Tampico Refresqueria

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My wife and I ordered 2 raspa ( wild cherry and sugar free strawberry), and 2 Frito pies with chili cheese. I can tell you everything was really good. I ordered my SF strawberry with crema (.50 add on) but totally worth it. The Frito pies were amazing with the chili cheese. What stood out was the beans in the chili . It sounds like a bit much but it was really good. Yes, they used name brand Fritos . So good.....What I think stood out was the stations set up for all the orders (shaved ice station, toppings, etc). They had plenty of people to handle the line! It was pretty warm outside but they did have some covered shade. Unpacked parking lot and no drive thru! FYI. This is pretty much my new spot. Check them out! read more

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If you don't know come here. CASH ONLY. The food gets your craving out the way! Service is quick and easy but depends when you go they may be a lot of people. Things are freshly made. Not many seating outside but worth the drive read more

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It's good. It's cheap. It's fast. I'm not asking for Michelin star service. It's a snack bar. read more

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Rex C.

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I've been coming here for a very long time. Probably since I was like eight or nine years old. Whenever I'm in the area I remember to stop by and give them a try. This place is been here for a very long time serving up the local neighborhood. Every time you pass by there's a long line but it moves fast. They do a really good job here. We have been coming here for many years and we continue to support them. Food: I've got a number of their treats here. I can't even count or tell you how many I've gotten but as of late we've tried some of their snowcones. Nachos, hot dogs, etc. I really cannot go wrong with any of their snowcones. Flavors and I really enjoy them. They have a very extensive menu from corn, to snow cold to nachos the sodas the popcorn, candy, you name it they have it. Service is fast and friendly and they do practice social distancing which is good. Parking is a little tight. But the line moves fast to the parking close. If you haven't been here I suggested giving it a try. I really like this please I am barely reviewing it. read more

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Was hoping to get a mangonada as this establishment came up on Yelp when searching, but they didn't have any. I ended up ordering a mango raspa with chamoy. Unfortunately, it didn't taste all that great and left me seeking my original request - a mangonada. read more

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Pilito S.

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They accept ALL FORMS OF PAYMENTS, always have . They have amazing staff and are not stingy with the ingredients. I always get the ELOTE and the NACHOS with chilli and cheese. 10/10 highly recommend. read more

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Ran across this spot on the way to buy dessert from a bakery and had to stop. I am a sucker for snow cones and wanted to give this a try. The ice isn't the smoothest ever, but it's good. The syrup could also be stronger. However - I think these snow cones are perfect for the price. I haven't found a snow cone this size, with this level of flavor, for under $2. My 4 star review is largely based on the price, because I do believe you get more than what you pay for here. read more

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We ordered the mangonada and fruit salad... not my favorite. The mangonada was extremely frozen and hard to eat. No mango chunks.. just a frozen icy with a bit of chamoy on top. The fruit salad was not ripe enough. All around.. not the best. Pretty disappointed because we came in HANGRY and still weren't impressed. So.. if there is a line, prepare to wait. read more

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Juan O.

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This place goes way back! Can't believe is still here after 20 years of not going. Highly recommend this place. The raspas have Amazing taste. They don't skip cheese with the Nacho's. read more

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Farrah A.

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Still lovin' Tampico. I'm gonna have to start coming here a good one-to-two times per week. I just realized that they have SHAVED ice - soft, fluffy, shaved ice. But they have more than just snocones (from artificial and natural flavors): *CHEETOS Pies. We've all heard of Frito Pies ... and Dorito Pies ... but Tampico took it one step further and offer Cheetos Pies. *I still love the liquados. I enjoyed a banana shake last week after a workout. Doubt it was low cal, but it was so damn good. Banana, cinnamon. Thick and cold. *Fruit cups are ginormous and topped with lime juice and Lucas (if that's your thing) And it's still dirt cheap. Bring the kids, your date or just yourself and spend just a few dollars a person on simple summer snacks. Nachos, hot dogs and churros included. read more

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Nic P.

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The elote is always my go to here and it's so good. The prices are fair and you get so much .

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Natasha S.

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Love this little snack stand. They have snow cones and typical Mexican snacks. I like that they're not stingy with the toppings- our nachos were well drenched with melted cheese. They have ample parking but I would assume it gets pretty packed when it's busy. There are only 4 picnic tables so some people eat in their car. Only con, I didn't see a bathroom. read more

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Christian B.

