Located at 4618 Dacoma St, Houston, TX 77092, Tia Maria's stands as a welcoming destination for those seeking authentic flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Our establishment has long been a part of the local culinary landscape, serving as a gathering place for friends, families, and anyone looking to enjoy a heartfelt meal in the heart of Texas. We believe that great food is best enjoyed in a space that feels like home, which is why we prioritize a comfortable environment where every guest is treated with genuine hospitality from the moment they walk through our doors.
Our approach to cooking is rooted in tradition and a deep respect for the ingredients we use. We understand that the secret to a memorable dining experience lies in the balance of fresh components, time-honored techniques, and a passion for the craft. Whether you are visiting us for a casual lunch during a busy workday or settling in for a relaxed dinner with loved ones, our team is dedicated to ensuring that your time with us is both satisfying and enjoyable. We take pride in being a staple of the Houston community and look forward to sharing our kitchen's creations with you.
What Makes Our Kitchen Special
Authentic Culinary Traditions: We focus on preparing dishes that honor classic recipes, ensuring that every bite reflects a commitment to quality and heritage. Our kitchen staff works diligently to maintain the integrity of our menu, focusing on consistent flavors that keep our patrons coming back.
A Welcoming Atmosphere: The environment at Tia Maria's is designed to be inclusive and comfortable. We strive to create a setting where conversation flows easily and guests can truly unwind, making it an ideal spot for both celebratory gatherings and quiet, everyday meals.
Community-Focused Service: Being located on Dacoma Street allows us to serve a diverse range of neighbors and visitors. We value the relationships we have built within the Houston area and aim to provide attentive, friendly service that makes every guest feel like a regular.
Quality Ingredients: We believe that the foundation of any good meal is the quality of its components. By sourcing reliable ingredients and preparing them with care, we ensure that our dishes meet the expectations of those who appreciate honest, well-prepared food.
Experience the Flavors of Tia Maria's
At Tia Maria's, we invite you to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and enjoy a meal prepared with care and consistency. Our location at 4618 Dacoma St is more than just a place to eat; it is a space where culinary traditions are celebrated and shared with our community. We are constantly inspired by the feedback of our guests and the vibrant energy of Houston, which drives us to maintain the high standards that our visitors have come to expect over the years.
Whether you are a long-time resident of the area or just passing through Texas, we welcome you to join us for a dining experience that emphasizes comfort, flavor, and community. Our team is always ready to provide a warm welcome and a satisfying meal that leaves you feeling well-cared for. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you and look forward to being a part of your next dining occasion. Thank you for choosing to spend your time with us at Tia Maria's, where every meal is a testament to our dedication to our craft and our guests.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Delivery
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Serves local specialty
Sport
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Happy-hour drinks
Happy-hour food
Private dining room
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
Menus
Photos
Reviews Tia Maria's
Abom79
18-06-2026
Everything you expect and could want from a great Mexican restaurant! Great atmosphere, friendly staff that is prompt and helpful, and service was very fast. What I loved most about this place is they make there own salsa in house and it comes out warm to the table, my favorite! It was so good! They also hand make there own flour tortillas which were awesome with those steak fajitas. Everything was delicious and service was great. This is a big place so they can seat a lot of folks. They have a soft serve ice cream machine by the door to treat yourself on the way out.
Isaac Lensing
15-04-2026
Excellent food, great happy hour deals. Perfect for a Friday night with friends/family. I had the tamales, they were wonderful. Laid back atmosphere great for groups big and small. More
Mike Purisima
14-04-2026
Service was great, greeted immediately as we entered and seated with no wait. Food was ordered swiftly with chips and warm salsa provided.
Tacos Al carbon weren’t as flavorful as I would have liked but my wife’s enchiladas were amazing! Our drinks were great and well made.
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Group size
5-8 people
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Richard Royds
27-03-2026
Classic TexMex from the past that is delicious! This time I had a jalapeno popper wrapped in bacon to start and carne guisada ( both outstanding) with a margarita on the rocks...YUM! Great prices, too. Tia Maria's is a favorite go-to for us. More
Manish Jethva
15-03-2026
Tried this place for lunch, got the taco salad with no meat. I added rice, pico, sour cream, refried beans. It was big for a taco salad and tasted good. Will be back to try other menu items.
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Reasonable Price
Group size
1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people, 9+ people, Suitable for all group sizes
Recommendation for vegetarians
Somewhat recommend
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Amanda Lee
14-03-2026
Great food at affordable prices and great service! My family, boyfriend and I ate here for dinner and we all said our food was delicious. I had the fish tacos and it was so good! Highly recommend the food here ☺️
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
John Lindsay
08-02-2026
Based only on the hot salsa, cool green sauce, chili con queso, and house margarita this is a 5-star joint for sure! Anyone noting them less doesn't deserve theirs hands to write the review!
I didn't order too much food but Joshua hooked it up. I will be back probably every single week!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Perdido Nino
13-01-2026
Came here for lunch the other day and the food was decent. The place was super busy so service slow which is understandable but we never got drinks refills. The chicken was dry but the beef was tasty. The chips and queso were very good though.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Queso
Parking space
Difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Parking lot gets full very quickly
Kelser McMiller
12-01-2026
Its a mexican restaurant where you eat Mexican restaurant food. Good happy hour and tvs everywhere to watch. Great for families, birthdays and just the occasional margarita...they have flavors. More
Gregorio Chapi
29-12-2025
Great happy hour and food. My issue is I was overcharged for two bar drinks. Here's how they do it: … More
Chris Briggs
28-12-2025
We stopped in for margaritas after the free luncheon at Frost bank. Margaritas were good but the server either didn’t speak English but didn’t offer the various options such as Peach, Mango, etc., just frozen or on the rocks. More
G Wat
07-12-2025
Consistently great food at amazing prices. Very tasty and definitely represents great value for the money.
