XALISKO

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A True Taste of Jalisco! If you’re searching for authentic Mexican cuisine that captures the true essence of Jalisco, look no further than Xalisxo Mexican Cuisine! From the moment we stepped in, the ambiance transported us straight to Mexico — warm, traditional, and full of heart. Our waitress, Jade, was phenomenal. Every single one of her recommendations was out of this world! The panela cheese? Honestly, orgasmic! I’ve never experienced flavors so rich and perfectly balanced. Jade’s attention to detail and genuine care for our experience made us feel like family. And let’s talk desserts — Deni suggested the coffee flan, and wow… she did not disappoint. It was the perfect ending to an unforgettable meal. It’s been incredibly hard to find a place that truly honors the flavors and culture of Jalisco, but Xalisxo has done it. Thank you, Jade and Deni, for your incredible service and for making this such a memorable dining experience. We’ll definitely be back! Kudos to the chef !

We are visiting from Alabama and I wish we had a Mexican restaurant in our city with this much creativity. Every dish was beautiful and distinctive in flavor. The service by Oscar was impeccable, and we were honored to have Chef Beatriz visit our table. The atmosphere and decor were upscale, but it was a little loud that night and that’s the only small criticism I have. The live musicians were terrific though.

Xalisko, a new proposal to an undiscovered dimensio n in the mexican cuisines offerings of The Woodlands and surroundings. To be honest, giving it four stars feels a bit generous; a more grounded rating would be fair, though I can appreciate some of what it’s trying to achieve. The restaurant aims high, attempting to present complex and extraordinary Mexican cuisine. The chef revives traditional dishes with rich flavors that evoke pre-Hispanic roots and that I must be honest it achieves in some of the delivery variables. The presentation is beautiful—each dish looks like a carefully crafted landscape. However, many of the dishes ultimately lack depth, soul, and power. These are the kinds of recipes that demand mastery, and not all of them meet that standard. The menu is ambitious and leans on intricate techniques. It moves across regions—from the coast to the pastures, then to the underground cuisine, that distracts the appetite. I think, that this wide-ranging vision might feel a bit overreaching, pushing beyond what the kitchen team can realistically deliver. Still, the concept is thoughtfully constructed, with an intention to showcase the vibrant and varied flavors of Mexico. Generally speaking i think that it does delivered flavor and satisfaction, even if it didn’t surprise me. Execution lacks of consistency across some of the dishes, but certainly delivers by interbedding "quelites" (a pehispanic mix of vivid herbs) in some of the dishes opening a door to remembrance flavors that you could never find in the so called tex mex cuisine. Overall I could say that Xalisko is an original proposal to what it used to be back in the 1800s, The New Santander Territory, with basic mexican cuisine techiniques that in some ocasions might be presented a bit pretentious and will probably disappoint high standards palates but that would easily satisfy an average palate.

Very vivid place. Would definitely suggest the “crema de flor calabaza” soup appetizer, super creamy and delicious. I got the “echiladas rancheras” as my entree and they were good and the food was very filling. Been here about a few months ago but this place has definitely picked up traction and I enjoyed it a lot more this time around. Would suggest for anyone around wanting authentic Mexican cuisine. Ps: service is great, our waitress Karina was very kind and genuine.

Everything was great. Trompito was delicious and a lot of food. We got 11 tacos full of meat out of it. The Tamal de elote was really good too, sweet and corny. Service was great and place has a cool vibe and atmosphere.

I brought my clients here to celebrate their closing day, and it was the perfect spot! 🥂 The atmosphere was warm, the service was amazing, and the food… absolutely delicious! It made such a special moment even more memorable. Thank you for helping us celebrate this big milestone in such a beautiful way. I’ll definitely be back — both personally and professionally! 🙌✨

I loved this restaurant! It is beautiful. The staff is friendly and very attentive. It was our first visit. Our waiter made excellent recommendations on food and drinks. Everything was delicious! My daughters and I enjoyed our visit, the entertainment, the food and drinks! 5 stars!!!

