50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Shenandoah

“The food was amazing! The kids taco was HUGE! Our server Erick, went above and beyond! He definitely made our first experience a great one! We kept asking ourselves, why haven’t we eaten here before? Definitely plan on returning!“

“Kind of a strange spot. Live music. Great salsa margaritas probably the best service I’ve had in a while. It really reminds you of your childhood Mexican restaurant. The enchiladas were sweeter than usual. Which didn’t ruin anything. I sat with my family of 5 and was treated wonderfully. Priced accordingly. I guess the ac isn’t that strong. Tons of fans. Was not hot . I’ll come back to try the avocado margarita“

“Delicious brunch! Homemade corn and flour tortillas. Great variety. Biscuits and gravy, fresh waffles, omelettes, barbacoa, carnitas, chicharrón in salsa, nopales, barbacoa, chiles rellenos, menudo, etc., etc., etc!“

“Just took 22 people people here and it was incredible. Drink never empty, chips always filled, salsa never empty, food was fresh and tastes amazing…… food was on the table, just as fast as 2 people eating.“

“The food here is amazing the service was great it was very quick and everyone was so very nice!“

“The flan is amazing!!!!!!“

“We heard family talk about how good Chuy's was and we have been looking for good Mexican food. We were in the area and thought we would give it a try. OH MY!!!! The restaurant is decorated very colorfully and our waiter, Kevin, was cheerful and attentive. We received our chips and salsa...AND...the creamy Jalapeno dip. That was like jalapeno ranch dressing. Both were good and the chips were great. We ordered the steak burrito with hatch pepper, Mexican rice, and beans, and a chicken enchilada (a la carte). The food came out in a reasonable amount of time and was hot. The green chili on the enchilada was bland and seemed like it needed another ingredient. The hatch green chili sauce on the steak burrito had good taste and was slightly spicy (for me).
Overall, the food was some of the better Mexican food we have tried in the last few months. The cost was reasonable, getting out of the door at $33 including tip and fountain drinks.“

“We had another incredible dinner tonight and we were so happy to introduce our neighbors. Elizabeth was absolutely amazing as usual and the chef did what he does, absolutely wow’d us. We shared a few apps and entrees and left extremely satisfied. We are grateful to have Belly of the Beast so close by.“

“Great food and Margaritas!!!“

“Upon placing a takeout order, they called me to ask my arrival time to make sure the meal was fresh and at the perfect temperature. It was efficiently packaged so everything stayed hot, crispy and fresh. When you dine in, they make you feel like family. They are warm, welcoming and the meals are delicious. One of the best restaurants in The Woodlands 🥹❤️“

“Food was very good. Service was not. After almost 10 minutes had to flag down a waiter to see who was supposed to be taking care of our table. This waiter took our drink and appetizer order and delivered our appetizer hot to the table. When the waiter who was to take our table showed up, she just walked up and said” you ready to order?” No introduction, no explanation of the confusion and why she now was taking our order. We came at 5 pm and they were not busy with plenty of wait staff walking to other tables. May try them again as the food is good and will need to see if service better the next time.“

“This has quickly become one of my favorite places to eat. The food is delicious and reasonably priced.“

“These were the best tacos we’ve ever had! The day we came, their AC had gone out. The food was so good though, people were staying and eating! We’ve never been here before, but we will definitely be back! My favorite was the huevos rojos with chorizo frijoles. So good! Made this fat girl happy!“

“An amazing place for great food great atmosphere you'll be relaxed and well fed they have a wonderful addition outside you can eat outside now just a great place to enjoy“

“Recently had my husband’s 40th birthday party here using their private room area and it was great! Nelson was so helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. The servers worked hard to stay on top of everyone’s tabs and the fajita buffet was perfect! No one left hungry and the birthday boy was extremely happy with everything!“

“The best tacos al pastor of the whole area, I love the green salsa!“

“We came in from Corpus christi for a concert and stopped here for dinner before the show. The food was amazing. We shared a cali burrito and I give it a 10. We also ordered the rolled tacos which was good but at the end it was too much food for us. But I highly recommend this place. Service was amazing and super friendly. Can't wait to see them again in a month for the next concert here at the woodlands.“

