Got to try the puffy tacos as a lunch deal. It was such a good price! It came with two tacos, rice, and beans. I enjoyed the crunchy outer shell of the taco & there was a sauce bar where you can load up your tacos as well! read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Henry's Puffy Tacos on West Woodlawn Avenue is a San Antonio institution and the original location that helped put puffy tacos on the map (originally a small, free standing structure). Family owned and operated since 1978, this spot is deeply rooted in the West Side and known for sticking to homemade recipes and long standing flavors. The North star of the menu is the puffy taco...light, airy, and perfectly crisp on the outside while staying soft enough to hold generous fillings on the inside. Popular choices include spicy beef fajita, carne guisada, ground beef, and shredded chicken, all served with fresh lettuce, tomato, rice, and beans. The puffy shell delivers a texture you won't find outside San Antonio. Puffy tacos are made using raw masa (corn dough) that's fried in hot oil, so it inflates like a pillow. The process is simple but very specific. I ordered shredder chicken puffy tacos. Beyond tacos, the menu offers classic Tex Mex comfort food like enchiladas, chalupas, fajitas, and the signature enchurrito, making it easy to satisfy both first timers and longtime regulars. Portions are hearty, prices are reasonable, and the food comes out fast. The atmosphere at the Woodlawn location is casual and no frills, reflecting its neighborhood roots. There were bevy of wait staff...all friendly, efficient, and super happy. When tacos at Henry's Puffy tacos, it feels like home...my hometown roots. read more

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Great tacos, great flavors and plenty of seating. Definitely worth a visit in San Antonio. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

When it comes to iconic San Antonio eats, Henry's stands tall -- especially in the age-old debate of who makes the best puffy tacos in town. While Ray's has its loyal fans, I've got to say: Henry's spicy beef fajita taco is in a league of its own. The beef is consistently tender, perfectly marinated, and packs just the right amount of heat -- enough to wake up your taste buds without overwhelming them. It's the kind of spice that keeps you coming back for more. One of the standout features here is the unlimited chips and salsa bar, which is honestly worth a visit on its own. You'll find three different salsas, along with pickled and fresh jalapeños, lemon wedges, onions, and fresh pico de gallo -- everything you need to customize your plate just how you like it. Add to that the welcoming staff, who always greet you with a smile and are genuinely happy to chat, and you've got a place that feels like home. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Henry's is a must-visit stop for a true taste of San Antonio. Highly recommended read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Spicy Beef Fajita Puffy Taco - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

When I came to San Antonio for a trip, I definitely wanted to get puffy tacos since San Antonio is the home of the puffy tacos. I decided to try Henry's. The food came out super fast. The puffy shell was yummy and crispy. As for the filling, I wish there were more options. There were also hot crispy complementary chips and salsa. Cute little place for puffy tacos! read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This place has been a staple for my entire life and per usual it didn't disappoint! Holiday lunch for Labor Day and it had a steady flow of people. Ordering was quick with friendly service. Always love the self serve all you can eat chips and salsa bar. The place had the same nostalgic feel I remember as a kid. Super cozy, food smells and tastes great too! Tortillas were to die for! read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Cheese Enchilada Dinner (2) - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Service is always quick and friendly anytime I go. Food comes out delicious and fresh. Best puffy tacos in the city to me. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - 3 puffy taco special (Spicy Beef Fajita Puffy Taco) (Spicy Chicken Fajita Puffy Taco) (Strawberry Margarita) Side of rice and charro beans - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Visiting SA...Way more like a chain like Chili's than I expected but the food was good (not great) and the staff very accommodating.

