10 Mexican Restaurants In Galveston, Texas

1. Salsas Mexican Restaurant

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

This locally owned family themed restaurant operating since 1998 serves exceptional food with bright and beautiful surroundings including an awesome view of the Gulf of Mexico, Moody Gardens, and Galveston Pier. It was awarded by the local Galveston Daily News and Texas Monthly for serving the best Margaritas in town and Mexican food like their specialties that include Enchiladas, Quesadillas, Shrimp Enchiladas, Fish Tacos, Chimichanga, Ceviche, and Tostada. They serve lunch, dinner, and happy hour with live entertainment on Wednesdays and Sundays. They provide catering and on-site banquet services for parties, gatherings, or events with customized menus to suit your budget and preferences.

Salsas Mexican Restaurant

Address: 4604 Seawall Blvd Galveston, TX 77551

Website: Salsas Mexican Restaurant

Opening hours: Sunday and Monday 11 AM - 9:30 PM/ Tuesday to Thursday 11 AM -10 PM/ Friday and Saturday 11 AM - 10:30PM/ Happy hour Monday to Friday 11 AM - 7 PM/ Lunch specials Monday to Friday 11 AM - 3 PM

Average price for two people: 11 - 30 USD

2. El Jardin Mexican Café

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

If you are craving for a breakfast burrito then come to this family-owned restaurant operating since 1985 serving the community for over 30 years with their authentic Mexican food. They only serve breakfast and lunch six days a week starting from Monday to Saturday. The spacious rustic restaurant is the favorite hangout of the locals who regularly order their delicious home-style food especially the burritos, tortillas, and spicy salsa they are well-known for.

El Jardin Mexican Café

Address: 413 24th Street, Galveston TX

Website: El Jardin Mexican Café

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 5 AM - 1:30 PM

Average price for two people: under 10 USD

3. El Gusto Del Pueblo

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

The former Rex Café was bought by the Lopez couple in 1998 and it was reborn as El Gusto Del Pueblo serving authentic Mexican dishes. Texas Monthly magazine awarded the restaurant with five stars for serving traditional Mexican dishes made from the freshest ingredients based on recipes sourced from Yucatan, Monterey, Puebla, and Vera Cruz. They take pride in their signature salsa made from three varieties of peppers and in their homemade flour tortillas and tamales. Galveston County Daily News voted their breakfast burritos as the best in the county. Another crowd favorite is the Huevos Rancheros which is bacon and potatoes topped with pork chops, eggs, and Ranchero sauce.

El Gusto Del Pueblo

Address: 3714 Avenue J Broadway, Galveston, TX

Website: El Gusto Del Pueblo

Opening hours: 7 AM - 10 PM

Average price for two people: Under 10 USD

4. The Original Mexican Café

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

This restaurant has been serving traditional Tex-Mex cuisine since 1916 and voted as having the best Mexican food from the years 2012 to 2017 (except for 2016) and the best Margaritas in 2012. It is located in the historic district with lots of parking for your guests if you are planning to have a huge event or party in the restaurant. They have two spacious floors of dining areas ideal for business meetings, casual dining, special events, and a full bar offering daily happy hour to complete a memorable night out in town. They also offer full catering services, a to-go menu, and a special menu for kids called Los Ninos. On the menu are their famous fajitas, vegetarian platillos, nachos, combinaciones, enchiladas, sopas y ensaladas, antojitos, platillos, and original specials (especialidades del original).

The Original Mexican Café

Address: 1401 Market St. Galveston TX 77550

Website: The Original Mexican Café

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 11 AM - 9:30 PM/ Friday 11 AM - 10:30 PM/ Saturday 8 AM - 10:30 PM/ Sunday 8 AM - 9.30 PM

Average price for two people: 11 - 30 USD

5. Mercadito Y Taqueria Inc

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

In English, the restaurant’s name means “a convenience store and a store selling tacos”. It’s a grocery store that sells all the basic ingredients in making a taco from the tortillas, different kinds of sauces, cheese, to the fresh veggies and meats that goes with it. Buy these off the shelf and make your own tacos at home. The establishment also sells other snacks and Mexican delicacies like chicharron or fried strips of pig skin which is sold by the pound. There is a small seating area in the grocery where you can sit down, order and eat their house specialties like tacos, burritos, and quesadillas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a no-frills environment.

