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Reader Bob Wise recently lamented the lack of good Tex-Mex restaurants in the Spring/Cypress area. His letter prompted several responses.
A mahi mahi puffy taco as served at Lupe Tortilla.: Syd Kearney : 29-95
John Guillochon writes:
“Our recommendation is Cilantro’s”l, located just west of I-45 on FM 1960, a Mexican restaurant which we have frequented for many years. Over the past 10 years, Cilantro’s has served the same delicious Mexican meals and with the same wait staff. We have tried numerous Mexican restaurants; however, it has been our experience that the service and food found at Cilantro’s keeps us going back for more.”
10 FM 1960, 281-580-0082
Jim Bonino writes:
“Try Lupe Tortilla or a more homey, laid-back place on Cypresswood, Las Cascadas.”
Lupe Tortillas: find the nearest location at lupetortilla.com
Las Cascadas: 250 Cypresswood Dr., 281-528-9921
Mary Ann Bullard writes:
“I live inside the loop in Houston but my son, who lives in Spring, dragged me way out to Kuykendahl for the best Mexican food. It is called Hacienda Isabel. Clean, great food and the best sopapillas I ever had. It is worth the drive.”
25201 Kuykendahl in Tomball, 281-516-7731
Lee Ann Foulger writes:
“We love the Mi Rancho restaurant in the Kroger shopping center at Kuykendahl and FM 2920. The lunch specials are a bargain seven days a week, dinner prices are reasonable, the food is hot and delicious and the margaritas are wonderful. The staff are always prompt and courteous and some have been there for many years. My husband and I have enjoyed meals at this restaurant many times and highly recommend it.”
6096 FM 2920 Road in Spring, 281-251-9500
Vicki Blake writes:
“Mama Juanita’s on Louetta east of Kuykendahl is excellent. Friendly staff and delicious servings. My family loves to eat there.”
3930 Louetta in Spring, 281-288-3800
You need to venture out of "Sterileville" to the barrio if you want some authentic Tex-Mex, the burbs just don't cut it. You'll need to try on Airline Dr. between N. Main and 610, on Gessner between I-10 and Kempwood, or on Long Point between Antoine and Gessner. The rest are just impostors.
Sad that Spring Branch is now "the barrio". Grew up there.
It's not true that you have to stay in the hood for good Mexican food. Try Sotos Cantina on Grant Rd near Jones. It's owned by the Soto brothers that had La Paranda. Very good food!
THEBESTCRITIC, you might not like it but all the restaurants listed definitely qualify as Tex-Mex. But if you're looking for a good taqueria then go to South Houston and visit Taqueria La Catarina.
another week with no whines?...at least we got a food snob comment!
Need to start calling this article Lack of Whine & Dine.