First time visiting Guanatos Grub and the sign that said "authentic Mexican food" immediately caught my attention and I'm glad it did! The menu had lots of great options that reminded me of many trips to Mexico. For this visit I went with the queso fundido with chorizo, served with fresh handmade corn tortillas, and it was absolutely delicious. I also tried the tacos dorados plate, crispy tacos filled with potatoes and topped with carnitas and a fresh, flavorful garnish. So good! Can't forget to mention the chips and salsa both were excellent, and the spicy salsa options added the perfect kick for those who enjoy some heat. Paired it all with a cold soda and wow... such a satisfying meal. The place had a pleasant vibe and great service, definitely returning read more

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Scarlett & Tatiana were fantastic. They did so well and accommodated. The food is unbelievable truly a great meal. I suggest if you are in the area you come in and try the Norris tacos the crispy tacos or the fajitas. Everything was fantastic read more

An unexpected flight delay landed our party of four in a hotel near JFK Blvd on a Tuesday night. Hungry by 9:00 PM, we stumbled into Guanatos Grub, and it turned out to be the highlight of an otherwise tiring travel day. The Vibe & Service For a Tuesday night, the place was surprisingly jumping. We walked from a nearby hotel, and a quick "Pro-Tip" for travelers: while it's technically a short walk, there is a total lack of sidewalks. You'll find yourself navigating a maze of parking lots to get there, so keep your eyes peeled. Inside, we were greeted by an unexpected karaoke night. While the vocal talent was... questionable, the energy was infectious. People were clearly having a blast, making for an odd but highly entertaining atmosphere. Despite the crowd, the small service staff (just two people) was impressively efficient and friendly. The Food: A Taste of Guadalajara It's important to note that this isn't your run-of-the-mill Tex-Mex joint; the name "Guanatos" is actually a nickname for Guadalajara, and the menu stays true to those Jalisco roots. * Chips & Salsa: They serve their salsa warm here--a traditional touch from central Mexico. If you aren't used to it, #NoSurprises; it's mild, flavorful, and a great starter. * Tacos Dorados (3.75/5): These were a standout. These are folded corn tortillas filled with cheese, fried, and topped with carnitas. They come "drowned" in a delicious tomato sauce (a signature of the region) with pickled onions and lettuce. The carnitas was a touch on the dry side, but the sauce saved the day. * Guac and Chips (3.75/5): A solid version blended with pico de gallo. It's prepared a bit differently than the chunky styles often found elsewhere, but very fresh. * Chicken Fajitas (4/5): These featured large, juicy slices of grilled chicken smothered in cheese over a bed of well-seasoned veggies. One regret: I didn't pull the trigger on their famous Torta Ahogada. It's their signature "drowned" sandwich, but it felt like a bit much for a late dinner at 9:00 PM. In hindsight, I definitely should have gone for it! The Drinks To wash down the meal, I opted for a Dos Equis. It arrived ice-cold and refreshing--exactly what was needed after a day of airport stress. The Verdict If you're stuck near the airport and want something more authentic than a hotel burger, Guanatos is a must-visit. It's a bit of a trek through parking lots to get there, but the regional flavors and the lively local scene make it well worth the effort. read more

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Good food, good service, and decent ambience for a reasonable price. Not bad for an airport area restaurant. The drinks (Mexican Mule and Mangonada Margarita) were good without being too sweet. The Guacamole was OK, but the Beef Fajita was a real surprise for its tenderness and juiciness. The decor was a bit old, but the service made up for it. Overall surprise good find! read more

Food,drinks and service, totally recommended it's nice place to have a great time with family and friends. read more

Guanatos Grub - Authentic Mexican restaurant!! - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

This was our quick meal after we landed at IAH. We had the carne asada y chorizo skillet, wich came with steak, mexican sausage, onions, and jalapeno pepper. Served with a side of guacamole, pico de gallo, tortiillas, rice and beans. For me, the steak flavor was a bit bland and the texture was just ok. I liked the grilled sausage though! A decent quick stop when you've just landed and are craving for Texas Mexican food. read more

