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Gerardo's

7.3 โ€ข Mexican restaurant
๐Ÿฅ˜ Food
๐Ÿ– BBQ
๐Ÿ– Barbecue
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Mexican Food
๐ŸŒฎ Carnitas
๐ŸŒฎ Taco
๐Ÿงบ Market
๐Ÿ’˜ Date Spots
๐ŸŽฏ Authentic
๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking Available
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Old warehouse-style space with 1960s taqueria design and authentic Barbacoa draws weekend crowds despite high prices and limited hours. Atmosphere feels rustic and unpolished, reflecting traditional Mexican meat market roots. Food orders come by taco or pound, emphasizing shared, casual dining.
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People are saying

"I found the best barbacoa in town here."

"I found the barbecue here to be excellent."

"The barbacoa taco is tender and easily shredded."

Good to know

1

Gerardo's is open only on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

2

Expect a weekend crowd, including families and churchgoers.

3

You can order tacos by the piece or by the pound.

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Gerardo's
7.3
609 Patton St, Houston, Texas, United States
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