The chicken fajita taco salad is great. Wife loves the enchiladas suizas. The camarones ala plancha is another favorite. Kids usually get the crunchy taco plate with rice and beans. I really enjoy the chicken fajita chimichanga. The queso is excellent. Also really enjoy the flavor and spiciness of their green salsa (you have to request it).
Service is always excellent. Very friendly and helpful staff.
I've been a regular guest here for nearly 40 years. Easily my favorite Tex Mex location.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 10–20
Recommended dishes
Beef Taco, Beans, Chips and Salsa, Fajita Enchilada, Burrito, Queso, Chimichanga, Sopapillas, Queso Dip
Reservation
Reservations not required
Noise level
Moderate noise
Group size
2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people, Suitable for all group sizes
Wait time
No wait
Brandi Blount
19-11-2025
We are from out of town and stopped here for dinner. We were sooo impressed! We walked in and were waited on immediately and the service was outstanding. The food was also outstanding! The prices were incredibly cheap in relation to the amount of food we received. The kids menues were pretty impressive as well. I will definitely visit this restaurant again the next time I’m in town! And on a side note, this would also be a great pick for a girls night out. There were only handsome male waiters that we saw. Like seriously, every last one was handsome! We might have been drooling over them more than the food. 🤤 Not something I see often but it was a total bonus! 💜
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Kid-friendliness
Great kids menu and ice cream cones
Sal “EL Grumpy” Flores
24-10-2025
Truth be told . The so called lemonada was just surgar water. As well over priced. The fajitas were unedable. They were not cleaned. A waste of time and money. Took it home to try to give it another chance. But no just a bunch of onions and Bell peppers. Terrible. More
Joe Garza
25-09-2025
My and my family have been coming here for years we love the food and the atmosphere of this place provides not to mention the amazing service and we will continue coming, my only complain is that I wish bar was nicer looking, and that the drinks were more balanced.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Wait time
No wait
Steve Kleihege
25-09-2025
Tia Maria's is a wonderful spot for Mexican cuisine, offering a great atmosphere and excellent value. From the moment I arrived, the service was prompt and courteous, making for a smooth and pleasant dining experience.
The restaurant features a large dining area and bar, creating a spacious and welcoming environment. We appreciated the large menu, which offers plenty of variety no matter what you're craving.
For my meal, I had the combination of fajita and bacon-wrapped shrimp. Both items were cooked perfectly and tasted really good. The quality of the preparation was evident in every bite.
Make sure to stop by during the week, as they have an impressive Happy Hour running Monday through Thursday from 3 to 8 PM—the margaritas are genuinely great and definitely worth ordering.
To top it all off, Tia Maria's offers a final, delightful touch: free soft-serve ice cream on your way out. It’s a fun and unique perk that ends the meal on a high note. Highly recommended for a satisfying dinner and drinks!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken Enchiladas Meal, Chips and Salsa, Fajita Enchilada, Cheese Enchiladas, Reasonable Price
Noise level
Moderate noise
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating, Counter seating, Private dining room
Martha Valdez
29-08-2025
Unbelievably Great prices with hearty portions of a variety of authentic delicious Chef Style Food, with the Tia Maria Mexican n Texican touch. Like special meals at home with feel special service. Very clean! My treat when I’m in HOU👏 Combos allow trying more choices, Love the Lunch & Daily Specials. Centralized
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Group size
Suitable for all group sizes
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Booth seating, Private dining room
Becca Lehde
13-07-2025
Sorry no pics - I was busy stuffing my face! I try to order different things when I go to Tia Maria's, but the Acapulco combo gets me evry time. It's a little bit of everything - taco bowl, guacamole salad, and queso puff on the cold plate and cheese enchilada, tamal, rice, and beans on the hot. It's a lot of food. Unfortunately, this visit thw tamal had an odd flavor and I couldn't eat it. The complementary chips are warm and salty, perfectly paired with the warm salsa. My mom says salsa served warm is the "right" way! 😊 The frozen margaritas are good here as well. I have been to Tia Maria's on a Friday night in a few years, but they used to have a mariachi band that would stroll the restaurant and take requests. That was a lot of fun! All the staff are friendly and attentive, from the host all the way to the cashier. This is one of Tia Maria's best features - professionalism and courtesy coupled with friendliness. Whether you order for your meal, don't leave without a free ice cream cone, a lime-flavored mint, and a praline candy from the cashier's station. Good stuff!
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Loud, but you can still talk
Group size
Suitable for all group sizes
Dietary restrictions
If you're on a diet, Tia Maria's is not the spot for you.
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
While I've never seen an accident here, I can see the potential - tight spaces, a parking lot that's laid out in a funky way, lots of pedestrians all around. Drive slowly and carefully in the parking area around the restaurant!
Kid-friendliness
Super kid friendly menu and atmosphere!
Russell Adams
26-05-2025
The food is consistently delicious and reasonably priced. The staff always make you feel welcomed. Best Senior Mexican Plate in H-town. Fresh chips and warm salsa are so good.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chips and Salsa, Fajita Enchilada, Cheese Enchiladas, Reasonable Price, Chicken Enchiladas Meal
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating, Private dining room
Krissy Adams
18-05-2025
Great Atmosphere fast service and hot delicious food.
Service was poor. The staffers up our drink 3xs. Made the drinks frozen when we asked for on the rocks. Then tried to charge us for it. More
Reviews Tia Maria's