My wife and I are visiting McAllen and we unintentionally found this gem! The food was amazing and you can tell that they don't rush to get food out because the quality of flavor, presentation, and preparation was outstanding! The GM Stephen constantly checked up on all the guests and even took the time to welcome us and answered all of our questions we had as first time visitors. He even brought out a sample of the Texas Chicken salad (was uh-mazing!) since my wife was loving her Chicken salad sandwich and wanted her to try the Texas version they offered. Mike was our server and made our experience even more amazing! If you want to eat some amazingly fresh made to order food with outstanding service and atmosphere, you MUST check out City Cafe! This is now our favorite spot to eat here in McAllen! I had the beef medallions plate which had THE best potato salad I've ever had! The plate was supposed to come with mashed potatoes but they ran out so the chef made, yes made, a batch of potato salad for me and OMG was the best ever! What a great experience! Prices were lower than they should be charging and the quality of food exceeded expectations. The hospitality here is incredible and the experience as a guest was very welcoming and pleasant. Highly recommend! We will be back! read more

City Cafe & Catering - Beef Medallions was THE BEST ever!!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

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As always ambiance and service was 1st class and the food was simply amazing. One always gets treated vip and the food is explosively great. read more

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Great food and great service never disappointed with this place. The margaritas were perfect and nice ambiance read more

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always good & food & service is both great! ask for the Steverarita! it's great! all menu items are excellent, staff is as good! try the apple dumpling! read more

Great food and great service! Tried this place for a lunch with friends. It definitely didn't disappoint. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Marry Me Chicken was the special. Delish! - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

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Food was great and Mindys service was friendly and fun. Owner is super sweet and friendly cute vibe and definitely will be back!! read more

City Cafe & Catering - Texas chicken salad pita bread - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

Great sandwiches and very filling. Food was so yummy and well packaged for pickup. Will definitely try again.

Food is amazing. Their service is always 100000% and such a calm ambiance. My partner loves to order a slice of their pies when we go. Their chicken curry is possibly the best I have tried in the valley. read more

The grilled salmon and salad was perfect. Their chicken and tuna salads are the absolute best. The service was awesome. The place is always impeccably clean. The main draw is their consistency in food preparation, quality and a fine group of people! Thanks, JJ Juárez read more

Really enjoy going to City Cafe. Staff is always very friendly and the food gives you that home cooked meal, if you're searching for one. I like to take my customers there because it's a classic piece of McAllen that I think everyone should experience. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Santa Fe Pasta - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

Do yourself a favor and get the sweet potato fries. SERIOUSLY. I don't care how much you prefer regular potato fries, because I am the exact same way. I will always pick regular fries over sweet potato but this is a glorious exception to that rule. I've had a lot of fries in my life and these are 100000000% my favorite. They are really THAT GOOD. I would come to just get the fries. They are perfectly crispy on the outside and the inside is so sweet which clashes nicely with the salt. in summary GET THE SWEET POTATO FRIES. My go to enter here is the chipotle chicken wrap which Modify to include extra chicken. I workout so I like to get in as much protein as I can throughout the day and the amount of chicken then put in does not disappoint. The wrap is HUGE and I always take the other half home. I had this for lunch and plan on eating the rest for dinner. The service is always great. The guy with the mustache is super nice. Make you feel like you are family. Love him! The only reason I give them 4/5 is because it is a bit pricey but overall if you're looking for a nice lunch with great food and service stop by the city cafe. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Chipotle Wrap and the FAMOUS sweet potato fries. - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

Delicious salad everyone else plates looked scrumptious. You'd need to go every day to try everything on the menu.

Great food, great price and service was pretty good. Location was very convenient and place very clean

I eat here every week. The best lunches. Love the stuffed avocado. I even eat here on Tuesday nights as they serve lasagna. (Best in town). The staff is great. Love Nancy and Stephen. Very attentive to details and want each meal to be outstanding. read more

5 STAR SERVICE thank you Velma 5 STAR FOOD Cleaner tasting food too! Made w lots of love! We returned two days in a row !!!! read more

The food was excellent. Having previously owned a restaurant, my wife and i can say the food here is delicious. We have become food critics of a sort. This was not our first time. We will be back. The place is quiet, not loud. i can have my margarita or other adult beverage and enjoy a quiet meal with my wife. read more

