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    El Patron Restaurant & Bar

    3.6 (27 reviews)
    Fri 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
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    Sour cream and chicken enchiladas

    I wanted to give this place a chance, despite the not so good reviews, but unfortunately it was a big disappointment The service was not good at all - our waitress would sit at the table next to us and play on her phone instead of checking on us. She brought to-go boxes after we flagged her down, but never brought our check until we had to finally flag her down again. It was barely even busy (maybe 2 tables total in the place including us), so no excuse The food was ok but not great - the chicken was in chunks and not shredded, so kind of weird. We were hungry so we ate it but it wasn't worth the price. They gave me a very tiny portion of pico...and they didn't have charro beans which is odd for a Mexican restaurant in Texas The margarita was a decent size for $8...I think that was the only high point Overall, despite really wanting to like this place and support a local business, the very poor, inattentive service and mediocre food leads me to suggest you find elsewhere to dine out

    Katy R.

    Stopped in for a beer because it was close to our hotel. Friendly staff at the bar and plenty of room. Waitress did not speak English but we knew enough Spanish to get by and the Manager was quick to jump in to help when needed. We snacked on chips and salsa, had a few beers and ordered combo fajitas for two to-go. We got to the room and were shocked at how much food we had. It was two boxes full of meat and two boxes full of the set up/sides. Easily could have shared one order but hey, we got great left overs out of it! All and all great little spot and would do again any time.

    Shay G.

    Had dinner here, and out of a table of 4 people we were all really impressed with the food. Nobody had a bad dish. The tacos al pastor and asada were both incredible, especially with the avocado jalapeno sauce. The flautas were really good, and a really large portion (three of the largest flautas I've ever seen). The fajitas were terrific, with beef and shrimp that were juicy and well seasoned. The chimichanga was enormous, and it was available with a wide array of meats including the same amazing pastor used in the tacos. The only fault I can find with the restaurant was that the service wasn't the best. The waitress spoke English but not well and we had a few misunderstandings, but the manager was on top of it often coming over to clarify if necessary. Honestly, though? I would endure being actively yelled at while I ate my food for more of those tacos (not that that would happen here). This place is worth it. Plus it was pretty cheap, especially given the portion sizes. I will absolutely be eating here regularly and I hope that get all of the business they deserve.

    Chicken fajita taco salad

    Pretty good little Mexican restaurant! Taco salad is good. Salsa isn't my favorite which is kinda a make it or break it most the time but the chicken is amazing

    The watered down queso that I ended up eating as dinner because my tacos were inedible

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    Quedamos muy satisfechos con mi esposo, exelente lugar, la atencion y la comida excelentes!!! primera vez y vamos a volver.

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    Great service new favorite place to eat. Shrimp cocktail was amazing Their sangria margarita is delicious

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    Ceviche is the best in town super good food hole in the wall I order that everytime glad we have this location here in East plano

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    Haywire

    Haywire

    4.3
    (2.5k reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$

    I met some friends here for dinner on Friday, 6/12. I voted for this place, since I found out they…read morewere a affiliated with The Ranch - which I LOVE! The menu is exactly the same which is great! I ordered the Texas Redfish. I did tell the ladies we HAD TO order the Crispy Pork Belly Bites as an appetizer, and I put it on my tab. They are always GREAT! To top it off, I had the Route 66 Pecan Pie with vanilla ice cream = WONDERFUL! Saul G was a very good server! I took pics of all meals/desserts ordered below.