First time in and we’ll definitely be back. Their happy hour/bar is great and the food is even better! The tequila selection is the best we’ve found. Arlety took amazing care of us at the bar. She made some damn good cocktails! The aguachile verde was perfect, can’t wait to be back!!

This is a great restaurant! At first I thought that our experience wouldn't be that great because the hostess was aloof and not pleasant. But no stars taken off because the remaining experience was exceptional. Our server Luis was on spot, perfect. I had the meat strips, which were like fajitas, just not sizzling. Regardless there was a generous portion and the meat was tender. I had the coffee ole for dessert. It was in a clay cup, which is traditional. We will definitely be going back here. FIVE stars all the way!

Had a last minute business dinner here. We were able to get a table on a Wednesday night, no problem. Service was very friendly, provided recommendations, and was very fast with everything. Highly recommend the Elote Tamal appetizer. DELICIOUS! I had a steak that was very tasty. One person in my party had scallops, and they looked perfect. They had live music, which was nice. Really good drink menu and a full bar. Definitely worth stopping by if you have not tried them before.

Very impressive restaurant, the ambiance was fantastic. Service by Luis was fantasic. the food was fantastic. I wasn't too hungry, so I ordered the soup. it came in a very large bowl with the ingredients inside. There was no broth. The waiter then poured the thick broth over the soup ingredients. so fresh! We had guacamole for an appetizer. I was impressed with the large order. The chips were homemade, but there were only a few (6 or so). No downgrade because they might have brought more if I asked.

This place was amazing and top notch. I was not sure what to expect with the prices. Yes this is fine dining and well worth what you pay for it. Definitely an experience you want to consider at least once or twice. So flavorful and presented well. My waiter was patient, swift and very attentive. Oscar. We had the private room thankfully as this place was packed and loud. It was freezing at first but they adjusted the temperature once we asked. The bathrooms were very clean and nicely decorated. The entire restaurant has an intimate, boogie vibe. They high recommended a reservation! But still was able to seat us 5. Trompo is highly recommend and perfect for sharing. My potato tacos with pork belly and cabbage were divine paired with Micheladas that tasted just like the ones you get in Mexico. Here you will feel like you went on a vacation to Mexico and explored one of the best places to eat. I can't wait to splurge again and go back.

First time visiting & it was excellent! Service was slow, but they were busy so we give you a pass. Very pleasant decor. Presentation on drinks & dishes was gorgeous. We had Black Diamond Margarita , Splash de Nayarit & they were amazing. Wonderful pulpo in the Sopes de pulpo. Just the right amount of spice. Wagyu braised short rib & Salmon The short rib tomatillo sauce was just the right amount of tangy & the meat was sooo tender. Salmon was fine, but the rice made the dish!!

This place is now a fav of ours! Food was so good I cannot wait to come back! We had the corn tamel and it was a cool experience. Waiter was so great, gave us all the recommendations. The inside was beautifully decorated.

I saw this restaurant on ABC13 Localish segment. I loved the chef's story and the food looked amazing. Therefore, I decided to eat at Xalisko's for my birthday. For a Thursday night the place was packed and lively. They had a mariachi band playing and everyone was enjoying themselves. There were several families and parties dining in on a Thursday night. The aesthetic of this restaurant is very nice and it gives a high end vacation vibe. The restaurant is located in front of The Woodlands Mall. From the road it's hidden, but once you turn into the mall circle and drive around depending on which direction you'll see it. The parking lot is not very big so if you cannot find parking; you can park at the mall and walk across to the restaurant. Once inside we were greeted with a smile. We were told it would be a 30min wait for a party of two. We reviewed the menu and it had several great options to choose from. Xalisko's was also partaking in the Houston Restaurant Week offering a three course dinner menu for $55. Within two minutes of us sitting down our waiter came to ask for our drinks. He even put our napkins on our laps for us. He kindly asked our language preference of Spanish or English. I thought that was a neat gesture. A respectable amount of time passed to review the menu and order. I ordered the Pescado which was very delicious and portioned appropriately for a late dinner. My friend ordered from the Houston Restaurant Week menu. The first course was the Tacos Ahogados, second course was the Steak Borracho, and third course was the Vegan Flan de Mazapan. My friend thoroughly enjoyed their meal. I rated the restaurant 4 stars, because the water wasn't refilled without us asking, our waiter wasn't the friendliest. He was efficient in making sure our orders were taken in a timely manner, dirty plates were cleared prior to the meal, but that was it. No small talk or ask if we were celebrating anything. I would definitely return back to this restaurant soon. I would highly recommend anyone to come and try Xalisko's for a date night, family dinner, or birthday dinner. Just remember to make a reservation in advance.

