“It is always a blessing to visit someplace in the North Shore community that has been around for generations and continues to meet the needs of the community. In addition to the wonderful selection of meats, they open their community parking lot on Sundays for an afternoon of praise and worship.”
“This spot is the real deal! My first time here I got a hoagie and fries and tried the deviled eggs. It was a please to speak with George and Mike, both were very personable. I would certainly recommend this location. Fairly priced for such good food. Words can’t describe the quality. I will be sure stop by again and try something different.”
“My family had lunch there. The restaurant is a stylish, friendly yet intimate environment. The staff left nothing to guess for us. They explained every item on the menu I inquired about. Our person was Moe. A funny, professional, delightful person. The meal was delicious. This is our new place!”
“I love this place. Use to go to Lafayette, Louisiana when my daughter lived there. Wound buy these wonderful chickens stuffed with shrimp. My favorite, but would buy others, too. You”
“They have a fresh meat display, fresh vegetables display, hot prepared food, a multitude of dried herbs & spices, many bagged snacks like chips, chilled bottled drinks like beers, sodas, water, & more. The friendly personnel speaks English and Spanish. We enjoyed our visit.”
“Best Barbacoa in the East Side of Houston…family owned and operated for over 30 years at least from what I remember. You better get there early Saturday & Sunday morning because they run out fast!”
“Top notch shop with the highest quality cuts in town. Andy was very welcoming and professional. He helped me pick out two great cuts- Picanha and Bavette. You will pay a premium l but I promise it is worth every penny.”
“I was just walking by and happened to stumble upon New York Butcher Shoppe, and I’m so glad I did! From the moment I walked through the door, I was greeted with outstanding customer service. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable.
I honestly wasn’t planning on buying anything, but after seeing the amazing selection of high-quality meats and the way the staff took the time to help me, I couldn’t leave empty-handed. The entire store was clean, well-organized, and stocked with premium products.
If you’re in Houston and looking for top-quality meats and exceptional customer service, this is definitely the place to go. I highly recommend it! If I could give them 10 stars, I absolutely would. I’ll definitely be back soon!”
“When we first to the US i thought i ll never find those again but i found their website through chatgpt and got this order from them so far nothing is broken prices are amazing (definitely more expensive than back home) but they re on the cheaper side my only complaint is the shipping was more expensive than the products ?”
“Hands down THE BEST Pan Dulce!!! I bought a concha and it was soooo soft and delicious. I bought a chicken taco as well, very flavorful. So happy to find a new spot in Cypress!!”
6:30AM - 8:30PM
2372 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston
Butchers
“Here enjoying the rich variety of food, I loved coming to this very cozy place to come and have lunch with the very friendly family with good treatment as well as finding a variety of products from my country ❤️”
“The cashier Cindy is a lovely person and very friendly. If you need something and can't find it, she'll definitely help you. Excellent customer service.”
“1st off was reading reviews ohh that ticked me off ppl hv compassion&I'm talking bout the jerkwho complained about a homeless person WTH is wrongW/U#1hes probably a Vet it doesn't matter,I feel like any owner has the rt to serve whomever they want.It'sgreat that the owners care and dnt judge.This place is the best.”
“The ladies were so kind and helpful. I don't speak Spanish but they helped me navigate my order at the deli and I left there over welmed with kindness. You have a loyal customer.”
“Stopped by the other day for their amazing Marinated Fajitas and got so much more! The staff was very friendly! I was able to try their Chicharrones and Guacamole, both were DELICIOUS! I can’t wait for my next visit ♥️”
“This place usually has what I'm looking for and everything is always fresh! Only gave 4 stars because the staff is a bit rude to people who don't speak spanish.”
5:30AM - 8:30PM
4953 Polk St, Houston
Butchers
“The people at are nice just the people at the kitchen there no nice they don’t say hola can I help you nothing so they look mad like they don’t want to work”
“I really like their food, their items that are from Mexico, and they are very kind to people, their prices are reasonable, the cook in the back at the little restaurant that's the only tacos I eat they are amazing they taste authentic.”
