Steaks, Tex-Mex burgers, homemade tortillas & margaritas

























"A Deep Ellum take on nachos that deserves more appreciation: circular chips topped with refried beans, picadillo beef, and an even layer of shredded Monterey Jack and yellow cheddar, baked until the cheese melts into crispy, cheesy bites. Freshly sliced (not pickled) jalapeños elevate the dish; the only drawback noted was the lack of a guacamole scoop." - Courtney E. Smith

"This restaurant from the hospitality company behind HG Sply Co. and Leela’s Wine Bar doesn’t serve chips and salsa — instead, enjoy homemade flour tortillas with butter. This spot is part steakhouse, part Tex-Mex restaurant, and part comfort food for Texans. Keep it simple with the Tex-Mex here and go for the chicken fajitas (they are on a $10 lunch special on Fridays), the combo fajitas that come with a puffy taco, or beef picadillo nachos. Inside is full of warm wood, stained glass, and comfy booths. The patio is great, too, even though the back side opens to the passing DART trains. As a bonus, this Deep Ellum spot comes with built-in free parking in front of the Continental Gin Building. The original location is in Rockwall, if you’re interested in a little drive. It offers online orders." - Amy McCarthy

"For more of an urban patio, this is the spot. The vibes are perfect, with DART trains running by in the back and the tight, fun feel of the space. The bar has cool tile and neon lights — when the weather is right, it’s a wonderful place to be. Sit outside with a margarita and anything from the robust apps menu for a yap and a good time. There is ample parking in the lot around the Continental Gin building, and sometimes it offers valet." - Rachel Pinn


"A Tex-Mex spot that surprises with steakhouse touches: they make their own flour tortillas and serve them warm with butter as an appetizer instead of chips and salsa. Friday lunch offers a standout value — a $10 single-meat fajita plate (normally $25) — and the steak arrives sizzling and high-quality; the reviewer preferred the steak-only plate over a combo with chicken." - Courtney E. Smith

"This newly opened steak and Tex-Mex spot in Deep Ellum is a solid pick to try, with steak among the entree options on the menu." - Courtney E. Smith