50 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants near Stafford

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

“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!“

“El Tiempo Cantina never disappoints! The food is always delicious, but the carnitas are AMAZING—so flavorful, tender, and perfectly cooked. Easily some of the best I’ve had in Houston area Great atmosphere, generous portions, and consistently good food. Definitely a favorite!“

“Great family Mexican place. The breakfast menu is excellent, especially the carnitas tacos. Surprisingly good is the liver & onions. All the food is great, and the staff is super nice. Service is quick and friendly.“

“Great food and Service...“

“Great Mexican food and marguerites!“

“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“

“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 !“

“Experience was great for our Girls Night. Every one was respectful and genuine. Our waiter made multiple trips to our table to check on us and they continuously filled up our drinks without us even asking. The food was great and so were the drinks. Would definitely recommend to anyone.“

“We had a lovely sister luncheon. The blackened salmon Cabo salad was a great choice for us to split. The service was excellent. Michael our waiter was exceptional. He graciously welcomed us as first time diners and gave a great explanation of all his favorite dishes. This was a fabulous experience. Thank you!“

“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!“

“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!!“

“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!!“

“Nice place Bar music, chill environment“

“Kellie the General Manager at the Sugar Land location is always friendly and stops by to say hello! She is the cream of the crop!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Excelente servicio todo muy rico y muy amables me senti como en casa en monterrey“

“I visited the spot on Richmond Avenue and found it lively but not overly crowded. The staff was friendly—our bartender, Santos, was attentive and even refilled chips and salsa without being asked. Portions felt average for the price; the fish tacos were smaller than some past orders, though the flavor was decent. Parking was tight on the street, but manageable. The chips and salsa were a highlight, and the cocktails were strong. A minor hiccup: the dessert had an odd burnt oil taste, but it was removed promptly. Maybe double-check the kitchen’s consistency there.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“Dinner was great. Our server, William, was attentive and very personable. We had a large group (16 women) and all meals/beverages were accurate. Very enjoyable experience.“

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

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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!“

“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!“

“I stopped by this spot on Southwest Freeway and was immediately greeted with a lively, upbeat vibe—cheerful music and a hostess with a warm smile who got us seated fast. Our server, Jason, was enthusiastic and knowledgeable, raving about the fajitas (which lived up to the hype). Portions were huge, food fresh, and the margaritas? Perfectly balanced with Tajin. The place was busy but never overwhelming, and parking was straightforward. One small tip: the enchiladas had a hefty cheese layer—maybe a lighter option would be nice for those who prefer less. Still, an excellent meal with stellar service.“

“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!“

“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 absolutely love coming to Elbita’s! I love their breakfast tacos and barbacoa. The birria tacos are the best I’ve ever had! I recommend this place to everyone at work. The environment is friendly, clean, and the service is great. Support local!“

“Authentic Mexican food, excellent service, professional, friendly staff, a great meal out. We will be coming back.“

“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.“

“I would like to thank Jason for helping make my daughter’s confirmation party a great one. I called the day before the party to see what they had to offer because I was tired and couldn’t think of what to cook for my guests. He took his time go through the different options available and I told him that I would think about it and call back. I did so thirty minutes later and set the delivery for 2pm the following day. The confirmation ceremony was a little shorter than scheduled so my husband asked me to call and see if I they could deliver the food earlier. I called, it was Jason again, and without question he promised to have it to us as soon as possible. They did so before 1:30p. The food was hot, so I did not have to reheat it. My friend helped me set it up. I got the party pack with beef. We were both amazed by the amount of food and by the fact that they brought us plates, forks ( which I forgot to get at the store) . The food was a hit with my picky teens and adults guests. Thank you so much for your patience with me. I now understand why my friend Ashlee orders from you. So Jason, once again, you are AWESOME!!!! Be ready for more orders from my friends for upcoming graduation parties 😅.“

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

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

“This El Tiempo Cantina was okay. The wait staff was very attentive, and actually maybe too attentive. We were trying to have uninterrupted conversation over lunch and they came by literally 12 times to ask if things were okay when we just wanted to talk. Otherwise, the food was okay, and that's the real reason for 4 stars instead of 5, because the atmosphere is excellent and again, they were very friendly.“

“We are from New Orleans, this was our first time eating here. We come to this area every few months for medical reasons. We don’t have one close to us. Many people recommended it and it did not disappoint. We enjoyed everything we had. So good! 🙂“

“Well all depends on wht you are ordering prices vary. Above all super good never a fail. Their salsa is sooo good and spicy they are quick I can order over the phone by the time I get there food is ready suoer good btw and really really great food service.“

“Great experience! The people are wonderful and the food was amazing!!“

“Simply the best quesadilla I have ever had. I am being very serious. Their website was very easy and user friendly. Placed the order and pick it up in 10 min.My son loved the fajipapas, which was something I have never seen on menu, however my son wanted fries and fajitas so that worked like a charm. Prices are fair and the customer service at their website's chat was also good.So 5 stars to them. I was one of their first customers as today is their opening day :). Will keep ordering form you!“

“Very good Mexican food!!!“

“yes great food great prices awsome margaritas.People and the atmosphere is awsome. I known the owner for years great service.“

“Excellent!“

“Prices are a little on the high side, but well worth it! Probably one of the best cheese enchiladas I've ever had , I will probably make a spot here. Highly recommend!!!“

“We enjoyed our evening out at Lupe. We went for happy hour with a group of 5 friends. To our surprise HH is only honored at the bar not in the bar area. Just a word to the wise if you want HH with a large group this may not be the spot. Otherwise, our server Francisco was amazing. He too great care of us, the food was good and came out quickly.“