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3.8 (361 reviews)
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OLD NO. 7 Crispy beef taco, cheese enchilada, pork carnitas tostada
K G.

Visited Goode Co Kitchen & Cantina for the first time today to have lunch. The appetizer was fantastic! Full of flavor in themselves. Definitely did not use the sauce as it was "meh" and ruined to taste profile of the filling: PORK & GREEN CHILE EMPANADAS Handmade pies stuffed with our pork green chile guisada, served with avocado crema CARNITAS Marinated, braised and crisped pork (a three-day preparation process), served with fresh salsa verde: This plate was $28.00 for 7 bites of pork butt roast you can purchase at H‑E‑B for $1.99. My friend had raved about it and I am not sure why. The description states it's marinated in a 3-day process. Must have been marinated in water as it was devoid of flavor other than smoke. Sure it was tender but overall "meh." The salsa verde was flavorless as well. Salt did not help. And speaking of their red salsa brought to the table when we sat down? Devoid of flavor. Salt did not help. No flavor. No heat. Just tasted of plain tomatoes out of a can. Unlike any salsa I've had before. The rice and beans were devoid of flavor. Salt did not help. It is like the chef's Cooke though forgot to season anything today. It is absolutely the wildest thing. OLD NO. 7 Crispy beef taco, cheese enchilada, pork carnitas tostada Kiddo got this. It was $23.00 and basically a frozen dinner. Looked pretty though. All the food looked good, plated well, but completely disappointing. The place is cute inside. Steller service. Sadly, I don't think the food is worth it due to the lack of flavor. I was disappointed. Would I go back? If I did, it would be only for the empanadas as they were the only things eaten today which had any flavor whatsoever. I don't mind spending money on good food at all. But this $100 meal was not even worth half that price.

Reg Picadillo Chile Con Queso
Taylor H.

Hadn't been here in an awhile, but they never disappoint. The service was fast, the food was good, and the drinks were strong. Even though the restaurant was busy, our server, LaKenya, didn't miss a beat. She was very friendly and checked on us regularly. The kitchen was rocking and rolling. They ended up sending out our fajitas too quick, but the plates are hot and continue to cook. We wanted medium rare, so had we kept them, by the time we started to eat they'd be well done. Without hesitation, La Kenya took them back and told us to let her know when we were ready. I actually almost said we'd just keep them, but the look on my face must've said something different. La Kenya reassured me that it was ok and took them back. Food: Queso- was a little thick for me, but I always add salsa Fajitas - cooked to perfection Category 5 Tortilla soup - my absolute favorite. I add in all the extras

Beautiful interior
Shari S.

Even though this is located on the Katy Freeway feeder, the door faces the opposite direction and feels like a hideaway for upper class Bunker Hill types. We love sitting at the Bar which has an elegant hunting lodge vibe and sharing a plate of Fajitas. My husband loves their spicy Margaritas made with poblano liqueur and taijin seasoning. The chips are great and go well with the warm salsa. Goode Co Cantina has a playground outside so that's where the families with small kids tend to congregate, making the bar area a relatively peaceful place to eat and drink.

Carnitas
Jarek M.

Mexican dining elevated. Service and atmosphere: This is very modern and stylish restaurant with great references to Mexico throughout. They offer many seating options. There is also outside patio space to enjoy in the evening. The restaurant has swanky bar area at the entrance. Food and drinks: They have well designed menu with many familiar Mexican dishes and drinks. The food was prepared very well and was nicely presented as well. Good flavours and seasoning gave this Tex Mex food extra depth. Without going into too much details, both dishes were ordered were very tasty. Pricing: $$/$$$ and definitely worth it to come back here for more delicious food

Parillada Parrillada
Michael T.

Service and interior atmosphere is really great! Our server was very friendly and nice. The chips and salsa is really the star of our meal here during our latest visit. A couple friends wanted to try out some good fajitas around the area and Goode Co came to mind. The beef fajitas were delicious. It's probably just not possible since there were multiple meats on the plate but unfortunately the plate did not come out sizzling like we are used to seeing.

Breakfast tacos
Stacey G.

