Diners' Choice: Tex-Mex restaurants in Houston

A photo of Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Heights restaurant

4.9

4.9 (348)

$31 to $50

Tex-Mex

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos, y'all!

Inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch and the colorful creations of our abuela, our family's Kitchen & Cantina showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border. Nothing matches the flavor of food grilled over mesquite. Try wood-fired Texas quail swaddled in homemade tortillas, jalapeno rellanos stuffed with house-made chorizo and sizzling, family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco - a unique spin on Houston barbeque. Our days begin roasting chilies and tomatoes, rolling fresh tortillas in our bakery and wringing every last drop of Ruby Red grapefruit for cocktails. We hand-grind our own sausage and hand-trim every ounce of meat in our butchery, then anoint it with the savory seasonings and marinades we've honed over generations. A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa.

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GrahamVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great service and food as always. Plus margaritas are spot on

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Superica Houston Heights

4.7

4.7 (78)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Northside

About the restaurant

Superica
– “where sunshine spends the winter” – also known as Tex-Mex cuisine served in an Old-West-inspired atmosphere alongside music inspired by Austin.

The cuisine is a combination of 1950s Tex-Mex and the wood grill that has taken the food to another level by way of fajitas and more. An “evolved Tex-Mex menu,” includes the classics: tacos, nachos, tamales and enchiladas plus more intricate dishes such as wood-grilled fajitas and shrimp tacos always served with just-made flour tortillas, all while paying homage to the traditions and recipes that have been a part of the Texas culture for decades.

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Tracey

Dined today

We dined at LaLucha next door first for appetizers and drinks. We were celebrating my Sister’s Birthday and the fried chicken, biscuits and fries did not disappoint. The Best fried chicken we’ve eaten at a restaurant. We had dinner at Superica and I absolutely loved the ginger margarita and chicken fajitas. Very tasty and good! Will definitely be back at both restaurants.

Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Memorial

4.8

4.8 (1306)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Westside

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos, y'all!

Inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch and the colorful creations of our abuela, our family's Kitchen & Cantina showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border.

Nothing matches the flavor of food grilled over mesquite. Try wood-fired Texas quail swaddled in homemade tortillas, jalapeno rellanos stuffed with house-made chorizo and sizzling, family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco - a unique spin on Houston barbeque.

Our days begin roasting chilies and tomatoes, rolling fresh tortillas in our bakery and wringing every last drop of Ruby Red grapefruit for cocktails. We hand-grind our own sausage and hand-trim every ounce of meat in our butchery, then anoint it with the savory seasonings and marinades we've honed over generations.

A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa.

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KentVIP

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

This place is pretty close to perfect. Service , Food, Atmosphere…perfect!

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Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Highland Village

4.8

4.8 (9)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

River Oaks

About the restaurant

Since 1993, Escalante’s has developed a well earned reputation for traditional, flavorful Tex-Mex food, hand-crafted margaritas and exceptional service. With seven locations across Houston, Escalante's serves the finest Tex-Mex cuisine close to your home or office in Houston. Tortillas made by hand, guacamole prepared fresh for every order, white queso that simmers for hours. Center-cut outer-skirt steak hand-trimmed, marinated, and cooked to order for every beef fajita. Consistent quality is our specialty. Join us for Houston's best Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

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Patrick

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Great service and food. Will go back next time we are in town

Cyclone Anaya's - Rice Village

4.6

4.6 (353)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Rice Village

About the restaurant

We are Houston’s Original Tex-Mex Familia since 1966! Cyclone Anaya’s has been Houston’s favorite destination for the best margaritas in town for over 50 years. With our scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, our tender and flavorful fajitas, and many more Tex-Mex delights, we've helped to define and perfect this world-famous regional cuisine. Join us today at one of six Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!

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ErikVIP

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

It’s always great to be here. The service was good and the ambiance is great!!

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Woodway

4.8

4.8 (4)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Westside

About the restaurant

Since 1993, Escalante’s has developed a well earned reputation for traditional, flavorful Tex-Mex food, hand-crafted margaritas and exceptional service. With seven locations across Houston, Escalante's serves the finest Tex-Mex cuisine close to your home or office in Houston. Tortillas made by hand, guacamole prepared fresh for every order, white queso that simmers for hours. Center-cut outer-skirt steak hand-trimmed, marinated, and cooked to order for every beef fajita. Consistent quality is our specialty. Join us for Houston's best Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

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MichaelVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Luis was a great waiter and made our dinner so much fun and easy

Cyclone Anaya's - CityCentre

4.8

4.8 (260)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Westside

About the restaurant

We are Houston’s Original Tex-Mex Familia since 1966! Cyclone Anaya’s has been Houston’s favorite destination for the best margaritas in town for over 50 years. With our scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, our tender and flavorful fajitas, and many more Tex-Mex delights, we've helped to define and perfect this world-famous regional cuisine. Join us today at one of six Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!

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ElyssaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent lunch specials, very quiet and attentive service. Love the power bowl with chicken.

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Bay Area

4.6

4.6 (11)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Clear Lake / Webster / Bay Area

About the restaurant

Since 1993, Escalante’s has developed a well earned reputation for traditional, flavorful Tex-Mex food, hand-crafted margaritas and exceptional service. With seven locations across Houston, Escalante's serves the finest Tex-Mex cuisine close to your home or office in Houston. Tortillas made by hand, guacamole prepared fresh for every order, white queso that simmers for hours. Center-cut outer-skirt steak hand-trimmed, marinated, and cooked to order for every beef fajita. Consistent quality is our specialty. Join us for Houston's best Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

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Stephanie

Dined 3 days ago

Was looking for a good birthday experience for my husband, We had an amazing experience here! Soon as you walk in you feel the good energy, ALL the staff was so welcoming I had never been to a restaurant with such good hospitality. Margaritas & Food 10/10

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - Town & Country

4.6

4.6 (17)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Westside

About the restaurant

Since 1993, Escalante’s has developed a well earned reputation for traditional, flavorful Tex-Mex food, hand-crafted margaritas and exceptional service. With seven locations across Houston, Escalante's serves the finest Tex-Mex cuisine close to your home or office in Houston. Tortillas made by hand, guacamole prepared fresh for every order, white queso that simmers for hours. Center-cut outer-skirt steak hand-trimmed, marinated, and cooked to order for every beef fajita. Consistent quality is our specialty. Join us for Houston's best Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

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ArmandoVIP

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Great service to make a fun time for family and friends

Cyclone Anaya's - Midtown

4.6

4.6 (134)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Montrose

About the restaurant

We are Houston’s Original Tex-Mex Familia since 1966! Cyclone Anaya’s has been Houston’s favorite destination for the best margaritas in town for over 50 years. Along with our scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, our tender and flavorful fajitas, and many more Tex-Mex delights, we've helped to define and perfect this world-famous regional cuisine. Join us today at one of six Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!

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mike

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Surprisingly was fairly empty for a Friday night. Wait staff very attentive. Food was delicious, drinks very good, we think the pricing a fair value. Our favorite TexMex restaurant.