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Houston · Southbelt / Ellington

Rey del Pollo

Cozy Southbelt cantina serving unapologetic, homey Mexican flavors

MexicanFamily-friendly
Rey del Pollo

What to know

Rey del Pollo opened to serve Southbelt residents a simple promise: honest, familiar Mexican food done right. Built around a compact, welcoming space, the menu leans on time-tested favorites — grilled carne asada, made-to-order tacos and unexpected burger riffs — that feel like home. In a city full of culinary experiments, this restaurant matters because it celebrates comforting, reliable flavors that keep neighbors coming back.

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