About 3 Chiles Barbacoa de Borrego
3 Chiles Barbacoa de Borrego is a Houston spot known for its traditional Hidalgo-style lamb barbacoa, slow-roasted for more than 12 hours, often wrapped in maguey leaves to develop deep, smoky flavor. The family-run restaurant draws loyal locals for its tender barbacoa served with consomé, tortillas, and classic Mexican accompaniments
About Adrian's Mexican Street Food
FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS SINCE 2004! We bring to your table the delicious food that the great street vendors of Mexico have provide us for so many years, showing us what Mexican food really is.
About Blk mkt birria
BLK MKT Birria is built on a passion for bold flavors and authentic Mexican comfort food, centered around rich, slow-braised birria served in tacos, quesadillas, and other craveable dishes. What began as a food truck has grown a loyal following with crispy quesabirria, deeply seasoned meats, and signature consommé made for dipping.
About Cadillac Bar
For over 25 years, Cadillac Bar has been a hotspot for fun, festivity, and of course, authentic Mexican food. In a world of trendy restaurants, Cadillac Bar has not only survived but continues to be a local legend. A lively mixture of tradition and Mexican flair, Cadillac is where you want to be for an unbeatable meal or an unforgettable party. Over the years, Cadillac Bar has delighted such famous faces as George Bush, ZZ Top, Dan Akroyd, Shirley Maclaine, Billy Joel, Elton John and countless others!
About Comatl HTX
Comatl is a family-operated food business that honors Mexican culinary traditions, with a focus on authentic barbacoa cooked underground using methods from Puebla. Run by brothers Jose and Alexis Gil, their mother, and Alexis’ wife, the team carefully selects ingredients and prepares each dish with the goal of sharing their heritage and bringing people together.
About Crawfish Cafe
Founded with a passion for bringing together the best and unique fusion known as Viet-Cajun. Our menu is a mix of traditional Cajun dishes and Asian-inspired flavors, offering something for everyone. While we are renowned for our boiled Louisiana crawfish, we also serve a variety of boiled seafood, including shrimp, crab, lobster and various shellfish, all seasoned with our signature sauce blends.
About El Tiempo Cantina
El Tiempo Cantina defines the extraordinary flavors and culture of Tex Mex cuisine. Years ago, our family made fajitas popular in the United States. For the past 75 years, we have dedicated ourselves to perfecting what Houstonians know today as authentic Tex Mex cuisine.
About Gordo Ninos
Chef Trinidad "Machete" Gonzalez (Founder of Gordo Ninos) is an Mexican/American Chef out of Houston Texas; know for his, Lean Sauce™️ and Multi-Cultural Cuisines.
About Gristworkz
Houston's Near Northside Brewpub offering a kitchen and full bar program featuring house made beers.
About Guard & Grace Houston
This menu is truly meant to offer something for everyone, with often found steakhouse features as well as a plethora of seafood to truly highlight the best of the gulf and beyond. Prime, Dry Aged and local Wagyu cuts of beef in 4 to 40 oz. portions are available to satisfy any sized appetite. Innovative cocktails and wines from around the world top it all off -making Guard and Grace the place to be for happy hour, a couple's night out or your private event.
About Gulf & Prairie
Located in Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown's Lobby and serving New American Cuisine that's as diverse as the Houston culture, Gulf & Prairie invites you to embark on an unforgettable experience where the land meets the sea. Each dish is a harmonious celebration of fresh, sustainably sourced Gulf seafood such as Crispy Rice Ahi Poke, Crab Stuffed Snapper, and bold, flavor-rich meats, such as our Ribeye brought together with artistry and passion.
About Johnny Rita's Cocina y Cantina
Johnny Ritas Cocina y Cantina is inspired by family gatherings and Mexican culinary traditions, blending Tex-Mex favorites with flavors from Oaxaca and coastal Mexico. The concept celebrates open-flame cooking over mesquite and charcoal, serving vibrant dishes and margaritas in a lively cantina atmosphere rooted in heritage and hospitality.
About KWO SUSHI
At KWO Sushi, we believe that food is not just sustenance; it’s an experience. Our name, Kore Wa Oishidesu, translates to “this is Japanese and Delicious,” perfectly encapsulating our mission to bring bold, innovative flavors to the heart of Houston.
About La Calle Tacos & Cantina
Born and raised in Mexico City, owners Ramon and Fernando grew up eating from the street taco stands. In a quest to create the best and most authentic Mexico City experience for guests in Houston, they brought the recipes and flavor profiles from their favorite taco stands. They are unapologetically bold and authentic with the freshest ingredients, which means just like in any taco stand, you won’t find a freezer, a microwave, or a can opener anywhere in sight.
About La Cocina de TJ
Based in Missouri City and Houston, Texas, everything is crafted from scratch — from handmade tortillas and freshly ground coffee beans to seasonal aguas frescas. Signature dishes include Birria Mac & Cheese, birria ramen, chilaquiles, breakfast burritos, and birria tacos, offering bold flavors and inventive twists on traditional favorites.
About LORO
In 2018, James Beard Award winners, Chef Tyson Cole of Uchi and Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue, opened Loro when they merged their two loves of Asian and Texas cuisine together. Loro is an Asian smokehouse and bar featuring grilled and smoked meats with Southeast Asian and Japanese-inspired sauces, sides, and a bar that boasts craft beer, boozy slushees, and batch cocktails.
About Los Mendoza Mexican Restaurant
When you walk into Los Mendoza, it’s like stepping into a home filled with warmth and good food. The colors, the music, the smell in the air — everything is designed to make you feel welcome. We use fresh, local ingredients in every dish, doing things the right way, just as we were taught. Each plate tells a story, honoring the rich history of Mexican cuisine and our culture. It’s not just food; it’s a way to share the flavors and traditions we hold dear.
