Union Bear has quickly become one of my favorite spots in downtown McKinney. The fact that they brew 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. read more

Great experience at Union Bear Brewing Co. 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. read more

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Gotta do 5 stars b/c we come here often. It's got great ambiance. Service is great. There are some items I've loved, some I've just feel could have been better for the price. But .... we love the place. The burgers are good, the desserts are both good, chicken fried steak is hit and miss, chicken tenders are good, poke bowl good...but clunky to eat. We love the garlic green beans. read more

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Large spacious area. There is indoor, outdoor, and pet area sitting. Love their happy hour specials! I did order a Vanilla Sky cocktail ($11) and UB pretzel bites ($8). Service was quick and efficient. read more

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The Korean shrimp tacos are incredible! My boyfriend couldn't stop telling me how good they were on the car ride home! Great experience coming here and the service was great! Atmosphere was welcoming and we are excited to try other dishes in the future! Flatbreads looked so good! read more

We made a reservation for our family of five and I am so glad we did - this place is busy! We waited in a short line to check in and were immediately seated once we checked in. Our booth was very comfortable and easily fit our family of five. The noise level is above average, but not for a sports bar/brewery. It was just right for us. We could talk, but didn't to worry about anyone being disturbed by our kids being a little louder than normal. The menu isn't big, so I suggest perusing before arriving, especially if you have dietary restrictions or are picky. Our family settled on + Korean Shrimp Tacos (no dairy). The kitchen was super careful not to include any dairy in my tacos. They were tasty, but I didn't realize the shrimp would be fried and the slaw would be removed to accomodate my no dairy request. I would pick something else next time. + Big Tavern Burger for my husband and he loved it! Even the fries were a hit. + Big Tavern Burger with cheese and grilled onions only for one of the kids. + Plain hamburger and a single meat patty for our other two kiddos. + Hubby and I both got unsweet iced teas and the tea was brewed just right. Our waitress was wonderful, I hate that I forgot her name. She was friendly and kept our waters and iced tea full the whole time. She was never hard to find if we needed something, but gave us space to enjoy our dinner too. We will definitely be back! read more

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I met up with a friend for some green beer and shenanigans on St. Patrick's day, Grace and Emma were our servers both were "amazing like Grace!" To start of course Green Beer, it was refreshing nothing to over the top like an IPA. Starter we shared the sweet and spicy shrimp-Tempura battered, Thai sweet chili and napa slaw...yes please! So full of flavor! Due to the festivities we both decided on the fish and chips the batter was light and airy it comes with three pieces which is plenty. The fries are a MUST! Desert to share was the Lemon Blue Berry cake...RUN and get this NOW! Overall I had an amazing experience and will definitely be back! read more

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We have absolutely no complaints! We came on a whim on a Saturday and I forgot to take pictures because we were enjoying it so much. First of all, sit on the heated patio. It's Texas in the winter, you will be fine. But in all seriousness it is enclosed and the heaters keep you comfy. Second, the chicken fingers are the most juicy chicken fingers that you'll ever have. Also what place these days gives you the superior dipping sauces that you have to have and need when enjoying a dish of this caliber! Also, the Brussels sprouts slaw was so good our 10 month old devoured it with the chicken fingers. The Caesar salad was needy level. Again, if a place gives you fresh cracked pepper on your Caesar, you must return. It is law. This salad was amazing, and the Parmesan was even flavorful. Who says that? We also got the strawberry paper plan, don't get if you want something sweet. But if you're a real one who likes a Savory drink, DO IT!! We will be back! read more

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Gorgeous space, superb staff, lovely food- vegan options!!! And good beer. Can't go wrong. I love their beer. Exited to come try their new McKinney location. So excited about the falafel burger. Salty but delicious!! Plant based goodness!! Patio sitting at its finest. read more

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Quite good; diverse menu with great options and of course an incredible beer selection. Service is snappy and crisp - very attentive staff / reflecting great management! Food quality is good; order the loaded chips as an appetizer and you may not order anything else! Good staff good food and great location in McKinney- small parking lot so get there early ! Ambience is a tad loud when they are packed - beautiful patio for outdoor dining as well. read more

