Man. Oh man. Boy did we come on off day or what ?!?! First the address listed is not the actual address the restaurant is located at. It's moved into a shopping center close to the Arena. When we got there - there was a large table about 12-16 that looked like they'd been there awhile since their they all had drinks and orders where not taken while we were there. There was also another large table (10-12) that had left since it was evidenced by all the dirty plates and cups left behind. I hoped that it wasn't an omen for our experience to come. We sat at an available table that had extra glasses and unexplainable crumbs which were picked up. We waited for the rest of our party (2) for about 15 minutes and I noticed a couple of other tables filling up. I also noticed that there were no plates being delivered to the large table. Hmmmm. Red flag. We got our coffees while we waited. We then ordered- chilaquiles, 2 tacos, 2 huevos rancheros plates. While we wait for over an hour, I finally start seeing one and two plates being delivered to that large table. I thought - man we are in trouble. During this time at least one table walked out. And still people were coming and all waiting. And waiting and waiting. By the time we got our food it was close to an hour and a half, the chilaquiles were lukewarm at best and the tacos were served in reheated tortillas. I know those- it's when the flour tortilla ends up getting on the crispy side. Sent the chilaquiles back and did not reorder. How can you serve it to a customer when the cheese has been melted and they waited too long that the cheese cooled and congealed. We were patient but damnnnnnnn an hour and a half for a Mexican breakfast. Yikes! Maybe they didn't expect the large parties or maybe one of the cooks called in. But daaaaaanggg... waiting for almost an hour and a half for food.... not sure what to say about that.... please someone let me know if their turnaround times from order to delivery improves. read more

Food is high quality. The service coming from the staff is exceptional. I would highly recommend having lunch or dinner.

Great food! Great service! Amazing portions! Very affordable! I was traveling with a group of about 30 people and I needed to find a place that was friendly with groups and that had good options under $15. Luckily I found this place on yelp and I couldn't have been more pleased. I made a reservation and I had to change the time, they had no problem with this and accommodated for us. When we got there, they had a table ready and welcomed us in a friendly fashion. They quickly came and took our orders and started handing out plates quick. The food was great! Several people got different plates since a lot of their options are under $15 and none of them had regrets. The portions were huge and I can honestly say the have the best fish tacos I have ever had. Hands down! You HAVE to try them! read more

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Excellent Mexican food, a bit on the spicy side but not too much. Had beef fajitas with a crispy taco and enchiladas from the menu. Very attentive wait staff. Everything tasted home made! Lots of wood in dining room, cloth tablecloths, nice ambience. I will be back on my next trip through Laredo. read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Dining room. Lots of wood, pretty old school interior, quaint and clean, real linen tablecloths and cloth napkins - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

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$$$ 2nd try not good experience and very expensive Food not to great. Not kid friendly dishes I went back was under influence was different food read more

Rocha's moved to a new location next to the Arena Gun Club. I think the tables are too small and the dining room not as comfortable as their old building. The food is still very good. I enjoyed the barbacoa plate and the service was great. read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Barbacoa plate - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

Don't go here The enchiladas were spoiled We told the waiter and did not offer to remove the plates Every plate our table needed salt My advice stay away read more

To go orders are always incomplete! I use to order often but stopped then I tried again. The wait staff is often in a terrible mood ( the women). I dinned in several times & the last my party walked out since service was beyond slow & no excuse because there was only 1 person eating. Well, I ordered to go & AGAIN my order incomplete. Please see pictures. The salad dressing, garlic bread, & gravy missing. The waittress assured me order was complete after after she tripple knotted the bag tight. The food quality has gown down with meat being very tough. read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Missing Gravy & Garlic bread - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

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So glad we stopped to eat here. The service was great and the food was even better. Everything we tried was worth it. The puffy tacos were really good. The puffy ponchos were basically puffy nachos loaded with Guacamole, beans, cheese and jalapeños and your chose of meat. Definitely worthy of my business. read more

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Easily my favorite restaurant of all time. My personal favorite plate is the Tex-Mex enchiladas with guisado de res. Rochas has the best enchiladas in Laredo don't even argue with me. The wait for food can sometimes be a little long, but you can't rush perfection. read more

Really neat space in the first floor of a hotel. Good service and nice fideo soup to start the meal. I got the puffy tacos which were pretty tasty if a bit bland (ground beef was a bit under-seasoned) and bizarre (there were chopped up dill pickles mixed with the ground beef). Things were livened up by the intensely spicy habanero hot sauce and lime served alongside the meal. My brother got a spicy bean taco which was actually fantastic so I would try that when I go back to El Catan. read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Puffy tacos with beans and rice. A little bland and a little strange but not horrible - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

