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Family-owned Tex-Mex favorite brings fajitas and frosty margs to Heights denizens.
(713) 581-8239
4720 Washington Ave
Houston,
TX
77007
29.7706
-95.4086
Neighborhoods: Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, Central
Molina's Cantina
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Molina's Cantina
The Owner
Molina's Cantina
Owner
Molina's newest incarnation in the hottest eatery area in town, Washington Avenue Corridor, has one of the coolest patios around. Sit beneath the thatched palm roof and sip margaritas with friends while digging into a big bowl of their legendary Jose's Dip (creamy queso with a heaping of spicy taco meat). No matter what you order you'll get complimentary hot corn tortilla chips, three kinds of salsa and escabeche (lightly pickled carrots, onions and jalapenos), plus a sugary praline with the check. On the menu, there is great old fashioned Tex-Mex, the kind the Molina family has been…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Since 1941, the Molinas restaurants have been a part of the local Tex-Mex landscape, as generations of Houstonians can attest to. The menu includes the famous Jose's Dip, a queso and taco meat concoction that goes perfectly with fresh-squeezed margaritas and the table's trio of salsas. Sample tacos al carbon, carne asada, enchiladas, sizzling fajitas and handmade tamales in addition to other cheese-laden Tex-Mex faves. The dining room isn't overly large, but the bar provides extra seating during peak times. –
10/28/09
Great Tex Mex in The Heights
by FlyFlinger at Citysearch
I grew up going to the Molinas on Buffalo Speedway and Bissonet. I thought that when it was closed that it was the end of the brand as a whole. Then I saw the Heights location about a year ago. I know this one has been around for a little while but I just tried it. Glad to have it in the Heights! Great food. Jose's dip is the way to go. Tasty Margs too! We'll be back
- Pros: Great food, service and drinks
- Cons: Waited too long to check it out
03/15/09
What a Great 'Rita!
by waxdragon76 at Citysearch
So I went to Molina's for the first time. Boy was I excited to have margaritas with my best friend! I look at the drink menu and ask my server what the difference is between the two margaritas, tequila wise, first listed. The server has no clue what tequila they use in their signature drinks?? Bad training! You cannot just shrug about tequila to a Latina, mi amigo.
I ordered one of each that night. The 'Frozen Gold Margarita' was light and tasty. The 'Molina's Famous Margarita?' Now THAT will send me back. Made with "I dunno" brand of 100% Agave tequila.. it is strong and really hits the spot! Whatever tequila that is, it's pretty good. lol
We ordered the Jose Dip. Excellent. The salsa was not as great as I think it could be. They claim to serve three types, we received only one. The fajitas were so tender that when you took a bite, there was not a little finger trick needed in order to keep the rest of the fajita strip planted in the taco.
We went there a few weeks ago on a Saturday. Our drinks, chips, and tortillas were a little slow to be refilled. I chuck this up to the fact that they were understaffed. Please, Molina's, hire some more staff! Our waiter was 'in the weeds' a bit but still kept his calm composure. Good job!
Molina's has a very nice decor with warm lighting. This mixed with floor to ceiling windows and the city lights outside make it a perfect place to just relax on the weekend.
As a finisher they give you a praline. I love these candies. It reminds me of my childhood. Thank you.
Sabroso!
- Pros: The margaritas!
- Cons: Understaffed, staff not knowledgeable
08/27/08
Excellent Tex-Mex
by CraigAlwine at Citysearch
I was so disapointed when the Molinas on Hwy 6 closed. It was one of our favorite places to eat. We ventured out to the new place on Washington Ave. and were very pleased. We were seated promptly, the waitstaff was attentive without being clingy, My wife's Margarita was as expected, EXCELLENT. We have had some of the new dishes, but the CW Special will always be my "go to" dinner. Price is more than reasonable for what you get and the taste is incredible. If you want a true taste of Houston Mexican Food Molina's is it!!! The cheese enchilidas are great too. I eat a lot of Mex food and can honestly say the gravy on Molina's is the best! Do yourself a favor and make the trip to Molina's, drag a couple of friends along too.They'll thank you.
- Pros: Great Margaritas, Amazing food
- Cons: Not across the street from my house
The Details on Molina's Cantina
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Carte Blanche, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Margaritas, Lunch Spot, Happy Hour
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Message from Molina's Cantina
- Quintessential Tex-Mex
- Handcrafted Margaritas
- Relax on Palapa-Covered Patio
Molina's newest incarnation in the hottest eatery area in town, Washington Avenue Corridor, has one of the coolest patios around. Sit beneath the thatched palm roof and sip margaritas with friends while digging into a big bowl of their legendary Jose's Dip (creamy queso with a heaping of spicy taco meat). No matter what you order you'll get complimentary hot corn tortilla chips, three kinds of salsa and escabeche (lightly pickled carrots, onions and jalapenos), plus a sugary praline with the check.
On the menu, there is great old fashioned Tex-Mex, the kind the Molina family has been cooking up since 1941, (think big nacho plates, cheesy enchiladas, crispy tacos and fantastic combo platters), as well as new lighter offerings including mesquite-grilled fajitas, redfish, shrimp and quail.
