Mama Betty's has become a regular in our rotation of neighborhood restaurants. We love, love it! And particularly appreciate the fact that we can walk or ride our bikes there. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. Our server tonight was Natalie, and she did such an incredible job. Personable, always with a smile, and willing to patiently put in my boyfriend's special order. Tacos à la Betty is one of my favorites, and they have the best homemade flour tortillas. The frozen Mexican martini is so good! If you are close, stop by and try mama Betty's. Such a great neighborhood addition! read more

Mama Betty’s - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

We tried this place out for the first time with our friends this past weekend. There was a 35 minute wait even though plenty of tables were open, but they let you bring drinks into the courtyard area, so we didn't mind too much. Another nice thing is that there's a huge lawn where kids can run around and play and entertain each other. The margs were standard, as were the chips and queso, but we really enjoyed the complimentary salsas. Our mains, unfortunately, left a lot to be desired. One of us got the mixed green salad with shrimp, which felt more like an assemblage of ingredients than a composed dish (dressing was good though). The other one of us got the Connie's crispy tacos plate, and those were really not good at all...like Taco Bell level. Our kiddo got the nachos with some chewy and unappetizing diced beef on them. Service was friendly and mostly speedy. Despite the food being pretty womp-womp, we do think we'd come here again because we digged the vibe and whole indoor-outdoor setup. Three stars for now, with the hopes of it improving on a future visit. read more

We have become huge fans of Mama Betty's. We eat here probably weekly. The first time I reviewed them I gave 4 stars due to service being not the best. That was week 1 of opening and I realized it was not a fair time to write a review. Ever since that visit the service is great with super friendly staff and smiles from everyone including the hostesses. The restaurant is always packed with happy people and it's clean and well designed. The food is amazing. I have become a regular and order the " Tacos A La Betty!" every time and it's amazing chicken fajita tacos with all the fixings. They have great spicy strawberry frozen margaritas. And be sure to save room for the sopapillas at the end of the meal! Staff are great, place is happening and I highly recommend. read more

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This new location of mama betty's absolutely blew me away. The restaurant is spacious, clean, and well decorated. We came during happy hour on a weekday and were seated immediately. The happy hour specials are great for trying a variety of menu options, and I particularly enjoyed the frozen drinks. The complimentary chips are excellent, as were the house salsas. However, try to save room for the fajitas, which are some of the best I've had from a Tex-Mex joint! The meat was cooked, beautifully medium rare an extremely flavorful. My group was very impressed. read more

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Great first time dinner experience last night! Why? Place has good, upbeat energy, all staff - from greeters, to servers, and food deliverers, were genuinely friendly and engaging, and the food was really, realty good. We put our name on a 40 minute wait list, but sat at the bar within 15 minutes. Great choice! Shout out to Ryan, who was superb, and guided us through the menu and his favorites, and also to Michelle, who was very attentive each time she passed by and wonderfully engaging, , and to Bianca who assisted too (see photos). These servers added to a great dining experience -- and Ryan and Michelle were appropriately enthusiastic cheerleaders for this special place. But, focusing on the food - yes, please! Tasty frozen margarita, but even better frozen Mexican Margarita. Ceviche was superb, lots of fish and not overly spicy. Steak and chicken combo fajitas for two, served in a steaming hot gizmo (see photo) were an A++ - tender, cooked perfectly, great flavor, and nice size portion. Good accompaniments and we also had a veggie topping that was very good, but I'll pass on that next time as the steak and chicken were already amazing and didn't need any add ons - but that is a personal decision (and my said she would get the topping again). Be sure to get the garlicky butter for the steak. Lime cilantro rice was tasty, as was the beans charra beans. This venue is great for families with smaller children too -- nice outdoor area. Can't say enough good things about this place - Really! And ... lots of parking, really diverse menu, priced right for Austin, and perhaps the best Tex-Mex (but with a nuanced menu) restaurant in town. Thanks again Ryan, Michelle, and Bianca and three cheers to the entire staff. Nicely done! read more

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Wowee! This was an incredible experience and I cannot believe I've never known about Mama Betty's!! We celebrated my boss's exit here and brought a whole cake and everything. It is one of her favorite local spots and I absolutely know why. I ordered the chicken fajitas and wow -- just wow! The chicken was perfectly cooked and served at a perfect lunch portion (don't be fooled by the picture!). The butter sauce(?) served with it was insanely good and the "spicier" green salsa was to live for. The black beans were spectacular and the spanish rice was, too. I don't know of any way to improve this dish! Our server was Amanda and she went above and beyond when it came to drink refills, bowls of lemons, splitting checks, etc. Seriously, I think she filled my cup about 9 times with water with no complaints. Go check out Mama Betty's and tell 'em I sent you! read more

Mama Betty’s - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

4.6/5 Probably one of the best steak Fajitas in town! They added garlic butter sauce that made the dish more unique and of course, you can't go wrong with adding guacamole so definitely ask for that. The beef fajitas were so tender and juicy, very perfectly flavor. As for the beef fajitas quesadilla, I didn't enjoy it as much because it wasn't as cheesy as I usually like it to be. It was actually kind of dry. I would come back just for the fajitas alone. I enjoyed the atmosphere too. It was very lively and fun inside. Our waiter, (I think his name was Stan), was incredibly sweet as well which made the experience better. He was attentive and checked in on us often. read more

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For some details that others have missed, read on: I knew I was coming here with a large group of people so I read up on many reviews to see if this place is really worth its current four star rating. Lots of folks slapping down five stars here and that got my attention. In case you're wondering, they do have a second location in Round Rock. If you plan on coming here, your first thought should be on the parking situation. There's a little bit of street parking available, but don't count on it. The other option is the parking garage on Cullen Avenue next to Burnet Road, which is not free. You would think this far into north Austin you wouldn't have to worry about paid parking. Be sure to get a ticket so it can be validated later. What's interesting about this restaurant is that it is situated in a much larger complex that is five stories tall with other businesses. Once inside you get a basket of chips, good spicy red salsa and avocado creama. This place can handle large groups, but they don't have a private room. Lots of seating inside and outside on their screened in patio. About a dozen seats at the bar on the inside and a dozen more on the screened-in side. I was surprised they only had four taps at the bar, but they do have some bottled beer. They do make a good frozen margarita and they do have a happy hour price before six. There's one disadvantage of being here. The air inside shares the same air as the patio, which means some flies show up inside as well. The queso is the usual Velveeta stuff that forms a skin in a matter of minutes, but the guacamole is well worth it. The beans and rice that come with your meal are the usual stuff you'll find anywhere. I recommend the Barracho beans as a substitute and ask for tortillas. Unfortunately, we never got our tortillas and the baskets of chips for our group was just chip fragments rendering them useless for the most part. We did get a round of desserts, but they were actually somewhat disappointing, except for the Mexican vanilla ice cream and sopapillas. Overall, the Tex-Mex served here is a little better than average and they get a lot of things right. It was good and I'd come back, the service was actually good as well. Overall experience, parking, service and food 4* As for the business owners comments, I actually appreciate his remarks on the parking as it clarifies it for all of us. As a result of this clarification, I'll add half a star making it 4*. 3 1/2 stars is actually above average and worthy of visiting. Most things were well done, some things weren't. Glad to hear they do have a private room. For you future Elite yelpers, you may get this kind of response should you rate this place lower than 4*. read more

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Some of the best chips and salsa in the game, Mama Betty's is the way to go if you want to start the meal off right. The chips are light and crisp, with just enough air for puff. The salsas are both fresh and bright, perfect accompaniments to the food. I went with a Chili Rellano with barbacoa and it was a hefty stuffed pepper. The chili itself wasn't spicy by any means and nothing quite like eating a huge stick of fried, melty cheese. The barbacoa inside though was relatively bland I would say though - needs some salsa to brighten it up, but can appreciate it wasn't swimming in grease either. Cilantro lime rice and beans were standard but a welcome accompaniment. Service was a bit slow when we went despite it not being super busy, but maybe just an off day. read more

Ok, I was so surprised to be invited to this beautiful cozy Lil gem that is nestle right off Burnet rd. I have been a long time customer of Gloria's in the Domain and they have stopped happy hour but for some reason I kept giving them my business. Well now that Mama Betty has popped up on my radar I think I have found a new spot. Everything met my expectations from the staff, the service and the food and most important of all the margaritas. It was great experience. read more

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I had a chance to go here again last month with some friends for their Happy Hour and had a nice time! The drink and food specials were good. We got seated quickly as I had a reservation this time. Since I was seated inside this team vs. the bar last time I got to appreciate the fun and cool decor inside like the parrot chandeliers! I'm sure I'll find myself back here for some good Mexican food and a happy hour in the future! read more

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Headed to Mama Betty's after a day shopping around the Domain. Parking is a bit tight in the adjoining lot, but was able to get the last spot on a weeknight. Sat out in the heated patio since inside had a wait - was pretty comfortable and had a live band playing. Food came out fairly quickly and our waitress was attentive even with us being outside. Started off with chips and salsa and their creamy green dip really liked the salsa but thought the green dip was a bit yogurt-like. Got the chicken enchiladas and had them topped with queso which was really good. Also, the rice and beans were good. Pretty standard for Tex-Mex in terms of the flavors you'd expect only downside was the prices were a bit high for the type of food. read more

Mama Betty’s - Chicken ENCHILADAS TEJAS (GF) - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Mama Betty's Tex-Mex is a very fun spot with good food and great service to back it up. We recently came after a day of work to celebrate a coworkers retirement party and the staff was incredibly accommodating to our group. The parking situation is easy on arrival with a lot behind the restaurant and a garage next door. The place itself has a nice mix of modern and traditional Mexican feel to it with a decently sized menu to boot. It features a nice bar as well if you'd like to grab a few drinks instead of opting for the sit down vibe.The outside area was covered with lights and had walls that went up, which was a really beautiful and fun atmosphere. Our server was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our time there, which made us feel very welcomed. The service was amazing- I noticed that he, along with the other waiters, are extremely attentive toward the tables. For food we got the barbacoa enchiladas with a side of refried beans and lime cilantro rice, cheese enchiladas, some chips and salsa, and a tres leches cake to finish it off. Everything was delicious. The barbacoa enchiladas were a standout, very savory and a nice texture to the enchilada. Some places make their enchiladas feel so soggy but here it had just the right amount of heaviness to it. Likewise, the chips came with a salsa with a nice kick and this green crema that was out of this world. The only mixup was that we ordered a cheese quesadilla and got a cheese enchilada instead, but even that was still tasty. We honestly thought coming here we would have a fun little time after work and nothing more, but this place is seriously good. We aren't the biggest fans of Tex-Mex, but if it tastes like this place then maybe we need to change that. read more

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Had a great dinner date! The live music was good. They switched the TV at the bar to the game I wanted to watch and I was able to enjoy my dinner and watch the Spurs. Our waiter was helpful, speedy, and kind. We ordered the queso for an appetizer with our margaritas. It was very good. We also shared the combo fajitas for one. We are both only eating smaller portions so it was perfect for us but if you come with an appetite definitely get a bigger portion. The beef fajita was very tasty and tender. We enjoyed the chicken but both of us said we would just get beef next time. read more

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Amazing! We've become regulars! Evan, our waiter, was a super star! Great service, menu knowledge and warmth! Food was delicious and Jarad, the manager, was incredible. Kids love it, too. Their generosity and support of nonprofits is an example for all restaurants! read more

We are ENORMOUS fans of the OG Mama Betty's on Parmer, and the delicious Ninfa's on Navigation vibes that it transports us to, so we've been eagerly-awaiting our visit to their new offshoot on Burnet, and here we are! The vibe here is awesome! It feels modern and high-end, rather than the delightfully Casa Bonita flair of the Parmer location, but you know where you are when you see those classic parrot chandeliers! WYKYK, right? Thankfully, the menu is exactly the same, although, when we ordered our skinnies on the rocks, the server asked "regular or spicy", which I don't remember us ever being asked at the OG. We opted for the regular anyway. We're boring. As for the food, I got my usual Tacos à la Betty (one beef/one chicken), and hubby got his usual bowl of the Pozole Verde and a single crispy beef taco because...again...boring. LOL! Everything was just as STUPIDLY magnificent as Mama Betty's always is, and nothing's better than two Mama Betty's, so we're super-delighted to have this new option now! If you're looking for the best Tex Mex in town, seriously skip Matt's and head straight to Mama, y'all! Either one of them! Thank me later! p.s. Our server, Cassie, was just a doll! read more

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Mama Betty's grand opening was Thursday, 11/13/2025. What a cool vibe!...a mix of old and new. The old - terra cotta wall, hand painted Saltillo plates and marble bar counter top.. in the middle of the restaurant is a cool new, modern structure. In addition, there is indoor and door seating with retractable screens. Who is Mama Betty you might ask? She was hard working single mom who instilled a strong work ethic in her children. The restaurant name is in homage to her, I started my meal with chips and salsa + creams sauce. The chips are non traditional...almost like extremely light Fritos, I loved the crunchiness and light salt. Yummy! Next, I ordered the crispy taco plate (3 tacos) and it was delicious. The taco shells were similar to the tortilla chips. The lettuce and tomatoes were fresh and plentiful. The rice and beans came out hot. Important to note that, the refried beans were not oily and rice fluffy and not clumped together. The guacamole was chunky, flavorful and seasoned nicely. They ticked all the boxes for great Mexican food. Brad and Mendy, my servers, were extremely friendly and excited to share the Mama Betty's story. Excellent service!!! Mama Betty's also has a happy hour Mon -Fri , 3-6 pm with food and drink specials. Look forward to returning... read more

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Finally. Mama Betty's is open on Burnet Road and I could not be happier. This place has been teased forever and it lives up to every bit of it. The flautas are legit. The happy hour is honestly one of the best on Burnet and the whole spot just has that immediate good energy when you walk in. Indoor and outdoor bar setups make it super easy to hang whether you want AC or patio vibes. Service is quick and the whole place feels like it knows exactly what it is doing for a new opening. Only knock, the seat-back on their chairs is angled strangely. Bottom digs into your back... Austin needed this location! I am already planning my next stop. read more

Mama Betty’s - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

We picked this place as a lunch birthday celebration for my son. I'm glad we did, my daughter wasn't as eager as we were to try a new place but we convinced to give it a try. We are all so glad we did. Great ambiance, cool bar area and plenty of seating inside & outside (covered patio). Our waitperson was very courteous and quick to respond to our requests. I wish I had obtained her name. Super patient and always smiling. We started with a Jalapeño Cucumber Martini, my daughter ordered the Ginger's Lemonberry Martini, both very delicious. We also ordered the Carne Asada Fries, so very good except they came out with our food order (we really wanted as appetizer). Okay no worries, we still enjoyed the fries. I shared a cup of Pozole Verde, it needed a little salt and extra cilantro otherwise really good. The presentation is a show because they pour the broth at your table from a small pitcher. Cool My daughter ordered the Flautas de Pollo (Appetizer as a meal) and they were okay. Needed some hot sauce or maybe Queso as an accompaniment. My opinion. My son ordered the Barbacoa Tacos and those were really good. He ate his whole plate!! The meat was super tender and not at all overly greasy, which can be the case sometimes for Barbacoa. IYKYK Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our first experience at Mama Betty's already looking forward to a return visit soon. read more

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I loved this place! Tried to get in on a Friday night without success. 2 hour wait but we tried early on a Tuesday and there was no wait. Happy hour prices are fabulous. The entrees are huge and can be shared. Super fun atmosphere. Great service. Good for kids too. read more

Mama Betty’s - Indoor dining, veggie quesadillas, tacos SOPAPILLAS ALIYAH Mama's Mexican Martini, skillet baked cheese (fundito) - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Glad to have this place a lot closer to home...Great location with covered parking...free I think and Im sure they would validate if not...free for us that day. Place is super nice on the inside and the service is top tier....The food really hit the spot, but will say those prices keep creeping up...$19 for Enchiladas is pretty steep...But Barbacoa is a time consuming cook...Chicken is not and its the same price...We will be back because it is truly a spot we like. read more

