The food was fresh and hot and flavorful! Our service was…read moreexcellent. Very clean and friendly. Definitely recommend Tavos!! We will definitely be going there again soon. A must try!

Home-cooked flavor! Quick and friendly service by all service members. Yareli was friendly and…read morerespectful. I loved how she approached me as opposed to my husband. Too many times the ladies tend to him and not me... she knew what was appropriate . This was a first for us! Small restaurant but didn't feel crowded, had a bar, seating was comfortable and place was clean. We loved our ceviche, cheese birria tacos and street fajita tacos mixed with chorizo on home made tortillas. They were loaded with meat! We took the dessert home (tres leches of course). Even the water tasted good! I had the watermelon margarita and it was made with real watermelon juice (no syrup) which I prefer because I don't like extra sweet drinks.

Shocker -- they make EVERYTHING here, including the desserts we selected from their bakery section…read moreand thought were really good!!! Given all the shortcuts that so many restaurants take, this place deserves a "5" just for the fact that they do make everything themselves. And our meal was really excellent as well and a very fair price. We started with a Cheese quesadilla and our special request to have onions in there as well. It was good. For brunch we ordered the $12 Concha French Toast because Mr. Picky has a sweet tooth. That is Concha bread soaked in vanilla bean custard, topped with caramel, toasted coconut, cinnamon, whipped cream and berries. Mr. Picky didn't even need the side syrup. I like savory items and I so ordered the El Valle which was also $12. Two cheese enchiladas which I topped with sunny side up eggs, served with white rice and refried black beans. I added seasoned ground beef into the enchiladas and that was an extra $2. I requested white cheese enchiladas, don't know if that was standard or not. I am not a huge bean lover, but I have to tell you that the refried black beans on that plate were delicious. Very filling dish, tasted really good and it was a great value. Brunch is served Saturday & Sunday from 9am-3pm. I think this is the best breakfast/brunch I've had in the past two years. Generous amount of food and I couldn't finish it all. They have a bakery section and we walked over to look and see what we wanted to have for dessert. We couldn't decide between the interesting-looking carrot cake, the praline cheesecake or flan on top of chocolate cake. So we ordered and shared all three! LOL. Our favorites were the carrot cake and the praline cheesecake. I think this is the best breakfast/brunch we've had in the past two years. Generous amount of food and I couldn't finish it all. Five stars for making everything themselves, waiter Eduardo was very helpful, and we're definitely coming back soon!!!

Tasty find. Service…read moreand atmosphere: This is clean and well maintained restaurant which offers big seating area and open bar. The service was swift and efficient. Our waitress was polite and attentive. Food and drinks: Big selection in both areas. They offer different menus depending on a time of the day. All menu items looked good. We opted for Molcajete dish. The meats were tender, sauce had great flavours without being too spicy and all side dishes were tasty. This dish is plenty for party of two. Pricing; $$ - worth it for the quality of food served.

"My Homework Turned Into Date Night (with Myself)" 02-14-26…read more I came here on Valentine's Day to do a writing assignment my professor gave us, and I have to say, I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and the food all the same. When I walked in, the hostess offered to seat me in the private party area. I declined and told her, "I'm here for a writing assignment," and asked if I could sit somewhere with a clear view of the bar. She didn't hesitate. She told me to follow her and led me to a booth with a clean, perfect shot of the bar, front row without having to climb onto a stool. She handed me a menu and told me to enjoy my evening. The bar itself was shaped like an oblong oval ring with gold seats lined up like little lifeboats, almost like a ship's bridge. Above it, about ten flat screens hovered in an oval formation, suspended in the air. Upside-down margarita glasses and champagne flutes hung overhead like delicate chandeliers in an expensive mansion. The bar area was filled with couples and solo diners enjoying the screens, sipping margaritas and champagne, and crunching on complimentary chips and salsa. Customer service was fantastic. My server, Ale, was highly energetic, lively, knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. I felt very well taken care of during this dining experience, which was supposed to just be a writing assignment, but it turned into a rewarding little night out. The complimentary chips and salsa were also pretty good. The atmosphere was vibrating at a high-energy level. There was loud laughter and conversation all around, the sound of dishes clanging in the kitchen, servers moving back and forth, and bussers scanning the room for abandoned tables to clean. For my appetizer, I ordered the shrimp crab cake along with a Cucumber Melon Margarita on the rocks. Both were absolutely delicious. The crab cake was mouthwatering and delectable, and that margarita was refreshingly fruity and strong, so good I ordered a second one. For my entrée, I ordered the beef fajita plate for one with cilantro rice, charro beans, and corn tortillas. I also added a side of the La Viva Shrimp (bacon-wrapped). I don't eat pork often, so I peeled the bacon off, and even without it, the shrimp was exceptionally tantalizing, full of bold seafood flavor. My entire plate was the bee's knees. I can't even explain how good the food was. Food Ratings Shrimp Crab Cake: 5/5 La Viva Shrimp: 5/5 Beef Fajitas: 5/5 Cilantro Rice: 5/5 Charro Beans: 5/5 Overall, La Viva Cantina is an upbeat, lively spot serving delicious comida with great customer service and an inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend it for date night, or even a solo night at the bar. You won't be disappointed.

We arrived on for Wednesday's fajita special and during happy hour. We had two beers and shared a…read morequeso. The queso was warm and thick. Our chips kept breaking off in the dip. Our beers after happy hour were $9 each. The fajita for two special appeared to apply only for beef and chicken together. There was a $10 add on if you order all beef. The fajita meat is cut super thick to make you think you're getting a lot but it was maybe 4 tacos. Pappasitos has a fajita special on Wednesday and it's much better than this food. La Viva is over hyped and over priced. It's also super crowded.

