I ordered chicken fajitas for $19 while having lunch there recently. The meal came with grilled chicken strips, rice, guac, pico, charro beans and sour cream served on a non sizzling plate with some corn tortillas on the side. Taste wise this meal was ok but it did not stand out to me. Kind of ho hum. The restaurant interior is attractive and perhaps this restaurant is better than a 3 star visit but that was my experience here. Our table service was good. I would consider returning. read more

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Greatest Tex-Mex in Houston! Fabulous breakfast tacos. The cheese enchiladas are exactly what you think of when you're thinking about the best cheese enchiladas. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Lunch at Moderno!!! Perfect lunch on a Friday! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

Not great. Tortillas are rubbery. Ordered Alhambra and got beef instead of chicken. Beef is like jerky.

Ordered online to go. Beware, they charge a $1.00 fee for online ordering. Huh? Ordered breakfast tacos, they were pretty good. Nothing spectacular but got the job done. The salsa was good. Can't comment on ambiance but seems fun enough during lunch. They have full breakfast and am intrigued by the waffle. Will be back, but won't be ordering online. read more

I'll start off by saying that I am intrigued enough to come back even if I give my first time rating 3 stars. You walk in and order straight at the counter where they have the menus printed out and there's a huge chalkboard of their most popular items on it. The cashiers were attentive enough but not exactly enthusiastic or attentive when I mentioned it was my first time. The food came out after 8-10 minutes? Not bad. My husband's Enhilada plate came out VERY HOT and super fresh but mine...just looked and tasted like it did not. I had the fajita steak added to my Migas and it was very tough to cut through but also a steak knife would've been nice (I only had a regular dinner/butter knife). It also came out Medium (and Rare in some parts) temperature which I enjoy but it was a little concerning since they didn't ask for my meat temp and I didn't notice if it was written anywhere.. The shredded cheese on my eggs were unnecessary and the eggs were a little bland. All in all I felt like my food was very underwhelming and I had to rush to eat before it got too cold. Although my Migas weren't great, I would still come back to try other things for lunch time. read more

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I don't know why my total came out to be $20.97. The breakfast taco plate was $9.99 plus upgrade of fajita meat additional .50 each. Plus tax is less than $13.somebody explain to me. There was a language barrier so I didn't ask. I also thought she said $12 something till I looked at my receipt after and saw $20. What the heck Anyway, tacos were bland. The eggs needed seasoning. Potato and beans were good Edit: I called back hoping I get somebody that could help. The lady said she changed it to $11. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

Walked in in a Sunday mid morning, ordered 11 breakfast tacos. All freshly made! Delicious and the green sauce was spicy good and the red salsa was a mild cooldown after the green! Definitely will go back again! read more

We stopped in here on a Saturday morning for breakfast tacos. I had been here years ago and forgot why I didn't return sooner. Good looking restaurant. Beautiful bar area. Friendly staff. It's the food! It was all very bland. It's like they don't have any peppers or spices in the kitchen. This is supposed to be Tex-Mex! Burn our mouths!!!! Even the salsa was ridiculously mild. Maybe it's the clientele's tastes in this area that they're trying to cater to? I don't know. But, I have noticed some of my favorite Houston restaurants have become bland in recent years. I figured it's the new people moving in. Most of the wild people are moving out, really old, or dead. Gone are the giant jars of vodka filled with peppers and people drinking shots. Much less, jackass shots (where bravery is proved by pouring a shot in the eyeball). Anyways, I digress. My point is that people have changed over the years. Mediocrity seems to be pulse of today's society. Maybe the good days are gone just like the old Merle Haggard song, Are the Good Times Really Over (I Wish a Buck Was Still Silver)? If you're a boring, bland individual, you will love this place. I'll probably go back and try the margarita with sangria swirl. Make it a double! read more

My husband and I went there and ordered their Houston Restaurant Weeks menu. It is a great price for 2 people, but you get what you pay for. The tortilla soup was very good and our waiter was great! However, the rice is bland, the boracho beans are smoky, and the cheese enchiladas have a beef gravy sauce instead of a traditional red chili sauce. The place looks nice but it is evident from the restrooms that this place never gets any deep cleaning! We might have returned just for the tortilla soup but after seeing the restroom, it made me wonder about the cleanliness of the kitchen. I'm sorry to say that we will not return here and I would not recommend it. read more

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What a cute place! I love their vibrant decor and use of sugar skulls on the cute menu and in the actual restaurant. The space itself has many seating options, including a patio in the back. They also have a semi-separate room with a long table to accommodate larger groups. I thought this was a walk-up and order type place, but to my surprise, it was a sit down, server brings chips, and takes your order type place. I was very happy with this. I'm not always fond of the walk-up and order type places. The service was great! We arrived around 5:15 PM, so it wasn't too crowded yet. The bar is right near the table seating, so it can get a little loud. There was a larger group in the bar area this night, so we had a little bit of a hard time hearing each other at our table. Our server brought us chips and salsa. The chips are a medium thin and the reddish-brown salsa is served warm. Love that! We had a couple cocktails and enjoyed a delicious quesadilla. Our server was very helpful in making our requests for a combination chicken and beef quesadilla. It was the perfect appetizer to split since we weren't terribly hungry. It was not only filling, but very tasty! I usually like beef better than chicken at Mexican restaurants, but their chicken was fantastic! I liked the beef too, but I was very surprised how much I liked the chicken too. Very tender and seasoned well. Drink prices are decent. They make a pretty good Ranch Water. Food prices are good too. Our bill was fairly small because we split our meal. We will definitely return! The flare is fun, the parking is convenient plus plentiful, the restrooms were spotless, the service is great, the food is terrific, and the energy is good. Really enjoyed our time! read more

