50 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants near Stafford

“I was around the area and stumbled upon this small yet eye catching restaurant. My expectations were low but I was quickly proven wrong once I ordered the enchiladas. OMG! My life was changed. I highly recommend Raizee for anyone around the area. 10/10! ??️“

“I was working in Stafford. A friend who lives there and I had made plans to meet for a margarita during National Margarita Day. She suggested Eduardo's. The salsa is warm and not too spicy. The chips are not greasy. Big frozen margaritas are $5. They're pretty strong. We arrived at about 3 p.m. Lunch specials last through 4 p.m. That's great and rarely heard of. I ordered spinach quesadillas. They're $10.50. You get four with sour cream and a little bit of guacamole. They're pretty good. Our waiter was really nice. I'll definitely go back if in the area of Stafford.“

“Kayla was amazing when it comes to service! She was very personable and attentive to our table. Because of her great service my family and I stayed til closing time. The food came out fast and hot and Kayla was always there constantly checking to make sure we was okay! I would recommend coming to this location and when you go ask for Kayla! Thanks again Kayla!!“

“First off, I had ZERO idea this restaurant was at all affiliated with Ninfa’s. The level at which I miss Ninfa’s is hard to measure. After reading all the stories on the menu I was so ready to order. Looking at the menu I knew I had to order the carnitas. To say they were perfect would be a gross understatement. Crispy on the outside tender and fall apart juicy on the inside. Each bite was heaven. The service was great. Our drinks never emptied and the server was on it. The margaritas stayed full and we were there for a few hours. This is a meal that I will remember for a long time. When I am back in Houston, I will return.“

“The food is moderately priced but very, very tasty. Not an "in" spot like Pappasitos but very satisfying, without the crowds. A good regular go to place. Servers are very friendly and the manager stopped by to ask how things were.“

“Excellent place to grab some lunch or dinner, I've been several times now. Service was quick and may tacos were really good. The bartender was really nice and helpful with my choices. I will definitely be back again. The only one I got a picture of is the Vagabond is was awesome“

“So the food looks amazing , but it did lack a little bit more flavor than I’m used to , it was good though . Absolutely loved loved their salsa . Not your traditional tortillas ,a little on the thin and crispy side . Pricing seems great for how much food you’re getting . I think overall place was great but just didn’t have much of like that popping flavor you’d expect .“

“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“

“Arcade has a great attitude. He greets us with a big smile every time we come here. The food and service are exceptional. Arcade is also very attentive to detail and always repeats our order to check for accuracy. Way to go Arcade and the Rice Village Torchy’s!“

“Once or twice a week we eat here. Great customer service snd food is always on point - we love it!“

“Good food every time I go“

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

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

“Very Solid Mexican food and drinks.I usually go for Quesadillas and margaritas. Both very nice, the beef quesadillas are my favorite as well as the frozen house margarita.I can really much recommend this place!Parking: You can easily park in front of the supermarket“

“The food is delicious and tropical…“

“Pappasito's NEVER fails to exceed expectations! Great original location with a wonderful vibe. Staff are top notch and food is, too. Veggie options do exist and are delish! Did I mention the drink flights??? ??Vegetarian options: Had them make me a veggie quesadilla and we split their amazing, freshly made guacamole. If you've never had it, you haven't lived!!! ??“

“I was passing through and I stumbled upon this place. I sat at the bar and the bartender (Evelyn ) was very attentive and helpful. She suggested the margaritas which were delicious and tasteful. I will definitely come back and try the rest of the menu.“

“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!“

“I frequent this Escalante’s location at Highland Village. When I come by myself, I grab a seat at the bar. The staff, led by GM Eden, is *always* excellent. And I receive consistent, superior service by Lisa and their newest bartender Sevi. (Jacob, one of the managers, does a fantastic job and is always nice to talk to.) There are several menu items that keep me coming back: chicken quesadillas, empanadas, enchiladas, tortilla soup, fajitas, and my favorite, the street tacos. I also love the table side guac that they recently brought back, as well as their famed queso blanco with its accompaniments. At Escalante’s, you really get a great value. The portions are generous, the food is always fresh, and they keep the restaurant immaculately clean. Parking can be a challenge, but depending when you arrive, you’ll be able to find a space that doesn’t require valet. I highly recommend this location. Five (enthusiastic) stars all around.“