I'm not a huge fan of Tex Mex, but I wanted to give these a try while in San Antonio. We went at lunch time, and they have some great lunch specials. It was decently busy, but they are very efficient. I didn't wait long to order or get my food. They have a chips and salsa bar, which I love. Chips were nice and crispy. Salsas were pretty good and had some nice spice to them. I ordered the two puffy taco special - one with chicken and one with picadillo. It comes with rice and beans. I opted for no cheese, as it was just a basic shredded cheddar. The meat in both was ok, but more bland than I hoped. The puffy shells started out ok, but they get soggy quickly and start falling apart. The charro beans were actually my favorite part of the meal. Overall, I am glad I checked it out, but I don't need to go again. Friendly, fast, and decently priced, but just not my jam for tacos. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Lunch special with 2 puffy tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Henry's Puffy Tacos was #1 on my "Must Visit" list when we traveled to San Antonio, Texas. This was the first place we visited upon arriving in San Antonio. and this was the closest location to us. The exterior of the restaurant does not look extraordinary. The building appears rather ordinary and simple from the outside. Do not let that deter you from dining here because you'd be missing out. The interior of Henry's was nicer and very clean. We arrived at an odd time so there was hardly anyone else at the restaurant. Good for us because we did not have to wait long for our lunch/dinner meal to be ready. How were the Puffy Tacos? They tasted FANTASTIC!!! It did not disappoint. Love the fact that they met my expectations!! Actually, they probably exceeded what I expected. Seriously, they looked great and tasted even better. Every bite of those puffy, crispy, airy tacos was like an explosion of flavor. Absolutely worth going to San Antonio to indulge in some of Henry's puffy tacos!! Bon Appetit!! read more

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Visiting San Antonio for a weekend trip and wanted to find something unique. Was given a rec for Rays/Henry's for the puffy tacos the city is known for. Tried the spicy beef puffy tacos and wasnt disappointed. The texture of the fried tortilla was great esp when served fresh and had a nice crunch and chew at the middle. The spicy steak was seasoned but not that spicy and slightly too well done for my taste. Definitely enjoyed my first puffy taco though and the location is decent for sit down with s second location for takeout only. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Puffy spicy steak tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I came back to San Antonio for a convention, and I really wanted puffy tacos. After way overspending on the Riverwalk for awful food - we went to Henrys. I got chicken, wife (gluten free) had Picadillo, and my brother got fajitas. All 3 dinners were served fast, hot, well seasoned, delicious. And the home made lemonade was fabulous. I gotta say I LOVED Henrys. read more

Enjoy & prefer Henry's on Woodlawn rather than 410/Bandera. Woodlawn is run by the sister & the 2 brothers run 410/Bandrera location. Woodlawn is a bit off the tourist route much better for locals & has better prices for more value. Woodlawn is a much smaller building but same great quality food. Enjoyed their beef enchiladas. They include complimentary warm chips & 3 types of salsa. Before I've tried their beef, chicken & bean n cheese tacos. Their refried beans are wonderful. Today Mon 12/22/25 at 215pm stopped by & had their Original Enchurrito with carne guisada, refried beans in a large flour tortilla topped with enchilada sauce & melted cheese & was fabulous & huge portion. Lotta customers started coming in while I was eating. Their parking is a bit limited. They have a drive thru. I will be returning. Thank you Henry's Puffy daughter for serving great food. read more

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I've know of the concept of a "puffy taco" for many years. It has been on my "to try" list for quite some time. Well this past weekend we found ourselves in San Antonio, and made a puffy taco a priority. A Yelp search gave Henry's high marks. Wow, I was expecting a taco stand in a parking lot. It probably was at one time. Not now. It is a spacious, well it, and air conditioned dining environment. Perfect on this hot Texas day. Our server, Ayden, was great. We let him know we were new to the concept. His knowledge of the menu, and the lunch specials, was very helpful. Thuy spotted something we don't see often, a grilled chili relleno. So we're set, puffy tacos and a chili relleno. Very impressed with both. We would dine here again in an instant... But there are other puffy tacos joints to try. Bottom line: So little time, so many options. read more

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Always consistent great Mexican food and great service. The chips and salsa bar is amazing and the puffy tacos are out of this world. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Puffy taco plate - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Wow great service and clean environment. Staff very nice and helpful we heard this was the best place for puffy tacos. And they were right. Fast service and great tacos. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Henry's puffy tacos! - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This was my first time at this location! Never knew we had two in San Antonio. This location is a little different in the sense that it's self serve. You order you're food at the counter. I got puff tacos of course they were delicious! Then the drinks and chips are self serve as well! I like this concept because this allowed me to chose from all the varieties of salsa they have to offer. read more

Amazing food. They deliver via DoorDash. My driver was very friendly. I haven't been to this location in ages so I can't speak to the ambiance. This food is just as good at the Bandera location's food. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Cheese enchilada plate - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Food at this place is ok, however I waited in their drive thru line for about 30 mins, with just 2 cars in front of me (I would have just drove away but it's impossible in their line, it blocks you in). When I got to the order screen no one came on the intercom to take my order. I pull up to the window and tell them no one took my order yet, the dude apologizes and asked what I wanted, I literally just wanted 1 carne guasada w/ cheese taco, I tell him and he tells me "actually, just pull around back in line and put your order in there" I tell him I've been stuck in line for 30 mins for one taco and he says "I know but that's what's easiest" I tell him I'll just go to a different restaurant and he literally said "cool bye!" Probably won't be back cause what the hell was that? read more

