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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in McAllen

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in McAllen? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of SALT restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1370)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
McAllen
About the restaurant
SALT-New American Table, brought to you by the owners of McAllen’s house.wine & bistro. and Salomé on Main, Chef Larry Delgado and his lovely wife Jessica Delgado. The chef driven menu features local, organic and sustainable products, and a full service bar that boast beautiful, boutique wines, craft beers, and high end spirits!
Top review
Aaron
Dined 3 days ago
Gilbert was our server and did a great job as always! He knows how to read the table and is always available but never smothering. The food was great as always too! The recommendations (Ono and Churro Ice Cream Sandwich) were greatly appreciated.
A photo of Ambra restaurant
4.7
4.7 (287)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
AMBRA combines a globally inspired steakhouse and a chic lounge creating one electrifying dining experience. Inside AMBRA, every foot of space is filled with eye-catching visuals, varied lighting, contrasting materials and textures, lush plants, and a layout of space perfect for mingling, date night, and dining. Take a seat in one of our stylish dining rooms or enjoy al fresco seating in our outdoor patio while sipping mezcal cocktails until closing time, when you dine with us every experience will be one to remember.
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Jerry
Dined 4 days ago
Our server Cristina was very attentive and knowledgeable of menu items. Drinks were top notch and meal was delicious. The only negative I would say is music grew louder as evening went which made it more challenging to carry a conversation. All in all, I highly recommend this place for a good dinner outing.
A photo of La Doble M Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (32)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
McAllen
About the restaurant
Un restaurante de alta cocina en la cual nuestro menú, inspirado en la exquisita gastronomía del norte de México, conjunto a un servicio excepcional distinguen este concepto.
Esta propuesta culinaria combina nuestra cocina de brasa, los cuales ingredientes y texturas dan una experiencia memorable al paladar, con un fondo donde la música y decoración se entrelazan para crear el mejor ambiente al cliente.

Top review
Anthony
Dined 6 days ago
Service and food are far above average. Great place for a date night/birthday.
A photo of Mikhuna Japanese-Peruvian Cuisine restaurant
4.7
4.7 (290)
$30 and under
Japanese
McAllen
About the restaurant
Our aim is to bring the flavors of Peru and nikkei to the Rio Grande Valley, while providing a culinary experience that can't be found anywhere else. When you dine at MIKHUNA, you can expect Peruvian flavors that are exotic yet balanced. On our menu, you'll find indigenous Peruvian recipes, Japanese-influenced nikkei plates, and modern flavors you might encounter today in the streets of Lima.
Top review
Lyn
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
Ceviche always the winner. Everything was excellent as well, esp my chaufa. Even dessert was divine. Marco is an excellent sever
A photo of The Republic of the Rio Grande restaurant
4.7
4.7 (157)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
A sumptuous, indoor-outdoor bar & grill serving Southwest menu, including steaks & pizza.

At the Republic of the Rio Grande, our attention to detail and the way we present a platter tells you that dining here is going to be special, no matter the occasion. We strive to create a sumptuous and exciting dining experience for all of our guests

Disclaimer: For Friday and Saturday reservations please call the restaurant directly. We recommend giving us up to a 24 hour notice if you would like to book with us due to possible low availability.

Top review
Edwin
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, great service, and great recommendations by our server. Definitely had a great night to celebrate my birthday with my family
A photo of Santa Fe Steakhouse and Cantina restaurant
4.7
4.7 (605)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
Santa Fe's Steakhouse & Cantina is famous for it's award winning steaks, fine wine & handcrafted cocktails. Don't miss out on the Orange Roughy, a favorite. High-end destination serving steaks & seafood backed by a massive wine list, plus live music nights.
Top review
Carlos
Dined 7 days ago
Tuna steak was good. Noodles had to much salt. To salty. I did not tell the server if I had done so I’m sure they would have replaced my meal.
A photo of house. wine. & bistro. restaurant
4.6
4.6 (504)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
McAllen
About the restaurant
house. wine. & bistro. offers a boutique wine bar & New American Bistro dining experience featuring over 100 wines, craft beers and a diverse menu of locally sourced ingredients.
Top review
Kelly
Dined 4 days ago
We loved every bit of our experience. Food was delicious and service was great.
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A photo of Prime Steak & Seafood restaurant
4.5
4.5 (445)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
At PRIME, we don’t just cook food. We craft a dining experience defined by excellence. Our perfectly prepared dishes reflect the full potential of the finest ingredients, because we treat the process of crafting good food as an art, not a science. Served within a luxuriously appointed dining room and paired with the very best appetizers, sides, and beverages, every meal at PRIME is one worth remembering.

Relax in our private dining area that seats up to people. Elegantly set and beautifully decorated, our dining room perfectly complements your unforgettable taste experience. Stop by for that special date, that exciting celebration, or that important business connection. The very best in fine steakhouse dining awaits.

Top review
Bob
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
Great service and delish food! The lobster pasta bake was enough for two and the shrimp Bisque with the vol au vent pastry dome was a great presentation.
A photo of Il Forno a Legna restaurant
4.8
4.8 (424)
$30 and under
Italian
McAllen
About the restaurant
Since 2016, our chefs have used the finest ingredients available to recreate heirloom Italian recipes. We're inspired by the Italian way of life and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones. Il Forno a Legna is our love letter to Italian tradition, and our gift to the Rio Grande Valley. Bring a few friends and remember, a tavola non si invecchia.
Top review
JoycelynVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Food is fabulous. Best Italian foods and great drinks.
A photo of Texas de Brazil - Mcallen restaurant
4.5
4.5 (952)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
Top review
Jose
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
10/10 the date I had with my future wife🥳 was the best
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