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El Tiempo Cantina

5526 Washington Ave.
Houston, TX 77007
Heights
713-681-3645
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  • Mon-Tue 11am-9pm, Wed-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 9:30am-11pm, Sun 9:30am-9pm
  • $$
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Catering, Delivery, Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Takeout
  • Reservations Accepted
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Carnitas, barbacoa and chicharrones are favorites by the pound at this Spanish-speaking carnicería. Their market features enormous meat-filled tacos and plate lunches that are surprisingly affordable.

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