Times reporters, editors and photographers traveled the U.S. for over a year to find their favorites. Five Texas restaurants made the cut: Nixta Taqueria in Austin, Hugo’s in Houston, Garcia’s Mexican Food in San Antonio, Taquería Elemi in El Paso and Burnt Bean Company in Seguin.
Dallas’ two Michelin-starred restaurants in the 2025 guide — Mamani and Tatsu Dallas — serve French and Japanese food, respectively. Mexican restaurants Tatemó in Houston and Mixtli in San Antonio, meanwhile, earned stars.
Chef-owner Regino Rojas of Revolver Taco Lounge and its Michoacán tasting room, Purépecha, was a 2025 James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef in Texas. Rojas has been a semifinalist for Best Chef seven times.
Some newcomers — including Olōyō and Maroma — have also received praise for their food.
For now, North Texans looking to try one of The Times’ picks for Mexican eateries will have to hit the road.
Dining and Cooking