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Such a good spot for a hot Houston day. Grab something then get back in the A/C!

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Mike F.

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My favorite things at this place is the mango and the watermelon licuados (water not milk), the jicama, and the mangonadas. Cash only so bring cash! read more

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Casey C.

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Good customer service. The line went fast. &&&& it's so good!!! They have tables outside. Easy parking. Bring cash! read more

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Jonathan A.

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Amazing spot to cool off or if your craving any late night snacks! The raspa is my go to! The staff is super friendly, some speak limited English but they do their damn best to help you out! Try the elote in a cup! It's gooood! read more

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Helen N.

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Fruit cocktail 3/5 It was good, wish they had mangoes in it. Mangonado 4/5 It really liked it same as before wished there was chunks of mangoes Elote 5/5 It's the best thing in the world. Creamiest corn in a cup and good flavor. Trust me places have messed up on Elotes which is ridiculous. Overall will def come back for elotes and maybe the other ice drinks like tamarind read more

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Tracie J.

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This place was amazing I grew up on the southside of Houston and I wanted some really good Elotes. They made it perfectly for me. They also offer snowcones and many other treats but the corn is a must try. read more

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Mia W.

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Elotes and mangonada is very good here and reasonably priced. Long line but they're pretty quick to get your order out.

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Joe S.

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This is place awesome to be honest. Customer service was just great. To begin with my sister told me this place has been there since she was a little girl (she's 29) and that she loves it. So she brought me here since I came to visit her. And she was not wrong about this place it's amazing so many things to choose from. We got two Corns on a cob a smoothie and a raspa. They were all delicious and tasty. Furthermore I totally recommend anyone to come and try this place out totally worth your money. read more

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Victoria M.

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Been coming here for years, the best elote ever! Highly recommend getting it with extra cheese. Also, the mango smoothie is super yum!

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Marie H.

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This review is just for the snow cones. Guys stop calling this shaved ice. It is chunky carnival ice. It's fine for what it is but how people are calling these the best snow cones ever? I guess they have never had actual shaved ice and experienced the way it soaks up the syrup and melts on your tongue. read more

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Isaac V.

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Tan bien buenas las mangonadas! The mangonadas are on point. You won't regret it. Take it from a mexican. read more

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Patience D.

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Prices are higher than where I am used to going. The fresas con crema wasn't very good here and last time I got hot Cheetos with cheese and they were stale. The corn is usually always good but it's more expensive than other places. Overall decent drinks and snacks the prices are just high. Although being located in the heights is likely the cause for this. read more

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Vickie L.

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My boyfriend and I were craving something refreshing so we decided to drive the 15 min. We got there 30 min before the "closing" time (see photos -- screenshotted minutes after) and the lady turned us away and said they closed at 10:30. Not to mention that they turned away others too. Waste of time and gas read more

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Mel E.

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Yes it may look kinda sketchy, and you have to park in the dirt parking lot, and you may have to bust out with a little Spanish or point away, but if you're need of an elote or cool refresher fix and you're around the Heights, this little stand is it! The two things I love here are the elote (corn, mayo, cheese & chili powder) and the raspas (snow cone). But there are also other goodies but that's what I come to this place for. A great pit stop with friends and family. Make sure to bring cash! read more

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Jenn L.

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I brought my friend here for her fruit, chile, and chamoy craving and she fell in love! If you have a love for sour fruits, you'll love the chamoy and then the chile will add a spicy kick. You get a huge cup of fruits too!! They definitely don't skimp, but there is a lot more pineapples compared to the rest of the fruits. I think next time I'll try a snow cone since I have sweet tooth and also the cheeto pie with extra jalapenos. Yum. read more

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Crystal L.

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Yummy! Went here with Farrah A. and Vanessa R. the other day and it was delicious! There was this long line outside, which the girls told me is always there. Once we ordered I knew why though, they take their sweet ass time behind the counter. But I would rather they make my beverage with care and take their time then make it too fast! I got the mango agua fresca, which is basically mango flavored cold water. Loved it! I can't wait to go back to this place. Perfect for the hot summer day! The seating is all outdoors, but fortunately the auto mechanic shop across the street is jammin the tejano so you have some tunes to listen to. And the characters on the fence are great, take a look at my pics. The tamarindo dude is my favorite. read more

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Andrew C.