Really nice vibe in the restaurant itself. Service was nice. We went for brunch and the food was just ok. I wouldn't get the tacos again as the corn tortillas were really dry and thick. But would totally go back and try something else for sure.

No. 2
Emily H.

A wonderful experience at Goode Co.! We ordered the queso and couldn't get enough of the delicious thick chips and pickled jalapeños that come with it- the perfect queso combo! I also tried the No. 2 plate, which was a variety platter. Everything was delicious! Our waiter was very friendly, and service was excellent. Definitely will be back next time I'm in Houston!

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Love it! Everything was wonderful, the food, the service, and the mad dog margarita! Would highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.

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$22 for a Margarita way too expensive Good fun but pricey visited West Gray location good service

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The food was absolutely amazing! Atmosphere was fun! Enjoyed everything including the service!

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Very good barbecue and extremely consistent. We eat there often. Excellent for take out

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The Original Ninfa's on Navigation - Steak

The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

3.9(2.3k reviews)
10.2 mi•Warehouse District, Second Ward
•$$
Private events
Catering service

First time in Houston, and I kept seeing people online say Ninfa's is overrated. But every local I…read moreasked told me to go, so I went. Glad I did. Service was great. Our server was super friendly and kept things moving. Free chips and salsa to start. The chips came out warm and crunchy, with a red and a green salsa. Easy way to kick off the meal. I got the enchiladas suizas. Packed with chicken and cheese, and the salsa verde on top gave it a nice bit of tang that kept it from feeling heavy. Solid Tex-Mex. Didn't disappoint.

FAJITAS 7. As a native Houstonian, I was 10 when Ninfa's opened (1973). Growing up, we ate there…read moreseveral times each month. We'd rotate with Los Tios or Chinese every Friday or Saturday. As there is not a location near me any longer, we traveled to the original location. It was bustling with an attentive waitstaff and lots of people watching. Complementary valet (of course we tip) is a great benefit as parking is slim. Our waitress was Kady. She's been there for 50 years! Talk about an original. She was attentive to our needs but all business. We started with guacamole and queso. Guac was a huge portion with all the add ins. Queso was delish and served with fried flour tortillas (my fav). The gratis green dip, red sauce, and thick, crisp chips were on par. The fajitas. Just so so. Honestly, it reminded me of Taco Cabana. Very disappointing. Very little flavor and tough. The rice was yucky, the refried beans were the worst! Reminded us of the frito lay bean dip in a can. Even the Borracho beans were bad. HEB's in the can are far better. We received 2 corn and 2 flour tortillas. Fajitas served with pico, guac, sour-sour cream (I didn't even like that). Iced tea was fair. All in all, Fajitas very disappointing. If we had not been on the best fajita quest, I most likely would have ordered the chicken caldo soup. That never disappoints.

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Maderas - Kitchen & Cantina - Barbacoa and Carnita Taco

Maderas - Kitchen & Cantina

4.2(297 reviews)
8.1 mi•Midtown, Fourth Ward, Montrose
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I went for dinner time. It's a cute intimate setting. Perfect for date night or girls night. The…read morefood was delicious. I ordered the Barbacoa tacos on heirloom corn tortillas. For drinks I ordered a hibiscus margarita... it was so good with the perfect amount of sweetness. Presentation and service were great. Highly recommend to give this place a try

We visited Madera's for the first time recently and overall had a great first impression. The…read moreserver was attentive when needed but didn't hover or rush us. For drinks, my husband and our friends tried some of the margaritas from their large and unique margaritas menu, as well as their hibiscus agua fresca. All of the drinks were very pretty and it seemed like everyone enjoyed them, too! We started with their chips and salsa trio, which we all really liked. The chips were on the thicker side, but were crispy and not stale or chewy at all. Each of the salsas were quite different, and two were served warm, which we really liked! For the price, I'd consider getting the chips and salsa as a non-negotiable, honestly. For entrees, we tried the enchilada rojas, chilaquiles verde w/ chicken and beef, birria barbacoa ramen, and huaraches. My husband felt like his ramen could have included more meat, but aside from that everyone really enjoyed what they ordered. The highlight was probably the desserts, though! We got a quatro leches and two ordered of their giant and amazing churros. Both were incredibly tasty and reason enough to return for another visit in the future!

