Irma's Southwest

Hands down the BEST Mexican food we’ve ever had!! In town for Astros game and walked in shortly after opening. Quickly greeted by hostess and the owner, Louis, who is the son of the original Irma’s. After Louis found out we’re huge fans of Mexican food, he asks to cook for us today and proceeds to present an array of tasty dishes. From the house lemonade to lentil soup and main courses not on the menu, based on each of mine and my husband’s favorite dishes. We were so stuffed, we unfortunately did not have room for dessert. It was all amazing. Louis is the best host and has a wonderful restaurant. Will return every time we’re in Houston!!

The food here was really good. I had some queso, some guac, and their salsa to start. I decided to get the burger since I was interested in the Nilgai and I’m glad I tried it! It was quite good. You could tell it wasn’t cow beef but they made a great burger out of it. High price for a fairly normal portion; that’s downtown for ya! I personally don’t really like the downtown scene. Parking sucks. Ambiance wasn’t great. Very loud. Other than that, I’m happy with the service and food.

Customer service is great! Clean area. Consider a fancy restaurant. $50 for lunch. Food taste good. Fajitas is great. Request a spicy sauce it's awesome. The tea is awesome too! Pure fruits no sugar.

Had lunch. Atmosphere and service were great. Salsa was particularly good and flavorful without too much heat. Had the wild game plate for an entree. Enjoyed my meal and would eat here again.

From the moment we walked into Irma’s Southwest, we were treated like family. The atmosphere was vibrant, welcoming, and full of character exactly what you hope for in a true Texas gem. The food was absolutely phenomenal, every bite packed with flavor and clearly made with care. What made the experience even more special was Louis Galvan himself. Not only did he personally greet us, but he also cooked for us! His hospitality, warmth, and passion for what he does truly set the tone for the entire visit. You can feel the love in both the food and the service. If you’re looking for a place with top-notch food, an unforgettable atmosphere, and a host who genuinely cares, Irma’s Southwest is it. We’ll definitely be back!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Irma's Southwest, and it was an experience to remember. I opted for the Maria Silva's platter, while my Hubby enjoyed the carnitas, and both dishes were simply superb. The flavors were authentic, and the portions were just right, leaving us both fully satisfied. What made our visit even more special was the exceptional service. Andy, the manager, ensured that we were well taken care of, and the entire staff was attentive and friendly. Everything was spot on, from the warm welcome to the attentive service throughout our meal. Irma's Southwest has been our spot for a while, and we definitely will continue to return. Highly recommend!

Delicious! We ordered the Combo #1 and Blackened Shrimp Enchilada. Both were yummy. As neither are fans of excess of spice, we ordered a side of sour cream and any extra spicy flavoring on the side. Definitely worth the cost. Our waiter, Marco, was helpful and attentive and suggested things that matched our needs. We would love to come back!

I went to Irma's with my family of 4. no menu was offered only who I can only assume to be the owner or manager telling us what they offer. After we placed our order, it came out and was not completely correct. Not wanting to make a fuss because the establishment was packed, we ate our food. After we were finished I asked one of the staff for our check. After several times asking for the check, the same owner/manager came by and took my credit card without giving me an itemized bill. Again, it was busy and I was trying to be accomodating. When I got the slip back to sign, I noticed the bill was over $200 for 4 people. No one had any alcohol, it was all food and lemonade. When I asked for an itemized bill, I waited 15 minutes before I got up and went looking for the manager/owner. Once I found him, he handed me a bill but I had no idea how to read it. Needless to say I will not be returning to Irmas. Word of advice, ask for the prices of the food and get an itemized statement before you pay.

I will say the food here was very good although a bit expensive. I dined here with my coworkers who also enjoyed their meals. We started with Houston's favorite guacamole. And it was very good with a little touch of lime. Yum. I ordered the sea bass bc I already had a lot of southwest foods. My fish was excellent. It was served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. Sangria is not on the menu but it's available. $18 for a glass and not my favorite sangria either. Oh well. Service was good but not great.