I know lotsa restaurants serve salmon. I just had a delightful lunch here. I asked for med rare, & it was cooked perfectly. Just a couple of clicks south of "sushi!" Plenty big; menu item was Pesto Grilled Salad.. mess of real fresh, crisp spinach. AND hot grilled veges (incl slices of yellow squash & red onions. The homemade dressing (served on the side) fully complimented this healthy dish. I asked for the med rare version, because it was fresh pacific (don't need to say) wild caught. Our server, Mindee, was a treat. She never hovered, but always appeared at the right moment. Priced right for tis quality. Clean restaurant; tables were not crowded together. read more

Went to grab a quick lunch, the food was delicious and came out pretty quickly. The waitress was very sweet and the decor was lovely! read more

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I went for lunch and the food was terrible. Aside from this, I was overcharged on everything we ordered. I tried to call them to inform them they had overcharged up to $5.00 on every item and heard the owner in the background saying, "I told you not to answer it, I don't care!" Well that's not very nice. Charging something different from what you are advertising is criminal. How dare you treat people like this. I don't recommend this place. read more

Let's just say was my first , last time. Their was some kind of drama happening with the staff , i could here the main person ( just assuming) short lady dark skin , hair . Could hear her screaming in the back, coming out to the front throwing things around, walking in a fast , upset manner. The first thing she screamed towards the counter was "it's going to take 20-25 for all to go orders " Well since it was my first time i thought you orders up at the counter, then seat yourself. I ordered a glass of wine, it took her a while to bring it , while another person ( guy ) with the personality of a door knob took my order ... all along the drama continued but it was at some point toned down a bit after they saw me taking pictures of my food. Let's now talk about the food... it was OK! A little MEH! The turkey avocado had a smudge of avocado, the croissant was old .... it wasn't soft nor buttery , the potato salad had no flavor so i used a lot of salt , pepper . The only thing i kinda enjoyed was the tomato basil soup , glass of wine . This place got 2 stars because the place actual set up , soup was good. Personally think that young lady needs a long vacation or some re training in problem solving. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Turkey avocado on a croissant food was meh! - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

There has never been a time where I have been disappointed in food or service at City Cafe, plus the restaurant is always spotless!! There is no better place for Spinach Quiche than here, or Spinach dip or Fried Green Tomatoes, or their Steak Salad.... I could just go on and on as EVERYTHING is absolutely delicious! I LOVE coming to City Cafe at any time. It's so worth the trip to McAllen to eat here!!! read more

One word: DELICIOUS! We came here to try the restaurant because we are looking to hire the catering portion. I think it's going to be added to the list of regular places we visit. I had the cilantro pesto with shrimp and it was absolutely fabulous. The cilantro was not over powering and the pasta and cause were just delicious I can't wait to go back. My partner had the ribeye sandwich and said "this is a real steak in the sandwich, and all I can think about is how great this bread is!!" The bread was great! The queso app was delicious as well. The service was great, friendly, and knowledgeable. The restaurant is comfortable and casual. read more

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We went a few days ago for lunch. The restaurant was empty, service was very slow, and the meal was not good. The salad was a couple of pieces of lettuce, the tuna was a darker variety, not white albacore. Also, the waitress was very nosey and asked inappropriate questions. read more

This place never fails. Ambience is great, staff is always welcoming & Steve is a superb host. I've gotten an order once or twice incorrect and they fix it right away. Steveritas are fantastic & cowboy bites are delish. My fave days and lasagna & burger day. Lasagna there is made from scratch. They always have a different burger and it never disappoints. My fave is the artichoke burger. Crispy bacon, creamy artichoke dip, Mmm... Would highly recommend this local gem. read more

I stopped by yesterday while getting my car washed around the corner to have a late lunch. I ordered the half sandwich combo: Texas chicken salad (really tasty) on ciabatta bread with a cup of tomato basil soup. The chicken salad was tasty but the sandwich itself wasn't constructed too well. The bread was constantly falling off and I felt like I had to continue "making the sandwich" at the table as I had to spread out the large portion of chicken salad that was served right in the middle and ask for mayo to get some glue between the bread! While asking for the mayo, I tried getting the attention of my waitress (she was really sweet and knew the menu well) but she didn't hear me so a man at the counter heard me and said something like "yeah what do you need?" It wasn't entirely rude but I felt he could've been more professional "ma'am, I can help you. Did you need something?" Tomato soup was extremely plain, maybe even from a can. I asked for cheese and croutons to beef it up and add texture as you'll see in my photo. I love potato salad so I ordered a side. $1.95 for a small scoop was a little much in my opinion. $1.95 might be a fair price if the cup was served to the top. Nothing special about the potato salad, needed a little more flavor and moisture. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Half sandwich combo: Texas style chicken salad sandwich, tomato basil soup (toppings requested by me), scoop of potato salad - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

