Restaurants in Mcallen
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Best Restaurants
“Nico! was a great waiter.. !! food is even better!!.. definitely would come back! Great service!!”
“Best Japanese food in the valley great food and service highly recommended 💯✌️”
“stopped in for lunch after arriving in town. Delinah was exceptional. She had a smile and attention to detail for menu items was pleasurable. It is nice to see someone excited to be working and enjoy the surroundings.”
“Had such a great experience at this location! Our waiter Eduardo was extremely attentive and welcoming, will definitely be coming back again 😄”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Celebrated our anniversary with one of the best meals we've ever had. Everything was super delicious and Beto was a phenomenal waiter. Ambiance was perfecto❤️Thank you for a wonderful evening!!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“I stopped by for the first time around 8 and had an amazing experience! Anthony provided outstanding service — he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made great suggestions for proteins, sauces, and toppings. Thanks to him, my bowl turned out perfect. Definitely coming back!”
“This is one of the finest if not the best deli in the Rio Grande valley. Their food is top notch. I've been there multiple times, had different subs each time and never had one i didnt like. The atmosphere is excellent. The service is polite attentive and keeps the drinks cold. I will always stop in of I'm in McAllen Tx.”
“I enjoyed it. Not you prepackaged fare the food is good. Presentation is quirky; just jump in it tastes great. I had a turkey special with homemade bread, mashed potatao, green been casserole (where else are you going to get that?) And stuffing. I loved the stuffing. And for context-I do not eat stuffing. Mud pie was good too.
Oh! Get coffee. You like bold coffee?
Get the coffee.
Also the food is really good for the price. Buy a couple pies and some bread. Get a to go dish. Leave a tip. Its that good.”
“Just had a fantastic lunch at Wa Gabose Korean Restaurant with my family! From the moment we walked in, we felt the warmth of hospitality. Kyu, the owner, was super attentive, stopping by our table to make sure we were enjoying our meal. 🥰 The staff was friendly, adding to the great vibe!
We kicked off our feast with delicious Korean dumplings, and we couldn't get enough of that amazing dipping sauce! For our mains, we savored the Chicken Ka Su, Beef Dolsot Bibimbap, and the mouthwatering Beef Korean Style Ribs. Each dish was packed with flavor, and the sides were fresh and tasty!
If you're looking for a cozy spot with delicious food and excellent service, I highly recommend Wa Gabose! Can't wait to go back!”
“Ok. So we went to Red Lobster to try their new seafood boil bag. We've been loyal Mr Crabbys seafood boil bag customers for 5 years. Finding really great seafood outside of NH is hard. So hard..... Until now. The RL boil bag is far superior. Here's why: 1. The seasoning is just right. Choice of garlic & butter or Cajun. Got the Cajun- because that's the only seasoning in a proper boil bag that's acceptable. 1a. The seasoning is far better as it's not drowning in oil- causing constant crab splatters. 1b. The seasoning does not overpower the taste of the seafood like Mr Crabbys does. You can actually taste the lobster- shrimp and crab. 2. The bag comes with 6 more shrimp (12 total) than Mr Crabbys 6. The lobster tail is split fully in half rather than just slashed down the top spine- making it difficult at Mr Crabbys to pull the meat out in one swipe. (That's what she said) 3. The bag does NOT come with sausage if you order the Mariners Bag. However it can be added. Here's the closer- it's REAL Andouille sausage- not kielbasa. Me Crabbys has been using kielbasa the last few times we went. If you know the difference in flavor- you'll understand why this matters. 4. I wore my bib cuz I'm accustomed to having the food drip all over me as I crack and work for my reward. It was not needed. Even with dumping the bag into the tray- it was not over saturated in oil- but rather delicately seasoned with butter. Over all- we have a new Sunday Boil Bag date location. I never thought I'd stray from Mr Crabbys- but shockingly- Red Lobster has become the affair worth having. They did good with hiring this new CEO who brought this brain child to my beloved Maine lobster Locale here in the Deep South. If yall see this- please- from this coastal New England girl trying to get a nut in the RGV.....don't ever drop this from the menu. Sincerely Your newest fan.”
