Sierra Madre

Absolutely amazing experience at Carmelita's Kitchen + Tequila! Everything we ordered was delicious…read morefrom start to finish. All of the appetizers were excellent, fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The Shrimp Taquitos were definitely a standout--crispy and packed with flavor, and the combination of cream cheese, basil, green salsa, pico, and queso fresco was perfect. For the main course, the Steak & Shrimp Diablo was incredible. The skirt steak and grilled shrimp paired perfectly with the spicy Diablo sauce, jack cheese, guacamole, onions, and jalapeños. Great portions and tons of flavor. And you absolutely have to try the spicy margaritas! They were one of the highlights of the night--refreshing, flavorful, and had just the right amount of heat without overpowering the drink. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, and an overall excellent experience. We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Carmelita's Kitchen + Tequila!

I made a reservation and still had to wait 40 min to be seated for a table of two. The place is…read morereally really small so keep that in mind. I did not enjoy the food... it was more tex mex but not really on the mexican side if that makes sense. The rice was white rice and not mexican rice. Strong margaritas for sure. I ordered the mango chamoy, but it came out water rather than frozen.

Mimosa Flights for Brunch!

Quesabirra

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Margarita Flight with Mango, Watermelon & Raspberry

Galiana’s Tex Mex & Agave Bar

3.9(420 reviews)

4.4 mi

Shout out to the kitchen for accepting our table of 16 before they were closing. (We called…read morebeforehand to verify their hours, and they warmly welcomed us, FYI.) Fajitas and parrilladas, molcajetes, enchies, ceviches, caldos... they serve an array of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. Staff is always friendly and energetic--it's def a neighborhood restaurant! And they have a drive thru. I believe they do tequila tastings/tequila dinners. I've only had a few margaritas there, and unfortch haven't really liked 'em (a lil too sweet, even the skinny marg). Though, my fam loves their margs.

Highly recommended! I visit with my friends and they have…read morevery polite workers and best tast

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Tavo's Mexican Grill

4.5(65 reviews)

9.5 mi

We enjoyed our time here. The server was attentive and quick. We started with the queso blanco and…read morewhile basic was very tasty. Their green salsa was okay but the red salsa and smoky and flavorful. They had a lot of options and we went with the Ay Ay Ay fajitas. They had good flavor but I wish the meat itself had more flavor. Not just relying on the sauce and extras for flavor. However major bonus points that they gave black refried beans. Overall we would try them again but kind of hope the next time is more satisfying.

Home-cooked flavor! Quick and friendly service by all service members. Yareli was friendly and…read morerespectful. I loved how she approached me as opposed to my husband. Too many times the ladies tend to him and not me... she knew what was appropriate . This was a first for us! Small restaurant but didn't feel crowded, had a bar, seating was comfortable and place was clean. We loved our ceviche, cheese birria tacos and street fajita tacos mixed with chorizo on home made tortillas. They were loaded with meat! We took the dessert home (tres leches of course). Even the water tasted good! I had the watermelon margarita and it was made with real watermelon juice (no syrup) which I prefer because I don't like extra sweet drinks.

Inside dining

Quail and Ribs. So good

Tavo's Mexican Grill - Street Tacos- fajita and chorizo blend with charro beans, rice, pico, avocado slices and green salsa (not spicy). Great flavor! $17.99

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Street Tacos- fajita and chorizo blend with charro beans, rice, pico, avocado slices and green salsa (not spicy). Great flavor! $17.99

La Viva Cocina & Cantina

4.0(288 reviews)

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I had the beef fajitas. Delicious Been here several times. Always spot on. Service was excellent…read more Wife had some of her food overcooked. Manager came out and addressed the issue immediately. Brought the corrected cook back himself and made sure it was right. Place has very energetic atmosphere. Little noisy but well organized worth it.

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.

The bar area

Complimentary chips and Red Salsa

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Watermelon Cucumber Margarita with Tajín

Ambriza

4.1(729 reviews)

6.6 mi

It is a place with excellent service, followed by delicious food and drinks…read more El mejor lugar para compartir y vivir la mejor experiencia.!

This is one of my families favorite restaurants. We've been here time and again and will continue…read moreto return. This spot is always busy and the service is always good. Food flavor and quality is always consistent. Restaurant is always clean, bar area and restaurant is spacious as well as patio area is covered and has fans. You can't get on the wait list ahead of time you have to be in person. Happy hour has such good deals on food and it's a great way to try new dishes Happy hour is Monday all day Tuesday 2-7pm Sunday 7pm - close

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Excellent view on patio!

Luchador Micheladas & Botanas

4.8(215 reviews)

8.3 mi

Locally owned & operated

Happy hour specials

Viktor is great! The entire staff is wonderful and the food is amazing! You're missing out if you…read moredon't eat at Luchador, it's authentic food at its best. Rosita (Ro)

Everything we ordered was fantastic! The watermelon margarita was incredibly refreshing with the…read moreperfect balance of sweet and tart--definitely one of the best I've had. The bacon-wrapped stuffed jalapeños were the perfect appetizer: smoky, crispy, cheesy, and just the right amount of heat. The guacamole was fresh, creamy, and packed with flavor, tasting like it was made from scratch. Every bite and sip was delicious, and the quality of the food really stood out. If you're looking for great drinks and flavorful appetizers, I highly recommend ordering all three. I'll definitely be back to enjoy them again!

Houston Chronicle finalist in 5 Categories. Best Taco Best New restaurant Best Authentic Mexican Restaurant

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Tostadas and a combination of tacos

Gringo's Mexican Kitchen

3.5(646 reviews)

6.1 mi

Our waiter jonathan, was very funny and outgoing while serving me and my little brother today at…read moregringos.

