Excelente service, the shakes are good but the waffles are just delicious, the decor is also very…read morenice, very chic, one of the owners was very kind and helpful about the menu and items that they can make for you

If you enjoy Herbalife products, this is the place to go. I enjoy the teas and the shakes. The…read moredoughnuts are real good and if you haven't tried the waffles, it's a must.

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.

Incredibly good food. I was in a rush and was able to rush order a citrus salad to go. I…read moreappreciated the friendliness of the waitstaff. The ambiance is lovely and upper class. A well hidden gem in McAllen.

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!

Black Bear Diner is inspired by the California black bear and ski lodge experience. They offer all…read moreday breakfast and a wide variety of dishes on their menu. The food was yummy and our waitress Claudette was friendly and attentive. She explained the interesting history of the restaurant. Overall, I had a very pleasant experience here and will definitely stop by again on my next visit to the Valley.

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.

I've now had 3 visits here. 2 breakfasts and 1 lunch. All were absolutely fantastic meals that…read morecreated the desire to return. The owner/operators are very personable and kind people as well. The staff are attentive and take great care of you. Food comes out promptly and in my 3 visits, precisely as ordered. I don't believe I've ever felt more welcomed into a restaurant than here. Seriously this is what other restaurants should strive to deliver. Fantastic food, great environment to eat in and welcoming staff. Breakfast: both the works omelet and migas were great (especially with the added salsa). 1000% get the fruit. The dip they provide is of similar idea to that which Jason's deli gives. With the primary difference that this one makes Jason's seem entirely inadequate. Lunch: The chicken Parmesan is an excellent choice, I got pasta instead of potatoes. It was a very healthy portion and filled me up. Even the veggies it comes with are properly seasoned and cooked. The tea is wonderful, they do offer flavored teas but I did not try that. TLDR: great establishment, give them a try.

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!

Sister and niece wanted to try this place on a Saturday where we had time to stop by and spend…read morecoffee time together and you guys did not disappoint! Even my wife who hates "latte" drinks and always just orders drip and almond milk totally loved that you guys frothed her regular drink but didn't dress it all up for her. Not sure if they had pastries but would have been a great addition to our visit. The feel of the place is quaint and relaxing to be sure.

When I was working in McAllen a lot, I always considered it a treat to stop in at Reserva. Now…read morethat I travel back for visits, I am happy to see the stores thriving. I almost always take a picture of the pillow and keep my coffee cup so I can remember my visit until next time. The menu is curated to focus on unique offerings. The staff are quite supportive. I would like if they had additional simple healthy food items to purchase and perhaps some small bags of ground coffee to give as gifts.

Our office always loves to do birthday and work anniversary lunches here. We love the quality of…read moreservice and the food is always awesome. I personally especially love the tomatillo sauce and the enchiladas. It definitely feels family style and casual, but very welcoming.

I stopped here for lunch on a sunday but found out they were serving their brunch menu. They had…read moresome good stuff for brunch. I ordered the french toast with sausage. I was a little disappointed with what I got though. There was no powdered sugar, they did not provide any syrup (on the side would have been good), and it was generally bland. The sausage patty I am almost certain was the same you could find at the grocery store, Jimmy Dean sausage pattys, they come in 8 packs... Unlike just about anywhere I have had breakfast, including side of the road diners in the middle of nowhere I was not offered a refill on my coffee. I should've asked though because I was double charged for all the drinks at my table. They were only $3 each (the coffee too) so not a big deal. As for ambience the place has a really great vibe and they even had a performer playing spanish guitar. The place got pretty full but I am not sure why. I don't plan on visiting again and I cant give my recommendation for them with this experience but try them out if you will. You may have a better experience.

First impressions are so important! Your staff truly set the stage. I wish I knew their name but…read moreshe helped me make a decision as I was from out of town. It was my me time to wind down after being with my mom for surgery. She gave me suggestions, walked through the menu and gave me samples to make the best decision. The horchata ice cream was the best decision by far! And that OG waffle was delicious. If you haven't been don't walk, Run!

Waffles were great, the place is small and cute, very clean and very friendly service!read more