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Rooster's Diner

Restaurant

👍 Nice little quite yet fun spot. Old Yanas 615 location. Eat indoors or outdoors. Today we tried had the Chips & Queso, Brisket Nachos, and the Korean Chicken Wonton Tacos. The chips and taco shells were freshly fried which is definitely a plus! They tasted great! Loved the flavors of of both meals.... People often mention great, service, good, amazing, tacos, brisket, time, delicious, beef, fries,


Address

615 N Sam Houston Ave, Odessa, TX 79761, United States

Website

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Contact

+1 432-614-5414

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (225 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 3 pm, 5 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 3 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (21) service (14) good (12) amazing (11) tacos (11) brisket (10) time (9) delicious (9) beef (9) fries (8)
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  • 4/5 E C. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little quite yet fun spot. Old Yanas 615 location. Eat indoors or outdoors. Today we tried had the Chips & Queso, Brisket Nachos, and the Korean Chicken Wonton Tacos. The chips and taco shells were freshly fried which is definitely a plus! They tasted great! Loved the flavors of of both meals. Wasnt much of a fan of the queso but it was ok. Tried the churros but they were a tad bit too oily for me. 🙃 *Something to keep in mind is that you can rent this spot as a venue! Nice outdoor and bar area.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark N. 7 months ago on Google
    First time customer and I will be back!! I had the daily special, jalapeño chicken sandwich with the "dressed fries" which were fabulous!! Eat here!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alfredo Tercero E. 2 years ago on Google
    I been meaning to try this place , it didn't let me down. I had the most delicious brisket grilled cheese sandwich.. the pork dumplings appetizers are great as well .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natalie R. 8 months ago on Google
    I've been coming here for a long while now, and I somehow cannot ever eat anything but their Rooster fries with the Korean beef (yummy). This time I tried their special, chilaquiles with chicken as the protein. They were so yummy and came with 2 eggs on top just like I like them!! It's a great option for lunch, but come early if you are in a hurry. Service is always great, everything is clean, and portions are good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John A. 7 months ago on Google
    Unique blend of flavors. We dined on the sesame chicken wantons and the brisket quesadillas. For appetizer indulged the chips and queso, fast service, clean .. the food presentation is colorful and inviting. It's casual dining at its finest. The only item missing is salsa..... They should consider making some. I bet it would be awesome based on the flavorful food that's served here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Scott D. 2 years ago on Google
    Meh... not horrible but not great either. Went for brunch and the food was OK. Oddly, they only had bottled drinks (water, tea, and soda). The food came out quickly and was fresh, but mine was served on a small Styrofoam plate and my wife's came in one of those little cardboard trays (think county fair hot dog). The utensils they gave us were cheap plasticware, wrapped in a cocktail napkin (Again... think county fair food vendor). Like I said, the food was decent and the service was acceptable, but they need to up their game on presentation if they want to charge those prices. Probably won't go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew S. 1 year ago on Google
    Enjoyed everything I've tried. The only thing I wish they had more of was a better drink selection. I'd say this is one of the most original and delicious places to eat in Odessa. Food is favorable and good quality, the chili sauce is perfect, the grilled cheese is amazing. Eat here now.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beatriz C. 3 years ago on Google
    I love this place! My favorite are the rice bowls with your choice of protein
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Devon S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, great service & an amazing atmosphere. You can't go wrong with the normal menu & the specials are just that... special. A definite must.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Phillip M. 1 year ago on Google
    I got the tacos and my gf got the nachos. I choose the Korean beef and when I got it. The beef had very little flavor and I'm white. The beef also was extremely dry and looked like something I'd feed my dog from their food. My gf got the nachos and she also got thr Korean beef same thing she didn't even want to finish hers. I on the other hand am known to be a garbage disposal so I ate hers. Extremely bland queso like something you'd get from 7/11 or something.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kim S. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the food here. It's a favorite place for lunch, either going in to eat or picking up to take back to work. Great food and people.

  • 5/5 Carlos P. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome weekly special BBQ smoked pork spare rib plate! Smoked Brisket and pork spare ribs is a must have protein! Great job Team Rooster’s Diner!! Paula and her kitchen staff doing a fantastic job! A+

  • 5/5 Susan G. 1 year ago on Google
    I tried a bacon cheeseburger and fries there. Seriously good stuff! It was a great price for the amount of food I got. And! It was better than the Angus burgers I have gotten at other restaurants. The fries were perfectly seasoned and crunchy. Service was fast. The owners are both very sweet. I really loved the outdoor setup for the upcoming Dueling Pianos performance. I will definitely go again.

