10 Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in McAllen

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Il Forno a Legna

4.5

Awesome(481)

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• Italian • McAllen

Booked 4 times today

Il Forno has been a favorite of my family for a number of years. The reasons are numerous but service and quality of food are the top reasons. It doesn't matter if there is a reservation or we are walking in we are always greeted warmly and seated immediately. The service is extraordinary. This time was no exception. Our server Jaymes was great. Very attentive, personable and professional. The food was incredible, my usual and favorite the carbonara was outstanding! Jaymes' table side demeanor was warm and congenial. This instance is yet another example of why we keep coming back.

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2. Palenque Grill La Plaza Mall

5.0

Exceptional(7)

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• Mexican • McAllen

Booked 1 time today

The staff were attentive and hospitable. We loved every dish.

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3. Spexia Cucina Italiana

4.7

Exceptional(84)

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• Italian • Reynosa

Booked 4 times today

Enjoyed the food, staff very friendly. Loved this place.

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4. Red Lobster - McAllen - 10th St.

4.2

Awesome(4)

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• Seafood • McAllen

Awesome experience! Food was great, portion was well served. Service was amazing!

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5. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McAllen

4.5

Awesome(27)

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• American • McAllen

Good food and good portion We’ll be back another time

6. Cenizo

4.9

Exceptional(18)

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• Mexican • Reynosa

Un restaurante con Tradición Norteña, que refleja el sabor de nuestra tierra.

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7. La Llorona Tacos y Cortes

4.8

Exceptional(66)

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• Fine cuts • Reynosa

All dinner was excellent, meet was great only thank you

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8. Jacal Cocina Norestense

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4.8

Exceptional(9)

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• Mexican • Reynosa

Booked 1 time today

Jacal Cocina Norestense is a place where the flavors of our northern roots come to life. Each dish evokes the warmth and nostalgia of Northern Mexico, complemented by regional music and the simple pleasure of a cold beer. Our culinary offering includes classics such as Tacos Matamoros, Aguja Norteña, and Camarones Tampico, along with grilled specialties, fresh pastas, and salads topped with salmon or shrimp.The restaurant’s design pays tribute to traditional northern architecture — reed ceilings, stucco and brick walls, and wooden accents — creating a cozy, authentic space perfect for sharing with family and friends.Every Thursday and Friday enjoy live Fara Fara music starting at 8:00 p.m., a beloved northern tradition from Tamaulipas and Nuevo León.We are located on Blvd. Hidalgo, one of Reynosa’s most iconic avenues, right across from Valle Alto neighborhood.

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9. Red Lobster - Brownsville

4.3

Awesome(7)

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• Seafood • Brownsville

The shrimp entrees are enjoyable. Grilled shrimp, shrimp scampi and Walt’s favorite shrimp (fried shrimp) are all tasty.

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10. Palenque Grill Brownsville

4.3

Awesome(2)

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• Mexican • Brownsville

Great food and atmosphere the waiter was very attentive and friendly 100% recommended!!

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Il Forno a Legna

2. Palenque Grill La Plaza Mall

3. Spexia Cucina Italiana

4. Red Lobster - McAllen - 10th St.

5. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McAllen

6. Cenizo

7. La Llorona Tacos y Cortes

8. Jacal Cocina Norestense

9. Red Lobster - Brownsville

10. Palenque Grill Brownsville

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