The waitress didn’t speak much English and I didn’t speak much Spanish, but we figured it out. Special today was fideo. This restaurant makes the chicken on the bone with the soup and it makes a world of difference in the flavor. Truly amazing. The beans that are served on the side are top tier. I would have been happy with a bowl of these beans and some tortillas. I wanted to try a fajita taco on the side, but they would only sell them as a plate of 3, so that’s a missed opportunity there. Overall I would definitely return. Another positive is that they stay open later than the other places downtown. They also do not ask for a tip? Not sure if I should have left some cash on the table, since I paid with card.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Gina Overton
One of the original restaurants in the McAllen downtown area, they offer affordable daily specials, they tend to run out of the popular dishes. I had the 🍔 hamburger, the bun was toasted on a grill, it tasted homemade. Combo, served with a drink and a side of fries. Menudo is on the menu. They make their own Mexican style pastry.
Make sure to take quarters for the parking meter and cash for leaving a tip for your server, their POS system doesn't allow tips to be applied to credit cards, nor debit cards.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Otoniel Segovia
I wanted to share my thoughts about a restaurant that holds a special place in my heart. This establishment has a rich history, one that dates back to the times when my father used to bring me here. It has always been a unique experience, reminiscent of home in Mexico.
Whether it’s for lunch, dinner, or simply enjoying a delicious piece of bread, this restaurant captures the essence of comfort and tradition. It’s a place that feels like home, and I cherish every visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kazz
Luv this place always great food the AC nice and cool... waitresses are polite will be back again most definitely ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lupita Alvarez
It’s cute and affordable. Love the old charm aspect of the restaurant. Our server I believe her name was Maite was so charming and kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Un Taco De Papa Breakfast with Chorizo Bacon Sausage Beans Con Bebida, Huevos Rancheros Plate, Chilaquiles, Carne Guisada Plate, Huevos Con Pork Chap, Biscuits 2 Breakfast, Taco Plate, Fajita, Cancha De Chocolate, Consume De Pollo, Sausage and Egg Breakfast, Biscuits on the Grill with Butter, Pan Dulce Con Piña, Torta De Jamon, Cheeseburger Combo, Calabaza Con Pollo, Pescado Al Gusto Special, Pan Frances Tostado, Ex Large Menudo, Steak Ranchero
Ale Sanchez
I really good place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
GUILLERMO GUERRERO
Born and raised in McAllen, This place is near Historical Status. I’m 50 and my parents would bring us here when we were kids. They in turn, would frequent this place in their younger days and would talk about it. I don’t live in McAllen anymore but this is a must stop before leaving the area whenever we visit El Valle. Now it’s my turn to bring my kids and enjoy the food and atmosphere. Las galletitas de azucar are the bomb! Thank you for keeping this place alive. Saludos desde North Texas! God Bless!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ramon Pena
I came here as a kids over 40 years ago daily with my Grandfather and eat when he meet up with his brothers and talked business! It’s amazing it’s still here ! Food still great as I remember and all the memories rushing in as a kid visiting the bakery box up front great food great place !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adrian Pena
I was very disappointed with, first the server , I ask for red salsa , then we ask for caldo then we ask if the tortillas were fresh , all she the answer was no, my wife told the server she wanted the eggs dry cook, eggs were medium , chilaquiles were horrible.. sorry but never again. You have everything to make things right and choose not to.