  • 5/5 IDontWannahName 4 years ago on Google
    Any of the wonton tacos are always delicious. Dumplings are some of the best I've ever had

  • 4/5 Donna U. 4 years ago on Google
    Had the Tacos they were super delicious

  • 5/5 David P. 2 years ago on Google
    I want to start by saying that the food is amazing I haven't tried anything like this in a long time!! Is the perfect combination of two cultures! Friendly staff! the girls are really nice and they get your food ready in a timely manner! I can't wait to try all the items in the menu!!.. totally recommended!👌🏼👍🏼

  • 5/5 Viktorija R. 4 years ago on Google
    If you haven't tried it, do it! There isn't any food that is not good! Not many options on drinks and not the most kid friendly place, but I still take mine and we all love the food!!

  • 5/5 Marie K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food and service. Wish they had more open hours.

  • 5/5 Shahala T. 4 years ago on Google
    Love their food for lunch. Perfect fusion of Mexican and Asian.

  • 2/5 Aidan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Well the food was decent. They have a wrap on the menu but it’s not even a wrap it’s just a head of lettuce with meat. The service is kinda bad and there queso taste like velvetta.

  • 5/5 Frank m. 4 years ago on Google
    Good prime rib and service

  • 5/5 Andy H. 2 years ago on Google
    I have had take out and dined in here. It's a lovely restaurant inside. Seating is on benches or makeshift stools. The outside Seating area is nice as well. Staff is courteous and efficient. Food comes out quickly. Great spot for lunch. The food is delicious and unique.

  • 3/5 Sandra López R. 1 year ago on Google
    If you are a small group it's fine, but for a large group it was not a good experience. They messed up most of our orders with more than 30 minutes difference between the food for all the member of our table (some people had finish and other hadn't even started) they took way too long and also messed up with the ticket.

  • 5/5 Beatriz C. 4 years ago on Google
    Really like this place, the food is so good will be back for sure! Will recommend this place to family and friends!!!

  • 5/5 Amanda C. 1 year ago on Google
    can’t say enough about how good this place is. the brisket tacos are everything, i’d eat them every single day if i could 😂 and the chicken bacon bagel sandwich at brunch is amazing 👌🏼

  • 5/5 Eddie S. 1 year ago on Google
    Love the food and atmosphere. Food is not overpriced, and dishes are phenomenal. The korean beef rice bowl is one of my favorites. Good place for happy hour, too.

  • 1/5 SSmokin2010 1 year ago on Google
    Food is always good but sadly didn’t get any this time. We sat outside to get seated quicker since it was lunch break but we were forgotten. After 10 minutes of no one coming out we got up to leave then someone was finally in their way out but we didn’t have the time to spare.

  • 5/5 Christina a. 1 year ago on Google
    Abby has amazing customer service. The food was great. The potsticker were good, wonton tacos was also very tasty the only thing I would recommend is a different birria recipe but besides that it’s definitely worth trying.

  • 5/5 J.R. V. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a mexican- asian fusion place. I know it sounds weird. I had won ton tacos. Little tacos in won ton crisps. They crunch so good. There was brisket grilled cheese, the smoke on the brisket is super. And the pork asado quesadilla, the asado was perfect. I cannot say anything bad about the food. It was the best food I have ever had for this price point. The service was excellent. She made accommodations for our dogs. I had two service dogs that most restaurants balk about having to accept. They were great. If anybody goes to Odessa, TX. Stop here.

  • 5/5 Alicia D. 1 year ago on Google
    You just really can't go wrong here. It's one of my absolute favorite places for lunch, and every person I've taken for the first time becomes a regular. The food is super fresh, not too heavy, and you will NEVER get less than superior customer service. If you've never gone, give it a try, you'll get hooked.

  • 5/5 Laura F. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was great and the service was even better! Simple menu and a nice little clean place to eat! We will definitely be back 😊

  • 3/5 Dale A. 10 months ago on Google
    Took thirty minutes to get the lunch for our group of five, even though there were only four other customer in the establishment. The food was decent...nothing special .

  • 4/5 Keisha 5 months ago on Google
    Love supporting local business! This place is a gem! It does not disappoint: great location, great food and great atmosphere! I would highly recommend eating here!

  • 5/5 Roger C. 4 months ago on Google
    Awesome food at a great price. Clean with good parking. Going to take my wife to eat soon.

  • 5/5 miguel h. 3 years ago on Google
    Super appetizing. The staff was very kind and attentive. Prices are decent for the quality.

  • 5/5 Marat N. 5 years ago on Google
    A pleasant surprise in Odessa. Mexican and Asian Fusion. Great atmosphere and flavor.

  • 5/5 mikimartinez13 3 years ago on Google
    What a special place! Beautiful, simple decor; very clean. I got BBQ brisket grilled cheese and fries with some nice sauce on them. Followed by sopapilla cheesecake. The waitress I THINK her name was Anjelica was sweet as could be. She let me use her phone because I was stranded without one. All around a great place and they deserve your business!!

