Had a nice quiet meal to myself place is kind of tight but nonetheless the pho was great! Staff was…read morevery attentive and polite.

10/10 this is the best pho place in laredo. The staff? They make you feel at home. Best place,…read moreawesome vibes. I have been here multiple times, I would recommend for anyone wanting to get pho in laredo

So I went here with some work colleagues earlier this week. Let me first start off by saying don't…read moreeven look at the pastry department as soon as you walk in or else you won't move on towards the entrees. I had one of the lunch specials, the chicken poblano. All I can really say about the chicken and the pasta is, if there were a glimpse into culinary heaven, or chefs to cook for the good Lord, this would be one of the delicacies on his menu.

I ordered a blta. There was more than enough bacon and avocado on my sandwich. It made it feel like…read moreyou were actually eating a huge sandwich. Overall, the service was good and the ambience made you feel like you were eating in a diner. My overall experience was really good here.

Hokkaido is definitely worth a visit! The New Years Roll was outstanding--one of the best rolls…read moreI've had--and the crispy spicy shrimp was absolutely delicious. I'd honestly go back for the shrimp alone. The gyozas were really good too, especially with the amazing spicy dipping sauce. The peanut noodles and fried rice were just okay, but the standout dishes more than made up for it. Service was good, and while the restaurant is on the smaller side (so it can get a little loud when other guests aren't mindful), the food is what really shines. Can't wait to come back!

General chicken was delicious, very crispy. Especially when you dine, it's hot fresh and crispyread more

My parents live a ways away but make the trip, passing several other locations…read more This is a larger location but the staff is friendly and quick. They love the Menudo, its is pretty great. The small portion was perfect because they are very generous. I find in Laredo everyone has the tortillas de harina (flour) with their meals. I must agree. If you're ever in the south of Texas you should check out Danny's Restaurants.

Two words: THEIR ENCHILADAS. This was the place we used to come to when I was growing up and I…read moreLOVED their enchiladas. It's been at least 10 years since I had them - I went this weekend and OMG what a wonderful moment. They were delicious and I miss them already. For reference, if you've ever watched Ratatouille, when the critic tastes the food and gets a perfect flashback of his childhood enjoying his food -- that was me after trying them. 10 years later and they still have my heart.

The food is great! The service is wonderful and family friendly, and it's chilly in there so take a…read morejacket!

I love McAlister's Salads but this location has a terrible smell that is a total turnoff. It's a…read moresewer smell that is so strong I can't stand to eat there. If it smells that bad, it makes me wonder how clean the food prep is.

Quick and courteous service. Home cooked REAL Mexican food! Fast and hot! Homemade corn, flower…read moreand wheat tortillas, delicious! Don't be fooled by its location. It's clean and they have a bar and dance hall after 7pm Thursday to the weekend! (When posted 5/14/2025).

I could not believe how bland the Crispy Tacos and the Encinitas were. I expected so much better a…read morestone's throw from the border. Better off going to the Stripes Laredo's Tacos down the street.

I was really looking forward to eating at Magnolia's Cafe after getting some recommendations from…read morefriends. Came here with my wife and my parents to celebrate my mother's birthday. Unfortunately, Magnolia's fell short of my expectations. The brunch at Magnolia's has potential, but the service really let it down. Our server was inattentive to our needs and did not know the menu well. To make matters worse, my wife's order came out completely wrong even though she was very clear about what she wanted. I had the chilaquiles verdes, which were okay but not anything special. Based on the items in the menu, the restaurant seems to not know its identity. is this a Mexican restaurant or American brunch? The overall experience was underwhelming.

I was in town for business and on the recommendation of a co-worker came for a late supper. The…read morerestaurant wasn't busy at the hour I visited but I am told that it is crowded for breakfast and lunch. The waitress was quick to bring the menus which included an all day brunch menu or a dinner menu. I opted for the dinner menu though there were a lot of tasty looking brunch options. Drinks were quick to follow and calamari was ordered as an appetizer and the chicken piccata was calling my name. We didn't wait long for the calamari which were huge rings fried well with a fantastic marinara dip accompanying. My work partner ordered tortilla soup which looked and smelled wonderful and which he enjoyed. I have had my share of chicken piccata. It's one of my favorite dishes. I have eaten it around the country and across several European countries in well established restaurants. The chicken piccata created here is the absolute best I have ever eaten. The sauce was perfectly thickened with just the right acid levels. Not too many capers. The chicken was moist on the inside and crisp on the outside. Served over house mashed potatoes with grilled asparagus. The serving size was perfect and I was perfectly satisfied with the amount. Let me reiterate. The chicken piccata here is better than I have ever had anywhere. The chef, who we met, is humble and talented. We presented us a tasting of a smoked brisket that he will be serving at another of his restaurants in town. The smoke ring was visible in the slice, the meat was absolutely tender and moist and the flavor explodes. I hope he also decides to offer it at this location too. $35 plus tax and tip for a deliciously cooked meal that I will remember. I will make the drive when I am close to Laredo to eat here again. Everything from service, food, ambiance - Magnolia Cafe & Grill has it. Try it. You'll be pleasantly surprised. I was.

El Quinto Sol was such a pleasant surprise to find in Laredo. As an all-vegetarian restaurant, it…read moreimmediately stood out to me because I don't always expect to find places like this outside of larger metro areas. But this visit reminded me that smaller cities can have really diverse, inclusive, and thoughtful food scenes too. The menu has so much to choose from. There are plenty of classic plant-based American-style dishes, but what I loved most was the large selection of Hispanic-inspired options, including tacos, burrito bowls, and other dishes that felt connected to the region. I ordered the fishless tacos, which came with three tacos filled with soy-based "fish," purple cabbage, avocado, and chipotle sauce, served with a bowl of lentil soup. It was a massive and very filling meal, especially with the protein, avocado, and soup. The space itself was clean, spacious, and inviting without being overdone. It was pretty busy when I went for lunch on a Friday, which was great to see. They also brought out a small complimentary appetizer with chips, nopales, spicy tomato salsa, and a sprinkle of cheese, which was a fun and flavorful start to the meal. Needless to say, I couldn't finish everything. I ate the tacos but had to leave some of the lentil soup because it was just so much food. They also have frozen yogurt and desserts, plus an area with packaged products you can buy to take home. I even noticed advertisements for El Quinto Sol at the airport, so it seems like they're a well-known local staple. I'm really glad a restaurant that caters to vegetarian diets is thriving in the community, and I think it's a huge asset to Laredo.

I've only been here twice for the froyo. It's so delicious and a much welcome treat on these hot…read moredays. The drive thru attendants are usually fast and friendly. The yogurt has that perfect level of tartness that pairs so well with the sweet toppings. I chose cajeta, banana, and coconut. It was perfect. My complaint is that it's not served with a lid or anything to keep the goodies from falling all over your lap.