April 5, 20241 yr I’ve always liked Guadalajara Hacienda too. Any of the places with good tortillas and the garlic butter are just nostalgic and hard to find outside of Houston
April 5, 20241 yr 1 minute ago, Sal said: I’ve always liked Guadalajara Hacienda too. Any of the places with good tortillas and the garlic butter are just nostalgic and hard to find outside of Houston Yeah, I need to eat at Guad more often
April 5, 20241 yr 15 minutes ago, GreenspointTexas said: Los Tios is fine. Its very “small town tex mex spot” feel and quality. Lupe is the best texmex chain for the price. Fite me. Pappasitos is the best overall chain, but a tad more expensive than Lupe. Chuys used to be good but the last two times ive been to the one on Westheimer, it was meh. All the places in the heights are similar quality, minus Superica Ninfas on navigation is still the best TexMex joint in the state The original Lupe’s on 6 is probably my favorite Tex Mex spot in the city. I’d eat there a couple times a week if I worked at BP. Quality and prices are better than any other location. My second favorite place I’ll keep to myself. It’s in a very busy part of town, but it’s abandoned at lunch during the week. I’d like to keep it that way.
April 5, 20241 yr I’ll give Urbe some love on here. Best guacamole I’ve ever eaten. It has some very niche menu items, but they also knock the classics out of the park. An additional shout out to Guadalajara. It is what is there, but their bacon wrapped quail is the best. I mentioned Mi Somberero in the Tex Mex thread. The Tommy Tacos are a 10.
April 5, 20241 yr 11 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said: The original Lupe’s on 6 is probably my favorite Tex Mex spot in the city. I’d eat there a couple times a week if I worked at BP. Quality and prices are better than any other location. My second favorite place I’ll keep to myself. It’s in a very busy part of town, but it’s abandoned at lunch during the week. I’d like to keep it that way. That's a great idea for a lunch spot that you love, make sure they don't improve their revenue so they'll go out of business!
April 5, 20241 yr 4 minutes ago, SydneyCarton said: That's a great idea for a lunch spot that you love, make sure they don't improve their revenue so they'll go out of business! It’s worth the risk to me. They do a lot of catering and weekend brunch business. They’ll be fine.
April 5, 20241 yr TexMex talk is this way > https://www.surlyhorns.com/board/topic/2954-texmex/page/11/
April 5, 20241 yr 22 minutes ago, mycox said: TexMex talk is this way > https://www.surlyhorns.com/board/topic/2954-texmex/page/11/
April 5, 20241 yr 2 hours ago, Da Fino said: Candente fajitas are the best available right now. Queso, salsa and chips as well are better than the usual spots. How was Bar Bludorn @Fud? Candente ribeye fajitas are fucking delicious.
April 5, 20241 yr 1 hour ago, GreenspointTexas said: Le Jardinier blows March out of the water and is like half the price Le Jardinier is the best fine dining in Houston, IMO. It hits all the notes and the attention to detail is unmatched in the city. Even the olive oil they serve with the bread is amazing. I love taking out of towners there for dinner.
April 5, 20241 yr 1 hour ago, billfromlaketravis said: It’s worth the risk to me. They do a lot of catering and weekend brunch business. They’ll be fine. Unless your lunch secret is a corporate chain, you have to admit it’s kind of a dick move to a small business owner working on extremely thin margins.
April 5, 20241 yr 13 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said: I think we’d all be wise to stop ordering fajitas and go back to the old school combo plates at little neighborhood places. I've been going to the same family-owned neighborhood Tex-Mex place since I was in high school. It's now my daughter's favorite Tex-Mex place.
April 5, 20241 yr 25 minutes ago, NeverMarryAStripper said: I've been going to the same family-owned neighborhood Tex-Mex place since I was in high school. It's now my daughter's favorite Tex-Mex place. you’re raising her right !
April 5, 20241 yr 41 minutes ago, royiv said: Unless your lunch secret is a corporate chain, you have to admit it’s kind of a dick move to a small business owner working on extremely thin margins. The owner owns a bunch of restaurants + a catering business. He’s doing fine.
April 5, 20241 yr 46 minutes ago, royiv said: Unless your lunch secret is a corporate chain, you have to admit it’s kind of a dick move to a small business owner working on extremely thin margins. It’s imbecilic. It’s not as though posting on surly is going to blow up his spot.
April 5, 20241 yr 20 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said: The owner owns a bunch of restaurants + a catering business. He’s doing fine. Since you know him, let him know you’re actively discouraging people from patronizing one of his establishments the next time you see him. Report back on his reaction.
April 5, 20241 yr 5 minutes ago, mycox said: Sounds like he's talking about Cuchara It sounds like he’s just being billfromlaketravis. Also, Cuchara isn’t texmex, is it? We used to work within walking distance of that place in Midtown right after it opened and before we sold our business. We excitedly went in for lunch at the new place after it opened a few times. I remember thinking “there’s no way this place makes it” because no one besides us was ever in there.