Guanatos Grub - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The location wasn't bad. We walked in, were seated quickly... near the restroom... Like right next to the door to the men's restroom in a near empty restaurant... eww..but ok. We were greeted by what seemed to be a very "high" server who could barely keep her eyes open. We ordered house margs, which were delicious. After watching the bartender play on his phone for 10mins or more...we got our drinks... 20 mins later... chips and salsa. I understand that every place has a signature salsa, but I personally just didn't care for it. It tastes like a light colored marinara sauce.. not bad, just didn't care for it. I ordered chicken flautas. It came out quick and the taste is meh to say the least. Presentation was nice.. but didn't ask for guac but whatever.. Honey ordered enchilada verdes. He said they had good flavor and very hot (heat)! He was satisfied overall but agreed it wasn't the best either. I,personally wouldn't recommend it. Pictures are attached. read more

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The food is delicious, the best I've had in a very long time. The margaritas are good also. The owner & staff are very friendly too! If I'm Ever back in Houston this will be my go to place! read more

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The breading on the chile relleno was awful, sour taste. The salsa that came with the chips was the worst I've ever tasted. Service was slow. Was a typical strip mall experience, read more

I'll start this by saying that the only reason they received 3 stars is because the salsa was served warm and the guacamole was super fresh and almost rivaled muy cuñados. The hostess/server had a very impatient look and attitude with a borderline outright rudeness to her as of we were interrupting her from something more important than her job which just happen to be her phone. I was happy to see the chips were made fresh, but they actually tasted like they were on the verge of being stale. And that carried over into the nachos which were absolutely NOT worth the almost $17! They barely had any cheese on them and the cheese wasn't melted, but what made it worse was the fact that they were not even warm. My sister's quesadillas were actually very good which were basically the nachos just in a tortilla sans beans. Our bill came out to just under $48 for nachos, quesadillas and 2 Dr. Peppers seems a bit steep, but it's also right by the airport. I really can't say that I recommend this place. read more

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Nothing fancy, but really good food, very large portions.Service was efficient, staff were friendly. Nicely decorated, in Spanish, very reasonable. Would definitely eat there again. read more

I write a few reviews when I feel a restaurant deserves recognition, if they're horrible-review. Guanatos has reset my life long bar for authentic Mexican food tonight. I have never had such an amazing experience from what I figured would be at best your average near airport hole in the wall quick stop near hotel/airport restaurant. In short there is no good Mexican restaurant left in my book anymore- this is it. So here we go.... -Friendly service- check! -Warm fresh salsa and homemade chips- check! -Steak marinated you could cut it with a fork, and the chorizo was so perfect with NATURAL casings, balanced spice and just flat out PERFECT- CHECK! -Tortillas homemade so perfect with a hint of salt, excellent balance CHECK! -And the sauces 1- habernero 2- jalepeno with a crema base. He said the habernaro was hot and it was- had one that way and the other two perfect with the jalepeno just FABULOUS! Wow.. just wow read more

Guanatos Grub - Carne asada y chorizo con arroz y frijoles fritas - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Got recommend the grilled fish tacos.... Amazing. I'm still in town across the street and fighting the urge to go back. Everything looked good. Service was friendly and polite. Would recommend! read more

Brand new place, if it's not brand new it definitely looks brand new. Beautiful, clean restaurant and we definitely recommend!! Service was great, food was great, but what really tied it all and made it a "core memory" for us was the Karaoke!! We will be back and we loved every minute!! Drinks and food were flavorful and great portions, but also Karaoke? Yes please!! Had the BEST time with a friend I hadn't seen in 20 years, this was perfect read more

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Great Mexican, unique menu - standards but also unique dishes too. Flaming queso fundido. Very clean restaurant and service very friendly. Highly recommended. read more

Guanatos Grub - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Waiting for a flight to land so we decided to try this restaurant. Food was on point, service was prompt and the place was clean. Would recommend this place for good Mexican food. read more

Guanatos Grub - Aaron Sanchez recommended - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

The tortillas The steak The guacamole The queso The chips All great Good vibes Good service Happy I came read more

