50 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants near Bellaire

“They can vary a menu item to your preference. Rita's are consistently good. Seating is ample.“

“Great Mexican food and marguerites!“

“Best Tex mex I’ve ever had“

“We were looking for something different in the Tex-mex space and wow, did we find it! Very sharply decorated, not crammed together tables, friendly-professional people, and best of all? Great food! Everything we tried was prepared and presented way above the norm. The bisque was amazing and the mole enchiladas were perfect. See you again soon!“

“Best Tex Mex around ! Nice indoor dining or if you prefer, an awesome bar area where you can eat and drink. Originally started in a compact strip-center space, now in their own authentic looking (and large) structure. Best salsa ever !“

“Nate was great!! Will be back!!“

“The food is so delicious & so fresh ! My waiter was one of the best , Jose Luis ! He was very attentive & took my order & had ny drink of choice served to me in less than 3 minutes . He made sure my meal was the way I wanted it & thanked me for coming in . Very pleasant“

“I’ve been coming to this location for a long time, and this is hands-down the best service we’ve received. Saul was very attentive, recommended some delicious options, and kept our drinks filled. The food was delicious, the service was phenomenal, & the atmosphere was very peaceful. I will definitely be back!“

“CUTEST place with great atmosphere, deeeelicious food AND aaahmazing service! Our entire party enjoyed every thing we ordered - the queso (most important), the pork skins, the chicken & waffles were toooo die for, the bacon wrapped shrimp, rice & beans and the burgers! Thank you so much!!“

“EVERY-TIME we come to Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen, we leave smiling, full and wanting to come back. The food was fresh, delicious and portioned NOT to engorge me! Sometimes, ya even bump into the woman herself!!! Sylvia is absolutely delightful, charming and intelligent. If you’ve not been, definitely start with enchiladas!! I like “The Alice” but it’s not always on the menu….. ask anyway….. nudge nudge!!“

“This is great Tex mex. They really represent Texas with the “everything is bigger in Texas”. The enchilada was huge IMO.

The place was spacious with tons of seating. They have free chips and salsa but those weren’t really the best I’ve had.. the chips were a little too hard for me and the salsa didn’t have as much flavor and the green sauce.

I tried their famous house margaritas and it was strong like they say and very tasty!
I also tried the red chicken enchilada. It was very cheesy and flavorful. The portion was big like I said. You get a choice of how you want
Your beans cooked and I got it refried. I also got some rice with it and it was all delicious together!“

“I love this place! The food is incredible and the staff is so attentive and friendly. I always get the fajita combo with chicken and beef. Their salsa + meat are honestly phenomenal. I love that they added the new sautéed spinach as a side- super delish. Matt, the GM, is so kind, attentive, and just has the best customer service! The staff looks like they’re having a great time, which makes the environment a lot more inviting. Definitely recommend!“

“Had a catering event for our 240+ dealership employees and everyone loved the food. This was our second time working with Escalante’s; set up was quick and easy, banquet servers were kind, respectful, professional, and friendly. Definitely look forward to the next time!“

“Mr. Isaias Galvan is our favorite waiter. He is super friendly & is very accommodating with dietary preferences. He always makes us laugh. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is bright & welcoming.“

“Have had breakfast before and went in today not only was lunch delicious but the service was excellent.“

“What a great way to start my day. I was there when they opened today and the food hit the spot. Best tacos in Houston. And the smiles and welcome from the friendly staff only made it better. 5-stars for sure“

“The staff at the Westheimer location has great customer service and they have a unified work relationship. I love the way they greet other with hugs and hand shakes. They are also very personable with their customers.“

“Sito’s rarely disappoints. Fajitas are always excellent. This trip we tried the Hatch Chile Relleno. FANTASTIC!! Spicy, not too much cheese and though I normally turn my nose up at a relleno with meat, the beef blend in this one was excellent.

Love their thin, crispy chips and salsa with good heat.

