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    Spoons Cafe

    3.4 (646 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    SPOONS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Anna's Guacamole and Salsa
    Mei M.

    Food was good and service was fast. Can't beat these prices for what you are getting. Everything was fresh and the portions are large. Love the double layering of bread in the Classic Club. Guac was exceptionally good and fresh. We sat on the patio which was really nice. It is a cute spot in a cute town. Service was rushed. Our waiter took our order, gave our food and never came back. We had to ask another table for their stand of condiments and silverware. I do think they were getting ready to close. Overall, good experience.

    Strawberry cake
    Cindy V.

    While walking through downtown McKinney, my husband and I stopped into Spoons Café for lunch, and it was a treat. The place has the feel of a vintage café -- the kind that might have been around in the 60s or 70s -- with a warm, nostalgic atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and stay for awhile. We were greeted right away and seated quickly. The menu offered plenty of classic comfort dishes, and everything we tried was delicious. The strawberry cake is a must have - if sweets are your thing. And most deserts are made in house. The service was friendly, and the overall vibe felt genuine and welcoming. We left full and happy, already talking about what we'll try next time. If you're in downtown McKinney, Spoons Café is definitely worth a stop.

    Old Brick Interior
    Ruslan W.

    Spoon's Café - Downtown (McKinney) Nothing really to brag home about. Food was average, if you can qualify it as average. Home cooked meals taste better. Service was ok, not great. Came here with my family to enjoy a good lunch and service. They have a large picture of "D Magazine" claiming that they are good. That's certainly not accurate. I did like the old feel to it, with old brick throughout interior. Made you feel like you stepped back in time. However, service was poor. As new customers were walking in, including my family, they would sit us down at a dirty table and ask if we wanted it wiped clean. That's very unprofessional and I'm surprised the health department hasn't paid them a visit. The pink rose cake looked very creative and delicious on the display. The old and foggy cover on it, wasn't. It looked like it was purchased from Antique store. Food was very blend and average. Not sure in good faith I'd recommend this place.

    Rodger D.

    My lady and I were on a Saturday day trip To McKinney to check out a car show in downtown. Needed some ac & some food. There it was, Spoons Cafe, walked in and met with a smile and a welcome, the place had old school general store slash diner vibe, had to wait a bit for a table, remember there was a car show outside and it was 100 degrees outside. Once seated waitress was on point. I had the Low Rider panini sandwich, my lady had a BLT, yes car show, Low Rider sandwich. It was great, fresh & tasty. Oh, yes the car show was great, a lot of cool cars. If you're in town visiting, plug this one in the gps, if you're local you already now. Stay safe.

    Menu
    Kurt V.

    Walking around McKinney in the old downtown area is an experience in and of itself. While doing so, we came upon what appeared to be a hotspot on the square, that is Spoons Cafe. Any place that sucks cannot draw crowds like these folks draw, so we came in to give them a try! Walking in you are taken by the history that these brick walls and wooden ceilings must have seen over the years. There is an ambiance of yesteryear. Though it was afternoon, I was thrilled to see they serve breakfast all day. I always wonder why more places don't do that, it just seems basic, but I digress... I ordered a waffle, bacon and egg. I have to given them their props, they delivered! The waffle...delicious. My over medium egg, perfectly cooked, and my bacon, nice and crispy! I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu! Review 2184

    Spoons Chicken Salad Plate
    Jessica S.

    Went to Spoons with some friends, and we basically turned it into a little taste-test party because we all ordered something different. Spoiler alert: everything was yummy. I ordered the Chicken Salad Plate and my friend got it as a sandwich. Both were great, but I have to say mine won! No bread meant I got to dive into all the fresh veggies without feeling carb-coma afterwards. Now, let's talk about the real star of the show: the lemonades (10/10). I had raspberry and my friend had strawberry. You can actually taste the difference in flavors, and it's fun to sip-swap just to compare. You can tell they're handmade with love.

    The club and tomato soup
    Jessica C.

    I work on the square and finally tried the famous spoons i had been craving a club and it hit the spot the tomato soup was perfect also.

    Xia B.

    A bit crowded. I was told to go to the back to order my food. But everyone in the back seemed stunned at me. When I asked if I could place an order to go, no one answered. They just stared! It's not lost on me that there are barely any Black people in McKinney. The food was nice enough - I ordered Eggs Benedict and even tipped, despite my food being to go. But next time, I'll look for somewhere classier and not afraid of Black people.

    James B.