Went to San Antonio looking for delicious puffy tacos and Carne Guisada tacos found them here (: tortillas were delicious too. read more

I've been wanting to try Henry's because we're on a search for puffy tacos and these have been recommended. The restaurant was clean and looked like your typical taqueria. We were immediately greeted and seated upon entering. It took a while for a server to come to our table but when he arrived he was friendly and attentive. The chips were crispy and fresh. Salsa was very mild and pretty average tasting. We ordered a queso and everyone at the table agreed it was pretty good. We got 2 orders of puffy tacos that included spicy beef fajita, spicy chicken fajita, and picadillo. Both plates came with rice and beans. The picadillo was lacking in flavor and was pretty bland. The spicy chicken was good but our favorite was the spicy beef fajita. The rice had a strong taste of cumin and was on the mushy side. The refried beans tasted better than the charro beans. Charro beans had a taste to them that I couldn't figure out but it wasn't something I wanted to continue eating. I was concerned about the shell falling apart as we ate them but all 4 were crispy and delicious and did not fall apart. We also had a burrito with steak fajita. It came with enchilada sauce and cheddar cheese. My son said it was good but he was only able to eat half because of how large it was. The items we ordered plus sodas came out to approximately $65 before tip. Overall I would say this was a pretty average experience for us as far as food goes. The service was good. I'd go back to try some other menu items because there are good reviews on here. read more

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Amazing service, even with bug parties everything comes out fast and well prepared. Their special tacos are what really set it apart. It's unique and tastes amazing. One of my favorites. The ambiance is cute, can be loud at times but the food makes up for it. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I like these tacos except not all of them are great. I found the picadillo to be very mediocre but the spicy chicken was really quite tasty. Also, their chips are awesome. I mean awesome. I could have just eaten their tortilla chips and salsa only. They're really that great. read more

If you are a San Antonio native who grew up eating puffy tacos, this is your place. They are authentic as authentic can be!!! The enchiladas are rolled with red tortillas, the San Antonio style. These puffy tacos bring back memories. Chips are self serve and warm. The food is cooked to order and hot. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - the menu - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Good tacos Great service Recommend this place if you're looking for something different. read more

It's on Texas Bucket List. The puffy taco was good. You order at the cashier and the food came fast. The chip and salsa bar was awesome! read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Puffy taco special - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Hello puffy tacos! Where have you been all my life?! No need to sugar coat it, Henry's is amazing! Everything from the beans to the tacos was simply brilliant! The service is friendly and the restaurant is clean and well taken care of. There is a reason the parking lot is full and the place is hopping! Stop in and get your fix, you wont leave hungry! read more

Puffy tacos were not on my radar prior to this visit to San Antonio. Imagine a corn tortilla, thrown into the fryer until it bubbles up, and then filled with picadillo meat or guisada meat. Was quite good, but not a destination to go out of the way for again. Would drive 15 minutes max for it. Cheese enchiladas were delicious and the salsa bar had some yummy flavors. Clean, well kept, order at the counter type of place. Unlimited supply of chips! read more

Puffy tacos are so good here!!!! One of the original places! Friendly staff! Waiter was very nice and answered our questions since it was our first time there. Prices weren't bad. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Puffy tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Why hadn't I visited this Henry's before? I thought it was a drive through for some reason & it looks smaller from the outside than it is. Order at the counter when you walk in. Ladies providing service were friendly. We saw a familiar face too & realized after chatting with her, it was Carmen, a server we'd had at the other location. She's a very good & kind server, who's been with them for 22 years!!! Awesome! Menu of all the faves on the wall. We all ended up getting the combo that had two cheese enchiladas & a puffy taco. Plate came with rice and beans. They give you cups to serve yourself from the drink fountain. There's also a chips and salsa station and you gather your napkins and silverware there as well. Food was out in about ten minutes. Hot and fresh. Enchiladas were delicious!! Just what's expected. I had a beef fajita puffy taco. It was good too. Rice and beans were classic and tasty. Great food, good service, cozy little familiar spot right off Bandera on Woodlawn. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Cheese Mexican Plate - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Great service and the tacos were amazing! I am from Phoenix and would definitely recommend this restaurant. I will be back!

