Gerardo's McAllen Favorites
Food scene
The most delicious Mexican Food in McAllen. They have great margaritas too. They have relocated to La Plaza Mall.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Palenque Grill
2200 S 10th StThe most delicious Mexican Food in McAllen. They have great margaritas too. They have relocated to La Plaza Mall.
Be sure to sit by the Chefs Bar. It’s very interactive. You can experience the kitchen and enjoy a delicious dinner.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
SALT - New American Table
210 N Main StBe sure to sit by the Chefs Bar. It’s very interactive. You can experience the kitchen and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Best Italian in McAllen. They have great service.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
House Wine & Bistro
1117 US-83 BUSBest Italian in McAllen. They have great service.
Great brunch spot. They have good salads and sandwiches.
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Birdie Bistro
301 N Main StGreat brunch spot. They have good salads and sandwiches.
Some of the best cuts can be found here. This restaurant has been around for quite some time. They have excellent service, excellent drinks, and excellent food! It’s a must. Dress up!
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina
1918 S 10th StSome of the best cuts can be found here. This restaurant has been around for quite some time. They have excellent service, excellent drinks, and excellent food! It’s a must. Dress up!
The Centennial Club
1410 Austin AveBohemian restaurant with good food and good drinks.
The Ropa Vieja here is my personal favorite. Their mixologists are also some of the best in McAllen.
El Divino Dining & Cocktails
5001 N 10th StThe Ropa Vieja here is my personal favorite. Their mixologists are also some of the best in McAllen.
Delicious Tex Mex heaven! Ask for a cucumber martini with chili powder on the rim. Local favorite.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Republic of the Rio Grande
1411 S 10th StDelicious Tex Mex heaven! Ask for a cucumber martini with chili powder on the rim. Local favorite.
Bars
Daily special. Very relaxed atmosphere.
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Suerte Bar & Grill
301 S 17th StDaily special. Very relaxed atmosphere.
Good electronic house music on the weekends. Friday’s and Saturday’s it’s usually very busy.
The Roof Top Lounge
324 S 17th StGood electronic house music on the weekends. Friday’s and Saturday’s it’s usually very busy.
Good place to golf and have good food and drinks.
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Topgolf
1901 I-2Good place to golf and have good food and drinks.
Always fun to play games, nibble, and good drinks.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dave & Buster's
2700 W Expy 83Always fun to play games, nibble, and good drinks.
Sightseeing
Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre de Santa Ana
3325 Green JaySome great shopping can be done here. You can find just about anything.
86 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Plaza Mall
2200 S 10th StSome great shopping can be done here. You can find just about anything.
City/town information
South Padre Island is a quick 1 hour 20 minute drive from McAllen. It makes for a great day trip.
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South Padre Island
South Padre Island is a quick 1 hour 20 minute drive from McAllen. It makes for a great day trip.