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This restaurant is in a great location and very aesthetically pleasing decor wise. They have a decent menu; definitely would come here for drinks over food. I've been here three times now with friend invites and it's okay food wise. Definitely edible but nothing that really is memorable or amazing. Service is good overall; two visits it was excellent and the other it was okay. We've ordered the salmon, a flat bread (honey pig), the fish and chips, the pretzel, the poke bowl, the Brussels, pork rinds and the sweet and spicy shrimp. The salmon is good but the sides with it are just eh. The fish and chips are not worth your money. Very bland and the breading is too heavy. Wasn't impressed with the Brussels, or the pork rinds. The pretzel bites honestly were my favorite things here. The shrimp appetizer was okay as well. Feel it's a tad over priced for the taste. Fun spot for hanging out and drinking; but for eating it's not my jam. read more

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Stopped by for the first time to eat lunch today and we loved it. Quick seating, great atmosphere, and our waitress, Kennedy, took amazing care of us. We had the pretzel bites to start, then for entrees: fish & chips (great batter) and the grilled pork chop. Everything came out hot and was so delicious! My partner had a couple beers, and I tried the Pear-ry Jam and Falling Leaves cocktails from the seasonal menu. Both were incredible! We both left happy, full, and ready to come by again soon! read more

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We had some friends visiting and we needed a place for an afternoon weekend outing. We decided on Union Bear Brewing and I'm glad we did. First and foremost the cocktails were great! We ordered from both the seasonal drink menu and regular and all around we were happy. I was a little skeptical about the pizza with it being deep dish, we were just looking for a small bite but after seeing it (our friend's ordered one) I will definitely be trying the white pie next time! The wings were quite salty and the fries were really nothing special, but at least they were crispy! None of the other appetizers really stood out to me though. The interior is really pretty and has a great patio. Great place to catch some sports with a friendly staff as well. They do have their own parking lot with maybe 10 spots otherwise there are other parking options like street parking and parking garages in the area. read more

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Food was passable Drink was too sweet and beer was not as chilled as we would have like it. But overall not a bad place Service was good and ambience was quiet read more

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First time trying this place and for the most part, enjoyed what we ordered. The decor is a modern lounge/bar and looked really nice. We sat on the patio as it was a nice day out. We started with a beer, a glass of wine, and a "caddy", which is similar to a frozen margarita. The caddy was quite sour and ok. This place didn't have any cider, but I think they may be looking into potentially offering one at some point. Food wise, we split a big tavern burger, which was cooked well and was quite tasty. The fires were probably my favorite. They were the size of McD fries, but really crispy! The crisp dry-sliced wings lived up to their name. They were incredibly crispy and jam packed with seasoning. IMO, they were heavily seasoned, but some might enjoy that. The service was great and I could see us going back at some point. read more

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First off, we had a great waiter in Caleb, who kept our drinks full and took care of is very well, the food was phenomenal. Had the Texas redfish which I dearly love and it tasted probably the best I've ever had. It was just delicious and along with it you get you get a salad and along with the fish couscous so it was very well portioned and well set up on the plate. lastly, the general manager gave Nissen went out of his way to get us a table for seven. He called back and left a message, and then I talked to him very pleasant fellow and was enjoyable to talk to, and he took care of us it was a very enjoyable evening for the family and we thank Union Bear, Caleb and Gabe. read more

I'm visiting for Miami and was looking for a local restaurant with good food. We were greeted with the most polite hostesses with the biggest smiles and immediately sat although the place was a bit busy. Our server was amazing and guided us to an amazing meal not the mention the ambiance was just what we were looking for! read more

We came to this restaurant to grab a quick dinner in the area on a hot summer evening. Even though we showed up without reservations, seating was not too hard and the wait was not too long. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful inside and the outside area was also very nice with a beautiful covered porch and well scattered tables. It might be the New York in me, and the fact that I am not as acclimatized to Texas Summers anymore, but when we got to our outside table and sat down, it felt like I was going to die. I really do think that the misters and whatever situation they have for climate control on the outside Porch are simply not enough and they definitely need to add more fans. To start off, I ordered the dry rubbed chicken wings that were absolutely phenomenal, they were cooked perfectly, and I loved the dusting on them. Beer were served cold, but lacked foam on top, which makes it go warm quicker. For my entrée, I went with the trout and was slightly disappointed. The flavors sounded delicious on paper, but did not work too well for me. The slaw was on the dry side and could've used a lot more of that lemony sauce. Arugula was largely missing from the plate and the texture of those dried chickpeas was way off, I would rather prefer them to be crunchy, than dehydrated and soft. They literally added nothing to the dish. The filet of trout itself was cooked very well. I loved the cornmeal dusting and the crunchiness that it added to the exterior of the fish. For dessert, we went with the brownie and I absolutely loved the textures on it. The ice cream paired well, and I loved the little bits of toffee. This was definitely a texture girlie's dream. Overall, I would say this restaurant was a hit or miss, and I hope that they can make some improvement based on my feedback. read more

