Located at 9920 Stella Link Rd, Houston, TX 77025, Don Pepe stands as a welcoming destination for those seeking an authentic and comforting dining experience. In a city as diverse and expansive as Houston, finding a place that feels like a true neighborhood staple is a rare delight. Don Pepe has cultivated an environment where the focus remains squarely on the quality of the ingredients and the warmth of the service. Whether you are a local resident looking for a reliable spot for a casual meal or a visitor exploring the culinary landscape of the area, this establishment offers a consistent and inviting atmosphere that centers on traditional flavors and thoughtful preparation.
The philosophy behind the kitchen at Don Pepe is rooted in the belief that great food does not need to be overly complicated. Instead, the team prioritizes the integrity of their recipes, ensuring that every plate served reflects a commitment to culinary standards that guests have come to appreciate over time. The setting is designed to be approachable, making it an ideal backdrop for family gatherings, quiet dinners, or a midday break from the bustle of daily life. By maintaining a balance between classic techniques and a friendly, relaxed service style, the restaurant has carved out a distinct identity within the Houston dining scene.
What Makes Don Pepe a Local Favorite
Authentic Flavor Profiles: The menu is carefully curated to highlight traditional recipes that emphasize depth of flavor and fresh, high-quality components. Each dish is prepared with an attention to detail that honors the heritage of the cuisine, ensuring a genuine experience for every guest who walks through the doors.
Welcoming Atmosphere: From the moment you arrive at 9920 Stella Link Rd, the environment is designed to make you feel at home. The staff is dedicated to providing attentive service that enhances the overall dining experience, fostering a sense of community that keeps patrons returning time and again.
Consistent Quality: Reliability is at the core of the Don Pepe experience. Guests can expect a high level of consistency in both the taste and presentation of their meals, which is a testament to the kitchen's dedication to maintaining rigorous standards in every aspect of their operations.
Convenient Location: Situated in a prime area of Houston, the restaurant serves as an accessible hub for those living in or traveling through the 77025 zip code. Its strategic location makes it a convenient choice for anyone seeking a satisfying meal without the need for extensive travel.
A Commitment to Culinary Excellence
At the heart of Don Pepe is a passion for hospitality that extends beyond the kitchen. The team understands that dining out is not just about the food on the plate, but about the entire experience—from the initial greeting to the final bite. By fostering a culture of respect for both the ingredients and the customers, the restaurant ensures that every visit is marked by a sense of satisfaction and comfort. The dedication to maintaining a clean, organized, and friendly space is evident in every interaction, reinforcing the restaurant's reputation as a cornerstone of the local community.
As the culinary landscape of Houston continues to evolve, Don Pepe remains steadfast in its mission to provide a reliable and enjoyable dining option. The focus on simplicity, quality, and genuine service ensures that the restaurant remains relevant and cherished by those who value a meal prepared with care. Whether you are stopping by for a quick lunch or settling in for a more leisurely dinner, the team at Don Pepe is ready to welcome you with open arms and a menu that celebrates the joy of eating well. We invite you to visit us at our Stella Link Road location and discover for yourself why so many neighbors consider this a go-to spot for their dining needs.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Delivery
Drive-through
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Serves local specialty
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Menus
Enchiladas
Enchiladas VerdesUSD 14.95
Enchiladas RojasUSD 14.95
Enchiladas De MoleUSD 14.95
Enchiladas De QuesoUSD 14.95
Enchiladas Suizas (3)USD 17.95
Avocado Enchiladas (3)USD 17.95
Extras
BeansUSD 3.00
GuacamoleUSD 7.50
Chips & SalsaUSD 5.50
RiceUSD 3.00
Antojitos
FlautaUSD 4.95
EsquitesUSD 6.50
QuesadillaUSD 10.25
Tacos De Camaron (2)USD 15.50
HuaracheUSD 6.50
TacosUSD 4.50
TostadaUSD 7.95
EmpanadaUSD 6.50
SopeUSD 5.00
Tacos De Pescado (2)USD 15.50
Breakfast
Enfrijoladas De HuevoUSD 15.50
MigasUSD 13.50
Croissant SandwichUSD 5.75
WaffleUSD 9.95
3 Egg OmeletUSD 15.50
Huevos Al AlbañilUSD 13.50
Huevos RancherosUSD 13.50
ChilaquilesUSD 10.50
Huevos DivorciadosUSD 13.50
Scramble Eggs PlattersUSD 13.50
Chuleta Con HuevosUSD 15.50
Sope PepeUSD 6.95
Breakfast TacosUSD 4.25
Pepe's Breakfast PlateUSD 15.50
Drinks
Mexican Coca-Cola 500 MlUSD 5.50
Iced Cafe De OllaUSD 5.50
Mexican SodasUSD 4.49
Cafe De OllaUSD 4.50
Lunch and Dinner
Caldo De PolloUSD 13.95
Sopa De Fideo CupUSD 5.00
FajitasUSD 21.95
La GringaUSD 19.95
Grilled Chicken SaladUSD 14.50
El SombreroUSD 19.95
Papas Con RajasUSD 15.50
Pepe's Fish FiletUSD 21.95
Sopa De TortillaUSD 8.95
Fish Filet Al Mojo De AjoUSD 19.95
Camarones A La DiablaUSD 19.95
Camarones Al Mojo De AjoUSD 19.95
Calabacitas GuisadasUSD 16.50
Pork Loin In Green SalsaUSD 17.50
Carne TampiquenaUSD 20.95
El ZarapeUSD 19.95
Desserts
ChurrosUSD 3.95
SopapillasUSD 6.00
Drinks
Mexican SodasUSD 4.49
Mexican Coca-Cola 500 MlUSD 5.50
Iced Cafe De OllaUSD 5.50
Cafe De OllaUSD 4.50
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Reviews Don Pepe
Linda Fernandez
08-06-2026
The food here is very good and the restaurant is impeccably clean! The service is good. They make sure you get exactly what you want. We will definitely come back…probably often.