April 5, 20241 yr Beef fajita party pack for one, mixed torts, refried beans, extra guac instead of rice. Monday night staple from Mr. Tiempo for ~$30 easily feeds 2. At 290 location they often give you the big queso... Edited April 5, 20241 yr by Lazarus Bocanegra
April 5, 20241 yr 1 minute ago, closetojumping said: It sounds like he’s just being billfromlaketravis. Also, Cuchara isn’t texmex, is it? We used to work within walking distance of that place in Midtown right after it opened and before we sold our business. We excitedly went in for lunch at the new place after it opened a few times. I remember thinking “there’s no way this place makes it” because no one besides us was ever in there. Not TexMex. I enjoy their brunch and it's always packed. Dinner is average, but still a good crowd.
April 6, 20241 yr 10 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said: I’ll give Urbe some love on here. Best guacamole I’ve ever eaten. It has some very niche menu items, but they also knock the classics out of the park. An additional shout out to Guadalajara. It is what is there, but their bacon wrapped quail is the best. I mentioned Mi Somberero in the Tex Mex thread. The Tommy Tacos are a 10. Tommy tacos are the absolute truth. First place we went to when we moved to GOOF 12+ years ago. Don't go as much cause Alma but those tacos are legit. 10/10
April 6, 20241 yr 3 minutes ago, Mez2 said: Tommy tacos are the absolute truth. First place we went to when we moved to GOOF 12+ years ago. Don't go as much cause Alma but those tacos are legit. 10/10 Legitimate salsa as well. I hate driving to my tailor over there after moving to Memorial, but Mi Somberero is a nice treat when I’m over there.
April 6, 20241 yr 11 hours ago, GreenspointTexas said: What the hell is chicken fajitas? And people actually order that?
April 6, 20241 yr Bar Bludorn was really good in my opinion. If I lived in the area it would be a regular. Highlights were a hummus made of peas, ham beignets, and filet. Salad was bad. Wanted hanger steak, but was overruled. Great meal, especially this soon. That place has service figured out.
April 6, 20241 yr 18 hours ago, Mez2 said: Tommy tacos are the absolute truth. First place we went to when we moved to GOOF 12+ years ago. Don't go as much cause Alma but those tacos are legit. 10/10 12 years? Jesus I’ve known you too long
April 7, 20241 yr Any of y'all have thoughts on Ume on White Oak? My son's friend's dad is a chef there, but I haven't tried it yet. He told me to let him know when we make it out there, so he can get us some extra goodies.
April 7, 20241 yr I found Hudson house very average. But I also wasn't that impressed by BNC so my taste buds must suck
April 7, 20241 yr 19 hours ago, Dutchrudder said: Any of y'all have thoughts on Ume on White Oak? My son's friend's dad is a chef there, but I haven't tried it yet. He told me to let him know when we make it out there, so he can get us some extra goodies. Was there for the second time with some friends 3 weeks ago. Definitely awesome. Love that its < 3 blocks from my house
April 9, 20241 yr On 4/7/2024 at 3:17 PM, GreenspointTexas said: Was there for the second time with some friends 3 weeks ago. Definitely awesome. Love that its < 3 blocks from my house Glad to hear it! I may take my wife next Saturday for a night out, as we always enjoy good sushi restaurants. Any specific menu items worth trying?
April 9, 20241 yr 13 hours ago, Dutchrudder said: Glad to hear it! I may take my wife next Saturday for a night out, as we always enjoy good sushi restaurants. Any specific menu items worth trying? Yellowtail cheek and box roll iirc
April 9, 20241 yr Where is the best place to eat downtown before an Astros game? Firm I invest some dough with is taking me and have asked my preference. $$$ isn’t an object. They from Chicago so don’t know the town and I’m a suburbs idiot now. Is Irma’s southwest still a thing? Vic and Anthony’s ? Those used to be my go to when I still worked but it’s been a decade. Anything hip and trendy? I’ll be with some 20 something dudes so I’m sure they’d appreciate a little Houston eye candy. Thanks .
April 9, 20241 yr 11 minutes ago, txduck87 said: Vic and Anthony’s This has been our spot for the last few, and it's been on point.
