Diners' Choice: Tex-Mex restaurants in Houston

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Heights

4.9

4.9 (336)

$31 to $50

Tex-Mex

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos, y'all!

Inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch and the colorful creations of our abuela, our family's Kitchen & Cantina showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border. Nothing matches the flavor of food grilled over mesquite. Try wood-fired Texas quail swaddled in homemade tortillas, jalapeno rellanos stuffed with house-made chorizo and sizzling, family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco - a unique spin on Houston barbeque. Our days begin roasting chilies and tomatoes, rolling fresh tortillas in our bakery and wringing every last drop of Ruby Red grapefruit for cocktails. We hand-grind our own sausage and hand-trim every ounce of meat in our butchery, then anoint it with the savory seasonings and marinades we've honed over generations. A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa.

Top review

Caitlin

Dined 1 day ago

Kid friendly, delicious food and drinks, attentive staff.

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Superica Houston Heights

4.8

4.8 (74)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Northside

About the restaurant

Superica
– “where sunshine spends the winter” – also known as Tex-Mex cuisine served in an Old-West-inspired atmosphere alongside music inspired by Austin.

The cuisine is a combination of 1950s Tex-Mex and the wood grill that has taken the food to another level by way of fajitas and more. An “evolved Tex-Mex menu,” includes the classics: tacos, nachos, tamales and enchiladas plus more intricate dishes such as wood-grilled fajitas and shrimp tacos always served with just-made flour tortillas, all while paying homage to the traditions and recipes that have been a part of the Texas culture for decades.

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Bryan

Dined 1 day ago

It was good but I wouldn’t say outstanding. I would go back if that’s where someone else wanted to go. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Valet makes it convenient. I don’t know that it sets itself apart from everything else in the general area. It’s a good choice.

Cyclone Anaya's - Rice Village

4.6

4.6 (352)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Rice Village

About the restaurant

We are Houston’s Original Tex-Mex Familia since 1966! Cyclone Anaya’s has been Houston’s favorite destination for the best margaritas in town for over 50 years. With our scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, our tender and flavorful fajitas, and many more Tex-Mex delights, we've helped to define and perfect this world-famous regional cuisine. Join us today at one of six Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!

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DouglasVIP

Dined on Nov 4, 2024

Great time with friends and great food. Oscar our server was awesome!!

Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - The Woodlands

4.7

4.7 (1222)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch and the colorful creations of our abuela, our family's Kitchen & Cantina showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border.

Nothing matches the flavor of food grilled over mesquite. Try wood-fired Texas quail swaddled in homemade tortillas, jalapeno rellanos stuffed with house-made chorizo and sizzling, family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco - a unique spin on Houston barbeque.

Our days begin roasting chilies and tomatoes, rolling fresh tortillas in our bakery and wringing every last drop of Ruby Red grapefruit for cocktails. We hand-grind our own sausage and hand-trim every ounce of meat in our butchery, then anoint it with the savory seasonings and marinades we've honed over generations.

A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa.

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Danielle

Dined 4 days ago

So thankful for the helpful staff in accommodating a fun Christmas party. Love the food and how easy they make it for a large dinner.

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Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Memorial

4.7

4.7 (1300)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

West Side

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos, y'all!

Inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch and the colorful creations of our abuela, our family's Kitchen & Cantina showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border.

Nothing matches the flavor of food grilled over mesquite. Try wood-fired Texas quail swaddled in homemade tortillas, jalapeno rellanos stuffed with house-made chorizo and sizzling, family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco - a unique spin on Houston barbeque.

Our days begin roasting chilies and tomatoes, rolling fresh tortillas in our bakery and wringing every last drop of Ruby Red grapefruit for cocktails. We hand-grind our own sausage and hand-trim every ounce of meat in our butchery, then anoint it with the savory seasonings and marinades we've honed over generations.

A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa.

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KathrynVIP

Dined today

Always delicious food. GREAT service, happy folks.

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Cyclone Anaya's - CityCentre

4.7

4.7 (258)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

West Side

About the restaurant

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Diana

Dined 6 days ago

The food was good and so was the ambiance. Waiter very knowledgeable

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Highland Village

4.8

4.8 (8)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

River Oaks

About the restaurant

Since 1993, Escalante’s has developed a well earned reputation for traditional, flavorful Tex-Mex food, hand-crafted margaritas and exceptional service. With seven locations across Houston, Escalante's serves the finest Tex-Mex cuisine close to your home or office in Houston. Tortillas made by hand, guacamole prepared fresh for every order, white queso that simmers for hours. Center-cut outer-skirt steak hand-trimmed, marinated, and cooked to order for every beef fajita. Consistent quality is our specialty. Join us for Houston's best Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

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Patrick

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Great service and food. Will go back next time we are in town

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Sugar Land

4.2

4.2 (10)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Sugar Land / Missouri City

About the restaurant

Located in the beautiful community of Sugar Land, Texas, Escalante's is a popular and family-friendly Tex-Mex restaurant. Known throughout the country this welcoming and casual venue is styled with lots of comfortable booths and table seating, high ceilings, recessed lighting, potted greenery, wall-mounted televisions and a large bar.Escalante's offers guests a lengthy menu that is full of variety and flavor. Menu items include sizzling beef fajitas, rack of tacos, seafood enchilada, traditional Mexican soup, steak and eggs ranchero, fresh snapper, shrimp and Escalante Taco Salad. Escalante's also provides customers with an extensive drink and bar menu to choose from and enjoy with their meals.

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FrankVIP

Dined on Oct 22, 2024

Food was excellent, service was little slow and could use more air conditioning

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Town & Country

4.6

4.6 (15)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

West Side

About the restaurant

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Nam

Dined 3 days ago

It was very easy to reserve a table at Escalante’s through Open Table app. I appreciate the reminder ahead of time. Escalante’s offered a nice table in the corner and my friend and I had a nice visit. Great food!!! Our server provided excellent service. He was attentive and paid attention to detail. I am very happy with the experience. Thank you.

Cyclone Anaya's - Midtown

4.5

4.5 (132)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Montrose

About the restaurant

We are Houston’s Original Tex-Mex Familia since 1966! Cyclone Anaya’s has been Houston’s favorite destination for the best margaritas in town for over 50 years. Along with our scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, our tender and flavorful fajitas, and many more Tex-Mex delights, we've helped to define and perfect this world-famous regional cuisine. Join us today at one of six Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!

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John

Dined 6 days ago

Good food, good margaritas and great service. A nice gem in midtown 👍

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