Rule #1: never underestimate the complexity and diversity of Mexican culture. I love Mexican food. Serving pretty tasty Mexican food, with a side of atmosphere (specialty corn themed), this new spot is something special. I've visited three times now. They're always serving up great balanced drinks. Obviously the tequila and Mezcal are flowing. I've never received a dish the way I expected, but it's always pretty dang tasty, from the ceviche to the pulpo to the specialty seasonal offerings. Their desserts will surprise you, and on occasion (like Mother's Day), you may be lucky enough to be treated to live music, in our case a harpist!

Overall the experience wasn't bad. It just was mediocre for a more "fine"-ish dining experience. Everything seemed to lack any real flavor - the skirt steak was perfectly cooked but not much flavor, the Mexican rice was bland and soggy, and the guacamole we had also seemed to lack in flavor. The green sauce on the enchilada was delicious! The tortillas got soggy really fast as well. Overall, it wasn't bad! But it didn't seem like $24 enchiladas to me. I did order a Piña Colada and it was the best I've ever had! Did not get a picture, however. The ambience was really nice, the decor was very fun. Our waitress, Alondra, was very attentive and had such a genuine feeling of kindness. She was great to have!

I wanted to love this place bc the service was good and the people were friendly. However, our food was not good at all. My husband's tenderloin was cold and my enchiladas were too. The chicken tasted like it was straight from a can. No one in my party liked their food. We all tried each others and that was it. However, their margarita was great!! So if you're looking for drinks only this may be your place.

Saw the Trompito Al Pastor on Instagram and decided to bring the family after some soccer games. Everything we ate was delicious! The server was very helpful with good suggestions and the restaurant is a nicely decorated space, setup mostly for large groups. I was glad I made a reservation for our party of 6! Highlights: Trompito Al Pastor - delicious and set a blaze table side (feeds 4-6 if you get some other things) Ceviche Xalisquillo - shrimp, snapper, in a spicy tomato citrus broth. I would have slurped the bowl if my mom wasn't there! Tamal de Elote - you have to see it to believe it. It looks like an ear of corn, but it's filled with delicious masa! Taco de flor relleno - a squash blossom stuffed and fried in a taco Sopes de Pulpo - delicious grilled octopus on homemade corn sopes All the cocktails were delicious and we also loved the desserts: guava cheesecake, churro, and tres leches. There were so many other interesting options on the menu. I wish it was closer to my home so I could try more of them more often. Is not an inexpensive restaurant, but I think the prices are good for what you get. I have spent more elsewhere and had a less enjoyable experience as evidenced by the numerous large groups, celebrating birthdays, and other special events, this is a place that a lot of people go to for such occasions.

As a party of 14 a variety of menu items were ordered. Everyone enjoyed their food, including the 4 kids. Lots of sharing happened because we all wanted to sample each other food since it all looked amazing. Not only is the food presented beautifully the flavors are great and every bite includes so many notes. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. It feels like you are part of the family. Ask about the different art pieces because most have a wonderful history to it and are used methodically to create the beautiful space. Don't forget to look up too. All of the staff were helpful, kind and informative. We will definitely be back. The photo is of an appetizer. This could also easily be a savory dessert. Next time I want to order this at the end of the meal with their coffee.

Great customer service and excellent food quality! Had the pleasure to meet the chef ! The ambiance if very welcoming and friendly.

Great food, great service with a very welcoming team of people. Our fourth visit in six months.

This place is awesome! very authentic Mexican food . Love the ambience and service. Highly recommended. !

Went on a busy night during Houston's restaurant week and that did not get in the way of delicious food and welcoming service. Ambiance was lit! Will definitely come back.

