El Palenque Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
El Palenque Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
El Palenque Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

El Palenque Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

4.7(1k+)
DashPass
Mexican-Tex-Mex
Store Info
DashPass
4.7(1k+)
$$Mexican-Tex-Mex
El Palenque was founded in 1987 by the three Serna Brothers. Their first location was established in Spring, TX in 1987 to be followed by 2 more locations. As pioneers in Houston's Full Service Mexica…
Full Menu
11:00 am - 8:40 pm

Featured Items

$0 delivery fee, first order
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Featured Items

Mixed Fajitas
$25.90
88% (26)
Garden Fajita
$31.54
100% (11)
Beef Fajitas
$29.58
90% (33)
House Margarita
$18.75
100% (152)
#1 Most liked
Dinner de Lujo
$24.34
Quesadillas
$21.35
100% (38)
Reviews1k+ ratings • 20+ public reviews
4.7
of 5 stars
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J C
4 contributions
Loved
2/26/25
• DoorDash order
These Garden Fajitas are my absolute favorite thing from here but love lots of their food such as their Fish Tacos, Caldo Soup, and the best most consistent Shrimp Brochette b/c their bacon is always crispy...just yum!
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Theresa B
6 contributions
Loved
11/26/25
• DoorDash order
One of the best, if not the best chili rellenos (ground beef). This is my third time to order and everytime it's cooked to perfection. The presentation, even coming by DoorDash is beautiful. It is just the right amount and the freshness of this dish is stellar.
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Sarah G
Emerging Expert • 5 contributions
Liked
7/5/25
• DoorDash order
They did not give me a side of pico or extra salsa. BUT they did get my Enchilasda modifications right. I asked for chicken instead of ground beef in the notes. I'm glad about that especially because there wasn't an option to select the shredded chicken; I had to type it in. (Not a lot of places pay attention to that.) the food always tastes amazing and the salsa is so addictive. I always add it to my queso to add a little freshness to the taste. 3 Enchiladas plus rice and beans gives me a good amount to eat the next day. I would definitely order again, but maybe with a margarita next time (strong as HECK by the way). This is one of my favorite Tex-mex restaurants that don't feel like a huge chain (chuys, gringos) 9/10 would recommend
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Kimberly G
Emerging Expert • 60 contributions
Didn't like
8/20/23
• DoorDash order
This is one of my favorite restaurants but the take out is a fail! The shrimp cocktail was so spicy and loaded with jalapenos it wasn't edible (I asked for no jalapenos) and the guacamole was tomatoes, jalapenos, onion & lettuce all mixed up with avacado sauce, again, not edible. That was an expensive waste of what should have been a great dinner for us. They always go above and beyond when you dine in but this was just awful.
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Theresa B
6 contributions
Loved
1/17/26
• DoorDash order
Perfect, as always! I requested taco meat & jalapeños at an extra charge. They never disappoint. So yummy!
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Most Ordered

The most commonly ordered items and dishes from this store

Tacos & Burritos

Appetizers

Items may be cooked to order, are served raw or undercooked, or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Soups

Salads

Dressings: Mango Vinaigrette, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Ranch.

Guacamoles

Mexican Favorites

Mariscos

Enchiladas

Served with rice and refried beans.

Fajitas

Served with guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, charro beans, and tortillas.

Fajita Specialties

Served with guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, charro beans, and tortillas. Items may be cooked to order, are served raw or undercooked, or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Daily Combos

No Substitutions.

Niño Menu

Only for niños 12 years & under. No adults. Meals include a soft drink.

Desserts

Drinks

Margaritas

Must be 21+ to order.

Prices on this menu are set directly by the Merchant.

Prices may differ between Delivery and Pickup.

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