We were visiting family in the Valley for Christmas and wanted to have a date night. The Sidebar…read morecompletely exceeded our expectations. The space is such a vibe, with really cool nods to the building's history (old newspaper printing press details and framed original prints). We had the lamb, filet mignon, and espresso martinis. Everything was excellent. The espresso martinis were a highlight (those are so easy to mess up and these were perfect). The meats were cooked exactly right. Our server, Cassandra, was amazing. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and shared some great history about the building. I have Celiac disease, so I have to eat gluten free. Both Cassandra and the chef double-checked ingredients for the dishes I was considering, which I really appreciated. Absolutely worth a visit. We'll be back next time we're in town.

Superb! Visited a few months back with some friends. The food was on point, the service was…read moreimpeccable, and the ambiance was just divine.

From the moment we walked in, the experience was absolutely fantastic. The staff was incredibly…read morefriendly, attentive, and welcoming, making us feel comfortable and taken care of right away. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the perfect balance of cozy and upscale. The food was outstanding from start to finish. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor, clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. The drinks were just as impressive, perfectly crafted and a great complement to the meal. Overall, this place truly delivers on service, ambiance, and amazing food and drinks. It's the kind of spot you can't wait to come back to and recommend to friends. Highly recommend!

Hands down one of the most unprofessional experiences I've ever had. We were the only customers in…read morethe place, yet the service was horrible from the moment we arrived. The server/bartender was rude, dismissive, and acted annoyed when asked for something as basic as a drink refill. The only time he showed any level of attentiveness was when the apparent manager was present -- once they were gone, so was any effort or professionalism. Despite being the only table, our food took over an hour to come out, with no explanation or apology. This was the first time in my life I've ever left a zero tip, and it was absolutely earned. What made it worse? The server/bartender noticed and actually followed us out to our car just to give us a sarcastic thumbs-up. Completely inappropriate, uncomfortable, and beyond unprofessional. Save your time and money. This place clearly has no standards for service or behavior. I will not be returning to the McAllen, Tx. location!

This was a great date night location! The lounge was very beautifully decorated from the red carpet…read moreentrance to the seating at the bar. A James Bond kind of theme, dark, mysterious and sexy. We made reservations and received a call for confirmation. As we sat at the bar, we were served by the bartender, Diamond who was helpful, attentive and willing to answer questions. The three different martinis on Happy Hour menu were excellent, especially the espresso and dirty martini. The empanadas were filled with great flavors of chicken and cheese. The Bond fries we recommend, fries topped with caramelized onions, animal dressing and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. The spiced mixed nuts, were okay. The charcuterie board was filled with 4 different meats, 4 different cheeses, olives, tomatoes and toast. If any constructive criticism, I would put a few crackers on the board, however it was a great treat! We will be back. Things to be aware, you need a reservation and there is a dress code.

Drinks and ambiance are amazing, cost of drinks are like Vegas prices which is wild since this is…read morethe valley, but it is a really nice upscale, romantic and chill place to go. You do have to have reservations so don't just walk up they will not allow you in just with anyone, which is good because it keeps the downtown kids out, older, more mature and professional adults! Nice place!! Great for a girls night out as well!!

Very good food. Great bartenders. Good service. Definitely a great place for after work early…read moreevening

L O C A L S B A R…read more The entire restaurant & bar were pretty empty. We sat at a high top that had backless stools with seats the size of a postage stamp. That was pretty uncomfortable! And it was cold. We just wanted a snack so we split a Chicken Quesadilla. What could go wrong? Right? So, if you squint, you could see the cups with sour cream & guaq. Someone forgot the tortillas were on the grill, and were way overcooked. So, I guess you could say it was a pretty unpleasant snack. However, it seemed that this had a "club" atmosphere with strobe lights. If they moved tables there would be a dandy dance floor. Probably rocks on Sat/Fri nights. LOCALS ONLY BAR

Hands down, THE BEST meal we have had in Harlingen! The pecan chicken is sooooo good over the pasta…read morewith jalapeño brie gravy! And bonus points for being in an old firehouse.

Loved the atmosphere and service but the food was ok...The menu is unique, but hubby's Cuban was so…read moreskimpy in the meat department that turned him off immediately...If your going to charge a good amount-give a good amount!!!

Best dam place to get any drink or side snacks like nachos, or pickle preparados, along with takis…read morewith cheese and other amazing things.

From the owner: Hello everyone, Here at El Encanto we thrive on bringing you a different experience. We offer a…read morewide range of different Mix drink like Margaritas, Daiquiris, Micheladas, and Seasonal Drinks. We dont use any Slushie machines, because who wants a drink that's been spinning for who knows how long...Right! All drinks are made to order. We have a drink for everyone and we're always adding new drinks. So come find your drink and experience something better.

Great atmosphere! Friendly staff! Great burgers! Our server…read morewas new and poorly trained. The place was packed. I had to borrow menu from near by table. Drinks and food slow to come out. Food delivered w no napkins or silverware. Friendly manager w a beautiful smile explained that the server was new. I suggested they do a better job training her.

First time going to this place and it was worth it. I had the hamburger with fries. They both had a…read moregood taste loved the fries. Also the margarita was to my perfection. Our waitress suggested some specials and glad we took her advise. She was also very friendly and attentive. The ambiant was pleasant. I highly recommend this place.

Great service and a general feeling of warm belonging from their eclectic and ambience decor.read more

Went out a couple of weeks ago to Sir Martini's. The ambiance is a great mix of eclectic, comfort,…read moreand intimate. We had a great time picking out a selection of affordable drinks. As the bar is amply named martini I highly recommend getting one of their many martini options! The service was quick and friendly. Our server always refilled our water and checked in on us frequently.

If one wanted to locate a wine establishment with various foods, then this place fits that bill…read more Reasonable priced charcuterie tray. Service top of the line, correct wine glasses for a fine White and excellent Merlot. A relaxing atmosphere to relax in.

Hidden gem in South Texas, very surprised how nice this place was and their selection of cocktails…read more Will definitely visit again when in town. I had a panini and some house Cabernet. The wine was good so maybe I will try some others next time. The location is nice and spacious. I sat outside to enjoy the sun and they had a a lot of seating available. The service was good since there was only a a couple of other groups there at the time. If the weather is nice, I definitely recommend going to enjoy a drink outside to relax.