I recently celebrated my birthday with friends at Xalisko Cocina Mexicana, and it was a delightful experience from start to finish. We began with the tamal de cochinita pibil and salsa y tostadas, both bursting with authentic flavors. They were able to accommodate one of my friends who was gluten-free with making the chips in fresh oil - which was very nice of them. The enchiladas bandera stole the show with perfectly cooked steak and a harmonious blend of sauces. The chamorro de puerco was equally impressive, with tender pork that practically melted off the bone. The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the flan de cafe, creamy and infused with a strong coffee flavor. And just when we thought it couldn't get any better, they surprised us with a complimentary birthday cake!! The live piano music created a charming atmosphere, making our dining experience even more memorable. I'll definitely be returning to Xalisko Cocina Mexicana for another delicious meal soon. ~ what we got ~ tamal de cochinita pibil ($10) - yucatan's traditional dish, pork marinated in achiote, cooked wrapped in banana leaf. salsa y tostadas ($8) - three salsa sampler, homemade tostadas, salsa mama coco, salsa taquera, salsa de chile perón. enchiladas bandera ($24) - stuffed with beef skirt steak, mozzarella cheese, green & red sauce, queso fresco, and mexican rice chamorro de puerco ($28) - braised pork shank, mirasol pepper-chicharron creamy sauce, purslane, clay pot beans flan de cafe ($10) - adorned with cotton candy cloud love potion cocktail ($10) - Tito's vodka, champagne, chambord, cranberry, lime

This place doesn't feel like a fine dining experience. Xalisko is located in the Woodlands mall parking lot next to Verizon. When you enter the place you are greeted with a bright orange color that amplifies hunger. The seating arrangement is kind of crowded, but on the bright side the tables are spacious. The waiter who served us didn't seem to understand that when we said "it was our first time" we were asking for his recommendations. Unfortunately we had to ask him more directly "what would you recommend," and even then he only mention 3 dishes separate to the one that he said was his favorite which came in a different discussion about "how is the birria here?" to which he then responded that was his favorite dish. Sorry, I don't understand how the waiter didn't recommend his favorite dish. would've that been easier to sell? Our food came out quick and cold, almost as if it had not been made fresh. Granted the presentation and plating was good. But something isn't right with how quick these dishes came out.

Blinded by the beautiful photos of the food posted to Yelp, I was truly deceived when it came to Xalisko's! The presentation is what drew my initial attention, but this is what you would call the "con-artist" of restaurants. The restaurant is perched between a Verizon store and an insurance agency, and located in the outer circle of the Woodlands mall...now I may have been completely off here, but I heard buzz about an upscale Mexican restaurant opening a few years back, and got all excited, and thought this was the restaurant I had seen cross through my feed a few years ago...if that's the case, I was sorely disappointed in the service, ambience, and food... Came here on a date night with the hubs and I was excited to try this place pending this was the restaurant I think it was...my smile slowly turned into a frown as we parked the car. We were warmly greeted and sat at a two top. We ordered: - passionfruit margarita on the rocks - Victoria beer - tacos ahogados (crispy potato tacos with pork and pickled cabbage) - enchiladas bandera (skirt steak and mozzarella cheese) - birria tatemada - ensalada de nopales (cactus salad) Out of everything we had, the only thing I'd recommend is the tacos ahogados!! My passion fruit margarita tasted like orange juice and cheap tequila...none of the food came out fresh, piping hot (temperature wise), they seem like they were sitting out on for awhile or the some of the food was premade because our order was out way too quickly/fast for it to have been fresh. The food was practically room temp/cold when we got it. Our waiter was slow, unhelpful, and when we said that it was our first time dining at the restaurant, he didn't seem to catch our drift in wanting to know what's the specialty there? What's popular? Tell us the story about the restaurant and its history. Nothing...crickets. My enchiladas were not great at all...bit dry and the sauces that dressed the enchiladas just made it super wet and soggy, horrible texture. Their sides, such as rice, beans, and nopales are terrible as well. especially their rice. I was SHOCKED. Been to mom and pops, chain restaurants, and local eateries that serve better rice than that! It was literally plain Spanish rice rolled in grease and butter and flavorless...like whaaaaaa? Anyhoo! Those wanting to find a cute place to dine for date night, I'd think twice and heed on coming here. Kinda disappointed with the Woodlands community for rating this place so high. They have a lot areas where I feel need improving big time... Also, the interior is not easy to navigate - feels crowded and clustered and doesn't feel very inviting loud, and not what you'd expect from a three $$$ establishment. The prices definitely don't match the service or the food.