“Our server, karen, was very attentive and answered all of our questions and even gave us many recommendations on what to try. It was my first time here and I’d definitely come back again! Amazing server!”
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“Ok. So we went to Red Lobster to try their new seafood boil bag. We've been loyal Mr Crabbys seafood boil bag customers for 5 years. Finding really great seafood outside of NH is hard. So hard..... Until now. The RL boil bag is far superior. Here's why: 1. The seasoning is just right. Choice of garlic & butter or Cajun. Got the Cajun- because that's the only seasoning in a proper boil bag that's acceptable. 1a. The seasoning is far better as it's not drowning in oil- causing constant crab splatters. 1b. The seasoning does not overpower the taste of the seafood like Mr Crabbys does. You can actually taste the lobster- shrimp and crab. 2. The bag comes with 6 more shrimp (12 total) than Mr Crabbys 6. The lobster tail is split fully in half rather than just slashed down the top spine- making it difficult at Mr Crabbys to pull the meat out in one swipe. (That's what she said) 3. The bag does NOT come with sausage if you order the Mariners Bag. However it can be added. Here's the closer- it's REAL Andouille sausage- not kielbasa. Me Crabbys has been using kielbasa the last few times we went. If you know the difference in flavor- you'll understand why this matters. 4. I wore my bib cuz I'm accustomed to having the food drip all over me as I crack and work for my reward. It was not needed. Even with dumping the bag into the tray- it was not over saturated in oil- but rather delicately seasoned with butter. Over all- we have a new Sunday Boil Bag date location. I never thought I'd stray from Mr Crabbys- but shockingly- Red Lobster has become the affair worth having. They did good with hiring this new CEO who brought this brain child to my beloved Maine lobster Locale here in the Deep South. If yall see this- please- from this coastal New England girl trying to get a nut in the RGV.....don't ever drop this from the menu. Sincerely Your newest fan.”
“Last night, Myra and I had one of the best date nights we've had in a long time at Santa Fe Steakhouse. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that set the tone for the evening. The lighting was just right, the music soft enough to enjoy conversation, and the service was exceptional professional, attentive, and friendly without ever feeling rushed. The food was simply outstanding. We started with an appetizer, Fried Cauliflower that was perfectly seasoned and fresh, followed by our entrées that exceeded expectations. My steak was cooked exactly how I asked tender, juicy, and full of flavor while Myra's dish was equally impressive. Every bite reminded us why Santa Fe Steakhouse has such a great reputation. The drinks were perfectly mixed to match the night's mood. But beyond the amazing food and atmosphere, it was the company that made the evening unforgettable. Sharing laughter, good conversation, and genuine connection with Myra made the night feel special in every way. Santa Fe Steakhouse didn't just serve great food it helped create a memorable experience that I'll truly cherish. Highly recommended.”
“I have lunch here periodically and today I came again. To which the restaurant manager asked, was I here 2 days ago, I said, Yes and they returned my AirPods, which I forgot about. I didn't even notice that I lost it. So many thanks to the waiter who saw this and returned it and to the manager who remembered me and brought my headphones.
Roy and Maresa thank you so much”
“Delicious food and great service. We had a child in our group with Celiac's disease and the server and kitchen staff were so helpful to assure us there was no gluten or cross contamination in any of the dishes we ordered. Very much appreciated!”
