El Paisa Express, LLC — Restaurant in Channelview

OMG! A diamond in the rough! First off, the food was great 👍🏻 I was amazingly surprised at how tasty this authentic Mexican food is. This place has a mix of orders off the menu and pick from a steam table line. The prices are very, very fair and affordable for common folks like many of us. It's a simple, practical, easy atmosphere, and most of all, it's not a loud joint. This place would be great for holding church meetings or booking a baby shower ( this place rents it's spot out for events). The owners and staff are wonderful 😊 They don't mind going the extra mile to keep their patrons happy. The only somewhat negative thing is the location.. it's not pretty or attractive, it's a very industrial environment and on the back roads.. other than that, I absolutely loved this place ❤️ I am definitely coming back here and will try lunch next time! ⭐⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ✨

P.s. the best part I enjoy besides the food is the humility of the owner. I love supporting local folks' businesses, and they definitely have my support and business.

Thank you, staff 💜

P.s.s. maybe the back of the roads place is the charm.. it feels real and authentic, and even better, it's family owned. 😊

UPDATE: Came back for lunch, and lunch did not disappoint. Food is totally home tasting and delicious 😋 we had a small inconvenience happen, but the owner was gracious and quick to make it up to us. owning up to mistakes is the best evidence of maturity and great character 👏 I'm a solid supporter of this spot. Thanks again staff, you're...

When you walk in it feels very open and inviting, a sit where you like atmosphere. Many tables available so it doesn't matter if you're a large or small person it will accommodate. I arrived right when they opened and so I ordered breakfast tacos (2 chorizo and eggs, 1 potatoe and egg, 1 dry meat and egg). I put green sauce on mine which is a little spicy but not too spicy to enjoy. It'll just leave a tingle on your lips, very good green pepper/garlic/tomatillo taste. There's a spicier red sauce but I did not try due to my stomach can't handle that much heat. For the tortilla you can choose flour or corn, both homemade. I love corn tortillas and theirs are lovable. Makes you feel like you got a home cooked meal from your abuela lol. While waiting for my tacos I was allowed to help myself to a traditional good cup of coffee, the whole setup is very charming and functional. Can't miss the cute big clay bowl of goodies in the front, I thought that was a nice unique detail. The owner/staff are very friendly and it is a family ran and owned restaurant. If you can't tell already then let me tell you I hope this business succeeds, it has all the right ingredients to do so, so please give it a try and tell everyone you know...

What a great little find. I used to work in a place like this MANY years ago, and from the moment I walked in, it took me back to the 80's. The staff were all very pleasant and comforting. The food is laid out buffet style, but they serve you - you can see the food made that day. The food they brought me made me feel like I was back in my Mom's kitchen. From the Champurrado to the Carne Guisada. It was all very delicious and if in the area, I will definitely be...