You can tell this place is run by a chef that has a passion for creative, upscale - even perhaps "Fine" - dining, even if the restaurant format is a bit more casual. Thoughtfully prepared creative dishes. Incredible masa / corn tortillas and sopes that take me back to Mexico. A gem

A nice restaurant. More on the pricey side. They have a lot of different flavor options that pair well. The parking is a bit chaotic and sometimes you have to park by the mall to go in. Inside they fit a lot of people but it can be cramped trying to walk through and move around inside. I did appreciate on one of their set menus where tou get 3 courses, they would donate park of their money they made from that (don't know if this is an ongoing thing or just while we were there).

This has become our go to for authentic Mexican food! We always have a great experience. The ambience is great The place is nice and clean and the food is amazing. One of our favorites is definitely the tamal de elote and of course a tejuino, it's a must try! Our service is always very attentive because we ask for Lupe all the time. He always knows what we want and need. Taking our experience to a whole another level. We've had the opportunity to meet Chef Betty and she's super nice and always telling us about her new upcoming menus

Food was amazing! Have been there 3 times in the last month just to see if the food was consistent. And oh boy was I surprised. Everytime I go, the food tastes like it's fresh. Service is always respectful, knowledgeable & oh so friendly. Ambiance is perfect for a family dinner,or date night. The lamp on the table makes it feel cozy. Sometimes it can get loud, but not extremely.

Amazing food and atmosphere!!! One of the best meals I've had in my life. Our Mexican friends invited us on Thursday mariachi night. Truly amazing experience. Top notch on all levels from service, to food, to entertainment. Highly recommend. It was great to go with friends who were very familiar with the traditions and helped us navigate the night. A+++++++

It looks small from the outside being in a plaza and when you enter, but it's beautiful inside and as you enter it extends to the back. Mariachis, ambiance and the Trompo was nothing less than amazing as well as the arrachera! Meat was so tender and delicious. Came for my birthday on a Thursday night and it was packed so I think they'll need a bigger location soon! Reservation recommended for sure and so worth it!

My reason for coming to The Woodlands!! . Amazing service, authentic and delicious food. Exceptional service from Alejandra!! . Ambiance was outstanding! So nice and clean inside. Sophisticated & beautiful! You feel like you are somewhere in Mexico at a very nice resort restaurant! If you are in the Woodlands this has to be a MUST stop for brunch or dinner. . The owner & chef has so much heart for her restaurant and you can taste the love and quality in her food!! I had to thank her personally. . Give people their flowers when deserved! Definitely coming back!

The first thing the waiter told as we sat down is that this is not Tex-Mex, the is authentic Mexican food. So no red gravy or everything covered in cheese and not all the dishes are super spicy. What the flavor profile is can be summed up in one word - delicious. We shared 2 dishes an elote which could have passed for a dessert and a torta that is pictured below. Both were flavorful and presented nicely. It is obvious that this establishment is aiming for a higher end clientele but the price point was not outrageous. My only complaint was the music in the background was not in the background and was hard to talk over. Our waiter was Francisco and he did an awesome job. I felt like I went to Mexico City for lunch. If you go, and you should remember this is NOT T

Has it all! Great ambience from south of the border. Service was personable and relatable. Creative and tasty dishes that are definitely many notches above our Tex-Mex choices. Excited to try more from the menu!

