No matter the time of year, there’s nothing more comforting than a big bowl of queso and a frosty frozen margarita. Tex-Mex is a Dallas tradition that dates back decades, where restaurants that have stood the test of time serving classic dishes alongside beloved newcomers.
Looking for the city’s finest fajitas, a cheesy enchilada plate, or some excellent crunchy tacos? Head to one of these essential Tex-Mex restaurants in Dallas.
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Want to push the boundaries of typical Tex-Mex? Then you want this restaurant in Farmers Branch. Head that way for ribeye chicarron, shrimp aguachile, pozole verde, pork belly enchiladas, rainbow trout al pastor, and other innovative dishes. It also has a lot of the classics if that’s more your bag.
Everything at this spot is great, including the massive patio, but for the love of all things Tex-Mex please order the Mexican pizza at least once. Warning: you’ll never be able to enjoy Taco Bell’s version again.
After a huge fire shut Casita down during the pandemic, it has been renovated and is open again with a completely new look. It’s chips and salsa earn rave reviews, and the Mexican Flag enchilada plate never misses.
Tacos? Check. Pan fried tacos? Check check. Frito tamale pie? Yes! Flautas and chile relleno and a gordita? All the classics are here. Plus a few options from New Mexico and a Texas-style, bacon-wrapped quail.
Stop in for nachos, a giant assortment of taco plates, and a more expansive dessert menu than every other spot in town combined.
Tex-Mex comes to Lake Highlands at this neighborhood spot owned by the McBride Family. Go for a family favorite plate for a combination of enchiladas and tacos in a wide variety of sauces and types of meat. The fajitas are also a great order.
Open since 1981, this Oak Lawn eatery touts former presidents, Dallas Cowboys players, and celebrities among its biggest fans. It’s since moved to Lemmon Avenue, where the brisket enchiladas and chile rellenos are as perfect as they’ve always been.
This Maple Avenue staple has been slinging Tex-Mex eats for more than two decades and, in that time, has earned a devoted legion of fans. Brisket-stuffed chile rellenos, chicken mole, and combo plates like Anita’s Plate (soft taco, cheese enchilada, beef taco) await.
One of DFW’s favorite Tex-Mex destinations, E Bar boasts consistently enjoyable renditions of beloved dishes, ranging from breakfast options like huevos con chorizo to dinner plates loaded with tacos de carnitas, cheese enchiladas, and crispy flautas.
For a tray loaded with sharable nachos, an array of tacos, and an even bigger array of tequila options, its tough to do better than this Katy Trail spot. They also do brunch, so stop in early and grab breakfast tacos and churro french toast.
The spirit of Dallas and 21st-century Mexican food are what this Uptown restaurante celebrates. Taste it in the cheesy quesadillas and the Pizza Vaquero, which puts the Mexican pizza to shame. It’s happy hour here every day from 2 to 6 p.m., so order a martini served Mexican style (with tequila) and celebrate.
If an expansive Tex-Mex menu is what you seek, this is the place. Everything under the sun seems to be available in a real “I want it, I got it” moment. From a ritzy (and pricey) dish of scallops with lobster rice and morita salsa to an array of Mexican pizzas, this place leans heavily on Acapulco-style dishes with a heavy seafood bent and strong Americanized options.
Classic Tex-Mex is what one of Fort Worth’s oldest restaurants built its name on. The limited menu offers chicken and beef fajitas, a family-style enchilada meal, and simple nachos. Scarf them all down in the restaurant’s gorgeous, fountain-filled courtyard and pretend you’re south of the border.
Vegans and carnivores will find plenty to love at this 100 percent vegan Mexican eatery. Enjoy tacos, tortas, burritos, tamales, and enchiladas, all of which feature veggie-based fillings that are definitely delicious. Grab a concha or other tasty pastry from the case on your way out.
This Oak Cliff establishment focuses on Northern Mexican cuisine, with plenty of Tex-Mex influence. Find perfectly grilled fajitas on housemade tortillas, tacos stuffed with tender cabrito braised in salsa de tomate, and delicious tortas.
Want to push the boundaries of typical Tex-Mex? Then you want this restaurant in Farmers Branch. Head that way for ribeye chicarron, shrimp aguachile, pozole verde, pork belly enchiladas, rainbow trout al pastor, and other innovative dishes. It also has a lot of the classics if that’s more your bag.
Everything at this spot is great, including the massive patio, but for the love of all things Tex-Mex please order the Mexican pizza at least once. Warning: you’ll never be able to enjoy Taco Bell’s version again.
After a huge fire shut Casita down during the pandemic, it has been renovated and is open again with a completely new look. It’s chips and salsa earn rave reviews, and the Mexican Flag enchilada plate never misses.
Tacos? Check. Pan fried tacos? Check check. Frito tamale pie? Yes! Flautas and chile relleno and a gordita? All the classics are here. Plus a few options from New Mexico and a Texas-style, bacon-wrapped quail.
Stop in for nachos, a giant assortment of taco plates, and a more expansive dessert menu than every other spot in town combined.
Tex-Mex comes to Lake Highlands at this neighborhood spot owned by the McBride Family. Go for a family favorite plate for a combination of enchiladas and tacos in a wide variety of sauces and types of meat. The fajitas are also a great order.
Open since 1981, this Oak Lawn eatery touts former presidents, Dallas Cowboys players, and celebrities among its biggest fans. It’s since moved to Lemmon Avenue, where the brisket enchiladas and chile rellenos are as perfect as they’ve always been.
This Maple Avenue staple has been slinging Tex-Mex eats for more than two decades and, in that time, has earned a devoted legion of fans. Brisket-stuffed chile rellenos, chicken mole, and combo plates like Anita’s Plate (soft taco, cheese enchilada, beef taco) await.
One of DFW’s favorite Tex-Mex destinations, E Bar boasts consistently enjoyable renditions of beloved dishes, ranging from breakfast options like huevos con chorizo to dinner plates loaded with tacos de carnitas, cheese enchiladas, and crispy flautas.
For a tray loaded with sharable nachos, an array of tacos, and an even bigger array of tequila options, its tough to do better than this Katy Trail spot. They also do brunch, so stop in early and grab breakfast tacos and churro french toast.
The spirit of Dallas and 21st-century Mexican food are what this Uptown restaurante celebrates. Taste it in the cheesy quesadillas and the Pizza Vaquero, which puts the Mexican pizza to shame. It’s happy hour here every day from 2 to 6 p.m., so order a martini served Mexican style (with tequila) and celebrate.
If an expansive Tex-Mex menu is what you seek, this is the place. Everything under the sun seems to be available in a real “I want it, I got it” moment. From a ritzy (and pricey) dish of scallops with lobster rice and morita salsa to an array of Mexican pizzas, this place leans heavily on Acapulco-style dishes with a heavy seafood bent and strong Americanized options.
Classic Tex-Mex is what one of Fort Worth’s oldest restaurants built its name on. The limited menu offers chicken and beef fajitas, a family-style enchilada meal, and simple nachos. Scarf them all down in the restaurant’s gorgeous, fountain-filled courtyard and pretend you’re south of the border.
Vegans and carnivores will find plenty to love at this 100 percent vegan Mexican eatery. Enjoy tacos, tortas, burritos, tamales, and enchiladas, all of which feature veggie-based fillings that are definitely delicious. Grab a concha or other tasty pastry from the case on your way out.
This Oak Cliff establishment focuses on Northern Mexican cuisine, with plenty of Tex-Mex influence. Find perfectly grilled fajitas on housemade tortillas, tacos stuffed with tender cabrito braised in salsa de tomate, and delicious tortas.