Highest-rated Tex-Mex restaurants in Houston by diners

When you're looking for heat, Tex-Mex food delivers. Tex-Mex, as the cuisine is affectionately coined in the Southwest, is the by-product of what happens when cultures鈥攁nd their kitchens鈥攃ombine.

Tex-Mex food draws from American, Mexican, and Native American flavors. It developed in the 1800s, when these three distinct cultures all settled in what we now call Texas. Popular ingredients featured beef, flour tortillas, tomatoes, and yellow cheddar cheese, spiced up with chili peppers that provide a smoky flavor. It found its way into the hearts of the Southwest, eventually spreading around the rest of America. We can thank Tex-Mex cuisine for introducing us to chili con carne, fajitas, nachos, enchiladas, and quesadillas.

Tex-Mex's bold flavors make it perfect for those seeking some heat, particularly younger, adventurous diners who prefer more spice with their meal. Gen Z diners, in particular, look for spicy variety, with eating at least one spicy meal every week. This craving for bold tastes has from its #1 position as Americans' favorite cuisine.

With that kind of reach, where do you begin when it comes to finding that perfect Tex-Mex dish to make your palate dance? Who has managed to create that just-right blend of smoky spice and cheesy goodness that you've come to know and love in Tex-Mex food?

did a little of the heavy lifting for you and combed through data on as of Aug. 5, 2025, to put together a comprehensive list of the highest-rated Tex-Mex restaurants in Houston. We looked at how many reviews and their average ratings to make sure your guide to Houston cuisine is ready. Take a look to see where your new favorite restaurant will be! Note, some of these may have recently closed, so make sure to double-check.

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Edgar's Hermano

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#30. Edgar's Hermano

- Rating: 3.9/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1700 Smith St. The Whitehall Houston, Texas
- Categories: Southern, Tex-Mex, New American
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Tacos A Go Go Oak Forest

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#29. Tacos A Go Go Oak Forest

- Rating: 3.9/5 (441 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3401 West Tc Jester Blvd. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Tacos, Breakfast & Brunch
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Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe

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#28. Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe

- Rating: 3.9/5 (876 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1511 Airline Drive Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex, Breakfast & Brunch
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The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

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#27. The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

- Rating: 3.9/5 (2155 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2704 Navigation Blvd. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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El Tiempo Taqueria

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#26. El Tiempo Taqueria

- Rating: 3.9/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5526 Washington Ave. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican
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El Paraiso Mexican Restaurant

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#25. El Paraiso Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (129 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4707 Irvington Blvd. Ste B Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex
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Juarez Mexican Restaurant

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#24. Juarez Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (153 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4145 Gessner Road Ste F Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex, Salad
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Fajita Flats

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#23. Fajita Flats

- Rating: 4.0/5 (118 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2929 Fondren Road Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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Laredo Taqueria

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#22. Laredo Taqueria

- Rating: 4.0/5 (663 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 915 Snover St. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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Irma's Southwest

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#21. Irma's Southwest

- Rating: 4.0/5 (470 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 1475 Texas St. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex, Venues & Event Spaces
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Los Tios

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#20. Los Tios

- Rating: 4.0/5 (310 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5161 San Felipe St. Ste 100 Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch
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Fajitas A Go Go

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#19. Fajitas A Go Go

- Rating: 4.0/5 (387 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3773 Richmond Ave. Ste 1C Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican, Salad
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Little Rey

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#18. Little Rey

- Rating: 4.0/5 (87 reviews)
- Address: 2345 Mid Lane Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Tacos, Breakfast & Brunch
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Caliente

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#17. Caliente

- Rating: 4.0/5 (557 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 790 West Sam Houston Pkwy Ste 112 Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican, Cocktail Bars
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Tacos A Go Go Midtown

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#16. Tacos A Go Go Midtown

- Rating: 4.1/5 (1125 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3704 Main St. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Tacos, Breakfast & Brunch
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Candente

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#15. Candente

- Rating: 4.1/5 (573 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4306 Yoakum Blvd. Ste 120 Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex
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Superica

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#14. Superica

- Rating: 4.1/5 (546 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1801 North Shepherd Drive Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Tacos
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El Venado

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#13. El Venado

- Rating: 4.1/5 (221 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6502 Washington Ave. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Lounges
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Tacos A Go Go Greenway

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#12. Tacos A Go Go Greenway

- Rating: 4.1/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3773 Richmond Ave. Ste 1C Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tacos, Tex-Mex, Breakfast & Brunch
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Los Tios - West University

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#11. Los Tios - West University

- Rating: 4.1/5 (124 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5192 Buffalo Speedway West University Place, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican, Desserts
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Fajita Pete's - The Original in West University

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#10. Fajita Pete's - The Original in West University

- Rating: 4.1/5 (269 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6719 Weslayan St. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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Villa Arcos

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#9. Villa Arcos

- Rating: 4.1/5 (302 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3009 Navigation Blvd. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch, Tex-Mex
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Lopez Mexican Restaurant

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#8. Lopez Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.2/5 (776 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 11606 South Wilcrest Drive Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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Mi Sombrero Restaurant

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#7. Mi Sombrero Restaurant

- Rating: 4.2/5 (190 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3401 North Shepherd Drive Ste 4 Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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Blue Tuba

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#6. Blue Tuba

- Rating: 4.3/5 (60 reviews)
- Address: 350 West 19th St. Ste East South Floor 2 Houston, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Modern European, Wine Bars
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Soto's Cantina

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#5. Soto's Cantina

- Rating: 4.4/5 (75 reviews)
- Address: 11755 West Little York Road Ste 206B Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex, Breakfast & Brunch
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AL Quick Stop

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#4. AL Quick Stop

- Rating: 4.4/5 (344 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2002 Waugh Drive Houston, Texas
- Categories: Convenience Stores, Mediterranean, Tex-Mex
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Cyclone Anayas

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#3. Cyclone Anayas

- Rating: 4.4/5 (58 reviews)
- Address: 3736 Westheimer Road Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Bars, Tex-Mex
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La Viva Tex Mex

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#2. La Viva Tex Mex

- Rating: 4.5/5 (56 reviews)
- Address: 1201 West 43rd St. Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Tex-Mex
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Antojos Locos

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#1. Antojos Locos

- Rating: 4.6/5 (116 reviews)
- Address: 11861 South Sam Houston Pkwy West Ste D Houston, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 88 metros.

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