爆料TV

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 Lubbock. We looked at how many reviews and their average ratings to make sure your guide to Lubbock 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.

You may also like: Highest-rated restaurants for tacos in the Lubbock area by diners

Copper Caboose

1 / 12

#12. Copper Caboose

- Rating: 2.5/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5609 Avenue Q Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Sports Bars, Mexican, Tex-Mex
-

Mamarita's Border Cafe

2 / 12

#11. Mamarita's Border Cafe

- Rating: 2.7/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6602 Slide Road Ste 1 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Bars, Mexican
-

Picoso's Mexican Kitchen

3 / 12

#10. Picoso's Mexican Kitchen

- Rating: 3.2/5 (276 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7611 Milwaukee Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican, Cocktail Bars
-

Uncle Julio's

4 / 12

#9. Uncle Julio's

- Rating: 3.2/5 (108 reviews)
- Address: 6230 Slide Road Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican
-

Chimy's Cerveceria

5 / 12

#8. Chimy's Cerveceria

- Rating: 3.5/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2417 Broadway St. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Bars, Mexican
-

You may also like: Highest-rated restaurants in Lubbock by diners

Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant

6 / 12

#7. Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 3.6/5 (249 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4401 82nd St. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
-

Albarran's Mexican Bar & Grill

7 / 12

#6. Albarran's Mexican Bar & Grill

- Rating: 3.7/5 (222 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7722 Milwaukee Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex, Bars
-

Anna's Mexican Restaurant

8 / 12

#5. Anna's Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 3.7/5 (64 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6909 Indiana Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Tex-Mex
-

Caprock Cafe

9 / 12

#4. Caprock Cafe

- Rating: 3.7/5 (205 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3405 34th St. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Burgers, Sports Bars, Tex-Mex
-

The Plaza Restaurant

10 / 12

#3. The Plaza Restaurant

- Rating: 3.8/5 (287 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5029 Milwaukee Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Cocktail Bars, Tex-Mex
-

You may also like: Top 25 songs in Lubbock on Shazam in the past week

Claraboya Scratch Kitchen & Bar

11 / 12

#2. Claraboya Scratch Kitchen & Bar

- Rating: 4.4/5 (101 reviews)
- Address: 505 Ave. Q Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Bars, Breakfast & Brunch
-

Chilito's Pepper Cafe

12 / 12

#1. Chilito's Pepper Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 447 East Hwy 62 Wolfforth, Texas
- Categories: Cafes, Tex-Mex, Mexican
-

This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 88 metros.