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A little salt would go a long way. I've enjoyed Moderno Tacos +Tex-Mex since it opened but have not eaten there in a long while. Dropped in to grab a couple breakfast tacos on the way to work this morning. Friendly counter service and a reasonable wait time for food. Unfortunately, both the chorizo/egg and potato/egg breakfast tacos were surprisingly BLAND. The red salsa? Meh. The green salsa? Will blow out your taste buds. Not inspired to return to try the delicious-looking chicken-poblano quesabirria featured as a new menu item. read more

Moderno is very good & not badly priced. The Customer service was great. The tacos were delicious & the avocados were fresh. My only gripe is the rice and beans were bland. Add more seasoning to the recipe. Other than that, a taco spot everyone should try. Add more seasoning to the recipe. Other than that, a taco spot everyone should try. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Menu - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Nice place to have lunch during the workday Order at the counter, and no chips and salsa I ordered the cheese enchiladas, they really emphasize the cheese, not as much enchilada sauce Service was average read more

Ahí Tuna Salad was delicious and the dressing was light and clean. I'll be sure to come back and get my taco fix - they looked amazing.

Love their breakfast tacos! Super tasty and super filling. If I could eat theme every day I would. Always fast service / short lines in the mornings. read more

The food is good asked for medium rare for well done, not to much flavor and my fork and spoon had water stains. Other than that it's good. Service is friendly. Place seems a bit crowded tables to close. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Fin de Semana Burger* - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I stopped for the first time for breakfast tacos at Moderno. The place is bright and festive in ambiance. I was warmly greeted by staff and handed a breakfast menu. As I read aloud the lady gave a recommendation on the carne guisada. I ordered a bean & cheese taco and a carne guisada (no egg) taco. The food came out pretty quick. The tortillas had a nice, light crisp. There was no skimping on the beans & cheese as seen when it squeezed out the back end. This taco was very filling! For lunch I had the CG taco and was equally as pleased. The taco was very flavorful. To my surprise my first bite was a thick but soft slice of carrot which I loved! It didn't taste like carrot; the rich spice is what stood out. I passed on using the salsa as it was meh and would not have added anything. I did use the HOT green sauce sparingly with the guisada. I'll definitely return for breakfast as well as dinner to test out more of the menu and the Rita's! read more

Excellent food and service. Perfectly done egg breakfast tacos... super yummy refried beans and skillet potatoes. fresh pico and salsas. I'm so glad I found this place. The menu has some great items. Chilaquiles! I can't wait to try! And tortilla soup, etc. Very generous portions. read more

Oddly enough I have never heard of this place. My cousin lives four minutes down the road and he is barely telling me about this place. Not sure why this is never been on our radar. I really like the decoration on the inside. It kind of reminds me of the restaurant ambriza in louetta. They did a good job decorating the store. Management and the wait staff needs to pay attention to the clients. My cousin and I were waving our hands to try to get their attention because we had a question about the brisket taco we ordered and they simply would not even make contact. They were so busy talking among some cells that they were not watching the floor. That was very frustrating a disheartening to see. The food was pretty decent. It wasn't the best it was the greatest very middle of the road but impact a lot of flavor. I got two ground beef tacos and one brisket taco. The brisket taco was pretty decent. If I ever go back there again I will have to try the Fajita Al Carbon. read more

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We tried this place for the first time today, based on good things we've heard. The food was excellent. My wife had the basic crispy tacos, and couldn't stop raving about how fresh everything was. The lettuce and tomatoes were obviously just prepared this morning. Recommended. read more

Great happy hour! I had their quesadilla and guacamole along with a margarita. Everything was top-notch. read more

Excellent tacos and service! Eat here weekly and came in for happy hour, can't remember the prices but we all enjoyed beer, shots, frozen and on the rocks and margaritas. read more

Great service. Went for the breakfast tacos. Only complaint is there is maybe two whole eggs for one taco - one taco is more than enough for this gal! read more

Stopped by for lunch - Counter service Extremely clean and well lit Service was excellent throughout the meal Ordered the burger and fries ($14 before tip) - fresh veggies, toasted and buttered bun and extremely flavorful and thick patty that was cooked just right. Will definitely be a regular for lunch when working in the area. read more

