I have nothing but positive things to say about this place. It's now my boyfriend and I favorite…read moreMexican restaurant to go to. Out of ideas for date night? El Chaparral. Just need to wind down with a margarita? El Chaparral! All staff is super sweet, very accommodating, and never had any issues with seating, wait times, or food. Very family friendly and a great place to celebrate any occasions!

The drive up I was not too impressed. We had to wait 30-45 minutes for a table. The restaurant is…read moretypical TX/MEX decor casual with an outdoor patio with fans/sprinkler. (Hot summer heat) service was great and the food was better! They had live music outdoors with mariachi indoors. There is also shaded playground for the kiddos. Been back twice both times very enjoyable!

I simply want to say that their Mexican burger did not disappoint in any way! It had a well…read moreseasoned patty, crisp veggies, with a mayo, mustard, ketchup combo, all in between a perfectly toasted bun. I added the pepper jack cheese and two strips of bacon, along with some wedged fries and incredible onion rings. It was all so delicious!

The service was exceptional. We tried the burgers and they did not disappoint! Onion rings and…read morefries were great too. Everything was seasoned to perfection. We will be back!

Love to go for breakfast!! My family also loves it menudo is always on point!! Can't wait to go…read moreagain!!

Papas rancheros was just okay, not too spicy even though it had plenty of chilies in it but still…read morenot that flavorful. Have improved in their flour tortillas so that is a plus in the right direction. Barbacoa taco was tasty but excessively greasy. But it took the 40 !!!! Minutes to serve 2 cars in front in me before they got my order and then had to wait another 10 at the window! Not going back through drive-thru ever again.

This place is awesome! Had a chorizo, egg and potato for breakfast. It was soooo good I ordered a…read moredozen tamales to go! Place is clean and well decorated. The wait staff were tremendous!

Marys Tacos is a cute restaurant with a drive thru in Helotes. This was my first time trying it…read moreout. I was surprised by the menu because I expected just the normal bean and cheese, potato and egg etc. But on the menu they had both basic tacos and then the fancy tacos We had the Monterrey which Machacado meat in Salsa Ranchera with Potatoes, Beans and Cilantro served on a homemade flour tortilla. I especially loved the tortilla and had good flavor. Only complaint was that it was a tiny bit over salted but not inedible and still tasty. I also has the carne asada taco adding beans and cheese. This was my favorite taco today. My husband enjoyed his taco the Silent Sean which had egg, Potato, Bacon, and Cheddar Cheese served on homemade flour tortilla. The red salsa was mild but lots of flavor. Staff was polite, restaurant was clean with nice ambiance and the tortillas were the best from restaurant so far. I will be going back to try other plates on their menu.

Amazing service and food. Tried the chile relleno... excellent, it had a kick to it (spicy) but…read morestill very tasty. Tried a bite of my husband's tacos.. delish.

My wife picked Gray Moss Inn for Mother's Day this year, and since we hadn't been back since the…read moretransition to a Mexican restaurant, we were curious to see how it had changed. We booked a 1:30 reservation about 10 days in advance. My in-laws arrived around 1:15 and we got there shortly before our reservation time, but we still didn't get seated until around 1:45. To be fair, it was Mother's Day and the restaurant was busy, although there were a few empty tables while we waited. One thing they absolutely got right was the remodel. The old space used to feel dark and cramped, but the updated interior feels much more open, modern, and inviting. Our waitress was also excellent throughout the meal--attentive, kind, and clearly doing her best to keep up with a packed dining room. Unfortunately, that's where most of the positives ended for us. The chips were thicker than usual but still good, and while the salsa had decent flavor, it had almost no heat at all. We also ordered guacamole without onions, but it came across very bland and could've used more lime, seasoning, and some jalapeño to brighten it up. My wife did enjoy her strawberry margarita, which was both flavorful and noticeably strong. I ordered the mole enchiladas and found the mole sauce surprisingly flat and lacking depth. Other dishes around the table were described as just okay overall, although the kids were very happy with the thick, fluffy pancakes. The biggest issue was timing. We didn't receive our entrees until almost 3:00 PM, which made for a very long wait, especially with kids at the table. To the restaurant's credit, they brought out two slices of cake to apologize even though we never complained. Overall, we left pretty underwhelmed, especially considering the occasion. The excellent table-side service couldn't fully make up for the slow kitchen and uneven food quality. I'd be willing to give them another try on a less hectic day, but this visit didn't quite live up to expectations.

It was good and very decently priced. The service could use…read moresome work. Not terrible but just blah. The food tasted delicious!

Hidden Gem Alert…read more El Buen Gusto Mexican Cafe at the corner of Tezel & Mainland next to the Pizza Hut. This place is a neighborhood favorite and for good reason. This no frills, locally owned restaurant is a true classic that keeps things simple and delicious. They offer amazing flavors at a huge value. I personally cannot get enough of their Breakfast Tacos. I go with the $3 Steak & Egg + Sautéed Onions Breakfast Taco. Two is more than enough but I always get three so I'm not kicking myself later. They offer breakfast and lunch most days until 2 pm, opened until 6 pm on Friday & Saturday, and closed Tuesdays. They have a small dining room that has about 20 chairs, with the nostalgia turned way up. Feels like you're at Abuela's house. I started my Foodie journey to help promote places just like this. I truly hope you go and give them a try.