Absolutely amazing experience! The energy and atmosphere were top-tier from the moment we arrived. The service was outstanding -- the waitresses and waiters were incredibly attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about our experience. The food was a solid 10/10, easily some of the best we've had. Visiting from Tampa, FL, and this spot is a must-visit. Highly recommend and will definitely be back! read more

Guanatos Grub - Arroz con leche - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Definitely would not recommend this NOT Authentic mexican restaurant . Which they advertise it as authentic . We ordered a soup and Birria Tacos . First off the prices are outrageous $18 for a soup that you have to chop up due to laziness in the kitchen and add your own flavor ( salt etc) . Very very bland taste . Also the rice that came with it was flavorless . We took home the rest so the dog could try and eat it . Also ordered. Birria tacos that cost $18 for 3 tacos no sides and the tacos did have a some what good taste but if you have ever had this type of taco that I didn't get a picture of it was lame like Taco Bell made these . Honestly Jack in the box I would say can make these better and for a lot cheaper . Service was terrible a manager or someone came to the table to ask us how the food was and we told them and nothing was done or even a compensation of any sort. After I finished my plate the lady picked my plate up and spilt Birria sauce on the table that splattered on my shirt and pants . If you know the sauce it stains . I'm giving the 1 star for ambiance . Very nice establishment but it seems they spent more time on making the place look inviting than spending it on finding a great cook !! All and all $45 and very disappointing. Don't waste your money . Oh and the Dog didn't even want the soup when we got home . read more

Guanatos Grub - A boring bowl of soup that had no flavor !! Along with having to chop up everything and had to add a ton of salt - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

So it's by IAH and I'm not a fan of Taco Bell so found this in a strip center. Hostess couldn't look up from her phone to help anyone which continues right now as I wonder how this place is still in operation. First, the only Mexican that doesn't serve chips...what the bleep if that. So ordered enchiladas verdes. Sauce and chicken lacked any flavor at all. Then realized oh not only no chips but salsa was missing. So had to wait a few and asked for it. They brought 2 small bottles and only Mexican here was that. First one was...well I'll remember that pica later and not in a good way. Second one was more subdued but like a very hot not nuclear. Compared to the first. Water glass sat empty for a while. Oddly 7 of us inside with x3 wait staff. Two were working and last still working on her phone tan. Very disappointed since I am here a lot at IAH. read more

Amazing food and great service. They also had great music and TV with sports channels. read more

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Excellent food and beverages. Clean establishment. Great friendly service! And probably one of the better food options near the IAH airport if you're staying at one of the local hotels. Highly recommend read more

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The best damn queso birria tacos I've ever had IN MY LIFE!!!! I'll be coming back to Houston just to eat here again. The service was quick and friendly. The little place is gorgeous. Just an absolute gem! read more

Guanatos Grub - The best queso birris tacos I've ever had in my life. - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

To be honest what i had was good. But the service wasn't the best. I will try another place my next visit to this area. read more

Was staying across the street for a night and was hungry and was so glad that they were still open. Their margarita, guacamole, and birria tacos were so good! My friends had the fajitas and some sort of chicken soup. They said we're all amazing! They were very friendly and welcoming, especially since we came in half an hour before closing. But they didn't rush us at all, which was great! The ambience is cute. I would definitely come here again! I'm dreaming of those tacos and guacamole. read more

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Went there for a quick bite, and had the fish Tacos, very yummy !! The service was very good, on time, friendly as well. The Ambiance was very homie and family oriented. Will definitely go back! read more

Not sure how this place get 4 plus stars. I ordered the birria tacos. Ok. Ordered a 1 margarita. Too much ice and not good. Person with me had 3. I switched to red wine. It was chilled. Ok what ever. Asked for the bill. I had 1 margarita and 1 red wine cold. Supposed to be room Temperature and guest had 3 margaritas. I guess i should have asked how much. 24 bucks a piece. What a joke. Ok food less Than average. Got my bill $185.00. Really. Sorry bur really. Don't mind paying $189,00 for good food. Please ask your server price for you food or drinks. read more

Guanatos Grub - Receipt - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great spot before an our flight. We ate here the evening before flying and it was exactly what we needed. Relaxed, friendly, and easy. The bartender, Pepe, was fantastic. Super attentive and welcoming. He also gave us Mexico recommendations, which made the whole experience feel super Great spot before an early flight. The tacos were the best I've had. Fresh, full of flavour, and properly balanced. No shortcuts. The Mexican Coca-Cola was a great touch too - roper glass bottle and it just tastes so much better. Service was quick, drinks were spot on, and we left full and happy. 10/10 :) read more

Fantastic place to eat. The food was amazing, the restaurant was nicely decorated and clean and the Waitress did a super wonderful Job!!

