El Pastor Grill — Restaurant in McAllen

My wife and I were invited to eat at El Pastor Grill for an early lunch. The place is in the building that used to be the Oyster bar, located at 600 N. 10th St, McAllen TX right at Fir Ave. Once seated we ordered iced teas, the server brought our teas along with chips and salsa. I ordered the CaldoTialpeno, (soup) and my wife and friend ordered the Enchiladas Suizas. Our server really took good care of us, totally on point. I wish I could rave about the food but it really was a let down. My soup was way too salty, broth was definitely made from bouillon and not stock. There was not the traditional Chipotle in the broth, but rather a Chipotle Chile served on the side. I mentioned the saltiness to the server and he returned with a new bowl, unfortunately it was just as salty as the first bowl. I removed the chicken, rice, and Avocado from the bowl and settled for eating this. My wife hardly touched her enchiladas, I asked her why? She said they were way to dry and had no flavor. Sadly my friend ate less than half his plate, his comment I won't write, but they both agreed that the rice was undercooked. It's to bad the food doesn't meet the expectation you get when you walk in to the restaurant. The decor is nice and creates a pleasant ambience. I might go back and try the grilled items, but based on the food quality of this visit, it's probably going to be until I hear something good...

My wife and I have been married for close to 47 years, our favorite enjoyment has always been eating out. (I am sure that is the case with many a couple!!!) 😋😋😋 Quality food, Quality service, and a Quality ambiance is of utmost importance to us. We came across this wonderful restaurant by the name of El Pastor Grill on 10th street in McAllen which happens to check all the boxes!!! I myself enjoyed a very well prepared and savory machito!!! Designated as an appetizer but sized big enough for it to be a meal in itself!!! (The absolute best!!!) 😋😋😋 My wife enjoyed a plate of succulent fajitas and enchiladas!!!😋😋😋 As for the service, Juan and Jose are top of the line waiters!!! As for Hostess and Cashier Thais, she is second to none. We went for a late lunch so the ambiance was relaxing and filled with tranquility. All made possible by the upper echelon management provided by Mr. Jesus Martinez!!! On behalf of my wife and myself, we would like to thank you all so very much for such a wonderful and impeccable eating experience!!! Too bad 10 stars are not available in reviews otherwise El Pastor Grill is well deserving!!! (BTW; Meals are appropriately...

The food was subpar by many aspects. We ordered a ribeye medium well and recieved it overcooked. After we asked for it to be remade, it came back practically raw. When we let the waiter know he made it seems like we we’re being difficult and just at the meal. Along with this we ordered a parillada that had dry unflavored meat, cold tortillas, and undercooked veggies. Only good thing was the choriqueso. After we paid the tab, we thought they had comped our ribeye due to the difficulty only to have the waiter hunt us down outside because he gave us the wrong tab. He then proceeds to want to overcharge us aside from the fact that he made the mistake of making us pay the wrong ticket. The manager also refused to acknowledge his mistake and told us it was our fault. Well over $90 to waste. Save your money and go...