Best DFW area places to eat Mexican food?

I suspect a 12-year-old who wants something "more Tex Mex" and possibly "enchiladas" will not draw a fine hair distinguishing "authentic Tex Mex as deigned by /u/Designerfrog's exacting standards" and Gloria's "Authentic Salvadoran & Tex-Mex Cuisine."

I also suspect you are more fun at parties than you are on reddit.

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Moneyley@reddit

1st generation mex am... he's right though. You dont have to patronize him for his fairly accurate view. The post says Tex Mex. Not any other fusion. Its my opinion that El Ranchito has the best Mexican food but they label themselves as Tex Mex. Yet, by what is Mexican culture, tortillas are made in house for all to view. They have plates that are so uniquely Mexican (like cabrito), they have mariachi and all their staff speaks Spanish. Yet, they claim Tex-Mex. Thats just what it is. When I think of Tex-Mex I think of On the Border, El Fenix or something like that. Gloria's has had identity issues and I feel (the brand not the staff) is disingenuous. They've labeled themselves as "Latin cuisine" but try to appeal to Mexican patrons by selling fajitas which arent a staple of El Salvador. So yea, designerfrog is right "Not Tex Mex"

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yourdailyorwell@reddit

“Since 1986, our family-owned and operated restaurants have been serving authentic Salvadoran and Tex-Mex cuisine across Texas.”

From their website.

It’s a good rec, their food is delicious.

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Moneyley@reddit

Yes, Salvadoran food isnt Tex Mex. Its a marketing gimmick. Respectfully, few if any Salvadorean restaurants make it here. They piggyback off Tex Mex. Its like if a place from Sudan said "Tex Mex cuisine" but most of their plates were from Sudan.

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by_lucky@reddit

Idk why you are getting downvoted over this. I went to Gloria’s once excited about Tex Mex, everything they served me was “good” but not what I wanted when I left my house. Sucked because it’s more than I needed to spend also. I never went back.

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yourdailyorwell@reddit

Except it’s not a marketing gimmick, it’s like half the menu (or considerably more depending on one’s definition of Tex mex).

It’s been mentioned repeatedly in a thread for Tex Mex recommendations.

OP specifically mentioned enchiladas. They have plenty of options and, if their 3 sauce plate is any indicator, they’re all delicious.

Gloria’s is a solid rec.

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yourdailyorwell@reddit

“Since 1986, our family-owned and operated restaurants have been serving authentic Salvadoran and Tex-Mex cuisine across Texas.”

From their website.

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Relative_Specific217@reddit

Redditors will hate but I will always recommend Joe T’s for a birthday. Best atmosphere, family friendly, food is simple but I think it’s delicious and definitely Tex Mex

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Drekkful@reddit

Don't EVER let someone convince you to try Joe T Garcia's

It's a cool venue but the food is absolute ass. It's dry, under seasoned, and fucking expensive (cash only)

Sorry I know that's not what you asked, but it's a PSA

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toodleroo@reddit

I disagree. I really like the food. The fajitas aren’t the conventional grilled meat but it’s very tasty. I like the nacho, and I LOVE the jalapeno relish. The portions are pretty generous.

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Relative_Specific217@reddit

That freakin jalepeno relish mixed with the beautiful atmosphere does something good for my soul

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J4browny@reddit

Mexican here. I’m with you on this one. Food is good and very fast, ambiance is good, prices is not bad for the portions. I do prefer the food at Esperanza’s around the corner.

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toodleroo@reddit

Honestly never understood the hate for the food at Joe T's. Is it the best tex mex on the planet? No. But it's good, and of course the patio is fabulous.

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Broad_Mushroom_8033@reddit

People don't like it because it's popular and well known. I think that's all it is.

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playballer@reddit

Glad to hear but also this invalidates any Tex Mex reviews you give ever again. Seriously don’t give anyone advice please just say you’re not qualified

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ttujr1972@reddit

I'm with you. I don't understand the "love" for Joe T Garcia's

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GoldenFrog14@reddit

TCU alum here:

A lot of people associate it with fun nights out in college (the drinks were good and strong, at least back in the day). As a result, the food gets massively overrated (and the lack of variety has always annoyed me)

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HondoGonzo@reddit

The margaritas will still knock your dick in the dirt.

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No_Entertainment670@reddit

Your comment made me laugh hard.

