Pappasito's Cantina

Pappasito's Cantina, Houston 1600 Lamar St - Houston

Mexican
• Southwestern
• Sit down

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Last update on 18/03/2024
4,0
651 Reviews
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Last update on 20/12/2023
4,2
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Last update on 16/02/2020
3,8
177 Reviews
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Last update on 05/09/2020
4,3
93 Reviews
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Last update on 07/10/2020
3,1
17 Reviews

Menu Pappasito's Cantina

  • Slow -Smoked Ribs
    • Agujas
    • Matamoros
    • Plato San Juan
  • Fresh Fish
    • Atlantic Salmon
    • Costa Rican Tilapia
    • Signature Sauces
    • Texas Redfish
  • Sizzling Fajitas Famosas
    • Beef Fajita , Quail & Shrimp Brochette
    • Beef Fajita, Ribs & Shrimp Brochette
    • Filet Mignon Fajitas with Crab Cake-Stuffed Shrimp
    • Large
    • Medium
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Claudet Dean
+5
We had appetizers only and drinks everything was great. I highly recommend the wave it is a margarita with sangria...
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Jason Kramer
+5
Awesome service very friendly best place in the world in the greatest city in America Houston Tc
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Samaira Gupta
+4
Convenient location if staying at Hilton Americas.

Pappasito's Cantina is located adjacent to the Hilton, which makes it convenient. The menu is quite extensive and palatable, similar to Chipotele.
8 months ago
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Anita Sharma
+4
Excellent Mexican

This was exceptional Mexican food, and very convenient to the conference center and associated hotels. Fajitas were great, as were the enchiladas. Service was a little slow but the restaurant was packed.
8 months ago
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Ginni Arora
+4
Really Good!

I went here through the week and there was plenty of seating at the bar. I had the tacos al carbon and they were cooked perfectly. The service was very good. It’s a bit on the expensive side for Mexican food but is very good overall.
Oct 06, 2018
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Jyoti
+4
was told by my friend that Pappasito is a must go to place when I am Texas. I order some bbq chicken and beef but it took longer than expected. Food was served promptly after I reminded the staff that I have waited for more than 20mins for the food. Despite being really busy, they serve me the food shortly and they follow up a few times to make sure that I am doing ok. The food is delicious as expected. Beef is tender and chicken is tasty. When I ask for bill, to my surprise, they waive my food as a gesture to compensate my slightly long wait for the wait. They are simply awesome. Highly recommended. I will definitely go back again.
Oct 06, 2018
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AytchEmm
+4
Pappasito’s was able to seat us early. Our waitress was friendly, quick, and did her job well. The complimentary salsa and chips were delicious. The fish tacos were decent. Only didn’t give 5 stars because they served my ice cream in a hot dish so it all melted before I could enjoy it. I would go back.
Jul 08, 2018
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Aritra Chakrabarty Sengupta
+4
Travel is an experience and I believe in making the most out of it. Every travel diary is like a painting, where nature meets human emotions. A place, is not only mountains, sea or sky scrapers, the people, their culture, their living habits and their existences infuses that uniqueness, which travelers tend to explore and extract. I also believe that food is an important criterion or means to plunge into the vulnerabilities of a race or kind or type of people. Hence whenever I travel to an unknown destination, I love to experience their eating habits, as much as my limitations as a consumer allows me. 

In my recent visit to Houston, unfortunately I didn't get the chance to experience much of their culture or food. However one of the few eateries I visited interested me enough to write a review about it.

Pappasito's Cantina, a Mexican restaurant in Hotel Hilton in Houston Downtown, is strategically located to attract the attention of the passerby crowd. And also since its open for longer hours compared to other eateries nearby, it saved the starvation of late eating people like us.

The crew was amazing and very welcoming, there was an uninhibitedness about the place. The decor was interesting and was dominated by the red colour. It was great to see people come to celebrate their weekend drowned in euphoria. We had ordered shrimp and chicken Fajita, it was more than enough for two people. The preparation was delicious, rise portion, tossed veggies and tacos tasted great. But the grilled shrimp was remember-worthy, I generally don't consume too much shrimp in restaurants, but that night was an exception.

