50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Houston

“We had an amazing experience here! We came for dinner and drinks before going to Discovery Green across the street for Dia De Los Muertos. Beautiful restaurant with delicious cocktails and food! The service was very friendly. We loved the variety of food. Octopus was outstanding! The mole sampler was delicious!

Parking: We used the valet, however if you leave the restaurant they may or may not have parking available nearby.“

“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“

“Los mejores tacos La Sultana con todo el sabor Regio para Houston 100% recomendados.“

“We dine at Pico's every 4-6 weeks and enjoy the experience. During a recent visit, it was made even more special to us by our friendly and attentive server, Ruben, who was helpful with menu choices and seemed enthusiastic when talking with us. The food was wonderful, as always. To top it off, we were privileged to meet a local artist who had a small showing of her work that was fascinating. We will continue our visits to this restaurant.“

“Very delicious unique food. Husband and I were celebrating our 15 year anniversary and loved the service and food. The flavors transport you to a another time when corn was king. We thoroughly enjoyed it.“

“I've been wanting to try this place for a while and finally found one of their locations at Post Houston during my visit. I ordered the Beef Taco Bowl to go, and it did not disappoint! The food was flavorful with a nice tangy kick, and the portion size was generous, perfect for a hearty meal. Overall, it was a satisfying experience, and I look forward to trying more from their menu in the future. Highly recommend for anyone craving a good, filling meal!“

“Muy rica toda l comida y buen servicio“

“Vivacious gave us a great welcoming which made the food taste even better. She created a welcoming atmosphere and John was a great bartender who helped me with anything I asked while I sat at the bar. The customer service alone will have me coming back. Food amazing as always. Bring back nookies though“

“Best kombucha I’ve ever had! I particularly like blueberry mojito.“

“la atencion sobre todo fue exelente. mas sim embargo degustar cada platillo (compartimos de todo) fue una experiencia maravilloza. cada uno de los sazones se podian paladear e identificar. los mariscos, y esos moles sobre todo el pato en mole de higo. exquisito. Gracias por su servicio.“

“My BMW advisor suggested this place & the shuttle brought me here while I waited for my vehicle to be serviced. Outstanding service , quality food & very good Drinks + Family owned. The Steak had NO FAT & Homemade tortillas - that you can watch being made. This place is a MUST TRY - if you are in the area.

(The area the restaurant is in is iffy but right near the expressway & dealers.)“

“Living at Aris Market Square has been a great experience! The building is modern and well-maintained, and the apartments are thoughtfully designed with a lot of attention to detail.

The location is fantastic—being right in the heart of Houston, with Market Square Park and so many great restaurants and entertainment options nearby, makes life so convenient and enjoyable.

The amenities are impressive, especially the rooftop pool with its amazing city views. The fitness center and resident lounge are also great additions that really enhance the living experience here.

The management team and staff are always friendly and responsive, making it easy to feel at home. Maintenance requests are handled quickly, and the team is always professional and helpful.

Overall, Aris Market Square has been a wonderful place to live, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great apartment in downtown Houston.“

“Their tacos and service are always on point. But it really is more of a to go place, isn't it? I understand it's just tacos, but either have a bigger sitting area or none at all. And honestly, after twenty years, you would've thought they would've significantly upgraded and made it bigger. They've got plenty of room in the back for it. Idk, just saying. Then again, I only go there when I'm in the area, which is about once every six years.“

“met owner. The Colorada was amazing! I'll be back. Nothing like this where I live in Maine.“

“Muy riquisima birria y buen servicio“

“the food is outstanding! the campechana is amazing! the seafood that's in it is so so fresh! had the octopus tacos. delicious! the salsa with the taco was some of the best I've had“

“Amazing authentic Me I am food and cocktails-would recommend without hesitation. Our fantastic waiter Ernesto Islas was brilliant and gave us some great sightseeing tips as well!“

