I have passed by this restaurant dozens of time but today I made the stop to eat there. I had a solo lunch here on a weekday after dropping the kid off for tutoring a couple of doors down from the restaurant. The initial vibe was friendly and inviting. I was greeted pleasantly and seated. The waiter appeared almost immediately, but because it was my first time I needed some time to take it all in. I finally settled on the lunch menu and chose lunch special #9 which was a tupy taco, cheese enchilada, rice and beans. There was a small salad. The lunch also came with iced tea, all for $13.50. It's a good deal. The free chips and salsa were excellent. The salsa was homemade and had a real kick. I was sweating but it was a good sweat. Chips were not warm but also not greasy. My food came out very fast and was hot. The menu is pretty standard Tex-Mex except they have puffed tacos (I will try next time) and something called tupy tacos, which are deep fried. To be honest, I had some misgivings about a deep fried taco but it turned out to be delicious. I am not sure what is inside, but it was good. And it was not greasy. The cheese enchilada with chili con carne was very flavorful, and the rice and beans were also excellent. Service was fast and professional. I can see why this place is so popular for lunch. I am a new fan and will return for sure to try the puff tacos. read more

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Anything that would cost this restaurant a star pales in comparison to their AMAZING SALSA! The salsa was far the best restaurant salsa I've ever had in my life. The tupy taco is very much like a Jack in the box taco except with less grease and more filling that's of a much higher quality. Husband declared the Spanish rice was the best Spanish rice he'd ever had in a restaurant. read more

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Ah, Tupinamba! Always the best, I've been enjoying Tupinamba since my dad brought me to the North West Hwy location in the 1970's always great food, great service, great atmosphere. If you're looking for a great place to eat, this is it read more

The place was full, yet we were quickly seated. Great menu. Wait staff did a great job with the amount of people there celebrating.

Came here on V-Day for a late lunch-early dinner, Dunch, if you will. Or maybe Drunch, since margaritas were involved. Now I'm not a Tex-Mex fan, until now. So THIS is what Tex-Mex is supposed to taste like ! My date has a combo plate and I swiped a bite of his tostada with guac. It was some of the freshest tasting guacamole I've had. It had just the right hint of lime and salt so as not to overpower the avocado. So so good ! I also tried one of his Tupy Tacos , a deep friend taco that was crispy and tasted good. For my main I had the carne asada which was seasoned so well and topped with onions and sliced poblanos. I wish it came with tortillas but every bite was excellent. So was the side of borracho beans. My date has been coming here since he was a kid and followed the restaurant from location to location. This newest spot is spacious, beautifully decorated and a great place for a date night or family outing. Service was excellent and all around great dining experience. Can't wait to come back and try their puff tacos ! read more

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I'm a taco enthusiast, and after watching the Netflix doc about tacos, I made the pilgrimage to San Antonio for the famous puffy tacos. So naturally, when I saw "puffy tacos" on the menu here, I got excited. Unfortunately, these were not the same kind of puffy tacos--more like very thin, hollow corn tortillas rather than the glorious fried dough pillows I was expecting. And frankly, it just doesn't work. I ordered one beef and one chicken, thinking I was getting the plate with beans and rice, but nope--just two lonely tacos arrived. When I asked, the server seemed genuinely confused, like I had just asked for a side of moon rocks. Apparently, I had ordered them à la carte (whoops), so be very specific if you want the plate that includes the sides! Flavor-wise, the tacos were aggressively salty, like the kitchen was trying to season them for a lifetime supply of hydration. My husband's enchiladas were equally sodium-packed, so at least they were consistent? I left wishing I had gone for the fajita nachos instead. Overall, the experience was mid--not terrible, not great, just kind of there. If we ever return (unlikely), it'll be to try something else. On the plus side, the staff was friendly, and the margaritas looked solid, so maybe that's the move next time! On the positive side - i did get a refill of my diet coke and the server was kind enough to provide a "to-go" glass when I asked for one read more

