La Fiesta Restaurant

Been coming here since I was young and I love it. Best salsa and queso I've had!! super quick too so it's my go to lunch option.

I have been wanting to try La Fiesta for a very long time. One time I even showed up here to meet someone, but realized I was at the wrong restaurant. Today I decided that I would finally give it a try and have mixed feelings.The location itself is unique. The parking lot is very small and difficult to navigate when the restaurant is full. Inside the decor is old and slightly run down. While these things may sound bad, I actually liked them both as they lent a neighborhood restaurant feel to the place.The service was very friendly. Our waitress (Maria) was one of the nicest servers I have ever had. She has mastered the art of being super friendly without seeming disingenuous. The food was good, but did not blow me away. The meal started with chips, salsa and refried beans. The refried beans were a very nice touch and I think more Mexican food restaurants need to embrace this trend. The salsa was very good, but came in a squeeze bottle with no bowl. Adding it from the bottle to chips made for a wet, salsa soaked table. For my entree I ordered the chicken enchiladas. It was a steal at around $6.50. The plate came with three large enchiladas and a salad. The enchiladas weren't bad, but seemed rather ordinary. I realize this isn't a fancy place, but I had expected more flavor.In summary, This is a very casual, good Mexican restaurant. I am sure I will be back to try more items, but for now, it is a solid three stars.

I'm surprised this restaurant has such low reviews. In my opinion, this is the best Mexican food on the West Bank. Yes, many of the dishes are Americanized - but most Mexican restaurants in general are Americanized. The food here is simple yet good. I like the cozy atmosphere. Monday through Friday they have a $7.99 lunch special that you can't beat. I will say that I do not particularly care for their guacamole; it's too creamy. The service is always impeccable - friendly and attentive! I like the margaritas but if you are searching for something very boozy then go elsewhere. I like the fact that they are a little weak because it allows me to enjoy one at lunch without getting sleepy. Some of my favorite dishes are the fajita chicken taco salad, tacos or tostadas.

Zero stars! !! This was the worst $35 I've ever spent in my life. They are so americanized, they don't even have cilantro in the restaurant! Pico? No, tomato and onion. $35 for lunch for 2 with water. 3 tacos and a chicken fajita plate. The sign outside suggests they are proud of their fajitas. Absolutely disgusting. Zero, I said zero spice, seasoning, or herbs. Chicken chunks fried in a bed of oil. My tostada was missing beans. The place looks dirty, dust balls hanging from ceiling. Never again.

Terrible. Disgusting food. Annoying atmosphere. Crappy parking. Don't even bother. There's no effort put in thus food and even less alchohol in their drinks. They're essentially stealing your money.

I find it hard to believe I didnt write a review for this place. I love it dearly. It is a non assuming looking food heaven. I really love mexican food and cozy nook places to eat in and this is both. My wife and Istumbled across it 10 years ago in almost a dare because we both have always seen this place but never had the nerve to walk into it since it was so small and had blacked out windows. Huge mistake ...we missed out on some serious muching over them scared years. Nothing to be frightened about other than busting your pants when you leave. This is great stuff. The staff are really friendly too and are fantastic with kids. If she is working there, Maria is the one to have. She is awesome and like family. Makes the experience so warm and inviting.This is not Taco Bell type mexican food, pretty real if you ask me. Chorizo and eggs...mmm chili rennenos...what?!?! Mmmm And salsa in a squeeze bottle...genius. Watch out though, its thick and can clog in the tip and you will get a BIG squirt heheheChimichangas is of the shredded beef type, a must! The tacos, its the hard shell type, greasy as all get out and super tasty!! Tamales...gotta try them. Parking is tough but worst case you park across the street by Home Depot and cross Stumpf holding hands for your dear life. Not as easy when leaving when your tummy is fully loaded.

Service is trash. Food is trash. Best thing they have going is the salsa. I wouldn't even give it a 1. Definitely white washed Mexican food

This was my mother and my special place. I've been coming here since 1982, eating The Houston all this time. I remember when "Mama" ran this place and they continue to honor her recipes today.

This is the closest to Texas Mexican food i have found and I'm in love. I could eat here every day and never get tired. It is so good but if you are used to white cheese and the canned red enchilada sauce served at other restaurants then you might be disappointed. This is the real deal. I wish i could give it 10 stars***update*** went back today and i got pics. I had the Corpus Christi and my fiancée had the chicken fajita nachos. Still the best Mexican restaurant around. And i travel between three states (Louisiana, Mississippi and. Alabama).

Bad Mexican food. 10/10 do not recommend. I saw plenty of red flags, but yet I still decided to give this place my business. 1st red flag was that no one was in there on a Saturday night around dinner time. 2nd red flag was the food seem like it came out of a frozen package. 3rd red flag, no hot sauce. 4th red flag, no alcohol in daiquiris. 5th red flag, small margarita glasses. If you want some authentic quick bite Mexican food, I recommend Taqueria Sanchez! Stay safe out there everyone.