I have been eating their bread since I was a little girl. I remember them always being stocked up…read morewith variety. Lately, when I go, it's either they've run out or are low. Conchas are perfectly soft when warm, if you're lucky to arrive when they just came out! The young servers do need to improve their customer service. Don't expect any coffee or sit down. It's a grab and go type of establishment.

La Especial Bakery es de esos lugares que se sienten desde que entras. Este pan está delicioso como…read moreno se dan una idea. Súper suavecitos y con un sabor que me recuerda al pan de telera que uno compra en México. Cada mordida sabe a casa y a tradición bien hecha. Siempre que vengo al valle paso por aquí. Vale la pena llegar tempranito porque el pan sale calientito y se acaba rápido. Eso ya dice todo. La familia que atiende es muy linda y se nota que le ponen corazón a su negocio y a la comunidad. Es una panadería que realmente es parte del alma del barrio. Me encanta llegar y comprar pan para llevar. Las conchas son lo mejor sin duda. Pero mi consejo es probar poquito de todo. Las empanadas están bien ricas y las galletitas también. Todo tiene ese sabor auténtico que no se imita. Este lugar sabe a puro México. Es tradición es cariño y es comunidad en cada bolsa de pan. Si pasan por el valle no se lo pierdan.

Came here to try their mostachon that came highly recommended. There was a language barrier which…read moreis fine but as soon as I checked in on Yelp and showed them our 20% off coupon they refused to honor it and even called the manager who had no idea this existed. The mostachon looked delicious but the disconnect with the coupon they put online was a turn off. We left without trying.

I was looking for a cake for my niece for her birthday and didn't want Heb or Costcos.. and…read morestumbled on Los Pasteles Caseros De Gaby did not disappoint.. Strawberry Cake was delish....will come back for my in September.

Excellent cakes! Made to order, excellent taste, and moist! Sabrina is very responsive and was…read morevery professional with our order. Every detail we wanted was included in the cake and it was a hit! If you want a baker with quality, order her cakes! First class!

From the owner: Home based bakery offering budget friendly cakes for all occasions.read more

I did an insta cart order for my mom on Mother's Day. Ordered 2 cupcakes., carrot cake and lemon…read more They got there in great time, packed beautifully and she loved them. They were delicious!

First and foremost - our go to for gluten free cupcakes and cakes. Also they have great ice cream…read moreand dairy free ice cream options.

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.

Visited this place because it had excellent Yelp reviews but I think the Yelpers probably missed on…read morethis one. As you walk in the ambiance is amazing! Everyone dresses with bakers hats and the place is clean and you can smell the fresh baked bread being cooked. The service is a great as well. As soon as we were seated, we were helped and our order was taken. From there it just became a below average experience. The eggs were fine but look at the pictures. The hashbrowns look store bought or like from a fast food joint. The ham was thin sliced and looked like a cut from a deli meat package from the store. This was very disappointing for the price of I believe $11.99 for this plate. You can get much better food for $12.00 in the RGV. The best thing about this place was the pan dulce/sweet bread. The conchas were good. My advice if you are in the area, stop for the pan dulce but skip the over priced breakfast food because you will be disappointed like I was. 3 stars for the cleanliness and ambiance and pan Dulce. That's about it!

As I walked I was greeted by a kind waiter that helped our group get seated. Once we sat I saw the…read morebakery part of the restaurant and was so excited to try the concha's! I ordered cafe lechero that was so delicious and still robust. I ordered migas my favorite Mexican breakfast dish. It was so good and tasty with a side of refried beans with queso fresco. The waiter walked around with a tray of freshly made concha's and I grabbed one it was so delicious and good. My husband ordered a breakfast plate with a pancake and our friends tried the French toast and they really enjoyed their meals. The restaurant had a nostalgic fancy look and vibe with the decor and staff uniforms. Such a sweet hidden gem! I shall return

The bake goods are delicious. The customer service, ounce…read moreyou get thru the line its good. I must say, that although I enjoyed my mocha latte and my hazelnut lobster tail tremendously - I missed the wow factor. The store appeared to be short-staffed. There was a line of people waiting for their turn because there was only one person behind the counter. We purchased a mini-pecan pie. It was ok. The cupcakes looked pretty ordinary. Whenver I am at that mall in the future, I may stop by for a cup of coffee and a pastry. But, I will not be making a special trip to purchase bakegoods in the future.

Vanilla confetti cake is overrated and not worth $7 a slice in my opinion. The service was nice but…read morestaffing could be improved for the after dinner crowd. Only 1 person working.

Super hot, fresh, and delicious. Genuinely best pizza I have eaten. The dough was so good and they…read moreare pretty cheap. Homemade pizza super good. And the service was amazing, the lady's were so nice and sweet. The overall place was so good and clean. They have lots of options for food. Lots of pan, drinks, and over all good snacks.

Alejandro's is open early and closes late ...and their pastries are always fresh (with many…read morevarieties to suit all tastes leaning towards the Mexican of course). The pizza (pepperoni) was fresh and with a crisp crust. The staff is pleasant and helpful. The flan was also amazing. Texture was perfect! One of the best I've had. If you're in McAllen hankering for Mexican pastries, flan or pizza on the go, stop at Alejandro's!

A perfect "slice" of cake. The Bundt cakes are always moist and flavorful. I love trying their…read moreseasonal flavors.

I've been to a few Nothing Bundt cake places and haven't been impressed. I decided to try the new…read moreone here in Harlingen and the little personal bundt (strawberry) that I purchased wasn't fresh. The texture was as though it came frozen and it was rancid tasting. I'll stick to Gloria's! Ladies in the shop were nice and attentive. Store was clean and smelled as though there was no baking going on.