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GoldenFrog14@reddit

Glad Joseph is still holding it down

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Drekkful@reddit

Thank you for the explanation! The marg was strong but it was also $12 for a small one, which is totally unreasonable considering it was a batch made cocktail out of a machine and not individually shaken by a bartender.

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GoldenFrog14@reddit

Agree with every bit of that

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Skunk_Gunk@reddit

It’s real just the awesome patio. The margs are pretty good too

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3wtflyrod@reddit

I’m glad you said it. I gave the same opinion on another sub, they threatened to ban me. I do not understand the hype of this place.

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Drekkful@reddit

Must have been r/ ft worth

They get uppity about their city. Every once in a while I check in with a comment like "ft worth is just a suburb of Dallas"

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Organic-Class-8537@reddit

I’ve never understood this “Ft. Worth is the same as Dallas mentality. For 25 years we lived in a NYC suburb—15 min by train (station was a couple blocks from my home). We’re there certain things about the city we knew well because we were there all the time (for leisure, etc) and in my case all the time for work. Still, I’d have never presumed it was “just like” living in NYC. . That’s weird.

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Mendozozoza@reddit

Joe ts is trash, but somehow Esperanza’s is pretty good.

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Ok_Software2677@reddit

Sorry, but I think something is a little shady for a place that only takes cash. Went there once and just could NOT see what the rage was about.

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playballer@reddit

The patio

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Ok_Software2677@reddit

I won't disagree, but that's about the only thing.

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Lightzephyrx@reddit

All cash to skirt taxes, obviously.

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Ok_Software2677@reddit

Yep

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playballer@reddit

The free big ass nacho is all I eat there now. I just ask for a full plate of them to myself. Margs and vibes are worth it on a nice patio weather day and those nachos are good with the jalapeño relish

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kcipsirhc@reddit

💯 garbage. They were a staple back in the day, but fame went to their head.

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dicklessanus@reddit

IN MY DAY there were only 2 entree choices. i’m sure more than margs were offered but pitchers were the way to go lol

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Delicious_Hand527@reddit

Joe T's is not that bad. Other than the cash thing, the food is alright and the atmosphere is great. It's not the best tex-mex in DFW, but it's not that bad.

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Adjective_Noun4377@reddit

You say it's not that bad, okay; it's not that good either.

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berserk_zebra@reddit

You leave my grandmas comfort food out of this. Been going since a child. It’s hard to not go there.

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Wizzmer@reddit

Maybe the 12yo wants margs on a patio?

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GuairdeanBeatha@reddit

It was good in days gone by, but the quality has slipped away.

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NewMexicoJoe@reddit

I had a damn good time at Joe T Garcias on my first trip to Fort Worth. Great weather sitting outside on the patio, and food was good enough for me.

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Super-Committee-5094@reddit

Second that. So gross.

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PodricksPhallus@reddit

Just get a pitcher of margs and enjoy the patio

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Relevant_Ad1303@reddit

E Bar Tex-Mex on North Haskell and Munger is one of my husband and I’s favorite spots! Good margs too :)

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ChicagoRay312@reddit

Ojeda’s on Maple Avenue. Great menu and venue. It’s large and nobody will be concerned about the volume of kids.

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mabezard@reddit

Someone told me recently that Ojeda's is kindof the father of Esparza's in Grapevine. I might be wrong, but it was said the founder of Esparzas in the 80s started as a busboy at Ojeda's in the 70s.

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Sguidroz@reddit

Best margarita swirls ever!

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Adjective_Noun4377@reddit

I totally forgot about esparzas. I used to love that place. Is it still there?

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mabezard@reddit

Oh yea definitely

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Adjective_Noun4377@reddit

Yesyesyes! I was looking thru thru the thread for this. Ojedas will make certain she has a great birthday! Food is on point and they are very reasonably priced. Adults can enjoy adult beverages as well. They will even sing for her.

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GuairdeanBeatha@reddit

I first went to Ojeda’s in, I believe, 1972. It was the original gas station location. In 1978 It was the first place I took my now wife out to eat. The food and service have never changed.

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fakejacki@reddit

Just said this. We moved to the suburbs and for my husband’s birthday I always go get like 4 jars of their salsa.

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Dizzy-Bat4776@reddit

I highly recommend Don Pepe’s off Arapaho and Hillcrest. Sits right on the shopping plaza’s park and playground with lots of shaded outdoor seating so you can watch the kids play

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Sguidroz@reddit

Pro tip. Just get the tacos and nachos à la carte and drink plenty of margaritas!