Service was good. Food not so much. Visiting from Northern California, San Jose/San Francisco. I come to Texas, (didn't Texas used to be part of Mexico?) expecting bomb Mexican food--especially at these prices-$30 for fajitas. A few slices of chicken breast and 3 slivers of bell pepper does not fajitas make. Way over priced. Not a good value. I guess they get away with it being proximal to IAH and a business clientele with expense accounts. $20 birria tacos did not come with rice and beans. Birria sauce was salty (true birria doesn't need sauce). Literally, Denny's does a sizzling skillet better, and Taco Bell does value better. Whew! A dollar extra for strawberry "flavor" on my $12.99 margarita? And a credit card surcharge on a SIT DOWN MEAL-- that was not transparently advertised beforehand. Whew, and I thought our cost of living was high? Cali -- nobody does it better! read more

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The food is a B+, not the best but pretty good. However it takes a long time to get the food, it comes out cold. Its nots just expensive for the type of food/area, it is perhaps close the most expensive mexican I have seen. I really want to like this place because this place needs it. But dang! read more

I dropped off my parents at the airport and saw this on my way home. I'm from Guadalajara and was excited to see an authentic Mexican restaurant called Guanatos. I ordered a torta ahogada de camarones, I was excited to try the torta. It did not meet my expectations. Granted, I know that food in America will never taste the same as in our country but the torta was nothing like the authentic ones, and was also missing the avocado it stated it contained in the description. It was just okay, definitely not worth the $14.99 It took the waiter a while to take my order, I was the only guest in the restaurant at the time. I ordered a taco with rajas, I never got my taco until I asked for it. That taco was really good, would definitely go back for the tacos. The cafe the olla was my favorite thing ordered. The restaurant is very pretty and the music was also nice. read more

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Stopped here for business dinner. They had Iberia tacos were the best I've ever had. The Pacifico draft was cold and amazing. Definitely be back. read more

I rarely leave one-star reviews but as a mexican I felt it was necessary to speak up about the lack of authenticity and quality at guanatos grub . There is a significant difference between Mexican inspired and authentic mexican and this establishment fails to meet even the most basic standards of our culinary heritage. read more

Great service. Great food! Everything was tender and flavorful desserts were delicious.

This restaurant is in walking distance to a lot of the airport hotels. It also stays open a little bit later than other ones nearby which is nice. The chips and salsa were amazing. We ordered a pomegranate margarita and Moscow mule. Both were tasty. All of our entrees were good and I especially like the beans! We would come back here for food especially if staying at one of the airport hotels. read more

Guanatos Grub - Shrimp tacos - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Waitress stole my card. I realized she never gave it back when I went to the zoo down the street so I called the restaurant and the manager said she asked everyone but no one saw it. I immediately came back to find the waitress and the look on her face shows she got caught. I said where's my card and she pulled it out of her pocket. There is no misunderstanding, just straight up theft. read more

Quick bite before my flight, such a great find! Got the birria tacos, and my co worker got the Mole which she stated wasn't sweet enough. Service started out well, but then out server kind of got busy doing back of the house duties. Had to wave him down two separate times. Overall pretty good experience, I'd definitely come back before or after a flight. read more

Guanatos Grub - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food was good, fresh but service was not so great. He was young so maybe with a little training, rushed everything, brought apps before drinks and then when we were wrapping up was so eager to have an empty table he actually took our waters. And there plenty of open tables. Music was loud. Close to several hotels and plenty of parking. read more

$18 for 3 fried sticks and some queso and guacamole. Called for a to go order and was told to order it online. The website had no place to order. So stopped in and ordered in person. Just pathetic read more

Guanatos Grub - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas