If only I was given the opportunity to rate this restaurant on its food, unfortunately the girl in the window turned us away an hour and a half before closing time. Wouldn't and couldn't recommend a restaurant that truly seems to NOT want business. read more

the best breakfast tacos in town! The servers are always friendly and service is quick! Great outdoor & indoor areas to eat. read more

Read the reviews before we came to this restaurant and I have no idea why they have 3 stars. Everything was delicious and we had good service. Nice and cozy restaurant on this chilly morning. They even sell pan dulce by the register read more

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Walked in hopeful and was ignored as I waited to give my order. Lady at the counter had us standing there and then reluctantly took our order. Two bean and cheese tacos a burrito and 30 mins later everyone else got served before us including individuals who had just sat down. We were told to stand outside because our food was coming and my mother walked back in and was given cold food. Never tf again. Should've just waited until I got to htx instead of being profiled in this small town. read more

Maria's Mexican Cafe - Cold bean and cheese tacos that took 30 mins to make - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Texas

Great breakfast tacos and great service and friendly staff! I will try them for lunch soon!!

As far as a Mexican restaurant, this place is not! I would not recommend it. I've tried to eat here several times so it's not a one off type thing. I ordered cheese enchiladas and the cheese on the inside wasn't even melted, the enchilada sauce tasted weird also. It also has flies inside every time I go. read more

Maria's Mexican Cafe - I racked the unmelted cheese out of the enchilada, it wasn't even hot. - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Texas

I have not ordered anything but breakfast tacos on multiple occasions. They are large and delicious. Definitely try the Barbacoa taco. Those tacos are as good as it gets. read more

Set off to Houston at 3 am to pick up a trailer and on the way back looked up Maria's. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The food was good and we were the only people in there so that was nice. Not many choices between Houston and San Antonio but this place is worth the stop if you're headed down IH-10. read more

Maria's Mexican Cafe - a plate of food - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Texas

First time there. Tried the crispy taco plate and it was very good. Lots of flavor and tortillas stayed crispy and rice and beans were good as well. Chips and salsa were good as well and service was great. My boy tired the carne guisada taco and that was very good and very big. One taco was very fulfilling. Prices were fair too. Ambiance was nice and cozy too. Just wish they stayed open later. Would be a nice place to take the family for dinner in the evening but they close at 3:00pm. I highly recommend this small gem. Can't wait to come back and try their breakfast. read more

just terrible. We went through the drive-thru and I got a simple burger. The cooks completely forgot to put a main ingredient in there and we had to wait for nearly 20 to 30 minutes when we were the only one there. Personally I would not go there if i were you read more

I tired the breakfast taco and it was great...was in Columbus for 5 days and had taco for 4 of the days...definitely a place to get a taco...will return when I am in town read more

It was very very good! The street taco's are really good. The inside was closed due to the pandemic they did not allow us to eat in the patio. It was raining that day we ate at the car wash next door. It was delicious we will stop there again. read more

Yea, I would skip this place. It took the food over an hour too get out to us. They had no problem cranking out the orders in the drive up line. The food was mediocre. My son got a gotta and was super disappointed with how much meat was in it. The meat for my wife's fajitas had a strange texture. My brisket was just ok. Then the forgot the quesadillas. It took them just a couple minutes to get that out. Strange that we did not get them an hour ago. read more

Maria's Mexican Cafe - This place is a pass. - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Texas

The food was super salty, and otherwise bland. It was edible... The beans were pretty good, and vegetarian friendly. Everything else was not. Even the salsa was horrible, and not spicy. There isn't much around this area, but I still wouldn't eat at this place again if I ever find myself in the neighborhood. read more

I came by on a road trip with family and we ended up waiting 30 for our drinks and over an hour for our food. Nobody was helpful in getting us our food in a timely manner and the waitresses were rude. read more

A small family restaurant with authentic Mexican food. The breakfast burrito is an excellent choice.