“Delicious food, great spot“

“Me encanto estaba muy rico“

“The food was exceptionally delicious at a very fair price. I got the migas with bacon and would definitely recommend that to anybody. the salsa and breakfast potatoes were delicious as well. Double bonus was that unlike most food trucks where you didn't have a place to eat, you had the ability to eat at the black hole coffee shop and even brought my food there for me. I would definitely recommend this to anybody and would eat here again.“

“brunch buffet was on point ! definitely recommend this place“

“Just tried La Guadalupana for the first time and can say I'm pretty impressed with the Omelette Special I received. Was stuffed with meat, cheese, mushrooms and bell peppers and came with red sauce and a side of beans and tortillas.

Service was really good with the server constantly coming back to clean up small trash and refill our coffees.

Only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is that they don't offer hot syrup with pancakes, but we also don't try to be difficult when eating at places. Just a suggestion because the pancakes themselves tasted good.

Definitely on the lower priced side but the food was delicious. Will probably be back here soon :)

Parking: The bakery is located in a small parking lot shared with a store so only about 5 spots. Otherwise it's street parking.“

“My mom has been bringing me here since I was a baby and she's been going since she was a baby ! The best tacos around and they're priced very well ! Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quick but delicious bite of food , you will not be disappointed!

Parking: There's plenty of parking on site

Kid-friendliness: This is a family type of place , all ages are welcome.

Wheelchair accessibility: There are wheelchair and handicap spots available“

“the best authentic Mexican food in Town.“

“I don’t understand why it’s not busyyy!! The owner is super friendly, and the food is immaculate . The quesabirria is delicious the consomé is rich in flavor. The hot sauce is great it has the right kick to it and it also brings more flavor to your food. Charro beans are freshhhh out the pot !!! Home made type of charros beans . Also the food is freshhhh !!!! MY NEW FAVORITE SPOT HANDS DOWN . I’ve also tried his burger y’all when I say run runnn and try it“

“We couldn’t get into Little Hen without reservations, but this was nearby and I’m so glad we got to try it. Get the Burrata Grill Toast!! You will not regret it. It’s on the sweet side, but balanced with the cheese and truffle on top. We also ordered an avocado toast to satisfy a more savory side.

But I would go back for the burrata toast“

“The food and customer service sticks up to the reviews. Tacos were delicious and the staff amazing. I come here all of the time since I’ve discovered it. I was going to another truck but the lines were always super long. This you can order ahead.“

“Los mejores tacos La Sultana con todo el sabor Regio para Houston 100% recomendados.“

“We love Little Rey! Their tacos, salads, queso and ice cream are top notch! All good fresh ingredients that make you feel good. Food comes out fast and the staff is always very friendly and helpful! We are regulars with our granddaughter and the staff, especially Juan, always makes sure we are taken care of. Love the atmosphere under the big trees, too!“

“Discovered this food truck after I left #'s. I was starving & the valet suggested I cross the street & eat here. I ordered 2 tacos al pastor. DELICIOUS!!! I don't go out much, but I've been dreaming of cemitas. I'm definitely stopping by next week!“

“The service is great. The people are polite and respectful but the food is way too salty.
Probably would eat here again and try something other than the gorditas.

Parking: Just park at the gas pump there are plenty pumps“

“Sooo good!!! One of the best barbacoa tacos ? I’ve ever had! Everything tasted so fresh: the grilled onions, peppers, the meat, and the salsa verde was amazing too! Reasonably priced and the lady who helped us (blonde) was so sweet. We tried barbacoa and fajita, but I’d definitely go back to try more.“

“I love love love Craft Burger in Finn Hall! The burger and fries are my favorite. The staff is exceptional as well!“

“We rented scooters to celebrate my daughter’s birthday with friends. Samantha was kind & very helpful with our reservation. Julian & Gabe were helpful as well with explaining the rules & proper use of the scooters. The rental location on Leeland had a very nice setup & we were surprised that we got free tacos as well. We will be back for sure. I would highly recommend this place.“

“Hired them for a birthday party and what a hit!! Very prompt, delicious food and very friendly service. Definitely use again and recommend!! Thank you Luis!!“

“Los mejores tacos La Sultana con todo el sabor Regio para Houston 100% recomendados.“

“I love going to El Rey Taqueria after my hikes at Memorial Park. Nothing like a couple Vegan Cuban tacos after an arduous walk in the Texas heat! Light and fresh, but packs generous protein with the black beans! Yum!