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The chicken tender was delicious; I definitely love the Brussel sprout slaw that came with it. The crunchy almonds in the slaw added the wonderful taste to it . My son got the pretzel bites, and it tasted okay , almost reminding me of baguette. I didn't care much for the beer cheese dip though. Place was full so we ended up sitting outdoors which was a little hot. They had shades and fans so it wasn't so bad despite the triple digit temp. The service was fast and our server was attentive. I wouldn't be opposed to coming back and trying other things. I saw some interesting and nicely plate food serve to other guests. read more

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Spent a rainy afternoon here on a Sunday... and enjoyed our visit. We were sat right away and our waitress was super attentive and friendly. We both enjoyed a beer and a couple of appetizers. Their pretzel bites were good. Our other appetizer was okay... maybe on the stale side so we won't order that again. I liked the ambiance of the restaurant - from the decor to the overall vibe. I like the location too in downtown McKInney. If we were in the area, I'll surely swing by for another drink! read more

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Love union bear! I like coming here late night so I can take advantage of the happy hour. Drinks are really good and strong!! Service has been great the past couple visits. read more

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I had ex excellent experience at Union Bear yesterday evening. I had never been to this or any other location, but was in historic McKinney and decided to give it a try. I was assisted by two hostesses, and both were very friendly and welcoming. My waiter was also very friendly and helpful. I sat in the patio, which is slightly covered with fans, misters, and TVs. I ordered a sure house salad, and at the suggestions of my waiter, the reuben and the Whiskey Business cocktail. The food was great and came out quickly. My drink not so much.... At one point, a staff member came to my table with a bourbon flight. I told her I didn't order it. She looked confused but returned to the bar. I was almost halfway through my meal when my waiter approached me, apologizing about the drink. He said that he accidentally hit the wrong drink button for my order and that they were working on the drink I ordered. I appreciated him for apologizing and for taking accountability for the mistake. You have no idea how rare that has become at restaurants. I wasn't upset at all because he acknowledged this error. Two minutes later, my drink arrived and it was very good. It was a nice, flavorful, sweet bourbon drink that's great for the summer. I will absolutely be back to Union Bear! Highly recommend. read more

Our first visit to McKinney & wanted to check out Union Bear on a Saturday afternoon. The weather was a bit warmer, so all the windows were open, and a light breeze added to the ambiance. Food was extremely fresh & tasty, and the ales were fantastic. Service was top tier, and our only complaint were the flies ~ they were everywhere! It did take away from enjoying the meal, so hoping they can find a resolution & soon! read more

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We decided to check this place out for dinner. Service was great as well as foods. The salad dressing was amazing. It was a zesty taste tgat was irresistible. The main dish was extremely flavorful, perfectly cooked beef. Ambiance was great with big screen tvs all around. We'll definitely come back! read more

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Was so excited to try this new spot in Mckinney Downtown, happy to report that I loved it. Great Ambiance and terrific cocktails! The strawberry paper plane is so so good! I normally don't order fruity cocktails but this was not too sweet but had a tangy subtle sweet taste, loved it! The cucumber jalapeño mule was good too. The Mediterranean plate is really really good, all the dips from Muhammara, hummus, Zough and baba Ghanoush were delicious! Highly recommend for drinks, food and ambiance! read more

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Edit: Cynthia was our server and she was extremely helpful and friendly I forgot her name so I had to ask when we got our bill! The bar manager, Blake came by to check on us. They're still working out the kinks on some things, but we had an amazing experience overall. Our main dishes were so delicious! Blackened salmon with a spinach and arugula salad. YUM! Hubby's fish was battered perfectly and the fish was flaky and delicious. The view on the patio overlooks the park. We will be back! read more

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My first time in and I was impressed. They just opened so I expected everything to be on point, and they still exceeded expectations. I was sad they didn't have their stout on tap, but it is getting warmer outside and stout is a cold weather beer ( in my opinion ). Their No Coast IPA was very good. I also enjoyed their west coast IPA I ordered a burger which was amazing in every way. I'm excited McKinney has another Brewery in town, I'm not a fan of Tupps so this makes me happy. read more

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I've been there several times and have had very good food, beverage and friendly service.