    Best breakfast restaurant in McKinney. Wonderful atmosphere and the food is amazing. We had the chicken and waffle, chicken was seasoned and cooked to perfection and the waffle was delicious. Everything is cooked in the kitchen which is open to the restaurant. We will definitely be back.

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    Ann M.

    Great food, atmosphere and service. The dish I can recommend is to try any of them. You won't be disappointed.

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    This is a cool family oriented restaurant, normally always crowded. Pretty good food. I'll definitely go back !

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    We love spoons! The food and service are always great and we love that they serve breakfast all day!

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    This is a decent cafe. Plenty of comfort food. Nothing fancy and our server was attentive.

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    The food is ok, the decor is adorable. But the practice to charge hidden fees is not acceptable. No business should willingly do this.

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    Pleasantly surprised to find plenty of parking and immediate seating at 7pm on a Saturday--no…read morereservation needed. The space is beautifully decorated with a Thai jungle vibe, which makes for a fun and immersive atmosphere. Ordering is done via QR code at the table, and water is self-serve, so it feels a bit more casual and less service driven. The dinner menu was smaller than expected, with fewer than 10 main entrée options and a heavier focus on desserts and specialty drinks. That said, the Malay shrimp curry was excellent--rich and flavorful. However, for $21, it was a bit disappointing that it didn't come with any vegetables. The Mango Soufflé Pancake was a standout dessert--light, unique, and delicious--but at $20, it's more of a splurge than a casual add-on. One thing to note: there's a 10% automatic gratuity added to all orders (listed as a service charge in small print on the menu).

    We came back around noon on a Sunday since I had such a great first visit. Still packed but managed…read moreto snag seating indoors this time. The interior was so crowded that we got a different vibe this time. The space feels more like a coffee shop than a true brunch spot. Decor is nice, but seating is tight and most tables are small, so not the most comfortable if you're actually trying to eat a full meal. Service is where things fell off for me this time. I noticed there's an added 10% gratuity built into the menu, even though it's a QR code order-and-pay setup with minimal service. You seat yourself, order on your phone, they run the food out, and that's about it. No water unless you ask, and even then it's basic. The forced gratuity didn't sit right given the level of service. Food was a mixed bag. The strawberry tiramisu was way too sweet -- more like a cream cake loaded with jam than an actual tiramisu. The croissant turkey ham, egg, and cheese sandwich was messy but really good. The shrimp creamy gochujang pasta was just okay -- super spicy and pretty heavy. Pro tip: don't double tip since gratuity is already included. Also, if you're planning to eat a full meal, be prepared to wait for a proper table -- most seating is better suited for coffee and light bites.

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    What a horrible experience at Habitat. I came during the McKinney Art Festival, which was clearly a…read moremistake, because they were completely understaffed. We ordered two drinks and the cashier did not mention that there was a wait at all. Only after we paid, when we commented on how many cups were in the queue, did she mention the wait would probably be 20 minutes or so. The wait was FIFTY MINUTES! For two coffees! The girls were lovely and probably overwhelmed, so I understand it was stressful, but I have to wonder why they continued to accept drink orders knowing they were this backed up. It felt very irresponsible and disrespectful to everyone's time. I ordered the lucky charms latte, and it tasted exactly like lavender. I hate lavender in a drink and would never have ordered it if I had known. I actually ended up buying a new latte from Bresnan because it was so bad. Cute shop and again, they are very friendly, but the way this weekend was handed is completely unacceptable. Nothing was offered to all of us who had to wait almost an hour for our drinks, either. I will never be back!

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    Words can't describe this spot. Walking in downtown McKinney it feel like you came me out of a…read morehallmark movie and walking into that coffee shop it feels like you went into a Hallmark coffee shop or the good witch coffee shop if there was ever one. Nothing screams like a great coffee like this one in Texas. From the IG to review this is worth going too. Walking in, yes it has a very earth vibes mix with the element of coffee. Coffee let's talk about it like amazing, good and perfect. Like I would say no one can compete this coffee shop of all over Dallas area. Coffee smells beautiful, tastes smooth mix with the perfect balance of coffee should be. Taking perfect every sip you take, doesn't feel like you want to stop drinking it. Yes they do have food and I heard it does get sold out. Staff the people are so nice and amazing, and if you are lost puppy like me definitely ask them don't be shy. They will help you out. They do have a silent action and yes T-swift there is an autograph of her photo there too. Yes this is vegan, vegetarian and GF friendly. Definitely a come back and definitely check it out.

    Spoons Cafe - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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