Service? It's obvious the owner/manager expects top notch customer service. From the moment we…read moreentered till the time we left, we were treated with high quality service. The ambiance is that if a five star establishment one goes to when celebrating a special occasion. It's exclusively an indoor dining establishment. That said, expect to pay a pretty penny for your meal and drinks. As for the food, it's not worth the price you pay, in both portion size AND taste. They have gone above and beyond to make this more of your typical pretentious and Instagram'able establishment. That said, I had a fantastic time sitting at the bar and enjoying nice company. The bartender was very patient and friendly.

We gave RU couple of tries. The staff is genuinely welcoming, and the ambiance is interesting with…read morea playful, modern flair. The fresh bread is a nice touch. During our first brunch visit, the waitstaff's enthusiastic recommendations felt a bit overwhelming--almost to the point of pressure--but we chalked it up to eagerness to help new guests get acquainted with the menu. The space has a club-like vibe, likely aiming for something virtual and modern, but compared to places we've experienced globally, it didn't quite hit the mark. We started with a dish we believed was our appetizer, but it turned out to be something else entirely--our actual order followed and ended up being almost a duplicate but with much less flavor. That made the meal feel heavier than expected. My husband found his plate fairly average, but we understand that new places often need time to refine their offerings. When the bill came, we noticed we were charged for the original appetizer. No fuss--we paid for what we ate and had the rest boxed up. Unfortunately, the green chilaquiles didn't reheat well and lacked flavor the second time around, as well. I dislike throwing food away, but it wasn't worth a sour stomach and ruining the rest of the day. So, I opted to throw it out. Because the restaurant came recommended a couple of weeks later by a friend, we gave it another try. Again, the staff greeted us warmly, though they forgot to bring out the complimentary bread. My husband politely reminded the manager, who graciously handled it himself. This time we brought my daughter. She ordered the stuffed chilaquiles, we had been served previously as an appetizer. The plate this time was overly drenched in a bland sauce. I requested salt to balance it out, and my daughter eventually gave up, scraping off most of the excess and leaving the rest. She was disappointed and left with an upset stomach. My husband mistakenly ordered the regular chilaquiles--made with an enchilada-style sauce instead of a fresh salsa--which was unfortunately a miss again. I had tried to warn him, but the loud club-style music made conversation difficult. I had ordered the same dish on my first visit and left most of it untouched for the same reason: the overwhelming amount of sauce that turned everything mushy. In the end, we paid for a meal that none of us finished -- not once but twice. While we appreciate the staff's energy and hospitality, the food's execution just didn't meet our expectations. Sadly, we don't anticipate returning.

First time trying them out. Went during brunch hour 11AM, wait time to be seated wasn't more than 3…read moreminutes. My server was super kind, quick and attentive. Was patient when we waited for another guest to arrive. And knowledgeable when I mentioned my food allergy. He notified the kitchen on my allergy and had them remove allergen items, they were willing to work with me and create another dish if I wasn't satisfied with the original recipe minus Butter/ Milk. the food STILL came out fantastic and will definitely try again in the future. The atmosphere at this time was busy especially for a weekday morning, some moments were quiet and definitely an environment for families, Buisness or casual experience!

I stopped in about an hour before closing and ordered the salted caramel brew and the fried chicken…read moreBLT. The salted caramel brew was good and refreshing--smooth, not overly sweet, and easy to enjoy. The fried chicken BLT, on the other hand, was dry... RGV-weather dry. The chicken itself was good and well cooked, but the sandwich really needed more sauce to bring everything together. With a little extra love in that bun, it could be solid. I do want to give credit where it's due: the girl who served me was very friendly and welcoming, even close to closing time. Thank you for the great service. Overall, mixed experience ‍ great drink and kind service, but the sandwich could use some improvement. I'm sure I'll be back

Have come to Santo Pecado for Saturday brunch, weekday lunch, dinner, and to get some work done…read more Have had fast and friendly service every time and delicious food and unique caffeinated drinks. I highly recommend the avocado toast, ribeye chicharrones, shrimp tacos, and matchas. Gave 4 stars because I wish they had more dairy free options, but there are still several items I can eat and/or modify.

We came for evening cocktails and a light meal. The lighting is somewhat dim. This establishment is…read moregeared more for a casual/semiformal cocktail date rather than a formal meal experience. Steep prices on meal that was sub par. The servers seemed to have difficulty balancing their time between multiple customers and their orders.

Amazing food and quick service! Also the desserts are worth it even if you dont want a meal…read more Just take it home.

So if I could give 1/2 stars, this place would get 4 1/2. We were in town and decided to stop by…read morefor breakfast. The place is very busy, but despite that the wait was only 10 minutes at 10:00 am on a Saturday. The hostess and our server were both very friendly. The place advertises that it specializes in home cooked comfort foods so we figured we'd have to see how their biscuits and gravy were. We ordered a 1/2 order and it came with a biscuit split in half and covered with gravy and sausage. The flavor was perfect - it definitely lived up to 'home cooked comfort food'. I ordered an omelette - three cheeses, sausage, bacon and ham with onions, cilantro and jalapeños - which came with refried (black) beans. The omelette was very good - flavorful and fresh. They actually use slices of cheese inside and on top - I've never had an omelette prepared that way but it was very good. When I first tasted the salsa I was not a fan - it was warm and had a different flavor - then I put it on the omelette and - great pairing and great flavor combo. The refried black beans were sadly underwhelming - no real flavor. I know they were homemade but they were missing the flavor that usually comes with refried beans (black or pinto) My wife had the quiche which had onions, peppers, sausage, mushrooms and cheese. It was very good. Even the crust was good. She ordered the breakfast potatoes as the side. The flavor of the potatoes was excellent. Half of them were lightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside which were great; the other half were overcooked and became potato chips - good flavor but not a breakfast potato. We will definitely come back to try their lunch food and dessert (we were too full today). They have a good variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner items on the menu so there is something for everyone. We were glad we stopped in.

