Pappasito's Cantina

A local favorite for affordable Tex-Mex feasts in a festive atmosphere.

(888) 625-4244

11831 East Fwy
Houston, TX 77029 29.772603 -95.228837

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Neighborhoods: Northshore, Northeast

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Pappasito's Cantina

Pappasito's Cantina

What People Are Saying About Pappasito's Cantina

The Owner

Pappasito's Cantina

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Pappasito's Cantina, a Tex-Mex favorite, has been voted Number One Mexican Restaurant repeatedly in publications across Texas. Pappasito's is famous for Texas-size portions of sizzling fajitas, margaritas and some of the best chips and salsa north of the Rio Grande! We always have great specials at Pappasito's - visit our website to see our current offers http://www.pappasitos.com.

The Editor

Contributor

Citysearch

In Short – Brace yourself for the noise, circus-like atmosphere and, during peak times, a long wait for a table. None of which has discouraged diners who have made this chain popular in Houston. Who can fault sizzling platters the size of manhole covers, great value and seemingly indefatigable service? Tortilla soup, Pappasito's famous fajitas and shrimp diablo are all worth a try. If strolling mariachis who sing "La Bamba" every five minutes get tiresome, escape to the pleasant patio. –

1 Star Rating: Poor

03/17/08

To Go Service is Consistently Off the Mark

by anamichele at Citysearch

I have called in to go orders 3 times over the last 6 months and not once has it gone smoothly.

First there was the long wait time of over 10 minutes to get to the person to take the order. The hold music and advertising was maddening. I could tell they kept picking up the phone and putting me back on hold because they were too busy to take my order. I was on my cell phone so I was loving the minutes that were racking up since the restaurant is not in my network ;) Anyway the phone displayed over 12 minutes of call time before I got to the person to take my order.

2nd trip, there was the 15 minute wait beyond the estimated pickup time. They told me the order would be ready at a certain time, I was there within 5 minutes of that time. I had to wait an additional 15 minutes beyond that, which is when I think they actually starting cooking the order. Good thing I had a book with me.

3rd and final trip was the final straw because not only did I have to wait beyond the wait time provided, the dessert that was a special request by my guests to whom I was bringing the dinner was missing . When I asked where the dessert was, the girl told me that they don't have that dessert anymore and had not for months. That was odd since I had just had it the week prior. I told her I wished I had known as I might have made different arrangements. Here is where she started digging her grave, she said she tried to call but I didn't answer, and I said really I did not receive the call and there are no messages or missed calls. She stumbled around and said that she could not leave a message because it said it was not a working number. I then asked, which was it I did not answer the phone or it was not a valid number? She finally blurted out "ok" I didn't call, we don't have the dessert what more do you want from me?". I told her and her manager all I wanted was the truth and not to be patronized. I would no longer return.

  • Cons: Take out, Wait Time, Quality of Food, Staff Performance
4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/27/08

GREAT fajitas!

by sarahbrowneyes at Citysearch

Pappasitos has the best fajitas I have ever had (and I love fajitas). The charro beans there are also my favorite. The thing that drives me insane when I go to Pappasitos is their rendention of Happy BIrthday. It is incredibly loud and obnoxious and needs to be toned down. The drinks are overpriced and if you order the cheaper margaritas, you get what you pay for. The platinum is much better but also way too expensive.

  • Pros: Great food
  • Cons: Overpriced drinks, noise, OK service
3 Star Rating: Average

02/03/04

A bit pricey

by anurse1313 at Citysearch

Great food, it's just a bit expensive... Plan on heading over early if it's dinner time!

The Details on Pappasito's Cantina

Category:

Restaurants, Banquet Rooms, Catering

Payment Methods:

American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Group Dining, Live Music, Happy Hour, Bar Scene

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Mexican

Message from Pappasito's Cantina

Pappasito's Cantina, a Tex-Mex favorite, has been voted Number One Mexican Restaurant repeatedly in publications across Texas. Pappasito's is famous for Texas-size portions of sizzling fajitas, margaritas and some of the best chips and salsa north of the Rio Grande! We always have great specials at Pappasito's - visit our website to see our current offers http://www.pappasitos.com.

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