Service was good. Let my drink get empty, which is a peeve of mine, so I won’t call it great. She did a fantastic job describing specials and setting the mood.“

“Love our Spring Branch icon !!❤️❤️“

“Nice Mexican food. If you are looking for Mexican food, El Tiempo is your top choices. We usually have fajitas on Wednesday. There is plenty of food that we have left over to enjoy the next day. Their freshly made tortillas and salsa is amazing 🤩. We dine in and catered out for our clients.“

“I was a bit sad due to the service(he didn’t do it on purpose!) but it made me feel really ignored and not seen.
The manager, was absolutely wonderful in how she handled the situation. I felt like a human, get heard, felt seen and truly felt I had someone who cares to listen to me.
The food is pretty good which is why I come.
Today was the first time in a long time I felt like a business actually cared for their customer as a person first than income. I’ve had a pretty rough year and this brunch was how I treat myself.

She made sure I was happy after my issue were mentioned to her. I thank you all for caring for me. As a black woman, it can feel as if nobody sees us or cares for us. Today, she showed me she cares. They care. It’s not intentional and they’re truly sorry for anything negative that we as customer feel may happen.

So yes, I’d recommend. The removed start is simply because I didn’t get bread first without asking but that’s not a major deal breaker for this place. They care. That’s enough“

“Enjoyed chicken quesadilla and beef fajita. Service was fast and attentive. First time dining at Gringos and would definitely come back again.“

“I hope this message finds you well. My wife and I visited your Lamar Street location on December 26th, and I wanted to take a moment to share how truly extraordinary our experience was, thanks to your incredible staff. We had arrived at your restaurant after a frustrating experience earlier in the day. We had been scammed out of tickets for the 3:00 showing of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and while my wife was trying to resolve the issue with Ticketmaster, I thought we could at least enjoy a drink and try to make the best of it. My wife had been really excited for the performance, so needless to say, she was disappointed. What followed, however, turned what could have been a discouraging evening into something unforgettable. Our server, Carlos, came over and informed us that his manager had overheard our situation and wanted to offer us a free appetizer. We were so touched by this generous gesture. As the night continued, my wife was still on the phone trying to resolve the issue, and at that point, Kayla, another member of your team, came over and offered us a free dinner. Again, we were so grateful, and the kindness shown by your staff really started to lift our spirits. But the incredible service didn’t stop there. Later on, Kayla asked if we had any plans for the evening, and when we mentioned that we were heading home due to the day’s frustrations, she smiled and said, “Okay, so you have no plans. Good to know.” We had no idea what was coming next. Jon, your General Manager, then came over to our table with some astonishing news. He had purchased two tickets for us to attend the 7:30 showing of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra! We were completely taken aback—shocked, in fact. We thought we might be on a hidden camera show. But that’s not all. Jon didn’t stop there. When he learned that the digital tickets hadn’t come through, he walked with us to the Toyota Center Box Office, personally bought us two tickets, and handed them to us with a smile. “Enjoy the show,” he said. We were floored by his generosity and thoughtfulness. This act of kindness truly went above and beyond anything we could have imagined. We’ve been loyal customers of your Lamar Street, NRG, Sugar Land, Little Pappasito’s, and Webster locations for quite some time, and we’ve always considered your restaurants among the best in Houston. But after this experience, we feel even more connected to the Pappasito's family. The care and heart shown by your staff, particularly Carlos, Kayla, and Jon, made all the difference in our night. We can’t thank you enough for turning what had started as a disappointing evening into a truly memorable one. Please pass along our deepest gratitude to everyone involved. Thank you again for your exceptional hospitality and for going above and beyond to make us feel valued. We will continue to be loyal patrons of your restaurants, and we’ll be sure to share this incredible story with friends and family.“

“Fresh avocado on tacos and perfect maduros.“

“Great atmosphere, friendly people and food is delicious and served with large amounts. Waitress always coming by if we needed anything. Parking can be a problem sometimes but they have valet.“

“The food was very good. We drive about 45 minutes to find here. The shelf margarita was great! I had the shrimp,steak, and chicken fajita with salad- very enjoyable. Since I don't eat pork, I was extremely happy that the waitress was familiar with the menu items and could tell me food products with bacon/lard.“

“We had lunch here, we saw good reviews on the fajitas and they did not disappoint! Chicken was juicy and the beef fajitas were soft.Both the flour and corn tortillas were good. If you want extra tortillas, it’s $3 for 6 tortillas. Our waiter, Jordan, was very polite, and provided speedy service. Nice spot for Tex mex, would recommend.“