Mercadito Y Taqueria Inc

Address: 3802 Broadway st. Galveston Island, TX 77550-3820

Website: Mercadito Y Taqueria Inc

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 6 AM - 10 PM

Average price for two people: under 10 USD

6. Los Lazos Tex Mex

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Los Lazos is a family-owned restaurant serving authentic Mexican dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Years of tradition have honed their heirloom recipes into perfection which the present generations enjoy today. Their house specialties are Taquitos Chilangos (Mexican small tortillas), El Supremo (the Supreme), and Compadres y Comadres (Godfathers and Godmothers). On Tuesdays, they serve Carne Guisada (sautéed meat) for $9.99 and on Wednesdays, homemade tortillas with Carne de Puerco con verdolagas (pork with purslane). On Fridays, the restaurant becomes very festive with their Karaoke nights.

Los Lazos Tex Mex

Address: 6316 Steward Rd, Galveston TX 77551

Website: Los Lazos Tex Mex

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 7 AM - 9 PM/Friday 7 AM - 11 PM/Saturday 7 AM - 10 PM/Sunday 7 AM - 3 PM

Average price for two people: 11 - 30 USD

7. Tortuga Mexican Kitchen

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Aside from an exceptional dine-in experience where you can taste their delicious Tex Mex cuisine, they also have a To-Go Menu that you should not miss. They have an extensive menu with a wide variety of combo platters to choose from that you can enjoy from lunch until dinner. If you have a party or special event, you can call them for a quote and place an order for their catering services. They also offer Loyalty and Gift cards which earns you a point for every one dollar you spend. For every 100 points you earn, you are given an 8 USD reward.

Tortuga Mexican Kitchen

Address: 6010 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551

Website: Tortuga Mexican Kitchen

Opening hours:Sunday to Thursday 11 AM - 10 PM/ Friday and Saturday 11 AM - 11 PM

Average price for two people: 11 - 30 USD

8. Chilaca Mexican Grill

Editor’s note: Establishment is Permanently closed.

Chilaca Mexican Grill specializes in burritos, salads, and tacos wherein every bite gives you a taste of Mexico. Their burritos come in a variety of flavors made from the freshest meats, vegetables, marinade, cheese, sour cream, and signature flour tortilla. Their restaurant is a typical eatery with high ceilings, Edison lamps, pallet wood furnishings, and an industrial motif cozy enough for diners to enjoy their Tex Mex meal in simple surroundings.

Chilaca Mexican Grill

Address: 708 Holiday Drive Galveston, TX 77551

Website: Chilaca Mexican Grill

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 11 AM - 10 PM

Average price for two people: Under 10 USD

9. La Cazuela Cocina Restaurant

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La Cazuela Cocina or “the kitchen casserole” is born from a menu which is a collaboration of ideas and plans of three close friends who have been in the service industry for several years. With a total of 60 years of experience, the owners seem to never run out of new ideas for their menu that it tends to change daily. They serve a variety of grilled sandwiches; T-Bone Steak, Two Arepas Plate, and Carne Guisada served with the salads, soups, and veggies; and a dessert treat that changes every day. They have an online ordering service and caters to parties and events with their on-site private room with a maximum capacity of 70 seated guests.

La Cazuela Cocina Restaurant

Address: 1508 39th st galveston, TX 77550

Website: La Cazuela Cocina Restaurant

Opening hours:Monday to Wednesday 7 AM - 3 PM/ Thursday to Saturday 7 AM - 8 PM/ Sunday 7 AM - 2 PM

Average price for two people: 10 - 13 USD

10. Nopalera Grill Galveston

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

The simple interiors of the family-owned diner will not take your attention away from the delicious taste of their home-style Mexican dishes. The food is served hot in a rustic style using authentic and fresh ingredients in hefty servings and reasonable prices. Beef fajita Chimichanga and Barbacoa are among their popular best sellers.

Nopalera Grill Galveston

Address: 5001 Broadway St. Galveston, TX 77551

Website: Nopalera Grill Galveston

Opening hours:Tuesday to Sunday 7 AM - 3 PM/ Monday CLOSED

Average price for two people: Under 10 USD

Mexican delights!

Real Mexican cuisine is a unique harmony of colors and flavors. The best way to enjoy these dishes is to get them where the ingredients are fresh and recipes are authentic. Galveston offers a variety of dining establishments where you can savor these delightful Mexican dishes at very reasonable prices. Remember to try at least one of them on your next visit to Texas.