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Cardenas, the premier Breakfast restaurant in Giddings, TX, serves up delicious Latin American and Mexican cuisine that will leave you craving for more. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to craft mouth-watering dishes that blend traditional flavors with modern twists. From fluffy omelets to savory tacos, our menu has something for everyone. As a family-friendly Mexican restaurant, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and a warm atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a quick lunch, or a satisfying dinner, Cardenas is the perfect destination. Conveniently located at 922 S Main St, Giddings, TX 78942, we're easily accessible and offer ample parking for our guests. So why wait? Come visit us today and taste the difference for yourself!

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Michael Spinler
Michael Spinler -Google user
Edited 6 years ago
What a great little Mexican restaurant! We wanted an off the wall cozy place to eat after Sherwood Forest, and we found it. Green salsa was awesome, service great, and our food was fantastic! We were hungry and forgot to take pics. BTW...price is right...Read More
Mike B
Mike B -Google user
2 years ago
Quaint restaurant, looks to be family owned. Ordered the menudo and it was excellent. 2 large tortillas accompanied it, which was just enough to be enjoyed from start to finish. The tortillas were unusually good. I wish I could be a fly on the wall...Read More
Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Claudia Aviles
Claudia Aviles -Google user
2 months ago
Delicious food, friendly service and good prices. If you are passing by Giddings and you are looking for a place to eat I do recommend this place!!
Breakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 52 people
Terri Rivera
Terri Rivera -Google user
4 years ago
Do not let the exterior fool you! This was some of the best Mexican food, that I have ever eaten. It was delicious and the service was excellent! My only complaint is it located too far from my house.
Dine inLunch$1–10
Roy B
Roy B -Google user
5 years ago
I love this place!!! Great Mexican breakfast spot that's a family owned and run business! Shop local!
Tej Pandit
Tej Pandit -Google user
4 months ago
A very quaint and unassuming place, but packed with joy and happiness inside. The service was great, and the servers were really friendly. The food was really good too. The eggs were cooked perfectly, and they nailed the sunny side up. Some items could use...Read More
Dine inBreakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5Somewhat recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Ryan M.
Ryan M. -Google user
4 months ago
My girlfriend and I stopped by here on the way to Austin. And OMG. It was amazing. We have honestly talked about how it may be worth an hour trip to just eat here again.
$10–20Atmosphere: 5No wait
Cynthia Garcia
Cynthia Garcia -Google user
8 months ago
My family and I went to a funeral in Elgin. It was 9:00 am. We were driving around looking for a good Mexican breakfast. Every restaurant we passed was closed I googled for a Mexican place that was open. It mentioned Cardenas. When we arrived...Read More
Dine inBreakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Angela Wilson
Angela Wilson -Google user
Edited 4 months ago
Absolutely delicious 😋 home 🏡 style cooking 🍳. Our favorite breakfast spot!
Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5Tacos, Taco Plate, Eggs MexicanaReservations not required
Andrea Reesing
Andrea Reesing -Google user
3 years ago
So delicious! Such friendly staff and the food was amazing! Green salsa is spicy and the red was juicy and full of flavor. Food was hot and fresh. Homemade tortillas were awesome! Really yummy, and we’ll be back!
Dine inLunch$1–10
Marilyn Rose Morrison
Marilyn Rose Morrison -Google user
a year ago
Warm small town cafe atmosphere. Fast and friendly service. Excellent Mexican food, as good as I used to get in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. Stephanie took really good care of us.
Nathan Jang
Nathan Jang -Google user
2 years ago
Given the competition in the food industry, it's relatively easy to find good food...what's even harder to find is a restaurant that has high quality service. Cardenas certainly has both! …
Christie Loyd
Christie Loyd -Google user
a year ago
The service are so amazing!! They do even cook with vegetarians foodstuffs. And it tasted so delicious. Plus Deaf friendly.
NOURI Abdelmounaim
NOURI Abdelmounaim -Google user
a year ago
This place is amazing 🤩, come try their tacos. Super friendly staff. You'll definitely enjoy the food and the atmosphere here. …
Kristiana Gump Padgett Pohorelsky
Kristiana Gump Padgett Pohorelsky -Google user
4 years ago
The Carne Guisada is so good. It is so lean and tender. It is flavored perfectly. I always get the meal so I can get the rice and the homemade tortillas to wrap up together. I've been going there for years now. They are very...Read More
Maria Suarez
Maria Suarez -Google user
2 years ago
Great Mexican Restaurant.. had been here 7 yrs ago and I just had to stop by once again (on the road) fantastic service and reasonable prices. !!! I love this place, makes me feel at home.
Adam H
Adam H -Google user
2 years ago
Great food, staff couldn't be any friendlier excellent service all around wonderful place to eat.
Sahaira Castillo
Sahaira Castillo -Google user
3 years ago
Delicious food! Great service & place feels just like home!! Definitely recommend!
P Garcia
P Garcia -Google user
6 years ago
Great little restaurant. Had the delicious combo#1 with chips, salsa and an order of guacamole. Truly honest and delicious tex-mex. Staff friendly and effecient. Glad I stopped of for lunch on my way through town.
Rosie Harney
Rosie Harney -Google user
5 years ago
The BEST Menudo & Caldo de Res in town......Hard to beat this place on anything you order.....Homemade tortillas are huge & always fresh!! Just a Great place to eat & bring the family whether it’s Breakfast or Lunch. Fabulous wait staff & cooks!! ...Read More

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