I came here after the Astros game and it was packed with so many fans!! We started with the queso and guac. Both were really good but the guac is made fresh to order and was probably my favorite. I had the shrimp tacos which had a little spice to it but was very flavorful. Rice comes on the side which wasn't that great but the tacos made up for it. Highly recommend this spot for those who are downtown and looking for a great spot to dine before or after a game. It offered a great casual atmosphere

The food was amazing. I had the Antelope for the first time and it was great. Our server was friendly and engaging. I will definitely go back.

Amazing, friendly service and delicious food! Usually I tell my BF which salsa is better, but today it was BOTH. Definitely recommend!

Terrific place! Great food! I had their Chilean sea bass entree and I'm still dreaming about it two weeks later. Manager was super friendly and came out and talked to the customers. The bartender ( we sat at the bar) was super friendly and polite. You could tell everyone really wanted you to have a nice time up there establishment. Bathrooms were nice, location was great, food was phenomenal. They have specialty cocktails, a great menu, and wonderful service. Everyone was so nice.

I came here for a huge 18 person work group dinner and the service was astounding! Our waitress was on it for describing the food, being attentive, and getting us what we needed even before we asked. Our drinks were always filled and service overall great. The food was delicious too! For apps, we got multiples of the Diablo shrimp, guacamole, and queso. All three apps were good. The enchiladas I ordered were also good. The food overall was good and ambiance was nice as well, I'm just knocking a star off since I'm not sure if it's worth the higher price tag for Tex-Mex food. Overall though a good experience!

Alright let's start off with the service. There are no menus. So they sit there and list everything super fast. Not a fan of that. Also when we got sat it was "what do yall want" not very welcoming. The guy was kind of rude the whole time and not very polite or anything like that. EXPENSIVE!!! I get homemade. But it was just sketchy. He put everything on one ticket without even asking. Then told one of us gratuity was included. (Which on the receipt it looked like it was) then told one of the guys that it wasn't. For a cheese dip that was like 4 oz and two medium margaritas (which may I add my bf broke out in a rash from which has never happened) it was almost $40 !!!! Would never go back here. Not good service, not communicative. Edit: this may have been posted to the wrong location. This was the location in walking distance from Minute Maid. I see the other pics but it didn't look like what we had experienced.

Food was very good and the staff was very attentive. It's nice they have a bar on one side and a restaurant on the other, depending on what you're looking for. Would definitely come back.

Margaritas were good. The guacamole and salsa were also good. I had the Antelope Enchiladas and they were absolutely delicious. The others in our party were also raving about the Chile Rellenos. I would have no reservations about eating here again.

The ambiance is fantastic. Great for social or even big groups. Food was fantastic. You get complementary chips and two salsas. I order queso additional was great! Highly recommend the fajitas so good and flour tortillas. The drinks hand down the bartender was awesome. I like a very good foam espresso martini and that's what I got. Give it a try it won't disappoint and give those tamales a try.

Just had a phenomenal meal with even better service. Ate a late lunch inside while watching some NCAA basketball. The spiked lemonade and shrimp tacos (flour tortilla) were the ticket. Grabbed our cocktails after eating and headed outside for their live music. Couldn't have asked for a better afternoon.

It was great!!! Food, service, ambience were all amazing! You should definitely go there if you are looking for a great authentic Mexican food restaurant.

I'm giving two stars because the staff did try to make things right, and others at our table enjoyed their meals. However, I had the worst beef fajitas I've ever had. The texture was strange, almost like sausage, and the flavor was completely off. Honestly it tasted like the cheap pre marinated ones from H-E-B. I made one taco and wouldn't make myself to eat any more. Even though the dish was over $30, I was fine stopping and letting it go to waste. Out of curiosity, I asked two family members (who liked their food) to try it, and they were both shocked by how bad it was. When our waitress asked how everything was, I was honest, and she sent over a plain clothed man (who didn't introduce himself) to talk to me. He sat next to me and the first thing he asked was, "Where are you from?" It felt like he was suggesting I didn't like the food because I wasn't from Houston. He explained they had served over 300 orders the day before without complaint and that he tasted it today and it tasted fine. He did apologize and was very polite, but the conversation very subtly made it feel like the issue was with me, not the food. They did remove the fajitas from our bill and offered a free tres leches cake, which I appreciated. Still, as he left, he tapped my shoulder repeatedly with his knuckles, I guess to make me feel like he's taking care of me but how hard he was doing it made it feel like he was frustrated with my opinion. It didn't hurt or anything but it was weird. Look, in the end, they tried to make things right, and succeeded in some ways but fell short in others. I was the only one at our table who had a bad meal, but that and the strange reaction to it by the staff we felt that this place was bad enough that we won't be back, and we won't recommend this place to others. It felt like if you don't like the food, then you are the reason.