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No_Entertainment670@reddit

Downtown Oak Cliff has amazing Mexican restaurants. I can’t remember the names. I was the passenger in the car when my family and I went.

On a side note, I’m a Mexican food snob. My aunt who used to babysit me, always made homemade Mexican food. Her rice and beans are delicious. That’s why I say I’m a Mexican food snob.

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UpYours3265@reddit

Gonzales on Jefferson Dallas

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OhPossumMyPossum1@reddit

I don’t know if it was an off day or what. But I haaaaated Gonzales! It smelled like garbage inside and the salsa tasted of just raw onion. The tortilla was more like a pita bread than a tortilla, it tasted good but the consistency was weird. On the other hand, I loved El Ranchito.

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liberal_texan@reddit

That's just down Jefferson from El Ranchito which was going to be my suggestion.

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UpYours3265@reddit

El Ranchito is over priced in my opinion. They do not consider themselves tex mex Gonzales does.

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liberal_texan@reddit

I don't know what you mean by "consider themselves tex mex", the menus of the two are very similar.

Also, picking a few random dishes:

Gonzales:

Chile Relleno - $16.95

Chicken Enchiladas - $14.96

Carne Guisada - $18.95

El Ranchito:

Chile Relleno - $15.95

Chicken Enchiladas - $16.95

Carne Guisada - $18.95

I'm not sure where you're coming from. They're about the same price and I think El Ranchito is slightly better.

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UpYours3265@reddit

About Us Welcome to Gonzalez Restaurant! Here at Gonzalez we are a Tex Mex restaurant that is committed to providing the most authentic Mexican food using the highest quality and freshest ingredients. At Gonzalez Restaurant you will experience true Tex Mex traditions & culture. Visit us now and have a bite of our Award Wining 'Best in Texas' Flour Tortillas as you experience an authentic Tex Mex Restaurant in Dallas Texas.

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liberal_texan@reddit

Which is it, Tex-Mex or "the most authentic Mexican food"? Those are not the same thing.

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UpYours3265@reddit

So your issues is their wording on the website?

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liberal_texan@reddit

No my issue is with your weird comparison.

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riceu@reddit

Gonzales has better food, portions and prices.

El Ranchito has an unmistakeable atmosphere that is better suited for a fun dinner.

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UpYours3265@reddit

You are right on everything but atmosphere. If you want a mariachi band blaring music in your ear while you are trying to have a nice dinner . Don't get me wrong I like mariachi but it's too much when the fn trumpet is in your ear because they come table side.

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riceu@reddit

This is exactly what a 12 year old birthday dinner needs

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UpYours3265@reddit

Interesting observation 🤔

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Equal-Street-7784@reddit

Birria taquería y cortez!

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mxllii20@reddit

La Atoron in east Dallas is really good. They make the tortillas from hand. I love the tacos and tortas from there.

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Laz3rfac3@reddit

Best enchiladas I've had were from Senaidas in Rowlett

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RedwallLover@reddit

El palote pandering. It's on Buckner Blvd near Scyene right. In Dallas, TX.

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DobleWho@reddit

Apologies if this comes off as snarky, but there’s a notable difference between Mexican and Tex-Mex. Conflicting ask in the title and body.

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boldjoy0050@reddit

For sure, and we have so many lousy Tex-Mex and Mexican places in DFW. My coworkers brought me to El Fenix a few weeks ago and that food was barely better than Chilis.

I moved here from Chicago and was expecting better Mexican food, but somehow the majority of taco places here are worse.

Maybe the difference is that Chicago has more 1st and 2nd generation Mexicans whereas Texas Mexicans have been here for longer, so the restaurants they run are more Americanized?

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Laz3rfac3@reddit

You should go to Garland more

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Designerfrog@reddit

Just go to Mariano’s and Mia Dia from Scratch.

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MAN_UTD90@reddit

It depends where you go. South Irving is full of 1st gen Mexicans and there's a lot of decent to really good Mexican food there.

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encendedorsote@reddit

Chilangos in Harry Hines

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Cjc3478@reddit

Herrera’s, Casa Navarro, Tipicos and Ojedas.

