Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 9 Texas mexican spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Austin, Dallas, Houston and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Casino El Camino (Austin)

Mexican, Burger · $ · 4.5★ (4,323 Google reviews)

Casino El Camino earned its spot on the show for Mexican plates that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 4,323 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 4, Episode 3 — “Burgers and Dogs” (July 28, 2008)
Address: 517 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
Phone: +1 512-469-9330
Website: www.casinoelcamino.net
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2. Lankford Grocery (Houston)

American, Mexican, Burger, Breakfast · $ · 4.5★ (2,043 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Lankford Grocery still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 2,043 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 7, Episode 2 — “Burgers, Tacos & Dogs” (August 10, 2009)
Address: 88 Dennis St, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 713-522-9555
Website: midtown.lankfordsburgers.com
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3. The Original Marini’s Empanada House (Houston)

American, Mexican · $ · 4.7★ (2,025 Google reviews)

The American classics at The Original Marini’s Empanada House clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 2,025 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 8 — “From North to South America” (March 31, 2017)
Address: 10001 Westheimer Rd # 2570, Houston, TX 77042
Phone: +1 713-266-2729
Website: www.theoriginalmarinis.com
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4. El Palote Panaderia (Dallas)

Mexican, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.5★ (1,740 Google reviews)

El Palote Panaderia is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,740 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 8 — “Specialty Spots” (May 2, 2025)
Address: 2537 S Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75227
Phone: +1 972-807-2673
Website: www.elpalote.com
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5. Avila’s Café (Dallas)

Mexican · $ · 4.5★ (1,691 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Avila’s Café keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,691 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 6, Episode 13 — “Mama's Cookin'” (July 27, 2009)
Address: 4714 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219
Phone: +1 214-520-2700
Website: avilasrestaurant.com
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6. Fat Tummy (San Antonio)

Mexican, Sandwich · $ · 4.8★ (1,013 Google reviews)

Fat Tummy earned its spot on the show for Mexican plates that regulars rave about, and the 4.8-star average from 1,013 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 7 — “From Sandwiches to Stroganoff” (November 30, 2018)
Address: 2922 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78207
Phone: +1 210-396-7288
Website: www.fattummyempanadas.com
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7. Con Huevos Tacos (San Antonio)

Mexican, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (666 Google reviews)

Known for Mexican plates, Con Huevos Tacos still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 666 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 39, Episode 7 — “Just Like Mom” (December 13, 2024)
Address: 1629 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78202
Phone: +1 210-460-2075
Website: order.toasttab.com/online/con-huevos-tacos
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8. La Panaderia (San Antonio)

Mexican, Breakfast, Dessert · 4.8★ (594 Google reviews)

The Mexican plates at La Panaderia clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.8-star rating across 594 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 7 — “A Passport of Flavor” (September 22, 2017)
Address: 1011 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78232
Phone: +1 210-255-1098
Website: www.lapanaderia.com
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9. Hello Dumpling (Dallas)

Mexican, Asian · $$ · 4.4★ (231 Google reviews)

Hello Dumpling is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.4 stars from 231 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 2 — “Dallas Dumplings, Florida Fried and Chi-Tacos” (February 21, 2025)
Address: 8041 Walnut Hill Ln Suite 815, Dallas, TX 75231
Phone: +1 214-812-9011
Website: hello-dumpling.com
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