This place is incredibly welcoming, the atmosphere is fantastic, and there's tons of seating! Service was excellent and very friendly, has a bar to watch sports at and have some drinks. I love this place, and the food is really, really good. I will definitely recommend this to anyone thinking of a fun hangout spot, especially on a weekend! read more

My family loves this place because of their outdoor seating. It's great for kids and big groups of friends to hang out with nice shaded area, fun energy but peaceful. Food is ok (about 7-7.5/10) Service is 10/10, everyone is as nice and friendly as you can ask for. read more

The Yard - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

What a cool place and space! I was in the area and it was a beautiful day to be outside. What I liked about this place is even though it's outdoors, it is mostly covered by trees so it provides a good amount of shade from this hot TX summer heat. My server was Alyssa who was just amazing! She was so sweet and helpful and just had such a great personality and made sure I wasn't forgotten even though I was solo and didn't need much. She constantly checked on me and had great suggestions. If it's your first visit (as it was mine) they give you a free time queso and chips app. So I had that, and also got some of their wings which were delicious and a great portion size. I will definitely be back. It's a great way to spend a nice day and enjoy with friends and/or family. read more

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We love this place! Amazing staff, delicious food & drinks, great atmosphere, family & dog friendly with a huge outdoor area, and always a fun time! Bonus points for nice bathrooms & baby/kid friendly changing stations!! If you're in downtown McKinney and the weather is nice, this is the place to go! read more

Had the black bean burger. I wouldn't call it a burger, it was more like a black bean paste sandwich. It tasted good. Hub got the wings and said due to the sauce, they weren't crispy and it ruined the wing experience. He did like the sauce. Of course we'll be back. They have other good food. read more

Spent the afternoon at The Yard and honestly couldn't have picked a better setting. Beautiful ambiance tucked under the trees with a relaxed energy that makes it easy to lose track of time. Brooke was amazing sweet, knowledgeable, attentive, and never once pushy. Service felt natural and welcoming from start to finish. Had the Cobb salad with shrimp along with an Austin raspberry cider, and both hit the spot for a warm afternoon. Fresh, light, and refreshing while enjoying the outdoor atmosphere. One of those places that feels effortlessly charming without trying too hard. Perfect spot to unwind, have good conversation, and enjoy a slow afternoon. read more

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The Yard has the best chicken tenders in McKinney Tx. We haven't found another restaurant in the McKinney area that has better chicken tenders than Yards not even canes. These chicken tenders are tender with the perfect crispness to them. read more

Moving to McKinney last year was a great decision, because of places like this. It makes me feel more at home knowing there's restaurants like this that exist, I could not finish the nachos, at all. My friend could not either! The food was awesome through and through, I left impressed and thinking of when I will be back, that's how you know a place is good and they get my business. read more

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Crowded Overpriced Disorganized There's alot more brunch options locally that cater to larger and smaller parties that allow dogs and kids and there's not an hour + wait. Your paying I guess for an experience thats trendy and somewhat insta-wortht, which is crowded and loud with arguably better food a mule down the stret read more

Had dinner with my wife, daughter and future SIL. What a beautiful evening- love the outdoor patio seating options. My wife had black bean burger and I enjoyed the blackened Mahi tacos- both plates were superb. Plenty of good drink options - would definitely get the Union Bear IPA again. Waitress was top shelf material- super responsive and was checking in frequently. Don't know when I'll be back to McKinney but The Yard will definitely be on the list! read more

The Yard - Open patio at the heart of The Yard. - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

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It's getting colder outside in Dallas but my friend and I still wanted to try sitting outside one last time and I am glad that we did! The outdoor seating was very cute with all of the lighting and I think that it would be perfect outside to watch sports games with friends as well! We both started with the Watermelonade to drink and it was so good! Very refreshing and we could definitely taste the alcohol. What I liked about it was that it wasn't too sweet and the alcohol wasn't too strong. We also got the Front Porch Nachos with half chicken and half brisket to share, my friend got the Grown Up Grilled Cheese, and I got the Yard Burger. The nachos were way bigger portion than I expected but for the best! I really liked how many toppings there were on the nachos and although the chicken was good, the brisket was definitely the star of the show!! Very flavorful and tender and we cleared the brisket side the fastest. I would highly recommend getting the brisket on the nachos if you were to get it! My burger was perfectly cooked, juicy, and everything that I needed in a burger! Super simple and classic and the fries that came with it on the side were perfect. Super crispy fries that still heated up well as leftovers later. My friend let me try some of her grilled cheese and tomato soup and it was really good as well! The grilled cheese had bacon inside and the soup was super flavorful. I would for sure get this especially on a cold night it was so cozy Overall, I really liked The Yard! I can't wait to try other items on the menu and come back for the nachos!! I forgot her name, but our server was super nice and always came to check on us. Can't wait to come back! read more

