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The Patio on Guerra - Steakhouse in McAllen, Texas

The Patio on Guerra

4.6 (822 reviews)

116 S 17th St, McAllen, TX 78501

Restaurant
American restaurant
Bar
Seafood restaurant
Steak house

About The Patio on Guerra - steak house in McAllen, Texas

Refined, brick-laden American venue offering fine dining, outdoor seating & live entertainment.

Customer Review Summary

The Patio on Guerra is praised as a hidden gem with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the stylish decor and a vibe reminiscent of a perfect summer night, making it ideal for special occasions. The service is consistently described as excellent, with attentive staff enhancing the dining experience. The food is largely commended, particularly the tomahawk steak, ribeye steak, lamb chops, and venison, all noted for their deliciousness and quality presentation. Cocktails, bread, and desserts also receive positive mentions, creating a well-rounded dining experience. Some reviewers suggest specific dishes, such as the Rack of Lamb and suggest the restaurant is a great choice for anniversaries and birthdays. Overall, many express a desire to return, indicating high satisfaction with their experiences.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Checks
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.6 out of 5
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30
Based on 822 reviews

Jesus R. Sandoval jr

3 weeks ago

Patio on the Guerra– A Hidden Gem with Incredible Vibes If you're looking for a spot that delivers not just great food but an unforgettable experience, Patio on the Guerra is it. From the moment you step in, the atmosphere pulls you in—warm lights, stylish decor, and a vibe that feels like a perfect summer night, no matter the season. We celebrated our wedding anniversary and the service team made our evening unforgettable! Thank you

Eddie Martinez

4 weeks ago

I went there in valentine day 2025. Ordered the tomahawk steak for 2 and it did not disappoint..ordered it medium-well...it was delicious..ask for the pepper corn sauce.. The service was great and the drinks cold. I recommend it for a special occasion. Definitely going back,

Jonathan Gallegos

7 months ago

I love this restaurant! Every year my wife and I celebrate our wedding anniversary. The food is always so delicious and the presentation is also done extremely well. The ribeye steak is always cooked perfectly and melts in your mouth! The atmosphere is nice and cozy makes it very romantic. Always look forward to coming here!

Doris Dudley

2 weeks ago

We went here for our 30th anniversary! It was amazing! The food and service. I highly recommend!

Cristian Vlase

6 months ago

Amazing atmosphere coupled with great service and phenomenal food. One of the best lamb chops we have ever had. It just melts in your mouth. Highly recommend this family owned steak house

Cosmos Workspace

6 months ago

Made reservations for two and was pleasantly greeted and delighted to have been seated in front of the musical entertainment for the evening. Gave me some points with my date. Steaks, wine and dessert were phenomenal. Highly recommend this local restaurant bar in historic downtown mcallen. Becky and Che do a great job running the place.

khiabet magallon

3 months ago

My first time here and it didn’t disappoint. Finding parking around 9pm was no trouble and we were seated right away. Our server was very attentive. Atmosphere was peaceful and nice. The place was well decorated so it’s a perfect option to come with family or on a business dinner. I recommend ordering from the signature dishes. The Rack of Lamb was spectacular. The chicken was a bit salty. The chicken teriyaki was just ok skewers. The bread and butter they serve is delicious and so are the cocktails. I hope they can begin to open on Sundays 😍

Solo 5050

1 year ago

Literally, everything I tasted from this restaurant was fantastic 😋 👌. My gf and I had an 8:30 pm. reservation, and we were immediately sat down, so there was no delay whatsoever. We had the 2 crab 🦀 cakes for an appetizer, and they were delicious. However, the star of the night was my Venison 🤤🤤. As soon I took a bite, I sank back into my chair 🫠 it was incredibly tender and so savory. My babes red snapper was fantastic as well 👏. Since this was her birthday, they even brought her a free piece of cake at the end. This is a great place to celebrate an anniversary or birthday 🎂 dinner 🍽 😋. We will definitely be back!

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5–10 PM
Monday 5–10 PM
Saturday 5–10 PM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 5–10 PM
Tuesday 5–10 PM
Wednesday 5–10 PM

Price Range

$$$