This restaurant was highly recommended by a friend of ours and we're glad we listened. The Catan (alligator gar)was delicious, cooked to perfection and paired with an amazing homemade slaw and fresh fluffy handmade tortillas. Although the cost of a few menu items is a bit intimidating price wise there are plenty of selections for the budget cautions person. Overall we will definitely be visiting this place again! read more

If you're looking for something that seems to be a hole in the wall and serves outstanding food then you have found it! There's no sign outside so you have to know where you're going. But the food is big, good, and well prepared. In Laredo you have many many choices for good Mexican food. This restaurant is in our top three!! Try their guacamole and chips. Scorching hot fresh chips made from homemade flour tortillas served with a really perfect guacamole. read more

I had the puffy Tacos and my husband had the chicken fried steak half order (it's huge!). My plate (puffy tacos) were accompanied by rice and beans. The rice was a bit aldente but the flavor was not bland over all it was very good. My husband's plate (chicken fried) was accompanied by fries, lettuce, and a piece of toast. The fries were not crispy at all just limp but the chicken fried was delish. The cleanliness was a bit messy. The floor had straw wrappers and sugar packets lying around. Staff was extremely friendly. Great time to come is on sundays because you don't have to pay for parking and it's not too busy after 1pm :) read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Puffy Tacos - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

Fresh, great food. I stopped during lunch and got my food in less than five minutes. My tostada was really good but I was expecting a little more flavor. There was a good amount of people at the restaurant, but they were still very attentive. read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Fish tacos - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

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Best Mexican food in town, which says a lot bc there must be 300 Mexican restaurants here. You won't get more for your money. You have to try the menudo and Catan tacos! The ambience is really great too! It's a go-to for Laredoans and a must if you're visiting. read more

I was rather disappointed last night. My husband and I went for dinner last night not knowing it was the grand opening. Great! We love Rochas downtown. It was good to see the turnout! The problem started when we sat down. First not one waiter came to take our order we had to flag one down. Next we were informed that only appetizers were being served. No problem we ordered the puffy nachos. One hour later we were still waiting and we always had to flag a waiter to refill our drinks. Next after asking about our order the waiter that initially took it forgot!! Meanwhile the couple next to us got the royal treatment because they were friends of Mr Rocha who came and took their order personally. Customer service is seriously lacking at Rocha's. I hope it was only for that one night. By the way the nachos were delicious. read more

What a nice surprise when we entered this place and saw white tablecloths on the tables, it was the beginnings of a good eating experience. This place is within walking distance of the Federal Courthouse and since we were on our Jury lunch break we gave it a try. The service was quick and attentive, we all ordered the Puffy Tacos and they were delicious and plentiful, you get three tacos filled with Picadillo, lettuce, tomato and grated cheese, Rice and Beans, this also was served with a mini portion of Fideo soup. Excellent flavor on all the dishes. The Habanero sauce was also a good addition to the tacos. Will definitely return to try the other items on the menu. Price for lunch with Iced Tea $14.51. read more

Best kept secret in downtown, if your ever here try the "chicken fried chicken" delicious! read more

Rochas El Catan Grill - Best kept secret in town, if your here you need to try the "chicken fried chicken", delicious! - American Near Me - Laredo, Texas

A Cafe attached to an old hotel. Service was slow but complete (I was the only customer there for most of the time.) . Puffy nachos were puffy chips with some cheese and a jalapeño slice. Not bad, just not exciting. Puffy tacos were very oily and not that flavorful. Rice and beans were very good. Prices were high for the meal. Parking was initially hard. There is a lot on the far corner of the block. read more

A nostalgic restaurant located in the historic Hamilton hotel with a stocked bar for quiet drink or a quick dinner. Serving excellent portions of great food. The chef and owner is very talented and honorable and comes out to make sure food is to your liking. Making it a delightful dining experience. Well worth the money and time to eat at. Menudo is the best in town! A+ read more

Sad to say we had horrible service tonight. Don't know if the change from the downtown location to the arena gun club was such a good idea for this restaurant. Food has changed and DEFINITELY the service. read more

Their chicken fried steak tops 'Tip Top Cafe's' a must try if you visit Laredo. So far everything I've had here is really good.

