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Xuco Xicana

2416 Brazos St.
Houston, TX 77006

713-523-8181

http://www.elpatio.com

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Hours:Sun,Tue,Wed,Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Price:$$
Features: Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Takeout
Serving: Brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Alcohol: Full bar
Parking: Parking Lot Available, Street Parking, Valet Parking
Reservations: Reservations Not Accepted

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Old and new blend together at Xuco Xicana (pronounced "Chuco Chicana") in Midtown, which features Tex-Mex classics from its old roots as El Patio – try the queso and the famous blue margaritas – and modern interpretations of interior Mexican dishes, like ceviches made with Gulf bycatch and spicy Jalisco chicken wings.

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