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McAllen Restaurants and Eateries to Enjoy Before or After High School Football Games

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Summer will soon come to an end, but that only means football season is here! Get your friends and family together for some good eats near the DQ Fan Field before or after the game. Check out the list below for eateries to try on game day!

Mexican Food

La Carpa Antojeria y Cenaduria

  • Closed Mondays but open Tuesday through Sunday from 6:00 PM until 12:00 AM.
  • 2321 N. 23rd
  • (956) 258-7435

Delicias Tortas y Paletas

  • Open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM. Open Sundays from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM.
  • 600 N. 23rd
  • (956) 683-7797

Rebecca’s Mexican Restaurant

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 7:00 AM until 10:00 PM, Friday from 7:00 AM until 11:00 PM, and Saturday from 7:00 AM until 12:00 AM.
  • 2200 W. Nolana Ave.
  • (956) 631-9997

El Pato

  • Open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 AM until 10:00 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM until 10:00 PM.
  • 2035 N. 23rd
  • (956) 618-2829

Ms. G’s Tacos N’ More

  • Open Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM until 8:00 PM and Saturday from 7:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Closed on Sundays.
  • 2263 Pecan Blvd.
  • (956) 668-8226

Morado’s Restaurant

  • Open every day from 6:45 AM until 8:00 PM.
  • 1610 N. 23rd
  • (956) 631-3112

Taqueria La Mexicana

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 AM until 11:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:30 AM until 12:00 AM.
  • 3400 N. 23rd
  • (956) 972-0224

Gorditas Doña Tota

  • Open every day from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM.
  • 2812 W. Nolana Ave.
  • (956) 682-7100

Delia’s Specializing in Tamales

  • Open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM until 8:00 PM and Sunday from 7:00 AM until 6:00 PM.
  • 3400 N. 10th
  • (956) 627-2532

Taco Palenque

  • Open 24 hours every day.
  • 3020 N. 10th
  • (956) 686-0102

American Food

Starlite Burger

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 8:00 AM until 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 11:00 PM.
  • 820 N. 23rd
  • (956) 322-8385

Chick-fil-A

  • Open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM until 10:00 PM and closed on Sundays.
  • 2709 W. Nolana Ave.
  • (956) 686-7441

Pizza Hut

  • Open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM until 11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM until 12:00 AM, and Sunday from 12:00 PM until 11:00 PM.
  • 2121 N. 23rd
  • (956) 687-7859

Pizza Patrón

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 AM until 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:30 AM until 11:00 PM.
  • 2708 W. Nolana Ave. Ste. #240
  • (956) 661-9199

Burger King

  • Open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM until 12:00 AM and Sunday from 7:00 AM until 12:00 AM.
  • 1700 N. 23rd
  • (956) 630-4594

Little Caesars Pizza

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 AM until 11:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:30 AM until 11:30 PM.
  • 1618 N. 23rd
  • (956) 686-7272

Peter Piper Pizza

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM, Friday from 11:00 AM until 12:00 AM, and Saturday from 11:00 AM until 11:00 PM.
  • 1620 N. 10th
  • (956) 682-5251

Dairy Queen

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM.
  • 1501 N. 23rd
  • (956) 682-9041

Subway

  • Open every day from 9:00 AM until 11:00 PM.
  • 3512 N. 23rd
  • (956) 994-8710

Wendy’s

  • Open every day from 10:00 AM until 1:00 AM.
  • 2716 W. Nolana Ave.
  • (956) 631-4229

Stars Drive-in

  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM until 12:00 AM.
  • 2130 W. Nolana Ave.
  • (956) 686-2027

Wingstop

  • Open every day from 11:00 AM until 12:00 AM.
  • 2901 N. 10th
  • (956) 683-8888

Snacks

La Hormiga

  • Open Monday through Saturday from 12:00 PM until 11:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
  • 1414 N. 23rd
  • (956) 907-2969

Young’s Snow Whiz

  • Open every day from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
  • 2300 Sycamore Ave.
  • (956) 971-8181

Shipley Do-Nuts

  • Open 24 hours every day.
  • 1501 N. 10th
  • (956) 687-2011

Enjoy, Explorers!

