Diners' Choice: Tex-Mex restaurants in Houston

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Heights

4.9

4.9 (399)

$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

Gisela

Dined 6 days ago

Nice and enjoyable atmosphere, but can be extremely loud to hold a conversation.

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Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Memorial

4.8

4.8 (1361)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Westside

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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John

Dined 2 days ago

Good Mexican food is hard to find up here in Montana so every time I’m in Houston I stop in. The redfish on the half shell is the best thing on the menu!

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Experience

Brunch, But Bolder

Cyclone Anaya's - Rice Village

4.7

4.7 (368)

$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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Susan

Dined on Jul 17, 2025

We experienced very fine food and service. We come often.

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

4.8

4.8 (20)

$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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DouglasVIP

Dined on May 26, 2025

Great food and service. Mexican food done right. Try it.

Superica Houston Heights

4.6

4.6 (108)

$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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Dana

Dined 3 days ago

Thank you so much for providing exceptional service.

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Experience

Superica 2.0 Friends & Family Mock Service

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Bay Area

4.6

4.6 (34)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Clear Lake / Webster / Bay Area

About the restaurant

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MichaelVIP

Dined on Jul 20, 2025

The empanadas were great as always. The entrees were also just like the menu photos and were prepared perfectly. The half chicken on the specialty menu was absolutely delicious super moist and very tasty perfectly marinated . The service was fantastic as always and even though Betty was our server, Dora and Edgar stopped by to say hi as they usually do.

Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - River Oaks

4.5

4.5 (126)

$31 to $50

Tex-Mex

River Oaks

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos, y'all!

With James Beard-nominated chef and restauranteur Levi Goode at the helm, our fourth Kitchen & Cantina from Goode Company Restaurants showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border. Find us located across from the historic River Oaks Theatre where you'll find an experience inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch, and the colorful creations of our abuela.

Try wood-fired redfish on the half shell swaddled in homemade tortillas, made-to-order guacamole, and family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco.

A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa. Top off the experience by wandering over to our agave sanctuary Bar Buena nestled around the corner.

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garyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great staff/team. I feel like it's my home away from home.

Cyclone Anaya's - River Oaks

4.7

4.7 (40)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

River Oaks

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 seven Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, River Oaks, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!

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Amber

Dined on Jul 19, 2025

We were seated promptly. The service was outstanding. There was 3 of us and we all had 3 different enchilada dishes and they were all delicious. Thank you!

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

4.4

4.4 (31)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Westside

About the restaurant

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Chris

Dined 7 days ago

Food and fajitas are great as usual. Service was a little slow at the start but better near the end of the meal.

Cadillac Bar - Houston

4.5

4.5 (148)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

A Local Legend For over 25 years, Cadillac Bar has been a hotspot for fun, festivity and, of course, authentic Mexican food. In a world of trendy restaurants Cadillac Bar has not only survived, but continues to be a local legend. A lively mixture of tradition and Mexican flair, Cadillac is where you want to be for an unbeatable meal or an unforgettable party. Join us for Margarita Monday and Happy Hour every day!

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BrandonVIP

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Overall the ambience is great, food is great but the music was too loud and I could barely hear myself. The manager needs to turn down the music a bit besides that all good.

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