Best Mexican: Maximo
A fresher face in West U, this Local Foods Group spot delivers modern Mexican cuisine with deep roots in Texan and Gulf Coast heritage. Expect housemade everything featuring in-season ingredients — think squash blossom tetela, duck carnitas huarache, and ridiculously good tacos built on handmade tortillas and filled with things like crispy fish and confit brisket. The space, a warm mid-century modern nod to Mexico’s coastal deserts, is just as artful as the menu. Add on desserts and cocktails like the Banana Pudding Buñuelo and bourbon-mezcal Peacemaker, and this year-old spot quickly earned its title as one of Houston’s finest. Bonus: the restaurant hosts happy hour, Champagne brunch, and a buzzy five-course tasting menu for a steal at $45.
6119 Edloe
713-878-7774
maximo-htx.com
This article appears in Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025.
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