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Smeegs3@reddit

RIP Herrera’s

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Longhorn24@reddit

Enchiladas is a great Tex-Mex restaurant for birthdays with kids food isn’t the best but it’s good relatively affordable and great environment

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Ok-Law-5043@reddit

E Bar. Jorge's tacos. Get some brisket tacos.

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gonzfather@reddit

Chuy’s. Especially that new (relocated) one on Greenville. They have a nice outdoor area

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I_wet_my_plantsys@reddit

Lupe tortilla always is delicious

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Popular_Income_5835@reddit

El Ranchito is the best birthday party Tex-Mex spot. That's an encHILLada I'll die on.

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tooheavybroo@reddit

Lupe Tortilla, La Calle doce, El Rancho,

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Efficient-Marzipan73@reddit

Ojedas on Maple

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thisoneisSFW4sure@reddit

The taco place inside the shell station in Garland at Centerville and Garland avenue... Best tacos on the planet

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Coldshowers92@reddit

Lupe tortilla Addison / Allen

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Elegant-Pressure7990@reddit

El Norte in Plano

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JamieDHinds@reddit

Mariano’s would be my FIRST choice. Uncle Julio’s would be SECOND. Both are kid friendly, both have great food, and I know the staff sings Happy Birthday at Mariano’s. BTW, the frozen margarita machine was invented by Mariano Martinez.

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tigerbelle2019@reddit

Try "Enchiladas" on Greenville. Good good, esp enchiladas of course!, family-friendly, overall just a great/easy experience! They also have a wonderful Sunday brunch spread

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because__7_8_9@reddit

Uncle Julio’s

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BrilliantSpread3755@reddit

El fenix other answers are wrong.

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gillybeangilligan@reddit

Blue Goose

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TheNancyK@reddit

The chile pepper grill food truck in Fort Worth is a favorite of mine. The tacos were great for the price.

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JerseyGirl972@reddit

Sazon at Preston/635. Family owned, great food, good prices, nice atmosphere.

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MattDigital@reddit

12 yr old miiight be aging out of the novelty of this, but…

Ponchos! It’s not fancy, it might even be a little run down, but if there are picky eaters the buffet gives lots of options, raising the flag for service is a hoot, and it’s perfectly fine greasy spoon TexMex.

If it’s a bit too rundown for your tastes though, Lupe Tortilla in Addison has great food (kids might love the queso fundido) and that cantina look without instead of a whitewashed “upscale” feel that you get from Gloria’s/Mi Dia (love’em, but they lose a bit of soul in the aesthetic department).

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SilentSerel@reddit

My son is 14 and has loved Pancho's for years, mostly because of the AYCE aspect.

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liquidnight247@reddit

Mariano’s or Mi Cocina at Klyde Warren Park to let off some steam after eating. Worst experience in Dallas : Odelay and Enchilada.

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webra1@reddit

Uncle Julios. Kids love the chocolate piñata dessert.

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Randy-Popcorn_Price@reddit

I went to a from scratch location a couple of weeks ago and the waiter told me that the company is being sold.

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webra1@reddit

Could have sworn it was sold many years ago. The menu used to be VERY different.

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Randy-Popcorn_Price@reddit

I guess it's happening again. The from scratch menu was different from the time I was there before, which prompted the conversation about what was going on with the restaurant.

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SimpleVegetable5715@reddit

I make better fajitas at my house. Can’t make a chocolate piñata though.

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Personal_Might2405@reddit

Rafa’s has always been a go to.

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Designerfrog@reddit

I really don’t like it. More for you.

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Personal_Might2405@reddit

To each their own. If we’re talking straight Tex Mex, maybe the most competitive category in terms of sheer number of options you can try on any given corner in Texas - the list of 50+ years in business, family owned decision not to scale to multiple locations or franchise and made it through COVID - in Dallas that’s a short list.

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Radixx@reddit

Mia’s

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GrandRefrigerator263@reddit

I almost don’t want more people to know about Mia’s. But I’m from San Antonio, and it’s the only real TexMex place in Dallas I like.

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GoldenFrog14@reddit

Moved from San Antonio about 5 years ago. That's all I needed to hear. Thanks!

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AccomplishedGolfer2@reddit

Any Tex-Mex places you recommend in San Antonio around the Riverwalk area?

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Twisted_lurker@reddit

Casa Rio is the original River walk restaurant in a great location and their menu hasn’t changed much. I’ve always been a fan of their salsa. Some people don’t care for it.

Acenar is pretty standard. It is a safe choice, you won’t go wrong.

