Brothers Taco House

1604 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77003, United States
+1 713-223-0091
$$$ Mexican restaurant , Breakfast restaurant , Fast food restaurant , Latin American restaurant , Taco restaurant
(4391 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Brothers Taco House is a straightforward, no-frills Mexican spot deeply rooted in Houston’s East End neighborhood. It functions primarily as a breakfast and fast-casual taco restaurant that attracts early risers and lunchtime crowds eager for hearty, meat-packed tacos that lean on traditional flavors and simple, satisfying preparation.

The atmosphere reflects its working-class clientele and rapid service style. Expect a steady line, especially on weekend mornings, where patience is rewarded with fresh tortillas and well-portioned fillings like chorizo and egg, potato and egg, or barbacoa tacos. Inside, you can actually watch the staff handcraft tacos, which adds a bit of local pulse to the visit — it’s a line that moves fairly fast despite the steady stream of customers coming through.

Breakfast here stands out, with tacos priced modestly under $3 each, offering a solid start for anyone who appreciates traditional Mexican breakfast fare. Besides their staple breakfast tacos, the daily lunch specials provide variety, rotating dishes like chile relleno or enchiladas paired with rice and beans, making it a practical spot for workers or locals seeking a filling midday meal without breaking the bank.

The vibe is casual and practical — no crisp linen or elaborate plating — but the offerings feel authentic and hearty, capturing the essence of home-cooked Mexican comfort food. The staff typically moves quickly and keeps a friendly but efficient pace, balancing the demand during busy hours.

This place works best for those who value flavorful, meat-heavy tacos and crave a quick but satisfying bite in a lively, bustling environment. It’s especially suitable for morning taco hunters or anyone grabbing lunch nearby. If you visit on a weekend morning, getting there early might spare you some waiting time, but the line does tend to ebb briskly.

Additional small touches, like a communal bucket of vibrant red and green salsas and strong, well-brewed coffee, deepen the local appeal. The restaurant fits naturally into the fabric of its neighborhood as a dependable and straightforward stop for everyone from local workers to longtime residents who want a time-tested taste of Mexican breakfast and lunch fare.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves food
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Has counter service
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

06:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 01:00 PM

4391 Reviews
Carmen A

09 Jan 2026

Great food! Love their breakfast tacos. There is a line in the morning (Saturday around 8:20am) but it moved very quickly. The food look great, you can see them preparing your tacos. They put enough meat, eggs are good fresh. Tacos can with flour tortillas, I think you ask for corn but I didn’t try. The ladies are very nice and welcoming! Bonus points for having a bucket of red and green salsa for us to grab.

andrea depaz

03 Dec 2025

There’s always a line when you come so be ready to wait, and wait to be called in. So far I’ve only tried what’s on the pictures I posted. The food is just rightI haven’t tried much, I’m definitely coming back for an update, but it feels like a home cooked meal . The people are very sweet, or as sweet as any hard working person who is highly focused on getting the job done can be. Hopefully these videos helped, will be going back soon

Misty B

17 Nov 2025

About as authentic as it gets. They have an enormous selection of choices available. I got several egg and potato. The line is always out of the door. If people are willing to wait in Houston heat, that should tell you something. I wouldn’t call these my most favorite taco in Houston as I usually go for weirder, more fusion options (think tofu or veggie). But I will definitely keep returning to this spot.

Sebastian Krüger

12 Nov 2025

Always a line here but it moves quick. Tacos are loaded with meat and full of flavor. I had the chorizo and egg and the potato and egg and both were great. Fast service and a solid spot if you’re in a rush.

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07 Nov 2025

I am of the opinion that this long standing establishment produces the most delicious and outstanding tacos and mexican fare in the entire Houston area in terms of their flavor and sazon! The coffee here is also a must have if you visit and tastes better than even a lot of coffee shops in the area. It is truly an establishment of class and elegance, a most exquisite array of traditional Mexican fare done to the highest culinary standards and meticulous aversion to even the slightest margins of error! Truly, a hallmark of Houstons grand collection of culinary landmarks!

John

07 Nov 2025

Brothers never misses. One of my best taco spots in Houston. Especially wide variety of breakfast tacos. Food is fresh and delicious, service is great. Be prepared though, because there's often a line out the door. But, the line does move fast. It's not a very large place, and it is quite popular. Those who know, know.

Krystal Liu

20 Oct 2025

Visited this taco place a Sunday morning and it was pretty good. There was a bit lineup but moving quickly. Service was nice and friendly. Breakfast tacos were loaded and very tasty. Solid place to have a quick breakfast with reasonable price.

Jake Byman

07 Oct 2025

I see why this place is so popular. Cheap and delicious breakfast tacos. The chorizo was definitely my favorite, but everything we tried was perfect. Generally the clients and staff here speak Spanish, so it's helpful to speak and understand Spanish, but not required! There's a line, but it moves quickly. Parking is a bit tricky, but even with that the experience was smooth.

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