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Where to eat Southwestern food in Houston: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best Southwestern food in Houston, Texas, United States. Houston hums with an energy and independent spirit all its own. A leading cultural and culinary destination in the South, the city is home to over 11,000 restaurants featuring cuisine from more than 70 countries. The thriving arts scene includes resident opera, ballet, symphony and theater companies. The Museum District houses 19 museums, all within walking distance. Be sure to visit Space Center Houston, where you can visit NASA’s Historic Mission Control at the Johnson Space Center.
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10. Guadalajara Mexican Grill & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By columbusJO
I really enjoyed my time here. The place is beautiful. The service outstanding. The grilled tilapia my wife had was huge. I had an enchilada and tamale I had were very good. Way too much food for us. Prepare to take some home. We ate at 3 different Mexican restaurant on our visit here and this was the best. All 3 were good actually' Can't wait to go back!
9. Pappasito's Cantina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 568 reviews
Famous for more than thirty years of Legendary Tex-Mex, Pappasito's Cantina is known for the flavor, freshness and quality of their food and drinks! Pappasito's Cantina serves up succulent, sizzling fajitas, hand-crafted drinks and some of the best chips
Reviewed By Joyful9995
The food here is delicious but itâs a little pricey. However I enjoyed the atmosphere, food and service. If Iâm ever in Houston again, I will definitely go back.
8. Ninfa's on Navigation
Overall Ratings
4 based on 748 reviews
Reviewed By Raggedy A
I had the chicken taco al carbon with rice and charra beans. Husband had the Henry plate. It was all fabulous. Pitcher of Ninfaritas was wonderful too. We had sopapillas for dessert and they are usually warm when brought to the table...today they were cold but still tasty. Yes, Ninfa's is a little pricey but for an especially great meal...it's worth it.
7. guadalajara del centro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 340 reviews
Reviewed By Brenda-blmhouston
Locates in the heart of downtown Guadalajara does not disappoint. Flavorful Tex-mex with high quality and very fresh ingredients. Excellent for catering or in-restaurant. They have a nice bar area and wonderful service.
6. Little Pappasito's Cantina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 257 reviews
Famous for more than thirty years of Legendary Tex-Mex, Pappasito's Cantina is known for the flavor, freshness and quality of their food and drinks! Pappasito's Cantina serves up succulent, sizzling fajitas, hand-crafted drinks and some of the best chips
Reviewed By 35745JohnK
Went on a recommendation from one in our group who had prior experience. Chips and salsa were above average. We all ordered maragritas after being told by our waitress that we could still get in on happy hour prices. Margs were average and not enough tequilla. We decided on the beef and chicken family size fajitas for four big boys but all the chips and appetizers slowed us down. They are correct on the menu, it feeds 4-6 but no more than that. I like that they asked how be wanted the beef cooked. The price wasn't a screaming deal considering I get beff fajitas for one back home for 12-15 dollars a person. Like I said, I wasn't blown away but you have to do miracles for this reviewer from Mexican country. I'd still encourage you to try it to see how you judge it. Go and enjoy!
5. Lupe Tortilla's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 452 reviews
Reviewed By Alexjoey
We came here and was seated when all our party arrived. Ordered some margarita and sangria to start off first, they served some tortilla chips with guacamole and salsa. Ordered a beef and chicken fajita and fish tacos. The former was fantastic especially the tortilla wrap was incredibly soft. Ended with some churros and would definitely come back!
4. Irma's Southwest
Overall Ratings
4 based on 228 reviews
Come in and take a look at the new Irma's Southwest! Located inside the Catalyst! Valet parking is available. Go to our website for reservations.
Reviewed By deanh618
Ate here on a "stay-cation." The food was excellent (I had combo 1, my wife had blackened chilean sea bass). Both were awesome. Service was attentive and personable. We were in town when the Astros WERE NOT in town; consequently, we didn't fight any crowds.
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3. Jackson Street Bbq
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By BrenHen70
These people know what they are doing and they love sharing their love of great Texas BBQ. I had the Texas Trinity (ribs, brisket and sausage) with a side of cole slaw and deviled eggs. I LOVED the ribs. Everything else was good. Service was amazing. They stayed open just for our group of 20 and one of the servers sang a song with us.
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2. Rudy's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 372 reviews
Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q serves Real Texas Bar-B-Q seven days a week. They offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and group meals.
Reviewed By TOM H
Picked up some takeout barbeque beef brisket and sausage. Very quick service and the food was delicious. The place was packed on a Saturday afternoon. Obviously the reputation of the place is great.Thank you for stopping by, Tom! We're glad you enjoyed everything and hope to see you again soon!
1. El Tiempo Cantina- Washington
Overall Ratings
4 based on 430 reviews
At El Tiempo Cantina, we make everything from scratch. From the tortillas to the salad dressings, the salsas to the desserts, we cook all of our food using generations-old family recipes. Our attention to quality and exceptional friendliness is our drivin
Reviewed By RickyHecker
Everything inside Cantina El Tiempo is excellent, from the moment you enter you are greeted and treated like a VIP, the service is excellent, the decor is awesome, place is clean and well maintained. Food selection is incredible, a super wide selection of authentic mexican food, all the entrees we tried were excellent, the salsas, even the totopos were excellent, fresh made guacamole, ice cold XX beer, all outstanding.
