I came for an anniversary brunch on a Tuesday at 10 AM and had the entire place to ourselves. Our…read moreserver was training a new server and they both did really good! This was our first time having brunch here and they were super helpful with explaining the menu (since there is a lot of French) and recommended for us to try the Croquettes. My boyfriend loved them!! I on the other hand was not very fond of the taste but I still had one :) I had the croissant sandwich and that was the best croissant and best sandwich I have ever had 10/10. It was super filling and the croissant just melts in your mouth. I had tried their pastries before and I HAVE EVER BEEN DISAPPOINTED PLS GO TRYYYY!! (If they ever make those beignets from agave fest again I would go every week for my fix) My boyfriend had the Canard Et Gaufre which is duck and waffles and he really enjoyed the duck. The only issue with this dish was that you can't eat it without using your hands or getting dirty. Other than that this is definitely a must try if you like chicken and waffles.

My mom and I ventured to Brownsville for a girls brunch and were delighted with our experience. The…read moreatmosphere was absolutely perfect, and the food was great! She got the quiche, I ordered the crab cakes Benedictine, and we split the Nutella crepes. So delicious. But the star of the morning I think was our tea lattes. She had a blueberry muffin latte made with earl gray tea and I had the taro tea latte. They were incredible. We were so happy with our brunch!

Every thing went well the Ambulance was here fast!! Got me to the Hospital in time. Had a bad…read morereaction to some medication, that took my blood pressure to over 200/ 95.!!!!

First thing I noticed is the amazing décore it gave a European vibe! I was immediately assisted by…read morea wonderful hostess so polite and had a wonderful experience! And lastly the food ABSOLUTELY DIVINE!! I had the Tuna Tucson first it was so flavorful this is definitely my favorite thing I've gotten so far then my wonderful hostess brought out my tasty soup it paired nicely with the fresh baguette half it was so warm and had a delectable crunchy crust and to finish off my wondrous meal I had a refreshing luscious strawberry sorbet! Loved it here will be returning to try the rest of the scrumptious menu! :)))

Such a beautiful place inside and out! As an electric…read morewheelchair user the place was accessible. Tables were seated height but my chair managed to fit perfectly. I ordered the chicken chilaquiles and the pictures says enough. It was Delicious! I recommend marrying the sauces both the red and green salsas were made to perfection! Also, we ordered the carafe of mimosas which added a great flavor to our brunch. Finished it with a complimentary cake slice for our birthday girl in our group!

The Loretto Bistro delivers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. This was our…read morefourth visit, and despite living about an hour away, it's a place we continue to come back to--well worth the drive every time. The cocktails were expertly crafted--the dark cherry & chocolate old fashioned and the strawberry & kiwi mojito were both well-balanced and flavorful. The fettuccine Alfredo was rich, creamy, and perfectly prepared, with great taste from drinks to food. Our waiter, Luis, provided excellent service and truly elevated the visit with his attentiveness and professionalism. The atmosphere is cozy, comfortable, and elegant, making it ideal for a refined yet relaxed dining experience. Pricing is exactly what you'd expect for the quality, service, and ambiance offered. The Loretto Bistro consistently delivers and sets a high standard.

Some of the best fettuccine Alfredo I've ever had. Amazing…read moretres leches! Cute atmosphere Life size cutout of the former Queen of England.

Birdie Bistro is one of my favorite hidden gems in the valley…read more They have the cutest space, and I absolutely adore the décor. The food is always delicious, and was one of my go-to spots when I want to introduce friends to something a little different. I especially loved dining on the patio when I bring my dog along. The atmosphere is welcoming, relaxing, and perfect for enjoying a meal outdoors. What kept me coming back, though, is the staff. They are incredibly kind and always make me feel welcome. It's such a nice feeling to be greeted warmly and recognized as a returning guest. I've even celebrated my birthday here, which says a lot about how much I enjoy this place. As a bonus, there's a vintage thrift shop upstairs that I always love browsing before or after my meal. It adds even more charm to the experience and makes every visit feel a little special. I highly recommend the pasta, it's absolutely delicious! If you're looking for a charming local spot with great food, friendly service, and a unique atmosphere, Birdie Bistro is definitely worth a visit.

