
Taco-bout Tasty Tacos in Houston

by The OpenTable Team
Updated January 28, 2020
Houston has a bold Texas spirit, famous for its world-class arts scene, booming businesses and professional sports. In recent years, Houston has experienced a renaissance of Mexican cuisine. The flavors of Texas barbecue and local seafood mix add a spin twist to traditional enchiladas, tamales and, of course, tacos. From Tex-Mex classics to traditional Mexican treasures, we've got the low-down on all the best tacos in town. But where can Tex-Mex fanatics find the best tacos in Houston? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. Our team of expert diners has tried every soft tortilla or crispy shell across town to create this unique list of top offerings. Book tonight for the best tacos in Houston.
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Zaunda
Dined 3 days ago
4.6 (3481)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
River Oaks
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Natalie
Dined 2 days ago
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Natalie
Dined 2 days ago
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Biju
Dined 4 days ago
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MeredithVIP
Dined 3 days ago
4.5 (1137)
$30 and under
American
Galleria / Uptown
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on Apr 27, 2025
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on Apr 27, 2025
4.7 (1450)
$30 and under
American
Galleria / Uptown
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Pam
Dined 3 days ago
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Pam
Dined 3 days ago
4.6 (1317)
$31 to $50
Regional Mexican
Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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Alicia
Dined 1 day ago
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Alicia
Dined 1 day ago
4.4 (525)
$30 and under
Mexican
Galleria / Uptown
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Dr. DemiVIP
Dined 7 days ago
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Dr. DemiVIP
Dined 7 days ago
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4.8 (1344)
$30 and under
Tex-Mex
Westside
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JohnVIP
Dined 2 days ago
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Michelle
Dined 1 day ago
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BillVIP
Dined 7 days ago
4.9 (711)
$31 to $50
Mexican / Southwestern
Downtown
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MaryVIP
Dined on Apr 24, 2025
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MaryVIP
Dined on Apr 24, 2025
4.3 (360)
$30 and under
Tex-Mex
Rice Village
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JonathanVIP
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
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JonathanVIP
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
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