On Taco Tuesday I stopped into a place I felt might have been a bit too "fancy" for tacos, but dang I was mistaken. Xalisko Cocina is a family-owned place that is absolutely beautiful inside. A HUGE bar, well lighted, brightly colored artwork, and wonderful music. I sat at the bar and Guadalupe got me set up with a Jalisco beer while I looked over the lunch menu. I asked him for assistance deciding and he highly recommended the Tacos de Birria. When he delivered the meal it did not look like Birria tacos I've had before, but who am I to judge. So let's start off with homemade tortillas loaded with braised marinated beef simply garnished with onions and cilantro. First bite was without the Consommé and WOW. The beef was so tender and bursting with flavor and only got better when dipped in the Consommé. The Mexican rice was light and while basic perfectly matched the overall meal. Absolutely wonderful lunch and the service from Guadalupe took excellent care of me. I took a look at the dinner menu...I need to visit them for what looks like some incredible offerings from Jalisco, Mexico.

FOOD: amazing quality, authentic flavors and nice quantity combined made for a GREAT VALUE! Tamarind drink was balanced and refreshing. BEST DISH: Trompo yielded 10+ tacos. BEST SIDE DISH: corn tortillas (masa is handmade onsite). SERVICE: friendly and knowledgeable staff. On a weekend at 4pm, long waits for sitting and food delivery. AMBIANCE: great decor, comfortable sitting and lighting. Indoor sitting only. Loud volume when at max capacity (we couldn't hear across a 2-top table). Watch out for the slippery floor around back of bar. Small bathrooms for restaurant size.

Went for the first time Christmas Eve which was probably a bad call on my part we were the final reservation so we were rushed but I will say the food was great and the cocktails we had were good as well. The service was awesome as well. No time for dessert as they were closing maybe next time.

Food was absolutely DELICIOUS! The octopus sopes were fantastic. The octopus was very tender and the sauce was so flavorful. The ceviche borracho was very refreshing and their homemade blue and yellow tostadas were the perfect complement to the savory but semi sweet and smoky flavors. Didn't care for the spicy carrot potatoes, they lacked flavor but my husband said the tortillas he had with them were legit. The tacos ahogados were by far my favorite dish. Crispy, light, topped with delicious carnitas and drizzled with house tomato sauce and spicy sauce SO DARN GOOD. Would advise to go easy on the spicy sauce bc I can still feel by lips burning . The slash of Nayarit was a refreshing drink. My husband said margs were just ok. Didn't have room for dessert but will definitely be back bc the food was amazing but so was the service. Food came out pretty quickly . They had a duet playing Spanish baladas that made the place feel even more authentic. Xalisko Cocina Mexicana gets two thumbs up.

The food is AMAZING!!!! The smoked meat enchiladas were outstanding! Excellent service too!

Place is what you expect in the woodlands, classy ,elegant and delicious. The place has poor bus boy service and probably needs a better game plan from management when checking in . But once you seat down the servers are exceptional they know the menu and give recommendations base on you taste . The food you won't go wrong at least not with the appetizers. My recommendation try the octopus zopes and that aguachile of Ribeye . For being a restaurant in the woodlands the portions and prices are excellent compare to other " Mexican" restaurants.

One word: Outstanding. The food was excellent but big warning - it's expensive for Mexican. Granted - it's authentic Mexican, definitely but the standard Tex-Mex you typically find in Texas. We started with guacamole/tostados and Tacos Ahogados then split the scallops dinner and added shrimp. It was enough for 2 after our apps. The seafood was fresh and generous size scallops/seafood (ate so fast forgot to take a pic). We also had the black diamond margaritas and thankfully they were not the typical pre-mixed margaritas. Absolutely worth the $19 per drink We highly recommend trying it and look forward to going back to try other items Only complaint was the constant attempts to upsell by our server. I hate that, get it for the folks who are working for tips but still.....

Make sure to make a rsvp if you want a table to socialize with your friends but if your going to go with a buddy or a date the bar definitely is great the bartenders really take in a lot of care and have a show making there cocktail drinks. Every dish was pack with flavor. I didn't picture the pastor there's plenty of photo and videos already of it here but this dish can easily be shared 2-3 ppl. I had the elote tamale is very tasty highly recommend. Salsa and tostadas great to order as you wait for your meal. Spicy cauliflower was very good as well. My main dish was the chicken mole .. mole great spicy flavor it is not sweet. Great blue corn tortillas. Dessert espresso martini was very delicious. Group of friends enjoy a fish bowl aka CAZUELA VOLADORA JALICIENSE it was a funny good experience.