We decided to try a new place while we were in town - glad we did!…read more The place has a bit of an upscale vibe but folks were dressed from dressed up to somewhat casual. Our server was Sublany and she was awesome. Very personable and her recommendations were spot on. We decided to start with the Calamari with sun dried amogio. The calamari were large and prepared perfectly. The sun dried amogio was amazing - great flavor and some heat - the perfect pairing with the calamari. Great start! We tried the soup of the day which was something we'd never heard of much less eaten. It was a green bean soup - the beans were puréed with cream, some cheese and red pepper flakes. We weren't sure how it would taste by Sublany highly recommended it so we went for it. It was really good - the flavor was subtle but great; nice and creamy. We would definitely order it again. For our entrees my wife tried the salcicce which was pappardelle, fennel sausage, roasted red bell pepper, marinara, caprino and red pepper flakes. It was also very good - the pasta was prepared perfectly and the flavors all worked very well - another hit. I selected the lamb chops which were frenched lollipops, blue cheese cream and an arugula salad. The chops were perfectly prepared and the blue cheese cream on top was amazing - made very good chops excellent. The arugula salad also had a great flavor. I would also order this again. For dessert we decided to share a Hand Pie which was an apple pie with caramel drizzle and ice cream. The texture of the dough was great and the apples had a great cinnamon flavor which worked well with the caramel drizzle and the vanilla ice cream. This place was great! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a bit more upscale than the run of the mill restaurants!

Great service. Visited during lunch hour. Friendly staff. Great menu options. I went with the…read moreChicken Orzo plate and loved it!

Just take a look at the picture of the patio. She is that girl. I felt like I was transported out…read moreof the valley and landed myself in a cute little corner of Spain! The ambience at night was even more warm and magical with live music and the intimate lighting. The paella is much bigger than it looks like in the picture, it was shared by 3 of us so it's the perfect family-style meal! It came in this beautiful shell-like plate. There was plenty of seafood inside and the rice was well seasoned. My friend who has visited Spain said this was very authentic. We also ordered a chocolate cake for my friend's birthday and they came out to us singing in celebration. It was a sweet gesture and made our night! Of course, the cake was decadent as well :) I will definitely have to come back.

GREAT LITTLE PLACE! Overall first impressions....it was a…read morelittle hard to find the front door. We parked in the back and walked through the back patio and were escorted by a very friendly server who knew the history of the building (impressed). She led us to the front door. Then we had to climb some very steep stairs. For the average individual it wasn't bad. But we had two seniors with us that found the steps challenging. Once inside we were greeted by the hostess and a very not so good odor (we almost walked out, it smelled musty and very old, our thoughts were the bathrooms. These need to be renovated badly). But once you get into the dining room there was no more smell. Tino was our server for the evening he did an amazing job. We ordered classic pasta (honestly it had good flavor but the sauce was very watery), the Duck (that was very good), and the Prime Rib (that was huge, that would be perfect for two people). We finished dinner and proceeded to go outside to the patio (mind you this is in January, when the weather is perfect for sitting el fresco) and had dessert. We ordered the Banana's Foster (Santana did an excellent performance, best part of the dessert) or Platanos Cajeta (huge difference) and the Flan. They were both good. This was a Saturday night and they had a duet playing acoustic guitar music (this helped top off the evening). We ended up spending a good amount of time here and enjoyed each other's company in a very nice atmosphere. Will definitely be revisiting.

This place is sooooo cute! We were immediately greeted and asked if this was our first visit. She…read morewent over the different types of coffees and made suggestions for use based on our likes. The Welita coffee was delicious-very chocolatey -so you need to love chocolate. The croissants were crispy and had just the right amount of toppings. The crepes were perfect. Slightly sweet with the powdered sugar and very tasty. They had so many games to play and seating to just chill. There really is no indoor seating. So come prepared to be a little warm.

