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El Tiempo Cantina - Richmond

El Tiempo Cantina - Richmond

Mexican Restaurant$$$$
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    Anne-Laure R.
    "Get a frozen margarita sangria, ceviche and carnitas and fajitas!"(26 Tips)
    Paul G.
    "Can't get enough of the fajitas, queso, and margaritas!"(17 Tips)
    Houston Press
    "The Laurenzo clan of Ninfa's fame delivers the Tex-Mex (and the..."(2 Tips)
    Alex S.
    "Very good Sangrias and excellent salschicha (jalapeno sausage)."(2 Tips)
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  • Eater
    EaterOctober 5, 2011
    Their weekend breakfasts are the best, but so are their brisket enchiladas. We suggest asking for the green rice on your combo plate, it's really tasty. [Eater 38 Member]
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    Lisa CMay 18, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Calamari is great and the fajitas always come out sizzling and delicious. Of course you can't leave without having a margarita, or two.
  • Melanie M.heart icon on user image
    Melanie MaddoxAugust 1, 2017
    The portions are GIANT! Pick one of the Tex-mex dishes (the Las Vegas is yummo), and share with someone. My friend tried the canonball fried avocado w chicken and loved it!
  • Lisa C.heart icon on user image
    Lisa CMay 18, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Calamari is great and the fajitas and shrimp come out sizzling and delicious. You also gotta have a margarita, or two.
  • Wim G.heart icon on user image
    Wim GorisJune 26, 2018
    All the food is suuuuuuuper!!! One suggestion: drink one of their famous Margaritas
  • Adam R.heart icon on user image
    Adam RenzJanuary 10, 2015
    Come for the margaritas and stay for the fajitas. Best in Houston. Mixed chicken and beef and a side of quest. You won't be sad you did.
  • Charlie F.heart icon on user image
    Charlie FoxworthJuly 21, 2015
    Lots of love for the beef fajitas but don't count out the chicken fajitas. They are crazy good. Order with a side of guacamole and you will need a nap.
  • Iris S.
    Iris SalminsDecember 12, 2013
    Awesome food. Best Mexican food in town. Prices high but worth it. Valet parking. Great service. Upscale crowd. Busy place. Go totally off hours for quiet.
  • Paul G.
    Paul GriffinApril 20, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Can't get enough of the fajitas, queso, and margaritas! Easily one of the best tex-mex in town! Service is stellar and food is amazing!
  • Joy C.
    Joy CarpenterJanuary 7, 2014
    The heaters on the patio make winter al fresco dining possible. The margaritas make it absolutely delightful. The chambord Rita is SO GOOD!!
  • Vlad D.heart icon on user image
    Vlad DavidiukJune 13, 2016
    So good. The carnitas are TO DIE FOR.
  • Houston Press
    Houston PressAugust 4, 2014
    The Laurenzo clan of Ninfa's fame delivers the Tex-Mex (and the margaritas) you expect -- and then some. Read more
  • Kristen P.
    Kristen PlottJuly 14, 2014
    The 1/2 fajitas are more than enough for two people! Must upgrade to the beef filet. So delish.
  • Augustine V.heart icon on user image
    Augustine VJanuary 17, 2017
    If you're getting beef fajitas, you have to cough up the extra dinero and get the filet! Barry style!
  • Anne-Laure R.
    Get a frozen margarita sangria, ceviche and carnitas and fajitas! Definitely the best texmex in town :)
  • Gordon W.heart icon on user image
    Gordon WrightMarch 5, 2015
    Roasted chips, good salsas and quail roasted over wood at your table.
  • Hanna M.heart icon on user image
    Hanna McAdamsMay 14, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Only order the filet fajitas. Strawberry , mango or any frozen margarita and the huge order of guacamole that they call "small".
  • Ashleigh W.
    Ashleigh WSeptember 2, 2011
    I'm from Louisiana so I was really scared to try the sea food. OMG get the crab nachos! SO GOOD!!!
  • Eva K.
    Eva K.July 15, 2010
    Sangria + crab enchilada with marisco cream. ALSO free entry to Diamond Club next door with any purchase.
