El Meson

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2425 University Blvd (at Morningside Drive)
Houston, TX 77005

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(713) 522-9306
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Great Cuban food! Had the Solomiilo which is pork w/onions, rice, black beans & plantains. Another in our party had the filet-medium which I didn't taste but it was reported to ...

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Took my girlfriend there on a Tuesday night. Ambiance is good, but food was sub par. We ordered the paella de Meson, supposedly their signature paella, the classic mixed meat an...

Editorial review from Citysearch 8/8/2013

Very good restaurant!!! Awesome food service and the Tapas were the best ive had so far!! Going back for sure!! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 8/2/2013

I've always loved their food. Great menu and friendly staff. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 7/25/2013

Excellent choice! Service and food perfect. Only negative was the misic seemed to getting louder by the end of meal. Feature today was collard greens and they were delicious! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 6/18/2013

Pretty good even tho I'm not typically into carniverous cuisine. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 5/30/2013

The South American flare and choices are wonderful. However, I can't pull myself away from ordering the Masitas. The pork and garlic are so tasty! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 5/14/2013

Great location in Rice Village. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Nice, fairly wide selection of wines. Wife had the Osso Bucco, and I had the Medallones. Both were excellent. Finished with Tres Leches and espresso. This is our new favorite place to eat in the Village. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 5/10/2013

We decided to meet some friends for a Friday night dinner. They offer valet parking, but I am not a fan of other random people in my car, especially driving it, so we parked on the street. We were seated right away and the waiter immediately greeted us. We ordered margaritas and took a bit of time to decide on dinner. I ordered Ropa Vieja and my husband ordered Lechon Asada. Our entrees were delivered immediately after our salads, which was nice, and surprisingly quick. The Ropa vieja was delicious, the beef was nice and tender and perfectly seasoned. The plantains were also delicious. I tried a bite of my husband's and it was a little bit salty for me, but maybe that is typical of that dish. I really like that this is a family owned and operated business. Also, I heard they were open as soon as possible after Hurricane Ike, taking care of the community's stomachs! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 5/7/2013

Nice for a lunch out with Mom, the Cuban Sandwich was almost as good as the one in Puerto Rico. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 4/25/2013

We had a mix of tapas and bacaloa (spelling might be wrong)which was very good. Service was provided by Tacy who was very good. Great spot to enjoy Spanish food. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 4/10/2013

We enjoyed our dinner at El Meson very much. The tapas choices, wine, and entrees were all very good. Lamb meatballs, spanish tortilla (frittata), and serrano ham with Manchego were delicious. The Solomillo entree, a butterflied pork tenderloin filet, was cooked to perfection and of generous proportion. The red snapper entree and Paella were equally tasty. There was enough to take home for another meal.\r It was a pleasure to have a leisurely meal with our party of 5 and be able to carry on a conversation without yelling at each other. That's worth 10 stars in my book.\r It was our first visit there, but we will return. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 4/8/2013

Cuban/Spanish cuisine that will not change your life, but is always what you want it to be. Paella's are excellent. Standard (ropa vieja, masitas, osso bucco) are all very good. Rarely over-crowded and great for larger groups (with reservation). more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/15/2013

The service was great as was the food! Would definitely go back. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/13/2013

Great food, charming, professional service. A very enjoyable pre-theater dinner for my husband and me! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/11/2013

I ate there for lunch and the food and service was excellent. Fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/8/2013

Food was good. Sangria was good. Nice environment, able to have a conversation without much noise. Will go back. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/6/2013

Our waiter was very friendly. Loved the food and the price was great! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/4/2013

Exceptional meal with 4 very different entres and tapas plus a killer bottle of bubble suggested by the server. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 2/28/2013

Nice find for an out-of-town business traveler. Some excellent tapas with a wonderful glass of Rueda (Spanish white wine). Excellent value. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 2/26/2013

Always great food and outstanding service. The perfect place for lunch meeting, because you don't have to talk over the noise. Dinner provides a much lively place for a fun evening! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 2/22/2013

Best food, service and great neighborhood vibe. We have been going every Sunday for at least 5 years and our group varies in size from 4 to 34. more
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Vibrant Rice Village eatery pairs Mexican, Cuban and Spanish food with a standout wine list.

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  • El Meson Spanish Restaurant is known for their Award Winning Spanish Wine List-Located in the Rice Village in Houston, Texas has been serving authentic Latin dishes for more than 27 years. El Meson has one of Houston's best wine lists and has won several awards including the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Each month, El Meson hosts an incredible wine dinner from various regions around the world. Call for more information. Our menu includes a variety of Tapas, nachos, soups and salads to start your meal. Experience dishes such as Paella-The finest golden thread Spanish Saffron and Authentic Valencian Rice.We offer a variety of fish or beef served with your choice of Mexican, Cuban or Spanish Style Rice. Enjoy a private dining experience which accommodates up to 28 guests Ideal for Rehearsal Dinners, Birthdays or a wine dinner with family & friends. Visit El Meson today!

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  • The Scene
    Family-owned and operated for more than 20 years, this former Mexican restaurant has gradually added Cuban and Spanish dishes over the years. Cozy banquettes line the front...

  • 1/16/2007 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10pm; Fri 11am-11pm; Sat 11am-10pm; Sun 12pm-10pm
  • Payments: American Express, Cash, Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: South Central, University Place
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