“Great service at the bar. Even though I didn’t drink. Cheese enchilada plate with rice and beans. Two tacos harina Al carbon and a flan cake for $40ish. Really good tasting food, inexpensive. Loved it!“

“Great atmosphere! The team is amazing and the Tacos are hot and so fresh.“

“Am new in Houston this has been the best restaurant my fiancé and me been in point blank,customer service , Atmosphere,food mmm 😋 top of the line will recommend it 💯period!!“

“Excellent food! I had the chicken poblano plate with grilled vegetables and it was delish! The service was excellent and the server even gave us a complimentary cup of the most amazing soup. Please eat here so it’s still here when I return to Houston!“

“Ask about the secret menu 🤫 Food is amazing so are the drinks and employees ❤️“

“Our experience at Ninfas is always stellar. We love their fajitas, chips and dip and margaritas. Our server last time we were there, Ernesto Islas, was awesome and anticipated our every need. Thanks Ninfa’s for being our go-to Mexican food spot!“

“Was there friday night July 17 everything was perfect haven't had that experience in a while any of the other restaurant in houston I highly recommended it there And service with the waiter, was out of this world he was on top of his game Thank you very much , Manny !“

“You have to try the tamales at Johnnys! I am a die hard tamale lover and the tamales were delicious. My recommendation would be the tamales (obviously), fish tacos, tres leches, churros, and chips & salsa! Our waiter was incredible! He was very welcoming, attentive, and polite. Service is extremely important and depending on your waiter and restaurant, it can be hit or miss. However, that was not the case during our visit. Hospitality was prioritized which was evident after meeting both manager and owner. Great experience!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Tex-Mex Institution You Can’t Copy Molina’s Cantina Westheimer has been serving authentic Tex-Mex for over 80 years, and it’s easy to see why. The house margarita is legendary — truly one of the best in Texas. Many have tried to copy the original salsa and the iconic Jose’s Dip, but nothing comes close. The dedication shows: some staff have been here 40–50+ years! Last night I had the Bubba de Tejas Hambergueso con Queso, and it was absolutely over the top — possibly the best burger I’ve ever had. A true Texas classic.“

“My family and I were apart of a party of about 20 people and the staff and food were incredible! Everyone was so nice, and accommodating. Our party was constantly playing musical chairs but the staff took it in stride. Everyone really enjoyed the food too and drinks too. I would highly recommend this place!“

“The manager, Mr. Bowman, is a hero! He helped us greatly in dealing with a patient in a nearby Nursing facility like a champ. So grateful for his loving concern and just plain on human kindness which is rare sometimes. We will never forget it. Thank you againg!“

“IT’S HATCH SZN!! My barbacoa enchiladas with hatch chiles, jalapeños and onions were bar none THE BOMB! 😩🤩 Thank you bartender Kristina for the rec! HOLY MOLY! Great stuff! Love my Lupe family! Thank you for another great Friday night dinner!“

“First time ever to Lupe Tortilla. My wife and I thoroughly loved each course from the appetizer to dessert. Top Shelf Margaritas were great! Jeremiah our server made great recommendations! Can't wait to return and try something different!!!“

“I have been going here before the fire. I still see the regular customers same as myself still going. Very good food and service!“

“I love there green chicken enchiladas always fresh and the margaritas and so good to top a great dinner“

“I am addicted to the crab fingers at Lorenzo’s. These things are dangerously good, and I would come back over and over again just for them.

I split the prime rib sandwich with my dad, and the picture is only half of it, so the portions are definitely generous. They also have some great specials depending on the day. The staff is always friendly, and I haven’t had anything on the menu that disappointed. Even the creamed peas were a hit.

But seriously, get the crab fingers.“

“Me and my husband go here for our anniversary and our birthdays best mexican restaurant and food in spring branch ?“

“Great! Just like old times.“

“My coworker and I grabbed a quick lunch and drink, and our service was amazing. Our bartender was very attentive and focused. The food came out quickly and was fresh. I haven't had that good service at a Torchys in a while, so I'm glad we stopped by.“

“pre-birthday celebration I have been coming to Houston Molina's for 25 years. Love it so much! ❤️“

“Baja fish tacos are as close as you can get to Cabo without a passport.“

“We enjoyed it very much! Service and food was phenomenal!“

“Great staff and the chiles rellenos were so good!!“