  • Guillermo C.
    Order the: Large Fresh Fish Filet "Spicy Mexicana". It's large enough for two!
  • Ryan R.heart icon on user image
    Ryan RogersJune 15, 2015
    The strawberry margarita is the bomb.
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    MeashaAugust 10, 2014
    Beef filet fajitas and jalapeño sausage!! Wow.
  • Nick C.
    Nick ChiraMarch 1, 2010
    Have a martini. In for a treat? The filet mignon fajitas will keep you smiling all the way home. Don't go on Friday night unless you like standing room only.
  • James W.heart icon on user image
    James WilsonJanuary 15, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Favorite place in the world...hands down best people best service best food best margaritas!!!
  • Cusp25heart icon on user image
    Cusp25November 10, 2015
    Dos luncheon-crispy beef taco and cheese enchilada
  • Iashia L.heart icon on user image
    Iashia LoganSeptember 9, 2016
    The coconut margaritas, on rocks, is the best!
  • Mel N.
    Mel N.February 24, 2011
    The portions are waaay too big, but super tasty! Also, it's an authentic like atmosphere with complimentary valet.
  • Travis C.
    Travis CombelAugust 22, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Excellent margaritas and fajitas. Ask for the hot salsa!
  • Liz M.heart icon on user image
    Liz MuirheadMarch 27, 2015
    Family style fajitas were awesome for the big crowd we had.
  • Randy E.
    Randy EmeryJanuary 11, 2014
    Try their grilled combo, the quail is great.
  • Allen A.
    Allen ArcadeApril 30, 2011
    Thank you "Crysti Nixon" for spamming this venue. By "Thank you", I mean please stop posting this junk. No one will see your spam and think: "wow, let me buy some crap from Crysti Nixon online now!"
  • Jason W.
    Jason WerkmanJuly 15, 2010
    Best Mexican Restaurant in Texas; the prime beef fajitas are amazing – filet mignon fajitas with melted butter, RAH! Read more
  • Jon C.
    Jon ClarkDecember 14, 2013
    Great food and service. Pricing is good as well.
  • Jose S.
    Jose SeminarioFebruary 7, 2012
    They weigh the food after it's cooked so you do get 1/2 pound of meat :-)
  • Alex S.
    Alex S.January 17, 2012
    Very good Sangrias and excellent salschicha (jalapeno sausage).
  • Taia S.heart icon on user image
    Taia SmithAugust 23, 2014
    The crab chulupa is my favorite
  • Steve B.
    Steve BSeptember 5, 2011
    After the prime filet fajita's for dinner, head to the diamond club for coffee and dessert.
  • Laura C.
    Laura ChanOctober 2, 2011
    Houston Press Best of Houston 2011 - Reader's Choice - Best Mexican Restaurant
  • Cheri H.
    Cheri H.August 1, 2010
    excellent green sauce. Ask for the Fajita Burrito.. its not on the menu but it's awesome!
  • El C.
    El ChrisoNovember 21, 2013
    Awesome place plus the titty bar is next door!!!
  • amy h.heart icon on user image
    amy hatesMarch 16, 2015
    Cheese is super greasy. Environment is good.
  • Shay S.
    Shay SayreJuly 1, 2011
    Awesome experience and service. Best fajitas I have ever had!
  • Serenaheart icon on user image
    SerenaApril 22, 2013
    Best beef fajitas hands down.
  • David M.heart icon on user image
    David MooreApril 27, 2013
    Very good margaritas and fajitas.
  • Linnie M.
    Linnie MorganFebruary 15, 2013
    This place was the best Mexican food I have had in a very long time
  • Lorie S.heart icon on user image
    Lorie Simon FortsonFebruary 17, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Ab so lutly..the best Tex-Mex around!!
  • CultureMap Houston M.
    You have no choice but to valet park. There's no place else on bustling Richmond Avenue to self park.
  • Dustin L.heart icon on user image
    Dustin LydayAugust 19, 2014
    Fajitas and gill platters
  • Dominique D.
    Dominique DavisonAugust 10, 2014
    Margaritas... of course
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherMay 14, 2016
    The best fajitas
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