“Best around the area. Food and staff are on point.“

“Excelente servicio y muy rápido, la comida exquisita y la mesera (Sara) excelente trato. Bendiciones desde Puerto Rico“

“I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“El lugar está limpio,todas las señoras que atienden la orden muy amables y muy rápidas la comida está muy buena y con buen sabor definitivamente lo recomiendo“

“My suegro is from Guadalajara, Jalisco so we thought we’d try this place and we were not disappointed at all. We tried cocktails, the trompito al pastor, the torta, the sopes, and the guava cheesecake and all of it was delicious. We went during lunch time and the service was great with very little wait time for our orders to come out. And the suggestions our server made were on point. Even later that evening when we reheated our leftovers they packed up for us, the al pastor was still so tender and flavorful. I experienced a medical emergency towards the end of our visit and we had to leave abruptly, but I’m already looking forward to returning. I only got two sips into my cafe de olla before we had to leave, but I’m still day dreaming about it! Highly recommend ending the meal with some cafe.“

“Professional & Affordable Catering Services“

“muy buen servicio. 👍 y buen lugar“

“Three times, I've taken myself to this restaurant to dine alone. The service is so nice, as the waitresses check on you often. The place is always emaculate. The food is so delicious and salad vegetables are crispy fresh. I love, love, love all the dishes I've ordered. My favorite is fajitas poblanas.“

“Excelente servicio y muy rápido, la comida exquisita y la mesera (Sara) excelente trato. Bendiciones desde Puerto Rico“

“This restaurant is so amazing! I’ve been searching for a long time to find a place that has great tacos and green sauce!! I highly recommend to anyone!“

“Very nice atmosphere, friendly attentive staff excellent food, tasty � and price friendly.“

“If you’re looking for California style Mexican food, this is where you’ll find it! Carne asada and California burritos, killer tacos & great margaritas!“

“I travel the states and all of Texas frequently, I’ve been a loyal patrol since the 80’s. Enjoying this family restaurant since the days on Federal Road, it’s all you need for the best service and cuisine of its type. It’s a must if you’re into the real deal. Best queso, chips, Rita’s, Horchata and Beef Buritos with Child Gravy and Cheese available plus anything else on the menu, seriously!! I stake my foodie on it. Thomas, please try and visit these great folks.“

“It’s the neighborhood restaurant experience. You are welcome, the food is great and the atmosphere is comfortable.“

“Love great place to eat. Drinks weren’t bad either.“

“Wonderful dinner and beautiful service. Stephanie is delightful server. We will be back soon. Excited to go for brunch.“

“My wife, Cindy, and I had a flea market business. Saturday mornings we would hit yard sales in the area to find new products. This was one of our favorite places to grab a breakfast taco.

Food is very good and the menu has a lot of tasty choices.“

“Great food! Very polite and friendly Employees! prices are very reasonable with large potions of food! Really good Menudo (Im very picky of Menudo) Awesome taste!!! We will definitely be back over and over again!“

“This is a must go to restaurant if you want the best Mexican food. Their drinks are authentic and the Service is the best! I'll be back for more!“

“These a very good tacos in the Spring Area! Salsas are very good, I prefer the green one or mix em together. I got to have the grilled onion with a grilled jalapeño! Always! Great customer service! 💯 % Thanks 🙏🏽“

“Great food and service and the staff is always friendly.“

“Monarca Mexican Cocina in Creekside Park is a must-visit for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts and steak lovers alike. Their filet mignon is a highlight—perfectly tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It’s a top-tier choice that’s elevated by the restaurant's authentic Mexican sides and sauces. Pairing it with one of their frozen margaritas, which strike a perfect balance between tangy and refreshing, takes the experience to another level.

One of the best-kept secrets here is their speakeasy bar, Gus. Tucked away from the main dining area, Gus offers a cozy, exclusive vibe with craft cocktails that blend classic Mexican flavors with creative twists. It’s the perfect spot to unwind or start an evening with friends.