“Last night, Myra and I had one of the best date nights we've had in a long time at Santa Fe Steakhouse. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that set the tone for the evening. The lighting was just right, the music soft enough to enjoy conversation, and the service was exceptional professional, attentive, and friendly without ever feeling rushed. The food was simply outstanding. We started with an appetizer, Fried Cauliflower that was perfectly seasoned and fresh, followed by our entrées that exceeded expectations. My steak was cooked exactly how I asked tender, juicy, and full of flavor while Myra's dish was equally impressive. Every bite reminded us why Santa Fe Steakhouse has such a great reputation. The drinks were perfectly mixed to match the night's mood. But beyond the amazing food and atmosphere, it was the company that made the evening unforgettable. Sharing laughter, good conversation, and genuine connection with Myra made the night feel special in every way. Santa Fe Steakhouse didn't just serve great food it helped create a memorable experience that I'll truly cherish. Highly recommended.”
24 Hour Restaurants
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“No suelo calificar negocios, pero este lo amerita. Desde hace mucho tiempo estaba buscando unos tacos muy buenos y los encontré, excelente servicio desde que me atendieron en el teléfono, súper accesibles, me hicieron delivery a mi casa y de igual manera el chofer nos atendió excelentemente bien (Héctor) y llegó calientito todo. Tienen un sazón delicioso muy difícil de encontrar en el valle! Denles una oportunidad y no se arrepentiran”
“I tend to order a large amount of tacos here and unlike other stores I have never gotten a mean look and my tacos are made full and fast. This store has become my go to when traveling to work in the mornings. Addedly, Carolina the store leader was awesome for taking over due to a lack of employees and had my order ready rapidly. Thank you.”
“Great place if you love pool (12$ per person to play until closing) . It was masculine feeling , with the kind of country music divorced dads play. The drinks were delicious though!”
“We cannot recommend enough! Chantelle & Ethan at the bar were so welcoming and made the absolute best recommendations for both food & drinks. The homemade pasta is something you dream of.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Love the yummy food! I totally recommend for new, fresh food that is good for you! Kinda healthy, not heavy food. You must try!!! Always take my nieces and sister and everyone leaves super happy 😊 😋 The Valley totally needed a taste of delicious, Mediterranean food 👌”
“Love the food here and the variety of different flavors. BUT PLEASE BRING BACK THE $3 NURI TAKO FOR TACO TUESDAYS 😭😭😭”
“Candy was our waitress and was very helpful and polite! Food was really good. We got 2 molcajete mar y tierras and Candy did a great job at preparing them in front of us!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“I've never met them, but through some business dealings I learned that the owner of this place is, I think, a 2nd generation restaurant owner and from everything I've seen and heard, they are really good people. The food is great quality and the prices are totally decent. This place is definitely worth a try.”
“I will definitely visit again. The service, food and cocktails were all outstanding.”
“This is my first time visiting Texas and we decided to try this place out for breakfast. I can honestly say this place did not disappoint. To start the cafe de olla is amazing. I was going to ask for creamer to add in but the server told me to try it first then think about adding it in. Thank god he told me to try it first because it was delicious on its own and they serve it in a traditional Jarrito Mexicano. The food was amazing. I got the breakfast torta and it was delicious. My family got the enchiladas, chilaquiles, and omelette and they were very pleased. I also recommend the cucumber lemonade. Our server Enrique was extremely helpful with our order and very attentive. Overall his customer service and the food was amazing. I cannot recommend this place enough. If you are ever in McAllen you should stop by.”
“I have lunch here periodically and today I came again. To which the restaurant manager asked, was I here 2 days ago, I said, Yes and they returned my AirPods, which I forgot about. I didn't even notice that I lost it. So many thanks to the waiter who saw this and returned it and to the manager who remembered me and brought my headphones.
Roy and Maresa thank you so much”
Cheap Eats
“I ordered a combo with no fries, substitute cole slaw and a coke zero to avoid blood sugar issues. I was given a regular coke, so I went back and changed it out. Later I opened my box and saw no cole slaw and extra fries. Cane's is always so good and rarely screws up like this.”
“I've never met them, but through some business dealings I learned that the owner of this place is, I think, a 2nd generation restaurant owner and from everything I've seen and heard, they are really good people. The food is great quality and the prices are totally decent. This place is definitely worth a try.”
