Lupe Tortilla – Mexican
The air hums with the festive energy of a Texas original, where the intoxicating aroma of lime-marinated beef searing on a hot grill draws guests into a vibrant, sun-drenched space. Diners indulge in the theatrical ritual of tableside guacamole and rich, melted queso before diving into legendary, sizzling fajitas and decadent crab-stuffed avocados. Each plate arrives as a celebration of bold, smoky flavors and generous hospitality, creating a spirited atmosphere where every meal feels like a grand, festive occasion.
2414, Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX, 77098 +17135224420 https://tex-mex.com/west-university-downtown/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Fajitas
- Grandioso - $65.95: 1Lb. beef & chicken, (6) bacon-wrapped pepper shrimp, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese, grilled onions, rice & frijoles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbacoas - $63.95: 1Lb. beef & chicken, spicy chipotle smoked ribs & jalapeño sausage, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese, grilled onions, rice & frijoles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maximo - $101.95: 1Lb. beef & chicken, (6) bacon-wrapped pepper shrimp, (4 Pc) jalapeño bacon-wrapped quail, spicy chipotle smoked ribs & jalapeño sausage. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sonora - $79.95: 1Lb. beef & chicken, (6) grilled shrimp, (4 Pc) jalapeño bacon-wrapped quail. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Fajitas (1 lb.) - $64.95: Lime pepper marinated beef, hand-pressed tortillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheddar, onions, rice & frijoles. Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Chile Con Queso - $8.95: Cheddar cheese dip.
- Queso Compuesto - $11.95: Carne Molida, guacamole. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tableside Guacamole - $14.95: Freshly prepared avocado dip. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Stuffed Avocado - $19.95: Avocado, lump crab salad, tomatoes, green onions, pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Nachos Con Poblanos - $18.95: Frijoles, chicken, Jack cheese, poblano peppers, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, jalapeños. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soups
- Tortilla Soup - $16.95: Grilled chicken, tortilla strips, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, Jack cheese, poblano peppers & sliced avocado. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $16.95: Iceburg lettuce, grilled chicken fajita or carne molida, tortilla chips, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, tomatoes. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Avocado Salad - $19.95: Mixed greens, avocado dressing, tomatoes, corn, avocado, poblanos, queso fresco, grilled Gulf shrimp, fried tortilla strips. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Carne Asada - $30.95: 10 oz. steak served with rice & frijoles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Lupe - $32.95: Carne Asada, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, peppers, Jack cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon - $25.95: 8 oz. fillet, roasted red butter, jalapeño tartar sauce. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Lupe - $17.95: Cheese enchilada, tamale, ancho sauce, carne molida chalupa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos al Carbon - $18.95: (2) Chicken fajita, flour or corn tortillas, queso, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros - $8.95: Cinnamon sugar, chocolate, caramel dipping sauces. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tres Leches - $9.95: Vanilla cake, three milks, whipped cream, seasonal berries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Original Margarita - $8.95: 100% Reposado Tequila, Triple Sec, lime. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prickly Pear Margarita - $11.95: Sauza Hornitos Tequila, Triple Sec, lime, prickly pear cactus syrup.
- Sangria Roja - $12.95: Red wine, Presidente Brandy, Cointreau, fresh citrus.
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