5 Best Contemporary Mexican Restaurants In Rice Village

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1. Mexican Sugar Montrose - Regent Square

4.3

Awesome(488)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary mexican • Montrose

Booked 116 times today

Mexican Sugar Montrose at Regent Square offers an exceptional Contemporary Mexican dining experience in the vibrant heart of Houston. With a focus on authenticity and flavor, they elevate traditional Mexican cuisine by using only the freshest ingredients and preparing each dish from scratch. Reviewers rave about the "amazing service and food," highlighting the marinated shrimp and steak and lobster fajitas as standout dishes. The "beautiful decor" and warm atmosphere make it perfect for any occasion. Whether you're enjoying a Grandioso margarita with friends or savoring churros for dessert, Mexican Sugar promises a culinary journey that leaves diners eager to return.

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2. Maderas - Kitchen & Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(141)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary mexican • Midtown

Booked 11 times today

Maderas - Kitchen & Cantina, nestled in the heart of Midtown, Houston, is a beacon for lovers of authentic Traditional Mexican cuisine. With a menu that dazzles with the likes of enmoladas, pozole, and barbacoa tacos, patrons rave about its "amazing flavorful food" that never disappoints. The restaurant's intimate atmosphere and vibrant yet cozy ambiance provide the perfect backdrop for a delightful dining experience. Guests frequently highlight the "genuine Mexican cuisine" and meticulously crafted cocktails, such as the hibiscus margarita, which are "out of this world." Whether it's a family gathering or a solo visit, Maderas promises a memorable culinary journey into Mexico's rich culinary heritage.

3. Ojo de Agua

4.3

Awesome(60)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary mexican • River Oaks

Booked 25 times today

Ojo de Agua in River Oaks, Houston, is a vibrant celebration of Traditional Mexican cuisine, offering a delightful fusion of authenticity and innovation. Renowned for its "phenomenal" flavors, diners are treated to an expansive menu that includes everything from classic chilaquiles to one-of-a-kind tacos. The restaurant prides itself on using high-quality, fresh ingredients, ensuring each dish is a taste of Mexico City. Guests rave about the "best octopus tacos" and "incredible tacos," emphasizing the authenticity and creativity in each bite. With an inviting atmosphere and exceptional service, Ojo de Agua is a must-visit for anyone craving genuine Mexican flavors.

4. Edgar's Hermano

4.1

Excellent(20)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary mexican • Midtown

Booked 1 time today

Located inside The Whitehall Hotel, Edgar’s Hermano expertly blends Houston’s native Tex-Mex cuisine with trademark classic Southern fare, and the result is some of Houston’s most inspired and authentic downtown dining. Join us for a meal and let Executive Chef Silvia Covarrubias excite your palate with unique dishes like mac and queso with chipotle grilled shrimp and our award-winning Southern fried stuffed chicken with masa grits and candied bacon jam. While you're here, saddle up to the bar and sample our inventive cocktail menu that puts a Texas twist on everyday standards. You can sip on one of our specialty cocktails made with our own private label Edgar’s Truth bourbon or choose to quench your thirst with one of our many craft brews from local Houston breweries.We’re open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so head on over anytime - your taste buds will thank you, and so will we.

5. Mayahuel

(0)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary mexican • Montrose

Booked 1 time today

Mayahuel is more than a name — it's a story rooted in time, care, and cultural reverence. In Nahuatl, Mayáhuel means "what surrounds the maguey" — from metl (maguey) and yahualli (circle). She is the Mexica goddess of the maguey plant, a sacred figure tied to nourishment, transformation, and life cycles that can't be rushed.At Mayahuel, this mythology infuses both our kitchen and our bar. From seasonal menus shaped by nature's rhythm to agave-forward cocktails crafted with intention, every detail reflects a respect for process, origin, and time. Our open kitchen invites guests into the experience. Our design draws from Mexico City. And our hospitality is driven by warmth, story, and soul.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Mexican Sugar Montrose - Regent Square

2. Maderas - Kitchen & Cantina

3. Ojo de Agua

4. Edgar's Hermano

5. Mayahuel

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