“Nice place Bar music, chill environment“

“Love this place. From the time you walk in, the service is A-1. The wait staff was great. Even the wait staff from other sections stopped at our table to make sure we didn't need anything. The owner also came by our table as well. Now to the food and drinks. Great food and drinks. I made a happy plate. Oh and the chips are so light and both salsas were good too“

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

“If you are looking for a upscale Tex-Mex restaurant then this one place for you! This restaurant has the right amount of fancy and casual. The service was excellent everyone was pleasant and attentive. The chips have the perfect amount of crunch ( I personally don't eat salsa) but I did hear that it tasted very authentic. The food comes out extremely hot and the cheese melts in your mouth.“

“I went in after work to unwind for a bit before my drive across town. The counter staff was relaxed and friendly. I got exceptional service from Kimberly who went out of her way to interact with me. My appetizer was hot and fresh. I didn't have a whole meal but this was a good time to visit, before the dinner rush. I'll be back again soon.“

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“Hector was a fabulous waiter. He was attentive, kind, and even brought me very small samples of the mole! Both moles I had were soooo good that I ended up getting food with both lol. The food was temperature hot, flavorful, and came out quicker than expected.Mango Margarita topped with grand marnier was mid and not strong after a long day of cleaning lol, I'll try a different next time. Yes, there will be a next time!!“

“Very good food , and a excellent service“

“Good food , Good service , Good Margaritas“

“The chicken fajitas are absolutely phenomenal. Every bite is so tender and delicious. The wait staff is incredibly attentive and friendly. I always feel like royalty when I eat here because of how well the staff takes care of me. I recommend this restaurant to every friend of mine who has plans to travel to Houston, because you really can't miss out on a spectacular place like this.“

“I ordered chilaquiles, the menu description was with avocado and they were served without avocado and with tinga. In addition, far from being chilaquiles, they were toasts in scant tomato sauce because it was not enough to cover all the toasts, the cheese was skimpy, the waiter and cashier He said that the description of the menu was wrong ? ok why do they serve them differently than what is on the menu????“

“Great food. My family enjoyed their outing“

“riquísimo todo las tortas súper y las aguas frescas“

“Casual neighborhood Mexican restaurant. Full-service with great Margaritas cold beers, and chips. You'll love it. Still good classic Tex mexParking: Plenty of parkingWheelchair accessibility: Easy wheel chair accept for private dining elevated area.. its rollator and wheelchair friendly“

“We LOVE this establishment, the cocktails are always fantastic and strong. The service is ALWAYS great and a joy to be around. The skinny margaritas rimmed with jajin and my favorite. We wish they had a skinny frozen margarita machine. The food is ok, could use a little more flair and flavor. Even though the food is ok, we will still come regularly to Los Tio’s in West-U.Vegetarian options: Ask and you shall receive vegetarian options.Parking: We never had a parking issue.“

“Lightning fast service and fabulous food!!“

“This place is a total vibe. Such a cute place for date night, hanging with the girls or family. We dined in the Monkey Bar which is secluded in the back for a different ambiance. The Monkey Bar does have a different drink menu than the other part of the restaurant. Our bartender Bam was beyond exceptional. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and gave great recommendations for food and drinks. Honestly, the food is okay. The drinks are great! Definitely will be back just for the vibes and drinks!“

“Tikkas & Takkos has made the food truck scene in Houston even better with their amazing Indian halal food. The flavors are strong, the spices are just right, and the quality is excellent. You have to try their tasty kebabs and delicious sauces. A must try food truck!“