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August 23rd, 24th, and 25th: Felipe Esparza’s Stand-Up Comedy, 5.11 Tactical Grand Opening, and More Things to do in McAllen!

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Photo Courtesy of Felipe Esparza

Enjoy all that McAllen has to offer this weekend! Spend your Friday evening singing along to your favorite songs by Cody Johnson, shop at the new 5.11 Tactical store on Saturday, and end Sunday with a vegan brunch and market! Read on for more things to do in McAllen this weekend!

Friday, August 23rd

Photo Courtesy of 5.11 Tactical

Saturday, August 24th

Sunday, August 25th

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August 16th, 17th, and 18th: La Familia de Diez, Valley Vintage & Sneaker Fest, and More Things to do in McAllen!

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Photo Courtesy of La Familia De Diez

Start this weekend by watching a performance by La Familia de Diez, shop at the Valley Vintage and Sneaker Fest on Saturday, and end Sunday with your friends at Bike Night! Read more about each event below and the many more that are planned throughout the weekend!

Friday, August 16th

Photo Courtesy of Valley Vintage and Sneaker Fest

Saturday, August 17th

Photo Courtesy of Whiskey Barrel Bar & Grill

Sunday, August 18th

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August 9th, 10th, and 11th – Back-to-School Giveaways, Free Family Sunday Funday, and More Things to do in McAllen!

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Photo Courtesy of the McAllen Public Library

This coming weekend will be full of family-friendly events! Back-to-school giveaways, Yoga at the Market on Saturday, and a live performance from UTRGV’s Chamber Winds at the IMAS on Sunday are just a few of the things you can look forward to!

Friday, August 9th

Photo Courtesy of La Plaza Mall

Saturday, August 10th

Sunday, August 11th

Have Fun, Explorers!

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Check Out Our List for Great Savings During Tax-Free Weekend in McAllen!

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Check Out Our List for Great Savings During Tax-Free Weekend in McAllen!

This year’s Tax-Free Weekend will begin on Friday, August 9th and end on Sunday, August 11th. For all of you planning to take advantage of this amazing shopping period, know that McAllen is your place to be! We’ve gathered a list of all of the best stores in McAllen to shop for school supplies, clothing, backpacks, and more!

Take advantage of this sales tax holiday and prepare for the back-to-school period without paying an extra 8.25% in taxes. For coupons available during Tax-Free Weekend, take a look at our list below.

Enjoy Extended Hours at La Plaza Mall!

During Tax-Free Weekend in McAllen, La Plaza Mall will be operating at the following times:

  • Friday, August 9th: 9:00 AM until 10:00 PM
  • Saturday, August 10th: 9:00 AM until 10:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 11th: 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM

While there, join La Plaza’s “Family at Simon” Program, an initiative that provides families with meaningful ways to connect and create memories with entertainment, dining, shopping, and events. “Family at Simon” is free to join, so take advantage of this during Tax-Free Weekend in McAllen!

Click here to sign up.