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.

Toooooo go!

Beef taco dinner

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Juanita’s Mexican Kitchen

3.9(112 reviews)

8.3 mi

Highly recommend the raspberry margaritas, the tartness from the raspberry blended beautifully with…read morethe agave from the tequila. Also loved the cheese enchiladas. Service was fast and friendly.

It was our first time at Juanita's. I am a bit more…read morediscerning about Tex Mex/Mexican restaurants because we do have a lot to choose from. The best thing about Juanita's was the service. We visited early on a Friday and were seated immediately. Our waitress was friendly and stayed on top of things but was not intrusive. Our dinner arrived fast too. My husband and I shared beef fajitas, which were good-not as flavorful as we like, but good. Our drinks were also great and the bill arrived quickly. I think we were in and out in 40 minutes-it seemed fast but there was already a wait on Friday evening when we were leaving so it was good to clear the table. All in all a good visit!

Wall decor in bar

Brunch dish

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Trio Fajitas, Chicken Poblano, Concha Grande, Chicken Fajita Tostada.

El Charro Mexican Restaurant - Cypress

4.1(53 reviews)

5.4 mi

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!

The food was great good service and clean restrooms. Welcoming and friendly quick service even tho…read morethey just opened. 11pm would recommend this location.

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Margarita was served like this. Not a full pour.

Ambriza

4.5(1.8k reviews)

3.3 mi

Family-owned & operated

Veteran-owned & operated

Get the pork belly bites and their cocktails are delicious…read more If you're here on a Sunday for brunch and have a sweet tooth the French toast is unforgettable. No other French toast will come close. Their homemade sauces make more tantalizing. If you like salty spicy, get the jojo sauce. I don't think it's on the menu And to finish, personally I like cocktails but their fresh filled churros are super fun. And can't beat the fresh factor! Brandon is an excellent attentive server. He knows the menu in and out. He'll steer you right. It's a neighborhood gem

Visited Ambriza for the first time and it honestly impressed me. The ambiance is really nice --…read morewarm, lively, and just a cool place to sit and enjoy a meal. Service was top‑notch, especially from Maritza, who took great care of us the entire time. Since it was our first visit, they surprised us with complimentary street corn, and it was fantastic. We ordered the veggie and the Pastel Azteca. Everything tasted fresh, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I didn't love the Pastel Azteca, but I've never had it before, so that's more about my taste than the dish itself. Overall, great service, great vibe, and really good food. I'd definitely come back.

Veggie enchiladas

TEQUILA Wall

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Street corn

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June J. G.

13 years ago

I really love eating at Sierra Madre , they have delicious street style mimi tacos , large helpings and they are delicious .. Your choice of toppings ! They have fresh hand made chips and many types of hot salsas which is an added bonus that really makes this place so good .. Like the owner said we have great food and so many salsas to choose from and in Mexico that's what it gets down too is the different salsas . They have a great salsa that is perfect and server warm to use with your chips or on your tacos .. I love it ! After reading the reviews I will have to try their breakfast tacos which are usually my favorite ... Fast Service is a bonus ! read more

Joel G.

9 years ago

Th only and authentic Mexican food in this area! I tasted tacos de Bistec, and is really delicious! u need to try, my mom tasted Th Arrachera Combo and is a lot of food, And I wanna give 10 stars to th drink, they've a delicious horchata, made by themselves. th place is really clean, the owners are very friendly, the only problem is that I'll be addicted to this place Lol Thanks, absolutely I'll come back! read more

Jenifer S.

10 years ago

When it's date night, there is only ONE place my husband and I like (no LOVE) to go... Sierra Madre!! Emilio and Flora are like family. They know my drink order, what I like to eat and they know both my husband and I by name. In the age of facebook and Pinterest, a little genuine courtesy is so nice!! read more

Jr. D.

6 years ago

Called in a taco order. Not only did they screw it up but argued with me when I called him on it. Food is half ass, he should be ashamed as a Mexican American to the serve terrible food as he does. Amateur... there are many great taco joints in Houston, stay away from this place. read more

Darwin V.

3 years ago

I'm not even dissapointed on how bad the food was. I am more dissapointed on how wrong these reviews were. The ones reviewing must like the taste of cardboard. read more

Marco G.

12 years ago

The Best dish here is the "Taco Tapado" lot of meat with fresh tortillas chess Onions , and if you pick the correct Salsa .... You will be in Mexico. read more

Allan B.

9 years ago

Awesome breakfast tacos . I've been reading great reviews for a while now and we finally eat here and it was great .

Dan J.

8 years ago

Hometown feel. Owner operator is great guy. Love the chicken burrito, loyal customer for life!

Flor R.

8 years ago

Love this place food is fresh , street tacos are delicious and salsas are home made every day.

Big E.

174

9 years ago

This place was very good. Barbacoa was the best Very nice people and it's Cooked to order

Francisco P.

8 years ago

Great chilaquiles for breakfast. Deliciosos. Great service and of course great price.

Lynna L.

13 years ago

Small family owned business. Food is pretty good but a little greasy.

Dorrene R.

14 years ago

The food was great! I could eat here every night of the week!

Janet H.

10 years ago

Amazing tacos, the ingredients are fresh and will made.

Oliver R.

11 years ago

Very Delicious tacos and they have a lot of salsas

Cody S.

13 years ago

authentic tacos in cypress!!!!!!!

Laura L.

14 years ago

You had me at the tortilla chips.

McKenna T.

285

11 years ago

Have the best breakfast tacos

Sierra Madre - mexican - Updated September 2026

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