Taquilo's Tex-Mex Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Taquilo's Tex-Mex, where authentic flavors come alive! Nestled at 2101 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX, this vibrant eatery offers a tantalizing range of dishes that truly celebrate Tex-Mex cuisine.
The menu is a delightful mix of traditional and inventive options. Start with their El Jefe Chimichanga, topped with cheddar queso, or try the Taquilo’s Soon-To-Be-Famous Pork Skins, crispy and expertly spiced. For taco lovers, the Shrimp & Lobster Taco is a must-try, with a savory stuffing that bursts with flavor.
Don’t miss out on their fresh guacamole or impressive Queso varieties, which set the perfect stage for any meal. Diners rave about the warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service, making every visit feel special. Whether it's a casual lunch or a festive dinner with friends, Taquilo's Tex-Mex promises an unforgettable culinary experience!
Lunch Menu - Daily Lunch Specials
Fiesta Plate
Crispy beef taco, soft chicken tinga taco, cheese enchilada.
Baja Shrimp Tacos
Two blackened shrimp tacos topped with pineapple chimichurri slaw, pineapple pico de gallo and chipotle aioli.
El Jefe
Chimichanga topped with green chile queso and your choice of chicken or beef fajita.
Taquilo's Pescado
Baked panko-crusted mahi mahi, topped with pineapple pico de gallo.
Shrimp & Lobster Taco
Grilled stuffed flour tortilla stuffed with Jack cheese blended with spinach, shrimp and lobster.
Queso
Mexican cheese dip, available in regular or large servings.
Queso W/ Ground Beef
Queso blended with ground beef, available in regular or large.
Queso W/ Beef Fajita Meat
Melted cheese combined with seasoned beef fajita meat, typically served as a hearty appetizer.
Queso W/ Chicken Fajita Meat
Chicken fajita meat in melted cheese. Regular or large portions.
Guacamole Fresco
Made to order. fresh avocados blended with spices red onions tomatoes cilantro lime juice and jalapeno.
Taquilo’s Soon-To-Be-Famous Pork Skins
Crispy pork skins, often served with a blend of spices, hinting at a soon-to-be famous recipe.
Taquilo’s Chicken Besos
4 or 8 pieces. Jalapeño & queso fresco stuffed chicken, bacon wrapped & char-grilled served with chipotle aioli sauce for dipping.
Shrimp Besos
4 or 8 pieces. Jalapeño & queso fresco stuffed shrimp, bacon wrapped & char-grilled, served with chipotle aioli.
All Day - Apperitivos
All Day - Quesadillas
Chicken Quesadilla
served with guacamole, pico, and sour cream.
Ground Beef Quesadilla
served with guacamole, pico, and sour cream.
Shrimp Quesadilla
served with guacamole, pico, and sour cream.
Taquilo’s Ceviche
Shrimp & fresh fish marinated with tomato, onion, lime, cilantro and avocado.
Spicy Tuna Ceviche
Fresh ahi tuna marinated in lime & cilantro with avocado & fresh jalapeños.
Gulf Shrimp & Lump Crab Coctel
Marinated in a traditional habañero cocktail sauce with avocado, cilantro & fresh jalapeño.
Fiesta Ceviche Combo
Enjoy both of taquilo’s fresh delicate ceviche recipes and shrimp & crab cocktail.
All Day - Ceviches
All Day - Ensalada
Taq-O-Salad
Crispy tortilla shell with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, black olives, sour cream, guacamole, & pico with cilantro cream dressing.
Mahi Mahi Tacos
Three corn tortillas filled with fresh grilled fish, chimichurri slaw & dressed with chipotle aioli.
Tacos Al Carbon
2 - Flour tortilla with your choice of chicken or beef fajita. Served with rice, your choice of beans, pico, & guacamole.
Tacos De Camarones
Three corn tortillas with fresh sautéed gulf shrimp, chimichurri slaw, & pico de gallo dressed with chipotle aioli.
Beef Tacos
3 - Seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomato and shredded cheese on choice of tortilla. Served with rice & beans.
Chicken Tinga
2 - Shredded ranchero chicken, lettuce, tomato and shredded cheese on choice of tortilla.
Shrimp & Lobster Tacos
Three corn tortillas with fresh sautéed gulf shrimp, chimichurri slaw, & pico de gallo dressed with chipotle aioli.
All Day - Taquilo's Tacos Especiales
All Day - Combinaciones
Island Summer Plate
One beef taco, one bean chalupa, chile con queso tostada, and guacamole.
Special Plate
One ground beef chalupa, two enchiladas, choice of beef, chicken tinga or cheese, with rice & beans.
Pollo Poblano Plate
Three cheese & chicken tinga stuffed poblano peppers, topped with texas chili gravy and pico.
Homemade Tamale Dinner
Three homemade pork tamales topped with Taquilo's Texas chili gravy & melted cheddar cheese. Served with rice and beans.
Taquilo’s Fiesta Nachos
Tortilla chips, layered with seasoned ground beef, beans, queso, jalapeños & pico. with sour cream and guacamole
Chicken Fajita Nachos
Topped with refried beans, jalapeños and shredded cheese. with sour cream and guacamole
All Day - Nachos
All Day - Enchiladas
Traditional Cheese (3)
Topped with taquilo’s texas chili gravy & melted cheese.
Classic Beef (3)
Seasoned ground beef topped with taquilo’s texas chili gravy & melted cheese.
Chicken Tinga Verde (3)
Topped with melted cheese & sour cream.
Spinach (3)
A blend of spinach, mushrooms & onions, topped with cilantro cream sauce and shredded cheese.
Chicken Fajitas
Grilled over an open flame and served with fresh flour tortillas, rice, frijoles a la charra, pico de gallo & guacamole.
Beef & Chicken
Grilled over an open flame and served with fresh flour tortillas, rice, frijoles a la charra, pico de gallo & guacamole.
Beef Fajitas
Grilled over an open flame and served with fresh flour tortillas, rice, frijoles a la charra, pico de gallo & guacamole.
Shrimp Fajitas
Served with fresh flour tortillas, rice, frijoles a la charra, pico de gallo, and guacamole. med.
Veggie Fajitas
Zucchini, squash, onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, & pineapple. Served with fresh flour tortillas, rice, frijoles a la charra, pico de gallo & guacamole.
Mixed Grill (Serves 2)
Skewer of grilled chicken and beef fajita, shrimp besos and vegetables, with pineapple and pico de gallo. Served with rice and frijoles a la charra.
All Day - Fajitas
All Day - Dessert
Sopapillas
Light pastries dusted with cinnamon & sugar, served with cajeta sauce & honey.
Churros
Sugary, sweet churro bites served with caramel sauce for dipping.