Overall Pappasito was a wholesome experience and a good place to visit.

Aritra Chakrabarty Sengupta
May 17, 2017
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BigKidSmallCity
+3.5
I could eat basket after basket of chips and salsa… so you know that Pappasito’s Cantina is popular with me!  And this location, right across from Discovery Green, might be my favorite! 

We were at the park and needed a good place to cool off, so we walked over for lunch.  This restaurant can get busy, but for a weekday lunch, we walked right in and were seated (and the chips and salsa arrived!).
Jul 27, 2016
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Nikhil C Davies
+4.5
I was in love with the food. Coming from india the only Mexican I have had was from Taco bell. And trust me this was a pleasant surprise. The place was hip and the portions were huge. Almost everyone who came with me couldn't finish the full meal. I was thoroughly enjoying the food and thank you for letting me know what Mexican food really is!
Sep 26, 2015
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TexasRobman
+4
Friendly service. A little pricey for Tex-Mex but the fajita platers were a great value for a small family and was plentiful. Only decided to eat here as it was one block from my hotel and the only thing open on a Sunday for lunch. Fajitas were tasty and made for good tacos. Now the tortillas were delicious and appeared to be made in house as they were very fresh. If your in walking distance I’d recommend it.
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Lisa B
+5
My experience here was amazing. My first evening Noah was my waiter. Fantastic drinks, food and service! Had the Grande Reserva and Steak Fajitas. I came back and Javin was my waiter. We tried a chicken fajitas... just as good as the steak. And another Reserva... yummy! Ty poured us amazing drinks. Both nights the manager, Sam, made her way around the restaurant checking on tables. I appreciate that because it allowed to communicate on service, which was faniminal!
5
Jill Suddendorf
+5
So good! We were in for a convention with resteraunts all around. We liked it so much we ate lunch there twice. So unlike me, but it was quite yummy.
5
mehrad amin
+5
This was a great experience we had at Pappasito. Service was quick and the food was great. along with chips and salsa that were getting refilled back to back. Started with a margarita that I could taste the alcohol in it, that was a plus! Then we had Chicken Fajitas which was enough for two people. Will definitely go again.
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MARIA GON
+4
We had some problems with our reservation but the manager was really nice and fixed it. Food was awesome !!! The shrimp fajitas were delicious ! I would have loved more tortillas with them though ! And also the chips and salsa. Drinks were good too ! I want to come back
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Jamie Rich
+5
The Guacamole was so delicious! I could have eaten just that for dinner. I also had a fruity margarita (the small is huge) and the seafood enchiladas. They were perfect! The beans (the pinto beans with bacon), also fabulous! Also, possibly the best scallops I have had. My only dislike was it was a bit salty for me. But loved it anyway. Our server was also amazing! Knowledgeable, excited to do her job, and very accommodating.
5
Gerard Macarro Esteban
+5
The food was so good: fresh, handmade, natural ingredients… I feel that when I asked for the Guacamole’s dish. The service was so kindly and the spot is well decored and you feel confortable in it. A little bit expensive for me but no doubts, totally worth it!
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LaQuinta Milligan-King
+5
The pre game party starts here! We always stop at Pappasitos for a delicious margarita and appetizers before heading to the Toyota Center. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is welcoming and lively. I certainly recommend it.
5
Coaxial Coyote
+5
I really had a great meal with great service at the bar. Spicy food ? Thank you, finally. The chips and salsa were amazing. Nice selection on the menu.
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Lanny Kibbey
+5
I recently had the pleasure of eating at Pappasito's Restaurant located in the heart of the city. Near the George r Brown convention center the atmosphere was cozy and inviting, with a lively backdrop of colorful decor and exciting music. The service was friendly and attentive, and the food was simply outstanding! The menu featured a variety of delicious Mexican dishes, from tacos and burritos to fajitas and quesadillas. I ordered the chicken enchiladas he fresh ingredients and flavorful spices were the perfect combination. I also enjoyed a frozen margarita Overall, my experience aas amazing! I would highly recommend it to anyone

Timetable

Monday:
Tuesday:
11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

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