Mamacita's

Mexican restaurant · Willowbrook

Mamacita's

Mexican restaurant · Willowbrook

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19831 Northwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77065

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Mexican & Tex-Mex classics, cocktails, festive family-friendly space  

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19831 Northwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77065 Get directions

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19831 Northwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77065 Get directions

+1 281 469 3663
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$10–20 · Menu

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Andrew Shen

Google
Lunch special portion is slightly small but food is delicious. Got chicken fajita enchiladas (#8). Chips and salsa are great too.

Yore

Google
Came here for a birthday, service was pretty good given it was a party of 9. Food didn't take long to come out. My partner and I got Enchiladas Suizas and Chicken Nachos. The enchiladas were gone the second it touched the table, the nachos were not that bad but I will say the chicken was a little dry. I'd definitely come back and try different things on their menu but overall a great experience at this mexican restaurant.

Westside T

Google
Nice restaurant. Servers were good. Tortilla chips appeared to be pre-packaged or from a box. Pre-made. Chili-con-queso was good, but - very thick... Excellent guacamole. The lunch beef quesadillas were prepared nicely, but - the beef fajita meat was lacking flavor. With a few corrections, this will continue to be a popular location.

Darline Quiles

Google
We had my sister in law’s life celebration dinner in the back patio. It turned out beautiful. The three managers Leo, Martin, Yaya and their kind and amazing staff made our event the highlight of the day. The food was delicious and margaritas refreshing. I highly recommend anyone doing a special event to book this place. . This is our second life celebration here at this Mamasitias. Take a look at the photos how beautiful it all planned out. Greatly appreciate the managers and staff. Thank you for everything.

Kim McManus

Google
After passing the colorful bottle water feature, we were quickly seated and served. The food was quite delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed the stuffed avocado dish with rich cheese, chicken and beef. The pineapple jalapeno margarita has just the right amount of kick and sweet.

D Low

Google
I forgot the waiter's names, (Jeff maybe?) but this older gentleman with a British accent and his trainee waited on my fiance and I the other day when we went in for lunch and they were AWESOME! So friendly, so helpful, and just all-around good banter! It wasn't that busy at the restaurant so our waiter/waitress had time to chit chat with us for a little while and it was great. The food was amazing as usual, and you can't beat those fresh handmade tortillas! If I had one inkling of a complaint, it would be that as good as the quesadillas are, I wish they would add more cheese! Usually about an inch to an inch and a half all the way around the quesadilla is nothing but tortilla. Normally I would order the quesadilla to go and add my own cheese to it at home to make it a perfect quesadilla, but the flavor is so good and the meat is of such good quality that I still buy their quesadillas here. All in all, it's great food, great service, and great atmosphere!

Louis Salinas

Google
Returned to the restaurant after a to-go order was missing an item, along with a couple of minor issues. After speaking to the manager, he offered to replace the meal, which was very generous. The fajitas, by the way were well cooked and flavorful.

ADAM ALANI

Google
I had an outstanding experience with the food here – the quality is absolutely top-notch. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care and high-quality ingredients. From the first bite to the last, you could taste the difference. The presentation was beautiful, and everything was served at the perfect temperature. Whether you’re a foodie or just someone who appreciates a good meal, this place truly delivers on taste, quality, and satisfaction. Highly recommended!
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LaMecia M.

Yelp
Visited here for lunch. Give. That there are at least five other Mexican options within five minutes of this place, I wasn't surprised that it wasn't crowded. They start you with a soup which I think was chicken noodle. It felt a little odd but it was rainy that day so it fit the mood. I ordered one of the lunch specials featuring a cheese enchilada taco. It hit the spot but nothing about the recipe stood out to me and made me want more. The interior was spacious but the booths have definitely seen better days. Staff was friendly. Our server quickly closed our check and departed before we left but we didn't need anything else. It "wasn't bad" but in a city filed with Tex Mex options, I don't see myself making it back.
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Zach V.