I was working across the street when hunger striked. The place looked appealing from across the street. You order at the counter. Colorful skulls adorn the whole place. The limeade is not too sweet. The staff was pleasant. I noticed a semi private room where you can gather friends. They have happy hour until 6:30 p.m. I took a star off because the tortillas for my quesadilla were tough and greasy. They were abundant and I will definitely return. I hope to have better luck with the tortillas next time. read more

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Tucked into an unassuming strip center right off the Beltway, this place has absolutely fantastic cuisine. Deep, yet supple, flavors that are complex and comfortable at the same time. The best Huevos Rancheros I have ever tried, going back 40+ years. Found it on Yelp, couldn't be more impressed. Thank You! read more

Friends suggested we try Modernos for a change of pace from our usual stops. We were seated promptly, and drinks were served right away. One of our group ordered a margarita. On the small side and just "ok". Nothing special. The chips were in the thicker side, almost baked-like. Not as heavy as they looked. The salsa was excellent. Perfect consistency, warm with just the right amount of spice. Our dinner was served promptly and very warm to Hot. Around the table were enchiladas that looked very good. My fajitas nortena were packed with cubed beef and chicken and some grilled onion. The seasoning is what threw me. Cilantro in fajitas? I was expecting strips of chicken & beef with traditional seasoning. Not bad. Just not what I expected. The tortillas were soft with just a bit of firmness to hold their shape. Is Modena my new favorite? Nope. But for a change of pace it's pretty good. And it just may make you love your favorite Tex-Mex joint a little more. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Fajita Norteno. Chicken & Beef - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

I want to commend Roberto and Gloria(morning crew) for their incredible service, attention to detail and the order always being ready on time and of incredible quality. I call on Physician clinics and have very picky offices regarding Mexican. There is not one physician clinic worker that did not rave about their breakfast. Simply one of the top 5 bkfst taco places in all of Houston. Roberto and Gloria make my life easy with their talents and hard work. Grant Hixson read more

I work nearby so it's really convenient. Breakfast tacos are full and delicious. Chicken quesadilla is so good and bigger than the average. Service is always great and food comes out quick and fresh. read more

Great Food Joint, super clean great music playing and the Street Tacos were stupid GOOD.... Service was excellent friendly staff as well. They serve alcohol, beer, wine and fresh made margaritas. Kid friendly place and I can imagine at peak hours this place could be hopping !! Tacos were fresh and Mexican rice on point... Ordered the guacamole which was fresh and tasty and they brought a warm ( temp) salsa which was terrific. Make time to come by and pick something off menu you won't be disappointed. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Fresh guacamole and salsa and their street tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came in for a quick bite and ordered the chicken fajita tacos. For the price I was expecting to get something better. The food was meh. Would have gotten better and cheaper tacos from a taco truck. Only good thing was that the salsa comes out super hot. read more

This is my first time coming here, and of course I discover this place as I'm moving away. It was a little empty but I was okay with that, as I was dining alone. I like how they give you water in a togo cup. The margarita was okay. The chips and salsa were good. The birria tacos are new to their menu, and I love birria so I was torn. I end up getting that. It was so rich, crispy, cheesy and delicious. The green sauce was spicy but I love it. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Margarita de Casa frozen - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Horrible..the only thing worth getting here is their margaritas, they're hood and strong. You'll need it though to choke down their god awful rubber chicken breast. We live within walking distance and would come here for couple years, have drinks and food, walk home. The food got so bad we quit coming, it's just awful in every aspect. Would maaaaaybe still order breakfast tacos. read more

I come here once in awhile since is quite proximal to where I work. I usually stick with the taco dishes and across the board, the food here is meh, ok at best, compared to many of the other Tex Mex locatioins in Houston. read more

I love their street tacos and the enchiladas. My family and I visit often. I enjoy the ambience and Mexican decor. Service is always great! Music in Spanish will fit better with the whole restaurant theme. read more

Been at least three times so far and all were great experiences. Breakfast tacos are yummy. Servers are friendly. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Potato egg and cheese taco. Delicious! Love their warm roasted salsa on table with chips too! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Way overpriced, the food wasn't even good and it was cold. The interior is nice, but what is the point if the food isn't good. Very disappointed. read more

The first time I visited this supposed family friendly restaurant, the management was cursing loud in the dining area. That was a few years ago. I gave this place another chance and another. Today, they served up raw chicken in the quesadillas and raw chicken in my 13 year old daughter's chicken tortilla soup (which had no tortillas). My burger? I spit it out. We requested that it not be chatted because they had Eva bad habit of burning their burgers. Medium, please. Not charred please. Instead it was burnt like it came right out of the depths of hell, dried up beyond belief. What sin did this meat patty commit? From hell, to my mouth, to the trash. How can I trust these guys anymore? If you like going to Vegas and playing craps, this might be the place for you. read more

Moderno Tacos + Tex Mex - Raw chicken in two meals - Tex-Mex Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Absolutely loveeee the breakfast tacos here!!! Staff is so friendly and remember their regulars :) Have nothing but good things to say about their breakfast, hands down the best read more

Really, really yummy! Great service- mega win finding this place before we went to the escape game! read more

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