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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in McAllen

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for the best special occasion 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 book, 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!
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Robert
Dined 5 days ago
The environment and experience was above all wonderful. Our servers were excellent. Our family had a great time.
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.
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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 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.
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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 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.

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Anthony
Dined 6 days ago
Service and food are far above average. Great place for a date night/birthday.
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 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.
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Jose
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
10/10 the date I had with my future wife🥳 was the best
A photo of Toloa Rooftop restaurant
4.5
4.5 (57)
$30 and under
Mexican / Southwestern
McAllen
About the restaurant
Overlooking North McAllen, TOLOA's rooftop space acts as a studio for creating social experiences around food and drink. A list of seasonally curated cocktails act as an accessory to the open-air patio and lounge from sunset to late night. The food offered focuses on Modern Mexican eatery and is designed to either be shared, provide a small bite, or be ordered as a multi-course dinner. TOLOA is a new way to indulge and be social.
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Dan
Dined on 13 Oct 2024
Food was ok. Steak was very chewy and very small lobster/shrimp on what easily seen as a hot dog bun.
A photo of Liam's Steakhouse - South Padre Island restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1172)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
Alfonso Salazar, better known as “Dirty Al” originally started shrimping as a young man with his father and 6 brothers. In 2003, he and his youngest son, Cameron, who graduated from Culinary School, transformed his bait stand into a restaurant where together they have been known for having “The World’s Best Fried Shrimp”! In 2005, his other two sons returned home to help grow the business. To this day, they now own 7 restaurants on beautiful South Padre Island and across the valley and continue to bring only the “best” Gulf Seafood to each customer’s table.
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Susan
Dined 3 days ago
It was a dinner tonight celebrate our anniversary and I wanted something kind of special. The atmosphere was very warm and cozy. We were seated by a window overlooking the LagunaMadre as the sun was setting. Linen tablecloths and Napkins “proper “ wine glasses and silverware. Our waiter was helpful and his suggestions on the starters were spot on. The boneless ribeye was perfectly done and the bacon wrapped shrimp were marvelous. We will be back for another special occasion.
A photo of Palominos - McAllen restaurant
4.4
4.4 (41)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
McAllen
About the restaurant
Palominos Restaurant expands to the United States with the opening of its new location in McAllen, Texas. Recognized as one of the best steakhouses offering fine Sonoran-style steaks in Mexico, Palominos boasts over 50 years of experience and 11 locations in Mexico. We have become known for the unparalleled quality of our steaks and an exceptional dining atmosphere.

Our restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a family meal, host private events, celebrate birthdays, or hold important business meetings. We offer various seating options, including indoor tables, an outdoor terrace, and private rooms.

Among our house specialties are the Black Onyx, Rib Eye Aguachile, and our iconic Filete a la Bacanora. Plus, our extensive drink menu and welcoming ambiance will make your visit a truly unforgettable experience.

You can also find us in Mexico at our locations in Hermosillo, Mexicali, Tijuana, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Mexico City, and Guadalajara.

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OlgaVIP
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
Everything was fine! Delicious food, good selection of wine, great service! We passed great time with the friends
A photo of BOND Cocktail Lounge restaurant
4.4
4.4 (17)
$31 to $50
Lounge
McAllen
About the restaurant
At Bond Cocktail Lounge, our focus is on delivering an elevated experience where every detail matters. From our expertly crafted cocktails to our thoughtfully curated dishes, we aim to blend innovation with timeless elegance. Our menu highlights fresh, premium ingredients and global influences, while our bar program is designed to push the boundaries of mixology. Whether you’re joining us for a refined evening or a social gathering, Bond is dedicated to creating a space where exceptional flavors and impeccable service come together.
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ANDRES
Dined 3 days ago
The only problem we experienced while there is that we didn’t want to leave , we will definitely be coming back when in the McAllen area again.
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