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.“

“Wow what a place, you walk in and feel like you stepped into Mexico. It smells of bbq mesquite smoke and flavorful spices.

We got the lunch portion of chicken fajitas and had plenty to take home for later. It came on a hot place and we got the refried beans, rice and potato con queso. Everything was sooo delicious. It came with garlic butter which we dipped the potatoes in.

We also got a margarita and boy they don't hesitate on tequila. We started calling it a 'frozen tequila' and had to sit for awhile because it hit us hard.

The staff was highly attentive and we never had to ask for extra salsa, chips, or water.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!“

“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!“

“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...“

“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“

“Awesome experience and there is two major reasons. One, the food was delicious and very Tex Mex oriented which is my absolute favorite. Two, my server was named Collin and he made my experience absolutely exceptional. Very respectful young man and he even told me he is attending Texas A&M currently. This place really knows how to hire some studs. Request Collin if you want to make your experience that much better.“

“My experience at the restaurant was excellent thanks to James and Lisa. They were both friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the meal. James was professional and helpful with recommendations, while Lisa checked in regularly and made us feel welcome. Their teamwork and great customer service really stood out. Thank you both for making my visit enjoyable—I look forward to coming 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!!“

“I keep coming back to Escalante’s Fine Tex-Mex for one reason—they get it right every time. The Mercado Taco Salad with salmon is my go-to, and it never disappoints. The salmon is perfectly cooked, fresh, and pairs incredibly well with the crisp ingredients in the salad.

And let me talk about that house creamy cilantro dressing—it’s absolutely next level. Honestly, it’s the kind of flavor that sticks with you and has you thinking about your next visit before you even leave.

Great food, consistent quality, and a spot that knows how to elevate Tex-Mex classics. Highly recommend.“

“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 !“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!!“

“Fajita Flats is a family owned business. A small business like this is TOUGH to run and keep running. No one is perfect, but these guys work hard to make it the best they can. They have a fantastic staff who have been with them for years who all part their heart and souls into keeping that business alive though great food and service. It is truly a place where even a stranger can feel welcome and at home.“

“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.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.“

“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!“

“Fantastic food, as always.

Would be a 5 star review but the service level varies by location. At the Washington location the staff boxes leftovers for you but gessner leaves the to go boxes for the customer to box. No big deal but does affect the tip. Excellent nonetheless.“

“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.“

“Great experience here on a quick trip to Houston: my server Christopher was kind and helpful, giving recommendations that made the meal and taking time to talk about the Texans when I started the conversation. Fajitas were tops, chips and salsa really good too. Zero complaints, will definitely be back.“

“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!“

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

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

“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 😅.“

“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!“

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

“Nice place Bar music, chill environment“

“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!“

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

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

“If it’s Torchy’s… It’s gonna be good! Can’t wait!“

“Excellent!“

“I went to dinner with my husband and we ordered the beef tacos al carbon, and they were delicious. Our waitress Alejandra, was super friendly she answered all our questions and provided excellent service. Great experience
Highly recommended!“

“Great food and great service.“

“Great Food Even Better Owner. I Miss It Now I’m Back In Ohio“

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

“Came as a family of 4 for my son’s birthday weekend. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was beautiful. Our waiter was Dae, he was AMAZING, he tended to our every need and just above and beyond. Robert was the manager and he was well tending to us. It was a Saturday night so of course it was about to reach capacity HOWEVER there was never a boring/waiting moment we felt. Robert said sorry for the wait and offered us dessert. They also sang happy birthday to my son, he had his own dessert plate too! The fajitas, perfectly cooked, my husband tried the tamales and OMG different but delicious! Everything that we ordered was just wonderful. Even the water!! lol little papasitos deserves an award for amazing customer service. We will definitely be back!!“

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

“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.“

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

“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! 🙂“

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

“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.“

“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!!“