Guacamole Fresco
$ 15.95Fresh hand-mashed avocados accented with creamy queso fresco, crisp radishes, and toasted pepitas.
Fresh hand-mashed avocados accented with creamy queso fresco, crisp radishes, and toasted pepitas.
Crispy corn taquitos filled with savory quesillo cheese and seasoned black beans, topped with avocado and fresh crema.
Warm, rich, and velvety traditional melted cheese dip spiced with green chiles and secret herbs.
Tender, slow-cooked pork ribs smothered in a bold and smoky arbol chile glaze.
Delicate red snapper cured in fresh lime juice, tossed with spicy serrano peppers and crisp cucumber.
An ocean-fresh mix of shrimp, scallops, snapper, and octopus marinated in lime, cilantro, and avocado.
Traditional Mexican tortilla soup with a rich tomato broth, tender chicken, melted cheese, and crispy tortilla strips.
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, sweet corn, tortilla strips, and Manchego cheese.
Warm tortilla chips piled high with savory beef fajita, melted cheese, beans, jalapeños, guacamole, and sour cream.
Crispy corn tortilla chips topped with seasoned chicken fajita, melted cheese, refried beans, and fresh toppings.
Large flour tortilla folded with grilled beef fajita and melted quesillo, toasted to perfection on the grill.
Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with seasoned chicken fajita and melted quesillo cheese.
Classic corn tortillas filled with melted cheese, topped with hearty chile con carne and extra quesillo.
Tender chicken tinga wrapped in corn tortillas, finished with salsa verde and sour cream or traditional red sauce.
Slow-braised beef wrapped in corn tortillas, drenched in rich red chile sauce, quesillo, and crema.
A decadent combination of beef and chicken fajita enchiladas topped with signature chile con carne and red chile sauce.
Your choice of braised beef, chicken tinga, or cheese enchiladas served with traditional sides.
Succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and avocado folded into enchiladas and smothered in a rich cream sauce.
Crispy red snapper fillets in soft corn tortillas with fresh cabbage slaw, chipotle aioli, and pico de gallo.
Slow-braised beef tucked into corn tortillas, served with a rich and savory Morita peanut dipping sauce.
Your choice of Ixtapa beef or chicken tinga tacos, prepared either soft or crispy.
Rolled chicken fajita flautas fried crisp, served with melted queso, guacamole, and sour cream.
Juicy charbroiled steak tacos served with fresh guacamole and vibrant pico de gallo.
Chicken fajita soft taco with chipotle aioli, cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, and grilled onions, plus two cheese enchiladas.
Beef fajita soft taco served alongside a classic cheese enchilada, fresh guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Three signature brochette-style shrimp, a cheese enchilada, and a crispy Ixtapa beef taco.
Two green chile chicken enchiladas paired with a flavorful chicken tinga taco.
Sizzling mesquite-grilled fajitas served with all the classic fixings, perfect for sharing.
Generous portion of sizzling mesquite-grilled fajitas with all fixings, designed for 2-3 guests.
Full-rack tender pork ribs slow-smoked to perfection, served with fresh guacamole and pico de gallo.
Half-rack of pork ribs paired with your choice of sizzling fajitas, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Jumbo bacon-wrapped brochette-style shrimp paired with a half-rack of tender pork ribs, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
The ultimate feast featuring beef fajitas, tender pork ribs, and jumbo shrimp brochette with guacamole and pico de gallo.
Tender grilled lamb chops served with fresh grilled vegetables and a tangy tomatillo avocado salsa.
Bacon-wrapped brochette-style shrimp paired with your choice of savory fajita, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Broiled butterflied shrimp tossed in rich Mexican butter, served with guacamole and pico de gallo.
Mesquite-grilled bacon-wrapped shrimp stuffed with cheese and fresh jalapeños, served with pico de gallo.
Mesquite-grilled beef and chicken fajita accompanied by brochette-style shrimp, vegetables, and pineapple pico de gallo.
Fresh grilled snapper served over seasoned rice with grilled onions and smooth avocado lime butter and black beans.
Atlantic salmon fillet finished with vibrant avocado lime butter and grilled onions, served with black beans.
Rich Mexican vanilla cake soaked in three decadent milks, topped with fluffy meringue.
Velvety cheesecake with Mexican caramel, chocolate cookie crust, and cinnamon-spiked dark chocolate sauce.
Welcome to Pappasito's Cantina, a beloved culinary landmark located right inside the Hilton Americas in downtown Houston, TX. Known across the region for its vibrant atmosphere, legendary hospitality, and crave-worthy Tex-Mex classics, this lively establishment delivers an unforgettable dining experience for locals, sports fans, and visitors alike.
Stepping into Pappasito's Cantina immediately immerses you in a festive, energetic environment. Decorated with festive touches, warm wood accents, and a bustling bar scene, it is the ultimate gathering spot for pre-game meals before Rockets games, lively family dinners, or celebratory group gatherings. The attentive staff and upbeat energy ensure every visit feels like a celebration.
No trip to Pappasito's is complete without indulging in their renowned house specialties. The kitchen excels at bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and generous portions:
Pappasito's offers an honest value proposition with hearty, shareable portions. While entrée prices reflect the premium quality of meats and seafood—such as the sizzling fajita platters and slow-smoked ribs—the sheer generosity of the plates ensures you leave fully satisfied. Complimenting every meal with bottomless warm chips and house salsa elevates the overall dining value.
For the best experience, consider making reservations ahead of time, especially on weekend evenings or game nights when the dining room fills up fast. The restaurant accommodates various dietary needs with vegetarian options, fresh guacamole, and gluten-free choices upon request. Whether stopping in for lunch, dinner, or hand-crafted cocktails at the bar, Pappasito's delivers authentic Tex-Mex hospitality at its finest.
1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010
1201 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX 77002
1001 Avenida De Las Americas Ste B, Houston, TX 77010
1001 Avenida De Las Americas Suite A, Houston, TX 77010
701 Avenida De Las Americas Ste A, Houston, TX 77010
1001 McKinney St Ste A4, Houston, TX 77002
Pappasito's Cantina is conveniently located inside the Hilton Americas at 1600 Lamar St in downtown Houston, TX, making it a favorite pre-game spot near Toyota Center.
Yes! Guests frequently rave about the complimentary, freshly made tortilla chips and house-made salsa served right at the table before every meal.
Some of the most popular crowd-favorites include the sizzling Filet Mignon Fajitas, Seafood Enchiladas, Beef Fajita Nachos, and the iconic Original Frozen Margarita.
Yes, the restaurant offers vegetarian-friendly options such as Guacamole Fresco, Potato Taquitos, Cheese Enchiladas, and customizable vegetarian items.
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, particularly on weekends and evenings when hosting large groups or visiting before major downtown Houston events and games.
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