Mexican restaurants

Tio Gordo's Texican Cafe

4.3 340 reviews 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM 960 E 87th St ste c, Odessa, TX 79765, United States

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Tio Gordo's is a Mexican restaurant located in Odessa, Texas, known for its broad menu of traditional and contemporary dishes. The menu features a variety of options from combination nachos and barbacoa tacos to classic cheese enchiladas and ribeye steak prepared a la Mexicana. Signature offerings include several types of chalupas, such as bean, meat, guacamole, and chicken, alongside a range of enchiladas and kid-friendly combo plates. The atmosphere at Tio Gordo's reflects a casual dining experience, suitable for families and groups looking to enjoy authentic flavors in a straightforward setting. Dishes like the chile verde plate, asado plate, and wet & sloppy burrito showcase regional Mexican influences, while desserts like three milks cake and Gordo's Ice Cream Nachos add a unique touch. Beverage options include traditional choices such as menudo, ice-cold bottled Coca-Cola, and the Acapulco Margarita. Overall, Tio Gordo's stands out as a local spot offering diverse and hearty Mexican cuisine with a focus on familiar, well-executed dishes in a relaxed environment.

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Service options

Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Fast service
Great beer selection
Serves local specialty
Sports

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Tio Gordo's Texican Cafe before visiting.

Reviews for Tio Gordo's Texican Cafe

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Review highlights

Based on 340 reviews

Tio Gordo's consistently receives praise for its authentic Mexican cuisine, highlighting standout dishes such as fajitas, enchiladas, and street tacos. Reviewers commonly commend the quality and flavor of the food, often describing it as the best in town. The restaurant’s atmosphere is noted for its lively and welcoming vibe, enhanced by live music and a recently expanded, less crowded dining area. Service is another strong point, with many appreciating the attentive, friendly, and accommodating staff who ensure a positive dining experience. Additionally, customers value the convenience of its location and the accommodating approach toward customized orders. Overall, Tio Gordo's is recognized as a locally beloved family-friendly spot that combines great food, warm hospitality, and an inviting environment.

Lauren Yancy

Jun 24, 2025

Came here a few times, never disappointed me. Tonight, I just ended up with a basic burrito and my other ordered the chicken fajitas. HOLY COW. Kudos to the chef back there. These are literally the BEST in town. I love that this place is only like 2 to 3 minutes away from us. See yall soon! Thank you for the delicious dinner! By the way, Tony was very polite and I love the fact that she smiled through our and helped us with dessert too! Thank you for being kind and happy. We need more of that around here! Appreciate this business!

Triple L

Jun 01, 2025

Amazing! Had came over last minute after being ignored at a different restaurant and they took us at about 8pm. There was live music playing..very lively and the waitress was very attentive and kind. I got the chicken enchiladas and they were amazing and the fries pickles were good too.

Tiffany Foster

May 24, 2025

Tio Gordo’s Texican Cafe is my family’s favorite we get the usual Street Taco plate witch is amazing!!! The new expansion was much needed now it’s not so crowded. They have Great staff they are very friendly and the Chips and Queso with ground beef is amazing, though I’m not sure it’s on the menu you have to ask for it.

Min Hobi

Apr 29, 2025

Really kind workers and made sure all the food was correct since we ordered online. Even when I asked to add more to the food they did with no hesitation. Very delicious food would buy from here Again

Tim Jones

Mar 29, 2025

Small locally owned place with the best asado in town. Cool jukebox you can choose from your own phone, fast service for our table of 7, friendly waitstaff . A family favorite

Michael “Mike” Buchanan

Mar 18, 2025

Let me tell you about the steak and enchilada plate! I tried to make that plate last as long as POSSIBLE! Great atmosphere, great service! Take my money!

Barrett Clanton

Mar 14, 2025

Tio Gordo's is our local neighborhood cantina. We love it! Great food, great service. The folks that own and run it are basically extended family as far as we are concerned. Try any combination of the nachos!! I love the flautas too! #Lawndale #SupportLocalBusinesses

Ryan Smith

Mar 13, 2025

This place is delicious, I really enjoyed the atmosphere as well, the staff was very friendly and engaging. This place is very small though so it is very hard to get seating if its busy! We had chips and salsa, and the salsa was served hot not cold or room temperature, it is very good! We had combination nachos too with entrees of barbacoa tacos and asado, the asado was very tender and not too spicy and the barbacoa was not greasy either, give it a visit!