Restaurants near La Quinta Inn & Suites Pharr-Hwy 281

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40 restaurants available nearby

1. Ambra

4.8

Exceptional(269)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • McAllen

Booked 17 times today

AMBRA combines a globally inspired steakhouse and a chic lounge creating one electrifying dining experience. Inside AMBRA, every foot of space is filled with eye-catching visuals, varied lighting, contrasting materials and textures, lush plants, and a layout of space perfect for mingling, date night, and dining. Take a seat in one of our stylish dining rooms or enjoy al fresco seating in our outdoor patio while sipping mezcal cocktails until closing time, when you dine with us every experience will be one to remember.

2. SALT

4.9

Exceptional(1350)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • McAllen

Booked 4 times today

SALT-New American Table, brought to you by the owners of McAllen’s house.wine & bistro. and Salomé on Main, Chef Larry Delgado and his lovely wife Jessica Delgado. The chef driven menu features local, organic and sustainable products, and a full service bar that boast beautiful, boutique wines, craft beers, and high end spirits!

3. RU RESTAURANT

4.4

Awesome(5)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Mcallen

Booked 6 times today

RU: tu nuevo SPOT favorito. Dos letras que, separadas, no significan nada, pero juntas lo representan todo... Nuestra propuesta gastronómica, con nuestra herencia mexicana y matices internacionales, ofrece una experiencia única, fusionando tradición y creatividad. En RU encontrarás el ambiente perfecto para compartir en familia, celebrar con amigos, vivir momentos especiales o simplemente explorar nuevos sabores. Ven y #BeRURU: your new favorite SPOT. Two letters that, on their own, mean nothing, but together, represent everything... Our culinary offering, rooted in Mexican heritage with international touches, delivers a unique experience, blending tradition and creativity. At RU, you’ll find the perfect setting to enjoy with family, celebrate with friends, cherish special moments, or simply explore new flavors. Come and BeRU.

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4. Santa Fe Steakhouse and Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(595)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • McAllen

Booked 11 times today

Santa Fe's Steakhouse & Cantina is famous for it's award winning steaks, fine wine & handcrafted cocktails. Don't miss out on the Orange Roughy, a favorite. High-end destination serving steaks & seafood backed by a massive wine list, plus live music nights.

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5. Mikhuna Japanese-Peruvian Cuisine

4.7

Exceptional(286)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • McAllen

Booked 6 times today

Our aim is to bring the flavors of Peru and nikkei to the Rio Grande Valley, while providing a culinary experience that can't be found anywhere else. When you dine at MIKHUNA, you can expect Peruvian flavors that are exotic yet balanced. On our menu, you'll find indigenous Peruvian recipes, Japanese-influenced nikkei plates, and modern flavors you might encounter today in the streets of Lima.

6. Toloa Rooftop

4.2

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • McAllen

Overlooking North McAllen, TOLOA's rooftop space acts as a studio for creating social experiences around food and drink. A list of seasonally curated cocktails act as an accessory to the open-air patio and lounge from sunset to late night. The food offered focuses on Modern Mexican eatery and is designed to either be shared, provide a small bite, or be ordered as a multi-course dinner. TOLOA is a new way to indulge and be social.

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7. Texas de Brazil - Mcallen

4.6

Exceptional(937)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • McAllen

Booked 14 times today

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

8. Il Forno a Legna

4.5

Awesome(415)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • McAllen

Booked 6 times today

Since 2016, our chefs have used the finest ingredients available to recreate heirloom Italian recipes. We're inspired by the Italian way of life and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones. Il Forno a Legna is our love letter to Italian tradition, and our gift to the Rio Grande Valley. Bring a few friends and remember, a tavola non si invecchia.

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9. house. wine. & bistro.

4.7

Exceptional(498)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • McAllen

Booked 5 times today

house. wine. & bistro. offers a boutique wine bar & New American Bistro dining experience featuring over 100 wines, craft beers and a diverse menu of locally sourced ingredients.

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10. BOND Cocktail Lounge

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4.6

Exceptional(5)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lounge • McAllen

Booked 9 times today

At Bond Cocktail Lounge, our focus is on delivering an elevated experience where every detail matters. From our expertly crafted cocktails to our thoughtfully curated dishes, we aim to blend innovation with timeless elegance. Our menu highlights fresh, premium ingredients and global influences, while our bar program is designed to push the boundaries of mixology. Whether you’re joining us for a refined evening or a social gathering, Bond is dedicated to creating a space where exceptional flavors and impeccable service come together.

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Scottvip
San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a great place for business meeting, service outstanding, food very good.
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SALTPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• McAllen
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4.9
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Saulvip
Corpus Christi / McAllen •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great experience last night. The service was incredible. The drinks and food were great.
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AmbraPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• McAllen
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4.8
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Alexandra
Corpus Christi / McAllen •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent service, our waiter Mathew was very nice
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RU RESTAURANTPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Mcallen
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4.4
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Denise
San Antonio •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I absolutely love this place for our anniversary night! They always have amazing service and excellent steaks.
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Santa Fe Steakhouse and CantinaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• McAllen
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4.7
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Albertovip
Las Vegas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Great food, the drinks are creative and fun. We weren’t able to be accommodated into a private table like requested and were sat along a long seating arranged area which was less than ideal and a bit loud and cramped. Overall a good service, and would go back to try again.
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Mikhuna Japanese-Peruvian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Japanese• McAllen
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4.7

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