Ruthie's Tex-Mex – Mexican
Ruthie's Tex-Mex pulses with the vibrant energy of a neighborhood fiesta, where the air is thick with the savory scent of charred meats and warm, hand-pressed tortillas. Guests gather over sizzling platters of beef fajita street tacos and smoky tacos al carbon, each bite a celebration of bold spices and tender, flame-kissed proteins. From the crisp, layered textures of the Chalupa Ana to the bright, coastal zest of fresh fish tacos, the kitchen delivers a soulful journey through the heart of Texas-Mexican tradition.
16687 West Airport Boulevard, Sugar Land TX 77498 https://ruthiestexmex.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Dairy-Free at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Mix and Ribs and William's Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Mix and Ribs and William's Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including William's Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gold Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gold Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including William's Platter and Gold Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including William's Platter and Gold Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
Ruthie's Tex-Mex in Sugar Land has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Caballero Chicken Taco Al Carbon and William's Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Ruthie's Tex-Mex
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Tacos | 1 g | 77.3 g |
| Fort Bend Tex-Mex Combo | 29.5 g | 45.1 g |
| Tacos De Pescado | 13 g | 35.8 g |
| Chalupas New Braunfels | 51.9 g | 27.9 g |
| Crispy Taco | 29.9 g | 19.9 g |
| College Station Tex-Mex Combo | 31.3 g | 17 g |
| El Magnifico with Beef Taco Al Carbon | 34 g | 16.5 g |
| San Jacinto Tex-Mex Combo | 76.1 g | 15.5 g |
| Fajita Mixed Quesadilla | 15.3 g | 12.6 g |
| Chalupa Ana | 24.4 g | 12 g |
| El Caballero Chicken Taco Al Carbon | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Cheese Enchilada | 1 g | 8.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the diverse menu variety at Ruthie's, highlighting the wide range of options available for a casual dinner with friends. Celebrated for its approachable and unpretentious atmosphere, the space provides a straightforward setting for a relaxed evening out. Guests value the breadth of the menu selections, noting that the variety ensures a choice for every palate during a group gathering.
Menu
Tacos Al Carbon
- Street Tacos Beef Fajita (3) - $16: Flat grilled beef chucks with special seasoning, avocado rice and charro beans. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Pareja Chicken Taco Al Carbon - $22.95: 2 chicken fajita tacos rolled in flour tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Pareja with Beef Fajita Taco Al Carbon - $31: 2 beef fajita tacos rolled in flour tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Magnifico with Chicken Taco Al Carbon - $18: Chicken taco, taco al carbon and chicken flauta. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Magnifico with Beef Taco Al Carbon - $20: Beef taco, taco al carbon and beef flauta. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Caballero Chicken Taco Al Carbon - $16: 1 Chicken fajita taco rolled in flour tortilla. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Caballero with Beef Fajita Taco Al Carbon - $18: 1 beef fajita taco rolled in flour tortilla. Available at: dinner, lunch
Chalupas and Tacos
- Soft Tacos - $12.95: Choice of seasoned ground beef or ranchera chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chalupa Ana - $15: 1 large flour chalupa, beans, lettuce, chile con queso, and choice of fajita beef or chicken. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos De Pescado - $14.95: 2 beer battered fish tacos with Ruth's dressing. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Taco - $12.95: Choice of seasoned ground beef or ranchera chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chalupas New Braunfels - $13.95: 2 corn chalupas, beans, chile con queso, and lettuce. Ranchera chicken or beef. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Tex-Mex Combos
- San Jacinto Tex-Mex Combo - $15: Big tamale, cheese enchilada, and crispy taco. Available at: dinner, lunch
- College Station Tex-Mex Combo - $22: Cheese enchilada, chili relleno, and taco al carbon beef or chicken. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Comal Tex-Mex Combo - $17: 2 cheese enchiladas and crispy beef taco. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Galveston Tex-Mex Combo - $16: Shrimp enchilada and crispy beef taco. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hidalgo Tex-Mex Combo - $13: Chicken flauta and cheese enchilada. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bandera Tex-Mex Combo - $16: Carnitas, cheese enchilada, and crispy beef taco. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Travis Tex-Mex Combo - $19: Fajita taco beef or chicken and cheese enchilada. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fort Bend Tex-Mex Combo - $20: Cheese enchilada, crispy beef taco, and choice of fajitas. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fajita Mixed Quesadilla - $13: Toasty quesadilla with mixed fajita meat and cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas Mix and Ribs - $22: Combination of mixed fajitas and ribs. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasoned Ground Beef Chimichanga - $13: Deep fried burrito filled with seasoned ground beef. Available at: dinner, lunch
- William's Platter - $33.95: Signature house platter. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Enchilada - $14.95: Traditional cheese-filled enchiladas. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Gold Margarita - $7.95: Signature margarita. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mango Margarita - $10: Mango flavored margarita with optional Chamoy and Tajin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ruthie's Tex-Mex
- Is Ruthie's Tex-Mex dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ruthie's Tex-Mex has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Mix and Ribs and William's Platter.
- What can I eat at Ruthie's Tex-Mex on a dairy-free diet?
- Fajitas Mix and Ribs and William's Platter carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ruthie's Tex-Mex have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including William's Platter and Gold Margarita.
- Is Ruthie's Tex-Mex gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ruthie's Tex-Mex?
- Soft Tacos, at roughly 77.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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