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Mexican Sugar Houston Montrose - Brunch tacos

Mexican Sugar Houston Montrose

4.2(694 reviews)
6.7 mi•Montrose, River Oaks
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The world is full of Mexican restaurants…read more Most are some version of Tex-Mex in a family-friendly, relatively similar environment. Nothing wrong with that. Mexican Sugar breaks that mold completely. This is the most legit, wonderful, bougie, over-the-top Mexican restaurant I have ever been to, and I mean that as the highest compliment possible. This was my second trip to Mexican Sugar. The first was in Grapevine. After this visit to the Montrose location, I have officially decided that when I am in Texas, I will seek these places out. They are that good. First, dress up. I doubt there is an actual dress code, but this is not the place where I am showing up looking like I just finished mowing the yard. Come here to be seen. Come here to show out a little. The place is beautiful and has that kind of vibe. Second, the drinks. Hell yes. Fancy, creative, excellent, and impressive enough for even the person who has seen every ridiculous cocktail presentation imaginable. And then there is the food. My God, the food. The salsa and queso are legit AF. The street corn is heaven in a bowl. Get several orders. I am serious. One is not enough. The carne asada was amazing. Honestly, I could keep going, but at some point this review is just going to become me yelling about how much I love Mexican Sugar. I LOVE MEXICAN SUGAR. OK, YOU GET THE IDEA. WHY AM I YELLING? BACK TO THE REVIEW.... Service was excellent too. The place is huge and was absolutely packed, but our server stayed attentive and the food came out surprisingly quickly. Make a reservation. Park in the nearby garage. Dress nice. Order the drinks. Get the street corn. Then get more street corn. Who is ready for another trip to Houston? I'll book the reservation at Mexican Sugar.

This was my second time at Mexican Sugar and I loved it just as much as the first! Johnny was our…read morewaiter and he was phenomenal, super attentive and even refilled my drink several times without me having to ask. Sonia was also incredibly sweet. My daughter dropped some food and made a bit of a mess, and Sonia was so kind about it and cleaned everything up without making us feel uncomfortable at all. The food was amazing. I highly recommend the steak and eggs and the pancakes, both were delicious. Great food, amazing service, and another wonderful experience. We'll definitely be back!

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Maximo - Tostada

Maximo

4.6(178 reviews)
6.6 mi•West University
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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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Dona Leti's - Mini fajita steak street tacos

Dona Leti's

4.0(687 reviews)
4.8 mi•The Heights
•$$

The food at Doña Leti's was AMAZING! Definitely worth the wait…read more I went around 1 PM and it was BUSY. They honestly have more customers than they have space, which is a great problem for them to have . Parking was also hard to find, and I waited about 30 minutes just to be seated. But once I got my food and tasted it... I was IN LOVE! The food made all of the inconveniences completely worth it. Customer service was cool, the atmosphere was nice, but the FOOD was definitely the star of the show. I would absolutely go back... just be prepared to wait and hunt for parking. Worth it!

Dona Leti's was everything we thought it would be!…read more Upon arriving there was a 30 min wait but thats ok because we were given chips and salsa to hold us over. Once we were seated the waiter we had was super helpful. If we had questions, he had answers and pictures to go with them. The food was phenomenal and huge. We ordered the skillet burrito, surf and turf eggrols, and birria sampler. So much food and so flavorful. Honestly you have to try the alfredo on the eggrolls. That was different but so good. The asada was flavorful on the burrito and eggrolls. The birria was great and then consume hit the spot dipping wise. The burrito was jam.packed with meat and rice. Very good! Its exactly what I want in my burrito. We ordered margaritas for drinks and those were pretty good. The strawberry margarita has to be mixed once brought to the table, but thats ok. Needless to say we had to take leftovers home for sure. Great food and a great time!

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Dona Leti's - Passion fruit margarita with a shot of Grand Marnier.

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