Tio Gordo's Texican Cafe - Odessa

The proprietors many years in the restaurant industry has allowed him to create a variety of dishes that will appeal to the palate of the discerning eater and many others that anyone can love. Friendly service and a well stocked bar add to a relaxing and fun atmosphere that's great for family, business, or sports with several viewing screens well placed. Can't wait to go again. Try the green sauce

Service and food were very poor tonight. It’s Odessa, so I understand the service, but the food was very subpar. Chile verde looked and tasted reheated, chicken enchiladas were ok…just not what I thought a 4.6 star Mexican food place would taste like. That’s our second time to try it and neither time has been great.

My husband and I decided to go to this place for dinner for our date night. Upon arriving we were greeted right away from the Staff and everyone was very friendly. Restaurant looked very clean and nice. I ordered a sweet tea (loved their sweet tea!! and a drink from the bar called a Cinco de Mango and my husband ordered their **** Mary. I didn't know what drink to order because the menu didn't describe what the drink was, all it said was the name of the drink so I asked the waitress and she didn't know so she had to bring the bar tender to our table to tell us what the drink was. Although that was very nice of him to come to our table I found it inconvenient. I would've just wanted to see the description of the drink on the menu not just the name of the drink. But all in all the drink I decided to get was very tasty and my husbands **** Mary was very good as well. The same issue with the food menu, only the name of the plate but no description, I asked what sides the plate came with since there was no description of what the item was or what it came with (I ordered the steak tampiqueno and the waitress didn't know. None of the food items had descriptions. It would've been easier to order if we new what some the items were but other than that the food was good.

First time there...great food, atmosphere and service. We celebrated a birthday for a dear friend something small and cozy. When the owner, Ulysses (excuse the misspelling),was made aware he came over to our table to wish the birthday girl (in her 60s)a special birthday wish and gave her a nice dessert with candle! He offered great conversation and you could see his humbleness and the genuine person he is. The tasteful and delicious food reflects his natural talent and experience with cooking. He and his staff made us feel right at home and welcomed on our very first visit! You will not be disappointed!

We love this place! We have tried many of the menu items and we have not been disappointed with any of them. Everything tastes fresh and so flavorful! Tacos Al Pastor are my personal favorite but the enchiladas and chile rellenos are a close second. Plus, the staff are wonderful and so attentive! Definitely a gem for this growing neighborhood!P.S. Don’t skip the desserts… they are amazing! :