Boring. No attention from the staff in the morning. Lack of spices. Had to ask for every typical condiment. Bad

I just came to hang out with the dog on their cute little patio. I only purchased two beers, one of which she held for me because my dog was being a nuisance. Not only did she look out on how we were doing, she brought me that second beer so I wouldn't have to leave the pup. People tend to overlook that kind of thing but I appreciated the awareness and anticipation of my needs. read more

I ordered 2 breakfast tacos at the drive through. Drove around building , went inside to save her a trip outside.The entire line of cars behind me went through. People came inside, getting orders and leaving with their food. I ask and she would say soon. After 20-25 minutes I left without my 2 tacos. I left wondering if it was discrimination... I hate to think that. I lived and worked with Mexican people for 30 years. During that entire time I never felt it. What is wrong with young people today? I was so disappointed . read more

Loved this restaurant! The food was great! The young lady who served us was great! Loved the mini tacos especiales and the gorditas! read more

Food is amazing and staff is always helpful & friendly. If you are looking for snazzy atmosphere, may not be for you. This is one of our favorite spots in Columbus read more

If you are looking for true authentic Mexican food then Maria's is the place to go. They have the best breakfast tacos around and the menu has great choices to pick from (including a buffet), all for reasonable prices! read more

Small Mexican restaurant that serves pretty tasty food. It's not the best Mexican food I've had, but I wasn't expecting that. They have your typical culprits: enchiladas, tacos, soups, fajitas. I got the Al pastor tostadas and was satisfied while my friend got the lunch buffet. read more

Friendly service in a local small setting. Food was very good. I would recommend giving it a try.

Great little hole in the wall restaurant!! Service is great and food is yummy. My family has had breakfast and dinner here and both have been great! Will be back again read more

Maria's Mexican Cafe - Menudo...yummy - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Texas

Love / hate relationship with Maria's. Love the food. Hate the wait. Order ahead if you can.

This place isn't worth your money, trust me I paid for 4 breakfast tacos = 15$ made of brisket fat, potatoes, and old eggs.

Great breakfast tacos. Nopal (marinated cactus), machacado, tocino, bean & egg, barbacoa, and on and on. No frills, just good quality Mexican. Definitely check out the green sauce. Sometimes more kick to it than others but always tasty. Service can be slow but you can order ahead and pick up through the drive-thru. read more

Maria's Mexican Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Texas

Came here as we were passing through Columbus , there was only one other car outside but we decided to give it a try anyway . The front staff was horribly rude , we waited 15 mins for Quesadillas side of rice and a crunchy taco and queso and chips . Queso was sticky and unmelted , quesadillas were cold and had refried beans in them when I didn't request that and the taco meat tasted old , the rice was pale with no flavor and was absolutely disgusting. I love Mexican food but this was horrible , from bad customer service to even worse food we will never come back . read more

This place was amazing!! The tacos were delicious, I highly recommend the asado and pastor. The staff was super friendly, and I would 100% come back again. read more

The fact that I have to wait for my food for an hour is bad. There was a lady sitting at a table behind us she got so tired of waiting for her service to pick up her family's dirty dishes that she picked up her own dishes and took them to the kitchen so the restaurant can wash them. The food was decent, but it was hard to enjoy because half of my order wasn't there! The food is what saved them from getting half a star. Also the kitchen didn't look sanitary. read more

This is probably one of the worst experiences at a restaurant I've ever had. I was passing through Columbus with my family and wanted to stop for lunch. Many of the other restaurants around were closed due to the holidays so we decided to give it a try. Worst mistake. Nobody greeted us when we came in. We were literally standing there lost until I, myself had to ask if we were supposed to seat ourselves. A useful tip - project a sign that says "please seat yourself". When we seated ourselves a girl came over and gave us menus. But wait, get this - she only gave the adults silverware. She didn't bother to give the kids any silverware (there were four of them). After that we got asked for our drinks and had to wait 5 minutes. They then came over with some chips - had to wait 15 minutes for salsa. Then we asked for more chips & they never came. The food then came out and to my surprise was actually not too bad. It was okay. But the service was HORRENDOUS! We had no napkins, no refills on drinks, and not to mention that the waitress never checked on us once after she came and gave us our food. To whoever reads this, please save your money and go elsewhere. The food isn't bad, but the service doesn't make up for it in any way. read more

Stumbled upon this place at random after I got tired of driving along Rt 10. Laid back place with the ambiance of a high school cafeteria. But my meal was great. I had a catfish dish recommended by the waitress. The fish was fresh and cooked to perfection. Smothered with all the tex-mex goodies that make my belt complain. Would come back again if I ever took a wrong turn from my New Hampshire home! read more

Small place, great homemade flour tortillas. Buffet or order from menu. Friendly staff.

Great food! Decided to give it a try because of outdoor seating and the good reviews. So glad we did. Hole in the wall but fresh and tasty!