Happy 30th Wedding Anniversary to the greatest husband! My husband is a police officer and I'm a…read moreteacher. So I've planned and saved for our 30th wedding anniversary weekend for a year. Mike is a prayer warrior, a relentless advocate for loving one another, and the person who reminds me, by the way he lives, what it means to lead with faith and kindness. I am grateful for him every single day. For the life we have built, the storms we have weathered, the laughter we have shared, and all the ordinary days in between that somehow became an extraordinary thirty years. Maybe because Mike survived Covid while pacing his hospital room, or maybe because the border crossed his family who raised him in Falfurrias, choosing Tatemo made sense. Tatemo's birth during Covid, our relationship rebirth at the same time, culminated in our anniversary experience. We celebrated this milestone with our new friends at Tatemo, where Michelin-starred Chef Emmanuel was incredibly kind and generous. His entire staff exuded a warmth and joy that made us feel completely at home. Chef sent complimentary mezcal to the table, visited us multiple times, and his staff was attentive without being intrusive. It was a beautiful meal, a beautiful evening, and a beautiful way to celebrate thirty years together. The dishes were beautiful, a celebration of Mexican masa and Chiles. Each grew in complexity, each a nod to umami, salt, bitter, sour and sweet. My husband loved the barbacoa empanada, I loved the tuna starter - but we could both eat a meal of the beignets which were a side to the mole and NY Strip. And maybe we are simple folk...but we are grateful. And maybe that's why this meal beyond taste, beyond service, was so special. We celebrated a culture whose humble beginnings through grit and vision teaches us - we can elevate our experience to be shared with the world. Come in the spirit of celebration for others. They will celebrate you too. Lastly, we were shocked when Kat invited us to join the staff for a picture in the kitchen at the end of the night. Thank you, Chef and Company. Mike, thirty years down and I'd still choose you. Every time. Happy Anniversary. I love you. and thank you, Tatemó

This was an amazing experience. The restaurant is in like a hole in the wall spot. The inside was…read morewarm and welcoming but also elegant. The service is what you would expect from a Michelin star restaurant. The waiters were attentive and anticipated our needs with new silverware for each dish. The table was cleaned off anytime the servers noticed any mess. I appreciated how well each server knew the menu and ingredients, which enhanced the overall dining experience. At the end you also get to keep a menu of all of the items that you ate in the 10 course meal. My favorite was the tostada de tuna it had a chipotle spread on it which reminded me of a refried bean texture. The tostada was crispy and crunchy just like a tortilla chip. My second favorite was the quesadilla. I have never had a quesadilla like that before. It had a nice cheese pull and the guaca salsa that had flying ants in it. The guaca salsa had a creamy texture. The flavors gave a tangy taste which brightened the quesadilla. Overall, everything was amazing. It definitely exceeded my expectations.

So good! The tamales, flan, and ceviche are a must. Service is quick and good. Happy hour deal is a…read moresteal 3-6 Mon-Fri.

It was one of the great experience . Service was top notch , servers were well dressed and very…read moreattentive. Ambiance was great and well maintained . There is option of valet parking . We were five and half of them were vegetarian. Pan fried potatoes Tacos was very tasty . My son got two more . Presentation was awesome. Enchiladas was best . Fish was fresh and tasty . Churros was best I have ever had Cocktails were well thought .

This spot... just perfect. The food exceeded my expectation tenfold. Casa Ema wonderfully executes…read morethe basics very well (beans, fresh corn tortillas, etc.), which is hard to do in a bustling business environment! I ordered the: - Guava Donut 10/10. The cornmeal that was added to the donut is a fun textural component that gives the donut a nice bite. Paired with the lightly sweetened guava frosting?! Insane. - Papaya Salad 9/10. Papaya and yogurt together is such an elite pair. The granola provided a great crunch and the toasted pepitas stood out in this granola. Sooo good. - Pork Belly Tacos 10/10. This was quite a large portion! I would suggest ordering this and sharing since it came with 3 tortillas and plenty of meat to share. I absolutely think they nailed the corn tortillas - it didn't break on me when I held it, so the structural integrity was indeed there! Suggest to get there early or during the 'in between' hours (a little bit before 10am, just after 11:30am), since there's a good chance you'll be standing in line out the door. Parking is also limited, but you can park in the spots with a sign in the main lot for the urgent care (which is closed on the weekends). Loved this spot - need to come back to experience the other baked goods!!!