    Haywire serves up qualitative & well prepared American fare, with southwest accents. The service…read morewas excellent for our party of 9. We had elk tacos, gulf coast ceviche, babyback ribs, chicken fried steak, double cheeseburgers, Texas redfish, caesar salad, ice cream, whiskey bread pudding, & carrot cake. Plenty of drinks, including a wine bottle, 2 haywire's, & a jack daniels. Soft drinks too. The appetizers were fantasic. My double cheeseburger emphasized the meat, well seasoned, right amount of pickles & greens, not overwhelmed with sauce. The tallow fries were as good as it ever gets: crispy, soft inside, must be 2x fried. Outside square had great World Cup fan area. We watched Colombia vs Uzbekistan. My team Croatia lost to England previously, but Haywire soothed my disappointment with an excellent dining experience. BTW: $638.04 with a 20% tip. Great value. This would cost so much more in my home state of California.

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    Haywire
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    CraftWay Kitchen - Plano

    CraftWay Kitchen - Plano

    4.6
    (946 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$

    I really enjoyed the American cuisine here--great food and a nice atmosphere overall…read more I ordered the French onion soup and the Reuben eggrolls. The French onion soup seems to be popular here, and as soon as I saw that buttery-looking pastry puff baked on top, I knew I had to order it! It was definitely hearty, with plenty of onions (which I love). However, it was a bit saltier than I prefer. I do wish there were an option to substitute the onion soup with a chowder, like clam or corn chowder. The Reuben eggrolls were surprisingly good! I'm used to traditional Asian eggrolls, so I really liked this creative twist. The house-smoked pastrami, sauerkraut, and melted Gruyère cheese worked so well together. They tasted amazing with the spicy Russian dipping sauce (which I appreciated wasn't too spicy). It was such a flavorful and memorable dish! I'm glad I gave it a try.

    So many employees lots people. All walking by us but took a while for a waiter . And they had just…read moreopened, not very many people. I had the steak frites. The steak was cooked perfectly has potential to be amazing just needs spices desperately needs some spices . The French fries they covered with paprika but the steak nothing Husband had the French dip , he loved it . He loved the bread said he was able to eat it without having to tear it with his teeth , some hoagies are tough , this wasn't just nice and soft . The meat was tender, not fatty and but held together such as you could dip it without having a giant mass of meat inside the sauce, it was actually in the sandwich you could dip it, eat it, but it was soft enough that you could eat it. Was loud inside and cold. Our waiter was so nice , up until he walked up my husband wanted to leave . Cause people that came in after us were being offered water and no one had said anything to us . I am gluten free, there wasn't much attention given to my food allergy. But I can manage and know how to protect myself. The waiter wrote down my food allergy but didn't seem to pay it any mind Update : see below they said email them I did no response

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    Chicken Milanese
    Chicken Milanese
    Espresso Martini & Cucumber Ranch Water

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    Union Bear Brewing Company

    Union Bear Brewing Company

    4.4
    (1.2k reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$

    We came to Union Bear on a weekday and it was really busy, but we didn't have to wait to get a nice…read moretable on the porch. We ordered two sets of beer flights, they were good overall, and I especially loved the mango and pineapple ones. For food, we got the BBQ chicken flatbread and a burger. The chicken flatbread was really good, and the fries with the burger were tasty too. The only downside was the burger bun, it was too oily. Also, the tomato, pickles, and lettuce came on the side, which we didn't ask for, so we had to assemble the burger ourselves. Overall, the environment and service were great. Our waitress, Savannah, was really nice and attentive. I'd come back.

    My girlfriend and I visited Union Bear during happy hour, and overall, we had a really nice…read moreexperience. We ordered the Boss Hog flatbread, chips and queso, and two margaritas the Skinny Bear on the rocks and the Caddy frozen margarita. We definitely enjoyed the happy hour discounts, which made the visit even better. We started with our drinks, and both margaritas were mixed very well. The Skinny Bear did seem a little stronger, but both had great flavor and were easy to enjoy. For appetizers, we ordered the chips and queso. The chips were thin, crispy, and had a nice dash of seasoning on them, but we do wish they had been served hot. The queso was warm, but not piping hot, and the texture was a little gritty, almost powder-like. We were expecting a creamier cheese, so it was good, but not our favorite part of the meal. Now, the star of the show was definitely the Boss Hog flatbread. It was cooked to perfection, baked really well, and had that nice crispy texture. The toppings were generous, and every bite had great flavor. I would absolutely order it again. The ambiance was also amazing. We loved being able to see the brewery, and the dim lighting set a cool, relaxed tone. The employees were nice, friendly, and welcoming, which added to the overall experience. I would definitely come back to try more menu items, and I recommend Union Bear for a cute date night, happy hour, or a laid back evening with good drinks and food.