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One of the best Tex Mex cafes around. Went with party of 7 , everyone was pleased. Sat in small room in back where we could have a small party. Service good , fast and correct. Food was very good ,standard fare. several of us had a No. 5, Just right for a warm spring eveing .. Really loved the Tuppy Taco. Owner Eddie came by to check on us, a nice touch. We all will be back soon. GIG' EM read more

Food is good, nothing crazy-Pretty mediocre Tex Mex food. This place is a safe choice knowing everything you get will be good. Their chips and salsa are pretty decent. I got the Lunch special Rudy's Special, but substituted the tupy taco for rice and beans and I have also tried the chili relleno dish. They're both pretty good. Our server was Junior and she is very nice. Very good memory and quick on her feet to refill and grab things when needed. Ambiance was casual and diverse, cozy cafe with lots of Aggie spirit. Gig 'em! read more

Tupinamba Cafe - Rudy's Special (No Tupy Taco sub Rice & Beans) - Tex-Mex Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Solid Tex Mex food There are still a few places you can get a plate of enchiladas just like you did anywhere in Texas in 1960,70,80. San Antonio,Austin or Dallas. I'm always reading reviews from people near and far( usually far) who say Texas doesn't have good Mexican food. I grew up in xyz and we knew how to do it. Or,it's nothing like Mexico. That's all accurate because it's none of those. It's Tex Mex. It's here at Tumpinamba. I highly recommend you ... Go read more

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This is the BEST Mexican food you will find anywhere! I worked there when I was 18 and working my way through school! That was over 50 years ago and it is still my favorite Mexican food restaurant! The owner Eddie Dominguez has kept the standards high all these years for the food, atmosphere and service! They also have the very best Margaritas! Do yourself a favor and pay them a visit! You will leave with with a full belly of yummy Tex Mex and a happy heart, (and not just from the margarita)! read more

Wasn't impressed at all. I got a number #5 chalupas were awful. Cold, shells not fresh. Also got a #10. Cold and stale. Guacamole was ok. The tupy taco was absolutely horrible! read more

LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! The food is absolutely amazing. The chips and salsa are to die for. You can't go wrong getting anything on this menu. The staff is attentive and friendly as well. You can come for a nice dinner with friends/family or a casual lunch read more

Came here for a family dinner. It was a little hard to park. The food portions were large and decent. Waiters were kind! And the flan was good. Nice airy atmosphere. Only downfall, is they are heavily supportive of Texas A&M, gross! It's even plastered on the wall when you come in.. read more

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Everything! I used to frequent the original one quite a bit. Everything was exactly the same, the food is delish!

The quality of food was excellent. The fajitas, enchiladas and tacos were awesome. The serving sizes were huge and I feel that the value was excellent. read more

Great service. The hot sauce and chips are amazing. I love the Chimichanga. It's on the menu as Chicken Embuelto De La Casa.

The food is consistently good. Has gotten a little expensive, but what hasn't. Tupy tacos are great usually, but sometimes not so crispy..

Let me just say, so far the best thing about Tupinamba is the sopapillas. ALWAYS hot and fresh! This past experience for a birthday dinner though...not so hot. We had a party of about 20 or so. I blame management for not stepping in and helping the waiter with our party. I got the feeling that he was overwhelmed from the jump and his face and body language showed. By the way, we never got the waiter's name. Not once did he greet anyone. He just stood over each of us, with his pen to paper and stared like we were supposed to read his mind, that he was ready to take our order. When it came time to pay our bills, more than half of our bills were wrong. We were very patient with him, but it was just too much and it got worse and worse. I will say, I liked my burrito bowl, it was a lot of food, ground beef was seasoned well and the queso was pretty good. Came out hot and fresh and it was a lot! At the end of the day, our party should have been handled so much better. read more

