My daughter and I ate lunch at this wonderful restaurant. Our waitress was very nice and attentive…read moreto our table. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was quiet, the tables were spread out so as not too tight and the food was delicious. There is seating inside cozy settings with saltillo tiles as if you were in a garden. There is also a full stocked bar inside and an area for a private event if desired. I ordered the Carne Guisada Platter and my daughter ordered Carlos' Special, their signature dish. The meals were exceptional. Unfortunately one of the owners daughter passed away some years ago and in her remembrance, a Jardin was named for her, "Jessica's Jardin" . The Jardin is in back of the restaurant and it is very nice. There is a Margarita bar, a pretty green flower garden, a water pool, and a Jungle Jim for children to play on. There are tables and chairs to sit also stand-up electric heaters just in case there is an outside event in the cool weather and the Jardin is accessible by ramp. RECOMMENDATION: Overall, I would return to El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant in Helotes for another exceptional meal and a short trip for some shopping in Old Town Helotes.

Not many vegan options. My family said it was a bit overpriced for the overall quality of their…read moredishes. My bf was still hungry after eating his tacos. Packed on Fridays and weekend, be prepared for a line or reserve a table in advance. Nice decorations. Kid friendly, there was a spacious playground outside. Mariachis arrived around 6pm. They play your table a song if you tip them.

I simply want to say that their Mexican burger did not disappoint in any way! It had a well…read moreseasoned patty, crisp veggies, with a mayo, mustard, ketchup combo, all in between a perfectly toasted bun. I added the pepper jack cheese and two strips of bacon, along with some wedged fries and incredible onion rings. It was all so delicious!

The service was exceptional. We tried the burgers and they did not disappoint! Onion rings and…read morefries were great too. Everything was seasoned to perfection. We will be back!

I enjoy this restaurant very much. I have breakfast tacos there often. They also do a great job of…read moreenchiladas, both the beef and the cheese!

Good food, quick service, large portions. Everything is fresh and the avocados were beautiful. My…read moreonly knock is that the chips could be fresher.

At Mary's Tacos, heaven meets the griddle, Where sunrise…read moresmells like cumin, love, and lard. The air itself is seasoned with tradition, And every bite feels earned, not just prepared. But then--there's the one. The legend wrapped in tortilla and steam. The Beto Taco, add bacon-- a humble name for such a sacred thing. The tortilla? Warm as a morning blessing. The filling? Rich with comfort and craft. Eggs that melt like golden promises, Bacon that crackles like holy applause, Each bite a chorus of you chose wisely. This is not just breakfast. This is ritual. This is loyalty. This is knowing exactly where to go when the soul says, feed me something real. Mary's Tacos doesn't just serve food-- They serve consistency. They serve memory. They serve that first perfect bite you spend the rest of your life chasing. Long live Mary's. Long live the Beto Taco (add bacon, always). Some places feed your stomach. This one feeds your spirit.

This place is awesome! Had a chorizo, egg and potato for breakfast. It was soooo good I ordered a…read moredozen tamales to go! Place is clean and well decorated. The wait staff were tremendous!

Excellent service!!! The food was delicious and hot. ( I hate cold food). The service was above…read moreand beyond! well worth the drive. A must try!!!

Amazing service and food. Tried the chile relleno... excellent, it had a kick to it (spicy) but…read morestill very tasty. Tried a bite of my husband's tacos.. delish.

It was good and very decently priced. The service could use…read moresome work. Not terrible but just blah. The food tasted delicious!

Hidden Gem Alert…read more El Buen Gusto Mexican Cafe at the corner of Tezel & Mainland next to the Pizza Hut. This place is a neighborhood favorite and for good reason. This no frills, locally owned restaurant is a true classic that keeps things simple and delicious. They offer amazing flavors at a huge value. I personally cannot get enough of their Breakfast Tacos. I go with the $3 Steak & Egg + Sautéed Onions Breakfast Taco. Two is more than enough but I always get three so I'm not kicking myself later. They offer breakfast and lunch most days until 2 pm, opened until 6 pm on Friday & Saturday, and closed Tuesdays. They have a small dining room that has about 20 chairs, with the nostalgia turned way up. Feels like you're at Abuela's house. I started my Foodie journey to help promote places just like this. I truly hope you go and give them a try.

I just went through the drive thru and just ordered a quick carne guisada taco to try out this…read morerestaurant since I've never been. I was so impressed with the size/weight of the bag when I first got my order because the bag felt too heavy for only one taco! Wow!!! This was probably the best carne guisada taco I have ever had!!! I will definitely be back!! Oh, the gentleman working the drive thru was extremely friendly and professional!

