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Palominos - McAllen, McAllen, TX

Palominos - McAllen

4.6
4.6
85 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
4117 W Expy 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8406

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
Palominos Restaurant expands to the United States with the opening of its new location in McAllen, Texas. Recognized as one of the best steakhouses offering fine Sonoran-style steaks in Mexico, Palominos boasts over 50 years of experience and 11 locations in Mexico. We have become known for the unparalleled quality of our steaks and an exceptional dining atmosphere.

Our restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a family meal, host private events, celebrate birthdays, or hold important business meetings. We offer various seating options, including indoor tables, an outdoor terrace, and private rooms.

Among our house specialties are the Black Onyx, Rib Eye Aguachile, and our iconic Filete a la Bacanora. Plus, our extensive drink menu and welcoming ambiance will make your visit a truly unforgettable experience.

You can also find us in Mexico at our locations in Hermosillo, Mexicali, Tijuana, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Mexico City, and Guadalajara.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Northern Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    McAllen
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Lunch Menu

    $20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Dishes to choose Starter, main course & dessert.
    Lunch Menu Photo

What 85 people are saying

Palominos - McAllen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Best Ambiance

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Steakhouse

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Most Booked

  • McAllen

    Best Overall

  • McAllen

    Best Service

  • McAllen

    Best Ambiance

  • McAllen

    Best Value

  • McAllen

    Good for special occasions

  • McAllen

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Palominos in McAllen offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious, creative food." Guests appreciate the "stylish ambiance" and "great background music," making it ideal for special occasions. While some found portions small, the standout dishes like ribeye aguachile and truffle crème corn keep diners coming back.

85 Reviews
  1. Cecilia

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very tasty food. The Avocado appetizer was a hit. We also tried the queso, it was a bit small and wasn’t too impressed with the sausage used, nor it’s presentation; so I did not try it tbh, however , the rest of the people at my table ate it all up. Parrillada was excellent! Very good size for about 8-10 people. It had three different types of meats, potatoes and some seafood (shrimp and octopus) as well. Yumm. Everything we tried on the menu, including drinks & desserts were tasty. The only thing that I feel could’ve been better was the steak seasoning. It could’ve had a bit more seasoning. It was a little bland, but the cut and type of meat made up for it.

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  2. Norlene

    Corpus Christi12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was superb at Palominos. Jose was terrific waiter. The manager Jessica visited with us. The Tequilana Spritz was so yummy. The value was outstanding for the quality. We will be back.

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  3. Manuel

    Corpus Christi1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, Food, music! Overall A++ would recommend!

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  4. Victoria

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time at this restaurant, and the atmosphere was beautiful. The food was delicious! The only thing is I hoped the wine would be served cold, but it was hot. Would I go back again ? Of course !

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  5. Michael VIP

    Central Texas16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious creative food from Sonora Mexico. Stylish ambience and great background music. Staff barely speaks any English.

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  6. Joel

    Corpus Christi3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Currently exploring fine dining experiences in McAllen, and this restaurant has secured the top spot on my list across all categories. The atmosphere was excellent—even with several birthday celebrations happening around us, nothing felt overwhelming or out of place. The music was amplified, but thanks to the great acoustics, we were able to have a normal conversation without raising our voices, making it perfect for a date night. The service was outstanding. Everything was well-timed, and we never felt rushed during the hour and a half we spent enjoying a late dinner. Despite our 10:30 PM reservation, the place was still full, yet every staff member we interacted with was incredibly attentive and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious. This spot is now my go-to recommendation for a top-tier dining experience. I had the 8 oz. filet mignon, which came with potatoes and asparagus, and paired it with a glass of wine. I also ordered the truffle crème corn—which was a standout and did not disappoint. For dessert, I took the lotus cheesecake to go since I was already satisfied, and I’m glad I did—it was the perfect way to wrap up the night and easily sharable between two people. The pricing is comparable to other fine dining options in the area, but in my opinion, this place has officially bumped Mikhuna off the top of my list and surpassed Ambra entirely—securing its position as my new number one.

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  7. Mariana

    Acapulco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente restaurante muy bueno el ruido un poco alto

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  8. Joel VIP

    Corpus Christi13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience, excellent service. Will be going back.

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  9. Abraham

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El servicio excelente, hicimos reservación y todo a tiempo, la comida muy rica , la cockteleria muy buena, las recomendaciones de los meseros muy acertadas, definitivamente regresamos , muy buena experiencia.

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  10. Mario VIP

    Corpus Christi2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every aspect of the dining experience was perfect! The service, the Food, the pricing all excellent!!!

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FAQs

Palominos - McAllen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (956) 627-0532.

Palominos - McAllen is rated 4.6 stars by 85 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Palominos - McAllen

4117 W Expy 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8406

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    McAllen
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Northern Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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