Order type
Dine in
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Walk-ins only
Group size
1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Angela Snajder
26-05-2026
One of our favorite breakfast spots! Absolutely delicious food!!! The tamales were perfect- the masa was light and moist. We tried the pork & black bean and cheese. We loved the chilaquiles!! Fajita was perfectly seasoned and the salsa's were delicious! Quick service and courteous team. Hands down best chilaquiles in Houston!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
USD 1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Green, Huevos Divorciados, Chilaquiles Verdes, Chilaquiles Rojos Con Huevo
thc productions
22-05-2026
My wife enjoyed a large banana leaf wrapped chicken tamale with a side of mole sauce.....called the tamales oaxaquenos....i loved helping her. She also loved a bowl of chicken soup which she'll get two meals out of of.....loved the broth … More
Alan Hernandez
27-04-2026
Disappointing…that’s the best word to describe this place. Here’s why, while the food is good and tastes well made. The dissapointment starts with having to order at the counter but paying full service price, not to mention that they have the audacity to ask for a tip upon ordering, even though everything is self serve and self clean. Then, when you get your food, it gets worse, the portions make you feel like you’re on a diet and do not match the price. We paid almost $40 dollars for two breakfast plates that included 4 tacos covered in beans with 2 cups of coffee. I asked for wifi, No wifi, and the atmosphere is plagued with songs played at Olive Garden….super strange. It feels awkward to eat tacos to classic American rock tunes playing, rather than classic Mexican songs that go along with the food. Good location and decent food but it feels like the owner forgot to create a cohesive dining experience and just feels like overpriced Mexican food. If the service, experience, portion sizes and/or atmosphere matched the price, it would be no problem. However, I left feeling Iike I should have gone to La Michoacána and paid half the price for similar food and better experience. I will be back again in a year to see if this place is still open and will update my review accordingly to see if they made any changes to their service. Follow me for more.
Price per person
USD 20–30
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 2
Group size
3-4 people
Wait time
10-30 min
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace
ugotmapped
23-04-2026
I tried the molé here and it was so good! Next time I will only order it with only rice. It came with beans but beans got in my mole sauce and messed up my mole! Molé doesn't go with beans, all rice for me. Also some other patrons had the … More
Marc Parsons
20-04-2026
An excellent choice. Food quality is high. Family owned. Modest surroundings. The best place to eat in the neighborhood.
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3
Tony Peterson
03-04-2026
We had brunch on Christmas Eve at Don Pepe, and it was great! The chilaquiles were outstanding, as were the gringa and the enchiladas verdes. More
Jose Velasco
19-03-2026
First time in Houston and this place absolutely delivered. The food was excellent, the service was friendly. Definitely a spot I will be coming back to if i’m ever in Houston! More
Kenneth Powell
19-02-2026
The breakfast tacos are great here, among other staples. Go early if you want the full menu of tamales as the meat versions sometimes sell out quickly. Their other breakfast options are solid, as is their cafe de olla, but maybe a sneaky favorite of mine is their fajitas which are very good value.
Parking shouldn’t be an issue, though it’s right on a corner so sometimes if Stella link is backed up, you might have to wait for the traffic light to cycle before you can get out of the lot.
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Margot Cacho
06-02-2026
Absolutely delicious!!!cooked with love! The food was flavorful and not at all oily. Came to this side of town for my son’s soccer game but I am definitely coming back with the family. Thank you!
Order type
Takeaway
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Group size
5-8 people
Brianna D
31-01-2026
I walked here today for lunch while I was waiting for my car to get serviced down the street (about a 10min walk from discount tire) and was met with a clean, festive, quaint space. I believe the owner was working the register and helped me with my questions. I got a fajita beef quesadilla and a tinga (seasoned chicken) flauta—both delicious. Service was friendly and quick and I left feeling a bit better, following my not-so-great morning. I will be back!