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Came here on a late Friday night for a big snack/small dinner and ordered a Corn in a Cup and a Frito Pie. I was NOT a fan of the corn; as someone who is new to authentic Mexican food, I had a difficult time handling its large amounts of mayonnaise and cheese, which did not sit well with my stomach nor my taste buds (maybe cause I'm used to eating corn fresh off the cob, or in my Chipotle bowl). The Frito Pie, on the other hand, was quite good. It's heavy in flavor with tons of queso, but not nearly as ratchety as the corn. The jalapenos were a nice touch as well. Given it's winter, I was a bit hesitant to try any of their colder snacks, which is apparently what they're well known for. For those who are less experienced with authentic Mexican food, I'd recommend treading softly with some of the food here, as they are quite heavier than expected. All in all, I'll be returning for the colder snacks once the weather warms up and update my review accordingly. read more

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Ashley D.

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Omg I live so far and I'll drive to Theo location when I'm craving some yummy jicama or their natural flavored raspas like their limón.

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Kaira R.

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Awesome snacks very polite and clean make sure you bring cash. Totally recommend also it's very delicious.

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Rubio R.

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This was the best snowball I've ever had! First off it was cheap and second it was delicious. When I tasted it it wasn't just like eating sugar with a hint of fruit flavor. My snowball actually tasted like tamarindo and it wasn't just sugar water. The sweetness level was just right, a little sweet and a little bit tart just like tamarindo is supposed to be. When my snowball melted a bit it was even better, it was just like I was drinking tamarindo juice. It was so good! I'm not sure about any of the other flavors but I'm sure they're delicious too. I'm looking forward to trying the licuados next time. read more

Tampico Refresqueria - Menu as of 3/17/16 - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Houston, Texas

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amir b.

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One word: Elotes. Just fyi, this corn ain't on the cob like I had expected. But that didn't affect the flavor much. No sir. Elotes here comes on a cup with all the necessity fixins: corn, mayo based sauce, chili powder and lime. I was missing the roasted flavor you get from the cob though. On a recommendation of a friend I also got the licuado. Do yourself a favor and get you some too. I can vouch for banana (platano) flavor. FYIs: bring cash, be prepared to order in Spanish. Google translate words well here. read more

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Evelin C.

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This place was horrible from the beginning. The lady was being RUDE as hell. When we would ask questions she wouldn't even know how to answer. (Is it can corn??) it was definitely can corn . It was drowning in mayo with no cheese or Chile. We gave it a try since most reviews hype up the corn but it was not even worth it. The raspas had no flavor, it was just ice. When we asked for more tamarindo, the lady closed the gate/window on us. The fresas con crema are nasty! The frito pie is the most decent thing we got. On top of that we saw a huge roach on the window and the lady just ignored us... Never coming back, both the service and food were bad. Idk how this place has 4 stars. read more

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Jose V.

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all the lady's that work there are so mean expect for the African American lady that speaks spanish the reason why they are so bad for their service is because they didn't serve a lady with 2 kids that came from far but the calendar says they close at 11 but they actually close at 10:30 and when the lady got there the sign that says closed wasn't flipped it still said open but they did not want to serve her and the poor lady was crying. I would not recommend coming to this place read more

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Ryleigh M.

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Absolutely amazing Elote in a cup also very well priced and super friendly, worth the drive for us! read more

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Nicole G.

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They've been around awhile, I've been coming here since I was a kid. They are super cheap and have huge variety of snack options. The pina colada snow cone with crema and nachos are my favorite! Only downfall is they are cash only and kind of rude read more

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Lisa B.

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Love Tampico. Be prepared to order in Spanish or Broken Spanish. I come here for the fruit cups and corn in a cup. I usually tell them to go light on the mayo or just skip it completely together. Also, it is pretty cheap for both items. Granted they aren't too hard to make but I know back in CC, they have increased the prices! Sad day! read more

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Brithany B.

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It's my first time coming here & I asked for a raspa natural de limón & it tasted like water. I was very disappointed I was expecting more from this place since it has a lot of customers. They used taste the flavors before selling it. Also, the blueberry raspa didnt taste good. read more

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4520 N Main St
Houston, TX 77009
The Heights
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(713) 880-3040
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Hours

What time does Tampico Refresqueria open?

