Been going here for years and the quality still remains. From the fajitas to the combination plates…read moreto the margaritas - they are consistent in the quality and always a favorite with the family. Their service is responsive and always graciously refill the chips and drinks. We've never had to wait long for our food either. Also ask for fresh tortillas as they're always making them. They're worth it. The atmosphere is lovely without being overly loud. I'd always recommend this place to people asking where to eat if they're coming out of town.

We came here on a random Monday and this place was not packed. The service was quick and she was…read moreknowledgeable and helpful. Even though it was not packed, it was still lively and the portion size was perfect for 1. It is a great place to go on a random night, catch up with friends, or if you want to get away from the overcrowded Houston Restuarants that are more about looks than flavor. Blackberry Mojito: 10/10.. Perfectly balanced.. it is mixed well and is sweet enough Lime Beef Fajita: 8/10... The meat was perfectly tinder and had the right hint of lime. I did have to add salt to it.

Fajitas: 4.3/5. Amazing beef fajitas. Incredibly juicy and…read moretender. Service: 3.5/5. Nice attentive wait staff.

The margarita was fantastic and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. We also ordered the…read morefajitas, which were excellent. The steak tasted like a higher-quality cut than what you typically get at most spots. It is a bit more expensive than what I'm used to paying for Tex-Mex, but the quality and generous portions help justify the price. Service was friendly and helpful throughout the visit, and I also like that they offer a convenient to-go area in the back.

Empanadas were amazing! Great food and great service!…read more Highly recommend. We will be back

Guys the foods good, but they clearly don't care about the employees. Restaurants nice, but I'm…read morehere during happy hour and it's empty. Employees sitting in the booths waiting to serve people. If you pay minimum wage, expect minimum output from your employees. Bartender was great but I can tell he wants some money. That's why it costs to get extra salsa!!! Cmon, it's a Mexican restaurant, who has to pay for extra salsa???? Pay them better!! Ambiance was nice of course, Spanish music and quiet atmosphere. Food was great but lord have mercy if you're still expecting people to output giving them $14 an hour plus tips you need to go to hell!! Been coming to Molinas since the Joses dip as a child. This place needs some work!!!!!! 2/5 if I could give it. Get it together the foods great, but pay your employees!!!! CMON MAN

Was in the neighborhood with my girlfriend so we decided to have lunch here on a whim,…read more We were instantly met with cheery disposition, reasonable prices & some baller food. This was the first visit for both of us, but the atmosphere felt like we had been coming here with each of our families for years. To say it was a pleasant experience, would be a major understatement.

I'm a special education teacher who recently took my Life Skills class on a field trip to Little…read moreMatt's in order to practice placing an order, making a payment, table manners, etc. I truly have nothing but wonderful things to say about our experience. The owners, manager, and other employees present were so patient and kind with my students as they placed their orders. The food was also delicious (I got a chicken sandwich) and my other coworkers were also very pleased with their meals. We had the best experience!

2.8 - Enchilada, Beef Ground 4.7 - Flauta, Chicken…read more(4.7V/3.8M) 4.7 - Quesadilla, Beef 4.5 - Queso, with Beef Fajita 4.3 - Taco Al Carbon, Beef Fajita 5.0 - Taco, Crispy, Beef Ground (5V/3.7M) SIDES 3.0 - Beans, Charro 2.5 - Rice (2.9M/2V) 2.5 - Veggies

I love this restaurant! We've been here many times as it's so close and has delicious Tex-Mex fare…read more I was surprised scrolling through my camera roll that I could not find any food pictures, so I'll describe them! This spot is VERY busy on weekend nights - so much so that it might be up to a 30-40 minute wait. They don't do reservations, so you add your name to the waitlist when you arrive and they'll give you a time estimate. On slightly less busy nights you can take a seat at the bar as you wait, or relax outside as they have a small garden area. More likely however, you may find yourself walking around the complex as there's a Kroger nearby. Once your table is ready, you stop by the host's station who will lead you to your table. We've enjoyed the booth seating the most but they have many options. If you have a large party I would definitely call ahead - we had a graduation lunch here once and they were very accommodating. The servers have always been fantastic - very kind and they check in on you frequently. We find the Platos Especiales to be very filling and have usually split one of those amongst the two of us. The Tex Mex dinner is one of our favorites. Last weekend we opted for the Tacos Al Carbon with beef which were fantastic. We've also tried the fajitas here which are absolutely delicious as well. The meat is always well seasoned and tender. They give you complimentary chips and salsa - the green is one of our faves and we will snack on it throughout the night. The margs are also delicious and are a go-to. I hear they have a happy hour with reduced marg prices which sounds like a steal, but we've only been here after happy hour timings. Definitely check this place out. Great for date night, girls night, family night - you name it. There's always a birthday or two being celebrated on a weekend night. It's just so festive, colorful, and fun!

Here I go again. Was…read moreat the City Centre location a week ago and here we are for our monthly team lunch. Reservation for 8 at 11 am on a Friday. It wasn't too busy so the service was fast. The server was excellent and the manager (super short hair) was so welcoming and friendly. Chips and salsa. I love their chips. Salsa isn't very spicy so everyone could enjoy. They also have a green cilantro sauce that was yummy. They have lunch specials. Order: build your own plate - choice from several entrees and 2 sides $11.99 Chicken quesadilla (4/5) - 2 pieces of deliciousness, the tortilla was tender and crisp at the ends and the chicken filling and cheese ratio was perfect Chicken flautas (4/5) - 2 flautas stuff with chicken, the flautas were crisp to crunch and filled with chicken to the brim, topped with a guacamole mix Sides: Rice and garlic spinach - rice is mid, the garlic spinach was good, could use more garlic (Asians and our garlic love ) Overall, we had a nice experience. Everyone enjoyed their food. I didn't try the tortilla soup but my boss has it with chicken and raved about how good it was. She also ordered their salmon salad and said it was good.