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    Ladies room was very clean and beautifully decorated!
    Ladies room was very clean and beautifully decorated!
    Awesome meat and cheese board. The herb spiced goat cheese is really good
    Awesome meat and cheese board. The herb spiced goat cheese is really good
    Whiskey Island and Union Bear Imperial Oat Stout

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    Whiskey Cake

    Whiskey Cake

    4.2
    (3.9k reviews)
    7.8 mi
    $$

    Brunch at Whiskey Cake Plano was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. The food…read morewas outstanding--everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can really tell they take pride in their menu. The atmosphere was just as impressive. It struck the perfect balance between lively and relaxed, making it a great spot to enjoy a weekend brunch without feeling rushed. What truly made our visit unforgettable, though, was our server, Kevin. He was genuinely out of this world--attentive without being overbearing, friendly, and incredibly personable. He anticipated our needs, checked in at just the right moments, and made us feel completely taken care of. Kevin elevated an already great brunch into a top-tier dining experience. We'll definitely be back, and we'll be hoping to sit in Kevin's section again! Left image - Rueben Sandwich Right image - Farmer's breakfast

    Had choice of eating outside or inside. We chose inside. Busy, busy on a Friday evening…read more Cocktails are very tasty here. Started with the brussel sprouts. Very good, cooked well and nice char. Had the shrimp pasta. Very good. Also had the pastrami sandwich. Good, but thin on the pastrami. If you want a good Pastrami sandwich, try Cindi's Deli or Deli News. Management take note. Tasty food, good service. Will be back and recommend to anyone.

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    Fish 'N Chips:
wild Alaskan cod, beer batter, dill crumble, Sazerac barrel aged malt vinegar, hand-cut fries, remoulade
    Fish 'N Chips: wild Alaskan cod, beer batter, dill crumble, Sazerac barrel aged malt vinegar, hand-cut fries, remoulade
    TAVERN BURGER:
brisket blend, new American cheese, dill pickles, lettuce, tomato, fancy sauce, sesame bun

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    TAVERN BURGER: brisket blend, new American cheese, dill pickles, lettuce, tomato, fancy sauce, sesame bun
    Sixty Vines

    Sixty Vines

    4.5
    (2.2k reviews)
    7.8 mi
    $$

    Stopped by Sixty Vines for brunch and it didn't disappoint. When you arrive there is plenty of…read moreparking around the restaurant. Walking in you'll feel like you've been transported to a bright and open California wine bar. To be seated you'll check in with the host and then be shown to your table. For food we started with the Brussel sprouts (crispy fried, kung pao vinaigrette, scallions, toasted sesame seeds, cashews) which had a hint of spice and were excellent. For entrees my partner ordered the shrimp and avocado cobb salad (avocado, hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes, watermelon radish, buttermilk chive dressing) which was so good and the dressing could literally go on anything. For my entree I ordered the brunch pizza which I believe has since been taken off the menu but was excellent. For dessert you'll definitely want to order the Deviled Affogato (devil's food cake, vanilla ice cream, coffee caramel, nitro cold brew coffee shot). The sauce on top and all of the flavors combined make this an excellent way to end the meal.

    We're new to the area and choose Sixty Vines for brunch because of the solid reviews. The space…read moreitself is large, open, and bright without feeling sterile. It was super busy when we arrived, but we were seated right away. A team member came by with water, and after a few minutes, our server took our order. The NA blackberry sage and soda was refreshing, and we enjoyed the gluten free bacon wrapped dates. We also ordered a board with the tam and cheddar cheeses, coppa and prosciutto, almonds, honeycomb, and gluten free bread. The serving size was perfect for two people, and I loved the tam. We enjoyed our meal and definitely will be back to try other menu items.

