Midland is an oil industry center in western Texas and it forms part of the Permian Basin area. A visit to the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum offers a range of interactive exhibits detailing the oil exploration history of the town, including Boom Town, a replica of a 1930s oil town. The Museum of the Southwest exhibits regional art, culture, archaeology and science in the 1934 Turner Mansion. George W. Bush’s childhood home is located in Midland and it was restored to its original 1950s state, as it was when the 43rd American president lived there. Those who prefer being out in the open air will appreciate the I-20 Wildlife Preserve and Jenna Welsh Nature Study Center. The urban lake habitat features hiking trails and has wildlife viewing platforms. Should you get hungry while visiting the area, there are a number of great Mexican restaurants in Midland, Texas. Check our out top picks below.
1. La Condesa
La Condesa is a relaxed Mexican restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch in true Mexican style. Breakfast/brunch dishes include huevos rancheros, chilakiles, migas and egg with chorizo plate. Among the popular lunch options are a range of guacamoles and salsas, enchiladas and soups, tasty ceviches, botanas and grilled dishes. Side dishes include tortillas.
La Condesa
Address: 310 S Terrell St, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Monday-Friday 6 AM-2 PM, Saturday 6 AM-12:45 PM, Sundays closed
Price for two: 22-60 USD
Website: La Condesa
2. La Bodega Mexican Restaurant
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Posted by La Bodega Mexican Restaurant on Thursday, 7 February 2019
This casual Mexican restaurant and bar serves a lunch and dinner menu with a range of appetizers, including nachos, japapenos and flautas, and a good selection of salads and soups. The restaurant is renowned for its rellenos, in which they use Anaheim peppers, which they say have the best flavor. A good choice of nachos and enchiladas are served, along with quesadillas and fajitas. There are also full Mexican dinners and seafood options available. There is a full bar on site.
La Bodega Mexican Restaurant
Address: 2700 N Big Spring St, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 11 AM-12 AM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-2 AM, Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
Price for two: 22-60 USD
Website: La Bodega Mexican Restaurant
3. Hacienda Vieja
Hacienda Vieja boasts a great atmosphere and the best Mexican food in Midland, Texas. They use only authentic, time-tested recipes, using the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Reviewers particularly liked the restaurant’s chicken enchiladas, fajita tacos and Mexican plate. Others raved over the mini tacos and the salsa, chips and bean dip. Some describe the restaurant as serving “Tex-Mex” dishes. The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner.
Hacienda Vieja
Address: 515 Andrews Hwy, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 11 AM-10 PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-11 PM
Price for two: 22-60 USD
Website: Hacienda Vieja
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4. Carambas Spanish Inn Kitchen
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Posted by Jason Miller on Friday, 19 October 2018
Carambas Spanish Inn Kitchen serves traditional Mexican food in a great atmosphere. Customers on Yelp raved about their fajitas and another said queso with beef was tasty and a good serving size. Another review said that from the chips and salsa to the burritos and tacos, this was an excellent Mexican meal. Carambas Spanish Inn Kitchen is open for lunch and dinner and offers a take-out service.
Carambas Spanish Inn
Address: 3116 W Front St, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Monday-Friday 11 AM-2 PM, 5-9 PM, Saturday 11 AM-9 PM, Sunday closed
Price for two: Under 20 USD
Website: Carambas Spanish Inn
5. Dos Compadres Mexican Restaurant - Midland
Come try our Portabello Mushrooms Fajitas! It's a favorite with our vegetarians.
Posted by Dos Compadres Mexican Restaurant on Tuesday, 17 July 2018
Dos Compadres Mexican Restaurant – Midland opened in 1992 and its owners, Robert and Zolla Granado love to provide the town with authentic Mexican food, along with a memorable dining experience. Their love of quality cuisine and shared culture has led to not only a good meal, but lots of fun too. Dishes are prepared from authentic spices, organic fresh vegetables and excellent flavors. Popular items are the restaurant’s fajitas and enchiladas, as well as seafood dishes and vegetarian options. If you are in the mood for a margarita, the bar serves the best.
