What to order at Herrera's Cafe

Must order
Breakfast tacos; huevos rancheros with house red salsa since 1949
Editor tip
Cash preferred, card accepted. Go early; the line builds from 9am on weekends.
CuisineBrunch
StyleOld-school Tex-Mex brunch
Price$$
Price range$10-$18
Neighborhoodoak-cliff
HoursMon-Thu 08:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 08:00-23:00, Sun 08:00-22:00
BookingWalk-in
Last verified

Must order: Breakfast tacos; huevos rancheros with house red salsa since 1949

Tip: Cash preferred, card accepted. Go early; the line builds from 9am on weekends.

Location

Address: 2853 W Illinois Ave, Dallas, TX 75233

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