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El Tiempo Cantina
- Restaurants
- Houston, TX
About this business
Vintage photographs of family members provide a charming ambiance. Due in part to the location, this restaurant enjoys a great deal of popularity with artists and business people alike. Outdoor seating is tempting in fair weather. Traditional Tex-Mex dominates the menu, but an unusual alternative is available in the form of Mollejitas, or sweetbreads. Of course, they are not for the faint of heart, so order with caution and enjoy. Finish off your meal with some sopapillas or flan.
Location details
3130 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX, 77098, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Trashy, low class, horrible atmosphere – Crowded with low class people. We had a reservation for a table of 10, we waited 1 1/2 hour to get our table. The food was worse than mediocre, I had the carne asada and I implore all those who come across it NOT to order it. It's made of poor quality meat that is stringy and fatty for a price of $17 or so. Margarita was awful, way too strong to taste like anything. I got sick shortly after leaving the restaurant. The food is a disgrace to the Mexican cuisine, the prices are way over... read more
I enjoyed it – Its not the best place in the world but it has great food and the sangria margaritas are good too. The place can get pretty crowded so it makes it difficult to park and get around the restaurant. I've never had a big problem getting in without a reservation, i dont even know if they make reservations. They have complimentary valet because the parking situation isnt good at all. I recommend it to anyone who is willing to put up with a crowd.
Waaayyy Overpriced!! – I went there last night for Cinco De Mayo and the Margaritas were terrible! Obviously they had made a big batch and nobody had tried it before they served them. I've never been a huge fan of the place but yesterday was the worst. The prices are so high for the quality of food that you get and they nickel and dime you for everything. I was charged $2.50 for some sliced jalape?os!! There are so many good Mexican restaurants in the Houston area and I don't know why people give this place so much hype. If ... read more
Great Patio – We visited Tiempo after escaping from Tila's and what a difference. We were met at the door and seated on the patio immediately.The service was excellent and the food superior.It may be a little expensive for the selection, but the ambience and quality of food are a good value.Very good tequila selection.
Yummy! – El tiempo always has awesome waiters, the best chicken fajitias, the best homemade tortillas I've ever had. But the most important thing... they have fantastic queso. Usually have to split an order of fajitias with my boyfriend because we can never finish 2 meals.
Still My Favorite – We have tried countless Mexican restauants all over Houston and the Richmond location of El Tiempo is still my favorite. Yes, it's always on the crowded side- but good places always are. Yes, it's usually noisy, but it makes it fun. Yes, the food is pricier than some places, but I'll pay it when the food, drinks, and service are consistently this good. Everything I've ever eaten here is great, but my favorite is pretty basic... the cheese enchiladas rock my world- great comfort food. My husban'd fave- the... read more
quality!!!! – the food here is just exceptional. fresh, delicious ingredients make for exquisite dishes and strong but tasty drinks. food this good is usually paired with fancy attire, hushed conversations and stuffy staff, but here the atmosphere is relaxed and lively. people who complain about the prices should frequent other places because the value here really is worth it. i'm a regular as long as they're open!
Best fajitas and margaritas in town! – I love this restaurant. The price might be slightly more than other mexican restaurants but the quality is more than worth it! very friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere. Sometimes there is a wait, but they usually get you seated quicker than stated. The margaritas are fabulous (I can only drink about two)! Absolutely, without a doubt the best fajitas I have ever had! Its definitely a meeting place for my friends and I to meet up monthly for dinner. Our favorite!
Pricey but high quality Mexican food, well decorated but often noisy and crowded – I finally started going here in the last year or two, and while it costs quite a bit, the quality is commendable. If you're into their big fajitas hot plates and want something different, try the carnitas (pork). They have convenient size choices for guacamole appetizers (and serve several ingredients on the side so you can mix in whatever you like). Unfortunately, it can be pretty noisy and crowded with the after-work folks, and waiting for a... read more
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How is El Tiempo Cantina rated?
El Tiempo Cantina has a 4.3 star rating with 2,354 reviews.
When is El Tiempo Cantina open?
El Tiempo Cantina is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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