Lively branch of a family-run cantina chain known for its margaritas & hearty Tex-Mex dishes.
"Launched by the same family that brought Houston the Original Ninfa’s, El Tiempo is similarly known for its potent margaritas and sizzling fajita platters. Choose between the standard beef, chicken, spicy shrimp, or veggie fajitas, or amp things up with filet mignon, salmon fajitas with mango chimichurri, or seared spicy ahi tuna topped with mole. Take it to the next level with fajita add-ons, like the “la tana,” a mixture of serrano peppers, garlic, and cheese." - Brittany Britto Garley
"Mostly a large bar counter—great for anyone traveling solo—the local restaurant group-owned serves the usual classics like frozen margs, fajitas, and salsa-smothered plates. Stay for a while or, like everyone else, take something to go and eat it awkwardly in your lap at your flight’s gate." - Chelsea Thomas
"El Tiempo is a noteworthy restaurant located in the Westchase area of Houston." - Megha McSwain
"Jumbo lump crab gets the Tex-Mex treatment at El Tiempo where quesadillas are crafted with lump crab and bacon and jumbo lump crab enchiladas — or “enchies” — are gooey with white cheese and mariscos cream." - Megha McSwain
"Troy Guard, chef, Guard and Grace: I like El Tiempo Cantina and Tampico. They both kill it!" - Amy McCarthy