On Valentine's Day, had to cancel a reservation because we were running late (severe thunderstorms)…read moreand Cyclone Anayas had availability. That should have been a clue. The food is good, but tastes more like casual homemade good. I had the mole which was satisfying but tasted just like any storebought jarred mole The real issue? Ambience. We were seated right by the kitchen. At some point we heard someone yelling loudly kn the kitchen looking for a chef. Several minutes later, loud cursing in Spanish from the kitchen.

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!

This place was AWESOME!! I was in Houston visiting...and just found this place on Yelp…read more The service was great, the place beautiful, the flautas great, rice and beans were on point. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food, this is the place.

A Cali girl-lala enjoying some Tex Mex…read more While in HTX I was able to meet up with a friend from college. He mentioned margaritas (not pictured) and food! So we met at Candente. Upon walking in the restaurant was clean it was pretty packed for a Wednesday night but the aroma of the food! OMG! Our server was really nice and patient because my friend and I talked for about 30 minutes before we finally ordered our food. He has the beef enchiladas with rice and black beans. He cleaned his plate...literally not a grain of rice in sight! I had the smoked chicken verde enchiladas and WOW! What an amazing dish. I consider myself a Mexican food connoisseur especially being from California. I have always said Tex Mex?.....eeeeyuck! But Candente has changed my tune! I will definitely be back to visit when I return!

Glowing red. Burning. Candente…read more Let me start by saying that I'm not into Mexican food unless it's an auntie or grandma making it at their house. I prefer traditional homemade Mexican food but here we are. (Oh I googled and suggested this place lol) Went in for a team lunch on a Friday. Coworker's birthday lunch and she wanted Mexican. Party of 9 and we were seated promptly. They have a lunch menu and a happy hour as well as a full menu and full bar. The interior was nicely decorated. And open. There is bar seating and patio seating as well. Our waitress was Aisha and she was amazing. Friendly, helpful and patient. And able handle our large group and a few more tables with a smile. There were a variety of options. Salads, fajitas, nachos, enchiladas, etc. Also complimentary chips and salsa. My Order: chicken tortilla soup, lunch fajitas combo - chicken and beef. Chicken tortilla soup (3.5/5) - it was a bit salty for me but I am not a salt person so most things are salty to me; everyone else said it was tasty, there were tons of shredded chicken, avocado pieces, tortilla strips Fajitas - combo (4/5) - chicken was seasoned well and the beef (medium rare) was perfection and so tender and juicy, mexican rice was fluffy, and normally I would pass on the beans and get extra rice but my coworker suggested the charro beans and wow, that was a win - the seasoning was great, there were chunks of meat and the texture was nice, the only thing that could have been done better is the flour tortillas - they over-charred them making them too crispy and left them with a burnt taste. A couple of people got the elote salad and raved about it. So that will be a next time try. Def will be back. Everyone enjoyed their meals and some even ordered food to go. Would recommend.

The food and the service are consistently good! If you are…read moreeating at Little Pappasito's Cantina, do yourself a favor and ask for Ethan. He is one of the best servers we've ever had. He anticipates what we need before we even have to ask, keeps everything running smoothly, and somehow manages to make it seem effortless. What really sets Ethan apart is his positive attitude and genuine connection with guests. He remembers details, offers great recommendations, and brings a level of enthusiasm that makes the entire experience fun! It's no exaggeration to say he's one of the main reasons we visit nearly every week. If you're looking for great service and consistently great food, we highly recommend both Ethan and Little Pappasito's Cantina.

Went with family on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Had a reservation. Lucky to find a parking…read morespace. That was the good part. Seated at a large round table. Ordered queso, guacamole and fajitas with flour and corn tortillas, quesadillas and a side of grilled veggies. Fairly straightforward for a Mexican restaurant. So, then we waited and waited and waited. Eventually got a few glasses of water, some plates and some silverware. Not enough for the entire party. I guess they were washing the plates and cutlery. The chips and salsa and queso came out with the guacamole. Still waiting for plates for a few in our group. Don't worry they told us. We will bring out more plates and silverware with the fajitas. Then the quesadillas and fajitas came out with the beans and rice, but no tortillas. No flour tortillas. No corn tortillas. And no extra plates. Still washing dishes?? So we kept waiting as we ate in shifts. Like being on call. But we were just a large family seated together at a round table. Eventually, they brought us more silverware so we weren't eating with spoons and they brought out large plates. Like oversized entree plates for our fajitas. We ordered fajitas to go, but there was so much food on the table that we asked for to go boxes. Once. Twice. Three times. Went to the hostess and even to the manager. Still they refused to bring me boxes to take the food to go. My family got impatient, so we finally left. So much food waste. Would have been good for lunch the next day. We LOVE the Original Pappasito's on Richmond and Hillcroft. There is a difference. Worth it to drive not to deal with this lack of customer service. So surprised.

Great food, wonderful service! The manager and staff are fantastic! One of our "go to favorites"!read more

All lotions of this place are Mostly closed which that…read moreMeans that is a terrible business or a car crash . The food here is disappointing and rubbish and super chewy and cold and not cooked all the way . The staff here and at all locations are the worst of the worst needless to say . The prices here your over paying to much for crappy food and service. Overall i definitely see why locations are closed and honestly more should wrap it up .