Dos Compadres Mexican Restaurant - Midland
Address: 2200 W Wadley Ave #1, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Monday-Saturday 11 AM-10 PM, Sundays closed
Price for two: 22-60 USD
6. Gerardo's Casita
Posted by Gerardo's Casita on Saturday, 12 January 2019
Gerardo’s Casita is a down-to-earth grill and cantina with a tequila room, and it has been running since 1977. The restaurant believes in serving great homemade Tex-Mex food in a festive atmosphere. They serve both lunch and dinner. Many reviewers recommend the great margaritas and others say the food is delicious. The restaurant serves a range of appetizers, salads and soups, as well as Mexican entrees, tacos, enchiladas and burritos.
Gerardo's Casita
Address: 2407 N Big Spring St, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Monday-Friday 11 AM-2 PM, 5 PM-9 PM, Saturday 11 AM-9 PM, Sunday closed
Price for two: 22-60 USD
Website: Gerardo’s Casita
7. El Jimador Bar And Grill
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Posted by El Jimador Bar and Grill on Thursday, 15 November 2018
El Jimador Bar and Grill is a relatively new restaurant in Midland. As it is new, the menu is currently limited, but reviews are good, saying the food is rich and delicious and well-served, and that the service is also good. The restaurant offers the usual tacos, burritos, nachos and enchiladas and it has an excellent children’s menu for families.
El Jimador Bar And Grill
Address: 911 S Big Spring St, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: 11 AM-10 PM
Price for two: 22-60 USD
Website: El Jimador Bar And Grill
8. Monterrey Cocina Mexicana
Monterrey Cocina Mexicana is a family-owned restaurant, famous in Midland for their margaritas and dating back to 1955. All dishes are created with the freshest ingredients and the traditional recipes are the same as they were when they started. Monterrey Cocina Mexicana serves a range of appetizers, breakfast dishes and Mexican plates, as well as soups and salads, meat and fish dishes.
Monterrey Cocina Mexicana
Address: 3323 N Midland Dr, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 11 AM-9 PM, Friday 11 AM-10 PM, Saturday-Sunday 9 AM-9 PM
Price for two: Under 20 USD
Website: Monterrey Cocina Mexicana
9. Taqueria Jalisco Midland
In jaliscos margarita time ...??
Posted by Taqueria Jalisco Midland tx on Friday, 11 September 2015
Taqueria Jalisco Midland serves authentic Mexican cuisine with a menu of all the favorite dishes, including crispy tacos, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas and seafood, all freshly prepared on order. The meal is accompanied by margaritas and beeritas. The restaurant has a happy hour between 2 PM and 6 PM on Mondays to Fridays. Taqueria Jalisco Midland serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Taqueria Jalisco Midland
Address: 4416 Briarwood Ave #100, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: Saturday-Thursday 8 AM-10 PM, Friday 7 AM-10 PM
Price for two: Under 20 USD
Website: Taqueria Jalisco Midland
10. Saucedo Tamale Factory
Menudo anyone?
Posted by Saucedo Tamale Factory on Thursday, 28 September 2017
Saucedo Tamale Factory is a comfort food cafe offering take-outs and sit-down Tex-Mex meals for breakfast and lunch. All dishes are made fresh from scratch. The tamales, burritos, and asada come highly recommended by other diners. Breakfast has all the favorites like huevos rancheros and more.
Saucedo Tamale Factory
Address: 1809 N Big Spring St, Midland, Texas, USA
Opening hours: 7 AM-3 PM, closed Sundays
Price for two: Under 20 USD
Website: Saucedo Tamale Factory
Dine in style in Midland, Texas
After a busy day exploring the attractions, try out these traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurants for some of the best Mexican food in Midland, Texas.
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