About Lupe Tortilla
Lupe Tortilla's goal is not to be the biggest, or to serve the most, but rather to be the "best" and to keep satisfied customers coming back! The menu is packed with classic dishes created from scratch including. Specialties incorporate seasonal, local ingredients. From delicious appetizers to tasty salads, inspired entrees to decadent desserts, your meal will be one of a kind
About MexiChido Bar & Grill
AT MEXICHIDO, WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING AN UNFORGETTABLE DINING EXPERIENCE. WHETHER YOU'RE ENJOYING A FAMILY MEAL, A NIGHT OUT WITH FRIENDS, OR A SPECIAL CELEBRATION, OUR FRIENDLY STAFF AND WELCOMING AMBIANCE ENSURE THAT EVERY VISIT IS MEMORABLE. JOIN US AT MEXICHIDO, WHERE EVERY BITE IS A JOURNEY THROUGH THE FLAVORS OF MEXICO!
About Mike's La Taqueria
Mike's La Taqueria is the must go to restaurant for Mexican food enthusiasts. Come meet us and enjoy fresh, authentic Mexican food, some savory Tex-Mex and don't forget to try our signature cocktails. We're proud to be one of the go-to restaurants in Rosenberg, TX, serving authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes made fresh every day.
About Polanquito
Mexico City native, Chef Diego Navarro, became a small business owner in 2019 when he opened Polanquito with his brother, Santiago Navarro. Polanquito’s mission is to bring a Little Piece of Mexico to the great people of Houston. If you have never been to Mexico, Polanquito is a place where you can experience authentic Mexican food without having to leave Houston.
About Space City Birria
At Space City Birria, chef Chef Humberto Martinez has taken inspiration from his roots and childhood memories to create a dining experience that encapsulates everything that makes Houston great. Their mission is to blend the authentic and homemade essence of Mexican food with modern flavors, offering a unique twist that goes beyond the typical Tex-Mex fare.
About Tacos Bomberos
At Tacos Bomberos, it's all about the steak! They serve USDA Choice Angus skirt steak that is marinated overnight in a secret blend of tropical juices and traditional fajita seasoning. This is the center of their concept. Don't worry though, if you don't eat meat they have delicious veggie options available. Peep the menu to see all the fan favorites.
About Tacos Frontera
Tacos Frontera celebrates the bold flavors of Tijuana-style street tacos, featuring freshly made tortillas and flame-grilled meats prepared to order. Built around the energy of a classic Mexican taquería, the menu highlights tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and house salsas that showcase the simplicity and balance of traditional borderland cooking
About Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque cooks Fresh Mex every day. Taste the authentic Mexican flavors that bring families together to share the perfectly grilled fajitas and homemade salsas. Come to Taco Palenque and enjoy the real taste of Fresh Mex.
About Tiki Tacos Spring Restaurant
At Tiki Tacos, we slow-cook our birria to perfection using authentic Mexican recipes and locally sourced ingredients. Our juicy birria tacos and famous quesabirrias have earned us the #1 Taco in Houston (2025 Judge’s Choice) — making us the go-to spot for the best birria near you.
About Tina’s Mexican Cocina
Tina’s Mexican Cocina brings the warmth of home-style Mexican cooking to the table, serving comforting classics and crowd-pleasing favorites made fresh to order. Known for its vibrant flavors and welcoming approach, it’s a go-to spot for dishes that celebrate everyday Mexican cuisine with heart and soul.
About TJ Birria y Mas
Dive into authentic Mexican flavors: our beef birria is cooked from scratch, with passion and tradition. From tacos, birriadillas, quesabirria, to birria ramen, our guests love the bold flavors and our warm, friendly service.
About URBE
Meaning “city,” URBE is the fifth concept created by celebrated Restaurateur Tracy Vaught and James Beard Award-winning Executive Chef Hugo Ortega of H Town Restaurant Group. It is so named to both honor the cities of Mexico where street food plays such an integral part and as a nod to the city Houston – or H Town – where the restaurant group was founded and operates.
About Villa Arcos
Founded in 1977, Villa Acros is a family-owned restaurant serving handrolled tortillas and make-to-order entrees. Operated by Christian Navarro and proud legacy of Yolanda Black Navarro and Grandma Velia Acros Rodriguez Duran.
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About We Luv Spudz TNT
Perfect combo of good eats served on wheels. The recipes composed in our kitchen are created with you guys in mind. They are a combination of soul, rhythm, and positive vibes. We look forward to your order and serving you these gems.
About
Eastbound Barbecue is a forthcoming restaurant in Houston’s East Downtown (EaDo), created by a team of seasoned pitmasters and hospitality pros. Set to open this fall in the former East End Backyard space, the concept will showcase Texas barbecue with inventive twists on rubs, meats, and sides, served from converted shipping containers and offset smokers for a true neighborhood feel.
About Miguelito’s Grill
Miguelito's Mexican Grill & Cantina has been serving fresh, made-to-order Tex-Mex dishes for over 20 years, offering flavors reminiscent of home-cooked meals prepared by mothers, tias, and abuelas. The Familia Contreras takes pride in their signature bar cocktails, including specialty flavored margaritas that keep guests returning for more.
About Tello’s Tacos & Barbecue
Our business mission is to provide the best tacos and BBQ you have ever had. Passion and love of food is the key to what we create. Some of the best and freshest food that your will ever have.
About Texas Cut
BOLD BBQ, TEXAN ROOTS, TEJANO FLAVOR
We provide catering and event services featuring a fusion of Texas-style barbecue and bold Mexican flavors. Our offerings include full-service catering, on-site grilling, drop-off delivery, and food truck-style setups for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and festivals.
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