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I am a first timer at Mama Betty's and where has this hidden gem been. I hear this is their second location and I was not disappointed! Let's just start by saying the ambiance is a great setup for a possible party or hosting event. It's big enough to cater to large parties but also comfortable and welcoming. That brings me to the service, when you think southern hospitality the workers here reflect that energy. The environment is light and inviting. So we know you all are here for the food and let's just say it exceeds expectations. I have been looking for a good Tex-mex place in Austin for 2 years now and so happy I was introduced. Mama Betty's offers fresh delightful comida (food). Was very pleased to be served freshly made flour and corn tortillas with my fajitas. Pico de gallo and Salsa (the red and the green) were amazing. The chicken and steak were both cooked to perfection. Not pictured, I also tried their queso as an appetizer. If you are looking for a Tex-mex place to enjoy or bring a party, highly recommend. I will absolutely be back! read more

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I was excited to try this place as I'd heard good things about it. We visited on a Saturday at 1:30 pm so the brunch menu was still available. Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. The chips were fabulous with little bubbles making them extra crispy! We ordered breakfast quesadillas, avocado tacos, tortilla soup, an el rancho bowl and chilaquiles. A different waiter brought the wrong soup to the table so there was a delay in serving the other entrees while that was fixed. My chilaquiles were an adequate but not generous portion and were barely warm when served. The dishes for the table must have been sitting for a while before they brought them out as no one had a hot plate. I'm a temperature eater so this had a big impact on my enjoyment of the food. I would try this place again as the flavors were good. read more

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I ended up here on a whim. My girlfriend said she wanted to try this new place so we drove on over for lunch. The exterior of the building has some awesome outdoor space. We sat outside which is a large covered patio. It was great, especially since it wasn't too hot outside. Even so, it's completely covered and have tons of ceiling fans. It's a pretty standard Mexican restaurant. You have you usual Mexican cuisine on the menu. I had the shrimp brochette appetizer, my friends had the vegetarian enchiladas and the tortilla soup and chicken flautas. Portions for lunch were large but everything was tasty and had great presentation. The staff was on top of it and never waited too long for my mimosa. read more

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We have been to the one up north on Parmer. The ambiance of this one is definitely nicer and more trendy. The food is exactly the same and always good. This is one of our favorite Tex Mex restaurants. The service at this location is also a lot better. I ordered the shredded chicken bowl, kinda like a burrito bowl but they call it something else. I would definitely come back here. read more

Overall, food was bland. I understand it's "tex-mex" but does that equal to unseasoned bland food? Once i added extra salt it was edible. The real star of the show were the chips and salsa. The green sauce they served with the chips was delicious and flavorful. The actual restaurant itself was very nice and the ambiance was cool, the lighting was dim. I didn't try the drinks. Would have loved to come back if the food was better. read more

Mama Betty’s - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Mama Betty's is a newer Tex-Mex spot and easily one of the better ones I've tried in town, definitely better than Chuy's. They hand-make their tortillas, and I'm pretty sure the tortilla chips are house-made too based on how they look and taste. The chips and salsas are excellent. I couldn't stop eating them before the food even came out. The green salsa especially stood out. I ordered the carne asada, which wasn't crispy and charred like I'm used to, but it was juicy and tender, so still very good. Service was a bit mixed, they initially lost our reservation, which led to a long wait, but once we brought it up, they seated us promptly. We finished with their churros, which were alright. With the authentic Mexican music and overall vibe, it's a place I'd happily come back to. read more

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Mama Betty's tops my list of Tex Mex options- it's not usually my top pick, but I really enjoyed my visit. It's very lively and colorful inside and there's an outdoor area that is a perfect spot for kids to run around. Service is very attentive and friendly. While they have nothing marked as vegan on the menu, my server was able to check and confirm with the kitchen that the Enchiladas Morocco are entirely vegan. I wish they would mark it that way-they only mark V for vegetarian options currently. I really liked them-fresh and delicious. The complementary chips they serve are also insanely good-better than most Tex Mex spots. My husband really liked the watermelon marg & non-veg enchiladas as well. Highly recommend!! read more

