Union Bear has quickly become one of my favorite spots in downtown McKinney. The fact that they…read morebrew their own beer right there on site is a big part of the draw for me. I am not usually a dark beer guy but the server talked me into their schwarzbier and I ended up ordering a second one. If you are into porters and stouts they have you covered, and if you lean lighter there is plenty on the board too. The food held its own right alongside the beer. I went with the burger and it hit exactly the way a good pub burger should, juicy with a solid char and fries that actually get finished. My wife ordered the pappardelle on a recommendation from the table next to us and she was not sharing much of it, which tells you everything. We started with the chips and queso and cleared the bowl before the entrees even landed. Great vibe inside, big patio, and the service kept our drinks full the whole time. This one is an easy recommend.

Great experience at Union Bear Brewing Co…read more Customer service was on point. Our waitress checked on us just enough without smothering us. I'm not a fan of constant interruptions while eating, so that balance was appreciated. The place itself is awesome. Plenty of TVs, a great layout, outdoor patio, and a great bar area. Perfect hangout spot whether you're with family, friends, or just grabbing lunch solo. Prices are reasonable and competitive with similar spots. The downtown McKinney location is ideal and easy walking distance to other shops and restaurants, so no need to keep driving around. Food was great. The burger was juicy and flavorful even well done. The salmon was also well done with crispy edges and a slab of butter that melted right over it great flavor. Hoping that butter option is available for the steak because that's next on my list. Sides were solid too. Only thing I wasn't big on was the fries. They're super thin, so they were crispy but had a slightly hard, borderline stale texture. Just my opinion though. overall still a great experience. Definitely coming back. Burger and salmon were outstanding, customer service was great, and the atmosphere makes it a spot worth checking out with family or friends.

I was in the mood for Chicken Francese and after searching the McKinney surrounding area. Roma's…read morehad good reviews. Online it said it was spicy so I called to place my order to request non spicy. They were able to make the work no issues. My husband ordered the Chicken Murphy and we got the meatball sub for our toddler. All of the food came in nice size portions and they even packed the rolls for us as well. The Chicken Francese was really good and I will definitely order it again. My husband loved his food as well a the bite that I fried was tasty. The meatball sub was big and my toddler loved it. I'm looking forward to coming back here to dine in instead of taking it to go.

Chicken Jayne! Bruschetta! Smoked Old Fashion!! You have to go! This place is AWESOME! The…read morepizza is great too!! All the best!!

Stopped by Stix Ice House around noon and ordered a Caesar salad wrap. It was delicious. The…read moreservice was amazing too--friendly, fast, and attentive. Definitely recommend! Our server was great too, can't remember his name but he was very charismatic and seemed like a genuinely good person! I will be coming back loved it!!

We were in a mood to eat burgers and found Stix on Yelp since we wanted to look at a new place, our…read moreregulars are Rodeo Goat and Kenney's. Had read great reviews which was reassuring. You have to seat yourself - there were enough vacant tables to pick from. Within a few minutes, our server was over and helped us narrow down on what we wanted to order. I went for a Crushed Velvet Mule in addition to Cali, Buffalo (both grilled versions) and Burg B Q. We told our server that between me and my wife, we will be sharing the chicken sandwich and hence requested that it be sliced into 2. Not only were the burgers sliced, it was served in separate plates with sides as well - that was a really nice touch. Cali was a bit bland, Buffalo and Burg B Q were both really nice. The drink was nice as well. There was live music but we were seated near a table that was pretty boisterous, could hardly hear anything. The outdoor seating overlooking greenery and events they do at the restaurant make the place quite different - we will definitely be back soon to try other options on the menu.

We were in downtown McKinney and wanted a bit to eat and tried this place out. It didn't disappoint…read moreand will say the food was good. Our server was attentive and you could tell that a lot of locals swing by because she knew a lot of people coming in. The seating is first come first serve so be prepared for that. They have patio seating for those that want to enjoy the outside. The inside has a bar and plenty of tables. It can be a tight squeeze at some tables but makes it feel more homey. For food I had the breakfast sandwich and it was good. Pretty basic but everything from the toppings to the eggs were fresh and cooked well. The pancake was good and big so glad I tried it. Overall it's a great local spot that I will check out again.

We landed here about a year ago, come in once a month or so for Karaoke night. We are always…read morerallied in by our friend who loves to sing and is an ex-professional metal singer. We love downtown McKinney and so many establishments have that southern charm, friendly service, and just love people. We always bring in a group of paying patrons. Early on we felt there was a clickish vibe, but never thought anything about it. We make friends everywhere, since we are travelers . Last few months we noticed a shift, bartender ruder, lack of service, the regulars shifting their gaze as if something was wrong. Last night ended that for us, and I'm sure they will be thrilled. Our bonus son chose to come here for his celebratory event. We invited a variety of people we knew, local talents, professionals, and family. Hateful comments about having a few balloons and party hats and how "you BETTER clean all that UP, I'm not doing it." We were treated with disdain. No service, each person had to get our own menu when we were ready to order, , and silverware after food was served, no one took our drink orders, when we went to the bar-our tabs were closed after each drink order. The bartender, Chevon, (who is always there) was rude and ugly to our whole group and to those she didn't even know was in our group. The new DJ, (Shawn) skipped over our friend twice. Chevron (bartender) who didn't know the person she was speaking to was my sister, said "I hate that guy, all he sings is rock songs." I mean... it karaoke. And that guy she's talking about has been bringing a group of people here for over a year. So carry on the "high school drama" there are a ton of places in McKinney that are lovely and welcoming. When you are hateful to singers, doctors, nurses, business owners, and veterans... that news will travel fast. And as rude and ugly as this review is, it's not near as rude or ugly as we were treated, individually and as a group. If you are gonna be bias to people, you don't need to be serving them. It's sad, because I know Karen and what Spoons means to her and her family. I hope they clean house and start over in the back. FYI (Shawn was a really nice DJ, he was so kind to people celebrating others.) But other than that, I wouldn't recommend The Garage for any new Collin County resident, any bridal party, bachelor party, or group celebrating anything... you can DM me and I'll give you a personal list of plenty of places to go. Many of them walking distance.