We were looking for a breakfast place we hadn't eaten at while we were in town and came here…read more Our server was very friendly. The menu had some great and different choices in addition to the regular breakfast fare. I opted for the Western Omelette and added jalapeños and cilantro and had hash browns and bacon as sides. The omelette was prepared well - the only suggestion would be to put the cheddar inside the omelette or have it melted on top; otherwise it was very good. The bacon was thick and prepared perfectly (for me) - not brittle! The hash browns had a good flavor and were brown and slightly crunchy on the outside and soft inside. My wife had the Cinnamon Crunch French Toast with eggs over easy and bacon. The eggs were prepared properly; the French toast (she added blueberries) was very good - good cinnamon flavor and cooked just right. Pleasantly surprised by this place - since it's a 'regional franchise' we were somewhat skeptical but they managed to overcome being a franchise with quality food. The restaurant itself is very open in its design, which did lend to it being very noisy which was a 'down' side for it. We would come back.

Pretty basic breakfast spot. Imagine iHop with a small town feel…read more The servers and host were most gracious. The prices are very inviting. The food was cool. Nothing to get too excited about but it'll hit the spot and quiet those stomach rumblings. A perfect spot to bring the family on the weekend for a good bite that won't blow your budget.

A MUST try! When I came I didn't realize it was all vegan but it did not disappoint. The food was…read moreastonishing! The flavors of everything mixed so well together. Didn't leave a single sip or food on the plate. Left feeling full but not heavy. The service could have been a little more attentive or engaging but the vibe was cute! I'm just amazed at all the fresh flavors they were able to capture and the authenticity of it all!

Refreshing experience! We need to nurture buisnesses like this with our patronage here in the Rio…read moreGrande Valley. The ambiance is great, and the food was delicious. The Green Magic Juice was a great combo with my torta. Next time I am going to try the cauliflower buffalo salad! I reccomend it to everyone! Great vibes. New favorite hot spot.

Great food, cool vibe, friendly and helpful staff and.. good coffee!…read moreGotta get that chilaquiles cast iron bowl with poblano. Creamy, salty, savory....all around killer! And don't get me started on the refried beans and roasted potatoes. Perfection!

Cast Iron Cafe is amazing. The food is delicious. I had the ribeye breakfast burrito…read more Delicious and very filling. Even better than the food is the ownership and staff. Extremely friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is so cool. This is a must stop destination type of restaurant.

As a wheelchair user this place is approved for accessibility. Usually with my electric wheelchair…read moreI struggle fitting into standard height tables but no issues here! My only complaint Is that the plaza only has one ramp access. This place looks small from the outside but once you walk in it opens up! They have a private part section that fits 80 ppl & a back room that doesn't require booking for 10ish ppl. The Chicken Chilaquiles were very delicious! This was my first time and definitely will be back. Paired with a pineapple mimosa & iced vanilla latte which was made to perfection.

Worst eggs Benedict I've had. The plate was cold, and although the food came out quickly, it felt…read morelike it had been pre-made. The sauce was bland, oddly cheesy, and even looked artificially colored. I ordered sweet potato fries, but they were clearly pre-frozen wedges. Nothing about the meal tasted fresh.

A friend recommended this study space so I stopped by. It's a cute little coffee shop, they also…read morehave alcohol, food, desserts, pastries, etc. There were 3 employees that I could, they were all friendly, energetic, and had good advice on what to try on the menu. I'm pretty picky and unfortunately didn't like the pizza, but that's on me. I will happily try something else next time! I got an iced latte and that added cinnamon for me, it was delicious. They have a good, chill environment, I'll definitely be back!

I came here for a quick breakfast before seeing my sister a few days ago…read more The staff were really nice and helped me decide. Sadly, the coffee was very weak. I forgot what coffee it was. The sandwich was dense and had a nice kick. But it was really small. It also comes with chips. The place is huge and there are some music instruments in a small stage area. It looks like they do nightly events. During the day time, it seems like a good place to study or work. But.. coffee is.... Nothing special and taste pretty weak. Parking is free and out front .

I'm not from McAllen and came across this spot online, and wow--I'm so glad I did! I wish I had…read moretaken a picture of my lechero coffee, but it was so good I completely forgot--LOL! I ordered the steak and eggs (medium) with poached eggs and a side of hollandaise, and oh my gosh... everything was amazing. The flavors were spot-on, the potatoes had this uniquely delicious taste, and the poached eggs were cooked perfectly. The service was outstanding--my server just knew exactly what I needed today. I even tried the house tea, and he kindly made it iced for me. I sat outside, and the weather was perfect for enjoying my breakfast and a FaceTime call with my boyfriend while visiting from out of town. Such a great experience from start to finish. I'll definitely be back!

They are so nice here and my salad was amazing! We'll definitely be back next time I'm in McAllen :)read more