“Please give employee Emma on buddy Owens a raise & praise! It was my first time ordering and she helped me so much! she was soo sweet and very polite 10/10 customer service, these days a lot of employees tend to be short or get frustrated with questions, she did not. Very positive attitude definitely will continue ordering from u guys! The food tastes amazing too! Most meal prep places food tastes a little bland but u guys def take time on these meals. Chefs kiss! 🤯👌🏻😋”
“Great experience, amazing staff, the best Mediterranean food! Highly recommended”
“Sever was a little rude but I don’t care, food was good! Except the pizza was a little soggy due to the amount of oil they used for it. But drinks and every else was good.”
“Mi primer visita al Paleque Grill de la Plaza Mall fue una gran experiencia gracias a un gran mesero amistoso y hospitalario David Uribe nos recomendo los mejores platillos y bebidas. Pasamos una noche agradable gracias a sus atenciones. Difinitivamente recomendamos sus servicios.”
“Daughter loves it here. They have games for all ages. There is a hand sanitizing station at the center of the arcade. Pizza may be a little over price but does taste pretty good.”
“La Doble M is the bomb!! Great service, great food and the atmosphere has been excellent!!! Every time we have been for dinning it has been an amazing time!! Thanks Grupo Mendez for bringing a great project like yours to the valley. Much needed!! Looking forward for your next project, coming soon!!!”
“Best pizza out of all PPP in da valley. Great staff, always clean tables, and all around large screen tv’s for football Sundays..👍🏼🍕”
“Service is friendly and fast. The food is good, it's a standard bar menu but it's good. I had their red ale which I enjoyed. As far as atmosphere, friendly, nice, clean, but OMG it's loud.”
“Excelente servicio, menú y calidad de alimentos. Buena cava y excelente carne.😋”
“Went home i tip a amount an it showed up. Different on report.. Wtf”
“Great service, drinks , food and a very great spot to enjoy the evening.”
“Our server, Omar, was extremely attentive and very kind. The food and drinks were FABULOUS!”
“Excelente atención y comida deliciosa, la coliflor asada como entrada y los tacos Cachetada de filete con tuétano deliciosos así como variedad en bebidas preparadas súper ricas,”
“Muy buena comida, pizza, pastas y ensaldas deliciosas, los postres necesitan mejorar mucho”
“Went Mon. Evening to take advantage of BOGO Mom's meatballs & spaghetti special. We noticed wine bottles were 50% OFF & all 3 couples decided to order 1 bottle of wine each couple. We were shocked when Mario, Assist. Mgr., informed us we couldn't order under both of the specials. We told him we didn't see that indicated for wine special. He told us he would allow it this time. We were flabbergasted. Thankfully, our server, Oden provided great service & our meals & hot bread were EXCELLENT!”
“76 bar and kitchen was kind enough to allow us to have our watch party for the SF 49ers game tonight. They had a lot of great prices on food and drinks as well door prizes and games.”
“Huge fan of all the Asian markets in McAllen. It's nice to have access to something uncommon in most of the RGV. This is a great addition to that library, and has been so for a handful of years now. A nice stock of snacks and meats, with miscellaneous items that may pique your interest. Sort of a hidden gem, just across from the de dios store. Again, more of what we need, and more of what I want to see stay in the RGV forever.”
“Ordered a sincronizada and tacos de bistec. Do need to say, they were so good. Definitely will not be my last time there. Will say better than the two taco places near by.”
“😍great food I eat here all the time food is always good. never disappointed”
“Just had lunch right now after mass. Our waiter Markus R, gave us exceptional service and was very attentive to my families needs. We appreciate this level of service as it's getting harder and harder to find!”
“the valentines tacos were so good and the heart churros as well. Our server Cynthia was kind and her service was a 10/10 😮💨 had such a good attitude🫶🏻”
“Great food, fast service, and good acoustics for conversations! We have a member of our family with hearing impairment and this is probably the only restaurant where the ceiling has acoustic panels to dampen the reverberation.”
