Mandito&#x27;s Tex-Mex

The waiter was very nice, but that's about the only positive thing I can say…read more The fajita nachos were disappointing. The meat was dry and tasted old, the cheese tasted like processed Velveeta, and the beans seemed like they came straight from a can. Nothing tasted fresh or flavorful. The margaritas were extremely watered down and lacked any real taste. Overall, the food was bland, tasted low quality, and wasn't worth the price.

the waiter was nice and attentive but it was a little awkward being the only one there for lunch…read more the chips were all broken, maybe three or four whole ones. I had a combo 1 which was a ground beef taco, ground beef enchilada, bean chalupa. everything tasted the same, very bland. I go to the HEB on the corner at least once or twice a week so I have seen this place for years and finally decided to stop in. I would say skip this place.

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El Rancherito

4.4(138 reviews)

0.6 mi•Gulfton

staff are always so friendly to me when i'm there granted i'm there minimum once a week cannot…read morerecommend enough food is always good and hits the spot

The parking lot for the restaurant is very tiny. When we went we had to park on the side of the…read moreroad since it was very busy and full of people. The food is great! The tacos are a good size and not expensive. The lengua and barbacoa was very soft and fell apart easily. The tripa was fried and super crunchy and I enjoyed it a lot. I also really enjoyed the chips and salsa! The sauces were a bit spicy but they were so good and paired super well with the tacos. I would have loved to eat more if I was more hungry or didn't have big dinner plans later.

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Steak, eggs & bacon (à la carte)

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Tacos La Bala

4.2(456 reviews)

1.0 mi•Gulfton

I've visited several of their locations, and this one is definitely the best in my opinion. I've…read morenoticed the quality of the tacos can be a bit inconsistent between locations, but this spot consistently delivers, which is why I keep coming back. My go-to order here is the fajita tacos with their green sauce. I like to load mine up with the sauce to give them a nice spicy kick. The service at this location is always quick and efficient, which makes the experience even better.

a great hole in the wall place with friendly service for authentic and cheap tacos. we looove how…read morespicy their salsa is. however, both the meat and the tortillas in the chicken and beef fajita tacos were pretty dry and underwhelmingly bland. generous portions of meat though!

Kid's Quesadilla

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Maximo

4.6(174 reviews)

2.2 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.

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila

3.7(353 reviews)

1.2 mi•Meyerland

Great service and food was excellent .Berenice was great! Would highly recommend. Ambiance was…read moregood.

Great convenient location right off the freeway. Lots of seating even a back room for a private…read moreparty. Nice staff Israel was exceptional very attentive and personable. Enjoyed the new raspberry margarita and fajitas

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Frozen and on the rocks margaritas

El Tiempo Cantina

3.8(967 reviews)

3.2 mi•Upper Kirby

Fajitas: 4.3/5. Amazing beef fajitas. Incredibly juicy and…read moretender. Service: 3.5/5. Nice attentive wait staff.

The whole experience of a fun lunch was ruined by this guy. Sitting at the bar he had speaker on…read morehis phone loud talking to someone. My husband asked him to turn it down and he told my husband "f*ck you. Told the managers and they did nothing. Manager Jose went and talked to the other guy in Spanish but never came up to us or asked our side. After going there for almost monthly for 18 years, we probably will never go back. Only complaint we ever made in 18 years and we were ignored. Feels very racist.

3.2 mi•Upper Kirby, West University

Chicken Fajita Enchiladas Ground Beef Enchiladas

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Mango margaritas

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.

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Little Pappasitos Cantina

3.8(789 reviews)

3.6 mi•Upper Kirby

I've been coming to this location for years! I'm surprised I'm barely doing the review…read more Food: great food. You cannot beat the deal on wed. Fajitas for two with queso for 50.00. I think it's the best deal for fajitas in houston. Excellent flavor and made to perfection. The customer service is great. I'll definitely keep coming here for many years to come.

Talk about the best Mexican food in Houston!! If you're wanting Pappasito's this is the location to…read moreeat at!! Ava truly is a breath of fresh air and needs to be recognized for her professionalism and kindness!! We'll be back for Ava! -Mother & daughter duo from NOLA

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Los Tios Meyerland

3.5(307 reviews)

1.1 mi•Meyerland

I had a great lunch experience at Los Tios! They have a really good selection of lunch menu…read moreoptions, which made it easy to find something without feeling overwhelmed. The food came out fresh, hot, and flavorful, and the portions were perfect for lunch. The drinks were good and paired nicely with the meal. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. Overall, Los Tios is a solid lunch spot with plenty of options to choose from. I'd definitely come back and try something different from the lunch menu next time!

