staff is absolutely amazing. From the moment you walk in, they make you feel like family -- warm, welcoming, and genuinely happy you're there. That kind of service is rare, and it's one of the many reasons this place is so special to us. And yes -- I always forget to take pictures of my food because I eat it before I remember to take photos for a review . That should tell you everything you need to know about how good it is. We are incredibly thankful for Las Cocinas. It's not just our favorite Mexican restaurant -- it's our favorite restaurant, period, and the best in the entire area by a mile. Perfect in every way.

Tried something new this time, the Texas burrito, and was a bit underwhelmed. The burrito had…read morebeans, cheese, and chicken in it but had no rice nor did the plate come with a side of rice. It's covered in their chile con queso which adds a nice extra flavor, but I probably wouldn't get it again.

The food was really good, but the service was lacking. I got a few dirty looks from our waitress…read moreand it took way too long to get our check. Also, I never received the second drink I asked for, but wasn't charged.