Yelp
Been coming here for years and will continue to come here. Great food. Great service. The environment is very comforting and welcoming. I recommend this place to whoever reads this! Yaya is the best waitress in the world!
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Katrina T.

Yelp
Pretty good food for the price! I work in the area and frequent here for lunch. Had many work lunches and big parties here. They have a variety of lunch specials. I usually get the chicken flautas or the chicken Milanesa. In my opinion the chicken milanesa gives you a lot of bang for your buck. Staff is very friendly, most of the time they are quick but I have had experiences where it took quite a long time to get a server hand us our tickets. I've also had their margs, birria tacos, and queso before! All really good. Decent place to eat.
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Ryan S.

Yelp
My coworker ate here while in town for work. The fajitas were pretty good, the salsa was fantastic (especially the green one) and the margarita was even better. I'm a little surprised by the 3 star rating so I'm giving it 4. The bartender was attentive as well and we watched the Houston Rodeo which was going on from the bar. Great place. Would go back.
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Mo S.

Yelp
Spending the night in Houston, I've sampled every restaurant on this block over the past year, but this is my first visit to this Mexican spot! I absolutely loved it. It brought back some wonderful memories. The ambiance was very cozy, and the service was outstanding--every single server checked in to see if I needed anything, making it feel like a true team effort. The chips and salsa were delicious, perfectly warm and not too spicy. The Margarita Martini was refreshing, and the caldo de res tasted just like home!
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Anthony F.

Yelp
We had a total of 25 people for breakfast and lunch today after Mass. Andrea was INCREDIBLE I think I can speak for everyone she Handled everything like a pro from beginning to end. If you want the best service ask for Andrea you will not be disappointed I promise. Andrea thank you again you are amazing. Thanks Tony Ferraro
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Marie K J.

Yelp
Love-love it here! Sitting outside with my Artist buddy and having a blast! Ordered some guacamole and think I'll have the cheese enchilada plate! Muy Bueno! Josael, our waiter, is a real dreamboat!
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Donna C.

Yelp
My husband and I used to eat here EVERY Friday for several years. We even had our daughter's wedding rehearsal here back in 2016. It was so much fun, the food WAS good and the serving size generous. During Covid we continued to eat there and leave generous tips to help this restaurant (and others) stay afloat. NOW, since 2022, it's changed. It's not the same. I don't know if it's the GM or who has taken away the fun, the food quality and portion sizes or what, but we've tried going back several times -- we've moved on to other TexMex.
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Tom J.

Yelp
Had our worst experience of service there this morning. We went for our Sunday Menudo. We were seated and our drink orders taken as well meal. We recieved the drinks quickly. No chips and salsa were brought to the table so I asked if they changed the policy on chips and salsa serve said now and he would be right back with them 10 minutes passed. I asked what appeared to be the manager and chips were brought right away. We were now 15 minutes in and the customers were getting served all around us. But not menudo ever showed up after 35 minutes no waiter or manager ever showed back up I left 4 dollars for my wife's soda and we left
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LD L.

Yelp
Always great, dining in or delivery. Food is consistently good and service is always great. It's a large place so you don't feel squished together close to another table. Love their street corn and birria tacos. Charro beans are flavorful. And they do a great job packaging crispy tacos to go and for delivery. Everything is done separately so your shells don't get soggy on the way & you can put your taco together at home; nice & crispy still.
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Jared T.

Yelp
Always good food, service and atmosphere. Yaya is the best and always makes sure you're taken care of.
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Elida M.

Yelp
Every time I order take out they forget to give me my drink. Make sure to check the order every time you're here, because if it ain't the drinks, then I'll be the chips & salsa

Regina B.

Yelp
I personally don't like place. I ordered taco salad. The meat wasn't seasoned ,the lettuce was mixed greens .the service was on point .
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Natalie A.

Yelp
The service was phenomenal and the food was tasty. I had a fantastic dining experience at Mamacitas! The birria tacos were delicious, and the service was outstanding. The ambiance is family friendly, creating the perfect setting for a memorable meal. I appreciate the attention to detail and the friendly staff. Looking forward to returning soon!