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Reservations not required
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Nick Brennan
21-01-2026
Great for breakfast. I ate here five days in a row while staying nearby.
Breakfast is my main meal, and I like it fresh and healthy. … More
Moises Nava
30-12-2025
The best tamales in Houston. I have been here twice and the flavors are amazing. This most recent time I had chilaquiles with egg and they were AMAZING. If they opened a location in the northwest. I will be there every week! Go, thank me later More
Henry Martinez
29-12-2025
A go to place for fantastic and tasty traditional mexican food ! The enchiladas are my favorite ! Had many in Houston and these ones are unbeatable! Go and enjoy! You won’t be disappointed! Same goes for the Margaritas!!! More
Isabella Varela
24-12-2025
Everyone is so nice! The food is so good, if you are looking for good food, good price this is the place
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Tacos
Wait time
No wait
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Jason B
20-12-2025
Ok, at the risk of revealing my new favorite undiscovered gem in a hole in the wall wrapper, this place is awesome. The kitchen is sparkling clean, service is awesome, food is flavorful, and the menu is great.
Give this place a try, you wont be disappointed!
Rafael Mora
17-12-2025
Food is delicious. Had the chilaquiles verdes with eggs and beef fajita. I enjoyed the taste of the sauce, not too spicy and not too heavy. It a softer sauce with a good taste. The beef fajita pieces were cooked well and paired with the food well. I ordered mozzarella cheese instead of the cheese it comes with and it came out great. The gentleman upfront took our order and made it a good experience. Restrooms were clean and the restaurant as well. It looks like the owner takes pride in his establishment. I’ll be coming back.
Order type
Dine in
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Seating type
Indoor dining area
ed win
11-12-2025
Parking is average about 20 cars or slightly more. Breakfast is good, but school traffic may get in the way. It's a great Mexican restaurant, they serve margaritas. I had the Chilaquiles red and green salsa with egg and fajita, plus the trimmings. I wasn't that hungry and I ate it all. The chips are crunchy, hold the sauce well. Fajita is tender. The staff is friendly. I will visit again.
Order type
Dine in
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Group size
1 person
Eduardo MorenoS
12-11-2025
Truly authentic Mexican food from Don Pepe. I had to travel 22 miles to get there and try their tamales and it was worth it. Their churros are made to order so they come super fresh and are cooked to perfection. Their tamales are also very … More
Deborah Lin
01-11-2025
This is a wonderful little neighborhood spot that I’ve been coming to for the last 3 years. The owner clearly cares about putting out good quality, homestyle food in a cozy and casual atmosphere. The iced cafe de olla and Mexican hot … More
Salvador C (Houston Tile Works)
25-10-2025
On our way back home after visiting a client, we came across. Inside, it was clean and inviting. My wife had the mole enchiladas, and I went with three Oaxacan tamales. We were both happy with our meals — the green salsa was especially … More
Rose Opal
14-09-2025
Lovely restaurant, I used to come here when it was miss Lee's burger place so this place is dear to my heart and I'm glad to see it still standing and thriving. I always get the breakfast tacos and there my favorite. Staff is very friendly and great
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Oscar Benitez
09-08-2025
First time coming here. I ordered the chilaquiles with fajita and over easy eggs. Of course I had to get their café de olla to pair with it. The food was so good, it made me feel like I was home in Mexico 🇲🇽.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Austin Abu
05-08-2025
Visited Tamales Don Pepe for breakfast and it was a pleasant surprise. The restaurant did a good job of getting the order and packaging out to go order. The presentation was nice and the food was full of flavor. I really enjoyed the mole enchiladas and the chilaquiles. More
Ms. Drenay
02-08-2025
This place has the best breakfast tacos I've ever had in my life. I first came across them at the the coffee shop Coffee Trend but they stopped getting the sausage breakfast tacos because they weren't selling. Well I like them so much that … More
Miguel
22-07-2025
Tamales Don Pepe is a hidden gem, a true hole-in-the-wall spot that captures the essence of authentic Mexican flavors. The tamales are nothing short of amazing, a testament to the culinary prowess that resides within this unassuming … More
Venessa Rosales
09-07-2025
This place is great! Don’t let the plaza it’s in fool you. Great customer service by the owner himself and fantastic food. Clean and quaint. Can’t wait to come again with the rest of the family. Had the chilaquiles with red and green sauce , fajita tacos, and huevos rancheros. Loved the refried beans and coffee. More
Vanessa Vazquez
02-07-2025
My husband and I love this place. Perfect for breakfast and lunch. They are super quick. We have been here several times, food is always good and fresh. More
Angela Carranza
09-06-2025
My favorite coffee now! The iced Café de Olla. Been coming here for years. Love the food too. Usually get bacon egg and cheese tacos, sopes, tostadas. I think I have tried all the dishes at this point and I love them all. More
Adam Montoya
06-06-2025
I'm surprised by the high ratings this business has received. When we ordered, a few menu items were not available. … More
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