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Tila's Mexican Restaurante & Bar

1111 S Shepherd Dr
Houston, TX 77019
Phone: (713) 522-7654
Tila's Mexican Restaurante & Bar
Price:
$
Cross Street:
McDuffie Street
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-11pm , Fri 11am-2am , Sat 11am-2am, Sun 10am-11pm

Message from Tila's Mexican Restaurante & Bar

Tila's Mexican Restaurante & Bar

"Best Tequila List In Houston!"

  • Authentic Mexican Cuisine
  • Over 60 Premium Tequilas
  • Breakfast Sat-Sun 11 am - 3 pm

Since the mid 80s, Tila's has challenged the boundaries of traditional Mexican cuisine with inspired, age-old family recipes. From brie cheese and pear quesadillas to tequila-marinated salmon with kiwi and mango slices, the cuisine is anything but predictable. Only the vivid imagination and tequila-inspired tastes of Tila's could conjure up such extraordinary fare. Favorites include Salmon Borracho, Filet Mignon, Chiles en Nogada, and our signature marinated Chilean Sea Bass. The patio is a perfect retreat for the neighborhood crowd to unwind after a long, weekend shopping or as a precursor to the night ahead. With homemade, all natural margaritas and a selection of over 60 premium tequilas, patrons will be inspired to do absolutely nothing at all. Tila's is warm, friendly and comfortable without any pretensions. From our family to yours come and enjoy!

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Editorial Review for Tila's Mexican Restaurante & Bar – by Robin Barr Sussman

The Scene
Take it to Tila's tiny terra-cotta adobe for smooth margaritas and earthy, Santa Fe-style ambience. Expect a well-heeled clientele who are comfortable forking over extra pesos to hang in their element and nosh on designer Mexican food.

The Food
Sophisticated eating starts with rosy, tequila-marinated smoked salmon or rich nutmeg-laced corn and carrot bisque. Don't let the poorly dressed ensalada No. 1 derail you. Keep it complex with engaging (albeit uneven) mains: stuffed chicken endive or spicy pork tenderloin medallions with basil-mint pesto. Or go traditional with tangy, chili-sauced spinach enchiladas and smoky black beans, deftly prepared chili rellenos, or generous tortas stuffed with roasted carnitas and the works. Finish with the dubious sounding but decadent ancho fudge pie or cinnamon-kissed Mexican hot cocoa--both wickedly warming.

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Insider Tips

What to Drink

'Ritas are smashing--rocks or martini-style. Also, count on affordable wines by the glass.

Know Before You Go

It's easy to miss this hidden turn on the Shepherd curve (across from Backstreet Cafe). Look for the giant dragonfly on the building. Parking is tight; use valet.

User Reviews for Tila's Mexican Restaurante & Bar

Citysearch (31), Dine.com (2 ), All (33)

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

05/16/2008 Posted by iheart2eat

My husband and I decided to give this "backyard Mexican patio"-themed restaurant a chance and try something new. We were greatly disappointed in the service and the food. We waited about 10 minutes before a waitress asked us for our drink order and by that time were ready to give her our full order. We both ordered lemonades, which took 10 minutes to be made and delivered to us (they didn't taste freshly made, so not really sure what the hold up was). Additionally, it took 20-25 minutes more to receive our lukewarm entrees (yuk!) and the food was covered in what appeared to be carrot shavings :-/ We ordered more lemonade (I know, bad idea)... But, the waitress completely forgot about them (yay, didn't have to pay for 'em!). Needlesstosay, the owner was outside the whole time and decided to pay more attention to one customer that interested her instead of her dissatified customers! Don't order the lemonade!

Pros: Nada

Cons: Nice neighborhood...

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

04/14/2008 Posted by cigarsandscotch

After considering the lukewarm reviews, we still decided to try the patio on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.This was a HUGE mistake.We waited 25 minutes for service and decided to leave. There were only three tables occupied and no reason for this rediculous laziness. I would never recomend this overpriced dump.

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Parking,noise,service,value

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Insider Tips

What to Drink

'Ritas are smashing--rocks or martini-style. Also, count on affordable wines by the glass.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 11am-11pm
  • Fri 11am-2am
  • Sat 11am-2am
  • Sun 10am-11pm

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Discover
  • Diners Club
  • Visa

Cuisines

  • Mexican

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Catering
  • Family Style
  • Lunch Spot
  • Date Spot
  • Brunch
  • Business Dining
  • Private Rooms
  • Bar Scene
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Dine at the Bar
  • People Watching

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