H T S.

Yelp
Service was excellent on a busy Sunday lunch run. Tortillas are homemade and tasty. The combination beef and chicken fajitas were very good. I would eat here again !
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Ken A.

Yelp
The Mole poblano was excellent. They used chicken breast so no bones. Ask for a sample of the Mole if you aren't sure. I loved it!

Darrell B.

Yelp
The service today was horrible. The absolute worse waiter I have experienced. The margarita I tried to drink was just not good at all. Tasted like they use a cheap mixer and cheap to the tequila. Every time I have been here it has been good but this waiter today should not be allowed to wait tables. It will be a long time before I return. The waiter was told the margarita tasted horrible and he did not care one bit. May try again this summer.
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Santangelo G.

Yelp
The food was decent for the price , although there are some items i have a slight regret for ordering , such as the beef fajitas , they were under seasoned and a bit chewy. The flour tortillas are very good. :) Queso is not watered down here! Great consistency and tasty. The restaurant itself is nice , good seating not too crowded. The servers were nice and very polite. Service time was 6.7/10 we had to wait a bit too long for our drinks ( water, Tea) their salsa is pretty good too!!! the red salsa is to die for. I would return here only for their flour tortillas and red salsa. Maybe ill give something else a try? who knows....../:
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Joshua B.

Yelp
We always end up back here for Thirsty Thursday happy hour. The service is always friendly and they don't mind being a little social. There are some dishes I might prefer somewhere else, but dishes like the enchiladas suizas and the tampico grill are good. The Queso is good and the salsa is nice and warm. They don't mind substitutions, and happily bring me extra cilantro and a grilled jalapeno. The carne guisada is pretty good but not my favorite. The happy hour strawberry margaritas a pretty strong, and tasty!
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Sharonda D.

Yelp
My husband and I brought our little grand daughter here and we enjoyed it immensely! The food is absolutely delicious and the customer service was top notch! Their drinks are very good and strong for people who love strong drinks like myself. The menu has several items that you can choose from. They have a photographer that will take a picture of you and your family or friends if you so desire. It does cost to purchase the photos. Overall this restaurant has great customer service, great Mexican cuisine, cleanliness, and an exciting atmosphere. It's family oriented and feels like home, comfortable and relaxing! I highly recommend the beef, shrimp, and chicken fajita platter with rice and beans for the entree. I also recommend that you order the queso and guacamole to accompany the complimentary tortilla chips and salsa that they give you. It's delicious!

Jessica T.

Yelp
Good service! Love the different salsa options. Ask for the Habanero salsa if you're ready for some heat. Delicious food every time! Great place for family and friends.

Ryen B.

Yelp
Visiting from out of town for work. Asked the hotel receptionist for good margarita recs. She said here without hesitation. I will give it to her that the margaritas and food were tasty, but that's about the only good thing I experienced on my visit. A bar that seats 12 never had more than 6 people at it including me and it still took exceptionally long to even get a menu. I ordered the blackberry basil margarita which was phenomenal. The menu says on the rocks only, and I asked for it to be on the rocks, yet still ended up with a frozen one. I finished my whole large margarita slowly before I had to fetch the bartenders attention again for another drink and my food order. I then ordered a half order of nachos. Ground beef, white queso, pico de gallo. Very simple nacho order. Well the picture is what I received. Not ground beef, not white queso(cheese dip style), most certainly not pico. While they were still tasty, the lackluster customer service and negligence in order accuracy leaves a lot to be desired. Even as I sit here typing this I have not been asked how the food is, if I need anything, etc and there are only 4 other people at the bar. Thank you very much to the cooks BOH here because you're killing it. Maybe it was just an off night, I may return later this week and see if a table is maybe a different experience.

Jorge C.

Yelp
Alexia should be a waitress...she is amazing! Arturo, as always, gave us the best service!

Jerry P.