Tampico Refresqueria opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Tampico Refresqueria close?

Tampico Refresqueria closes at 10:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM

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Does Tampico Refresqueria take credit cards?

No, Tampico Refresqueria does not take credit cards.

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Does Tampico Refresqueria have catering options?

No, Tampico Refresqueria does not have catering options.

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Does Tampico Refresqueria allow dogs?

Yes, Tampico Refresqueria allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Tampico Refresqueria have bike parking?

Yes, Tampico Refresqueria has bike parking.

Does Tampico Refresqueria have parking?

Yes, Tampico Refresqueria has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does Tampico Refresqueria have free WiFi?

No, Tampico Refresqueria does not have free WiFi.

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4.2(82 reviews)

2.3 mi•Downtown

Everyone was telling me how the ice cream was here and I didnt belive it. However, I am converted…read morenow. What an amazing, clean, creamy and pure taste to everything. The flavored waffle cones is what really make the difference when you pair well. The Green Tea cone ans Raspberry Tres Leche is to die for. Come here if you love ice cream. You won't regret it!

Would never recommend this place, lady here was so FREAKING rude! I said hi to her 3 times and got…read moreignored all 3 times. I then asked for a sample and asked her how she was doing, surprise! I got ignored again, threw my sample away in the garbage. Don't recommend this place at all! Gross!

3.6 mi•Montrose, Fourth Ward

Yummy Biscoff cookie butter!

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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream - Montrose

4.5(115 reviews)

Great service and delicious ice cream! My friend didn't care for this place but I thought it was…read moredelicious. There isn't any parking though. You'd have to park in the garage or valet.

Great flavor options + overall great ice cream!…read more I wanted to try all the flavors - they all sounded so good!! Delicious waffle cone & ice cream + friendly service.

6.7 mi•West University, Braeswood Place

Suite 157

Strawberry Cheesecake yuzu

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Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb

Flower & Cream

4.5(449 reviews)

My favorite ice cream shop, hands down. I've been coming here regularly for years, and it's always…read morea great experience. My go-to order is a half scoop of Nutella Banana and Biscoff Cookie Butter. I appreciate the little details, like the reusable tasting spoons, wooden spoons for your order, and the fun magnets. The staff is always friendly, professional, and helpful, and the shop is consistently clean. They even provide water for customers, which is a nice touch. Flower & Cream never disappoints!

Love the vegan flavors!!! Especially chocolate and mango vegan flavors. And I love the different…read morecone flavors as well.

3.1 mi•Fourth Ward, Midtown, Montrose

Left: Peanut Butter Cup and Choc Chip Cookie (both vegan) on cinnamon cone Right: Honey Roasted Strawberry and Biscoff Cookie Butter

Seating area

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Birthday cake but I took a bite already haha

Coco Crepes, Waffles & Coffee - Midtown

3.8(795 reviews)

One of my go-tos at the boardwalk. Their crepes are yummy but I think the waffles are really the…read morehighlight of their menu. It can be a bit pricy but it's worth it for the quality. Servers are always pretty sweet and it's never been super crowded when I went. I recommend

Service was nice and fast. Restaurant was clean and great hang out spot. Very tasty crepes.read more

Seating area near the counter

Strawberry Nutella crepe

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Midtown come to life

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Dani M.

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3

34

8 years ago

We were skeptical about location but were glad we went because it was delicious and prices were right!! We ordered a little of everything Elotes, Raspas, Nachos, Churros and Fruit Cocktail but the kids started eating so fast before I could snapped a pic. Great overall quality and service!!!! read more

Tonia O.

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30

0

3 years ago

Been enjoying raspas here for years. last 2 times the syrup was so watered down there was barely any flavor. my daughters gave them a third try, and just the same. sad to not have a raspas place anymore, read more

Tori T.

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4

0

3 years ago

my go to spot, been coming here for years. love their prices, staff, and flavors offered.

Jasmin G.

48

17

3

4 years ago

Love the snacks you can get here just not enough seating other than that good pricing

Slick V.

15

437

106

14 years ago

Licuados, fruit cups, elotes! What else can you ask for?!

Jeeb Gulistani H.

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119

0

13 years ago

Awesome price great taste.

Dominique S.

104

35

28

11 years ago

the best in Houston!

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