Super cute I recommend coming here with friends at night time to feel the night time lights vibe…read more They have a tenis court which I think would be really fun with a group or friend. You could also go as a date or to study they have little rooms and outside seating. I Got a caramel toffee iced coffee it was soooo good. The atmosphere and the creativity really stands out here check it out! I am an indecisive person so It was a little hard for me to pick something because I didn't notice any premade drinks with flavors to choose from. That might be nice to add for people like me who don't know what I want but after talking to the barista she made it easy for me and was super sweet.

I have been to McAllen TX ... and have even eaten there (1 of 2)…read more This is yet another one of those places you've been to or experiences you've had that seem sort of surreal because you would have never imagined being here. I was in McAllen for a day or two when I spent some time on South Padre Island. Enter Sweet Paris Creperie and Cafe. It's in what seems to be the area's biggest shopping mall and on the side closest to the 2 Expressway and its frontage road, and very close to the airport. I went in one evening and the mall was hopping. You will immediately see this understated store and restaurant ... a French creperie. (I don't remember where to put the circonflexe, accent grave, and accent aigu from 3 years of Catholic high school French, nor am I going to look for them on the keyboard.) So, while a little different from the other chain goings-on in this area, Sweet Paris is tastefully decked out. Crepes tend to be slightly expensive in general. It's all about marketing ... I'm going to sell you something "French" and charge a little more for it. However, I was very hungry. I would be ordering 2 crepes - a dinner crepe with chicken and a dessert crepe with Nutella. Both of the crepes were very good. They offer quite a few options on their menu. From the photos, I saw that they have these "nifty" coffees with a foam design shaped like the Eiffel Tower, but I would not be partaking later in the evening. The service was good. Most people in the Rio Grande Valley tend to be more polite than in most American places I've lived or visited. The interior is very clean and inviting and you should definitely eat in. The mall is so popular, which is a good thing these days, that I had to go out toward the edge of the parking lot to get a space. There was also one of those "blue lights" (not as in a "blue light special") positioned in the parking lot ... and I don't see those too often. Like everything else in this area, things and places are spacious and spread out. But let me get back to Sweet Paris Creperie and Cafe. The crepes here were the real deal. Again, they were indeed good. I also like that, in this smaller urban area, they offer a unique concept like this, hence I'm going with 4 stars for this restaurant.

Chicken Piccata was like fireworks in my mouth. Amazingly good. The staff was attentive and offered…read moreme recommendations. The place is clean and beautiful. Love the French modern style decor. Definitely will come back

My go-to when I'm McAllen. It's farm-to-table fresh with rotating menu. And amazing interesting…read morecocktails! And save room for dessert. Last night, I had the baked Alaska. The ice cream was cherry basil & it was divine. Amazing food & fairly priced. Don't miss this when you're in the Valley!

I was eating alone & luckily got to sit at the chef's table! What a great place to watch the cooks…read morecreate these amazing dishes. Service was amazing! I ordered poblano corn chowder which was amazing! The fried chicken was okay but probably should have ordered beef or fish. I love this place & would go back just for the dessert!!

Here for work. We are in the heartland of the valley and South Texas... are they known for their…read moreculinary cuisine? Absolutely and here's a place that you must try. Why atmosphere food and service? Interesting that they are in a new development off the freeway heading to Mcallen. If you're in the area, it is a must to try.!! definitely start with the whipped feta asked for the English cucumbers, which there is a supplemental charge but worth it. Brussel sprouts were divine crispy and the yogurt Crema was an added a surprise.! the beet salad with the candied pecans and sliced pears stand out for flavor one of the best I've had in a very long time. Now to the wine... they offer flights tastings, and happy hour from 4 to 6

Amazing food! Service was excellent and the husband and wife duet, In Six Days, great music!! We…read moredefinitely will be back.