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    Delia's

    4.3 (71 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 7:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Menudo all gone lol
    Jeannete H.

    Just moved here from California and we Love the tamales, chicken and cheese, bean and cheese, pork, spicy chicken is kinda hot lol but honestly great tamales price is good, tried the menudo and it was kind of tough but the flavors were great. Only reason I don't give them 5 stars was because the first time some girls working there were more concerned about my husbands looks than taking our order, my husband was very upset when they charged us $198.00 because they couldn't get our order right. I spoke to the manager and he kind of was like whatever but when I told him I wanted my money back his tune changed. He was kind of a D*ck. He returned the money because we told him we still wanted our tamales and my husband is a big dude lol other than that loved the food.

    Chicken tamales ... sooo good !
    Tiffany D.

    I haven't had a chance to taste all the different flavors but the two I did have were soo good. (Pork and chicken cheese) The tamales are prepared in advanced and stored in their steamer so you don't have to wait long for your order which is awesome if you're in a hurry. They'll give you silverware and sauces so you can start to dig in as soon as you get into your car. I bought a dozen when I should I have bought two dozens because I ate most of it on the way to the airport. They're even good at room temperature which means a lot because tamales are usually too stiff and dry once they're cool. Do yourself a favor a get yourself a dozen or two asap. There's a reason why there are so many Delia locations. This stuff is delicious.

    Delia's Tamales for Xmas! Yummmm
    Ashley G.

    If you're new to the RGV or to tamales then you need to check this place out! When I was younger I hated tamales. What a fool I was because tamales are delicious, especially when they're from Delia's!!! So much flavor, from the masa to the meat filling! My favorites are pork, cheese and jalapeño, and chicken. Each order comes with red and green salsa to provide extra awesomeness and flavor. I live in Austin now and I can't find any tamaleria that's at their level :-( so when I visit home, I always make sure to get my Delia's fix :-) Check this place out!

    Delia's Tamales Amazing tamales!

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    Best tamales anywhere. We like pork and cream cheese jalapeño. Especially good when hot from the restaurant. Reasonably priced.

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    Best tamales in the valley without a rival. Love their spicy pork and bean and cheese!

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    So fast and consistently delicious. Hardest part is deciding what to get. Pretty inexpensive. Good sauces too.

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    Just do it, no regrets. Best tamales I've ever had, ever. Staff is friendly and all smiles.

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    Best in class service and Best Tamales with great assortment to choose from. Tried the Jalapeño and Cheese -Delicious!

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    Best tamales in all of Texas!!!! My brother and sister pick them up every time they are in town. Frozen or fresh they are fantastic.

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    Love there tamales and service always gives the right hit point of satisfied with a full tummy

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    Now it is an addiction, especially the cream cheese and jalapeño tamales.

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    La Costa Grill

    3.9(171 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    A Hidden Gem for Mexican Seafood -- Don't Sleep on This Place!…read more As a traveler from California in town for a swim meet, I was on the hunt for good Mexican seafood and stumbled upon La Costa Grill. Based on the reviews, I had decent expectations -- but this place blew them out of the water. The ratings honestly don't do it justice. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was warm and genuine. We were greeted by the hostess and seated right away, even during the lunch rush. Then came a wonderful surprise: our server brought out a mini skillet of the most incredible black refried beans for dipping, alongside four salsas ranging from mild to hot, all served with tostadas -- compliments of the house. Back in California, you're lucky to get one salsa, let alone refried beans as a free starter. It immediately set the tone for the meal. Our server was knowledgeable and genuinely helpful with recommendations. We ended up sharing a lunch portion of paella, an octopus taco, and a fish ceviche tostada -- and every single dish delivered. The octopus taco was a standout; served over a layer of refried beans, it was a flavor combination I didn't know I needed. The ceviche tostada was fresh and bright, and the paella was satisfying and well-seasoned. I also have to give our server extra credit for her transparency -- she mentioned upfront that the paella leans heavier on rice than seafood. That kind of honesty is rare and really appreciated. We ordered it anyway, and we were glad we did. If you're visiting McAllen and want authentic, flavorful Mexican seafood with outstanding service and hospitality, La Costa Grill needs to be on your list. I'll absolutely be returning before I head back home.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    Soy cliente asiduo de la costa pero hoy estuvieron de lo peor…read more1.- Pedí un plato que siempre ordeno, y la mesera me dijo que ahí no lo ofrecían, lo cual era incorrecto 2.- la máquina de sodas no funcionaba (lo cual lo comprendo) pero de jodido regálanos agua!!! 3.- nos trajeron la comida (otro mesero) y no nos dieron cubiertos ni de plástico 4.- se los pedimos a otro mesero y contestó: ahorita le digo a tu mesera 5.- cuando nos trajeron unos tenedores la comida ya estaba fría .... Y mi mujer ENCABRONADA Y diciéndome: cómo me voy a pasar la comida sin nada que tomar 6.- nos trajeron los refrescos y eran puro jarabe (horribles) 7.- pedí hablar con el Gerente y no vino, cuando lo vi pasar llegó en chinga dijo Sorry y se fue... Y mi mujer MÁS enojada y ya sin tiempo para comer .... Llegamos de buenas y salimos de malas Aplica al Restaurante de Mission solamente McAllen y San Juan Nunca me han fallado