“First time here. One taco is definitely a meal. I ordered 2. Barbacoa and a chicken fajita taco. Very good. Also got guacamole and chips ...the big bowl of guacamole. Homemade and tasted great. Bring your appetite because there is a lot to choose from and the portions are pretty good sized.“

“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!“

“I actually go to this location alot with my son, we live walking distance away. Tonight I went with my boy for dinner with our new adopted dog(yes I verified pets were OK on the patio/outside areas). Sent my 11 year old in to let the hostess know that we would be at the outdoor table just him and I on our regular taco night. Took 10 min for a hostess to walk 6ft to our table and she truly had so much attitude we left for the first time ever. No HI how are u this evening, just " only 2?, fine your server will be out in afew." Not even a smile just a look of disgust. Maybe she didn't like animals or kids idk, but if I'm planning on spending $100 on a meal I expect at least a welcoming experience. In the past the servers have been phenomenal, Kim the day manager (I think is awesome) and the night shift manager Maria has went out of her way to provide a great experience. Please train your hostesses better than this.*Update just order Togo or on uber. Perfect order no hostess with attitude. Excellent choice togo“

“Great Mexican food and marguerites!“

“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!!“

“Great food classic Molina's great chips as well as love the antique look inside i remember the molinas on kirby and 59 years ago still has the same great taste and they have free refills great place“

“I placed an order for my family’s 2023 Christmas dinner at this place having never even eaten here before, and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! I ordered mixed fajitas (beef/chicken), and it came with rice, beans, guacamole, cheese, pico de gallo, lettuce, tortillas, chips, salsa… basically everything needed. The meat was so flavorful and the beef fajitas were so tender, my family raves about the food. If you’ve never eaten here before (which I hadn’t) you’re missing out! I will definitely be returning several times in the future, as a matter of fact I was thinking of ordering from them today and that’s when I remembered that I hadn’t written a review. The food is amazing, don’t miss out on this spot!“

“Good food and very clean for my first being there.“

“Our first time here. Got there just after 11am and had the lunch special. Andrea was wonderful and gave us some recommendations. I ended up getting the soft chicken taco, baja slaf and twice refried beans. Everything was amazing and service was superb. Looking forward to returning. I almost forgot, the chips are made in house and are so addictive! Decor and Seating is colorful and ample.“

“Yesterday, on 3-11-2024, El Templo in the Galleria area was hailed as the best restaurant, and it has quickly become my new favorite spot. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, but let me tell you about the exceptional staff. Our server, Carlos, was a gem - he knew the menu inside and out, answering all of my questions with ease. As we were still deliberating over what to order, the manager, Anglic, approached our table with a warm greeting. Her positive energy was infectious. Then Carlos had suggested trying the fillet mignon fajitas, I was intrigued. Fillet mignon is my favorite cut of steak, and to have it in fajita form was a delightful surprise.When our food arrived, Carlos continued to impress with his attentive service. The food was outstanding, but what truly set El Templo apart was the exceptional management of Anglic. She ensured that every patron was well taken care of, guiding her staff with grace and ensuring that our dining experience was nothing short of perfect. I have visited this restaurant a few times before, but yesterday's experience was unparalleled.I highly recommend El Templo in the Galleria area, and I extend my heartfelt thanks to the manager, Anglic, for making our visit even more memorable. This TexMex restaurant has now become my top choice, thanks to the impeccable service and warm hospitality we received.“

“We have been dining at this location since it opened in 1993. The food and service has been consistently great and our server Magdalena is the best! She is great with people, is always cheerful and efficient and always "goes the extra mile," to ensure a wonderful dining experience. Miguel, the manager, is always very welcoming to the guests and the great food and wonderful friendly staff makes this restauarant our favorite spot and keeps us coming back again and again.Ed and Regina Seale“

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

“Wonderful family-owned business! If you’re looking to satisfy your Mexican food cravings, look no further!This place looks like it’s here to stay, I’ve been coming here for almost two plus years ?If you love burritos, you have to try them! But honestly you have to try the entire menu ?“