We bought the sweet bread and by the next day, it was hard. It wasn't like that. I used to go there with my mom when young and it wasn't like that. When we buy it from another bakery, that does not happen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roger Rodriguez
This cafe has been around for quite some time and has good food at reasonable prices, along with sweet bread. The food is very good as is the sweet bread. The staff is nice and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcos Sanchez jr
Did not have some menu items. The Pan dulce is the best in the valley!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Taya Trevino
Beef enchiladas highly recommend. Employees were super nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patricia Mejorado
We ate very delicious and accompanied with Bread and Coffee in good company!!🤗😋👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage and Egg Breakfast, Biscuits 2 Breakfast, Biscuits on the Grill with Butter, Carne Guisada Plate, Un Taco De Papa Breakfast with Chorizo Bacon Sausage Beans Con Bebida, Huevos Rancheros Plate, Fajita, Calabaza Con Pollo, Concha de Chocolate, Consume De Pollo, Pescado Al Gusto Special, Steak Ranchero
The waitress didn’t speak much English and I didn’t speak much Spanish, but we figured it out. Special today was fideo. This restaurant makes the chicken on the bone with the soup and it makes a world of difference in the flavor. Truly amazing. The beans that are served on the side are top tier. I would have been happy with a bowl of these beans and some tortillas. I wanted to try a fajita taco on the side, but they would only sell them as a plate of 3, so that’s a missed opportunity there. Overall I would definitely return. Another positive is that they stay open later than the other places downtown. They also do not ask for a tip? Not sure if I should have left some cash on the table, since I paid with card.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
One of the original restaurants in the McAllen downtown area, they offer affordable daily specials, they tend to run out of the popular dishes. I had the 🍔 hamburger, the bun was toasted on a grill, it tasted homemade. Combo, served with a drink and a side of fries. Menudo is on the menu. They make their own Mexican style pastry.
Make sure to take quarters for the parking meter and cash for leaving a tip for your server, their POS system doesn't allow tips to be applied to credit cards, nor debit cards.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
I wanted to share my thoughts about a restaurant that holds a special place in my heart. This establishment has a rich history, one that dates back to the times when my father used to bring me here. It has always been a unique experience, reminiscent of home in Mexico.
Whether it’s for lunch, dinner, or simply enjoying a delicious piece of bread, this restaurant captures the essence of comfort and tradition. It’s a place that feels like home, and I cherish every visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luv this place always great food the AC nice and cool... waitresses are polite will be back again most definitely ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s cute and affordable. Love the old charm aspect of the restaurant. Our server I believe her name was Maite was so charming and kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Un Taco De Papa Breakfast with Chorizo Bacon Sausage Beans Con Bebida, Huevos Rancheros Plate, Chilaquiles, Carne Guisada Plate, Huevos Con Pork Chap, Biscuits 2 Breakfast, Taco Plate, Fajita, Cancha De Chocolate, Consume De Pollo, Sausage and Egg Breakfast, Biscuits on the Grill with Butter, Pan Dulce Con Piña, Torta De Jamon, Cheeseburger Combo, Calabaza Con Pollo, Pescado Al Gusto Special, Pan Frances Tostado, Ex Large Menudo, Steak Ranchero
I really good place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Born and raised in McAllen, This place is near Historical Status. I’m 50 and my parents would bring us here when we were kids. They in turn, would frequent this place in their younger days and would talk about it. I don’t live in McAllen anymore but this is a must stop before leaving the area whenever we visit El Valle. Now it’s my turn to bring my kids and enjoy the food and atmosphere. Las galletitas de azucar are the bomb! Thank you for keeping this place alive. Saludos desde North Texas! God Bless!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came here as a kids over 40 years ago daily with my Grandfather and eat when he meet up with his brothers and talked business! It’s amazing it’s still here ! Food still great as I remember and all the memories rushing in as a kid visiting the bakery box up front great food great place !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was very disappointed with, first the server , I ask for red salsa , then we ask for caldo then we ask if the tortillas were fresh , all she the answer was no, my wife told the server she wanted the eggs dry cook, eggs were medium , chilaquiles were horrible.. sorry but never again. You have everything to make things right and choose not to.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Good tasting coffee and more.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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We bought the sweet bread and by the next day, it was hard. It wasn't like that. I used to go there with my mom when young and it wasn't like that. When we buy it from another bakery, that does not happen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This cafe has been around for quite some time and has good food at reasonable prices, along with sweet bread. The food is very good as is the sweet bread. The staff is nice and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Did not have some menu items. The Pan dulce is the best in the valley!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Beef enchiladas highly recommend. Employees were super nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ate very delicious and accompanied with Bread and Coffee in good company!!🤗😋👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage and Egg Breakfast, Biscuits 2 Breakfast, Biscuits on the Grill with Butter, Carne Guisada Plate, Un Taco De Papa Breakfast with Chorizo Bacon Sausage Beans Con Bebida, Huevos Rancheros Plate, Fajita, Calabaza Con Pollo, Concha de Chocolate, Consume De Pollo, Pescado Al Gusto Special, Steak Ranchero
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