  • 5/5 Corina M. 3 years ago on Google
    If you are looking for a locally owned place to drop in for some delicious food with a blend of ingredients that consists of Mexican and Asian than Rooster's is the place to be! From food truck to diner, the service is always amazing and the atmosphere alone brings you back! I am excited for the cool new additions to come!!

  • 5/5 Bertha S. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the wonton tacos with the Korean beef and dumplings! Delish

  • 5/5 Stephanie B. 3 years ago on Google
    I love the nachos! So tasty!! Everything we have tried so far we love! ❤️ Also, the staff is friendly and the restaurant is clean which is a must!

  • 5/5 Alfred C. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite places to go eat. I highly recommend it. The rooster fries, the pork dumplings, and the deserts are awesome.

  • 5/5 Alisha S. 3 years ago on Google
    I love Roosters. Their tacos and wanton fries are my favorite. Not to mention their sopapilla cheesecake. Definitely recommend. It’s a must try.

  • 5/5 Susana D. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing and staff is friendly. I recommend this place to everyone! You won't be disappointed!

  • 5/5 Anita M. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and amazing service! Definitely a must try place! At work we all order something from here at least twice a month!

  • 5/5 today p. 3 years ago on Google
    Roosters Diner is an awesome little place. Very nice/quiet place with delicious food. The food is quite a bit different than anything else in the Permian Basin that I've ever had. My favorites so far are the pork dumplings and the brisket wonton tacos. I would also suggest you try their chips, salsa, and queso!

  • 1/5 Rii S. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is really great but the waitress comes after 25 min to take the order. Also serves wrong order twice. I ordered chicken and got a brisket. It's very upsetting to eat a brisket bcz I havent tasted beef until that day. And I had to spit it out. Its just a lot of feelings. I told the waitress this isn't my order, she simply comes and tells its a wrong order. No apologies and nothing. It's a big del for me who doesn't eat beef or pork. Some people don't get it. I don't like when people do that.

  • 5/5 Jessica C. 3 years ago on Google
    Never a disappointment with Roosters, now that they are doing the bar addition to the back yard it's going to be even better. So glad they signed up with Door Dash as well :)

  • 5/5 Joshua w. 3 years ago on Google
    First time eating here but the food was amazing great surrounding great feel awesome staff.

  • 5/5 chryo7 3 years ago on Google
    great food and great service!! Free cheesecake? Yes thankyou!!

  • 5/5 Vanessa M. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is so delicious! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 cynthia h. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved the wonton tacos

  • 5/5 Allen V. 3 years ago on Google
    Dropped in on Tues. The bill was fair I would say. Food is like a restaurant in Louisville I liked.

  • 5/5 Jeanette P. 3 years ago on Google
    i love visiting here. definitely worth going back to. the bill was reasonable. mood here reminds me of colorado springs area.

  • 5/5 Lizzie S. 3 years ago on Google
    I've had the pork dumplings, wonton tacos, rooster's fries, and brisket grilled cheese thus far and it has all been fantastic. Definitely will continue returning.

  • 5/5 James W. 3 years ago on Google
    Wontons, Rice bowl and Tacos were incredible, as usual. Wish they were open for dinner more.

  • 5/5 Jessica V. 3 years ago on Google
    I ordered my food to go for the first time and it was super easy! I called it in, and picked it up curbside. The server was so polite and the food was amazing as always! The portions were great and everything was packed neatly ♡

  • 5/5 Shannon D. 3 years ago on Google
    By far my favorite restaurant in all of Odessa. I highly suggest the rice bowl.

  • 4/5 Baltazar D. 4 years ago on Google
    It's like a mix of asian and mexican food. Quite good.

  • 5/5 Jamie A. 4 years ago on Google
    East merts west for the best!

  • 5/5 Ron P. 4 years ago on Google
    Back again...

  • 5/5 Sunshyne G. 4 years ago on Google
    Always tasty!

  • 5/5 Martin S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place with some lovely decor. You'll find a really unique fusion of Asian and Mexican food here.

  • 5/5 BigYotaGang 6. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing. Almost every plate is worthy of the 5 stars. Excellent fusion of Mexican and Asian. It just works so well together. Anytime I have a day off or I’m home early, me and my wife head out for some roosters.

  • 5/5 Frank M. 4 years ago on Google
    Good prime rib.

  • 5/5 Connor M. 3 years ago on Google
    Roosters is by far the best locally owned restaurant in Odessa. The atmosphere makes you feel at home in the food is amazing. Well it might not seem like it, a lot of their choices can be extremely healthy and delicious at the same time. Let’s not forget their weekly specials that change each week leaving us, the consumers, guessing at which culinary delight will be next week. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in the Odessa area!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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