Having been in business for a number of years, this casual dining experience is a great place for comfort plates, delectable light fare, & varied menu for all that includes salmon, mahi-mahi or a tasty quesadilla. Appetizers never disappoint nor the pastas & sandwiches. But you must try the tomato soup!! And if it's Sunday & you're craving a mimosa you can enjoy a simple brunch menu or the daily menu. read more

So, the food isn't the thing to complain about at City Cafe. The food is phenomenal and I'd definitely come back since their selection is very unique. The thing that had me scratching my head was the pricing. Three people ate lunch here and our bill came to over +$50. Granted, my grandfather did partake in beer and at $9 a 12 oz bottle that seemed to rack up the cost. For comparison, a 20 oz beer at the club level of Minute Maid Stadium in Houston costs $10. And that's because City Cafe didn't even offer a cold glass! I suggest maybe avoiding the alcohol selection at City Cafe which is a little disheartening seeing as this restaurant is open for dinner. However, the food is excellent. I highly suggest the Salmon Salad. Some of the most excellent salmon I've ever had cooked. The greens were slightly wilted, but I loved it anyway. The Brie appetizer is good, but I'd prefer it a little more melty and a little less charred. Too much smoke on the cheese that it sort of masked the Brie's natural yumminess. Though, everyone else at my table seemed to devour the appetizer. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very relaxed. We came at 1:00 pm and it was still crowded from lunch, but we were able to enjoy a pleasant conversation without screaming across the table. I'm surprised people bring their children here, but I suppose the dinner crowd is different from the lunch crowd. I do suggest City Cafe if you're wanting something different. I'm surely making the trip back. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Salmon Salad - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

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Double and triple check your orders, both on the phone and when you pick up. They somehow end up getting it wrong every single time. And they charge you for what they made you, not what you ordered. I'd rather pay for what I ordered. Very disappointing. Food is good for the most part; just wish it was what I ordered. read more

This amazing, long-standing McAllen restaurant has recently been updated & rebranded. I had dinner a few nights ago and the Food and Service were excellent! SERVICE: Our waiter was amazing; very friendly and enthusiastic! He constantly kept refilling our drinks, which for me is a key factor in service! FOOD: For my Entree I order the Chicken Picata. The chicken was extremely juicy and delicious. The angel hair pasta was very buttery and had a strong hint of capers, the lemon caper pasta Sauce was good. Besides the Entree, I also ordered a Caesar salad, which was the Best Damn Caesar Salad I've had in McAllen. The Caesar dressing [IMO] was perfect, not over-powering but not super light either. (It came pre-dressed, which can be dangerous, but for me it was great!) ATMOSPHERE: The waiter mentioned that the dining area is undergoing remodeling changes. Ill re-review this place when they achieve the Ambiance they want. read more

Been coming here for a number of years! The staff is great and the food is super tasty *I've tried almost everything on the menu from the Tai chicken curry to the half sandwich combos! All of which have been excellent.* It's cute, cozy and welcoming to all ages. Great place for the family to dine in, they also provide outdoor seating for your covid worries or if you just wanna grab a quick bite outside with your doggie. I have and will continue to support and eat local read more

Ate here for the first time yesterday and I was very impressed. The service was excellent! Super cute little Café, very well decorated! I had the Texas chicken salad, and it was GREAT! Best chicken salad I've ever had. And the wine was on point! Can't wait to go back! read more

I cannot recall a time where I so thoroughly enjoyed my food. From the Brussel Sprout appetizer, the Margarita made with 1600 tequila and the main dish of Santa Fe Pasta, everything was superb! The service was amazing and the staff are all so incredibly friendly. Highly recommend!!! read more

