Since 1941 Molina’s Cantina has played an integral role within the Houston dining community. More than 80 years after opening the first restaurant, Molina’s Cantina continues to serve its neighbors at three locations around the city. As the third generation to run the family’s restaurants, brothers Roberto, Ricardo and Raul, III, offer many of the original dishes alongside fresh menu updates over the years. Generations of families have enjoyed countless plates of Tex-Mex favorites, including the legendary Enchiladas de Tejas (cheese enchiladas with chili gravy), Jose’s Dip (creamy queso with spicy taco meat), chili con carne (an original recipe!) and the renowned margaritas, all while being welcomed as part of the extended Molina’s family.
One of the oldest (since 1941) family-run eateries in town serves Mexican fare in a lively setting. Based on 797 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
3801 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77025
Phone: (713) 432-1626
Website:
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Hours
| Wednesday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday |
11 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Wendy McKim
The food is delicious!!!! The server was really nice, but never refilled all of our drinks. We didn’t even get silverware right away. We asked another server walking by for them and he just smoked and walked away and didn’t even help us either. Despite that, the food was so good and the portions were huge!!!
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Chris
This is one of those Tex-Mex chains that’s been around for a while and the people who enjoy it are regulars keeping the restaurant alive. Like most Tex-Mex restaurants it’s decorated with traditional Mexican designs and decorations. It has a bar hidden inside the restaurant that explicitly states absolutely no minors and another bar inside the restaurant to cater to diners. There was no one at the host stand when we arrived, but it was lunchtime and there wasn’t many patrons. We waited for a few minutes before someone came to seat us.
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Gerry Fuller
We have enjoyed Molina’s for over 40-years – this was my husband’s first Mexican food, when he moved to Houston (from IL) in 1974. We needed to cater a function (a thank you treat) for a group of 10. We contacted their catering department & Jessica was our point-of-contact. Since we wanted to pick up from the Bellaire location…she coordinated everything. She was amazing AND the food/service was wonderful. Our group was overwhelmed – they had never had Molina’s before, but they said they will be dining there going forward. The portions were large enough that several were able to take home some. Thank Molina’s Bellaire &&& Jessica for making us the hit of the ‘party’! If you need catering – this is a great option!!
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Chad Concepcion
Grew up going to the older location off Buffalo speedway…so happy they were able to relocate in Bellaire. Always consistently good! When I’m not with the family I really love the separate bar area. Mario and the rest of the bar crew always take good care of you. Plus there’s always great regulars to catch up with!
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Neena Walker
I wanted to try this place out since it’s a top rated Mexican restaurant in the Houston area. Well for starters the service and atmosphere is great. However I wasn’t in love with the food. The salsas have no flavor and are to spicy. The rice had no flavor as well. I just expected a different taste than what I got. My bill ran $60 for just two people. I don’t believe it was worth $60. It was nice to try out but I probably won’t go back.
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Melvin Cripps
Decent parking. Easy entry. Seating was quick. Service was quick and friendly with good suggestions for drink and food. Drinks were delivered fast and refills were quick. Food was delivered fast, hot and fresh. Everything was fantastic. The whole experience was awesome. Return we will.
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T Moore
True Tex-Mex…I ordered the chicken enchiladas. Did not care for the red sauce it tasted like tomato paste. The chicken had a good flavor. O the chips were good also. The salsas has a vinegar taste to it. It’s a no for me…
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James
Molina’s has been one of our goto Mexican food places for a long time. Love their Jose’s dip and the enchiladas are amazing. Can get super crowded on Fridays and weekends but we love picking up fajitas to take home. Don’t believe we have ever had a bad experience other than having to occasionally wait for a table.
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Kristen Herrera
Came in here for drinks. We had dinner at home already, and had to kill some time. We sat at the bar. The place is crazy busy, so I had high hopes. Unfortunately similar to most restaurants in this area the service was lacking. It’s like they know they will make money no matter what so why try to impress a new customer.
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Scott Marsters
Overall a pretty mediocre experience. The fajitas were generic my girlfriend had the bround beef tacos which were overflowing with mostly lettuce. The flavor profile wasn’t there. Even their queso was bland. The service was very lackluster as well. Our waiter was very aloof and unattentive. I won’t be going back anytime soon.
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