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Arrived at 10:57am today and waited a couple of minutes for the restaurant to open. Doors unlocked at 11am and went in. Seated immediately and my order for a iced tea taken. Perused the menu for a few minutes then advised the server I would have the lunch #12 and a small scoop of guacamole. Food arrived 7-8 minutes later and was incredibly hot (except the guacamole), tasted great, good serving size, and also well presented. I scraped every last drop of queso, chili, lettuce, tomatoes and guacamole off the plates!! Server was polite, efficient, knowledgeable, etc. Lunch special was $12-plus tax, including iced tea. Guacamole was another $6. I'll be back when next in the area in a few weeks. read more

Tupinamba Cafe - Tex-Mex Near Me - Dallas, Texas

50/50. Was okay I guess. Little to upscale for Tex Mex. Hot sauce and chips had too much Tabasco in it for my system. Kinda a ruined it from there. Had hot burping the rest of the night and was woken up in the middle of the night with heartburn. Back washed. Probably never again. Semi-pricey. read more

The food here is excellent, I would show you if I hadn't eaten most of it as I write this review! Our server is wonderful, he's right on top of it and there when you need him and the food that comes from the kitchen is delicious and the ambience is well, excellent! Brighton, colorful, different textures, and a great amount of seating.! Our waiter, Sergio, did a wonderful job and we enjoyed his care of us! read more

Solid, old-school Tex-Mex done well. The Tupy Tacos are a must -- crispy, satisfying, and kind of nostalgic. Service is friendly, portions generous, and you can tell this place has history. Not fancy, but reliable and comforting every time. read more

I have been going here since they located on Northwest Hwy, Inwood Rd, and now Central Expressway. I have never anything negative to say about their food. The service is always good. I love the puff tacos. My wife and I try to always stop in when were are in the area. read more

Fabulous experience! The food is amazing and so is the service! We needed to modify a menu item due to an allergy. They were able to make the change and were happy to do so. This restaurant is now our weekly stop for over-the-top Mexican food! Highly recommend! read more

Awesome food and service - as always! Out of power during the recent storms and needed good food at a decent price. I love the Walnut Hill street Tupinambas bar area with the big windows and fantastic bartender Juan. Ill be back this Wednesday for a friendly happy hour with my conservative pals. Come join us! 5 to 7 June 5. read more

Tupinamba Cafe - Tex-Mex Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Great Mexican food!! This is an easy location to get to, great service, and everything we ordered was delicious. Highly recommend, and bonus points for Aggie owners! read more

Five stars plus two thumbs up! Off the bat, having lived here most of my life, I keep wondering how it is that I'd never been there before. Recommended by a friend, my wife and I tried them out. This place is great! To start, for great TexMex cuisine, you normally would expect a dive, but not here. Clean and modern, the decor is very nice as well as comfortably cool inside, despite August temperatures. My wife ordered the chicken sour cream enchiladas, and I ordered the beef. Both came with rice and beans. I could have enjoyed a whole meal with just those! My enchiladas were a touch on the spicy side and quite delicious. As for the chicken enchiladas, manna from heaven. I had a couple of bites of hers and was blown away. They were so delectable and were probably the best I've ever enjoyed. I can't leave out the chips and salsa, which were right on point, as was the queso. Service was friendly and efficient. I can't wait to bring the rest of the family. Top restaurant! read more

Been here twice. Top shelf margaritas are great! Food is decent. The Tupys taco filling is a mix of beans (I think) and.......Mine came out greasy looking and dried out at the same time. The lettuce, tomato & cheese that I assumed was to put in my taco. Much to my surprise, it's dressing with Italian dressing. When I asked the waiter about it, he said they normally do that. I am not a fan. Not of dressing my taco lettuce or the taco! I have tried the sour cream chicken enchiladas & the cheese. Both are decent. Same with beans & rice. Not bad at all, but not the best either. On my first visit, the waiter was very attentive. The second visit, he was at first, then stopped checking on me. After 35 min, he finally checked on me again. Both were very nice! Restaurant is clean and nice. Very pleasant atmosphere. Parking is hell unless you are here at 11 am. I wouldn't even try to eat here on a Friday or Saturday! read more