Mama Betty’s - Enchiladas Morocco - vegan - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Divine Tex mex. Anything with the fajita steak is amazing. Tried the enchiladas this time and they were perfect. One of the best queso fundidos I've had. YUM! read more

Mama Betty’s - Suiza enchiladas with chicken - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Okay! We now have another great Tex-Mex restaurant in the hood! We have never been to Mama Betty's before and wow, were we impressed! This new location on Burnet is incredible with seating outside and plenty inside. The "vibe" was electric with incredible service (our server was in fire), amazing margs and some of the best Tex-Mex around. The Elida's enchiladas and tortilla soup PERFECT! So glad to have them in the neighborhood! read more

This was our first visit to Mama Betty's, and it definitely won't be our last! Everything we ate and drank was absolutely delicious. The La Playa cocktail was especially refreshing -- perfect way to start the meal. I ordered the crispy beef tacos with beans and rice on the side, and they were fantastic. The flavors were fresh, satisfying, and exactly what I was hoping for. The atmosphere was great too -- we loved the music, and the friendly service made the experience even better. A special shout-out to our bartender, Gilbert, who was incredibly polite and mixed excellent drinks. We left already planning our next visit. Highly recommend! read more

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Nice atmosphere. Good chips & salsa. Only large groups can make reservations. We arrived around 6:30 on a Friday and it was an hour and a 1/2 wait. We decided to go next door to Foxtail and enjoy a cocktail. We were seated outside and the service was very good, we had the flautas and a quesadilla. Both were good. Their margaritas are also quite tasty and there is a large variety on offer. Glad to see Mama Betty's on Burnet Rd! read more

Wanted to stop by and give kudos to our waiter Evan who took care of me and my friends who were out celebrating my birthday. He was very attentive and made sure we had what we needed the entire duration of our visit. The food was great. We will be back! read more

The Food was very good, the green salsa was great and the house chips were good. Service was great drinks were great this is worth a try if you're in the area. read more

I really like their food but man , is the wait long. If you get there after 5:00, good luck. Update...Well, I am at 1 hour and 40 minutes wait...unfortunately, we are leaving, there are many alternatives. read more

Amazing service! Great food!!! Beautiful place with relaxing atmosphere. The music is awesome!!! Tejano music from the 80's, 90's and current. The adult beverages are strong and a reasonable price. Outdoor covered patio. Garage parking...Free. Validate with the restaurant. Great place to meet up with loved one's and friends. read more

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First time here with a couple recommendations from friends. An homage to the old school Ninfas that used to be here in ATX, except, now bougie. Won't be returning for several reasons in that their lack of organization from the hostess stand ("lost our reservation while on a wait") and thus waited their initial allotted time stated at :30-45, so after :60, checked back in and met with "we don't have you down" and told then :15-20. Finally sat and then waited another :15 to get greeted at all only to be met then with, your table isn't in our system...please wait. Buffering, buffering...patience, patience. Next to the servers inability to find how to load the table into her toast handheld. Not to mention a complete cluster Eff of not bringing us water, chips or even a "what for". That said, ambiance is great because it's a new building and the food is reminiscent of Ninfas...at double the price, so, come enjoy at your own peril for a $240 4 top evening at a casual Tex-Mex joint whilst skipping over the throes of many other joints who have their S together at a fraction of the price. Nope...you can keep it, cuz I'm not gonna come and take it. read more

Service was great. Food was excellent. They let me build my classic lunch combo - crunchy beef taco and verde chicken enchilada. Delicious marg. Great ambiance. Perfecto! read more

Mama Betty’s - Crispy beef taco and chicken enchilada with verde sauce. - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

I hate to leave a fabulous review because I want to keep it my own little secret. Brad, at the bar, is awesome...great energy, super funny, and attentive. The food was spectacular. Homemade and hot tortillas. Vegetarian-friendly. We WILL be back!! read more

Beef fajitas are delicious. Flour tortillas are awesome. Kid friendly. Will be back soon.