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    Merida Restaurant

    3.4 (166 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    MERIDA RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Redfish has 2 generous portions along with Charo beans and rice
    Jeannie W.

    I've always had my bf pick up to go food from here so I'm not sure how the atmosphere is. He does report the staff is friendly. I've had their fajita platter, chicken soup and their red fish. I have to say I love everything I've tried from this restaurant. The fish was very saucy and flavorful., the fajitas were also very tasty and well marinated. The chicken soup is my favorite, and the fact that they pack it with such care to keep it hot and they even packed the soup separately from the veggies and chicken that go in it. I definitely recommend this place for authentic deliscious Mexican food.

    Torta with beef w/no sour cream
    Donnie L T.

    The atmosphere is pretty nice in the heart of the east end. The food was ok, the shrimp was on point but the beef was a bit tough and needed some more seasoning the meat on the torta also, but all in all the food was like I said ok and service was very good, so if your in the area give them a try.

    Torta
    Mariana Z.

    I came here to breakfast with my trio. The portions size was great, I even had half the torta to take home. It did taste like Tex Méx tho which I'm not very fond of. The service was slow but our server was very friendly. It looked Mexican , had the music to match but internally Tex Mex! If you like Tex mex this place is for you.

    Breakfast taco
    Smith Family O.

    Service was slow, ambiance was festive and food was very bland but plentiful. Everything lacked flavor even the salsas. We had a person in our party that is allergic to pork and we asked that they be careful that no pork or pork products be on her plate but twice they brought out bacon on her plate. They took the plate and just took off the bacon and returned the same plate that was contaminated with pork grease. Not a place I would return to.

    Lunch specials
    Paul C.

    Solid food and good service. Always ask for the spicy salsa. Their enchiladas are solid as is their carne guisada. Their queso flameado is outstanding but will clog your arteries.

    "Fajitas" so so chewy. :(

    Been coming here for years, but it's nearly impossible to ignore the decline in quality of the food. Had beef fajitas and they were so chewy, that I ate the great rice, beans and avocados. For $22, it is about $5 less than nearby restaurants, but since they're so chewy that you can't eat them....its frustrating. Server stopped by and did not even bother asking because it was obvious when everything but the fajitas if the fajita dinner was eaten, it's pretty obvious. Or they knew the meat was inedible. It's ashame because the workers are so great, but the food, not so much.

    Maria S.

    I was going to a play nearby and was craving Mexican food. Since I didn't have a cooler to put my leftovers, I ordered an enchilada from the children's menu. I asked him to have them put tomatillo sauce. They didnt. It was smothered with cheese and gravy. They don't have vegetarian beans so they served me two sides of rice. The salsa is good and not too spicy and the chips aren't greasy. At first there was a fly in my area. I might go back only if my friends have an outing there.

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    Gloria M.

    I'll call this place vintage. Atmosphere is cozy and familiar for those that grew up in the area. Drinks were good. Food, is a hybrid of Mexican authentic and Tex-Mex. My personal taste is Mexican authentic so I was not thrilled with my enchiladas made with flour tortillas. My friend got the caldo de rez and that was delicious. They offer breakfast all day. My daughter enjoyed her Mexican eggs, bacon, beans and flour tortillas. It's a traditional place to hang out but I think their food quality has room for improvement. If I go back, it'll be for the affordable drinks but I'll be more selective with what I order. To end on a positive note, the staff was very friendly and welcoming.

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    I love this place and so do george w bush snr and jnr! Best breakfast tacos...ever!!

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    11 years ago

    Excellent service, great food and great prices. I much rather eat here than at ninfas or el tiempo.

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    Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe - Queso + Beef

    Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe

    3.9(895 reviews)
    3.6 miThe Heights
    $$

    When they say "everything is bigger in Texas," they weren't kidding. The size of the margarita was…read morebigger than my hand. If you want leftovers, this is your place to go. It was my first time trying out Tex mex style. It was so busy on a Saturday evening. The chips that were given to each table was incredibly warm and the sauces paired so well. I ordered the el manarco which is this giant piece of steak that was well charred, included this avacado and seafood grit sauce, rice + soup + gauconole/salsa. They gave me 4 giant house made tortillas which was also fresh and warm. This meal can be finished by two people. Definitely come here on an empty stomach and the portions are absolutely massive.