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The ambiance is very nice , the hosts to seat are so nice and friendly . Wait staff are good . Chips and salsa are very good . They are supposed to be know for their Tupi tacos. None of us liked at all. We did not eat them. The enchiladas were better but kind of bland . read more

Loved!! I had combo #1. But changed the enchiladas. Had one as a sour cream enchilada. Added chicken to their cheese taco (which is really a cheese enchilada with cheese sauce). Rice / beans were awesome. Didn't love the chips and salsa. Chips are not homemade and tasted packaged. They have a house dipping sauce (on request) which is great for the chips. Hubby had shrimp in ranchero sauce. Very good Smokey flavor. We will be back if we come to Texas again. read more

Tried this out because of the good reviews, felt it was very average at best! Had the fajitas and it just ok. The flan was decent. The server was attentive and felt like a place, one would bring your family to. Given all the Tex Mex places out there, didn't think this place has anything special to offer. Basic fare with fair prices. read more

Fajita Chicken nachos are very good Great service, spacious airy restaurant A regular stop for me read more

Disappointed with the food & drink. I had the carne asada and there was hardly any meat on my plate, all rice & veggies. Steak cut in strips and so thin, literally 3 bites of meat. The meltdown had very little chambord and glass was not dressed with anything. The service was great and the ambiance very nice, very low on my list for a return visit read more

Tupinamba Cafe - Carne Asada - Tex-Mex Near Me - Dallas, Texas

The short wait time and quick service we received are always a plus in my book. The food is your basic, but yummy, Tex-Mex. No frills or fancy plating, just good food. The chicken in the enchiladas was juicy and had tons of flavor. The salsa had quite a kick to it which was a great pair with a sweet peach margarita. Will be back soon. read more

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If you want better quality for similar prices, just go to Enchiladas or Meso Maya. We got screwed with the sour cream/guacamole/salsa side prices at $9 for a dollop of each...biggest robbery in Dallas. Food is just sub par :/ read more

Yummy food. The tupy tacos are to die for. Honestly you don't see a pic because it consumed quickly. We live far from Tupinamba and don't go often so this was a treat on a Saturday afternoon. Everything was delicious and service was spot on as well. read more

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Well dang! I have been coming to Tupinamba for a few years now and this is my first time writing a review. I thought I had tried all the best food here, the 12th Man, the Pescado Bravo, Guiso, and of course the Tupi Tacos but.... I just had the West Texas Enchiladas for the first time today and they were INCREDIBLE! It took me back to my childhood when my Mom would make me her version of this amazing dish. I literally tried to clean my plate by scooping up every last bit with tortilla chips. Tupinamba or "Tupi" as my family have grown accustomed to calling it is a family friendly restaurant with great service and outstanding food. I love that they have a rich history here in Dallas and that the owners are super engaged. The staff is incredibly friendly and take the time to make you feel at home. If you are looking for great Tex Mex this is the place. read more

Tupinamba Cafe - The Meltdown Margarita is excellent! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Best TexMex I have found in Dallas! Love the cheese enchiladas with chili con carne. Great chili rellenos. Top shelf margarita is good and strong. Only problem was with the an item on the menu called a TU special. tu (teasip) is never in all caps, and should be corrected on menu. Will definitely return, Gig em! read more

This place is always great for a TexMex fix. Food, service, and atmosphere are top-notch. I have had many things on the menu and enjoyed them all. Chips are always fresh and crisp, and the salsa is nice and spicy. On my last trip, I had a chicken taco salad and it was delicious. The previous trip was carnitas at lunch and they were outstanding. Even the men's room here is nice, clean and well-appointed. Always a good sign of an owner who keeps an eye on things. read more

Tupinamba Cafe - Taco Salad with chicken - Tex-Mex Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Favorite Tex-Mex in Dallas, and we've tried just about everywhere. Tupy Tacos are a must!