“If you live in the Rio Grande Valley, you have probably been to this restaurant. It is local food at relatively low prices, and it is open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Remember that this is a small town, not a big city, so staying open all night is unusual. We tried it a couple of times. We ordered bean tacos, egg tacos, and coffee. It was good Mexican food. They have a breakfast combo that is very popular: 2 tacos plus coffee for about $5. We went through the drive-through window. The service was friendly and relatively fast.”
“Venga a bailar y disfrutar de su bebida favorita "Xplendor Musical" los invita. Hoy sábado tropical, entrada gratis antes de las 9:00pm después de las 9^00pm sólo 5 dollars.”
“I've never met them, but through some business dealings I learned that the owner of this place is, I think, a 2nd generation restaurant owner and from everything I've seen and heard, they are really good people. The food is great quality and the prices are totally decent. This place is definitely worth a try.”
“I went here awhile ago wen I visited my father. Food. And drinks were amazing. Ii always. Talk about the amazing food that they have! I can't wait to go back!”
“Todo delicioso, menudo y caldo tralpeño y excelente servicio al cliente, olvidamos el telefono y salieron corriendo entregarlo. Muchas gracias🙂”
“We had an excellent dinner, food was delicious, portioned well, and came out in a timely manner. Our server Ms. Jane did an excellent job tending to us and answering our questions we had. She made sure that all our needs were met above and beyond!”
“It is expensive to dine here but worth the money! All the meat you can eat and the sausages are delicious”
“I seemed. The atmosphere is very cool and apart from the fact that it is outdoors there is still not much of it. People, the music is great. And I hope to return there. It was my first time with a friend who took me. And I hope. Invite me again.”
“ordered a 32 piece and were not disappointed! got Nashville hot and santa fe. Nashville wasn't very hot but still tasty. wings were great size and cooked perfectly. so juicy. fries also good. just needed a tad more seasoning. 8 out of 10 will order again!”
“Empezamos muy bien nuestro domingo, Nos encantó el lugar, muy limpio, acogedor, agradable. La comida deliciosa y muy sabrosa. Tuvimos muy buena suerte con la atención del mesero, felicidades Roberto y gracias por estar al pendiente. 100% recomendable”
“Come by and ask for Alondra for an above and beyond experience. Alondra's patience and friendly personality paired with the freshest food is worth every cent.”
“First time coming here it was also my birthday ❤️ Ordered 2 shrimp plates and a chicken quesadilla Everything was delish! Our server Benjamin was friendly and quick! Food portions were great for the price!”
“Vida made our entire experience absolutely unforgettable. From the moment we sat down, she radiated warmth, professionalism, and genuine kindness that instantly set the tone for the evening. She wasn’t just attentive—she anticipated everything we needed before we even had to ask. Her recommendations were spot-on, her timing was perfect, and her ability to balance attentiveness with giving us space was flawless.
What really sets Vida apart is her personality. She’s not just friendly, she’s magnetic—engaging in conversation with a natural ease that makes you feel like you’re her only table, even when she’s clearly managing everything around her with effortless grace. It’s rare to meet someone who can combine exceptional service with such authenticity, but Vida does it beautifully.
I’ve had great service before, but Vida redefines what “great service” means. She turned a simple night out into something truly special. Honestly, if you’re lucky enough to have Vida as your server, you’ll understand why I’m already planning my next visit. She doesn’t just elevate the meal—she elevates the entire experience. Vida is hands down the best waitress I’ve ever had, anywhere.”
“Finally got to have dinner here. Impressed with the service, drinks and food. Not once were we looking for our server…she was awesome. We will definitely be back.”
