Wow! What a busy place. We were leaving South Padre Island and wanted to grab breakfast for the road. It took a few minutes to come inside and order the to go order. The order took 25 minutes because the kitchen was so busy. While waiting, I observed several locals coming in to eat, being greeted by the family who owns the restaurant. That was a good sign that the wait was worth it. The food was great, even on the road. Tortillas were perfect, not too heavy, but held the ingredients well. We opted for a few small tacos and a few large. Small is still BIG!! Barbacoa was delicious. The cheese used was more Velvetta like, but still not overwhelming or too rich. We will be back, hopefully to sit down and eat there. read more

If you're in Port Isabel, you have to stop by Isabel Cafe. It's one of those long-standing hole-in-the-wall spots that locals clearly love--and now I see why. We ordered the small breakfast tacos on flour tortillas, and they were way bigger than expected (always a win!). We had the ham and egg, and the "con todo," and both were seriously delicious--fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying. The place itself is simple and unassuming, but that's part of the charm. What really stood out was the staff--so friendly and welcoming, they made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to! read more

Isabel's Cafe - Big breakfast tacos (this is the small) - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

Still a great treasure but please look at the photos of the menu my daughter was looking online to see what she was going to order before we got there and the prices are not the same from online. Despite that, the food was great so was the service. The one negative I didn't like was got these juice packs when I pressed an ice tea... definitely not the same as an actual lemon. read more

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We were seated quickly, and the service was quick and efficient! The place was very busy, but the staff handled it very well. Trust me when I say to get the small tortilla if you don't have a huge appetite. It's a lot of food! I got the potato and egg tortilla. The filling was good once I added a lot of salsa, but I love everything saucy. My dining partner got the #2 and said everything was very good. I would go here again. Prices were reasonable, service was friendly, and the food was good. A great stop on the way to the beach! read more

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This is our go-to moms and paps place in Port Isabel. Real TexMex food here.Quick and excellent food and customer service.

This place was a gem we were lucky to find a table at. Despite it being busy, the service we had was great and the server answered the few questions that we had. It's like a family owned place that serves mouth watering authentic Mexican food. The parking situation is a bit rough though. We started with the queso that had a hint of spice that kept you coming back. The kids ordered a breakfast taco that despite its simplicity, was quite delicious and was huge. The Mexican plate #3 had everything one could want: enchiladas, tacos, and a chalupa with rice and beans, but reminded me of a tostada. Everything we ordered had layers of flavor, texture, and tasted like an abuela made the dish specifically for you. Lastly, the table salsa was the perfect complement to every dish! Should we return to the area, we will certainly be back. read more

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Been calling since to place an order and no answer so I showed up at 1:30 and it's closed. Horrible service from them

Awesome tacos, carne guisada, etc...this is one of the restaurants that locals love to go to because the food is fantastic and the staff/owners are always friendly. read more

such a good hole in the wall. we loved the food. the tacos were HUGE! everyone was so nice, we will keep this place in mind when visiting again! read more

Isabel's Cafe - these are small tacos but they were way bigger than expected. i would say 1 is plenty! - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

Everything about this cafe was wonderful! The people were kind, the food was delicious and it was quick! It feels like you are walking into someone's home, wonderful! read more

The food is fabulous. I am a con todo breakfast taco fan. The con todo is good, but the place has a feel of a different time. Isabel's has a friendly, hard working staff with generational representation. The world needs more places like Isabel's. read more

Such a great spot to go to for breakfast!!! The food is absolutely delicious....ive got to say my son who is the pickiest eater was absolutely chowing down on their eggs and bacon haha. Definitely will be returning the next time we are in town read more

Amazing food, amazing customer service, a 10/10, the pancakes, enchiladas, burgers, everything. Would definitely come again.

Stopped by a little small-town restaurant in Isabel and loved the experience. Family workers, full of locals, and some of the best tacos around. They definitely didn't short change the bacon and bean tacos -- packed with flavor and worth every bite. If you're passing through Isabel, give this place a try next time! read more

Ok so if you are heading to Isabel's head out there early cuz it gets packed. As soon as we walked in the staff greeted us and sat us quickly. These are the regular sized tacos, which were pretty big if you ask me. The meat in the carne guisada looked different to me because I'm used to it being chunks but it was cut up pretty small, but had a lot of flavor. Also if add bacon, it is also chopped up and kinda looks like bacon bits but beats getting a small strip like a lot of other restaurants. The host was great, and noticed I was wearing a 49ers t-shirt so showed me some of the decor and made it an easy answer to give them a 5, and the food was really great. Definitely give Isabel's a try, but go early read more

Isabel's Cafe - Carne guisada with cheese, bean chorizo and cheese, and potato and bacon taco - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

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As my daughter would say' "Yummersville!" We devoured our migas. They were delicious especially the tortilla (possibly the best I've ever had) and beans. The parking lot was very crowded and I was worried we have a wait but we were seated right away. All the staff were hussling the entire visit. They were very kind as well. Highly recommend Isabel's! read more

Isabel's Cafe - Migas with a fresh tortilla - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

I/2 block past Walmart going towards the island. Don't look for a fancy building and (Pro Tip) don't park with any part of your vehicle covering the sidewalk Everything about it makes it one of the best restaurants on PI/SPI read more

Excellent food, quick friendly service. We are frequent customers same great experience every time.