Guaooo I heard about this place. And good news. Sunday Wednesday Thursday Live music!!!!! The trompito (table side) a real xalisco stile Quesadillas de hongos de maiz (huitlacoche) a fantasy Beef short ribs Home made tortillas A lot of things!!!! Congrats

What a fun spot! My wife and I decided to make the drive to the woodlands on a whim and were slightly skeptical upon arriving and seeing a fairly unassuming looking restaurant, not unlike the plethora of Tex-Mex spots we have around town. But once you enter, sit down, it becomes apparent fairly quickly that the food here is not in the same world as Tex-Mex. Authentic yet approachable Mexican dishes (I believe with a Mexico City focus) are what's on offer, along with a well thought out cocktail list and extremely friendly service! Being only 2 people, we tried the Panera Cheese (excellent with the blue corn tortillas!!), the Tamal De Elote (this is very unlike anything you think it might be - but very good!) and - the star of the show: the table-side trompito al Pastor. While dishes were great across the board, the attention to detail really stood out with the al Pastor. Not gimmicky at all, but succulent flavorful meat, serviced with a full array of traditional salsa's and fixings, this was a real treat! Lastly, in desserts we tried the churros and the tres leches, both of which were stellar and entirely too much food for the two of us LOL Definitely worth a visit, or two or more!

Finally tried this place out and it did not disappoint. It was so yummy. The corn and oysters were AMAZING. Order them!

Much to explore on this menu as it's not your typical Mexican spread. We arrived in time for Sunday brunch and used the opportunity to try several things off the menu. We tried cocktails as well. I had the house version of the mule and had difficulty detecting the flavor of the promised dragonfruit but it was a decent mule. My partner in crime wnjoyed the smoky flavors of her cocktail as well. Service was a tad slow but the restaurant was not so we won't count that as a negative. I ordered Tacos Ahogado and asked that the sauce be on the side. They were delivered that way but my waitress picked up the pitcher of sauce and began "drowning " my tacos until I said stop! The tacos were magnificent with light fluffy potatoes inside a fried corn tortilla. Fried pork belly made for an amazing protein though the pickled onions were nowhere to be found. We also had xquites con tuetano. Corn over bone marrow. I wasn't a fan as the marrow was runny but that's just preference. Lastly we ordered tacos campesano which was enjoyable. They shine in desserts with both the Gordo churros and tres leches hitting the spot.

Outstanding authentic Mexican cuisine. Our family went to Xalisko last Sunday. My daughter wanted to try something that was not Tex-Mex. This is fine dining with Jalisco style food. My daughter had the birria tacos. They were very tasty. I had emolodas. Basically a chicken enchilada with a rich dark mole sauce. They were excellent. Many layers and flavors. My sons had the Most pastor tacos. Again, excellent. My wife had a Caesar salad. This was pretty anchovy forward. Make sure you are up to that if you order this one. All of the food is freshly made. Including the blue corn tortillas. We also had a churro dessert that was delicious. The food is a bit pricey, but a good value based on the quantity and quality received. We will be back.

The experience of the ambiance, exceptional service by Guadalupe and amazing food presention by Chef Beatriz is beyond any words that can express how wonderful the food and staff were!! I am from Denver visiting my BFF of 40+ years and we can't thank the establishment enough for making our visit so memorable!

If you are looking for true Mexican food this is your place!! It is not TexMex!! This is authentic Mexican food!! Service - They are still working through their opening jitters!! The ambience is perfect! Central located bar with several options of authentic Mexican and South American liquor options including rachilla. Decorations are on point for the atmosphere of this delicious restaurant! I loved my first bite of food and my last sip of my drink. My first bite of food was the incredible ceviche- I felt like I was back in Cozumel. We continue to the bone marrow and Pulpo also spectacular! Next was our main entrees of scallops and crispy pork belly. We loved each bite but we will be going back for the table side pastor!!!! Finishing our evening with an incredible dinner drink that had the smooth texture of coffee, smokiness from rachilla and the dark chocolate shavings was the perfect addition to this drink!! We will back!!!

