Cedar St. Cafe

Fajita tacos were so good and their sauces are good with a good spice level. Price was good and the…read morefood was done quickly. Definitely would recommend and go again.

a great hole in the wall place with friendly service for authentic and cheap tacos. we looove how…read morespicy their salsa is. however, both the meat and the tortillas in the chicken and beef fajita tacos were pretty dry and underwhelmingly bland. generous portions of meat though!

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El Rancherito

4.4(138 reviews)

0.5 mi•Gulfton

The parking lot for the restaurant is very tiny. When we went we had to park on the side of the…read moreroad since it was very busy and full of people. The food is great! The tacos are a good size and not expensive. The lengua and barbacoa was very soft and fell apart easily. The tripa was fried and super crunchy and I enjoyed it a lot. I also really enjoyed the chips and salsa! The sauces were a bit spicy but they were so good and paired super well with the tacos. I would have loved to eat more if I was more hungry or didn't have big dinner plans later.

Exceptional service. One of the most attentive breakfast experiences I've had…read more I stopped by El Panchito on a Friday morning around 8:30. My waitress Yessi greeted me right away and was incredibly attentive. After just a couple sips of coffee she was already asking if I needed a refill -- my cup never even made it halfway empty the entire time I was there. What really stood out was the teamwork. Even though Yessi was my waitress, the other waitresses were also checking on me as they passed by. There were about 5-6 waitresses working and everyone was constantly moving around making sure customers were taken care of. As a business owner myself, I pay attention to how places operate. If you own a restaurant, you may want to stop by and see how this team runs their floor -- the level of service and awareness of their customers is impressive. Friendly staff, great atmosphere, and service you don't see very often anymore.

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Steak, eggs & bacon (à la carte)

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Maximo

4.6(178 reviews)

2.4 mi•West 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.

Honestly I am fairly disappointed in this place as I had been anticipating it for the longest time…read more I was able to snag reservations about 1 month in advance for a Saturday dinner. The restaurant is located in a quiet area in West University with a good amount of street parking. The restaurant itself is decorated with a lot of character and personality and they have seating inside and outside on their covered patio. Don't get me wrong, the service here is amazing. The servers are very attentive, and I appreciate the chefs coming out to explain their dish. However, the dishes themselves were basic and lacked specialty. My boyfriend and I got the Chef's Tasting Menu. I got the drink pairing. As a Chef's tasting menu, I would expect the restaurants' most precious meals. The short rib was dry and the rest of the other dishes were unmemorable. The only dish that truly caught my eye was their Tres Leches, but this was given on the house as it was our anniversary. The drink pairing I got was well worth and all of the drinks were flavorful and paired well. Overall, I'd hope that their chef's tasting menu would improve as they rotate their dishes. I would try to come back to give it another chance.

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Paloma Coconut Punch & a classic Margarita.

Tacos El Jaibo

4.3(115 reviews)

0.8 mi•Gulfton

I've gone to many places and this is definitely a hidden gem. From their tacos to seafood dishes to…read morebreakfast and Mexican staples. I've never been disappointed.

This is my go-to stop for Mexican food. The tacos, gorditas, and pozole are awesome. The staff is…read morevery friendly and the quality is consistent. Definitely recommend.

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Taqueria Mexico

3.5(81 reviews)

1.2 mi•Gulfton

All I can say is "Wow!"…read more If there is one thing that I feel I can evaluate with some degree of authority, it is the quality of taqueria fare. And Taqueria Mexico is one that I feel truly exemplifies this genre of Texas cuisine (Texas taquerias are by definition Mexican / Tex-Mex hybrids). On my most recent visit to my favorite city in the world, I happened to stay in the Galleria. Given that I usually prefer to dine in or around where I am staying, I was fairly limited to what I generally *like* with respect to restaurants, so I ventured into the adjacent but familiar Sharpstown neighborhood. On my last day in town, we wanted Taqueria brunch (what's new?). Driving down Bellaire Boulevard, I spotted Taqueria Mexico. It occured to me that I used to come here quite a bit when I first moved to Houston (at that time, living in Sharpstown). The only thing I remembered very vividly was how good their salsas were, which, combined with nostalgia, was enough for me to make the decision to eat here. This was without a doubt some of the best taqueria brunch I have had in years. I order almost exclusively à la carte due to health-related dietary reasons. Anyone familiar with my reviews and content would know this, and what I usually order - steak, eggs, and bacon (à la carte). Not only was this some of the best taqueria steak I have had in a while, the service and atmosphere were also top-notch. And, did I mention their salsas? I would come back again just for that! If you are in the Sharpstown area, and looking for a good classic Houston taqueria, with quality food, service, and a clean vibrant environment, I highly recommend stopping by here. I doubt you will be dissapointed!

The service is always good and the food is always fresh. For the price and the convenient location…read moreI'll always stop in when I'm in the area.

Best breakfast tacos in Houston.