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    Sixty Vines
    Sixty Vines
    Sad I only took a picture of the cake, the food is amazing!!!!!!   can't wait to go back, very pretty place, great restaurant

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    Sad I only took a picture of the cake, the food is amazing!!!!!! can't wait to go back, very pretty place, great restaurant
    Fowling Warehouse DFW

    Fowling Warehouse DFW

    4.3
    (49 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This is one of the most fun and creative concepts ever!! I highly recommend that you come here with…read morea large group. If you are great at football, this will be your time to shine. The game is much harder than it appears but its a lot of fun. Its pretty much bowling except you use a football as your bowling ball and the game is to knock down your pins with the football. The food is good as well and they have a pretty large bar with many drink selections. Service was great and parking is ample. Love this concept and cant wait to come back with friends!

    Ambiance: This is such a cute and affordable activity for friends, family, or a date night. You can…read moreeither reserve a lane in advance or simply walk in. The space is large, with plenty of lanes available. The staff is extremely friendly and check in often. Food/Drinks: They offer a solid menu with entrées and appetizers. There are bottled and draft beer options. There is also ample seating throughout the space if you want to sit down and enjoy your food or drinks. Fowling: The game itself is really fun and easy to learn. It's a simple concept but very entertaining, and it was only $15 per person. There are also many TVs around, so you can watch while you play. Other Activities: In addition to fowling, there are free games available such as cornhole, giant Jenga/connect 4, and a large Tetris game. There are also several arcade-style games you can play for an additional cost, generally ranging from $1 to $4.

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    Rodeo Goat

    Rodeo Goat

    4.1
    (672 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    Casual dining

    My wife and I met some friends here on the 4th. We met around 5pm and ordered some beers…read more Service was fast and friendly. There wasn't a huge crowd, and our food came quickly. The atmosphere was casual and up beat. All the burgers and loaded fries were cooked to perfection. One of our friends had the Bloody Mary and she seemed to enjoy it. I overheard the group say more than once. That whoever recommended this place did a good job. Overall very pleasant experience. I'd definitely eat here again.

    My family and I decided to go to Rodeo Goat for lunch. We walked in, were politely greeted, and…read moretold to sit wherever we wanted. There was plenty of seating at the restaurant with long tables, sit down tables, and outdoor seating. After choosing our table we waited 15 minutes before our waitresses showed up. They were very busy with the lunch rush so it took awhile between everything. It even took awhile to get our waters. One waitress was in training and learning from the other. The positive was that the waitresses were friendly throughout. After looking at the menu and waiting another 15 minutes we finally placed our order. We got our appetizer after waiting another 15 minutes. Thankfully that held us over until we got our burgers and fries. We started with tostada chips and queso. It was good and we ate it up pretty quickly. We requested another basket of chips to finish off the queso. To eat with our burgers we ordered hand punched fries and sweet potato fries. The hand cut fries were nice and thick and you could taste the salt. I enjoyed eating them with ketchup. The sweet potato fries were also thick and salty and you could taste the flavor of the potato. No need for ketchup with these fries unless you want it. For my burger I ordered the HL Hunt cooked medium which comes with white cheese, bacon, blackberry compote and mustard. The burger was filling, the cheese was melted but it had little flavor, and the bacon was chewy. The compote was my favorite part of the burger as it added a slightly sweet flavor. I requested a medium cooked burger but it didn't taste that way but it was still good despite that. Overall Rodeo Goat has lots of seating and friendly staff but I would go at an off peak time so that you don't have to wait a long time for everything. The food was still good despite the wait.

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    Rodeo Goat
    Rodeo Goat
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