    Guys, you know I dont post a review unless a dish is a straight 10/10…read more The breakfast I just had warrants a 10/10 review at the Airline blvd location. I just had the Machacado con Huevo breakfast dish here and it was so incredibly good-So good! it was one of the best breakfasts Ive ever had. seriously.I will definitely be back for this breakfast. I recommend getting it with red and green sauce on the side and a side of tortillas ro make your own tacos with the eggs, salsa and refried beans. just wow! And that tamale needs its own menu. That tamale was amazing. I would get several orders of that soft white tamale by itself to go. And the service was a 10/10. They kept refilling my red and green sauce and kept checking up on me throughout. Ambience was great as always. Its a life changing dish. Thanks Teotihuacan for the great breakfast and great service! Yall deserve a well-earned review!

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    Maximo - Tostada

    Maximo

    4.6(173 reviews)
    6.1 miWest 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!

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    4.0(674 reviews)
    5.4 miThe Heights
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    Dona Leti's is truly one of Houston's absolute gems, and it will ALWAYS be my go-to! From the owner…read moreto every single member of the staff, the hospitality is unmatched. You are not simply served here--you are welcomed, appreciated, and treated like family. Three weeks ago, I was actually headed here wanting to celebrate, but life changed in an instant with the passing of my dad. Today, I finally made it back, and what a beautiful full-circle moment it was. One of the greatest gifts was being able to see Julio, the owner, celebrating his own special day. That made the experience even more meaningful. The food is consistently AMAZING, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service goes above and beyond every single time. You can feel the love, pride, and genuine care that has been poured into this establishment. I love EVERYTHING about Dona Leti's--the food, the people, the energy, the hospitality, and the way they make every visit feel special. Five stars simply aren't enough. If you're looking for incredible food and an experience that feels like home, Dona Leti's is the place. Forever a customer and forever recommending this Houston favorite!

    I had an extremely disappointing experience here yesterday--unfortunately, we never even made it to…read moredinner. The experience started poorly with the valet attendants, whom we found to be rude, dismissive, and very unprofessional. It was such an unpleasant first impression that my wife and I mentioned it to the hostess when we went inside. Unfortunately, things did not improve. The hostess seemed completely unconcerned about our experience and simply informed us that the wait for a table was approximately two hours. While deciding whether our party should wait or go elsewhere, I went to the bar to order a drink. After ordering, the bartender told me that if I was only having a drink, I needed to move. Apparently, sitting at the bar required ordering a meal. At that point, we had experienced enough. Between the unpleasant valet experience, the indifferent response at the hostess stand, the two-hour wait, and then being told I couldn't sit at the bar simply to have a drink while we decided what to do, the overall message was clear: we did not feel welcome here. My wife, the rest of our party, and I decided to leave and have dinner elsewhere. A busy restaurant is understandable. A long wait is understandable. What is much harder to understand is making prospective customers feel unwelcome at nearly every point of contact. Needless to say, this was an exceptionally disappointing experience, and we will not be returning.

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    Dona Leti's - Passion fruit margarita with a shot of Grand Marnier.

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    Candente - Museum District - Beans and rice

    Candente - Museum District

    4.1(641 reviews)
    3.4 miMuseum District, Montrose
    $$

    What better way to kick off a Texas trip than getting some highly-regarded tex-mex! Some coworkers…read morerecommended this spot to me so I had to try! It's in the Museum District/Montrose area, so pretty accessible and with plenty of parking. We got seated immediately, and there was a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating, the latter of which was great even on a humid day. The menu was pretty extensive with your Tex-Mex classics like fajitas and enchiladas, with a special for every day of the week. This time was a free upgrade to a large fajita, so I went with the chicken fajitas! It came out after about 20 minutes with all of the fixings and this very yummy buttery sauce. I haven't had too many fajitas, but I'm pretty confident this is a top spot!

    Ambiance: The restaurant is huge and there is tons of seating. The service was also decent. There…read moreis a wide selection of food on the menu as well. Queso: The queso was pretty good! I saw the social media videos of them using real blocked cheese. It was good if you like white cheese queso. There was some tomatoes in there and you can add any meat. The chips were also good they weren't too greasy. Chicken/beef fajitas: This is such a classic dish! The onions on there were really good and had a slight smoky flavor. The beef was good as well and it was cooked to like a medium rare. The chicken was okay it lacked depth.

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