I took my Mom (who only eats meat), here. She had seen it on the news…read more I had a veggie omelette. She had street tacos. Both were amazing. Our server was knowledgeable and helpful. As a Vegan, I was wholeheartedly impressed and will return.

This is such a cool place and such a gem of a restaurant. I went here for lunch with a coworker. I…read morewas taken aback at how thoughtful and wholesome the menu was. You truly have a lot of great options that are still tasty and filling. Excellent, friendly staff too. I also love that the building it's in is old but electic with a nice aesthetic and vibe. I will continue to come back and support this awesome restaurant!

HOLY SHIT!! I dream of this place, and I anticipate the day I go back to enjoy a FULL-MENU…read moreexperience! My husband and I ran into this place when we were visiting McAllen; it reminded us of local Houstonian places of the same caliber. The chilaquiles I had were one of the best I've had in Texas; and the mimosas were too, it wasn't bogged down with fake additives, this place added freshly- squeezed fruit juice (who even does that anymore?). Our server was soooooo patient and sweet as we navigated through the menu, wanting to try every piece of heaven from this place. We loved that the kitchen was "open-concept" and we could see the chefs LIVE & UPFRONT--but the place is small, so be ready to wait, but SO WORTH IT! Traveling to McAllen soon just for this place

Excellent food. Good service. Menu is interesting and diverse. A nice little brunch place.read more

Birdie Bistro is one of my favorite hidden gems in the valley…read more They have the cutest space, and I absolutely adore the décor. The food is always delicious, and was one of my go-to spots when I want to introduce friends to something a little different. I especially loved dining on the patio when I bring my dog along. The atmosphere is welcoming, relaxing, and perfect for enjoying a meal outdoors. What kept me coming back, though, is the staff. They are incredibly kind and always make me feel welcome. It's such a nice feeling to be greeted warmly and recognized as a returning guest. I've even celebrated my birthday here, which says a lot about how much I enjoy this place. As a bonus, there's a vintage thrift shop upstairs that I always love browsing before or after my meal. It adds even more charm to the experience and makes every visit feel a little special. I highly recommend the pasta, it's absolutely delicious! If you're looking for a charming local spot with great food, friendly service, and a unique atmosphere, Birdie Bistro is definitely worth a visit.

Arrived at 2:05 and since I was solo I didn't have anyone attend to me for over 20 mins. Couples…read moreshowed up after and they were promptly attended. Worst experience ever especially for solo dining. Left hangry and embarrassed.

The food was so good! Server was super nice and friendly. Love the decor kinda stuff grandma had!!read more

So if I could give 1/2 stars, this place would get 4 1/2. We were in town and decided to stop by…read morefor breakfast. The place is very busy, but despite that the wait was only 10 minutes at 10:00 am on a Saturday. The hostess and our server were both very friendly. The place advertises that it specializes in home cooked comfort foods so we figured we'd have to see how their biscuits and gravy were. We ordered a 1/2 order and it came with a biscuit split in half and covered with gravy and sausage. The flavor was perfect - it definitely lived up to 'home cooked comfort food'. I ordered an omelette - three cheeses, sausage, bacon and ham with onions, cilantro and jalapeños - which came with refried (black) beans. The omelette was very good - flavorful and fresh. They actually use slices of cheese inside and on top - I've never had an omelette prepared that way but it was very good. When I first tasted the salsa I was not a fan - it was warm and had a different flavor - then I put it on the omelette and - great pairing and great flavor combo. The refried black beans were sadly underwhelming - no real flavor. I know they were homemade but they were missing the flavor that usually comes with refried beans (black or pinto) My wife had the quiche which had onions, peppers, sausage, mushrooms and cheese. It was very good. Even the crust was good. She ordered the breakfast potatoes as the side. The flavor of the potatoes was excellent. Half of them were lightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside which were great; the other half were overcooked and became potato chips - good flavor but not a breakfast potato. We will definitely come back to try their lunch food and dessert (we were too full today). They have a good variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner items on the menu so there is something for everyone. We were glad we stopped in.

There is a ramp in the entrance for wheel chair accessibility. You walk in and are greeted…read moreimmediately by the staff. They don't really have table service so you're gonna have to walk in order. Sit down wherever you can. Food was really good for the portions was very filling not overly bearing just perfect. They have tons of coffees. We tried the chai in the latte, it was good turmeric. They have a section where you get your fork, napkins a bunch of hot sauces. There is a little library take a book leave a book. They have gender neutral bathrooms.

Great food, cool vibe, friendly and helpful staff and.. good coffee!…read moreGotta get that chilaquiles cast iron bowl with poblano. Creamy, salty, savory....all around killer! And don't get me started on the refried beans and roasted potatoes. Perfection!

I had the crispy pork belly served in orange marmalade with whole wheat tortillas and Im here to…read moresay it was delicious! I am trying to have some great mexican food while in McAllen, and the Bodega didnt have alot of Mexican food on the menu, so I enjoyed this dish and then moved on. Awesome place, great service, highly recommended!