With warm, attentive service and a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, Monarca Mexican Cocina is an ideal choice for a special night out or a casual meal with family and friends. It’s a true gem in Creekside Park!“

“Excellent food and polite friendly service. In and out fast“

“Went to El Palenque after a lapse in time of visiting. Found they were under new management. Orders Pollo Con Crema, Pablano, order of tortillas and one Margarita to go. Pollo Con Crema was very salty, the Stuffed Pablano was only 1, and never received the tortilla's after being asked if it was flour our corn, a few times. Got home with my bag, no tortillas. Order was just under $40.00. Very disappointed. Until they 'regulate' their menu, prices and service, I won't be going back for some time. One Pablano 'dinner' was $18.00. Come on now. Pollo Con Crema used to be my go to but not now. The chicken was good but all served on top of the refried beans. Was a soupy mess.“

“Stopped here for breakfast and I knew as soon as I pulled into the parking lot I was about to have a killer breakfast. The first thing I noticed was the menu had some meats listed that are typically more difficult to find. The woman at the window was incredibly kind and helpful. She didn’t recognize us and so made a point to ask us where we were from, how we found them, etc. Every item was customizable to be exactly what I wanted. I got a breakfast taco and my friend got a breakfast burrito. Everything was cooked fresh and our food was hot. The tortillas were obviously homemade, and the fillings were generous enough my friend couldn’t finish their food. They also had a great variety of Mexican sodas and agua Fresca. I will definitely be returning, it was by far one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had“

“This place is LITERALLY my favorite little taco shop, especially their crispy tacos!! The Pastor is addicting!! I always get several things, as I literally can’t narrow it down any further because it’s all amazing lol. Ground beef and pastor crispy tacos with cheese, chicken floutas, ground beef tostada w cheese, and the chicken soup (if they have it), plus a Mexican coke (when in Rome). It seems to be a mother and son operation. It’s always delicious, but when the woman is cooking, it’s like someone’s una poquita abuelita back there making magic!!! 🤤 I highly recommend this place to everyone I know. It can be kinda loud, if there are ppl in there being loud (watching things on their phones, or using speaker phone ANNOYING). There’s an off putting smell when you first walk in, unfortunately (like their plumbing isn’t great), but you get used to it after about 5 min (not my favorite thing to report in a restaurant tbh, but the food is THAT GOOD! It doesn’t deter me). I have eaten here more times than I can count now! My only complaint is that on a rare occasion, they aren’t open during their regular posted hours, so call first to be sure. I drive 20 min or so to get there, so that can be a huge let down when you’re super excited about the most delicious tacos on this side of Louetta! Customer for life!!! Don’t get me wrong, when the male is cooking, it’s also delicious, but the woman seems to put a little extra love in everything she makes!“

“I live about an hour and a half away from here but any time we go shopping or are in the Houston area, we stop to eat here. The service is great and the food is better!

The prices are very fair for the quality and portions.

We have tried their tacos, birria tacos and the birria pizza. All of it was not just good, it was perfect. My family loves to stop and eat here and we usually end up buying food to bring home too.

The location is odd but it works! They have tables and a covered seating area so you can eat there or in your car or even at home. Whatever your heart desires but we always eat there and never have a problem.

For anyone who doesn’t speak English, don’t fret, they are bilingual so go get you some good Mexican food and fall in love with all of the flavors!“

“My wife and my daughter love this place and I do too come check them out yulll“

“I recently stopped by Grab n Go Tacos and was blown away! The tacos were absolutely delicious - perfectly seasoned meat, fresh toppings, and that homemade salsa? 🔥🔥🔥

What really impressed me was how quick and efficient the service was. I was in and out in no time, which is perfect for a busy workday lunch.
Plus, the prices are incredibly reasonable for the quality of food you get.

Highly recommend checking them out! You won't be disappointed.

The Baja tacos were my absolute favorite!

The staff were super friendly and helpful.

I'll definitely be a repeat customer!“

“It’s the neighborhood restaurant experience. You are welcome, the food is great and the atmosphere is comfortable.“

“Fast seating on New Years Eve. Excellent service and food!“

“Delicious had fun with the family“

“I am very picky about tex-mex. This is one of my favorite places.“