One of my favorite Mexican food restaurants. Family owned and operated by great people.

Do not go here unless you want to get scammed. Don't get me wrong food and service was good but no menu was made available to us. When we finally paid we ended up with a 330 dollar bill for fajitas for 4 people, lemonades and two appetizers. I asked for an itemized bill and they gave me a receipt with a long list of charges on it with no description of what each charge was for. Make sure you ask what the prices are otherwise you end up paying steakhouse prices for enchiladas!!

A great change of pace restaurant if you're a fan of Irma's Original on the other side of the ball park. A much more upscale look and feel as well as a set menu. Service is always impeccable here. The staff are super friendly and make a point to get you anything you need. The place can get packed if you're here on an Astros game day, and you'll need to pay for parking if you haven't already. The game day vibe can't be beat though! The food and drinks are slightly over priced for Mexican Food, but you're downtown and the quality is very and consistent. There are wild game options and some Mexican traditional plates. The cocktails are great and you can't leave here without trying the the homemade Lemonade. Will continue to come here for a long time, love the owners and the food.

Was a fan of the original Irma's. The new location has a more modern upscale vibe. Solid choice for workday lunch or pregame for an Astros game. If you are indecisive like me, combo #1 is your best friend, which comes with a shrimp taco, beef fajita and cheese enchilada. Their menu is on the pricier side for Mexican food, but the quality and flavor of food and drink is always consistent and good.

I went in the middle of the day when there were only a few people dining. I sat at the bar and was served pretty quickly. The food was the lowlight of this experience. The queso and quesadilla were not great. I probably won't be back but it was a cute spot to grab a late afternoon lunch.

Very nice higher end Mexican dining experience. The ambiance is more of an elegant casual. Someplace to take your date or anniversary occasion. Place exudes class. The food is top notch, flavorful and well presented. The Guacamole appetizer is about the best I've ever had. It tastes a good as it looks. The Salmon was delicious. Well cooked and spiced just right. The number 1 combo was pretty close to perfect. Beef fajitas were tender and tasty. Enchilada was sublime. Shrimp taco was overly spicey but still had a good flavor. Will easily be back. Service was great and friendly.

Excellent service and food! Highly recommend! Andrea was the sweetest server and Louis the owner even came by to check on us ! We love dining here !

True Mexican...had the fajitas and presentation was unique. Good flavorful. Price: a bit expensive but quality costs.

We were in town for the game and stopped for late breakfast early lunch, sat at the bar, it's a bit pricey but food was excellent and service was great

We were having a relaxing dinner and waiting for our full party to arrive. We ordered drinks and appetizers and were just having a relaxing evening. We were about to order a large food order and another round of drinks. The waitress then decided that we had been there long enough and proceeded to say we needed to leave. The rest of the party sat down and ordered drinks and appetizers. At this point, we felt so unwelcome and just chose to leave. We spent $170 on our drinks and appetizers alone and were going to spend a lot more for our dinner. However, we just left. The waitress lost out on a much bigger opportunity. We will not go back and do not recommend if you want to relax and have a bigger party!

I can't believe I didn't take any photos of this place or my food so you'll just have to take my word for it. Our server was SO good! She promised us we wouldn't regret the elk and shrimp enchiladas and she was right! We also ordered the guacamole and queso and it was excellent quality and made from scratch. The restaurant was pretty with big open windows with a view of downtown and didn't feel super crowded. We had a great time talking and enjoying our meal.

I really was excited to try this place out and even had someone ask me to let them know how it was......yeah I don't normally review places. only unless they are super great or super bad. I give praise where it's due but the hype of this place might be a bit over exaggerated. First off the ambiance is very nice I'll give you that and the service was fairly fast. But where you failed was the the child sized portion of the beef fajitas that tasted very mediocre. It's sad that you call that Mexican cuisine, I would compare it with a very overpriced taco cabana in all honesty. For you guys leaving these reviews on how great the food tasted pfff clearly you guys haven't had better Mexican food. I guess it's the convenience of this place. This was a one and done for me & in good conscience wouldn't recommend to anyone. But if you have more money then sense then have at it!

