Best pizza in the RGV as far as we are concerned. We are able to get our pizza with half cheddar…read morecheese and regular pizza cheese on the other side.

I'd like to tell you a story. It's either late 80s or early 90s and it's just me and my mom at The…read morePlaza Mall. We've gone through the routine of JC Penny's, Dillards, and Sears and now it's time for my food court reward for not misbehaving. Many of you might not remember or have been born yet, but the place that took center stage and what was my favorite pizza place to this day was Luca Pizza. I'll always remember a worker wearing their chef's whites offering samples in the dining area, and my mom taking one for each of us. Every time I ate a piece I thought, "man, no wonder the Ninja Turtles love pizza so much". And then one day it was gone. The pizzeria that I loved so much growing up was no longer there, and it felt like it took all my memories with it. I thought that was it. All we have left here in The Valley is global pizza chains. Nothing made with heart. But then a cousin of mine told me that one of the cooks opened up his own place in Mission on Conway called "Pizza di Roma". Familiar faces. Familiar flavors. Familiar memories. After getting a haircut at Tatan's I would drive over and walk through the back entrance after passing their herb garden and get a pie. Things were right in the world, and wouldn't you know it, I came to learn that the full name of Luca Pizza was "Luca Pizza di Roma". Hah! And then one day it was gone. The doors were shut. The lights were off. Surely this can't be happening again right? Of course it was. The story would repeat itself with yet another pizzeria with the same staff called Titto's Pizzeria in Palmview until that too was gone, only this time there was no new incarnation. The spiritual descendants of Luca Pizza in The Plaza Mall were now all gone. There was no more pizza to be made from them anymore. Their story, as far as I know, had ended. And then one day I discovered The Pizzeria. The same cousin recommended it saying it reminded him of Pizza di Roma. Familiar ingredients! Familiar flavors! So, of course, I made the trek to Harlingen. Has anyone ever had that experience where they open the doors to a restaurant and you're immediately hit in the face with the smell that defines their restaurant? For steak houses it's the smell of the smoke coming from a seared steak, for panaderias it's the smell of sugar and freshly baked bread, and for coffee shops it's the smell of the sweetness of freshly ground coffee beans. For The Pizzeria, it was the smell of a caramelized pizza crust, the burnt flour left over in the oven, and the unmistakable heat and smell of a 450 degree oven that has baked thousands of pies in its lifetime. Now, I've been a loyal fan of this local pizza chain for years, and when their Harlingen location first opened, I still remember walking in and feeling like I had stepped into a true, passion-driven pizzeria. The place had energy, heart, and a sense of pride. Perhaps not familiar faces, but familiar flavors and, yes, familiar memories. But lately, something's changed, and not for the better. My recent visits to the Mission location have felt strangely lifeless in comparison. While the ingredients are still fresh, the execution hasn't been keeping up. The crusts come out uneven, the bakes inconsistent, and the attention to detail that once defined them seems to be fading. The frustrating part is that they still have all the ingredients (pun intended) to be great. Every single bite I take I think "This is good, and it's so close to being great, but it's just not there." What's lacking now is technique and care. The fundamentals aren't being applied with the same precision or passion they used to, and the result shows. I genuinely hope they can turn things around, because this isn't a lost cause. They've proven before, especially in those early Harlingen days, that they can deliver pizza with real heart. With a renewed focus on craftsmanship and consistency, they could easily reclaim what made them special. I want to keep cheering for them, but they need to rediscover the spark that once set them apart.

The place was cozy, kind, and clean. The workers were extremely nice. The food tasted amazing …read more Definitely would come again Ok addition the place had many sauces. YALL BETTER COME HERE OR ELSE

I love the vibes of this pizza shop! It was bright and had fun art work…read more Unfortunately the flavor of the food didn't measure up. The pizza was cooked perfectly, but lacked overall flavor. The crust was chewy but didn't taste like anything. The pizza also didn't have enough pizza sauce. The ranch dressing severely lacked seasoning. It tasted more like straight mayo instead of ranch. The online order portal needs updating. There was no description for what Napo sauce is and there was no listing for pizza sauce/marinara under the sides of sauce.

My husband and I wanted to try somewhere new, so we decided on Pasta Co. The restaurant is really…read morecute and has a cozy, homey vibe, and the service was great. We started with two sangrias the original red and the blueberry and both were really good. We also ordered fried mozzarella. They sat on our table for a bit before we tried them, but to my surprise I still got a great cheese pull! They were delicious. The restaurant also brought out complimentary garlic knots, which were really good too. For our meals, I ordered the chicken parmigiana and my husband got the lasagna. We also added soups for an extra charge I had the tomato bisque and he had the clam chowder. Both soups had great flavor and were really enjoyable. When our pasta arrived, the portions were definitely generous. The chicken was great and the sauce was delicious, but the pasta itself was a little undercooked for my taste and could have used a bit more time. My husband said the lasagna was good, but it lacked a little flavor. Overall, we enjoyed the experience and agreed we'd come back another time to try a different dish.

