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El Tiempo Cantina - Washington
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Houston
"Get the crab nachos and Mango Rita!"(4 Tips)
"The fajitas was awesome, really need to try!!!"(25 Tips)
"Best margaritas anywhere, and...get the deluxe parillada."(3 Tips)
"Try the melon and raspberry margaritas....off the fckn chain!!!!"(22 Tips)
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Geraldine Gonzales-EngleApril 27, 2016The margaritas are excellent! The outdoor seating was perfect. The Carne Asada plate was plenty. We were a party of 5 and ordered a quest dip and guacamole dish. It was enough for all of us.
Local Houston MagazineAugust 3, 2014My favorite way to have it: a little dip in queso with a dollop of guacamole on top. It isn’t healthy (if you’re eating queso, you know this) but it’s highly recommended. Read more
Kenyetta DanielsFebruary 8, 2015The tacos are delicious...the longest hard shell tacos I've ever seen and the portion size is large enough to where you can save the rest for another meal. The margaritas are flavorful and strong!! 👍
Been coming here for years & never disappointed. Favorites include chile en nogada, shrimp diablo chalupa with the cabbage slaw and fajitas. House margaritas are just dandy, you can taste the tequila!
Houston PressAugust 4, 2014Carnitas, barbacoa and chicharrones are favorites by the pound at this Spanish-speaking carnicería. Read more
Ivonne GonzalezSeptember 19, 2014Had the Parrilla Salad, good, very fresh, wasn't crazy about the dressing (tamarindo mole sauce), ask for it on the side. They drenched the salad in it.
Andrea RobertsOctober 12, 2015Wow! Fajitas are the best! And the service is top notch! Ceviche was so yummy and fresh. Highly recommended!!
Dyana L.April 24, 2016I love the Las Vegas plate. You can have a bit of everything. Their black beans are so yummy!
Optimize your meal: chorizo in your queso and old school fried pork carnitas! It can serve 3 people :)
They have brought back the valet car wash, it used to be $20 for a fantastic job, now it's $12. Give the valet a $20, have a clean car, and make a valet's day!- Steve ChavezSeptember 5, 2013Best margaritas anywhere, and...get the deluxe parillada. Expensive, but damn its good
Ricky AAugust 26, 2017Cheap, filling, margaritas. This, and the other local El Tiempo's are what you want in Tex Mex
Mike LargeSeptember 3, 2012Crab nachos were amazing. Fajitas were solid, margaritas very mediocre unless you like the various sugary flavors they have to add.
Andrew GorznySeptember 30, 2015Awesome, authentic food. Generous portions. Get an enchilada- any of them. They're good.
Their food is renowned but it’s their friendly service and margaritas that set it apart.
Best Mexican in Houston hands down. Quality ingredients instead of slop on a plate.
Michael LombardinoAugust 19, 2016Everything is always outstanding here and remains consistent between locations.
Fajitas are the best - get half and half, so you can try chicken and beef!
Ed UthmanJuly 25, 2010Excellent food and service. For breakfast today I had flautas stuffed with potatoes. They bring you two, but one is plenty, so you can take the other home.
Sherrill BaggettNovember 22, 2013Try the beef filet fajitas! They're a little pricey but worth every penny!
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The beef fajitas are the best I've ever had! A 1/2 pound is enough for 2 people
Christopher CarrDecember 3, 2013Here for lunch alone and they seat groups before me. Had to yell at them to get a table. I will be texting the manager from the table.
- CultureMap Houston ManagerMarch 6, 2012Start any meal with the superstar shrimp and mango campechana with avocado and basil. Really hungry? Go all out with a parillada.
Charles TabangcoraJanuary 4, 2011Can't go wrong with the Fajitas. Definitely try them out. Also the guac is pretty good.
I've never ordered anything here that I didn't like. The regular frozen margaritas are so good you won't need to order top shelf.
JessicaMay 22, 2010Try the beef fajitas, margaritas and tomatilla sauce. And don't forget the chocolate mints on your way out!
Go to the Market next door by the same name. They have an excellent carniceria.
Aaron CrewsApril 7, 2010Chicken fajitas might be the best in the city. Not busy and great for large parties on Sunday evenings.
Debra OliverMay 2, 2012Pina Coladas are pretty good. Not crazy about the staff. Service with a sneer- ᴡ EagletonJanuary 21, 2010Get here early on Thursday, Friday, Saturday night for dinner. The food and ritas are the best in town.
Alejandro MenocalDecember 15, 2015Good food, but I think it is a little bit overpriced specially for Mexican food. Had better for less
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El Tiempo Cantina - Washington
5602 Washington Ave (at T.C. Jester Blvd.)
Houston, TX 77007
United States
Houston, TX 77007
United States
El Tiempo Cantina has been defining the extraordinary flavors and culture of Tex Mex cuisine for over 55 years. Goza cada momento-- enjoy every moment, Houston!
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Tue
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Wed–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:30 AM–9:00 PM
(713) 681-3645
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Cool spot on Sunday!! $1.00 mimosas with self serve fresh fruit! Free arcade games! Ping pong, Jenga, Connect 4, Dominoes! Had a blast! Very laid back! DJ was great! Not ghetto! :)"
Jess - 8.3
"Great open air, patio concept. Perfect for crawfish and outdoor eating with friends."
Apollo Woods - 6.0
"Definitely one of the slower drive through locations. There's always a line of cars 3 deep regardless of time of day."
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