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    Delia's - Grease all over the bottom of bags from Delia's tamales

    Delia's

    4.4(218 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    Was recommended by a friend and I'm glad I was able to try it. They offer a variety of delicious…read morehot tamales. We got the spicy pork, beef and chicken and cheese ones. The tamales can be purchased by a half dozen or a dozen. I'll need to go back and try the other options. Clean establishment and friendly service. A must to try when in the RGV!

    Ever since leaving Austin, the only place I bother eating tamales is in all cities, Queen, NY…read more(https://www.yelp.com/biz/yolandas-tamales-new-york?sort_by=date_desc). Otherwise, the "tamales" in the DC area are so MID. The tamales around here are of the Central American variety and, they're fine. But sometime they're steamed in a square shape and wrapped in a banana leaf. Of if you can find an "authentic" Mexican style tamale wrapped in a corn husk, they're something off about the Masa to filling ratio as well as the flavor profile with the DC versions often being too sweet requiring them to be drenched in some type of sauce. That's why when I'm back in TX, I load up on bbq and tamales. I was told by all the locals in the greater McAllen / Edinburg area that Delia's makes the best tamales...and they were right! Delia's is a local chain with outposts around the Rio Grande Valley. I visited a few of them, and they're all quite similar. The interior is more reminiscent of 1990's style fast food with basic plastic booths with a few older style tables/chairs. The lightning is dim florescent, with muted dull color tones. But you're here for the food, not the decor. I ordered six of the spicy pork and six of the bean/cheese/jalapeno flavors. Awww man, can I tell you...these were ah-mazing! They arrived wrapped in foil and steaming hot. Unwrap each one, and the texture of the masa is soft without being mushy. And the filling of the meat as well as the veggie varieties are perfectly spiced without being overly salty. Do yourself a favor and get the "green salsa." It's a mix of guac and salsa Verde. All you have to know, is the green salsa pairs so well with the tamales. Just kind of bummed that post-COVID, the self-service salsa bar is now closed. I asked one of the employees about this, and she mentioned it's highly unlikely it will ever return. I obviously couldn't eat all 12 in one sitting, so I took the majority back to the hotel, where I enjoyed them for lunch over the next few days. I even stopped in here before my flight back to DC and immediately froze a bunch for reheating in the next few months. Fast friendly service, and loved how there was a lady out in the dining room, demonstrating the art of working the masa, and then individually filling and then wrapping each tamale...by HAND! I was sure to drop in a few bucks in the tip jar, since you should acknowledge all the work required to produce a quality product at such affordable prices.

