Fajita Flats

Let's talk forgotten gems. You know. The ones that's off on a street you see all the time that looks classic but still serves fire food? That's what Fajita Flats on Fondren is. Old, but a gem! First off, this place looks like it needs a refresh(I mean it gives off '80s hole in the wall vibes) like the Tejana and Latin Hip Hop videos on YouTube on repeat Still in all the place is inviting and low key. The haul: Vegetable soup(complimentary), Chili con Queso w/taco meat added, Two Burritos(Friday special) and half a pound of shrimp. Free is free and the veggie soup was a free surprise. Simple and delicious. To me this the best place that Michelada mix doesn't burn my throat!!!! Shrim was well done, chilled, deveined, and that cocktail sauce was awesome. Great burrito plate as well. Meat in those were tender and plenty of flavor. All in all the place is old but still put out great food and service. The locals type of place to hang out at.

This place is down the road from me. As soon as I arrived, a waitress offered me complimentary soup. I asked if it's vegetarian and it's not. Its base is chicken broth. The chips are not greasy and the salsa is very mild. I ordered small size of spinach quesadillas with no pico. They have the option of corn tortillas. While the quesadillas are good, $12.99 during lunch for four small triangles is too much. And now there's a 3.5 percent charge for paying by credit card.

Been coming here for years! If you haven't been here before, you must! Try the new margarita flight! They're all delicious! and the food is GREAT too!!

To update my review of 8 years ago, Fajita Flats hasn't changed much and that's good! I visited a few days ago for dinner for the first time since Covid began and noticed that they have done a partial remodel inside that looks nice. This Tex Mex restaurant also has a covered patio in front with parking available in front, on the side and a lot behind the building.The food is good and I usually get fajitas when I come here. First of all, I like the chips and red salsa. The salsa is salty in a good way. One unique aspect with eating here is they also provide a complimentary cup of vegetable soup that is tasty. I love that little "extra"! I like their corn tortillas (they have flour too) and the charro beans are in a thick creamy broth with a lot of content (onions, bell peppers, meat and tomato). These beans are very good. Also the fajitas come with guacamole, cheese, sour cream and pico de gallo. Everything you need. Finally the table service is always prompt and attentive.Another neat tradition at this eatery (like the free soup) is the birthday practice of having the honoree wear a large sombrero and ride a stick pony around the restaurant while the juke box plays the Happy Birthday song. It's all very humorous.

This place brings back memories! Been here so many times over the years. When I lived in Houston my most prolific hobby was curating the best Tex Mex restaurants Houston had to offer. I became a bit of a snob, dining mostly at the higher-end locations. However, as my obsession grew to understanding the cuisine's roots, I became an avid fan of exploring the "dives" as well. Fajita Flats is one of those uniquely Houston Tex Mex institutions. Some people love it. Some people hate it. It's a locals' spot, for sure. I, for one, have never been disappointed - pretty decent classic Houston Tex Mex fare. Generally speaking, you'll get what you pay for. Service and atmosphere have always been nice too!If you're on this end of town and are craving some classic Houston Tex Mex at decent prices, consider stopping by. I don't think you'll be disappointed!

I love this place . I don't live in the neighborhood anymore..I still make time to visit.I have made it my birthday tradition every year to come eat and have margaritas.

I loved this place! Came here for Friday happy hour margaritas and left with a tummy full of margaritas and awesome Tex Mex. Their margaritas are bomb. I'm just now learning to embrace the tequila taste after a scarring first tequila encounter many many years ago. You can barely taste the tequila if you order their fruity versions (highly recommend the mango), which also aren't too sweet. The frozen versions are equally excellent and strong.I also want to rave about the black beans that came with the Parrillada Platter that we ordered. Their black beans are THE BEST that I've EVER had in any Tex Mex restaurant. Soft but not mushy and the broth is intensely flavorful. I love free, and besides the expected chips and salsa, they also give a free soup which was a delightful surprise. The Parrillada Platter is actually the perfect amount of food for 2 people so no need to order more unless you're really hungry. Heads up, if you're as excited about tres leches as I am, note that they don't always have it.

Awesome service, great atmosphere, good food and great margaritas. Jeager bomb shots are the best.

When you walk in, you can just tell that this place has been through it all in Houston.Good service, they ask if you wanted to have their Vegetable soup (free of charge), nice touch!Portion sizes are ridiculously large.

Well... the downward spiral continues... now they have nearly doubled most of the prices. Their market for moderately priced Tex Mex was great until they raised the prices to higher end places. Now there is no reason to endure the very scary location with no security and average food. We used to go once per week.