THE place to go for Tex-Mex breakfast (especially after going out the night before). The tortillas, the refried beans, the eggs, the salsa... all of it is soo soo good. The staff is very nice - obviously family run so it has a down to earth homey vibe. Prices are great for the area. read more

Good solid local Mexican food. Nothing fancy just good pricing, excellent service and nice people. The place gets busy to plan your visit or stand in a line for a bit depending the day of the week. A local favorite. They offer two sizes of tortillas and the small is larger than most Texas tortillas so plan well. Kid friendly and fun. read more

Great Place! Mom and pop hole in the wall with home cooking south Texas Style. Beef enchiladas with rice and beans,soft beef taco on homemade corn tortillas and Migas with homemade flour tortillas. Atmosphere to fit the vibe Great food Unbelievable price Nice service Solid for stars. If you want to get off the island and score a sure bet,Isables is a can't loose. Oops, forgot to photograph the enchiladas read more

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The food is great. Generous portions at reasonable prices. Huevos ranchero was perfect. Sauce is spicy, but too spicy. Huge breakfast taco loaded with favorites. read more

Great for breakfast all day, lovely staff, fast service. Will definitely be here regularly. read more

Isabel's Cafe - Eggs, sausage, fries, toast, coffee. Yum. - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

Small & quaint place. Seems like a family owned business. We were attended quickly then proceeded to our table shortly. Servers were attentive & nice. Our first time here but had been wanting to try it out for a long while now. Ordered the small taco con todo it was good & a good size. Seemed more of a large taco to me and the large taco was even bigger (not shown). Only short fall was no salsa available, Will not your typical morning taco salsa. Will be trying our lunch soon. read more

Isabel's Cafe - Taco con todo - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

On a recent work trip we stopped here for breakfast. I ordered the tortilla let me just say bring your appetite. It was huge and so delicious when we return definitely coming back to try more dishes. read more

Scratch made tortillas, tasty refried beans, classic carne guisada not overly seasoned. Tuesday morning seating available immediately, food served quickly by a calm and friendly wait staff. The small taco is still bigger than most. Plenty of filling so one taco really is filling. It's not fancy but the folks are nice and the food is very good. Iconic experience. read more

Friendly local restaurant with home made food. Lots of local patrons. I would only recommend they follow-up on their tables for drinks or any other needs. I would recommend this place for Mexican food read more

Amazing home-cooking with a super friendly wait staff. There's a reason they have been here for over 50 years!! Excellent value and the ranchero sauce is amazing!! read more

Isabel's Cafe - Sorry I ate it too fast for the photo!! Trust me... it's that good. - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

We were vacationing in South Padre Island and stopped at Isabel's Cafe for breakfast. It was so good we came back the next day. Service was great. Vibes were a lovely small town cafe. The breakfast tacos are huge with these delicious handmade tortillas. The salsa they provide is perfect. A little bit of heat but not enough where you are sweating. We ended up buying a mason jar of it. We will defo be back. read more

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An unassuming family restaurant. Be prepared for home-cooked food that will satisfy you delight your taste buds. I had the migas deluxe which was great. Possibly the best migas I've ever had. And of course, with those comes the humongous tortilla which they are famous for. The staff is attentive and friendly and eagerly take substitutions on the menu as well- something the hoity-toity restaurants need to learn. read more

Very good breakfast taco. Food was amazing. They even had live music. They are open on Sundays. Very friendly. Prices are more than fair. Will be eating here next trip also. Great place. Great environment. Highly recommend. read more

Had wonderful huevos rancheros on our way out of SPI. The sauce was unique and was so flavorful with just the right amount of heat. The refried beans, salsa, and fresh, homemade flour tortillas were wonderful. And thank you for such friendly service read more

disappointed in the service asked for jelly and never got it granted they were busy but when bring toast for your omlet normally you get jelly at the same time. ours never came. not returning read more

This is my favorite place to go when im out of town. The food is delicious comes out so fast. Waiters/waitresses are so nice and very quick. I love how this place isn't anything fancy or anything like that. This place is so filling and amazing please come! read more

Isabel's Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

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Incredible food! Had the Huevos Rancheros with bacon. So good. Served with fresh made tortillas that were the best i have ever had. Staff was friendly and helpful and there was even live authentic music read more

Isabel's Cafe - Huevos Rancheros. - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

Outstanding no-frills Mexican food. We came back twice over three days and got the contordo with chorizo and added onion. It was , as were the chicken enchiladas. Staff was friendly and patient with our small kids. My son got the French toast and loved it. Definitely stop while you're in town! read more

Isabel's Cafe - Chorizo burrito! Bigger than the plate. - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

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Another great Yelp find! We were so happy to find Isabel's cafe after all the overpriced SPI restaurants. The food is so good and perfectly portioned and incredibly cheap! I had the chorizo omelette and the chorizo was so delicious and not oily at all. Our friends ordered "small" tacos and the tortillas were HUGE so I'm curious about how big the large is! The flour tortillas were delicious. Service was brisk and friendly. I'll definitely come back here next time we're in the area! P.S. get there early. We arrived around 8am on Sunday and got seated right away but by the time we left around 9am there was a line! read more

Isabel's Cafe - This is a "small" tortilla! - Mexican Near Me - Port Isabel, Texas

Food was excellent as always and at a very reasonable price. Service is prompt with very courteous people. Ambiance is good and welcoming.

Isabel's is a must go if in Port Isabel or South Padre Island. Simple but well prepared Mexican food. Always good. Try the Migas or the Mexican Breakfast. read more

Don't buy their so called fajitas plate for $8.50. First of all it was not fajitas it was some cold piece of left over stake that they cut in little pieces and put on a plate no spice no salt or pepper just cold and dry couldn't eat it two bites and it was so dry I couldn't swallow it so we eat the beans and rice and paid and left oh and the tea was so pale it tasted like muddy water for raising craw fish in. I'm sorry but it was just ass. read more