The food was amazing and the drinks were great. The service was quick and I liked the outside patio area.

Menu had no prices and the food was expensive and not worth it!! Don't go here! They will take advantage of you. Will never go back....

Love this place!!! Food was amazing and so was the service. I can't wait to go back for dinner with my group of friends as we pre game before our next girls night out !!

Just before a Houston Astros game the restaurant can be busy, but finding a seat at the bar is also fun. Eric our bartender/ waiter was very attentive. The Mexican espresso martini was very nice. We shared a blackened shrimp enchiladas which was very flavorful. The ambiance was lively and somewhat loud ,but having a conversation was very easy. There are an assortment of beers on tap to include Modela especial. Very happy we stepped in.

Honestly I was not impressed . not a huge amount of choices, the queso was a tiny bowl for $12 and about 2 spoonfuls per person ( 4 guys) I really felt there was little to no taste with the mole and overall I would never come back...

We had a lovely time at Irma's Southwest...but what is it with local establishments just closing early for the heck of it? They were supposed to close at 10pm, I'm glad we went around 8:15. As they were telling people they were closing. I had heard about this place, the "original" on Diners Drive Ins and Dives. We stayed walking distance to here, so this won out. I'm torn but the food was good, just pricey. I had shrimp tacos that were amaze balls. Husbo had chicken enchiladas. Margaritas were basic. We ended up finishing up with Coronas though. The staff was friendly, and I feel like maybe this area (since it's so close to the ballpark) might be hit or miss with business. It was okay. I'd go again if I was nearby.

Now this place is an absolute gem! Open for lunch only and no menus! But what you get is fresh made, old family recipes and bomb flavor! I got the fish tacos with mahi mahi and their family seasoning and OMG was it off the charts good! The salsa and queso they bring is off the charts good as well! Definitely a must hit! The owners couldn't be friendlier and the food is so fresh and so outstanding! Literally no menus they tell you what they have that day! Everything about this place is awesome!

Tonight was our first visit and it definitely exceeded expectations for both food and service. We were there with friends we had not seen for several years and the ambiance was conducive to conversation. The service was gracious and friendly. I especially enjoyed the cheese enchilada as well as the rice which was a notch above usual Mexican rice.

We were here for brunch on Saturday. Nice ambiance restaurant. Food was ok nothing out of ordinary. Service was very nice . It's right in downtown area.

I know the location is great if grabbing a bite before the game - but this food & service was way less than par.

We, a group of five, knew from the first appetizer that this was going to be a great food experience! The warm, fresh corn tortillas (chips) were served endlessly with two different salsa's that were beyond any salsa we have ever had. The guacamole was also excellent. The steak for fajitas was top quality and everyone's meals were home runs! Even the drinks were something to rave about. Ambiance was beautiful and upscale. This is unlike most Mexican restaurants. Fine dining experience. The service was extraordinary. Top notch with several people attending to our table. Very attentive and anticipated your needs! The entire staff was exemplary. We would like to call out Andy in particular who greeted us at the front door, checked in with us during the meal, and spent time with us after the meal. We stayed almost until closing and we were told how welcome we were to keep our table. A great time was had by all which made for a special evening.

The good: decor is upscale and higher-end. No dress code being enforced as I show up in scrubs. Love the fireplaces outside. Service was nice. The facts: Shrimp tacos were just ok. Guac was def not Best in Houston like the menu boasts. I'd come again if invited but I have other fav Tex-mex spots.

Went there on January 20 and ordered just an appetizer to share with my wife and I. Didn't order an entree. They charged us a $10 split fee. For basically two tortillas (Quesadillas) it cost $33.00. They weren't that good anyway. We won't be ever going back.

Amazing quality food. We were visiting from out of town. We were there as they opened on a slow day and they suggested customizations to try the different specialties of the restaurant. It's pretty expensive but worth it! They have nice outdoor dining too.

Decent place. Staff was polite and attentive. Food was good, I just wasn't blown away enough to give a fifth star. It's food. You won't be disappointed, you won't be impressed.