I saw this place from across the road a few times and it caught my eye. I stopped in finally and…read morechecked it out. The place is very big inside and has a rustic feel to the decor. The bartenders waiting on me were very attentive and friendly. I ordered the fish tacos plate, the food was great! I definitely recommend this spot, support local!

Just moved here. Don't have to look for a breakfast place anymore. Service was great and the place…read morewas very upbeat. We'll be back for sure.

I had just arrived in town and I was hungry. Thankfully, a family member had this diner on their…read moremust-try list, and it went pretty well. We all ordered something different with the goal of being able to taste more of the menu. The menu is a well-rounded Southern American selection, and all of it is made in-house. It was a nice touch with the newspaper like menu, loved the decor and cabin home theme. The side salad was fresh; however, the house-made ranch was too creamy and too thick. There was potential with the cooked bacon mixed in, but the ranch flavor was missing. The cup of chili was great, similar to Wendy's chili if you needed a comparison. My meatloaf was good; the added carrots and topped crispy onions weren't too bad; however, the drizzled brown gravy was a no for me. The side of creamy grits and green beans and bacon were gobbled up! The cornbread muffins were a bit dry. Side of hash browns were good, a little on the oily side. The biscuit and gravy were colossal! Loved the gravy; the biscuits were a bit too doughy, almost seemed a bit undercooked, and for some reason, there seemed to be a lack of flavor in them. Enjoyed the ham and eggs. The pot roast dish was savory, and everything was nice; the veggies were a little over-seasoned, but I didn't mind them. The chicken-fried steak plate was a hit, I didn't even get a chance to take a solo photo. We had no room for desserts, and leftovers were taken home and appreciated. I'd like to add, despite ordering the larger versions of these meals, we only paid $68 and some change! The place was clean, the wait time was commendable, and the service was incredible!!! Despite the small misses, we'd still return. The majority of our food was great, and we left fuller than ever!

I have been wanting to go to La Casa de la Abuela (Grandma's House) for a long time. Friends of…read moremine have raved about how good the food is. Well, they were right. La Casa de la Abuela covers every category for a delightful breakfast, brunch or lunch: a menu with great variety, quality delicious food, excellent service, a beautiful and pleasant atmosphere, good parking and a great location. My friend had the enchiladas suizas. I ordered the chilaquiles rojas con pollo. The menu warned that the salsa roja is spicy... and they are right. I like spicy, and this gave me the hiccups! Not to worry, they have several options, including mild ones. I was impressed with their molcajete of guacamole, the refreshing strawberry lemonade, the classy presentation of each dish. I almost ordered the chile relleno or the torta ahogada. I learned they make their own birote (a denser kind of bread roll) for the torta ahogadas, which is key for that dish hailing from Jalisco, which is smothered in salsa prior to serving. Everything I saw was spotless, elegant, and beautifully decorated. It's a new fave, and I will go back. When I do, I want to try one of their pastries: conchas, chocolate or strawberries and cream filled croissants, and more. This was a great place for a meet-up with a good friend. It would also be great for a date with my wife, a business lunch, or small groups. The dining room is not very big, so large groups would need to find another option. I highly recommend, Grandma's House!

This place has completely redefined breakfast by delivering a truly authentic Mexican…read moreexperience--absolutely no Tex-Mex here. It artfully fuses contemporary culinary creativity with the deep, nostalgic flavors of traditional Mexico. I ordered the Molcajete Norteño, and it was, without question, the best breakfast I've had in a long time. More than just a dish, the molcajete is a full sensory experience--beautifully presented, sizzling with flavor, and visually captivating. The atmosphere is equally impressive--warm, vibrant, and inviting, with a distinct charm that makes you feel both excited and at home. I highly recommend this gem to anyone looking for a memorable and flavorful start to their day.

Visiting from out of town I was interested in trying new little coffee shops to avoid going to…read morechain places. This little gem was so cute. Looks like a house turned into a shop. Got a cortado with a shot of vanilla it was good, and strong but the bagel sandwich was awesome! It was a literal whole avocado on my breakfast sandwich. So good a must try if you're visiting the area

Super delicious bagels perfect service! I tried the coffee and it wasn't anything too impressive…read morethe roast was pretty light tasting. However the taro matcha combination is super yummy! Ambiance is super cute and the lighting is very pleasing

A friend recommended this study space so I stopped by. It's a cute little coffee shop, they also…read morehave alcohol, food, desserts, pastries, etc. There were 3 employees that I could, they were all friendly, energetic, and had good advice on what to try on the menu. I'm pretty picky and unfortunately didn't like the pizza, but that's on me. I will happily try something else next time! I got an iced latte and that added cinnamon for me, it was delicious. They have a good, chill environment, I'll definitely be back!

I came here for a quick breakfast before seeing my sister a few days ago…read more The staff were really nice and helped me decide. Sadly, the coffee was very weak. I forgot what coffee it was. The sandwich was dense and had a nice kick. But it was really small. It also comes with chips. The place is huge and there are some music instruments in a small stage area. It looks like they do nightly events. During the day time, it seems like a good place to study or work. But.. coffee is.... Nothing special and taste pretty weak. Parking is free and out front .