I just wanted to come back and give a follow up and say CONGRATULATIONS on the expansion/…read morerenovation! A lot more seating , more open , and tons of space for all the business that this place receives! The food is still spectacular since the first time I went when it was just a small hole in the wall! Definitely stop by and give them a try. You will not be disappointed. Their food is amazing and their service is excellent! Best Breakfast Tacos In Houston/Cypress -Santangelo Balli Gonzales Merry Christmas to you all and im wishing the owners and staff a successful future! Excellent work crew. This place is a machine that will never stop running.

Great food and friendly service! The tacos were fresh, flavorful, and super filling. The beef…read morefajita meat was tender and soft, and the tacos were big. My order came out fast, but it wasn't completely accurate, two tacos had the wrong meat and toppings, and two had toppings that were supposed to be excluded.

A very Mexican restaurant atmosphere very inviting and warm. The food was delicious. The staff were…read moreextremely friendly. The food came out hot well prepared. I felt like it was a good quantity for the price. I'm not a super fan of Tex-Mex and so glad that this Mexican restaurant exist to be able to serve up that authentic Mexican flavor And red salsa are very flavorful came out of the refrigerator fresh

As Texans, we enjoy Tex-Mex. This is not Tex-Mex. This is Sonoran-style Mexican food with…read moreauthentic flavor and soul. If this is your jam, you'll love the food and friendly vibes. We'll definitely be back with our friends and family. See ya there!

Get the pork belly bites and their cocktails are delicious…read more If you're here on a Sunday for brunch and have a sweet tooth the French toast is unforgettable. No other French toast will come close. Their homemade sauces make more tantalizing. If you like salty spicy, get the jojo sauce. I don't think it's on the menu And to finish, personally I like cocktails but their fresh filled churros are super fun. And can't beat the fresh factor! Brandon is an excellent attentive server. He knows the menu in and out. He'll steer you right. It's a neighborhood gem

We had a 70th & 60th birthday celebration at Ambriza's Vintage, and we were very impressed and…read moresatisfied with how beautiful and perfect everything turned out. Rodrigo & Araceli were amazing, ensuring everything was going smoothly and according to plan. Our servers Augusto and Christian, were very attentive, kind, and on point with our food and drinks. Food was exquisite and portions were generous, cooked to perfection. The churros with chocolate and the complimentary photos for the birthday girls was the cherry on top. Ambriza's management & staff truly know how to make their guests feel special. They went above and beyond, exceeding all of our expectations. Definitely having more celebrations here in the future! On behalf of me & my family, THANK YOU again for the excellent service and making this a memorable night!! Barbie Artiga

I'm not sure if the margaritas have changed here recently but the house frozen margs haven't hit…read morelike they used to! I get a bit of a soapy taste in my mouth. Not sure what the deal is. Are the Vera Cruz fajitas still amazing with the bacon wrapped shrimp dipped in garlic butter? You bet they are. Do I love the free soft serve with a bite (or 3) of their tres leches? Yes. Yes I do. I'll try another cocktail next time.

7.5/10 I tried…read moreGringo's Mexican Kitchen for the first time and ordered the chicken pastor quesadillas. The food was good, flavorful, and satisfying, but I would not say it stood out as amazing or the best Mexican food I have had. I would compare it to the Chili's of Mexican food. It gets the job done, it tastes good, but it is not super authentic or unforgettable. What really stood out was the service. It was truly extraordinary. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel welcoming. That level of service is honestly the main reason I would come back. Price wise, it felt a little high for what you get. I cannot say it was much better than something like Chipotle, even though it was about double the price. That said, the environment makes a difference. The restaurant has a fun, lively vibe, and it looks like they have great drinks and margaritas, even though I did not try any this time. Overall, I would recommend coming here for the atmosphere and excellent service. The food is solid and dependable, just not top tier Mexican cuisine. I would give it another try mainly because of how well we were treated.

Food was amazing. It all came out fast and the service was fantastic as well. Our cups were never…read moreempty and always food on table!

They've been in Cypress for decades- and their food is super consistent, delicious, and good value…read more I really dig their combo meals- makes it easy to feed a family, and everyone gets a bit of all the things they want.

Wow what an awesome place. The food was great. Priced compared to Vegas were very cheap. Food was…read morefast delivered and good kids got free ice cream

Fabulous TexMex! We were out running errands and decided to stop in. From the moment we walked in,…read moreI knew this was a winner. Loved the decor, the vibe, the staff, and most importantly the food! The chips are thick and taste like corn. We split the fajitas nachos and they were delicious. The meat had the best flavor and so tender! The guacamole was fresh. The house margarita was spot on! We will go back. (To the owners: We don't live in Copperfield and would love it if you'd consider opening a store closer to Jones and 1960. There was a Big City Wings at that corner, but they moved. You could slip right in that space! We desperately need a great TexMex restaurant closer to home. Thank you!)

We came here and ordered quite a bit of food found it overall pretty stellar Taqueria. I found the…read morecase of videos to be silently dry for what I wanted, and I've had other locations. These street tacos were delicious. The burritos were full and well made and well roll the garlic shrimp was delicious down the staff to be friendly found a place to be clean maybe a little dated in it's appearance but Definitely a good location and will probably be back to try some more tacos. Pretty staff and the location The parking lot is large enough to accommodate normally this restaurant, but get a retail stores Note my rating system: 1 Star: I wouldn't recommend 2 Stars: Didn't hit my standards 3 Stars: Average (nothing special) 4 Stars: Above Average. Would recommend. Still looking for the 5 Star. 5 Stars: Top of their game. Great food. Great service. Would recommend and plan on returning.

Always fresh delicious food and super friendly service! The vibe feels like an authentic taqueria…read morewith traditional decor.