7AM - 9PM
11655 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston
Butchers
“Went there for breakfast at 11:30 am. Had 2 tacos of barbacoa. They were delicious. Many foods to pick from and they all looked delicious, Going there for lunch next time. Very friendly service.”
“I love the gorditas here with fajita! Good vibes and man dont forget to graba fresh avocado at the front by the register. Was there yesterday ?! And yes Im eating my avocado ? this morning .”
“Best seasoned fajita to put on the bar b q grill! People are very kind and friendly! Amazing atmosphere with hot food on the side to serve your delicious taste buds!”
“The only place that carried green almonds in season. Well worth the drive if you're from Texas. The gentleman at the cashier was had so much knowledge on the variety of fruits and was educated on the store products. Ended up purchasing some great long grain basmati rice. We certainly will be coming back.”
“Good portion size and prices at the cafeteria inside. The green sauce on the table is great. They were friendly and twice called a guy to help me with questions as my Spanish es malo. Thank you, #10 earned a repeat customer.”
“The food have a real homemade flavor and the meat always fresh, I buy barbacoa and carnitas every weekend.And Mr. Ayala always listens and pay attention to any comments, concerns or complaints; and appreciates a complement.”
“We stopped by tonight for dinner. The food was delicious and fresh.
I hope they stick around, it's nice to have a taco place on the corner”
“Very good service from the cashiers, only that they have a butcher who always wants to sell you more than what you asked for, if you ask for 1 lb, they give you 2. It's the only thing they need to improve.”
“The description says it all. But, I'll try to add. Overheard two older latin woman talking about how good a certain cafe in walking distance in the Lindale Park neighborhood on a Friday October morning. So, I decided to try it for breakfast. But, there were three cafes, so out of the three choices I settled on Matamoros Meat Market. It did not disappoint!
I've known going to eat at meat markets add points to the food quality and dining experience often. Upon walking in its a meat market and small grocery offering things that go with meat, like wine, seasoning, spices, cheese & even charcoal. They have small refrigerated fresh food bin with fruits & vegetables suck as potatoes, bananas, lemons, squash, okra, onions, garlic, cucumbers, cabbage, peppers, avocados and tomatoes.
But, wanting breakfast tacos I found the food counter and in my best spanish I order two sausage (they were out of bacon), egg, potato, beans and rice breakfast tacos. I then looked for OJ and discovered they had fresh juices: OJ, OJ & Carrot, Green juice & OJ & Beets. Perplexed, I asked a woman passing by who informed me, she wasn't an employee. Enter Izzy, my savior. She recommended the green juice and it paired well with my breakfast taco; mellow, fresh ingredients & slightly refreshing. I sat in a raised L-shaped metal counter with high wooden chairs. There was ample dining tables and another I-shaped wooden table to my back.
Did I mention the ladies cooking the food were patient angel as I studdered through my ever improving Spanish that I've let languish for years-in Texas, nonetheless. But, I made it through 80-90% of ordinary in spanish, when the lady taking my order called in help. But, we got 'er done. The ladies were sweet, patient and industrious. But, above all they were great cooks. My tacos were expected to be an adventure, but instead they were balanced, flavorful and delicious. So much so, I didnt even use the red salsa provided because the sausage was so delicious with glaze sauce. As, I sat there I realized I was swaying to great upbeat latin music that was authentic, modern and infectious dance hall music, normally produced by large groups of actual musicians at an outdoor festival with horns, bongos and real singers. I thought great music, excellent food, and the opportunity to immerse myself in latin culture, but more importantly practice my forgotten spanish in a real world setting.
Final thought, there was nothing to not recommend at Matomoras Meat Market. The patron was pleasant and kept to themselves. It was a amazing dining experience. I will be back!”
“Weather you just grab a few tacos on the weekend or you grab a few pounds of fajita for the bbq, you can always guarantee that it will be fresh and taste amazing.”
“Nostalgic, I ❤️ this place. Nothing has really changed just now as an adult I completely understand why my dad and grandma shopped here. Mike (OG) is the man, always a great experience shopping here. Meat is absolutely delicious ? ?”