Mornings in Houston start early, and at Cassidy’s Mesquite Kitchen, so do we. Nestled in the heart of downtown, we take pride in serving handcrafted mesquite breakfast tacos prepared over a real wood fire grill. From slow-smoked brisket to chorizo and eggs, our breakfast is built on bold flavor and honest ingredients.
We’re not just about serving breakfast—we’re about starting your day with heat, soul, and Texas-style satisfaction.
Why Mesquite Makes All the Difference
We cook every taco over a mesquite wood grill, and that one choice changes everything.
Mesquite wood burns hot and fast, and it infuses our meats and eggs with a smoky, earthy essence you can’t replicate. Unlike flat-top grills or microwaved meats, the flavor you get from open flame cooking is deeper and more satisfying. It’s what gives our brisket and egg tacos that signature char around the edges and why our spicy chorizo lands with both fire and finesse.
We don’t just use mesquite because it’s traditional—we use it because it makes our food taste better. That’s the whole point.
Our Signature Breakfast Tacos
Breakfast tacos are more than just a staple in Texas. They’re a cultural mainstay, and ours are built to match that expectation. Every taco starts with a soft flour or corn tortilla, served warm and ready to hold your choice of fillings:
- Farm-Fresh Eggs (scrambled or over-easy)
- Applewood Smoked Bacon
- House-Made Chorizo
- Crumbled Sausage
- Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes
- Slow-Smoked Brisket
- Shredded Cheese
- Grilled Veggie Mix (Peppers, Onions, Jalapeños)
You can build your own or try one of our favorites. Either way, it’s made hot to order—fast, but never rushed.
Brisket & Egg Taco – Our Bestseller
The brisket and egg taco is the one our regulars ask for by name. We smoke our brisket low and slow, then finish it over the mesquite grill. Each piece is chopped, not sliced, for better texture and more bark-to-meat ratio in every bite.
We pair the brisket with fluffy scrambled eggs, a sprinkle of sharp cheddar, and fresh pico. The end result is a handheld bite of BBQ and breakfast rolled into one.
Want a taco that eats like a meal? Add a dash of our house-made salsa verde and a side of seasoned breakfast potatoes, and you’re good to go.
How We Source Our Ingredients
We start early every morning to prep fresh, never frozen ingredients. Our eggs are cracked daily. Meats are seasoned in-house. Tortillas are delivered from a local Houston supplier who makes them fresh each morning.
This approach takes more time. But it means no reheated proteins and no shortcuts.
We know that good food comes from good prep. That’s why we’re intentional about how we source and store our ingredients—and why we prep for flavor, not just speed.
Made for the Downtown Rush
If you’re in downtown Houston between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM (Monday–Friday), our breakfast window is wide open.
Our shop is optimized for quick turnarounds without sacrificing food quality. Whether you’re headed into an office or grabbing something post-workout, we’ll have your order ready and hot. You can even call ahead or order through local delivery partners during breakfast hours.
And if you’re nearby, you’ll smell the mesquite grill before you even see us.
Taco Customizations & Add-Ons
You don’t need to settle for a standard build. Our menu allows you to mix and match any of the following:
| Add-On | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extra Egg | $1.00 | Farm fresh, cooked your way |
| Cheese (Cheddar/Jack) | $0.75 | Melted or sprinkled |
| Breakfast Potatoes | $1.00 | Roasted with bell peppers |
| Guacamole | $1.50 | Made fresh daily |
| Bacon or Sausage | $2.00 | Choose one or both |
| Chorizo | $2.00 | Spicy, house-seasoned |
| Extra Brisket | $3.00 | Smoked overnight, chopped |
| Jalapeños or Pico de Gallo | $0.50 | Adds a tangy or spicy kick |
Each add-on is grilled or warmed before serving, so nothing feels like an afterthought. You’re not stacking cold toppings—you’re enhancing flavor.
Why Houston Locals Keep Coming Back
We’ve seen all kinds of regulars over the years: downtown workers, students from UH, early risers headed to nearby hospitals, and folks who simply won’t start their day without a taco.
Their feedback? The consistency. We don’t change our process. The grill stays hot, the tacos stay full, and we serve every order with the same goal—make it taste like the first time, every time.
People also appreciate that we stay in our lane. We’re not trying to be everything to everyone. We serve Houston breakfast tacos the way they should be made—over real fire, with real ingredients, at a real value.
We’re Not Just Brisket: Meet the Mexican Egg Taco
For those who prefer something lighter or meat-free, our Mexican egg taco is a hit. It includes:
- Fluffy scrambled eggs
- A sautéed mix of bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños
- A touch of cheese (optional)
- Topped with fresh pico and a sprinkle of cilantro
We grill the vegetables over the same mesquite fire, which locks in the smoky flavor without overpowering the eggs. It’s a great option for vegetarians or anyone who wants that morning flavor hit without the meat.
Breakfast Taco Combos
To keep things simple for morning commuters, we offer combo options:
- Combo #1 – 2 Tacos + Coffee
- Combo #2 – 1 Taco + Breakfast Potatoes + Coffee
- Combo #3 – 3 Tacos + Bottled Juice
These are built for grab-and-go, but they also come with full-size portions and the same quality ingredients as everything else on the menu.
Local Guide Mentions
We’ve also been featured in several local business roundups. In fact, we were recently spotlighted as a top breakfast taco stop in Houston. Our mesquite grill and commitment to downtown service earned us a mention among Houston’s essential taco breakfast spots.
We didn’t chase that recognition—it came from years of keeping it real and staying consistent.
What Customers Are Saying
Here are a few real quotes we hear often:
“You can taste the fire in the meat. This isn’t some flat-top taco—it’s real.”
“I keep coming back for the brisket and egg. Nothing else hits the same.”
“It’s fast, but you never feel like they rushed your food. That’s rare downtown.”
“I wish they were open on weekends. I dream about those chorizo tacos.”
Visiting Cassidy’s Mesquite Kitchen
📍 Location: Downtown Houston
🕖 Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 10:30 AM
☎️ Ordering: Walk-in or call ahead
💳 Payment: Card & contactless accepted
We don’t operate like a chain or serve out of pre-packaged containers. We grill, wrap, and serve each taco like it’s the only one we’ll make that day.
Want to Order Ahead?
If you’re tight on time, consider ordering ahead through our website or partnering apps. We’re also part of select downtown office breakfast programs, so check with your building concierge or HR if you’re interested in group delivery.
Final Thoughts from the Grill
We’re not reinventing breakfast tacos—we’re just doing them the way they should be done.
If you’re in Houston and haven’t tried our mesquite breakfast tacos, we invite you to swing by between 7 and 10:30 AM. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, we’ll serve you something hot, full of flavor, and made with care.
Let your morning start with mesquite.
