I take my Tex-Mex very seriously, having been a researcher and recipe tester for Robb Walsh's The…read moreTex-Mex Cookbook. And I am always looking for places where you feel like you've taken a time machine back to the 60's. Is it possible? I'm tempted to call this one of the greatest Tex Mex combo plates in Texas. But there are too many restaurants vying for that title. So, if I call it the 2nd greatest combo plate in Texas, I'm probably safe. But seriously, (on the day that I went, that is), it was vintage, it was classic, it was perfect. Big scoop of delicious guacamole. Perfectly realized Mexican rice (with just the right hint of cumin). Excellent frijoles refritos (made with manteca). A mild and perfectly seasoned chili gravy covering cheesy enchiladas.And, as you'll see from the photos, they make their own leche quemada, and it is chock full of pecans. Highly recommended. It's worth the road trip. You can have fun visiting all of the antique shops on Main Street and then having your terrific Tex Mex lunch.

Love El Ranchero!! Great food! Great service! Great ambiance! Loved visiting with owner while we…read morewere there!

Since moving from Seabrook four years ago, we haven't been back to El Toro. I didn't realize how…read moremuch we missed it! We went for lunch, and both had the same thing-the numbero uno lunch special. It was too much food, but it was SO good! The sour cream chicken enchilada was probably the best thing on the plate-but it was all fantastic. I also love the green salsa at El Toro. Our server was fantastic. I don't recall her name, but she was attentive without being intrusive. Hey! We have an empty restaurant over here in Orange on I-10...El Toro East?

The best Mexican restaurant ever! The food was so delicious and excellent prepared. Our waitress…read morename Nelda was so awesome, always checking on us if we needed anything, her smiles, and her greeting was very excellent very professional. My family and I will be definitely coming back. Manny Cuellar

The lady at the front counter is very sweet and helpful and the food is fantastic!…read more Best green sauce ever. Classic Mexican vibes!

Pretty good menudo. I would have preferred if the tripe was cut into bigger pieces to give you a…read morebetter chew, but other than that minor complaint it had a great chili and cumin flavor. Good tortillas and coffee rounded out the experience. That being all I had, this is all I had to say.

Been here twice now and they haven't missed yet. Both times were straight …read more First off -- Javier is the man. That dude treated us like VIPs. If restaurants had MVP awards, Javier's trophy case would be getting crowded. And the burrito? Incredible. Big, flavorful, and built like it's trying to win a championship. I was halfway through thinking, yeah... I'm definitely coming back here. Simple review: Go here. Eat a burrito. Hope Javier is working. Thank me later.

Clean place, Good food, flavor great service…read more Excelente bueno todo, buen sabor De verdad lo recomiendo y a buen precio

I love this food truck. I go pick up food for the office several times a month. The food is always…read morefresh and the cashier is always so friendly. I like the little patio set up they have as well. They are super conveniently parked in a parking lot on Main St. It's easy to get in and out of. I've had almost everything on the menu and they have never disappointed. The entrance to the parking lot sucks so bad. There are big pot holes on either entrance but the food and people are GREAT!

I absolutely love this place so do all my family and friends. I got here a few time a week on…read moreaverage. The customer service is top notch always kind and polite they make their customers feel comfortable and welcomed. The food is amazing everything is delicious my favorite is the street tacos. I highly recommend this restaurant. Thank me later!!

A coworker and I swung by this TexMex restaurant for lunch recently. It had been several years…read moresince I'd been to Gringos, but I remember it being solid TexMex. We had a lovely time, and I was quickly reminded that this isn't jus one of the many TexMex spots it's the Houston area, but it's one of the better ones The restaurant is appealing and inviting from the outside. There's plenty of parking, a to-go station, covered patio seating, and plenty of seating inside The staff were great. We were greeted upon arrival and promptly sat at a table of our choosing. It wasn't completely packed, but much of the restaurant was full, yet we still had our pick of booth vs table vs bar etc We were provided complimentary chips and salsa. Both salsas are great, but the green one is creamy, packs a little heat, and is just delicious The menu offers pretty much all your signature TexMex meals from tacos, burritos, fajitas. Bowls, enchiladas, salads, soups, and many many more. There is a fully stocked bar with all sorts of beer and other drink options The food was terrific, and the display was exceptional. Everything was plated so well, and there were little touches here and there that showed they set they bar just a little higher Some tips: Join the Gringos TexMex insider club/reward loyalty program. You can earn points as you eat. You also get a bonus $25 added to your account when signing up I got the combo fajita tacos, which were solid, but I think I preferred the chicken fajitas way more than the beef Cheers!!

We arrived around 11:30 yesterday during lunch rush hour and got seated immediately. Diana was our…read moreserver and very attentive to us. Diana took our order within minutes, margaritas and drinks served fairly quickly. She suggested their citrus tea, which was good but very sweet. I opted for the mango unsweetened tea and it was refreshing. The food did take a bit longer, but understandable. We usually go to their other restaurant, Jimmy Changas. The quality of the food and service is always consistently great with the Gringo's family!

I love this place!! My friends and I used to go there every other Saturday to see Michael play and…read moresing, we miss him very much! We had a great time dancing! Nice environment

My friends and I have been going there for years and it is hands down our favorite Mexican…read morerestaurant. The margaritas are the best and the food is great too. I recommend the Tacos al Carbon. The service is also excellent I can't imagine where the negative reviews are coming from since we've been going for ages and it's always good!

I ordered a Torta on drive thru, food was cold, I live 3 minutes away and I had to pop the torta in…read morethe microwave, was coming home after a long day at work and that ruined my dinner and did not want to call or much less drive over and explain and get a face of like it's my fault, I threw it away, Honestly who ever is preparing the orders needs more training, a food truck would of have a better torta, won't be going back nor recommending the place. Very disappointed for quality, I only posted a star cause it won't let me post with out.

Manager and worker both wouldn't fix a simple problem for not adding sauce in my enchiladas! Wont…read moreever go here again!

Finally got to spend an evening with friends. We went to Jimmy Changas in Pasadena, where we…read morepromptly got seated and Bledsoe waited on us. We couldn't have been served better. He was friendly, jovial, and saw to it that we were not rushed. Everyone we encountered was friendly. I've been in restaurants that feel like the employees resent the customers. The employees at this location is not that way. They seem to like their jobs and want the customers to enjoy their time and meal at Jimmy Changas. I will go back, and hope to get one of Bledsoe's tables. He definitely deserves his Scooby Snack!

The service and ambience is great. But best of all is the food. I ordered a shrimp tostada salad…read moreand without exception this is the best salad I've ever had. I recommend this restaurant without hesitation.

Love coming here because we know we will never be disappointed. We normally have a good experience…read morewith service, you will constantly see waiters helping each other out. The chips and salsa they give you are good, the chips aren't salty which we really appreciate! I really like the green salsa but it can be a bit spicy. We got the mini tacos and a torta, which were delicious. The charros beans were delicious as well! Our favorite meat was the fajita. I like to get the melon water because it reminds me of the kind I grew up with. Most places make it too sugary or too watery. And this place has the best one I've found so far!

Twice I've ordered one single breakfast taco, and they can't seem to get the order right. Food is…read moregood, but if I'm not getting why I ask and pay for then I'll pass on ordering from here anymore. I should not have to check my order every time.