With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in McAllen using rankings from . Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list鈥攁nd to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
You may also like: How much house $1 million buys you in McAllen
1 / 30
#30. Il Forno a Legna
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (45 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3817 N 10th St Ste 5 Ste 5, McAllen, TX 78501-2195
-
2 / 30
#29. Red Lobster
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (147 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 701 West Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503
-
3 / 30
#28. Mambo Seafood
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (93 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4817 West Expressway 83 Ste 100, McAllen, TX 78503
-
4 / 30
#27. Cowboy Chicken
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (55 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: $
- Price: not available
- Address: 1020 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78504-3746
-
5 / 30
#26. New York Deli Ii
6 / 30
#25. Roosevelt's at 7
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (82 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 821 N Main St, McAllen, TX 78501-4324
-
7 / 30
#24. Tony Roma's
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (108 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2121 S 10th St, McAllen, TX 78503-5407
-
8 / 30
#23. Romano's Macaroni Grill
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (63 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3500 West Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78501
-
9 / 30
#22. Cracker Barrel
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (123 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3817 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8145
-
10 / 30
#21. The Centennial
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (65 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fusion
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1410 Austin Ave, McAllen, TX 78501-5155
-
You may also like: Highest-rated chicken wings in McAllen by diners
11 / 30
#20. La Costa Grill
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (45 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 33 York Street Suite 1235, McAllen, TX 78501
-
12 / 30
#19. Mama's Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (79 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 401 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-4509
-
13 / 30
#18. P.F. Chang's
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (139 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Chinese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3100 Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503
-
14 / 30
#17. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (105 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1224 E Jackson Ave, McAllen, TX 78503-1605
-
15 / 30
#16. Pappadeaux
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (100 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: Hwy 281, McAllen, TX
-
You may also like: Highest-paying management jobs for people in McAllen
16 / 30
#15. Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (186 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 222 West Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78501
-
17 / 30
#14. Mama Mia Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (82 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 100 E US Highway 83, McAllen, TX 78501-8933
-
18 / 30
#13. Blue Onion
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (124 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 925 W Dove Ave, McAllen, TX 78504-3502
-
19 / 30
#12. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (160 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3200 Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78501-8343
-
20 / 30
#11. Dirty Al's Bayou Grill
21 / 30
#10. Republic of the Rio Grande
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (269 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Southwestern, Latin
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1411 S 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-5025
-
22 / 30
#9. Costa Messa Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (305 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1621 N 11th St & 5248 N 10th St 1800 S Main Street, McAllen, TX 78501-4113
-
23 / 30
#8. Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (134 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3020 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78501
-
24 / 30
#7. Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (237 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1610 W. Expressway 83, Pharr, TX 78577
-
25 / 30
#6. House Wine and Bistro
26 / 30
#5. Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (311 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1918 S 10th St, McAllen, TX 78503-5404
-
27 / 30
#4. On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (93 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 800 Convention Center Blvd Embassy Suites by Hilton McAllen Convention Center, McAllen, TX 78501
-
28 / 30
#3. Palenque Grill La Plaza Mall
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (365 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2200 S 10th St Ste S21 La Plaza Mall, McAllen, TX 78503-1600
-
29 / 30
#2. The Patio on Guerra
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (196 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 116 S 17th St, McAllen, TX 78501-5134
-
30 / 30
#1. Salt
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (212 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 210 N Main St, McAllen, TX 78501-4631
-
You may also like: Car insurance rates in McAllen October 2025