Shop till You Drop at Any of These Locations

Visit McAllen’s Local Boutiques

The Best Coupons to Use During Tax-Free Weekend in McAllen

  • DICK’S Sporting Goods
    • 25% off select Nike athletic apparel and footwear. This offer ends on August 10th.
    • Earn $20 in DICK’S Cash when you spend $100 or more. This offer is valid online and in-store until August 10th. DICK’S Cash will be awarded via a register receipt. Online DICK’S Cash will be awarded via email.
  • Hallmark – The Lunch Bag is just $10 with the purchase of a full-priced Vera Bradley backpack. The suggested retail price ranges between $35 and $40. This offer ends on August 31st.
  • JCPenney – Earn an extra 20% off with your JCPenney Credit Card, an extra 25% off $100+ Any Way You Pay, and an extra 15% off Any Other Way You Pay. This offer ends on August 11th.
  • Aeropostale – Take $10 off of your purchase of $50 or more, take $15 off of your purchase of $75 or more, or take $25 off of your purchase of $100 or more.
  • Perry Ellis
    • Take 20% off of your entire purchase when you spend $75 or more in-store.
    • Save up to 70% off select styles. Exclusions may apply. In stores only. This offer ends on August 20th.
  • Pac Sun – Take 10% off of your next in-store or online purchase with their e-mail signup. This offer is valid for a limited time.
  • Aldo – End of Season Sale – Up to 70% off. This offer ends on August 31st.
  • Call It Spring – 50 to 70% off on all sale styles. This offer ends on August 9th.
  • Kohl’s
    • 25% off Nike, select styles. This offer ends August 10th.
    • 25% off Adidas, select styles. This offer ends August 11th.
    • 25% off Converse, select styles. This offer ends August 10th.
    • 40% off Chaps school uniforms for kids, select styles. This offer ends on September 3rd.
    • Take an extra 15% off. This offer ends on August 11th.
    • $10 off a minimum $50 purchase of Back-to-School items. Select styles. This offer ends on August 18th.
  • Old Navy – $15 off of your purchase of $50 or more and $35 off of your purchase of $100 or more when using an Old Navy Card or any card from their family of brands. This offer ends on August 11th.
  • The Children’s Place – Sign up for text alerts and get $10 off of your next purchase of $40 or more.
  • Crocs – BOGO 25% off. Offer valid at Crocs-owned stores only, not valid online. Discount applies to item of equal or lesser value. This offer ends on August 31st.
  • H&M – Take 20% off one item of your choice. Exclusions may apply. This offer is exclusive to Family at Simon members. This offer ends on December 31st.
  • S. Polo Association – Take 20% off purchase of $75 or more. This offer is exclusive to Family at Simon members. This offer ends on January 1st.
  • Academy Sports + Outdoors
    • 25% off select Nike apparel and footwear. This offer ends on August 10th.
    • 25% off select Under Armour apparel and footwear. This offer ends on August 11th.
    • 25% off select Under Armour hydration, lunch coolers, and backpacks. This offer ends on August 11th.
  • Rack Room Shoes – Get $10 off $75 plus, Buy One, Get One 50% off* 2nd *Exclusions apply. Limit one coupon per transaction. This offer ends on August 31st.
  • Shoe Carnival – BOGO 50% + Extra $5 off $39.98+ or $10 off $74.98+ In-Store & Online. Exclusions may apply. This offer ends September 3rd.
  • DSW – $10 off your purchase of footwear and handbags. This offer ends on August 16th.
  • Carter’s – Extra 20% off your $50+ In-Store Purchase. This offer ends August 31st.
  • Target
    • 15% off select journals, planners and accessories. This offer ends August 10th.
    • BOGO 25% off all Pilot writing supplies. This offer ends August 10th.
    • 20% off all OGIO backpacks This offer ends August 10th.
    • BOGO 50% off all kid’s shoes. Excludes clearance. This offer ends August 10th.

Happy Shopping, Explorers!

As always, be sure to take plenty of photos this weekend while on your shopping adventures and tag us when you can! Use #exploremcallen and #shoppinginmcallen for a chance to have us share your post!

August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th – The Last Movies in the Park, Tres Lagos Farmers Market, and More Things to do in McAllen!

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Photo Courtesy of the McAllen Convention Center

If you’re looking for things to do in McAllen this weekend, then be sure to mark your planners for all of the events below! You can look forward to the North American Jewelry and Gift Show, Tres Lagos Farmers Market, the last screening of Movies in the Park, and so much more! Check them all out!

Friday, August 2nd

Photo Courtesy of McAllen Parks and Recreation

Saturday, August 3rd

Photo Courtesy of The Yard

Sunday, August 4th

Have Fun, Explorers!

As always, be sure to take plenty of photos and tag us when you can. Use #exploremcallen and #mcalleneats for a chance to have us share your post!

July 26th, 27th, and 28th – MXLAN Summer Festival, Movies in the Park, and More Things to do in McAllen!

Photo Courtesy of MXLAN Festival

Get ready for a weekend full of festivities in McAllen, Explorers! Celebrate the MXLAN Summer Music and Interactive Arts Festival all weekend, watch a movie under the stars at Movies in the Park, and more! Read on for more things to do in McAllen this weekend!

Friday, July 26th

Photo Courtesy of McAllen Parks and Recreation

Saturday, July 27th

Photo Courtesy of IMAS Museum

Sunday, July 28th

Have Fun, Explorers!