April 9, 20241 yr 19 minutes ago, txduck87 said: Where is the best place to eat downtown before an Astros game? Firm I invest some dough with is taking me and have asked my preference. $$$ isn’t an object. They from Chicago so don’t know the town and I’m a suburbs idiot now. Is Irma’s southwest still a thing? Vic and Anthony’s ? Those used to be my go to when I still worked but it’s been a decade. Anything hip and trendy? I’ll be with some 20 something dudes so I’m sure they’d appreciate a little Houston eye candy. Thanks . Can't go wrong with V & A Not sure what the scene is like pre-Astros game, but Xochi is there in the Marriott Marquis. It's great for interior Mexican (not tex mex)
April 9, 20241 yr 16 minutes ago, Rip76 said: This has been our spot for the last few, and it's been on point. this. Get there early, the bar fills up the bar serves a great burger
April 9, 20241 yr 3 minutes ago, Tylerocks said: Can't go wrong with V & A Not sure what the scene is like pre-Astros game, but Xochi is there in the Marriott Marquis. It's great for interior Mexican (not tex mex) xochi is great, but it’s not for everyone
April 9, 20241 yr 2 hours ago, tx 3 putt said: xochi is great, but it’s not for everyone Very true...and probably not a great idea before pounding a shitload of beer at the park Disregard @txduck87
April 9, 20241 yr 2 hours ago, Tylerocks said: Can't go wrong with V & A Not sure what the scene is like pre-Astros game, but Xochi is there in the Marriott Marquis. It's great for interior Mexican (not tex mex) potente bar and food is great excellent osso and krissella, also has a good pizza but can have long wait times / spotty service
April 9, 20241 yr 3 hours ago, txduck87 said: Where is the best place to eat downtown before an Astros game? Firm I invest some dough with is taking me and have asked my preference. $$$ isn’t an object. They from Chicago so don’t know the town and I’m a suburbs idiot now. Is Irma’s southwest still a thing? Vic and Anthony’s ? Those used to be my go to when I still worked but it’s been a decade. Anything hip and trendy? I’ll be with some 20 something dudes so I’m sure they’d appreciate a little Houston eye candy. Thanks . No eye candy downtown. Maybe the tunnel during lunch. Need to go to River Oaks for all that. Vic & Anthony’s is terrific, but you can’t hear shit in there. I’d conclude all business before dinner.
April 9, 20241 yr 4 hours ago, txduck87 said: Where is the best place to eat downtown before an Astros game? Firm I invest some dough with is taking me and have asked my preference. $$$ isn’t an object. They from Chicago so don’t know the town and I’m a suburbs idiot now. Is Irma’s southwest still a thing? Vic and Anthony’s ? Those used to be my go to when I still worked but it’s been a decade. Anything hip and trendy? I’ll be with some 20 something dudes so I’m sure they’d appreciate a little Houston eye candy. Thanks . I would do a bar table at Potente. Bonus points if you get a table by a window facing the sidewalk for people watching. V&A is just another generic Tillman steakhouse in my opinion.
April 10, 20241 yr No eye candy downtown. Maybe the tunnel during lunch. Need to go to River Oaks for all that. Vic & Anthony’s is terrific, but you can’t hear shit in there. I’d conclude all business before dinner. Business has been conducted. They’ve already got my $$$ Table booked for 5:00pm. Assuming no early bird special like the woodlands restaurants? Will be nice to be on the other side of the check than when I was kissing ass to clients. “Bring us another bottle of caymus and silver oak please! and of course I’ll have some baileys with my tiramisu. “
April 10, 20241 yr 12 minutes ago, txduck87 said: Business has been conducted. They’ve already got my $$$ Table booked for 5:00pm. Assuming no early bird special like the woodlands restaurants? I’d ask them to seat you in the back. The middle is loud AF. Order the seafood tower. It’s very impressive. They also serve magnums of Silver Oak. Also impressive. Y’all might not care because you’re going to a ballgame, but I’ll warn you, there’s no dress code and many Houstonians dress like shit. Even during the big convention weeks, you’ll see assholes in there wearing tank tops and flip flops. Edited April 10, 20241 yr by billfromlaketravis
April 10, 20241 yr 7 hours ago, tx 3 putt said: potente bar and food is great excellent Dont live in Houston any more but this was my favorite place downtown, right across the street from juicebox too
April 10, 20241 yr 1 hour ago, txduck87 said: Business has been conducted. They’ve already got my $$$ Table booked for 5:00pm. Assuming no early bird special like the woodlands restaurants? Will be nice to be on the other side of the check than when I was kissing ass to clients. “Bring us another bottle of caymus and silver oak please! and of course I’ll have some baileys with my tiramisu. “ bar opens at 4
April 10, 20241 yr On 4/5/2024 at 10:17 AM, billfromlaketravis said: The original Lupe’s on 6 is probably my favorite Tex Mex spot in the city. I’d eat there a couple times a week if I worked at BP. Quality and prices are better than any other location. My second favorite place I’ll keep to myself. It’s in a very busy part of town, but it’s abandoned at lunch during the week. I’d like to keep it that way. You’re such an insider.
April 10, 20241 yr 11 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said: I’d ask them to seat you in the back. The middle is loud AF. Order the seafood tower. It’s very impressive. They also serve magnums of Silver Oak. Also impressive. Y’all might not care because you’re going to a ballgame, but I’ll warn you, there’s no dress code and many Houstonians dress like shit. Even during the big convention weeks, you’ll see assholes in there wearing tank tops and flip flops. The people who go to nice steakhouses in flip flops and shitty clothes are usually the richest of the bunch, becuase vast wealth often makes folks eccentric. They don't give a fuck becuase they've never had to give a fuck. Or they're just your average surly poster. No in between.
April 10, 20241 yr but I’ll warn you, there’s no dress codeI don’t know why I try with bill, but this is false. It may not be much of a dress code but there is one.
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