Yelp
Good and service was outstanding and tortillas were excellent! Excellent atmosphere Great service Beef Fajitas Highly recommend!
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Jan M.

Yelp
Food was good. However, I expected a more lively ambiance..... for a Mexican restaurant. Waiter was awesome.(I wish I could remember his name). Great service, though
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Carolina E.

Yelp
Recently prices were increased at this place while quality seems to have decreased. Back in the day you could order a Milanesa de pollo & it would be a piece as big as the plate for less than $15 Now its priced at $17 ? For this tiny , dry & tasteless piece of overcooked chicken. I used to love this place , the staff has always been kind & welcoming. Food was really disappointing the last couple times we've visited but I decided to give it one last try via Doordash & this is what I received. Sad to know I won't be returning again.
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Joe S.

Yelp
Mamacitas has a different definition of "Full Order" when it comes to their beef nachos...$12 for 8 corn chips with cheese and sprinkle of ground beef.
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Tammi T.

Yelp
It's always festive and friendly here. The food is always delicious! I ordered the San Antonio Enchiladas.
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Gary L.

Yelp
Meh at best- service again today lacked and the food was cold and greasy. Flautas we're flat and you could squeeze grease from it and the refried beans were glossy with all the grease that was sitting on top.
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Hannah R.

Yelp
Food was excellent, service was TRASH!!! My waiters name was Jose. He only came to initially take our order, which we were rushed. He wanted all the big tables and we were overlooked. No tip and he knows why. Thank you
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Olu D.

Yelp
It's a bit on the pricey side but for the service I experienced i feel it's worth it. The food I feel is quality as well. A nice place to eat when you want a change of pace from the ordinary. I love close by but only been a hand full of times. Each time I enjoy the service & fresh food. I usually go for breakfast/brunch but may need to try them for dinner sometime soon.

Breanna G.

Yelp
It's my first time here and this experience was extremely disappointing. Our waiter (new lady) got our order wrong, then dropped our food, by the time everyone finish their food- we had no one checking on us and had to ask for the manager to get an update on our food. After we asked for the manager we never saw our waiter again, she didn't apologize and once the food came out the order was still wrong... Overall I don't recommend this restaurant, very juvenile service, lazy customer service, and not professional.

Stephanie R.

Yelp
Quality of food has dropped tremendously, please do not come for breakfast their coffee is crap it taste like they were to lazy to change the coffee packet and just kept brewing the same one for a while, my kid asked for cranberry juice and was brought fizzy red soda (I have no idea what flavor). The barbacoa was slimy and greasy. They don't cook the over medium eggs well, it was more over easy than anything. Their food is overpriced for the poor quality. The menudo is crap it tastes like they dont wash the skin well. Their charro beans tastes old. I have no idea what the kitchen is doing but damn it's terrible. Never coming here again.

Jennifer S.

Yelp
We have been here a few times to dine in. Food and service have always been good. I ordered tortilla soup to-go. It was as good at home. I appreciated all they did to make my eating experience as good as home. Ambiance is warm and inviting. Typical upscale Mexican restaurant. We will definitely be returning.

Sheena G.

Yelp
They have roaches and the manager asked me how many did I see. I showed him the picture and he was unbothered. Not to mention I still had to pay for food that I completely did not want to eat.
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Brandon C.

Yelp
good food and service was great make sure you get the free queso fairly crowded on a saturday night tho

Gwen S.

Yelp
Great service, friendly staff, nice ambiance, fantastic food and drinks, employees (especially Gina, Jose, and Henry) went above and beyond our expectations. We will definitely be back to our new favorite Mexican restaurant. Dan & Gwen Schaneville

Adauto R.

Yelp
I ordered the carnitas. And my husband order the stuffed avocado. Both were really bad. Even the side dish of pinto beans and Mexican rice were not edible. Service was awful too. We will not be returning.
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Tony H.