Quite a long line on the weekends but it moves fast. If you just want pastries and drinks, you can…read morego to the front and ask a staff member. You have to order before you sit and the seating is pretty sparse. Parking is a hassle because there's only street parking in a nearby neighborhood. We got chilaquiles and mole enchiladas. I really enjoyed the flavor of the chilaquiles. The horchata latte was really yummy but the matcha horchata was an interesting combo. For the pastries, we got guava lime corn dona and the carrot cake dona. Both were yummy! I like the corn bread texture. Overall, highly recommend for the food. Would definitely come back.

Anytime you greet me at the door, it's a plus! Another hidden gem in Houston, the customer is Grade…read moreA and the food along with soft and not too loud music playing to fit restaurant. I love the fact that they were ready with vegan options and they did not miss. My dish was the Bow tie pasta loaded with veggies and flavor that transport you what you would think fearing in Italy would be like. Me thinking I would need a doggy bag and my stomach saying not today. The food freshly prepared and served. Also my cup stayed filled as well. They also have sufficient parking at the facility, so no valeting or pay meters. This one definitely goes on the list of returns. So, until the next time!! Bye - Bye!

We had lunch at Candente on a random Thursday around 11AM. We were planning on going to the Museum…read moreof Fine Arts after lunch, so Cadente was perfect, as it was walking distance. I had the pick-two lunch deal and opted for a crispy beef taco and cheese enchilada. All pick-two lunch deals are served with rice, refried beans, and guacamole salad. We also split an order of the chile con queso. First, before you even order, they drop off salsa and a basket of chips, which was great. We did end up finishing the entire basket with the chile con queso that we ordered. The chile con queso was so good, exactly what I wanted - and also exactly what I want whenever I think of queso. Excellent. The crispy taco was really, really good. Think childhood taco Tuesdays, but done better. The meat was so flavorful and my taco was huge. My friend's chicken flautas were good and my husband's chicken verde enchilada was also really good. Excellent flavors.

My wife and I visited URBE for our monthly date night, and we had a GREAT experience from start to…read morefinish! The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for us to relax, enjoy each other's company, and have a nice evening out together. The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. We really enjoyed the overall vibe of the restaurant, and the service made the experience even better. Everyone was welcoming and attentive without making us feel rushed, which is something we really appreciate when we're out on a date. We make it a point to have a date night every month, so finding places where we can enjoy good food, good service, and a great atmosphere is important to us. URBE definitely delivered. We left happy, full, and already talking about coming back. If you're looking for a great Houston restaurant for a date night or just a good meal with someone special, I definitely recommend URBE. Five stars from us -- we'll be back!

We are always in search of the next best Sunday Brunch buffet in Houston, and this one did not…read moredisappoint. We didn't have a reservation but know if you have a small party and get there before noon, you can get in and out before the crowds come. For parties of 4 or more, it's best to make a reservation. We arrived and were quickly seated and greeted. It's a nice size and very clean, located in the gallaría Uptown strip. They have a lot to choose from; enchiladas, tamales, birria tacos, fresh chicharrón, soup, chilaquiles, elote', brisket, ceviche, salad, fresh fruit and a plethora of dessert options. I'm sure I missed some stuff, because it's a lot. There is definitely something for everyone. We have added then to the rotation and will be back in the future. Enter freely, they've been approved.

A coworker ate here and recommended it, so 2 of us came here to have dinner and were duly…read moreimpressed. I made a reservation and were seated on a larger table, which was great because we ordered a lot of food! The place is nicely appointed and had some great music playing, we ordered Margaritas and looked over the menu. We were served chips and creamy dip, spicy and delicious! I settled on the Empenadas, which is not usually on a Mexican menu, and they were fantastic! I ordered the fried Pompano for a main. The fish was perfectly cooked, moist and tender and delicious! Some of the best I have ever had and different than the usual red snapper. Our server Maria was fantastic, attentive and friendly, made our meal very enjoyable. If you are looking for Mexican Seafood, this is your place!