Fun little restaurant in San Antonio that serves good puffy tacos. That is what I would go for again. Came here with a few buddies and wanted to try a few different types of tacos. They recommended the carne guisada and the carne asana, so I had to try them. Below are my reviews 1. Carne asana puffy taco - my favorite taco I tried. Definitely deep fried and not healthy, but I knew that going in. Nice and full taco with lots of added toppings and the flavor was great. 2. Carne guisada taco - I personally was not a fan of the flavor of this one 3 spicy chicken taco - the chicken had a lot of good flavor and did really enjoy it 4. Prickly pear margarita - had it on the rocks. Not bad at all Unfortunately, the thing I didn't understand and not really enjoyed is the fact that when you order just a taco, it literally only comes with the tortilla and the meat, nothing else... but when you get a puffy taco, you get everything inside. I don't understand why and it definitely made the tacos not as enjoyable... I actually took some of the toppings off my puffy taco and put it into my spicy chicken taco.. Would go back again and would recommend if you are looking for a chill spot to grab a meal. Again, would recommend going the puffy taco route. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Carne asada puffy taco and spicy chicken taco - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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The tacos are good and the staff is so nice but the only thing I do not like is that god dang line is so long but they are really good and the chips and cheese is awesome. read more

Eat the puffy taco!!!!!!! We weren't hungry at all but wanted to try this place before we left. We've never had puffy tacos and wanted to try . We decided to all go in and get one taco each. I've never had anything like this but I sure do wish I can find something like this when I get home, good god these tacos are good. The shell is a game changer. For someone that wasn't hungry I sure could have eaten more of these. The tacos come out quick and there are some salsas and chips that you grab near the drink station. There's a spicy and a mild salsa. Something for everyone :) read more

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My wife stopped by yesterday and picked up 2 cheese enchilada plates to go. The cheese was like a rubber band even after we reheated them and they cooked them with SOOOO much salt we barely picked on them and put them in the trash. They were terrible. I would advise everyone never to order cheese Enchilada plates to go. I don't know if they ran out of the regular cheese they used to serve or if it was the one they normally serve as we had never ordered Cheese Enchilada plates at Henry Puffy Tacos before. Be warned. read more

Great puffy tacos and enchiladas. Reminds me of my childhood. Have to have puffy tacos and enchiladas whenever I return to San Antonio. This place does not disappoint. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Look for the tall yellow sign - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I live by the Arturo's Puffy Tacos in La Habra, CA and was told when in San Antonio, try the Puffy Tacos here. The menu is pretty much the same here as it is in La Habra. So I had to get my guizada and my picadillo to compare. Unfortunately my order was incorrect and I ended up with 2 guizadas and no picadillo... bummer, but it was still delicious. Stephen had a trio of tacos. After comparing both Puffy Tacos, we came to the conclusion we liked Arturo's just a tad more, but both are excellent in their own rights. read more

Traveling from Seattle, definitely recommend Henry's if you've never had puffy tacos before. The free salsa and chips bar were a significant and delicious surprise... read more

Read another review about Rays and Henry's and the person said the Spicy Beef Fajita Puffy Taco was the way to go so I wanted to try it out since I'm in San Antonio for a conference. It definitely is the best of the ones I ate while here (Rosario's). Margarita was tasty and the chamoy tajin rim made is fantastic. The Puffy Tacos were the star of the whole experience. The shell is crunchy and a little chewy as well which is normal for this type of taco. The meat was seasoned really good and for Spicy, I would say it's more mild but the flavor is good. I added a couple to the salsas from the chip and salsa bar. Nothing was so spicy that I couldn't eat it so that was good. The service was top notch as well with getting the food and drink out pretty quickly and the workers taking your empty plates away. Friendly staff and when I'm back in San Antonio I know one place I will be stopping at next time. read more

Henrys Puffy Tacos - Two Spicy Beef Fajita Puffy Taco Plate with a Mango Margarita. - Tex-Mex Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Holy cow-- their chicken enchiladas verdes have been the best I've had in all of San Antonio. Charro beans & rice are SO good and the service.....the service was AMAZING! It was my first time eating there and it felt like I was home in a way. It has a very cozy feel and the staff treat you like they've known you all your life. Highly recommend coming here for dinner. Carmen, Dominic, and the front area staff were all so wonderful. Will absolutely come again! read more