McKinney, meet your new favorite hangout--Union Bear has arrived, and it's already a hit! From the outside, you might think the space is on the smaller side, but once you step inside, you're greeted with a surprisingly spacious interior adorned with stylish hunter green accents, reminiscent of the Plano location. And the patio? Way bigger than expected--definitely made for Texas evenings. We visited on a Wednesday night, and the place was buzzing. It felt like all of McKinney showed up to welcome them, and the energy was amazing. Even though it was just their second day open, the service was solid. The staff handled the crowd with ease, and the manager even stopped by to check in with guests--a nice, personal touch. We started with the chips and queso (highly recommend!)--the chips were crisp and the queso was rich and creamy. We split a pizza and asked for fresh-cut jalapeños, which they happily added. The crust was thicker than expected, but it totally worked--tasty and satisfying. We'll definitely be back for more. Union Bear McKinney is off to a strong start, and it looks like the community is here for it! read more

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Food and beer was excellent. Great atmosphere. Highly recommend if you want a nice break.

We've visited Union Bear Brewing in McKinney three times now, and each experience has been great. One thing we've noticed and really enjoy is that the menu changes depending on the time of day. They offer a solid happy hour menu that's perfect for sharing bites and drinks after work, and they also have a late-night menu that makes it easy to grab something tasty after hours. The variety keeps each visit a little different, which makes it fun to come back. Between the food, drinks, and relaxed atmosphere, it's definitely a spot worth checking out whether you're stopping in for a casual lunch, happy hour, or a late- night snack read more

This place was 5 stars all around. The service, ambiance, and food. We got the wings to start followed by redfish and the tomato salad with salmon. I've been to a lot of restaurants in my life and this was one of my favorites. I don't live here and will dream about the Wings. read more

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Fabulous food, great atmosphere and awesome location. Had a fabulous server who was our tour guide through the wonderful culinary adventure.

Came here on a crowded afternoon, so get a reservation if possible because we were able to be seated immediately at our reservation time. There are a ton of drink options, and the Union Bear sour beer is delicious! For appetizers we got the Mediterranean platter and it was great. The burger and Brussel sprouts were also fantastic. The best part about the restaurant though had to be how quick the service was. It was full and it must have taken 5 minutes to get our food after ordering. We will definitely be back, it's a great place to come and spend an afternoon! read more

This location has been open for a few months now. Beautiful decor, great atmosphere fantastic service. Had a small meeting here, great spot for lunch and dinner. Jalapeño cucumber mule was delicious not to spicy but tasty. Chicken tenders were outstanding the breaded of the chicken was amazing, sides of any dipping sauces you like. Fries were just decent, the slaw was just okay more like Brussels sprout cabbage slaw. They have their own parking lot! Not much restaurant downtown McKinney have their own parking. read more

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Flicking your hair in my food is totally nasty! Please have your staff net their locks! Asking me to pass you plates - wait! I am not there to do your job!! And asking me what I'm doing tonight is not your business! After said and done - replace management! First time and disguised! read more

The best wings of my life! The red fish was also so fresh. I was in town visiting and will definitely be back here if I come back to this part of Dallas read more

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A perfect new addition to McKinney! Came on opening day, not expecting to get a seat right away, but was surprised and got a booth immediately. I ordered the fish and chips and was a little underwhelmed. The first bite of Cod was perfectly crusted but was a bit fishy, the fries tasted flat, and the brussel sprouts cole slaw was way too tangy and tough. We ordered the UB light draft beer, which was delicious. The interior was warm and inviting with lots of windows overlooking Mitchell Park and the bar area was excellent which opened onto the beautiful patio area. We will definitely be back to visit Union Bear as they are a welcoming addition to our neighborhood. read more

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We were visiting a friend and she took us here and highly recommend it. The food was great and the service was great

I have visited three times since they opened. Even on opening night they were well trained and personable. Alicia was our server night one and we had a party of six that she handled flawlessly. The appetizers that I have tried are the spicy shrimp, pretzel bites, queso/chips, and the green chili pork rinds. The first three listed here were outstanding and will definitely order again (and have). The pork rinds were too dry in my opinion. Drinks have been the honey bear on repeat and the skinny bear (nicely spiced). The vanilla sky was uber sweet, so it was a one and done. Cheeseburgers, chicken sandwich, and the white pizza have been the dinner orders here. All were excellent and will hit the rotation. Atmosphere here is exactly what downtown McKinney needed. Really nice restaurant, but casual. They slot nicely between a Lockwood/Spoons and Harvest/Ricks. read more