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    Johnny Tamales - Pasadena

    3.6 (247 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Tex-Mex
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Perfecto - from the lunch menu
    Emily L.

    We came for lunch on a Saturday. We had a party of 4 and were seated immediately. It was after 1 PM and they were not very busy. I won't say who our server was because he's the reason why I deducted a star. He didn't really say much, which is fine with me... but he also wasn't very attentive. I don't need or want a server who hovers, but when 3 out of 4 people have empty drinks and your server has passed your table several times without acknowledging you, it becomes a problem. Also, when I needed a box and my check, he was halfway across the restaurant standing around and not bothering to look at his tables. Other than that, it was a pleasant time. I went to lunch with three ladies after a conference we attended and we had a wonderful time. The food was good and we got just what we expected. The restaurant was clean and well lit. There was a manager going around visiting with people and checking on things. She didn't come to us, but we had just been sat so we hadn't even ordered yet. I like Johnny Tamales and I will go back. I will probably just make sure to have a different server.

    Chicken Cobb Salad
    Cheryl G.

    I ordered the Fajita Chicken Cobb salad. It was very fresh with good portions of chicken. I've had other salads here and they've always been consistently fresh and good. The salad is similar to the fajita salad minus the roasted corn, tomatoes, and boiled egg.

    Stuffed avocado with beef fajita.
    Patty Y.

    We love coming here. The staff is very friendly. I ordered the studded Acadia this time. It's very good.

    Fajita Salad and a pick 2 in the background
    Nick S.

    Just along Sam Houston Parkway you can I'll find this Tex Mex cantina. It is a chain of at least 2 locations, and it's a solid spot for work lunch, happy hour, family dinner, date night, etc. It terms of Tex Mex it is so-so. The meals are good, but we live in Houston where you can find so many incredible Tex Mex, Mexican, and fusion restaurants. The restaurant is inviting and vibrant on the outside, but somewhat dim and less inviting on the inside. Also, the service was on point, but our server wasn't particularly upbeat or pleasant. I will say that their lunch menu is fairly impressive, and the portions will leave you wondering if you accidentally ordered from the dinner menu. Also, they come by to check on drinks, chip baskets, and salsas which is nice so you don't have to feel bad asking for more. Some tips: Try the green sauce, it's delicious. It's a creamy green salsa, and if you ask for more they will most likely bring one for each person at the table. And on Tuesdays it's Fajita Tuesday where you can get mixed fajitas for two for $32.99 (normally $38.99). Also, there's a self serve soft serve (tongue twister) ice cream station at the door. Help yourself to a little complimentary dessert on your way out. Cheers!!

    Margarita
    Abby C.

    Love the fajitas here! Great margaritas, if you get a Grande you are limited to two per person, regular sized are four drinks per person. The queso is great as well.

    Fajita Compliments!
    Chris M.

    Cinco De Mayo Review: Knowing Cinco De Mayo is more like Cinco de Drinko at every Tex-Mex in town, we had to get there early, and yes, I was right because the parking was starting to get full at 4:30. For starters, we got a JT Rita and some Dos XX's. The server was very cordial and offered us the queso special, and we jumped on that along with the fajita nachos and chips and salsas. All of these were delightful to our tastebuds! I was ecstatic that they offered mixed fajitas for 2 at a special price of $34.99! Man, these were fresh, hot, and sizzling upon making its entrance to our table. We were able to get both tortillas de maiz and harina after my request to do so. My only gripe was that we only got 2 of each kind, but oh well. The platter came with caramelized onions and peppers. Spanish Rice and Refried Beans also complimented along with Pico, shredded cheddar and jack cheese, and sour cream! We were more than full after polishing it off! Will most definitely return for more any time!

    Ponderosa Enchiladas
    Ashley W.

    Let me start by saying... they serve cold salsa something rare in TX... but sooo good. I had enchiladas... they were good but kind of on the dry side... on the inside. Nachos were perfect size and had all the goodies on them and fajitas were really sizzling when they came out. Our waiter was on it.... Never had to ask for a refill or anything, it was just already there. Margarita was strong enough and good flavor. The restaurant itself could be a good place to watch sports at the bar but it also has like a family area. Very fun vibes. Overall really enjoyed the place.

    Del Mar
    Antonette F.

    My team of 30 came for dinner and I'm sure this was not expected. We were seated promptly and drink orders were taken immediately; however, it was about an hour before our dinner order was taken. Mind you, there was only 1 waiter serving all of us. Mario was very accommodating. The food finally started coming out and the presentation was nice but my meal was overly seasoned. All in all the overall consensus was 3 out of 5. .... I will say the manager came out to apologize for the over seasoned dish which was much appreciated

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    I have be coming here since elementary!! It's a classic tex-mex restaurant. Always get the flautas in flour tortillas!

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    They provide accommodations for large groups who want a place to meet with their friends. Thank you!

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    11 months ago

    Food was better than I expected for a TXMEX restaurant definitely worth the price and taste would definitely recommend

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    2 years ago

    Ordered the beef fajitas for one. They was really good. Best charro beans I've had! The service was fast and good.

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    LOVE Johnnys!!! We especially love the bartenders. They are so attentiv, funny. The food, setting, and vibe is always top notch!!

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    I was in a facility getting a minor procedure and I had to be lightly sedated which did not allow…read moreme to drive myself to and from my appointment, so my wife drove me there and hung out while I was getting the procedure done. Neither one of us had eaten and we were both starving. We had decided that when I was released we would just go to the restaurant that was in the same parking lot as the facility. I had been to the restaurant before, had fajitas and they were served bloody raw and was just disgusting so I Never went back. We mentioned where we were planning to go to some of the staff members and they said do not go there and that it was too expensive for the type of Mexican food that they serve you. Then they all suggested Maria Rita's. My wife and I had never heard of it before so we asked where it was and it was located 2min down the street. When we got there it was packed, but we decided to thug it out and wait for a table, this also gave us time to troll the parking lot and land a killer parking spot as people left. We finally got the notice that our table was ready. The inside was clean, awesome and had a savory aroma mixed with a Smokey grill Oder that just made us even more hungry than we already were. We both ordered this dish that came with fajitas and bacon wrapped shrimp with a cheese sauce that was Truly Amazing! When I finally was able to take a bite of one of the four gigantic shrimp after I completely destroyed my fajitas, I thought that I was going to pass out from the ecstasy that the flavor profile from that shrimp that overwhelmed my senses! We both enjoyed our meal,(obviously) and I can't end this review without mentioning how attentive, nice and unexpected table side manor that the staff had displayed despite being overwhelmed with a full house crowd. A truly epic experience. Please dig deep for a tip, they deserve it. Enjoy!!

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