Yelp
First of all i had stated some facts about this 2 star restaurant The service is 1 star at best we have to keep asking for straws, napkins and the mangocita that I had order I didn't even drink all of it. no taste at all but a whole lot of liquior The food is bland and no taste at all I am dare to compare this restaurant food to Taco bells. That is pretty bad. The only reason I even gave a 2 Stars is the chips and salsa. that saved the extra star otherwise it will be a 1 star for me. Will not return in the nearest future unless they do some major changes to the food and the service. For the high price you are paying with Chuys and other Mexican restaurant around they better watchout.
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April S.

Yelp
AMAZING FOOD. I ate their birria tacos. SO DELICIOUS!! The service was slow but overall great experience! Would definitely go the next time I'm in Houston!
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Kachelle J.

Yelp
OMG!! Finding this restaurant was the highlight for my love and I. We visited Clear Lake for a getaway. The restaurant was close to our hotel. The food was great! The Cadillac margarita was amazing. Only one did the trick! Several waiters tended to our needs! Great eating experience!
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Jennifer T.

Yelp
Food was decent, service can improve. There was a misunderstanding when asking about an item on the menu and when we asked who seemed to be the manager if we could exchange for what we originally wanted his answer was "what am I supposed to do with this food?" When he finally agreed to take the food back the waitress came back to double check how we wanted our food because she was told if she got it wrong again it was coming out of her paycheck. I didn't like that, not sure if she said it to make us feel bad or because her boss made her feel bad but that's not very professional.
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Lupe M.

Yelp
I come here for business lunches. There's never a wait during the day. Staff is friendly and attentive. Food is good but nothing really special. For the prices I would expect more but I don't complain as it's always business lunches and the company is paying for it. I've tried their flavored teas and won't get them again, stick to soda. Maybe one day I'll come by in the evening and check out their drink specials.
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Tiffani B.

Yelp
First time visiting this restaurant I don't really have the notion to go back. Our server was very polite and checked on us throughout our visit, however it took us 20 minutes to get our food and it was about 7 people in the restaurant. Our tea was not very sweet, my chicken on my Crispy Tacos was cold and my rice was warm. For having to wait so long I would think that the food would have been hot. Our server noticed that it took too long for our food and mentioned it to us and said that she talked to management about it. We went one hour before closing as my general rule of thumb so it would have explained why a lot of the workers were out cleaning the dining room. Too bad not that many people were in the kitchen cooking our food! The decor of the restaurant was very elegant and a good spot for a date night.
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A'Drenna J.

Yelp
This is one of the best Mexican Cantinas ever!!! Great atmosphere. Our waiter was the best!!! The margaritas were excellent!!! Clean, great staff and extremely friendly!! I would come everyday if I lived in Houston.
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Michelle F.

Yelp
Service was not good. They brought out fajitas without tortillas, had to wait and wait! Rice and beans were cold as a stone! Had to ask for our garlic butter, etc. And to top it all off waitress filled my husband's coke with tea. Very insulting that we only got the rice and beans taken off our bill! Last time we went no one ever came to the table to greet us, so we left. Never going there again! I don't want to give any stars but in order to leave a review, I have to at least give one star!
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Brett T.

Yelp
Okay, we normally come here quite frequently, Sunday nights for sure sitting at the bar, wanting to watch the football game. Staff is oblivious to what is on TV. Watching the "Masked Singer" and asking to change channel to football, no clue! Get one TV changed, the other 2, nope have no idea how to change them, Masked Singer it is! Oh, and we are back to luke warm beer from the tap, just like 3 months ago. Just notified we are out of charro beans as well. Time to re-evaluate our Sunday night dinner.

Lillian K.

Yelp
It really depends what you get to eat here. The chips are NOT good, the tortilla soup is bland, but the street corn and fajitas are good. The customer service is NOT good, our plates were slammed down and the servers were rude. All-over meh restraunt. Pretty.
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Abram R.

Yelp
Our waitress was very rude she did not acknowledge us and it was a party of seven will I ever come here again maybe whenever she's not here very bad customer service for this restaurant to have three stars