The old phrase "don't judge a book by its cover " fits Saldivia's…read more From the outside, it looks like a little mom n pop place. But from the inside.... I picked up a customer of mine and he said let's go to a small South American place just down the street. From the outside, didn't look like much. From the inside, much bigger and certainly a South American flair. World Cup is going on so all the TVs had that on. Tons of wines sitting out , mostly Malbecs, my fav. Just a great vibe. But on to the main course. We both had the steak picanha. Med Rare. On my. Good Lord. This was awesome. I generally don't eat steaks out as they are overpriced and not cooked to my liking. The chef did an awesome job. Med Rare - spot on. Perfecto. I've been to Argentina many times in business and eaten many great steaks, this can be included in that. I know, I know...people swear by Pappa's Steak or Taste of Texas, but this small, unassuming place tops them all. And a fantastic SA wine list. Please give them a try. Will not be disappointed.

Came here for lunch and got their Monday lunch menu special. While waiting for my soup, I was…read moreserved half of a warm baguette. Yummy! The lunch menu came with a choice of either soup or salad, which I got the lentil soup. The soup was thick and hearty. It was very good. My steak was cooked perfectly and well-seasoned. The sides were well-seasoned too. The size of the steak, to me, was sufficient and considered big for a lunch menu. I had a triple chocolate tres leches after my steak. It was the perfect ending. I received warm and excellent service throughout my lunch. The restaurant is big and suitable for all party sizes. There is plenty of free parking in front of the restaurant, so that is a plus point.

Empanadas were great, very unique flavors! Atmosphere was chill, place is very clean. Will for sure…read morecome back!

Found this place randomly and at 1st we were very skeptical bcoz we were only 2 of us in the…read morerestaurant. The food turn out to be great and the service was very nice too. Glad we found it.

One of my Cuban heritage colleagues recommended this place, and it did not disappoint. Off an…read moreunassuming strip mall on Highway 6, this place has great menu variety and value for the price. For starters, I appreciated the complimentary Cuban bread (which they graciously gave us another serving of)! I had the Bistec de Palomilla, the traditional skirt steak, with a generous serving of black rice and beans and yummy plantains which were a sweet treat to end the meal with. My partner had the ropa vieja, the sauteed shredded beef with onions and peppers, along with some garlic yucca. Overall, I recommend this place to Cuban food seekers in the area. With a great price point, traditional menu, and fantastic service, this place can't be beat.

In the mood for some Cuban food while driving through the area, we stumbled upon Rincón Criollo…read morelocated in the Barker's Oak Plaza, south of Addicks. This family-style restaurant instantly takes you back to Miami or even Cuba. We were greeted with a smile, invited to sit wherever we liked, and attended to right away. Our food arrived in less than 15 minutes and was very tasty. Overall, it was a great experience and a spot we'd happily return to.

Growing up in Houston, I would always see Marini's whenever my family and I drove by the old…read morelocation. As I got older, I would pass by it myself and always wanted to stop in...but life kept being life and I just never seemed to have the free time. I was finally able to stop by yesterday! I absolutely loved how the decor starts from the outside...it immediately draws you into the experience. The inside is vibrant, full of life and just feels welcoming. I was warmly greeted as I walked in. I headed toward the register and on my left I saw something that immediately caught my eye: Alfajores. Now, Alfajores are these wonderful sandwich cookies that are especially popular in Argentina and Uruguay. They're unique because they're traditionally made with cornstarch rather than just flour, giving them that wonderfully tender texture. They're filled with dulce de leche and often coated in shredded coconut. Some are even perfumed with lemon zest, depending on the region. I knew immediately that I'd be getting some. I ordered the Gaucho and the Chicken Diablo. The service was cordial and sweet: big smiles and a genuinely warm demeanor. The young lady told me my order would be ready shortly. She gave me an exact number of minutes, but I honestly forgot how many she said! I then turned around and, lo and behold, it all clicked. It was called "Marini's" because of the owners. To my surprise, there was a painting of a face I recognized. Years ago, my family and I attended a church called Centro Familiar Cristiano. Marcelo Marini! He has the kind of face you don't forget--very recognizable and distinctive. I thought it was lovely to discover that he was one of the owners. I only wish I had known years ago that this was his family's business. I absolutely loved how the restaurant is decorated. The writing that guests have left on the walls gives the place so much heart and personality. I've never been to Argentina, but Marini's gives me the impression of being a little getaway...a small glimpse of what it might feel like to experience Argentine culture. The young lady who took my order brought everything out with another smile. The Gaucho was fabulous. It was well seasoned and I loved the added detail of the olives. The chicken was shredded, tender and well seasoned too. The crust was crispy without being greasy. I also really enjoyed the chimichurri and the red sauce, which had a pleasant little kick of heat. And the Alfajores were spot on: tender cookies, rich dulce de leche filling and that coating of coconut that gives them such a wonderful finishing touch. I really enjoyed my visit to Marini's. Next time, I need to eat inside so I can fully enjoy the atmosphere while I eat-maybe with a glass of Malbec.