My wife and I had some errands to run out at Bandera Point, so she suggested going to dinner…read moresomewhere out there. She suggested Mia's Mexican Grill. She goes there frequently with her ladies' book club for breakfast. I had never been before, but found myself suddenly wanting Mexican food. The place was pretty busy. Afterall, it was a Saturday. I took the last space available in the parking lot, and anticipated a long wait for a table. Fortunately for us, they took us to a HUGE corner booth. It was large enough for at least six adults to scoot around and sit. I was surprised considering how busy they were, but I'm not in charge of table assignments. When I looked at the menu, my eyes went directly to a plate that had my choice of two enchiladas accomapnied by my choice of a chalupa, crispy taco, fajitas, or puffy taco. Each of those had choices like chicken or beef. I also had a choice of refried beans or borracho beans. I opted for two beef enchiladas, a beef puffy taco, and refried beans. The server put my steaming hot plate in front of me along with a separate plate for the puffy taco and a container of tortillas. It was an amazing amount of food. Now, if you know me, you know I evaluate Mexican restaurants on their rice, beans, and tortillas. Mia's rice was some of the best I have ever had. The texture was perfect, and the flavor was absolutely delicious. The beans were also very good. They were nice and thick and tasted of lard. Where Mia's fell a bit short was with the tortillas. They did not pass the smell test, they were a bit dry, they were a bit hard, and they did not taste that good. However, my wife has brought me tacos from there, so I know that they are capable of making some damned good tortillas. Maybe today they had problems. I don't know. The enchiladas on my plate were substantial. There must have been at least ¼ cup of ground beef in each one. The enchilada sauce was very good. It was not too salty like so many restaurants have started making. The puffy taco was as good as any I have had anywhere. It was huge, so I ate it with a fork. I could only eat about half of it. I was STUFFED. Trust me... There is no better STUFFED than when you are stuffed with delicious Mexican food like they serve here. My wife ordered and enjoyed an al carbon salad. She had some dental work recently and has to be careful about what she tries to chew. I'm glad she enjoyed it. I am not a salad eater (hence the big butt and belly). It did not look appetizing to me. The restaurant vibe reminded me of Mexican restaurants from my childhood. The music was nice. Everything was clean. The servers and hostess were awesome. I need to go back when I can get someone else to drive so I can have a margarita with my meal.

This is a favorite of mine to come too. The main selection is diverse, food is always served. Hot,…read morefresh ingredients are noted. Drinks are also numerous and vary but always have a great taste. Isella and Tony are excellent waitress and waiter, but all the servers are good in our attentive, always refilling drinks and making sure orders are correct and delivered fresh and hot. Don't miss out on this gem of a place to eat on the west side of town at 1604 and Bandera area. You have to try the Dosaritas like below. Sip slowly as they are frozen and awesome. Very relaxed atmosphere and never rushed.

I ordered drive through and service was quick, friendly, and the food was 10/10! We had enchiladas…read moreand a torta, both were super flavorful and filling. Portions are generous and the food was affordable-I will be back!

Highly recommend this place! My first visit and the tacos came out super fast, coffee was hot and…read moreserver checked on me frequently, I'm impressed!

This is now a different restaurant called Playa Sinaloense. I don't know if it is a different owner…read moreor what. You can't find it on Yelp under the new name, which is frustrating as this place is NOTHING like it was. Even your credit card statement will still say House of Flavor. The menu is now a mariscos style seafood menu. My son and I were thrilled when we saw the change and the first time we went, we both loved it. He had a whole fish of some kind, and I had a cocktail of mixed seafood like shrimp, crab, and octopus. It was fresh, spicy, and flavorful. Today, we went back. This time my son got the seafood cocktail that I had the first time. Sorry I don't know the names, but the only menu I could find on line was a photo that was way too small to read. Anyway, he liked it and said it was the same as when I had it. I made a bad bad bad choice. I just wasn't feeling seafood to I ordered the enchiladas asadas. I mean come on... This is a MEXICAN restaurant in SAN ANTONIO. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to be served the absolute WORST Mexican plate I have ever had. Those of you who read my reviews know that I rate a Mexican restaurant on their tortillas, rice, and beans. If those are good, the rest of the plate is usually okay at least. Let me break this meal down for you. Refried Beans- I have honestly had better out of a can. Rice- This was brought to me about 15 minutes after the rest of the food. It was plain white rice that was cooked to a mushy consistency. I tasted it to see what it was like with no plan of eating it. I had already given up on eating at all. But back to the tortillas- There were none served. Now let me do my best to describe the enchiladas. They were small corn tortillas with about a spoon full of meat inside and folded like tacos. There was a thick red sauce all over them. It did not taste like any kind of enchilada sauce I have ever had. It was sweet and left a foul aftertaste in my mouth. There was a white cheese on top that I can only describe as slimy. Yes... I said slimy. The enchiladas were flooded with that awful sauce and had turned to mush. Our server was very nice and helpful. The iced tea was very good. The venue was nice and clean. Will I be back? Yes, at least one more time once I have had sufficient time to get today's horrible food out of my head. But, you can bet your sweet behind that I won't go near anything but the seafood on the menu.

Food has an authentic taste and texture. Service shows an effort, but is a little inconsistent…read more Atmosphere is typically clean, available seating, but a little warm on some occasions. Noise levels are low and people can have a pleasant conversation. Overall the place is above average for what it offers.

FABULOUS! My new favorite taco place so happy a friend…read moreintroduced me. I tried the trashcan taco just because she said it was amazing and I agree I had to force myself not to go back and order another one before we left.... Everyone got something different and everyone enjoyed what they had. Fresh and hot tortillas yummy ingredients can't wait to try something new! We will be back many times! ***** highly recommend recommended

Service was fast...Food was GREAT! Small place but family cooking at its best! Best breakfast…read moretacos in the area with fresh homemade tortillas! Very impressed!