Carne Guisada Plate
$13Slow-braised beef in a rich tomato and pepper gravy, served with rice, beans, and warm flour tortillas.
Our story
A little cafe with a lot of soul
Dona Maria Mexican Cafe has been a fixture on Navigation Blvd for years, feeding Houston's East End with the kind of food that actually tastes like someone's abuela made it. No shortcuts, no fuss — just honest cooking served with a warm welcome every time.
The menu sticks to what works: slow-cooked meats, handmade tortillas, rich salsas, and plates that leave you full and happy. Our regulars keep coming back because the food is consistent, the portions are generous, and the people behind the counter actually know your name.