If you’re open to strolling away from the river a bit, Mi Tierra and La Margarita in Market Square are a fun experience. Rosario’s in Southtown is also very nice.

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GrandRefrigerator263@reddit

Acenar is touristy but really good Tex Mex. The patio is pretty dope and real date-y. It’s pricier than the spots further away from the Riverwalk but you’re paying for location.

Free unsolicited advice, there’s an Italian spot down there at the SAMA called Tre Tratoria that is sublime. It’s my favorite spot on the Riverwalk.

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Designerfrog@reddit

Mia dia from scratch

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ArizonaARG@reddit

I believe you should specify what type of Mexican food it is that you like, ie authentic regional, tacos, tex-mex, elevated, etc.

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Texicon@reddit

Enchiladas in Greenville is slept on. Family friendly, great drinks, pretty affordable too.

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danglingfern@reddit

Avilas is my personal fav. Quaint lil place in a house off Maple and the enchiladas are great.

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aggiepat@reddit

Should be higher

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RevolutionaryAsk7816@reddit

delete this please, dont need people finding out abt Avilas 😭

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mapache24@reddit

If more people don’t find out about the mom and pops they will soon all close

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Thingstwo@reddit

This was going to be my answer too, but I wasn’t sure it’s what a 12 yo is looking for on their birthday.

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subhawk737@reddit

Tupinambas

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TengoCalor@reddit

I like Mesero

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Beef_Candy@reddit

Honestly really like los molcajetes in roanoke

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Key-Size-8162@reddit

Fito’s. Anyone else?

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QuadricepsRex@reddit

Pepe and Mito’s

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No_Obligation5739@reddit

La Calle Doce- Oak Cliff or Lakewood

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Professional_Put_159@reddit

Calle doce for seafood, for tacos Salsa Verde or El Si Hay on Davis.

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Designerfrog@reddit

Spanish not Tex mex

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vandy1213@reddit

amen

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Standard_Strength954@reddit

MARIANOS!!!

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atl404itp@reddit

I went to buy some work boots in NW Dallas and stumbled upon Huapango Mexican Cuisine. Very authentic and affordable. We were the only native English speakers in there. Tons of places in the area that looked similar.

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_of_Sunshine@reddit

Any of the Blue Goose Cantina locations

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PenelopeJude@reddit

My Dream Latin Cafe on Gaston (by Garland Rd). New place but the best fajitas I have had in the US.

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agembry@reddit

Mariano’s or one of the La Hacienda Ranch locations, Herrera’s, ojeda’s

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erichoya@reddit

El Noa Noa is a gem in Plano, great family atmosphere

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Randy-Popcorn_Price@reddit

Mexican Bar Company in Plano

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captainn_chunk@reddit

Are we talking about quality of food for the general party or more so the general quality of the experience for a 12 year old?

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Few-Resource-6678@reddit

Right? I feel like this post is asking two different questions.

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BigBirdLaw69420@reddit

Yes

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kgvc7@reddit

Javier’s

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Sweatygirl716@reddit

El Matador in Denton has she best salsa and I love their enchiladas!

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ALargeHotCarl@reddit

Taco Bell on mockingbird around 2am.

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souper_jenious@reddit

My gramma's house!

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MAN_UTD90@reddit

The enchiladas at Tacos El Loco on Belt Line Rd in South Irving, close to Shady Grove, are pretty authentic and good. There are quite a few good hole in the wall Mexican places in the area.

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kwguy77@reddit

Lupe Tortilla is a great spot. Family freindly. Cheap margaritas too without the shit sour mix.

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Thrysh@reddit

Desperados. Their menu has awards on almost every entree. The drinks are great. The vibe is great. The price is reasonable. The chips and salsa are awesome. Can’t go wrong. Try the crab enchiladas.

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Veronica612@reddit

I love Desperado’s! The food is great and the owner is so nice! He tries to greet every guest personally.

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Rabid_Atoms@reddit

El Vecino

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Longjumping-Car8324@reddit

El Cielito Lindo in Forest Hills has really good traditional food! I love their green enchiladas but also their rajas con crema😍

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RadPhilosopher@reddit

Salsa Tex-Mex. Also Glorias (has central-american food too).

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avilae89@reddit

Ojedas or Matitos

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youreallonsteroids@reddit

angelina’s hickory creek

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hobobirdtx@reddit

El Norte in Plano.