The food is not good. The fries are drenched in oil. So I'm an idiot for ordering chicken fried steak at a Mexican restaurant. The CFS was terrible, very chewy and tough. The gravy was yellowish colored and salty. Waitress was nice. read more

Go-to menudo spot! The other dishes are alright. The menudo is in a class of its own--second only to my uncle's menudo. You want home-made and quality? You've found it. It's also nice that the menudo servings come in multiple sizes, from cup to actual serving bowl/pot size. This place makes me smile. :-) read more

Yummy. Excellent chicken fried steak; breakfast; Menudo; fish tacos; fried shrimp plate. So far everything that we've had is great. The fried avocado is yummy. read more

The steak ranchero is delicious and had great flavor. My first time here and we will definitely return. Great friendly atmosphere and very well maintained. The waitstaff provided great customer service and never let my glass go empty. I will recommend to friends if ever in Laredo to stop in. read more

Love it here! The breakfasts are amazing, their habanero salsa is bomb. The chicken fried steak is huge, probably for two people, the only bad thing is having to find parking. read more

Nice atmosphere. Very clean Had the chicken fried chicken. Very good, it is huge. Could only eat half of it. Great value for what you get. Tostada Siberia was okay. The chips and guacamole were good. Guacamole good, puffy chips very good. Not worth $10 though. Overall, it's a good place, just the location makes it hard to get to (downtown). read more

Awsome lunch. Best fish lunch special I've ever had. Service and the atmosphere was great. Highly recommended.

We went twice, once for dinner and again for breakfast. The dinner crowd was packed but we still got great service. My husband's enchilada and carne guisada plate was delicious and I got the chicharron de catan (fried alligator gar) which was so good that my husband ate half my plate, which was fine because I ate half of his. A couple days later we got breakfast, huevos a la mexicana and the chilaquiles. If I could figure out their recipe for chilaquiles I would die happy. I'd eat it every week if I lived in Laredo. Portions are huge, prices are good. It seems these days to be BYOB--people did at dinner. Breakfast is especially recommended here. They serve it all day, so you really can't lose! read more

One of the interesting meats on the menu is the Alligator Gar (catan). The Alligator Gar Tacos were overstuffed with fried Gar and mixed slaw on a very nice corn tortilla. I thought that I knew what a corn tortilla was , until I came to Laredo, and these are some of the best I've had going out to eat in Laredo. I had asked for it to come with fries , and the fries were awesome. I love floppy steak fries like these , they are so hard to find. We actually started with fried avocado, they were surprisingly very good. They come with a light battered crust and hot , enough for four people . They give you a light green salsa to put on them , together with lime and a little pepper it is a nice hot , creamy, and slightly crunchy treat. The portions here are a little large for me, but everything was fresh and good. It was not very busy, which I don't mind, and our food came out fast. I like old buildings , and this made a nice setting for a cozy little restaurant. I like Mexican food a lot , but it was nice to find something a little different in Laredo. read more

Wow. Great food and yummy big chicken fried steak. Price is fairly decent and seating is decent too. Would recommend it.

I went with my two sons. We enjoyed our lunch a lot. I had the alligator gar tacos (catan) and one of my boys had the TexMex Enchiladas and the other the Chicken Fried Steak. Food was freshly made and delicious. The agua de piña was fresh and tasty too. read more

Food was very good but the only reason for 4 stars is the location. We had the fish tacos and puffy nachos and they were outstanding. Definitely going back just wish I didn't have to go downtown to get there. They need a north side location. read more

The puffy chicken panchos are awesome and are a must try. The fish tacos were great as well. I have yet to find a disappointing plate here. The chicharrones catan tacos are unique and very good and also a must try. read more

If you are looking for authentic Mexican food, this is not the place. If you are looking for homemade Tex-mex food with a bigger leaning towards mexican then this is the place. The chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak is done in the American style, but still good. Tacos are too expensive, but the corn tortillas are homemade. No chips, like an authentic mexican restaurants. Si estas buscando comida auténtica, estilo Laredo/nuevo laredo este lugar no es. Es cara para los porciones pero si es rico. La milanesa no es estilo mexicana, si no estilo americana. read more

Clean and friendly envirnment. My husband and I always come when in the area. Things to try: puppy ponchos, Catan, and chicken fried chicken. read more

I initially tried this restaurant only because of the restaurant.com coupon and I'm so glad we did! I really look forward to going back for great food. Every meal from tacos to puffy tacos; menudo and fried fish have been great! read more

It needs better service. Having to go to the bathroom is inconvenient because of the place is located. The food needs more flavor and the place needs more life. read more