Dona Maria

Three words to describe this place… Delicious, Authentic, and Family-owned. I was craving some barbacoa and menudo for breakfast the way I used to have when growing up, and this place absolutely delivered on that! The restaurant has been ran for 18 years by a retired teacher and firefighter… the kind of folks that make you feel you’re part of the family right away. Looking forward to coming back to try more of their menu!

Authentic Mexican food. Great service. Since I came by myself, I had the honor of sharing a table with the owner, Juan Hernandez. He was very friendly and we had a really nice visit while I enjoyed the amazing food. I will definitely be returning to sample the menu further. Food: Chilequiles were perfect. Tortillas made from scratch. The menudo was excellent. Service: My coffee and water were never empty, and I was constantly served by everyone working. Phenomenal service. And so friendly! Atmosphere: relaxed old school mexican restaurant. Feels like my childhood.

Fantastic, authentic Mexican breakfast. Tacos Gordos are huge and the Chilaquiles were perfect after a late night of drinking. The tortillas are made with love and is the best part! Friendly service that frequently checked up on us. Unfortunately as Rangers/Cowboys fans, we could not stand the decor though. 😉😂

This Houston institution slipped by me. I’d never been. I knew that it was historically significant to the max. On previous attempts, it was always too crowded. “Next time”, I would say. But recently, having seen a photo of their puffy taco, I knew that it was a “must”. Damn, that puffy taco plate was good. The rice and beans that accompanied it were great. As were the tacos. Crunchy. Not those softer, chewier, thick masa ones that SA is known for. A tad thicker than the ones at the (now closed) beloved Fiesta Loma Linda. And, I saw that caldo de menudo is a daily feature. Not just on weekends. This is a breakfast and lunch place. It closes at 2:00 pm.