We arrived on for Wednesday's fajita special and during happy hour. We had two beers and shared a…read morequeso. The queso was warm and thick. Our chips kept breaking off in the dip. Our beers after happy hour were $9 each. The fajita for two special appeared to apply only for beef and chicken together. There was a $10 add on if you order all beef. The fajita meat is cut super thick to make you think you're getting a lot but it was maybe 4 tacos. Pappasitos has a fajita special on Wednesday and it's much better than this food. La Viva is over hyped and over priced. It's also super crowded.

"My Homework Turned Into Date Night (with Myself)" 02-14-26…read more I came here on Valentine's Day to do a writing assignment my professor gave us, and I have to say, I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and the food all the same. When I walked in, the hostess offered to seat me in the private party area. I declined and told her, "I'm here for a writing assignment," and asked if I could sit somewhere with a clear view of the bar. She didn't hesitate. She told me to follow her and led me to a booth with a clean, perfect shot of the bar, front row without having to climb onto a stool. She handed me a menu and told me to enjoy my evening. The bar itself was shaped like an oblong oval ring with gold seats lined up like little lifeboats, almost like a ship's bridge. Above it, about ten flat screens hovered in an oval formation, suspended in the air. Upside-down margarita glasses and champagne flutes hung overhead like delicate chandeliers in an expensive mansion. The bar area was filled with couples and solo diners enjoying the screens, sipping margaritas and champagne, and crunching on complimentary chips and salsa. Customer service was fantastic. My server, Ale, was highly energetic, lively, knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. I felt very well taken care of during this dining experience, which was supposed to just be a writing assignment, but it turned into a rewarding little night out. The complimentary chips and salsa were also pretty good. The atmosphere was vibrating at a high-energy level. There was loud laughter and conversation all around, the sound of dishes clanging in the kitchen, servers moving back and forth, and bussers scanning the room for abandoned tables to clean. For my appetizer, I ordered the shrimp crab cake along with a Cucumber Melon Margarita on the rocks. Both were absolutely delicious. The crab cake was mouthwatering and delectable, and that margarita was refreshingly fruity and strong, so good I ordered a second one. For my entrée, I ordered the beef fajita plate for one with cilantro rice, charro beans, and corn tortillas. I also added a side of the La Viva Shrimp (bacon-wrapped). I don't eat pork often, so I peeled the bacon off, and even without it, the shrimp was exceptionally tantalizing, full of bold seafood flavor. My entire plate was the bee's knees. I can't even explain how good the food was. Food Ratings Shrimp Crab Cake: 5/5 La Viva Shrimp: 5/5 Beef Fajitas: 5/5 Cilantro Rice: 5/5 Charro Beans: 5/5 Overall, La Viva Cantina is an upbeat, lively spot serving delicious comida with great customer service and an inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend it for date night, or even a solo night at the bar. You won't be disappointed.

I needed trays of enchiladas for teacher appreciation week and I called around and got prices, not…read moreonly did they have the best prices but the manager was so friendly and accommodating! We decided to eat there and then pick up our order. The food was so delicious and well prepared.The queso flambeado was prepared table side. We ordered fajitas, and quesadillas. They were super generous with the meat. Fantastic place, will definitely be back!

After a long weekend at baseball & celebrating our Bridgeland Baseball tournament win, we decided…read morelast minute to head to Juanita's Mexican. I called around 9:00 knowing they closed at 10 and explained we were still 55 minutes away -- and coming with a group of 20+ people. Without hesitation, they told us, "Absolutely, come on!" We all trickled in with over 40 players and parents ready to eat, drink, & celebrate. The staff welcomed us with smiles, stayed attentive & patient the entire night, & never missed a beat -- even as we stayed open for just our group two hours past closing. This is truly a stand-up establishment that goes above & beyond for our community. Amazing service & great food! We're so grateful for a place like this to celebrate big moments together!

Solid first visit to Las Mañanitas, and would definitely give it another try next time I am in town…read morevisiting family. Didn't have to wait at all for a table, and plenty of parking in the lot out front. Service was very speedy, and the staff was very friendly with a couple of kiddos in tow. Parilla mixta was plenty to share for 3, so I'd recommend snagging that if you want to try a variety of skillet seared options. Favorites were the beef fajitas and the bacon wrapped shrimp! Thought the veggies (onions, bell pepper, etc.) could've used a few more minutes, but overall it was great. Always recommend frijoles charros, and this was no exception. Love the homemade tortillas de harina, spicy salsa, and World Cup games on Telemundo! Appreciated all the decor and themes around the walls.

Gumar is the owner and is such a wonderful man!! We've been coming here since our girls were little…read more(they are adults with kids of their own now) and we all still come and enjoy the food and salsa.. they have amazing green salsa too

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Quick lunch spot in the middle of no where. Glad that they're back. They were gone for a while.read more

They've been in Cypress for decades- and their food is super consistent, delicious, and good value…read more I really dig their combo meals- makes it easy to feed a family, and everyone gets a bit of all the things they want.

The atmosphere has a wonderful Spanish heritage, accompanied by beautiful artwork. The staff has…read morealways been incredibly friendly and attentive to their services. Their queso flameado with chorizo is, without a doubt, my favorite among all places I've tried. It's served sizzling, and the cheese is melted perfectly, not thick or cooling down too quickly. I also ordered the carne guisada; the beef was tender and juicy, the sauce was flavorful, and the rice was light and fluffy. We also tried the Texas Burrito, and let me tell you--everything is indeed bigger in Texas! I could barely finish it; it was fully stuffed and packed. The taco carbon was great, with the flour tortilla tasting homemade and the beef fajita perfectly seasoned. The chimichanga came out piping hot, topped with melted cheese, while still maintaining a crispy texture. I will definitely return. Their lunch special is an excellent value!

Julio's is the best Mexican restaurant around town! They…read moreprovide top notch service and make you feel at home! You should go and ask for Miguel to be your server! Tell him Roy sent you!

The service was very prompt. The street tacos were perfection. Best beef fajita meat at a…read moreMexican food restaurant I've had. Chips were great and salsa was not too hot!

Call me basic, but I love me some Gringo's Tex Mex. The flour tortillas dipped in queso? Yes…read moreplease. The bacon wrapped jalapeño and shrimp dipped in ... melted butter? Oh yeah. The fajitas? Good but even better when you order a side of roasted veggies. The kids love their play areas when waiting to get our table ready and of course, the free soft serve ice cream after a great meal is never a bad thing. Pro tip: add your name to the Yelp waitlist when you're on your way to the restaurant as they don't take reservations.

7.5/10 I tried…read moreGringo's Mexican Kitchen for the first time and ordered the chicken pastor quesadillas. The food was good, flavorful, and satisfying, but I would not say it stood out as amazing or the best Mexican food I have had. I would compare it to the Chili's of Mexican food. It gets the job done, it tastes good, but it is not super authentic or unforgettable. What really stood out was the service. It was truly extraordinary. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel welcoming. That level of service is honestly the main reason I would come back. Price wise, it felt a little high for what you get. I cannot say it was much better than something like Chipotle, even though it was about double the price. That said, the environment makes a difference. The restaurant has a fun, lively vibe, and it looks like they have great drinks and margaritas, even though I did not try any this time. Overall, I would recommend coming here for the atmosphere and excellent service. The food is solid and dependable, just not top tier Mexican cuisine. I would give it another try mainly because of how well we were treated.