Food and services are amazing. Surprisingly great corn tortilla, never like it but it is delicious here! Street food style but do make you a full tummy.

GOOD PLACE IF YOU ARE WHITE..TERRIBLE MANAGER No bueno para hispanos This place has slowly mutated to the usual discriminatory location. We ordered our beloved Pastor and we waited easily 45 minutes, watching how other customers that arrived to the place way later than use got their Pastor meat faster. We asked several times to our waiter, who kept silence, running away and not bringing us our food. When we demanded to see the manager this guy with glasses came with a very arrogant, confrontational manner basically throwing us off the restaurant if we did not want to wait. The only issue is that, if we were white people, the service and response would had been completely different. Avoid it if you look Hispanic.

From the hostess who greeted us smiling and seated us, to our waiter, Juan Carlos, our brunch was not simply a meal but an experience. The decor is exotic and tasteful, very family friendly. The salsa trio appetizer was delicious and interesting. All very different. We all tried different dishes and shared. Dessert was chocolate mousse on top of a brownie. To die far. And please try the excellent dessert coffees, which come with the perfect cookie with just a hint of cinnamon. Be prepared for an explosion of spices & flavors.

The place looked amazing walking in! Very cool atmosphere, the staff was great! The lobster soup was something I did not expect to hit me so well. It was the best soup I've ever had!

ZAMN ZADDY! I mean damnnn Chef B! We were absolutely in LOVE with EVERY SINGLE DISH! Tamal de elote was such a stunning dish, it could absolutely be dessert! Agua frescas offered Jamaica, Mango, and Cucumber avail this specific day, Im sure it is subjected to change. We got the pork belly, (Pancita de Puerco and the purslane was smokey and delightful, sauce was amazing. The sauce was a Mirasol pepper-chicharron creamy sauce. The pork was soooo TENDER, my only complaint is the fat ratio, I felt like there was a lot of fat but of course its pork belly! The star of the show was definitely the tromp, an absolute show stopped and the meat was very tender. I am interested in going back and ordering this again! It comes with corn tortillas, salsa, cilantro, onions. Sopes de hongos al pastor 3 Masa cakes topped with al pastor adobo crimini mushrooms was very good, I would have totally been fooled that it was a meat dish. We had some picky eaters at the table and wanted to share some dishes. We were offered a kids menu and a vegetarian menu as well. Thank goodness, there was a LOT of options Definitely huge photo op upon entrance, plenty of parking, mariachi band Thursday night -7pm so book on open table. Highly recommend, 10 out of 10. Drops mic!

Viva Jalisco! Al fin! Amiguitos aquí tenemos un lugar lleno de nuestra gente con meseros que hablan español y están listos para servirle. Por pura casualidad y suerte llegamos aquí en una noche muy especial. Los jueves llegan un grupo de Mariachis talentosos que saben tocar todas las pieces de nuestro hermoso país que hasta sacan las lágrimas. El sitio está enseguida del mall de Los Woodlands y fácil de encontrar. Los sabores indígenas de Jalisco están a otro nivel que te transportan a tus cuidadas famosas come Jalisco y Vallarta. Nuestro mesero muy amable y los ayudo a escoger los mejores platillos. Las recomendaciones fueron perfectas y sabrosas. Gracias a Dios que no es un lugar llena de comida corriente como lo que se encuentra en muchos lugares. Los fin de semanas ofrecen un brunch con chilaquiles y muchos otros platillos. Hoy corran no caminen a este restaurante tan sobroso y alegre. Me lleno el espíritu y me estomago! Bravo al chef! Mi único comentario es que la entrada me gustaría ver un tápate con unas macetas para ayudar a los bienvenidos porque al llegar no se noto que estaba abierto. Algo pintado en la puerta con el nombre,etc. El sitio al entrar adornado con mascaras hechas por los Huichol y arte en las paderes te transporta. Pero al fin todo nomás es mi experiencia pero suplico que vayas y tengas la tuya. No faltes de ir y estar en un restaurante lleno de nuestra gente! Viva México!