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    Buena Vida Mexican Cuisine - Fajita plate

    Buena Vida Mexican Cuisine

    4.8(44 reviews)
    4.6 mi

    Saw the #1 ranking in Yelp and stopped in to eat for the first time. A bit out of the way in a…read morestrip mall. We were seated within a few minutes. Staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was lively. Started with the free tortilla chips and salsa. Salsa was served warm with very good flavor and a little kick to it. Ordered the Guacamole as well. Was very good with a blend of avocado, veggies and lime juice. I ordered the Buena Vida Pack, a delicious sampler. I finished every bite. My companion ordered the Governador Tacos and really enjoyed it. Total bill for two with beverage was ~$40. Be advised that they do not have alcoholic beverages. I definitely recommend.

    Pro #1: Meat is sooooooo tender. I wish it had more seasoning ... even if it was salt nonetheless…read moreit was good! Con #1: This restaurant is not environmentally conscious. Other than the meal, everything is served on styrofoam, utensils are plastic and cups are bad fast food plastic qualify. Con # 2: I asked the waitress if they had unsweet tea and pink packet sweetener. I asked about the pink packets 3 times and she said yes. She came back with yellow packets. I asked if they had pink packets and she said no. No to her. Con # 3: There are no free refills. I ordered two unsweet teas and the girl brought me two unsweet teas with yellow packets. So I asked for a sweet teas. They charged me for three Aqua Frescas. Charged $15. Hell no. Meh. Pass on a second visit.

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    El Itacate - Tacos Llorarás ("You will cry.")  Cheese filled jalapeño (Chile relleno style) with birria on a handmade tortilla.

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    4.4(122 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    I've been craving chilaquiles since yesterday. I'm in a short work trip in the area and found this…read moreplace here in Yelp with pretty good reviews. This place doesn't disappoint, I love everything, from the clean modern yet inviting ambiance to the café de olla and the Chilaquiles! I ordered the Mini Reketes: chilaquiles divorciados (red and green salsa) which come with shredded chicken. I added queso panela asado and chicharrón with mixed salsa... DELICIOSO! And to top everything else, the service was kind and friendly, as soon as I let Nancy know it was my first time here they walked me through the options and what they are known for. But that's not all, I came in hungry and left satisfied AND motivated by their kind personal note in my coffee cup and inspired by their place matt. If you are in McAllen and surrounding areas you need to try this place!

    El Itacate has some of my favorite Salvadoran and Mexican food. From pupusas to chilaquiles, to…read moretacos, delicious options for breakfasts, lunch and dinner, they won't disappoint. My favorite is the Tacos Llorarás (you will cry taco) which features a handmade corn tortillas stuffed with a chile relleno made of jalapeño and cream cheese, plus a flavorful beef birria. Add your garnish and salsa of choice, and if the heat of the chile doesn't make you cry, you will eventually cry if you cannot return soon. It's that good! Drinks are either Jamaica (aguas frescas style). This location is right across the road from the Sam's Club on South Jackson Road. There is additional parking in the back. Family friendly.

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    3.9(183 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    What a letdown. We were shown to our table, then ignored for…read moreover 15 minutes before our waiter even acknowledged us. Strike one. We finally ordered--only to receive chicken fajitas instead of beef. Sent them back, waited again. Strike two. When the corrected order arrived? The fajitas were completely bland. No seasoning. The sweetbread--crispy on the outside, yes--but equally flavorless. And then we realized they'd forgotten the beans entirely. Those charro beans? The most tasteless I've ever had in my life. Strike three. The ambiance was nice (though overpriced for a mall spot), but the food was a shadow of what I experienced here a year ago. Such a shame--Mexican cuisine should sing with spice and care. This was a silent, disappointing echo.

    Super friendly and attentive services, delicious tasting food, and a great environment to enjoy…read morewith family and/or friends. This place is on the mid range prices for food, but the staffing and environment makes up for it. Truly enjoyed our appetizers, chorizoqueso, where the waitress mixed it up for us and served each one of us at the table on our choosing of flour or corn tortillas. Personally enjoy the corn but they're both great As the entree, went with Tacos Matamoros and they did not disappoint. On portions and taste it was great.

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 Shrimp or fish,marinated in lime juice w/tomato, onion, cilantro, served on a corn tostada topped w/avocado

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