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First time going to Fairview farmers and I absolutely enjoyed everything that we had. We were there for a late lunch. We ate outside. We walked up to the hostess stand and the sat us right away. Their outside Dining area is great. The only thing that bugged me were the flies, but obviously we were eating outside so we knew that there would have some bugs. We had drinks. The frozen strawberry rosé and the watermelonade. We ordered the farmers grain bowl and added chicken and the harvest grain bowl and we added salmon. Our salads were delicious. We are definitely coming back to try other things on the menu. read more

The Yard - The farmers grain bowl and the harvest grain bowl. - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

Omg... I'm starting my review with those words, because it was so good! The waffle fries covered in pulled pork was incredible, and the atmosphere is always fun because it has a very homey feel to it, the picnic benches bring that out, and there's a bar too which is cool! I even ordered a couple drinks, just an awesome way to spend my time off with my girl and kids. read more

Very busy place, have to wait for a seat between 25-30 mins! Definitely very loud. Food was okay not amazing.

Loved the way they cater to you. You can sit in any type of seating and they even separated the main course. Very casual but still a quality experience. Our waiter checked on us regularly. At one point we weren't sure where everyone went. We had to get up to get the check. Definitely great for a fun day in McKinney. Very great blend of Texas food mixed with all of its cultural influences from outside of Texas. Was grateful it wasn't a bad place to get food just because we weren't drinking. 10/10 read more

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Service was awesome when I went over the weekend. My chicken tenders were out in under 10 minutes. They're quick when you have the right server. There was a couple off nights where a server was slower or didn't come check on me as often as was needed, but overall, it's a great spot. I love the layout, so I give it 5 stars. read more

Great menu options. Service is always attentive. Loving sitting outside in the actual yard. Enjoy the option to sit inside at the bar or outside at the outdoor bar. Haven't had a meal here that disappointed us and we highly recommend trying it out if you have not been. The drink menu is solid. read more

Went exploring in the Downtown McKinney area and decided to stop by The Yard for a quick midday snack. My friend grabbed a beer and said it was cold and crisp, just how he likes it. I went with a bowl of chili, and it really hit the spot, warm, flavorful, and satisfying. We sat outside and enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere. Loved seeing so many dogs around; it's clearly a pet-friendly spot, which added to the charm. Service was quick and our waiter was friendly and efficient. Overall, a great little stop with good vibes and solid food. read more

The Yard - Chili - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

Our experience here was chill. Service was efficient and fast, and the food was good quality, fresh, and tasted great! The Yard Bird Wings appeared saucy but the flavor and texture was perfectly balanced and slightly crispy. The chicken tenders and fries had the perfect crisp and were cooked nicely. We also enjoyed their turkey meatloaf. Overall, it was a quick lunch with larger portions, so I recommend sharing them! read more

The Yard - Yard Bird Wings - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

Good place. Perk there is happy hour here. Large area with indoor and outdoor seating. Pet friendly outside. This place has a big family presence. Food was good. During busy times, it could be hard to find parking. There are wait times when it is packed. read more

The Yard - Vibe - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

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First appearance arriving at opening time on a dreadfully cold Sunday, was the welcoming spacious yard they have for their guests. Unfortunately we were not able to enjoy it due to weather yet, we had a few ladies greet us as we were hugged by the warmth of the heaters. This venue had a very inviting atmosphere that makes you want to stay. The food was also delicious. Yard burger, chicken tenders, and 1/2 order of nachos were all pleasantly filling. Also the queso is a must have to prepare you for your meal. Our waitress was able to be readily available for any needs without smothering our party. Drinks never made it half empty and frequently served on all without interrupting any conversation through the party. read more

Hidden gem! The food was amazing, the service was fantastic and even in the Texas heat, the place felt cool enough even at 5pm in August! My family loved it read more

AVOID!!! I was so excited to try this restaurant and it was insanely different than all the reviews. My friend and I walked circles around the property trying to figure out where we can sit or even place an order. Finally, we found someone and we requested to sit outside away from a heater. Well....there was apparently no "outside servers" that day. This was very confusing because there were many staff members just standing chatting with customers who already paid ages ago. The food was very salty and it tasted like it's been sitting there for a while. Additionally, the infamous waffle fries came out lukewarm which was very unpleasant. The entire time we were in the restaurant I see all the staff chatting it up with the same customers who happened to later buy them all food. I guess thats how you get their attention. Because somehow, we never got any refills or even our check. Keep in mind there wasn't many people in the restaurant itself at that time. read more

