Taqueria El Novillo — Restaurant in Houston

Avoid this place unless you're brown enough.

If I go with my wife, we get noticed. If I go by myself, I get ignored.

There's no official waiting line. There isn't a sign saying you can sit wherever you'd like, or please wait here to order to-go. If there was, it was probably behind the "hostess" who was talking to the mariachi for 20 minutes, at the entrance. (Yes, while blocking the entrance.) (BTW, the mariachi that plays there is great. Great vocals)

You have to grab your own menu off a table since there isn't any available, especially for to go orders. They're hidden behind the hostess table. Some kid behind the stand pointed it to me.

Unless you've been there before and know what to order, they may skip you like they skipped me. They asked some lady who came after me what she wanted first. Then after her order they went off and left the order station alone. Just left me standing there like an idiot. For another 2 minutes.

Another person walks in and they say " Hola Buenos dias" to them. But never to me.

I left. I felt disrespected. I liked the people that used to work there (25 years ago) they had a tasty caldo de mariscos. If it's the same people, then oof. Good luck.

The few times that I've been here.

The food was: 2.5/5

Atmosphere: 3/5 ( as long as I go with my wife)

Service: 3(as long as I'm with my wife or other family members).

I'm sure it's a good place and they were just "busy". But at that point, I'd rather eat next door at Aboasolo. And that place has...

Taqueria El Novillo is a true gem for lovers of Mexican cuisine. Their barbacoa tacos are simply spectacular; the meat is tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Each bite is an explosion of authenticity. Additionally, the chilaquiles are a delight not to be missed. Perfectly crispy and covered with just the right amount of sauce, they make for the ideal breakfast or brunch. If you're looking for an authentic and delicious culinary experience, Taqueria El Novillo is the perfect spot. Highly...

Small mom and pop shop feel. Food has good flavor and seems homemade and authentically seasoned. Service was not even decent. We were waiting 15 min before anyone approached us to tell us the wait was an hour. As we were leaving someone called us in that a table was available once seated it took about 10 min to get out drinks and 15 to take our order and 47 min to get our food. Prices are very...