The most authentic Mexican food in Texas isn’t coming out of big-name chains. It’s simmering in the kitchens of family-owned restaurants that have been feeding their communities for decades.
With recipes passed down across generations, these eateries capture the real flavor and heritage of Texas-Mexican cuisine.
In historic San Antonio, border-town El Paso, and everywhere in between, these family spots show what Tex-Mex is really all about.
1. Mi Tierra Café y Panadería: San Antonio’s Fiesta Mainstay
The Cortez family has been feeding San Antonio since 1941, creating a colorful wonderland where the party never stops. Twinkling lights hang year-round above tables filled with locals enjoying traditional dishes…