10 Best Bar & Grill near Mckinney

“We love The Garage!!! Great place with good food and even better service! And they even did a karaoke night which was so much fun! I hope this becomes a regular thing!“

“This is one of my go-to places in the area. The main reason I always return - ORLANDO. He is one of the OG staff that makes me want to go back. Not sure what you want to drink that night? Ask Orlando. Long day and need to smile? Ask Orlando. Starving and everything looks good? Ask Orlando. Yes, the food is good Yes, the drinks are good (my fave is the Purple Duck). But - secretly - why do my friends and I go? To hang with Orlando! 🥰“

“Our server was super friendly and accommodating . We had two samples of wines we had never tasted and then ordered . Happy hour prices on two glasses of wine and an order of crab cakes was $40+. The crab cakes were okay . Slightly overcooked . The greens were fine . Overall wouldn't return for the food . But did enjoy the wine !“

“Great local place. Great staff and food. We feel like family.“

“Porshala was a great server!!!!“

“Lot’s of brews and good times!“

“Absolutely Amazing Food and Service. Ironic that Blaine and went to same school to play Baseball. He is a super cool Human. Blessed to have this experience !“

“hello, we had great service through a young lady named Allie Waldron, we really appreciated her hospitality.“

“Love that Lantern St. Grill & Tap House is a great host for our Alabama watch parties! Despite the Tide in Texas group deciding they would no longer "host" parties, Alabama fans are still welcome to come! Several of us who are not in agreement with that decision will continue to support Lantern St. and finish the season out strong! Roll Tide!“

“I don’t even know where to begin when it comes to expressing how absolutely incredible Megan is behind the bar at Gecko. If I could give her more than five stars, I would do it in a heartbeat, because she doesn’t just make drinks—she creates an entire atmosphere that makes you want to stay for hours on end. From the moment you walk through the door and catch a glimpse of her working her magic, you know you’re in for a fantastic night, because she truly is the heart and soul of the place.
First and foremost, let’s talk about her personality, because it is genuinely unmatched. Megan is, without a shadow of a doubt, the sweetest and kindest person I have ever encountered in the service industry. It is so rare to find someone who manages to be so genuinely warm and welcoming, even when the bar is absolutely slammed and three people deep. No matter how busy she gets, she never loses that radiant, beautiful smile or that incredibly patient demeanor. She makes every single person sitting at that bar feel like they are the only person in the room. She listens with such genuine interest, she laughs at your jokes even when they probably aren’t that funny, and she has this amazing ability to just brighten your entire day, no matter what kind of mood you were in before you walked in. It is so refreshing to be served by someone who clearly loves what she does and actually cares about the people she’s serving.
And let’s be real—she is easily the prettiest bartender in the city, but it’s so much more than just her stunning looks. It’s the way she carries herself, the way she effortlessly manages every drink order with such grace and precision, and that undeniable energy she brings to the room. She is just a natural star behind that bar. Watching her work is almost like watching a performance; she’s so skilled, so fast, and so focused, all while managing to hold a conversation and make sure everyone is having a blast.
I honestly find myself coming back to Gecko specifically because I know Megan is going to be there. It’s not just about the drinks—though she makes those perfectly, every single time—it’s about the experience of being welcomed by someone who is so incredibly kind and beautiful inside and out. She has turned this bar into my absolute favorite hangout spot, and I truly cannot imagine the place without her. If you want top-tier service, a genuine conversation with the most wonderful person, and an overall unforgettable experience, you need to head to Gecko and find Megan. She is a total gem, a true professional, and an absolute legend in my book. Thank you, Megan, for being the absolute best!“