The owners of Malfitany Pasta Company are former owners of Russo's Pizza which was my family's…read morefavorite Italian restaurant in the McAllen area. This was my first time to Malfitany's Pasta Co., and I was not disappointed. On the contrary, I found their food delicious, and their service impeccable. The ambience and decor are very nice as well, great for either a romantic date, family dinner, or a gathering of friends. Their menu (pictures provided) is quite varied, offering pizza, appetizers, pastas, calzones, sandwiches, salads and more. Classics like Lasagna and Eggplant Parmigiana, Cheese Manicotti, and all the other Italian dishes we crave. They also have seafood dishes! I had the lasagna and fresh-brewed iced tea. Yes, their iced tea is freshly brewed, not made with "instant mummy dust" or concentrate. Their prices are quite reasonable. If you like great Italian food, and want to support a locally owned and operated business, you need to try them out! You'll be glad you did!

Really good pizza. Even my non-pizza folks liked this one. We had it for our anniversary dinner…read morealong with some charcuterie and wine. I ordered the night before, they took payment over the phone and they had it ready for pick up next day, no problems or delays. Pizza flavor and texture didn't disappoint, many friends still ask me where the pizza from my anniversary night was from. Last week we tried grabbing some pizza to dinner in but unfortunately we made it 15 minutes after closing time (9 PM). Haven't been inside yet but I would like to go and check it out.

Mama Mia Pizzeria is definitely a go to for good pizza and good service! The Carnivore pizza was…read moredelicious and had just the right amount of all toppings. The pizza has a great toasty flavor to it that makes me want more and more edges. The pizza is a thin crust type pizza, but will feed two people at the smallest size. The window area that we were seated by was perfect for some sun while not being 100% exposed to the stx summer heat. The interior decor is so damn cool. Its the cliche Italian inspired decor you'd see at your grandma's house, except 20x's more organized and cuter! I loved the feel of the restaurant & plan to go back soon.

After reading the previous reviews, we decided to come here to settle our Italian cravings. I love…read moretrying new and unique dishes and the Salty Pear pizza was the perfect item on the menu for me to try. It was amazing! The cheese, pears and balsamic glaze all joined together to make a fabulous dish! My husband had the Pepperoni Pizza and he said it was great. Btw, they make their own dough for the pizza and it is perfect. Our friend had the Shrimp Scampi and he thoroughly enjoyed it. The restaurant is clean and offers comfortable and spacious seating and pleasant decor. The staff were extremely friendly and efficient. We will be back and we hope you will go, as well. They have 2 additional spaces for groups and special occasions and they have a step down lounge adjacent to the bar with tvs going - perfect for watching the game! Please go! You won't be disappointed!

I saw this restaurant on an Instagram post and the food looked really good so we had to try it…read more We started with the spinach artichoke dip and that was delicious! We also ordered a regular pepperoni pizza. The pizza was really cheesy, which I loved but I think it could have stood to be in the oven a couple more minutes because the center was a little too soggy. But the outer crust was nice and crisp. I ordered the tortellini bolognese. The pasta was cooked nicely but the sauce did not taste like traditional bolognese sauce. It tasted like regular meat sauce. That being said, I enjoyed the taste of the sauce but it was not worth the 20 dollar price, especially since it wasn't even bolognese. The service was nice. Our waitress was attentive and since we were the only ones there at the time, our food came out pretty quick! The space itself was clean and felt homey. Would have loved some Italian music but we enjoyed ourselves either way. All in all, this place was ok, not great but definitely better than some other Italian places I've been. With a few improvements, their food could be really great!

Pizza is so good. It's incredible. It's literally better than Papa John's best pizza in the valley…read moreso so far that I have tried it's crispy. It's hot. It's well done. The service is fast. It tastes, homemade and authentic.

The pizza is delicious and is a very fair price. The wings are very tender and tasty. The salad was…read morefresh with a combination of different vegetables. And most importantly the service is excellent and fast.

Hubby & I checked out 5x5 Brewing Co during their June Bug Festival & had a great time. Tried the…read moreGolden Ale which was refreshing & delicious. The crowd was pleasant, live music entertaining & weather was hot. Great evening of check out all the Volkswagens that were brought in.

I have seen and tried 5x5 brewings beers all over Texas and when I found the brewery was right here…read morein McAllen I had to check it out. It looks like they have two food vendors outside but only one was open. It was a small taquero man making tacos. I had an order of ref tacos and they were really good. The brewery itself has a huge outdoor area. Inside is very military themed. Patches, medals, bullets in the bartop under the glass the whole nine yards. The beer is excellent. They have a lot of styles on tap and not just 7 IPA's. Theres stout, porter, IPA, Hefeweizen, etc. They probably have what you're looking for. Definitely stop in and sample some brews!

Our waiter Nathan was attentive. The photos pretty much speak for themselves. I enjoyed my meal…read more This place looks and feels like you are eating at grandmas place. Super chill place.

The service was mediocre, at best & the food took over an hour. The waitress treated us differently…read moreand did not make us feel welcome right from the start.

Super amazing pepperoni pizza! We are very picky pizza lovers but we're never disappointed with…read moreKhaleesi's

I personally didnt love the food it was ok they do have great friendly service but they do have a…read morevery small variety of food