Alfonso's Mexican Restaurant — Restaurant in Conroe

What a hidden gem! I tried this place on a whim based off a picture of birria on a plate with rice and beans. It did not disappoint! I asked for the same plate, bc it wasn't on the menu as a birria plate and showed the waitress a picture. What she returned with was so much more!! I got a huge bowl of birria that was spiced and flavorful and had a small spicy bite to it. The rice appeared plain looking but was cumin spiced and delicious. The refried beans had that perfect blend of bacon, lard, and well seasoned flavor. The waitress was very attentive and spoke both English and Spanish perfectly. Lastly the chips were airy, crispy, and warm. As for the dining area, it was quiet, with low playing relaxing latin music. No annoying accordions... And was very clean and well kept. I enjoyed the authentic decorations on the wall and that there were 2 distinct sides to the restaurant. We spent around $14 per person before drinks, tax, and tip, so $41 total for 2 to have a very filling and delicious lunch. Just all around a great tasting spot that will quickly become a new favorite....

The food is good but the waitress who is on staff 7/31 Monday is NO GOOD...I came previously to this visit and she sucked and I gave it another chance and this time I came, I was the only table in the establishment and still she never came to refill drinks or a check back and I had to get up and walk to the kitchen window and ask for my check!! As I'm checking out I tell her how she never came and checked on us she laughed at me!! I am a General manager at a multimillion dollar restaurant and this is unacceptable and maybe that's why they have no business because the waitress doesn't care about the most important thing that matters, CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! Don't even waste your time because you will be unsatisfied with the care for the customer as I was, maybe because I am a white woman and that was the reason she laughed at me even though I can speak fluent Spanish, food is good but...

I eat here on a Wednesday afternoon so I can't speak about the atmosphere. It's a large place with lots of seating so I'm sure it can get packed and more lively. I ordered the carnitas. I have to say that they were the best I ever had. The sear on them was perfect and the grilled onions that came with them were cooked to perfection also. Everyone else got burritos and the presentation was excellent. They all said they loved them. My only complaint was the charro beans. They didn't have much flavor and not much really added to them. They definitely can work on that recipe. The horchata was also a little bland, but still satisfying. This restaurant's prices are very reasonable. Great food and great prices means I will be back. Definitely going back during peak hours so I can see if they up their game...