This is the quintessential "ladies who lunch" place. Since we were ladies lookin' for a lunch, we stopped in for some pre shopping sustenance. Weirdly, the more I think about it, the more irritated i am by the experience. And here's why. I ordered their "famous chicken salad" sandwich and my mom got a slice of quiche. The food came out promptly as the place was literally empty. However, what arrived was the saddest version of a chicken salad sandwich I've literally ever seen. A scoop -- still formed like an ice cream scoop -- of chicken salad between two slices of thin dry bread. There was no lettuce, tomato, condiments or care put into that sandwich. I'm no gourmet but if it's not getting dressed up at least try to spread the chicken salad on the sandwich so it looks like some effort went into it. Additionally, the famed chicken salad did not live up to its reputation in the slightest. Dry, without much flavor, I've had airport sandwiches that were about on par. No evidence of the menu's claim of black olives and celery. The fruit cup that came with my mom's quiche featured all the losers of the fruit world: honeydew, grapes and cantaloupe with the pieces of the rind clinging on for dear life. Also, there is a Yelp check in but you'll have to explain what that is to the people behind the counter because apparently they're not told that folks may be hitting them up for a free tea or soda. It all worked out at the end of this long sad story. We had food, we shopped and it was a gorgeous day in South Texas. A lackluster experience isn't a life ruiner. But it probably means I won't be coming here again. read more

Excellent spot. This place is classy with great atmosphere and top quality food. The staff are friendly and the interior is really creative. There are light fixtures made from cheese graters, oversized metal cutlery hanging from the ceiling and all of the menu items are written on giant rolls of butcher paper hanging behind the counter. This place is a great find in McAllen and you should check it out. For clarification, I have no idea what a cheese heater is. read more

I've said this once and I'll say it again, If you want good quality food and a very creative concept setting please visit City Cafe. I live in San Francisco and this and maybe just a few other restaurants in the valley have similar taste to what big city food taste like. Not only does the interior design set for a studio like room but the service and plates are amazing! I usually order the Grilled Salmon Salad, Cilantro Pesto Pasta, or the Pita Sandwiches. They're all great! Alcohol selection could be better but all in all this place is a definite keeper when it comes to good restaurants in McAllen. It's as good as it gets! read more

Yum Hummus! this place has a lot to offer in the cafe world. Daily specials written on butcher paper draped as the backdrop for your menu. Many great sandwiches and pitas, wraps. Beer Specials! Wine Specials! reasonable prices. I like the hummus! did i mention i like hummus?! :) Goodies, like cookies, pies, cakes by the slice, and rice krispies treats! Vegetarians options on sandwiches include: Avacado Veggie Vegetarian Pita Tuna salad If you don't know what to get, you can't go wrong with the Mediterranean Sampler only $7.99 NOTE: Daily specials are sometimes, usually items not on the menu. Visit this place to make sure it never closes down. This is a keeper! read more

City Cafe has been a place I've frequented since it was Yogurt Etc just south of its current location. The menu is very nice, just the right size, and all of the food is very obviously fresh. I've yet to try anything that I don't like. All of the dishes are creative and inventive, and the wait staff is very flexible in letting you add and subtract ingredients to make the meal just right. The appetizers are fantastic, especially the house-made artichoke and spinach dip, though the past three times I've ordered it, I found the artichokes not peeled properly (or inspected properly in case canned artichoke hearts are used) with many fibrous leaves throughout. This happens frequently with artichokes though, and the dip is so creamy and the spinach so fresh that it's not a deal-breaker. The Texas chicken salad is delicious, as well as the dinner menu. I often order the beef tenderloin medallions with green chilies and smashed cheese potatoes. The medallions always seem to be laden with tendons, but this is certainly no fault of the kitchen staff, and are always cooked to the right temperature. Desserts (cake in particular) tend to be a little dry, but are otherwise delicious. The service can be hit-or-miss, but the wait staff is typically attentive and quickly take care of any potential snags in the diner's experience. I definitely recommend this restaurant to anybody who asks, and I'm glad to see it still doing well with steady business! read more

Good place for a somewhat healthy and homemade lunch, I've only had a few items on the menu and they were all good, my favorite one is the angel hair pesto with salmon. read more

City Cafe & Catering - Sandwiches Near Me - McAllen, Texas

Looking for a great place to visit a client of family member to enjoy a lite lunch in McAllen, then look no further. Always great quiche and deli sandwiches. Great atmosphere and there is always a good chance that you will run into an old friend. read more

Working a few weeks in Mcallen & happen to stumble upon this gem. It was easy to see the Owner took great pride in creating a welcoming community atmosphere. We tried the spinach artichoke dip which was very good. Also the manicotti which was on special. Even through we split the special he was more than generous with the portions bringing 2 cups of soup, & splitting our entrees into two separate plates. He even brought a lemon pastry sample to tempt us at the end. A nice couple that had went there ever night for 10 years was there and even gifted everyone there a lovely flower. Great experience. read more