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Food scene
H-E-B plus!
2409 E Expressway 83About 2 miles away. Gas prices always cheap.
IHOP
1900 S 10th StGreat food. Open 24 hrs. About 1.5 miles away.
Poncho's Nuevo Mexican Restaurant
601 W Expy 83Awesome Mexican food.
Chili's Grill & Bar
501 W Expy 83Great service and popular.
Suerte Bar & Grill
301 S 17th StLocal favorite. A must visit. 4 locations Valley Wide.
Junction Cafe
11 South Cage BoulevardFamily restaurant. Very popular.
Whataburger
1410 S Cage BlvdBest burgers in Texas.
Feldman's Liquor & Wines
1509 S Cage BlvdAll types of liquor. About 1 mile away.
Stripes 2210
2201 S I Rd1/2 mile away. Awesome morning tacos and lunch plates.
Walmart Supercenter
1724 W University DrIt has everything!!! Sams club next to it.
Texas Roadhouse
1224 E Jackson AveDelicious food.
Panda Express
1401 East Jackson AvenueDelicious!!
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
222 W Expy 83My favorite food!!
Starbucks
4317 W Expy 83Awesome hangout.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
1505 South Cage BoulevardBest spicy burgers !!!
Bubba's 33
2608 W Expy 83Bar and restaurant. Favorite local hang out.
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux
415 W Trenton RdLocal hang out after work.
Muelle 37
1000 North Cage BoulevardTasty sea food .
Mambo Seafood
4817 ExpresswayBig sea food restaurant.
Subway
1 South Cage BoulevardHealthy food. Next to HEB plus.
Siempre Natural 'Jackson'
1201 S Jackson RdHealthy food.
The Shack Supplements & Shakes
1101 N Cage BlvdProtein shakes, supplements and vitamins.
Peter Piper Pizza
1715 South Cage BoulevardPerfect for indoor parties. 1 mile away.
McDonald's
301 W Ridge RdNext to HEB Plus.
Pizza Hut
1300 S Cage BlvdNext to HEB Plus.
Las Margaritas Restaurant
106 North Cage BoulevardFamily Owned Mexican Restaurant
Texas de Brazil
2200 S 10th StSpecial Occasions.
Taco Palenque San Juan Tx
713 West Expressway 83Fast service.
Snack Stop
5808 S Cage BlvdHidden jewel south from the place. Classic atmosphere and great for families.
City/town information
McAllen
Very popular in the Rio Grande Valley.
Tourism attraction. Favorite spot for winter texans. Good food and cheap.
17 locals recommend
Nuevo Progreso
Tourism attraction. Favorite spot for winter texans. Good food and cheap.
Harlingen
Harlingen Airport, antique stores, friendly community.
South Padre Island
1 hour away from San Juan.
Sightseeing
Natural wild life scene. Great for families. Hike, run, walk or ride bikes.
23 locals recommend
Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge
3325 Green JayNatural wild life scene. Great for families. Hike, run, walk or ride bikes.
Mission Hike and Bike Trail
City of Mission Hike and Bike TrailAwesome place to run, walk, hike or mountain bike.
Gladys Porter Zoo
500 E Ringgold StGreat for families. About 1 hour away.
Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets
5001 E Expressway 83Shopping scene. 20 minutes away.
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
2800 S Bentsen Palm DrBird watching
Bicycle World
2025 W Nolana AveFamily owned and very popular in the area.
La Plaza Mall
2200 S 10th StAwesome stores and food court.
Tierra Del Sol Golf Course
700 East Hall Acres RoadMinutes away.
Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Hike & Bike Trail
1 mile away. Perfect for pets.
District Of Mcallen
209 South 17th StreetBar hopping. Entertainment district. South 17th Street.
Deloreans 80s Bar
1200 W Nolana Ave80’s & 90’s music.
Topgolf
1901 I-2Perfect for families and to practice.
Indoor Heated pool. Perfect for lap swimming. During summer play area open for the family.
Pharr Aquatic Center
1000 S Fir StIndoor Heated pool. Perfect for lap swimming. During summer play area open for the family.
Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle - National Shrine
400 Virgen de San Juan BlvdHistorical Church.
La Lomita Mission
Historical Church. Park next to it.
Costco Wholesale
1501 W Kelly AveGreat competitor prices.
Brownsville
Historical, Mall, restaurants and shopping.
Cinemark Pharr Town Center and XD
600 N Jackson RdClosest movie theater to San Juan.
Barnes & Noble
4005 N 10th StExcellent atmosphere!! Starbucks located inside.
Closest airport to the US/Mexico border. Flights to Cancun , Guadalajara and Distrito Federal.
Aeropuerto Internacional de Reynosa
Closest airport to the US/Mexico border. Flights to Cancun , Guadalajara and Distrito Federal.
Bert Ogden Arena
4900s I-69CConcerts and basketball games.
State Farm Arena
2600 N 10th StConcerts
Sal Del Rey
Walking and hiking. Natural salt lake.
Main Event Pharr
500 N Jackson RdPerfect for kids.
Point Blank Sporting Goods
407 N Jackson RdIndoor gun range.
Out of this world 🌎. Live experience from a safe distance.
47 locals recommend
SpaceX Space Launch Facility
Boca Chica BoulevardOut of this world 🌎. Live experience from a safe distance.
McAllen Medical Center
301 W Expy 83Nearest hospital for emergencies.
BlueWave Express Car Wash
1115 S Jackson RdFree vacuuming.
Aqua Planet Waterpark
5401 S Jackson RdFamily gatherings and only 2.5 miles away from location.
Medical Emergencies 24 Hrs.
Rio Grande Regional Hospital Emergency Care San juan
218 E Expressway 83Quick medical emergencies. Open 24 hours.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Uber and Lyft available.
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Don't miss
McAllen Convention Center at night.
Local shopping stores and restaurants. Walking distance to each business.