Came here on a Friday night around 5pm. Since the weather is getting better we sat outside. Service was very quick Matthew was attentive and always there if you needed anything. We got the shrimp tacos and the enchiladas. Both were good especially the rice!

Irma's Southwest was such a wonder experience, I am so glad I had lunch here on my quick trip to Houston. I ordered the Combo #1 which comes with a shrimp taco, rice, salad, flour tortilla, cheese enchilada and beef fajita meat. It was the perfect combo and I was able to try a bunch of my favorite Tex-Mex items. Their ingredients were fresh and the food was cooked so well, full of flavor. The service was wonderful, atmosphere was great. We had a group of 8 and we were seated immediately. The restaurant gets a lot of sunlight which I love. The restaurants were spacious and clean. I highly recommend Irma's for your next Tex-Mex carving!

Great dinner experience all around! Very friendly and informative staff. And delicious food! I had two cheese enchiladas, they were so good! The sauce was delicious! And their lemonade is also very tasty! We will definitely be back.

Really sad that I was so disappointed with our visit here yesterday when we came for a birthday meal. Of all places, we knew Irma's was our choice. It won't be any longer. I wholeheartedly loved Irma's when it was across the street at the previous location. I loved it before it got its glamorous transformation. I loved it from the start! However, I now feel betrayed haha!! The atmosphere at this new place is completely different from the previous. And yes, unfortunately, it does seem that the prices have increased too. I always thought the prices were high but worth it. Not anymore. They are definitely catering to a more specific customer base now, forgetting about us who loved them when they weren't glitzy and weren't catching everyone else's eye. Also, sad to find out that you don't get chips and salsa anymore. Cause let me tell ya, they had some of the best!! Ahh mixed feelings.

Pregame for the Astros today and plus we were starving! Found this beautiful locale of Irma's and we had to stop. We started with Irma's Margarita and Honey had DP. OH Sweet Heavens Above... It was perfect! Refreshing but not overly sweet, just right! With the gorgeous weather it is a perfect fit! I ordered chicken quesadillas for my meal and Honey had the BW Burger. This presentation was over the top amazing! We absolutely were surprised! Yum yum to the Nth degree Yum!!! ABSOLUTELY WILL BE BACK!!!

Our first visit to Irma's and it was wonderful! We were in Houston for a concert at Toyota Center and wanted to a bite to eat before the show. We walked into the restaurant and they were playing the band we would see later (nice touch). My husband ordered the margarita which was perfect and I ordered the Ranch Water which not only presented so perfect, it was probably the best Ranch Water I've ever had. I ordered the grilled fish tacos with the Chipotle sauce on the side. Excellent food and presentation! Wait staff was so nice and friendly. We stopped for an espresso martini at the bar on our way out and it did not disappoint. Looking forward to returning on my next visit to Houston.

This is a lunch favorite because it's one of the remaining restaurants in downtown with the "fancy" vibe open for lunch. They have a few combo options as well as usual tex mex selections. Dishes are in the $20-30 range (you're paying for their rent, not the quality of food, in my opinion). The food is fine, nothing you will remember on a cold winter day or anything. The best thing I've had off the menu was their burger, but that's a whopping $22 for burger and fries. The best thing here are their wedge fries.. Honestly I'd recommend some more legit Mexican restaurants if they were within walking distance, but if you're driving to come here to eat, there are much better priced and tasty options within the loop.

Irma's has changed dramatically, both in price and ambiance. The atmosphere is a lot more classy and the food consists of a very unique flare on Mexican food. I was impressed with the extensive variety of wild game combinations throughout the menu. I was very excited and pleased with the taste and quality of the axis. The sausage on the wild game combo is fantastic. We came to Irma's before the Astros game and felt a little under dressed given the classy ambiance but we were surrounded by others dressed for the game so we did not feel completely out of place. Our server Quinton shared extensive knowledge of the menu while incorporating much appreciated humor. His upbeat and humorous personality is a trait I wish more serves exhibited. Overall first impressions were great. While I feel like the overall price point of the menu is a little high I will definitely be back for more Axis.

I have been here twice and loved it both times. The staff, drinks, food all of it had been 100% both visits. It's a great place to pre-game for the Astros! Bonus points, masks are optional when you enter.