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    Mambo Seafood

    3.8 (119 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Fried tilapia - fresh, melts in your mouth
    M K.

    In Pharr, there are many, many good and creative restaurants. But who would have guessed that Mambo Seafood with its casual dining style environment with list of selection for seafood lovers would be one of the best places. Seafood was simple with the simplest ingredients and yet so fresh which is the ultimate secret to all great seafood. Will be my go-to place going forward when on Business trip.

    When you go to mambos; ask for de-veined shrimp. Or they will will serve with the last meal the shrimp ate and was digesting
    Javier M.

    I don't about you I like my shrimp deveined Mambo rice great Fried shrimp deveined and taste good Staff 3 stars Ambience is ok Jamaica very sweet ask for glass a water and started to water down which tasted better And that was great because no refills are given Overall average restaraunt

    Fried catfish
    Deanna J.

    Great seafood and sauces. Awesome margaritas, too. Exceptional, friendly service (Thanks, Pamela!) Comfortable picnic table seating for our large family. We first tried out Mambas in Houston and that was such a great experience that we were excited to see the franchise here in McAllen. It did not disappoint.

    Mango margarita
    Shonda M.

    This place was amazing!!! I came here with coworkers while in town for a conference and it did not disappoint! The building is quite large and it's very casual on the interior. There is plenty of seating for larger parties as well. The menu is quite extensive with a variety of fried or sautéed options available. For anyone ordering fresh fish, you are asked to approach the counter and choose the fish you want. The entrees come with two sides, including the "famous" rice as an option. I ended up ordering the entree with sautéed shrimp, calamari, and octopus. For the sauce, I chose the scampi sauce that comes with Cajun seasoning. For my sides I ordered the rice and upgraded (for $1) to the grilled vegetables. Everyone really enjoyed what they ordered. The portions were quite large and definitely could have been shared. Alcohol is limited to beer and margaritas, but there are several flavor options for the margaritas. Fresh juices are also available. The only downside was that service took awhile. The restaurant didn't appear to be overly busy, but it took awhile for us to get our drinks. Also, the calamari app was brought without extra plates and silverware for 5 people. They all came later, but after we had eaten about half with our fingers. Other than the slow service, everything was excellent. I would definitely come back

    Pulpo
    Tony I.

    Great selection at affordable prices. My first time in I ordered a whole red snapper with sides, half dozen oysters, half pound of octopus, and a drink. All tasty and cost about $40. You get a lot of food, as is pretty standard for all things in Texas. My favorite part is that you can choose different sauces or cooking styles per dish. The fried fish is an excellent choice. Enjoyed it so much that I went back a few weeks later with my wife. Definitely recommend!

    Family meal
    Andrea G.

    This seems to be a local chain. It's unlike any seafood restaurant I've ever visited. The ambiance has an odd warehouse feel. You walk in and sit wherever you want. A friendly server will be with you shortly. It's a fairly extensive menu. I visited with my husband and kids. We opted to get the family meal and add a side of fries. That was a lot of food. The fried fish isn't anything like a beer battered fish, it's a much lighter coating. I have no idea what kind of fish it was, something small and mild. We also got four rolls with it meal. They were small, soft, and a little bit sweet. The shrimp appeared to have the same breading as the fish. My husband and kids ate the shrimp and they liked it. We also got a giant plate of shrimp fried rice. That was delicious and my favorite part of the meal. Our waitress wasn't the best. We kept having to ask for things. We had to flag her down to ask for a straw, then a plate, then a fork, and then cocktail sauce for the shrimp. We enjoyed our meal, and I would return if we visit the area again.

    David S.

    My wife has always talked about the famed rice from Mambo's...and yes, it was definitely delicious. The rest of the food we tried was tasty but....left me wanting a little more. First...the ambience is loud and bustling. It's one large room with a high ceiling. I almost felt like I was at some fish market in Seattle...so depending on your taste, you might like or not. If you're looking for a nice romantic spot to cozy up with your date...this is not the place. But on to the food...we had the cóctel de camarones to start...was it great? It was good...the shrimps weren't too small nor too large. The cóctel tasted freshly made which is very important... personally the sauce just needed a little more kick to it. Still a nice start... The prices for the food are reasonable.. Nothing too crazy. But I got the feel that almost everything is fried. The rice to begin with is fried...even though the taste is epic. I had the stuffed crab and stuffed shrimp wrapped in bacon...but the stuffing in the shrimp was the same from the crab...so it basically tastes the same. With a little more cream cheese in the shrimp...that would've been killer. The shining star here is the rice...which IMO is why it's not a 5 star place. You don't go to a seafood place to eat fried rice...no matter how tasty it is or how many proteins you put in it. You should go to eat their famous camarones or their amazing cócteles. But still...the rice is definitely some of the best in town. I'd recommend this place so you can at least try their Mambo rice...once you've tried it...it just might keep bringing you back.

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    Good food but just about all is fried. Staff was pleasant. Inside could use an update but plenty of seating.

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    muy rico todo! La mesera Adri muy atenta y amable . Ambiente familiar perfecto para comer ahí

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    Alma our waitress gave us exelent service highly recommended when you go ask for her services

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    Thanks Sandra. We hope see you soon .!!!!!!

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    Food was very good! Service was friendly. The place was nice, but just a strong seafood smell. Very fishy smell.

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    The food is good but the ambiance is like a college cafeteria. The walls are all solid surface, so noise bounces around and it's loud.

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    Great service attentive waitstaff the food was excellent and delivered promptly and not too expensive

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    Great service from Adri, last time we had a bad experience but she made made up for last time with her great service

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    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.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    Everything was delicious and the friendliest staff. Lively ambience, clean, and serval TVs for…read moresports. This was all free before I even ordered! Latino owned places never charge for chips.

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