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daktru@reddit

Herrera's Oak Cliff at 2853 W Illinois Ave, Dallas, TX 75233. fantastic texmex and you get a cup of borracho beans when you sit down, salsa's got nice heat as well. Its definitely not a fancy place; more mom 'n pop neighborhood restaurant vibes but theyve got solid chile con carne enchiladas

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SFT_ARETE@reddit

E Bar. Best tacos

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Mrcanada53@reddit

Gonzalez oak cliff. Thank me afterwards.

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Real_Issue9794@reddit

El Chico in Rockwall and Richland Hills. They sing to you with a sombrerro and sopapia AND they are known for their enchiladas.

Friday is also 1/2 price double portion fajitas 😉

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Rakebleed@reddit

The food is not great but I doubt a 12 year old will care much.

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SimpleVegetable5715@reddit

El Chico’s good!

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Alarmed_Parking6782@reddit

Any Glorias is a great spot for Tex Mex and Salvadorian. Papusas are amazing.

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pops_of_3@reddit

I know when I was 12 that I would have loved going to Ojos Locos

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Former_Respect_6240@reddit

Norma’s Mexican in Garland, good prices and they have enchiladas, I get them almost every time I go there!

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andersvix@reddit

Chilangos is pretty great for something quick

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Ok_Software2677@reddit

Over at Trinity Groves just west of Downtown Dallas you have Beto & Son. I really do enjoy the food and they have some awesome liquid nitrogen margaritas. Indoor seating and a huge outdoor covered patio. What also nice about this area, there are several other restaurants in the same building and patio. When you get done eating you can take a stroll across the bridge.

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ForeverOk7505@reddit

Ojeda’s on Maple Ave. in Dallas has great food. My kids love the beef enchiladas!

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Such_Schedule5725@reddit

New place in rowlett opens on Cinco de mayo. Called Ollie's Azul house. Lots of taco options and drinks

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Outrageous_Worth3705@reddit

Do yall like Caesar’s??

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Outrageous_Worth3705@reddit

I love Gonzalez in the Bishop Arts area

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Jay7488@reddit

Esparzas in Grapevine

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DirtyMurdi@reddit

Esparza’s Brisket Quesadilla is so good

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kaiser_soze_72@reddit

Everybody got Tex Mex in here so I’m going with Mex Mex. Cuquita’s in Mesquite or Richardson.

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SharpAntelope9096@reddit

Oak Cliff

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Delicious_Hand527@reddit

12 is a bit old, but Nico's Cocina in Carrollton has a really nice interior patio and it has a play area for younger kids. And the food is very good for tex-mex.

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HisAbominableness@reddit

Advising as a former El Pasoan - Dona Maria's and it's not even close.

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Jesus166@reddit

Go to La Hacienda buffet, there is one in Grand Prairie and in Fort Worth.

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SimpleVegetable5715@reddit

I grew up with it, but whenever my relatives are here from out of town, they want El Fenix.

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ApocolypseJoe@reddit

Pepe Mito's in Deep ellum!!!

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Ashamed-Leather-2814@reddit

I agree, Pepe’s and Mito’s in Deep Ellum. Ford is great.

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Stepjam@reddit

Marianos is a good choice

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BeccaSealeSnake@reddit

Ojedas!!!!

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Jay_in_DFW@reddit

El Ranchito! Dallas icon with mariachi band.

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cdherrick@reddit

El Vecino Tex Mex on Buckner

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MavenVoyager@reddit

Bishop Art District

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TheDreamsProject@reddit

My family and I tried Ojeda’s recently and were pretty impressed. I thought the enchiladas specifically were great.

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GoldenFrog14@reddit

Some good suggestions here. Just ignore anyone who says Joe T's (bad), El Fenix (fine but not remarkable), or Chuy's (nostalgia for many, but the quality has declined)

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UncleJulio@reddit

Nicos in Carrollton. Decent food and an outdoor playground for the kids.

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Opposite-Commission4@reddit

Damn bets tacos - Tacos La Banqueta Puro DF

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bananabob23@reddit

Chuys is a bit too spicy for kids but it’s delicious

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dollface0000@reddit (OP)

We went there a few months ago but my whole family found the experience pretty overwhelming since it was so loud and crowded. Though the food was definitely worth going for.

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EvanOnTheFly@reddit

Jose.

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poop_pebbles@reddit

Street trucks