The Best Margaritas in Houston

Frozen or on the rocks, absolutely nothing can beat the classic combo of salt, lime, and tequila

Thanks to Houston’s epic Tex-Mex scene, the city is brimming with excellent margaritas. Whatever your preferences — frozen or on the rocks, a simple sip, or something fruity, Houston’s restaurants offer a bevy of options for enjoying what may be the world’s most perfect cocktail.

Though most people have a go-to for their favorite margarita, these Houston bars and restaurants are serving up tequila- and mezcal-based cocktails that keep things interesting. With unique tequila fusions, buildable margaritas, cocktails on fire, and so much more, these Houston margaritas are a must.

Eater has updated this map to include the Original Ninfa’s on Navigation, El Tiempo Cantina, Los Tios, Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen, Molinas, and Mexican Sugar. Mahesh’s Kitchen, Teotihuacan, Spanish Village, Pier 6, Manditos, and the now-closed restaurants Money Cat, El Big Bad, and 1891 American Eatery & Bar have been removed from this list.