Kid-friendliness: Yes!“

“So this place is to quiet for a Saturday night. The food is really good and is a great price. They pack those plates with so much food as well. This place is amazing and will recommend!!! The pictures are a Raspberry Margarita and Chile Poblano.“

“I don’t know why this place gets a lot of mixed reviews. I’ve never had any problems with the quality in my opinion, it’s not the best place for tacos but it’s also not the worst. I’ve eaten here several times whenever I’m in the area and I get their fajita tacos. I’m an absolute fan of the salsa verde because it’s got a good kick to it. The prices are also very reasonable, parking is easy to find too. I like their horchata as well.

I think a lot of people get confused with all the copy’s of this restaurant. There are a lot of places that name themselves "Tacos La Bala" but they aren’t affiliated with this one. I’ve always eaten at the location on Bellaire Blvd.

Parking: It’s always easy to find parking over here, there is plenty of spots available.

Kid-friendliness: I’ve seen families bring their kids multiple times over here so there shouldn’t be any issues with that“

“The place here is absolutely & very welcoming. Chris made some delicious drinks I cannot wait to go back! His recommendations for us to try were spot on. Highly recommend this place! Definitely a place to start off the day/ evening with ✨“

“los mejores tacos k eh provado“

“Literally the best tacos in Houston! Not greasy, great staff! Very nice! My partner and I are always trying out different taco trucks all around the city of Houston, from places we drive by with a crowd to places recommend to us and those little spots that don't seem to have much traffic. Nothing compares to this hit spot! Highly recommend and almost everyone that I recommend this spot to says the same!“

“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!!“

“todo estaba bueno, recomendado con lilly“

“excelente servicio, rico, economico y muy buena atención.“

“El Tiempo Cantina on Washington Avenue: A Houston Staple

El Tiempo Cantina on Washington Avenue is truly a Houston institution. Every time I’m in town, I make it a priority to dine here, and it never disappoints. The beef fajitas, served with flavorful cilantro rice and paired with a perfectly blended frozen margarita, are a classic combo that somehow always tastes exactly as I remember—whether it’s been a week or a year since my last visit.

But what really sets El Tiempo apart is the incredible staff. It’s rare these days to find a place where you’re greeted by familiar faces, where the servers remember your name, or even ask about your family. Their warmth and genuine hospitality make every meal feel like a homecoming. El Tiempo isn’t just a place to eat; it’s a place to feel connected, making it a must-visit whenever I'm in Houston.“

“Food was amazing, everything was nice and clean. Owner was very nice. Birria quesadilla was incredible. Definitely worth a visit“

“Corinna and Sage are the most fabulous people I have ever had the pleasure of ordering a drink from. They are extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and nothing short of excellent. This type of service is hard to come by. They remember my order, regularly check-in, and make you smile on a tough day. Echoes is my new favorite spot and I can not stop recommending it to my friends and family. This place is such a gem.“

“We had a business lunch for some 40 people at La Tapatia located at 1749 Richmond Avenue. I was impressed by the service the restaurant manager Alberto provided from my initial contact through the end of the event and found him to be professional, trustworthy, and with an outstanding attitude towards his customers. Alberto offered suggestions and took personal ownership. Alberto's team especially Judith who helped with serving food did an outstanding job in making the event a very successful one. Overall, a great experience and outstanding value for money!“

“Amazing Tex Mex!!! And I’m a super picky eater! No avocado, tomato, or onions, but dipped in avocado sauce!!!! Man!!!!!“