After a little confusion getting to the host station, we were seated quickly, with plenty of tables to choose from. Don't get me wrong, there was a good number of people eating, just had more tables to offer, so no wait! Our server was one of the most attentive I've ever had. Water on the table as we were sitting, queso and chips came out as the waitress was walking away, and food was as fast as it could be, as to not interrupt our queso. On the food, we loved the queso, and chips were seasoned well. The burger was amazing (looked like two smash burgers style), buffalo chicken tacos on point, but I was not in love with the club. I am a traditionalist with clubs, and where I loved the crispy golden sourdough, I didn't love the chalula aioli. The overall best part of this dining was the atmosphere. It's hard to explain, but think picnic tables (high quality ones that don't wobble), under crazy shade with a great breeze. The picture does not do it justice. We will be back. read more

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Excellent food and service. They also have a great outdoor space with lots of shade and fans so it's comfortable even during the hot summer months. read more

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I came here specifically for the froze and was very disappointed. I remember years ago coming here several times in the summer for this cocktail. But I was very surprised that the drink looks completely different. I asked the server why is the color so yellowish and not red with strawberries like before when I've tried it and she said because they changed the vendor for the strawberry syrup. We also got the catfish and it was just ok read more

The Yard - Froze - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

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Food has been great everytime Ive been there. Service is always good too. Nice, fun atmosphere.

This place was just so beautiful and amazing. I love eating here and the ambience of this place is phenomenal. I am from the west coast visiting for a few days and I love how they set up this place. Staff were friendly and helpful. I ordered the grilled cheese and the tomato soup which were very delicious. Thank you for the service. read more

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Fantastic outdoor facility, with 2 indoor bars facing the courtyard. 4 cascading levels of dining areas: a roof-covered porch, then a tree-shaded patio, then the courtyard with a step-down in middle, these are picnic tables with sun umbrella... and misting fans all over! Pro tip: You can enter from 3 sides of this complex, with the largest parking lot on the east side. I arrived on a Monday Happy Hour, hoping for a smaller crowd. Not sure who was cooking, but I will never try Mondays again. The Epic Shrimp Burrito was an epic failure. It is probably better served in a bowl. Both tap beers I sampled were flat as a fried egg The pleasant young staff were good workers that covered the yardage here very well. Supposedly the menu will change with the seasons, so I might return for bottled drinks and other menu options. The Yard is on InstaGram and Facebook. read more

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Love coming here with my dog after walks for some great drinks and bites. During the cold months they have heaters and there is plenty of shade during the sunny days. The frozen cocktails are always refreshing and tasty. read more

In town for a soccer tournament and between games we stopped in...loved the food and the ambiance. Sorry, didn't take food pics but we ordered a lot...fried pickles (great) , brisket nachos (also great), the Del Mar surf tacos x2 (delicious!), the ribeye taco plate (friend stated it was delicious), the yard burger (huge) and the yard wings (good)...all amazing! If we are ever in town again, we will return. read more

I can for the iconic gooey butter cake. It's a nope. I'm not a cool whip gal, prefer real whipped cream. Did not care for the flavor either. Great chill atmosphere, I would return for that. skip this cake read more

The Yard - Strawberry shortcake buttercake - Sports Bars Near Me - McKinney, Texas

Food was good. I really liked the buffalo shrimp and my sister said the nachos were really good. The turkey club was okay. I didn't get a picture of our queso because it went so fast but it was really good. Service was subpar. It really felt like our server didn't want to be there at all. May have just been his personality. However, I believe a manager was also helping out and he was more than friendly with us. This is a fun little spot and I like the atmosphere. Great for lunch or dinner. read more

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Great environment! They make great cocktails and the food is really good. Love the outdoor atmosphere, especially in the cool weather. read more

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

Akhil is the man and provided awesome service for us!!! The food is outstanding! We had the steak taco plate which was amazing and the wife had the grilled cheese which was delish. The drinks pair great with the food menu. Will def be back again read more

Foodie galore. The drinks are great with two bars incase it's busy. Great for family and friends with outdoor games and fire rings to sit around. Delicious food... and portions are LARGE (in a good way). Staff handles the business extremely well and everyone is super friendly. Love this place. read more

I came here with some friends a few months back and man was it packed on a Saturday night. The restaurant was pretty warm even inside, it seemed there was not much AC going on since the doors were open. I also came in the back entrance apparently and didnt realize there is an entire outdoor area out front. Parking is a NIGHTMARE. That was the biggest downside for me. The menu had pretty good options. I got the church street club and swapped my side for chips and queso. It was much more food than I could eat in one sitting! But everything tasted good. I would love to come back another day when its not so hectic. read more

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Food was great. loved the indoor / outdoor options. they had sprinkler fans going to cool people off. service was great as waitress came back several times to check on what we wanted. toddlers had a wonderful time and also enjoyed the food. read more

Had a great experience at The Yard. The outdoor atmosphere is fun and relaxing, and the wait staff (Nicole) and hosts were all friendly and quick with service. The managers (Ruben) were very involved, walking around and checking on guests to make sure everything was going well. Overall, a very friendly and fun place. We'll definitely be back for the chicken fingers and fried pickles. read more