El Tiempo Cantina serves quality Tex-Mex cuisine and the best margaritas in Houston! We welcome each of our guests as part of the family, providing the same impeccable customer service Mama Ninfa instilled years ago. At El Tiempo Cantina, we make everything from scratch. From the tortillas to the salad dressings, the salsas to the desserts, we cook all of our food using generations-old family recipes. Our attention to quality and exceptional friendliness is our driving force. Enjoy Every Moment!
Lively branch of a family-run cantina chain known for its margaritas & hearty Tex-Mex dishes.
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Address: 114 Vintage Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77070
Phone: (281) 374-0500
Website: https://www.eltiempocantina.com/
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El Tiempo Cantina is a Houston favorite for authentic Tex Mex cuisine, sizzling fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas. Visit our Houston locations today.
El Tiempo Cantina – Gessner – Houston, TX en OpenTable
Información adicional · Ambiente. Informal · Precios. De $31 a $50 · Cocinas. Tex-Mex, Mexicana / Americana regional (Suroeste) · Horarios. Lun–Jue 11:00–21:00 …
El Tiempo Cantina | Restaurants in Houston, TX
The menu features classics like tacos, tamales, chalupas, enchiladas and combo plates while house specialties involve the mesquite wood fire grill.
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Nancy Wells
I took my husband here for his birthday on National Margarita Day. We enjoyed the famous margaritas, chips and salsa, Carne Guisada and fajitas. The service was great when they asked for our number to call us when a table opened up for us. The waiter was helpful to bring our food and offer a refill on salsa and chips. This location is smaller so parking is difficult but other than that it’s a great place to eat some good Mexican food.
… moreJamie Crowe
Very, VERY LOUD in here. We had trouble communicating our order to our waitress.
That being said, their food was PHENOMENAL!! They nailed it with the Upscale Mexican Food!! My Crab Enchiladas was the best I have ever had!!! We were certainly impressed & we will be back for sure! I loved that they have a variety of high-end Tequilas listed on their menu. This is super helpful & we got to try some interesting ones.
… moreThat being said, their food was PHENOMENAL!! They nailed it with the Upscale Mexican Food!! My Crab Enchiladas was the best I have ever had!!! We were certainly impressed & we will be back for sure! I loved that they have a variety of high-end Tequilas listed on their menu. This is super helpful & we got to try some interesting ones.
Traci V
Great service and had a nice time on the patio. Food came out hot and at a reasonable time. The area is so nice, so you can shop or get a dessert after if you don’t get one there. Margaritas are always good at any El Tiempo!
… moreNelly Gonzalez
El tiempo cantina restaurant is a beautiful and very spacious restaurant. It feels fancy but very humble. They have upstairs for parties and outdoor seating. Food was delicious. I did think it was pricey compared to other restaurants but the food portion is a lot. Service was quick and the gentleman was very attentive. I think next time I will try seating at the bar. Overall experience was great!
… moreMrs. Wendy
We are a family of 6 showed up on Saturday night with the little ones no reservations and we’re seated immediately didn’t have to wait so we were very grateful. Staff was very nice our waiter gave us excellent service. The place was decorated for Xmas very pretty and elegant. Prices are high but worth it we got a meal that feeds 2 to 5 people and was plenty to take some home. They were very attentive to our needs and refills of our drinks. We all are very pleased with this place definitely recommend and will be coming back.
… moreS D
Very authentic Mexican food. The staff was so friendly and attentive. At first, I thought they were not open because the doors and windows looked so dark. When I went to the side, I could see people in there. It was quite busy but the food came very quickly and was amazing. The one thing I would warm, if you are vegetarian and order a cheese enchilada, know that the chili has meat in it. The chips were still warm and the salsa was not too spicy. I saw many people having the fajitas and they looked really good but it would have been too much food for one person. Portions are very generous.
… moreNick Cubito
Great service and fast food! We had a few minor hiccups during our visit — a small language barrier led to a mix-up with the kids’ drinks, and one utensil needed to be replaced. There was also a little confusion with a kids’ meal order, but the staff handled everything quickly and professionally. What really stood out was how kind and attentive everyone was. The team made sure to correct each issue promptly and even comped the kids’ meals and drinks as a kind gesture. Mistakes happen, but it’s how they’re handled that counts — and this team handled it with care and great service. Thank you to the wonderful wait staff. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreDebbie DelBosque
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Our Favorite Bartenders…
John & I always look forward to visiting this restaurant because of the exceptional service from our favorite bartenders.
Every time we sit at the bar, we’re greeted with genuine warmth, attention to detail, and a level of professionalism that truly elevates the experience. The drinks are consistently outstanding!
What really sets them apart is the way they make every guest feel welcome. Whether it’s remembering our usual order or recommending something new, they always strike the perfect balance between friendly and attentive. It’s rare to find someone who can create such a comfortable, enjoyable atmosphere, and it’s a big reason we keep coming back.
Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates great service and an even better experience!
Cheers to 2026 to my favorite restaurant and restaurant crew! Los quiero mucho ❤️
… moreOur Favorite Bartenders…
John & I always look forward to visiting this restaurant because of the exceptional service from our favorite bartenders.
Every time we sit at the bar, we’re greeted with genuine warmth, attention to detail, and a level of professionalism that truly elevates the experience. The drinks are consistently outstanding!
What really sets them apart is the way they make every guest feel welcome. Whether it’s remembering our usual order or recommending something new, they always strike the perfect balance between friendly and attentive. It’s rare to find someone who can create such a comfortable, enjoyable atmosphere, and it’s a big reason we keep coming back.
Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates great service and an even better experience!
Cheers to 2026 to my favorite restaurant and restaurant crew! Los quiero mucho ❤️
Richard Walker
My mother took me here for my Birthday on 10/14/2025 around 4:00pm. Our waiter, Simon, was top notch. Once we were seated, he was there to get our drink order started, and chips and salsa served simultaneously,. Our food arrived perfectly cooked, and drinks were kept full from start to finish. We were attended to by 3 different people, which made us feel like the entire staff valued the customers all the same. The Manager checked on us to make sure we were happy. I really cannot think of an area that needed improvement. This place is a well-oiled machine with truly exceptional, genuine customer service. Thank you for such a wonderful Birthday dinner.
… morePattie Costello
The food here is absolutely awesome. Prices are high, but the food is extremely tasty. It’s a very big place but if you’re having a lot of people reservation is appreciated.
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