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Texas, United States Food Guide: 8 Southwestern food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in McAllen
Find out what Southwestern restaurants to try in McAllen. McAllen (/mɪˈkælɪn/ mih-KAL-in) is the largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States, and the twenty-second most populous city in Texas. It is located at the southern tip of the state in the Rio Grande Valley. The city limits extend south to the Rio Grande, across from the Mexican city of Reynosa, and McAllen is approximately 70 miles (110 km) west of the Gulf of Mexico. As of the 2010 census the city's population was 129,877, and the population of the McAllen–Edinburg–Mission metropolitan area was 774,769. As of 2016, the city population was estimated to be 142,212. It is the fifth most populous metropolitan area in the state of Texas, and the bi-national Reynosa–McAllen Metropolitan Area counts a population of nearly 1.5 million.
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8. Zamora's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Quaint family owned and operated restaurant located in the north side of McAllen Texas. Restaurant known for its family oriented friendly service and delicious food. Restaurant becoming known for the place where "everyone knows your name". Restaurant open
Reviewed By Pam G
Great food and fast friendly service. Would recommend it to anyone. We have been there lots of times and always get the same friendly fast service. Great breakfast...it's my favorite, but the whole menu is great.
7. Taco Fiesta Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By billb1959
Was a little early for a doctor's appointment nearby, so decided on breakfast. The place was fairly busy for a mid-morning Monday. Service was extremely fast. Breakfast choices were more than adequate with a mixture of American and Mexican. My wife had the French toast, I had the huevos rancheros. Both were excellent. Prices are very reasonable.I would eat here again.
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6. Koko's Uptown Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By CynCeeG
We gathered at Koko's restaurant for my nephew's graduation celebration. Koko's Mexican restaurant on 10th & Trenton is my brother's family favorite restaurant. Several botana platters (beef & chicken fajitas w/ cheese chalupas) were ordered with sides of rice & beans.. including guacamole (yum). The dipping cheese and the sweat tea are the bomb! Fajitas were tender and tortillas made for order. Service was quick & attentive. Highly recommend restaurant.. don't forget that reservation if you have a large party. Place gets packed. Congrats to Vela's Class 2017!
McAllen Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in McAllen
5. Los Asados
Overall Ratings
4 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By 221suzannes
Six of us for dinner on a Friday night. Seated right away with chips & salsa. Very good homemade tasting chips. Margarita was good and only $6. Large plate of food. Hot & tasty. Great service.
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4. Barry's International
Overall Ratings
4 based on 54 reviews
Barry's International is an eclectic American restaurant in McAllen, Texas. We are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and we are located inside the Embassy Suites by Hilton hotel at the McAllen Convention Center.
Reviewed By GarciaHub
Our family is staying at the Embassy Suitesin McAllen Tx. While dining at Barry's our Waiter Rogelio S. Was very attentive and accommodating. The food was delicious and such a great variety.
3. Taco Palenque South 10th
Overall Ratings
4 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By wesajo
I meant, we order the stake plate, the meat and beans were fine, the rice and guacamole not that good The corn tortillas are just made and good, but the flour tortilla is taste less and hard as soon as it gets cold For a fast mexican restaurant, itâs just ok Thank you for sharing your feedback on your experience at our restaurant. We have taken note of your comments, and are working hard to make sure that your next visit is one of a better impression. We hope to have the chance to better serve you.
2. Costa Messa Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 293 reviews
Reviewed By layniem2015
When we walked in it smelled great and service was very friendly and prompt. The 3 sauces for the chips were great. The chimichurro sauce was their house favorite. Lots of garlic and spice. The chicken cauldo was good especially after we added some chimichurro, then it was super. I had the shrimp nachos ( canât remember the name on the menu. It was excellent, my husband had enchiladas and chili relleno. He said it was good but nothing special. As the meal went on the service faltered and we sat for over 10 mins waiting for the check after the plates had been removed. All and all though we did enjoy it and would go back.
1. Republic of the Rio Grande
Overall Ratings
4 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By Domhan-Taistealai
In my opinion this is probably the best restaurant in McAllen. My wife and I recently were in McAllen and ate there twice. The ambiance and decor is kind of Texas and Southwest in style, really nicely done. They have a huge selection of wine (if youâre a wine drinker). They also have Happy Hour wine from 4:00 to 7:00 with house wine for $5 a glass. I tried the Barramundi filet, the crab cakes, and the tenderloin shish-kabobs. It was all great, but Iâve got to say that the tenderloin was amazing. Plenty of steak, that literally, I could cut with my fork, it came with scalloped potatoes and lots of mixed vegetables on a huge plate, all for $20. I canât get a steak that good for only $20 anywhere north of the Rio Grande Valley. The service was excellent as well. Last word, ask them about their own creation, a dessert that looks like a taco but is to die for. Seriously, youâre gonna want to try it! Great place for dinner! Highly recommend it!