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I ordered a small menudo and a chorizo/egg taco.

Mandito's Tex-Mex

3.4(125 reviews)

0.2 mi

If you don't want any of the other nearby foods give it a try. But mainly for the chips and salsa…read more I heard margaritas are good but I was on a lunch break so couldn't indulge. My coworker and I both got a lunch special. They were about $12 each. Her sprite was 3.25 and my cucumber lemonade was $6.25 which I personally find overpriced. With restaurant experience I know how cheap fountain drinks are. The food wasn't bad but it wasn't special. Didn't send anything back but didn't have much flavor. Not sure if this is a case of we didn't order the right thing or we went on a bad day. The restaurant is visually appealing but it kind of stops there.

I had an excellent meal with friends there on a weekday evening. The food was excellent and the…read morepresentation superb (see photos). The service was very good. By the way, I love their chips. Surprising how few people were eating there.

Nachos, queso flameado, guacamole, queso, fresh salsa, homemade tortillas, margaritas and cocktails from scratch.

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Teotihuacan Mexican Restaurant

4.0(252 reviews)

4.1 mi•Fondren Southwest

If you want authentic Mexican - this is your place. Our favorite is their fajitas , but all of it…read moreis delicious. It's been our family favorite for many years.

The chicken fajitas were delicious. The service was great and very attentive. Large group of…read moreseniors with separate checks can be challenging but our waitress did not miss a beat. The large table was near the rear of restaurant but worked great. Conversations were easy even though the place was busy. Definitely my go to for good Tex Mex. In a strip mall so free parking is available.

2.7 mi•Willow Meadows/Willowbend, Meyerland

Pancakes with Bacon

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Dona Leti’s

3.8(470 reviews)

SHOUT OUT JASON JESUS!! The best waiter EVER! The food was immaculate, customer service was…read moreexcellent. Love this restaurant!!!

Dona Leti's was so good. The wait wasn't too long for lunch. The service was awesome. We had the…read morepleasure of having two servers, a pro and a rookie, both were kind, helpful and knowledgeable. They made sure we were well taken care of during our dining experience. We samples a couple flavors of margaritas before we ordered, the flavors were tasty. The food, the food, the food! Yes, it was extra flavorful and the portions are huge, especially after you've been eating some of their delicious chips and salsa, both red and green were tasty. The ambiance is vibrant, great music, happy people, full bar on the other side of the restaurant. It's giving good times.

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Mini Nachos - Happy Hour

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Mexican Banana Pudding - yummy

Casa Dominguez

3.7(55 reviews)

0.0 mi

The waiter was very nice, but that's about the only positive thing I can say…read more The fajita nachos were disappointing. The meat was dry and tasted old, the cheese tasted like processed Velveeta, and the beans seemed like they came straight from a can. Nothing tasted fresh or flavorful. The margaritas were extremely watered down and lacked any real taste. Overall, the food was bland, tasted low quality, and wasn't worth the price.

the waiter was nice and attentive but it was a little awkward being the only one there for lunch…read more the chips were all broken, maybe three or four whole ones. I had a combo 1 which was a ground beef taco, ground beef enchilada, bean chalupa. everything tasted the same, very bland. I go to the HEB on the corner at least once or twice a week so I have seen this place for years and finally decided to stop in. I would say skip this place.

1.5 mi•Braeburn, Gulfton, Sharpstown

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Tortilleria & Taqueria La Reyna

3.9(48 reviews)

salí de la clínica y fui a comprar a la tortillería y resulta que todo fue terrible. El pollo…read moreestaba seco, el queso ya podrido y amargo, el arroz muy salado, y la salsa estaba amarga también. Para serlo peor fui a decirle a la señora que andaba de cajera y se comporto muy feo conmigo. Ella era muy sarcástica y luego luego se nota que no quiere estar ahí. terrible servicio. La única cosa que salvo todo fue las tortillas. Eran la única cosa que estaba más o menos bien. Terrible ambiente. No te recomendaría ir a comprar ahí.

I bought tamales from here the green and red ones. The green chicken ones were my favorite. The red…read morewere alright. The masa was tasty and the filling was decent. To me tamales taste better when u reheat them up on a skillet with the leaves on. The toasty flavor it gives them. Yuuuumy

Real spicy Jarrito Tamarindo

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A whole rotisserie chicken $11! You can't beat it

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Nicholas C.

3 years ago

Always happy coming here to get coffee and tacos. The ladies that work here are amazing. The coffee is strong and the prices are fantastic. Everyone I bring here comes back. Tortillas are fire. The Owner is very nice. You can expect a 10-15 minute wait after ordering. Everything seems to be made fresh. read more

Kate B.

2 years ago

We love their tacos. Coffee could be a little better but it's a taco place with coffee.

Scott C.

3 years ago

Friendly, and great coffee. Breakfast tacos however are a MUST! Chorizo was spot on.

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