“Last night we had dinner. First we got there without reservation and the smiley hostess asked us if we wanted to sit on the bar, we said yes. The bar tender is a great guy, he works like crazy, smiling and taking care of business and customers. The food took a little long to come but it was delicious, we had Alfredo pasta and lasagna, both great taste. At the end tiramisu to go, it was really good. Clean, friendly and tasty place, We’ll go again!!!!”
“One of my friends decided on this spot and it couldn't have been better. Food was great, the atmosphere was very inviting, and the service by a young lady if I remember correctly her name is Jordan was just terrific.”
“Thank you so Much had a Great Birthday Celebration we were a Party of 10 and had Great Service and Our Cook made it even better Loving what he does which is giving People Great Service”
“My little grandaugther had so much fun with family and friends!👧🏻👍🎉🎉🎉”
“We had a great experience for my mom’s 84 birthday! Food was delicious and customer service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend this restaurant for everyone!”
“muy bonito lugar para visitar en mcallen la comida esta muy rica todo lo que provamos esta delicioso sus salmoin con vegetales super recomendado y steak tambien lo recomuiendo muy buen servicio superrrrr recomendado ;)”
“Delicious Kingcrab, Oysters everything 🥰 We spend a great afternoon there with my Family We recommended”
“the environment is not the same since the live band DKDA on Thursday is not there anymore they have some dude djing and he suxs they need to bring back the live band DKDA that would sing and make it great I won't be coming back anymore!!!!”
“Chill vibes. True 80s music ( some 90s). Great crowd.. girls just wanna have fun (boys too) kind of crowd. Cocktail drinks are $10. Not sure if they offer food. The staff was nice and attentive . Happy hour on Sun-Thurs 5-8 pm. Definitely recommend and we will be back .”
Latest Reviews
“I really like biscuits and sausage gravy and I like omelettes. But the concept of an omelette containing biscuits and gravy - WOW! With sides of great hash browns and fresh fruit. Mmmmm..... . . . . . . Best breakfast I can remember. As a bonus, easy in and out at 4100 N 10th st McAllen, with lots of parking.”
“Big suggestion for the owner of this restaurant:: You can entice more patrons to rent the back room for an event with the occupancy at least 50 to 60 if you fixed the rest room and make it look decent, clean and new because it's was too dingy when I attended an event in that area. I'm sure you'll make more money if it's clean and descent. I bowl didn't even flushed and as I opened, it's full of floating stool that made me nauseous and won't flush. No wonder the person I followed could not flush even if she tried because "it's out of order". From then on we used the restroom outside. I almost vomited the food I ate. Please renovate it so it will look like new.”
“Pizza never disappoints but an even bigger Thank You to our delivery guy Nathan who not only delivered our pizza but also helped run after my furbaby as he ran out the door as I was opening up the door to get our pizza and Nathan did not hesistate to take off and run after my furbaby and have him come back to my apartment to bring him back in safely … so very thankful for this young man’s assistance this evening :)”
“La Doble M is the bomb!! Great service, great food and the atmosphere has been excellent!!! Every time we have been for dinning it has been an amazing time!! Thanks Grupo Mendez for bringing a great project like yours to the valley. Much needed!! Looking forward for your next project, coming soon!!!”
“I live in Alice, I went to this place because I saw their place in u-tube, I am glad I did because their tortillas are almost as good as the ones my mother used to make. My wife ate nopalitos and cheese cordita and she said it was the most delicious she has ever tasted. I just hope the owner realizes the kind of cooks that he or she has because these are the best kind of chefs, they learned either from their parents or grandparents or both. My compliments to the cooks and if I were your boss I would give you a raise.”
“Omg, these guys always show up when we're gettin our truck loaded & the hunger is just kicking im. A quarter leg of perfectly cooked & seasoned chicken & pasta with a cold coca cola & slice of garlic bread for $12...delivered by always cute ,cheerful & polite workers....& the food is on some gourmet level, even in my book! 10 stars, all the way!”
“One of my favorite restaurants in McAllen”