As always, be sure to take plenty of photos this weekend and tag us when you can! Use #exploremcallen and #mcalleneats for a chance to have us share your post!

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on July 21st in McAllen at These Locations!

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Sunday, July 21st is National Ice Cream Day! If you’ve been wanting to enjoy a double scoop on a waffle cone, then now you can do so! It’ll be the perfect way to cool down from the summer heat! Check out this list of some of McAllen’s delicious ice cream shops to visit on Sunday!

Delicias Tortas Y Paletas

This popular location is known for its “Tortas Gigantes,” but it also has a variety of Mexican paletas de agua y leche!

  • It’s open on Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM.
  • It’s located at 600 N. 23rd
  • It can be reached at (956) 683-7797.

Rolling with Cream

This is the Rio Grande Valley’s first Thai-inspired ice cream roll establishment! Their ice cream lacks the extra preservatives, emulsifiers, and stabilizers found in regular ice cream brands and brings you nothing but the freshest treat!

  • It’s open Sunday through Thursday from 1:00 PM until 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 1:00 PM until 11:00 PM.
  • It’s located at 129 W. Nolana Ave.
  • It can be reached at (956) 363-6118.

Paleteria Y Neveria Yusma

This shop is known for offering Mexican-style paletas, ice cream, raspas, milkshakes, smoothies, and more!

  • It’s open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM until 9:00 PM.
  • It’s located at 3724 Pecan Blvd.
  • It can be reached at (956) 627-2600.

Tag Us, Explorers!

Show us how you’re celebrating National Ice Cream Day in McAllen this weekend! Visit any of these places, snap a photo of your ice cream, and post it on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with #mcalleneats and #exploremcallen.

July 19th, 20th, and 21st – Texas Hunter’s and Sportsman’s Expo, Movies in the Park, and More Things to do in McAllen!

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Photo Courtesy of Texas Hunter’s & Sportsman’s Expo

This coming weekend will be full of family-friendly events! Enjoy the Texas Hunter’s and Sportsman’s Expo all weekend long, Movies in the Park on Saturday, and a live performance from Caravana Del Amor on Sunday. Check these and many more events out below!

Friday, July 19th

  • Test your photography skills at Photo Fun Fridays at Quinta Mazatlán from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Park admission is $3.00.
  • Stop by the Texas Hunter’s & Sportsman’s Expo at the McAllen Convention Center from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. This event will also be held from 10:00 AM until 7:00 PM on Saturday and from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM on Sunday. Admission prices are $12.00 for adults, $10.00 for seniors, and free for children 12 and under.
  • Intro to Poi (Art of Fire-Spinning) will take place at the McAllen Nature Center from 6:15 PM until 7:00 PM. A donation of $1.00 per participant is suggested.
  • Join Sunset Yoga at the McAllen Nature Center from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM. There is a suggested donation of $1.00.
  • Have some laughs at Friday Night Funnies: Christmas in July Edition at London Grill & Tavern from 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Pre-sale tickets are available online for $6.00. Click here to purchase.

Saturday, July 20th

Photo Courtesy of McAllen Performing Arts Center

Sunday, July 21st

Have Fun, Explorers!

As always, be sure to take plenty of photos and tag us when you can. Use #exploremcallen and #mcalleneats for a chance to have us share your post!

Cinemark to Launch CUT! Dine-In Theatre in McAllen

Photo Courtesy of CUT! by Cinemark

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. recently announced plans to add an eight-screen dine-in theatre at La Plaza Mall called CUT!

CUT! Dine-In Theatre will feature made-to-order menu items and specialty cocktails for patrons to enjoy during movies, as well as dining, lounge and patio areas.

Photo Courtesy of CUT! by Cinemark

Plus, chef-prepared entrees, refreshing beverages, and traditional snacks delivered discreetly to your seat with the push of a button will also be available!

“The Valley’s movie fans will really enjoy this great new theatre from Cinemark at La Plaza,” said Isabel Rodriguez, La Plaza Mall’s Director of Marketing and Business Development. “This will be a fantastic addition to the center.”

Construction is scheduled to begin in April 2020 with plans to open in early 2021.