A Houston treasure for classic Houston style Tex-Mex. At one time the Houston style of puffy and…read morecrispy queso "balloons" and tacos was most common. Places closed, lamentably Loma Linda, resulting in only three places that still do the classic Houston style. This historically significant restaurant is a "must" for any aficionado of classic Tex-Mex. For those who don't know me, I had the pleasure of researching and recipe testing for The Tex-Mex Cookbook by Robb Walsh. I maintain a collection of vintage Tex-Mex at Tex-Mex Vintage and Retro Menus and Memorabilia (f**eb**k) that included early menus from Los Tios. Several years ago I wrote this Houston Press review. A Tale of Two Taco Plates Avatar photo HOUSTON PRESS OCTOBER 12, 2008 I recently entertained an out-of-town food writer who had been contracted to write on Tex-Mex in San Antonio and Houston. Although he was very personable and fun to hang out with, I knew of his notoriety of writing really negative reviews about things that others held dear. When we met up he had already sampled Irma's spinach enchiladas, which he liked. I took him to a favorite place for enchiladas, and he wasn't impressed. Over the next day or so he hit 5 different places, none of which he liked, all of which I do. Our last meal was at the original Ninfa's on Navigation for some excellent fajitas and a flan that was so delicious, I had to seek out the recipe on the Web and make it two days later. I really didn't want to be an apologist for Houston Tex-Mex. But his disenchantment got me to thinking how much my appreciation of Houston Tex-Mex is equal parts food, history and restaurant ambiance. And being a non-native, this didn't have much cachet with him (different cultural map I guess). That night at Ninfa's I decided to direct him to check out two upscale Tex-Mex places, places that I know of but never go to, Armando's and Escalante's. Well, he never made it to them so we'll never know. Time to try Escalante's for myself then. I thought it might be fun to compare the crispy tacos at Escalante's and Los Tios, which are basically across the street from each other on Beechnut at Meyerland. Escalante's Taco Plate Escalante's gets a big thumbs-up for atmosphere, friendly service and food presentation. It's a well illuminated (from the ambient light and the interior lighting) restaurant with attractive paintings and memorabilia everywhere. The kind of place one might take an out-of-town food writer. The tacos come in their own cute little stand and the rice and beans are tasty enough. The tacos themselves have a thin shell and are reminiscent of a Taco Bell taco or those grocery store El Paso shells. On the plus side, the taco meat is not overly salty. On the minus side, it's pretty bland and I had to touch them up with some black pepper and hot sauce. With tax and tip my meal came in at $12.50. A similar order of three tacos with rice and beans would be under $5.00 at Taco Bell. Los Tios Taco Plate Los Tios has its own charm. It's a little dark and the interior is very woody. The waitstaff is great there too. Los Tios is one of only two places left in Houston that still make the crispy style tacos that I remember from my youth. To the best of my knowledge they're unique to Houston (please correct me if you've seen them anywhere else) and if I had my way, every Houston restaurant would make these. The trick to making these is that you have to use freshly ground yellow corn masa for your tortilla. When it goes into the hot oil, there's enough moisture to allow for the tortilla to separate and puff up. The taco meat was perfectly seasoned. I ordered two but could have easily downed a dozen of the wonderful little crunch machines. With tax and tip my meal came in under $7.00 for two tacos. I'll be the first to agree that it's not altogether fair to judge Escalante's solely on its tacos. And I would gladly eat there again. But let's face it, Los Tios kicks ass -- Jay Francis

2.7 mi•South Main, Meyerland

Cute interior

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Don Pepe

4.7(270 reviews)

Ever since Don Pepe moved to Stella Link Rd, It feels like a completely different experience than…read moreits former digs. (#1) The good news is that the venue is updated, it's far more spacious with outdoor seating, service is prompt and courteous, and more importantly, the food is still excellent. In the space that was the ultra divey, former burger spot (Lee's Burger & Mo), they've transformed the space brilliantly. There was a pathway at one point for a drive-thru, but I don't think this was retained. Instead there's more parking space, which in a place like Houston is already a luxury in itself. In the past they were known primarily for their tamales, breakfast tacos, and enchiladas, but the menu has since expanded to include more platter-based items such as carne asada and grilled fish. Naturally the prices have also increased, but has remained fairly affordable and the accept credit cards. Ordering in Spanish is always preferred, but much of the staff also speaks English. I still dream of their breakfast plates and despite the change I've still never seen it so busy that I couldn't find a place to sit. This still remains one of the most slept on places in this part of town. __________ (#1) Should probably be under a different Yelp listing as well.

This was our first time to eat here. We've driven by since it opened but never had time to stop…read more My SO and I came for Sunday lunch/brunch and both had the migas. The food was terrific!! I can't say enough good things! Everything on the plate was delicious, and the homemade tortillas put it over the top. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is because the dining area was a bit dirty. Some of the tables needed to be wiped down, and the floor needed a good mopping.

Inside (at previous location)

Breakfast Taco - Eggs, Potato, Cheese ($3.95)

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Grady B.

3 years ago

They are making some changes and I am really impressed. The food was the star of the show and I'm grateful for a Mexican place in our neighborhood that isn't a dump. Service was friendly but not overly attentive, which I like and the vibe was just fun! Best margarita I have found and the desserts are beyond. read more

Tex M.

247

3 years ago

Great new location just opened, and it was worth the wait! I had the Lulu combo and it was a bunch of food! Ask for onions on the Enchilada!! read more

Matt J.

3 years ago

Chic interior, great food and fresh crafted cocktails. The best margaritas in town by far!

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