This place has been on my radar for a long time and finally stopped today. That was best decision I…read moremade all day. The place was tucked off in plaza I had to get up in there and was so pleasantly surprised. So cozy and cute. They have a great selection of empanadas and all the ones I had were sooooooo good. The spinach was a little juicier than I anticipated but everything was made so fresh. The Tia Maria and eggplant were my favorites and the sauces were a great addition in flavor. The dessert empanada sweet potatoes was top tier. The filling was just sweet enough, definitely want to taste the others, especially since they make their own fruit fillings. I can see how they've been around for so long. New customer alert !

Great grab and go Mexican food spot for customers or businesses in the lobby. Must try their carne…read moreasada quesadilla with habanero sauce. Owner is fast and courteous. They take cash, credit card, and Apple Pay. Solid assortment of warm made in front of you food, chips, desserts, and drinks. Ambiance is quiet for the business center.

I've never had less attention paid to by staff. The staff speaks no English, they are rude and…read moreunappreciated is how i felt while here. The only thing I got from the lady was a cup of water and the ice in that was melted. The place looks nice, the music was cool. But man this was not it. I was ready to try some fish and my server paid no attention to us. We were the only ones in the place. She just stood at the bar talking to staff. I give zero stars to this place.

The menu is very limited and the prices are outrageous starting at $30.00 per entrée. The food was…read morevery bland. We ordered the Patachon, Empanadas de carne and the Papa criolla. The Tostones in the Patachon were good and crispy and the Salchicha served on top was okay but it was drenched in Parmeasean cheese. The Empanadas de carne were really Empanadas de papa. The meat was no where to be found. The papa de Criolla were crispy on the outside and soft in the middle which was good, however, they were not seasoned. The papa's were so bland with it the sauce it was served with. The staff brought the food to the table without plates to serve ourselves.

Things are on the up and up for B AM Cocina, which quietly opened up here at the Galleria, which is…read moretheir first location inside the inner loop. Similarly to their popular Stafford location, the vibes are on point, the staff is warm and inviting, and the the food is stellar. The IG friendly interior is spacious for all group sizes with a small table outside. Parking is a bit of a challenge given the small lot, but there is a decent amount of street parking all around. Orders are placed at the counter and food is brought directly to the table. I ordered a number of dishes, including their birriadilla, classic American breakfast, a number of breakfast tacos, with churros and agua frescas (strawberry and lime cucumber). Everything was excellent, from the service to the food, and even the table side salsas. Run, don't walk. They do Mexican breakfast right and it's only a matter of time before this place become is so popular that waits will become an eventuality. Prices are standard, credit cards are accepted.

I'm loving eating at B.AM Cocina. They are such a great addition to my neighborhood. I've been…read morethree times and each time it's been a 10 out of 10. While they don't necessarily have table service the ladies working here are super friendly and helpful. It's really nice that ordering at the counter they still come around and check on you and make sure everything is ok. The food is amazing! Their Chilaquiles divorciados has been my favorite so far. The huevos rancheros and the concha de desayuno were both great too but their chilaquiles is my top so far. I'm looking forward to trying something off their lunch menu because the breakfast menu hasn't missed yet. Also the restaurant is always very clean and cute. Definitely a recommendation from me.

I ordered chicken fajitas for $19 while having lunch there recently. The meal came with grilled…read morechicken strips, rice, guac, pico, charro beans and sour cream served on a non sizzling plate with some corn tortillas on the side. Taste wise this meal was ok but it did not stand out to me. Kind of ho hum. The restaurant interior is attractive and perhaps this restaurant is better than a 3 star visit but that was my experience here. Our table service was good. I would consider returning.

Omfg. This is legitimately one of the best breakfast tacos I've ever had. The tortilla tasted so…read morefresh, the brisket slapped, the salsa was salsaing. I stopped by this place with no plan and ended up in heaven. Highly suggest their breakfast tacos! Can't wait to try it for lunch next I'm drooling over this. Staff was super sweet too!!! Cool vibes!