This is a favorite of mine to come too. The main selection is diverse, food is always served. Hot,…read morefresh ingredients are noted. Drinks are also numerous and vary but always have a great taste. Isella and Tony are excellent waitress and waiter, but all the servers are good in our attentive, always refilling drinks and making sure orders are correct and delivered fresh and hot. Don't miss out on this gem of a place to eat on the west side of town at 1604 and Bandera area. You have to try the Dosaritas like below. Sip slowly as they are frozen and awesome. Very relaxed atmosphere and never rushed.

Been eating here at least once a week and the food is so good, restaurant is clean and the staff is…read morevery friendly!

I was very pleasantly surprised on my first visit to this restaurant. I went for an early dinner…read moreand the restaurant was practically empty, but the food quality and service were exceptional. I had a combination plate dinner with cheese, enchiladas a crispy taco, rice, and beans and a bit of guacamole. I love the tall glass of iced tea and the dinner was better than I was anticipating. I'm definitely going back when I'm in San Antonio again! I cannot wait!

This is now a different restaurant called Playa Sinaloense. I don't know if it is a different owner…read moreor what. You can't find it on Yelp under the new name, which is frustrating as this place is NOTHING like it was. Even your credit card statement will still say House of Flavor. The menu is now a mariscos style seafood menu. My son and I were thrilled when we saw the change and the first time we went, we both loved it. He had a whole fish of some kind, and I had a cocktail of mixed seafood like shrimp, crab, and octopus. It was fresh, spicy, and flavorful. Today, we went back. This time my son got the seafood cocktail that I had the first time. Sorry I don't know the names, but the only menu I could find on line was a photo that was way too small to read. Anyway, he liked it and said it was the same as when I had it. I made a bad bad bad choice. I just wasn't feeling seafood to I ordered the enchiladas asadas. I mean come on... This is a MEXICAN restaurant in SAN ANTONIO. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to be served the absolute WORST Mexican plate I have ever had. Those of you who read my reviews know that I rate a Mexican restaurant on their tortillas, rice, and beans. If those are good, the rest of the plate is usually okay at least. Let me break this meal down for you. Refried Beans- I have honestly had better out of a can. Rice- This was brought to me about 15 minutes after the rest of the food. It was plain white rice that was cooked to a mushy consistency. I tasted it to see what it was like with no plan of eating it. I had already given up on eating at all. But back to the tortillas- There were none served. Now let me do my best to describe the enchiladas. They were small corn tortillas with about a spoon full of meat inside and folded like tacos. There was a thick red sauce all over them. It did not taste like any kind of enchilada sauce I have ever had. It was sweet and left a foul aftertaste in my mouth. There was a white cheese on top that I can only describe as slimy. Yes... I said slimy. The enchiladas were flooded with that awful sauce and had turned to mush. Our server was very nice and helpful. The iced tea was very good. The venue was nice and clean. Will I be back? Yes, at least one more time once I have had sufficient time to get today's horrible food out of my head. But, you can bet your sweet behind that I won't go near anything but the seafood on the menu.

Stopped by for lunch and was seated right away--no wait at all. The atmosphere was quiet and…read morerelaxed, making for a chill dining experience. They offer lunch specials every day, along with complimentary chips and salsa to start. The staff was attentive and quick, ensuring great service. If you're looking for vegetarian options, they have a few and the chickpea tacos are a personal favorite. They also have a daytime happy hour, perfect if you need a drink to unwind after a long day.

FABULOUS! My new favorite taco place so happy a friend…read moreintroduced me. I tried the trashcan taco just because she said it was amazing and I agree I had to force myself not to go back and order another one before we left.... Everyone got something different and everyone enjoyed what they had. Fresh and hot tortillas yummy ingredients can't wait to try something new! We will be back many times! ***** highly recommend recommended

Are you kidding me!? How have I NEVER reviewed "T & S"!?!? I've been here I can't tell you how many…read moretimes. Id venture to say it's my NO. 1 GO TO breakfast taco joint. It's a little bit of a bear to get to right now because of the construction, but you'll be happy you fought the good fight to get there. This place has a hole in the wall feel without being a while in the wall. Service is always extremely fast. I'm not sure I've ever waited more than just a handful of minutes for any order. They crank people in and outta there fast! I love sitting and eating there, when I can, but the joint's pretty small. My go to: the Trash Can taco. Fantastic. With the price. Everything about this joint is 5-star, and I don't give out many...