Such a cool place! A friend of a friend recommended we come here while in town and I'm happy we…read moredid! The entrance is so fun and the ambiance inside is beautiful. I do not drink alcohol, but the Grasshopper drink was AMAZING. It tasted just like melted mint ice cream! We got an order of the truffle fries to go and they were also amazing. The prices were pretty decent as well. I removed a star as the service was rather slow and inattentive. We entered at 7:45pm and didn't leave until 9pm despite only having 3 total drinks and no food. We will definitely be back next time we are in town!

Wow.. cool hidden spot in the circle.. Snitches get…read morestitches... Great service, awesome mixology... AA++. Food looks amazing.. we were here only for the drinks...

We met some friends for a birthday and it's actually quite nice the food was great too will be…read moregoing back

Took my husband to The Yard restaurant in McKinney Texas. The service was great and our waitress…read moreKylie was excellent. The atmosphere was not so loud and my husband and I had a wonderful time together. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a casual place to eat indoors or out!

Very impressed with the freshness, quality, service, and affordable price. Our server, Gabby, was…read moresuper friendly and helpful. The decor looks like it may have been left from a prior seafood restaurant, but who cares? Our favorites, fried calamari, ola bay edamame, rangoon, steak fried rice, tempura lobster roll.... highly recommend!

I was extremely disappointed with my experience at Yohe Sushi and Seafood Restaurant. We came in…read morehoping to celebrate my son's birthday, just one day after his actual birthday, and the manager refused to honor the birthday meal promotion despite us explaining the situation. A one-day difference, especially for a family celebration, could have easily been handled with a little kindness or flexibility, but instead we were met with rigid policies and zero customer appreciation. The food was ok, but customer service and how management treats families matter just as much. What should have been a special birthday outing turned into a frustrating and disappointing experience because of how uncompromising the manager was. It felt more like they cared about technicalities than creating good customer experiences. Sadly, this lack of consideration left a bad impression, and we won't be returning. There are plenty of other restaurants that value customer loyalty and know how to make celebrations feel special.

-An employee was smoking in the non smoking area near the entrance. No apologies there…read more -I was trying to book a birthday party and was told the whole date was available but we could only book by sending an email. -sent an email that day(May 22nd) the email to book a party but I got a response May 24th saying that date was booked and not offering any other time or day. We probably won't be back. I feel as though I have unknowingly done something wrong.

Back again! Saturday 5/23. As an ancient millennial who grew up on video games and arcades and can…read morestill hit Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A without hesitation, this place is tubular lol. I think they have that game too! Really great vibe; not overly chaotic, just people of all ages genuinely having a good time. Perfect spot to either pop in for a few games or stay and hang out awhile. Everything was clean, the game selection was solid and a perfect night for solo game playing - hello that's me! Also, shoutout to the girl at the front w the Star Wars sweatshirt. She complimented my Wu Tang shirt before I could compliment her fabulous sweatshirt and from that point I knew a RAD time, was about to be had ;). I hate that I forgot her name, but she was awesome and instantly made the place feel even cooler. The Force was no doubt with her! Had a genuinely great time and will definitely be back a 3rd time!!

I had the opportunity to enjoy Bottles and Boards for 2022 New Year's Eve. This place is absolutely…read moreamazing and we had so much fun with others and with the staff bringing in the new year. I look forward to doing this again next year and making it an annual tradition with my wife. Cooking is a mix of chemistry and artistry and the lady's at Bottles and Board have all this in spades and more. The service and atmosphere is wonderful. They make you feel as an honored guest. Why travel to Allen or Plano when we have this wonderful treasure in our backyard.Mac and Cheese Egg Rolls

Great atmosphere, amazing service and food was well worth the drive! Very quaint and cozy feeling…read more Garlic bisque soup was like French bread in a cup!

We had double date night at Centro and we are so impressed with the restaurant! From the staff, to…read morethe details in the decor and the taste of the food, everything was exceptional. We enjoyed the burrata with cherry and the homemade pasta! We will be back for more!

Centro on the Square delivered one of the most enjoyable dining experiences we've had in a long…read moretime. My husband and I met friends for a double date, and from the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding. The staff was attentive without hovering, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely friendly throughout the evening. We started with cocktails, shared three appetizers, enjoyed two bottles of wine, ordered four entrées, sampled three desserts, and finished with nightcaps. Not a single dish missed the mark. The burrata was fresh and creamy, the calamari was perfectly cooked, and the steak tataki was one of the highlights of the meal. Every entrée was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. The restaurant has a polished atmosphere that still feels relaxed and welcoming. It's the kind of place where you can settle in, enjoy good conversation, and appreciate great food without feeling rushed. Excellent food, excellent service, and an all-around memorable evening. We're already looking forward to our next visit. We also want to recognize the outstanding service we received during our visit. Our server, Gabby, was warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and helped make the entire dining experience feel special from start to finish. It's clear she genuinely cares about her guests and takes pride in what she does. We were equally impressed by Connie, the manager on duty. She was incredibly welcoming, professional, and present throughout the evening. Connie went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and her leadership and hospitality were evident in every interaction. Between Gabby's exceptional service and Connie's attention to detail, they elevated an already wonderful meal into a truly memorable experience. Great food brings people in, but great people are what make guests want to come back--and Gabby and Connie are excellent examples of that.