We ended up here for dinner before attending the symphony. I tried the fish and veggies while my…read morefriend had the chicken. Both meals were great. I opted for a moscow mule to accompany my meal. My friend had the churros for dessert. Octopus seemed to be a hot meal item and matched the decor in the restaurant. I wasn't quite ready to try it. Our server (Maria) was great and they were able to meet our timeline to get out in time for our commitment.

Been wanting to check this spot out for awhile. I never seem to find parking so we took a long…read morewalk to visit. Wellllll worth it. There was a long line at 10am on a Sunday for indoor seating. We sat outside which was fine after our walk. we got my coffee fairly quick. The menudo came out first. I don't usually like it. But I even went back for a bit more of that broth. So good with a bit of a kick. I had the chilaquiles. Omg. It was some of my favorite. The green had a kick. The red had amazing flavor. The flavors were so good and worked so well together. My husband also had a breakfast taco with breakfast. The flour tortillas were so good. Yes of course wife tax. :) My latte was good. Just remember that mazapan is peanut if you have a nut allergy.

The Parking was terrible. The lot next to them says its only for the store across the street and…read morethere is a clear sign on the fence that says Additional Parking in back. We parked in the back yet the parking attendant came to the table and told us it was only for Valet. We said we followed what the sign said and he asked for the keys. We gave the key and he apparently moved are car so close to the truck next to us and parked another car on the other side so close my very small very skinny daughter had to pull the car out for us to even get in. But that was all after the attendant had to move 2 trucks out of our way. They were very packed so we were expecting a wait but we had none. That was nice but we were seated at a table tucked into a corner right next to the window where the kitchen hands the food out. So our whole visit the wait staff was reaching over me to get food and drinks to tables. The coffees were great, the eggs were hard, the sauces were great, the Chorizo was Mediocre, and the potatoes were great. I loved the decor but the place is so small so its very loud. I'm glad i visited but I wont be back. Maybe grab an iced coffee or an augua fresca to drink (they looked amazing and refreshing) if I'm in the area but wont go out of my way to visit.

The world is full of Mexican restaurants…read more Most are some version of Tex-Mex in a family-friendly, relatively similar environment. Nothing wrong with that. Mexican Sugar breaks that mold completely. This is the most legit, wonderful, bougie, over-the-top Mexican restaurant I have ever been to, and I mean that as the highest compliment possible. This was my second trip to Mexican Sugar. The first was in Grapevine. After this visit to the Montrose location, I have officially decided that when I am in Texas, I will seek these places out. They are that good. First, dress up. I doubt there is an actual dress code, but this is not the place where I am showing up looking like I just finished mowing the yard. Come here to be seen. Come here to show out a little. The place is beautiful and has that kind of vibe. Second, the drinks. Hell yes. Fancy, creative, excellent, and impressive enough for even the person who has seen every ridiculous cocktail presentation imaginable. And then there is the food. My God, the food. The salsa and queso are legit AF. The street corn is heaven in a bowl. Get several orders. I am serious. One is not enough. The carne asada was amazing. Honestly, I could keep going, but at some point this review is just going to become me yelling about how much I love Mexican Sugar. I LOVE MEXICAN SUGAR. OK, YOU GET THE IDEA. WHY AM I YELLING? BACK TO THE REVIEW.... Service was excellent too. The place is huge and was absolutely packed, but our server stayed attentive and the food came out surprisingly quickly. Make a reservation. Park in the nearby garage. Dress nice. Order the drinks. Get the street corn. Then get more street corn. Who is ready for another trip to Houston? I'll book the reservation at Mexican Sugar.

We came during Houston Restaurant Weeks and took advantage of their dinner offer…read more I'll start off by saying it was well worth the price for everything we got! We weren't of fan of everything we ordered but we'd still come back again to try other things on the menu. The margarita was tasty- not too sweet, refreshing and it packed a punch without it tasting like straight up liquor. My salmon was delicious and cooked perfectly. I loved the bed of roasted veggies however, it was a smaller portion than I would've liked. My friend didn't like her enchiladas, the beef was more shredded like for a guisado instead of the steak fajita it said it was. Flavor wasn't really there. The chocolate cake was good but not the best I ever had. The tres leches was average. The space was cute, parking is best done in the garage (they do validate a percentage of the cost which came out to $5 bucks for me). Our server was great, fast and never made us feel rushed. Overall I would come back again to try something else- and get that margarita again!