marc c
They absolutely deliver when it comes to freshness. The seafood tasted clean, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked—not overdone or greasy. Every bite had bold flavor without being overpowering. You can tell they know how to balance spices and let the seafood speak for itself. Portions were generous, and the price was amazing for the quality you’re getting. This is the kind of place that reminds you what good seafood should taste like.
… moreJenny Gomez
El Terco is an absolute gem for seafood lovers. The dishes are incredibly fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. From the perfectly seasoned ceviche to the expertly grilled fish, every bite tastes like it was prepared with care and attention to detail. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The service is friendly and attentive, which makes the entire experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back for more.
… moreSima MeWi
I like the ambience of this place, it is an authentic Mexican seafood restaurant vibe in the RGV. The portions are generous without sacrificing quality, and you definitely get your money’s worth. The seafood tastes fresh, the sides complement the main dishes well, and everything feels thoughtfully prepared.
It’s rare to find a place that balances value and quality this well, especially with seafood. I have tried pretty much every other seafood place in McAllen but I always find myself back here, they say you always return to where you were once happy and I always find myself returning to this restaurant. Daniela is a great server and she is always quick with the refills and attentive to see if I need anything else. I highly recommend you try this place if you have not already.
… moreEd Sanchez
Awesome service. Waitress Daniela is the best very knowledgeable and friendly
… moreJared Twyler
If you are looking for exceedingly good seafood, a genuine Authentic Mexican dining experience, and live music all in one, then I highly recommend you visit El Terco Seafood. A great atmosphere, competent and willing staff members, and great prices on the food. A wonderful experience.
… moreSezione Bologna
The service was really good, I highly recommend the shrimp boil and the “coctel de pulpo”. The house combos are nicely portioned and fairly priced. I love coming here on weekends with the family because the menu is vast and there is something for everybody. They bring you complimentary chips and the staff is nice. I highly recommend to try this place!
… moreDaniel Branca
Amazing seafood at a very reasonable price. Shrimp tacos were some of the best I have ever had and the ceviche de pescado was very fresh. Out of all the seafood places in McAllen this is my new favorite. Service was very fast and attentive.
… moreHector Gonzalez
Delicious seafood and nice friendly service. Nice place to have lunch. They have music playing on some speaker, just need it the volume to be lower so I can enjoy lunch with my girlfriend. I will definitely be back again.
… moreYankee
Fantastic restaurant! I got the platillos de la casa, which comes with shrimp, fish, onions, peppers, and mushrooms. The French fries on the side were great. They start you off with a shot glass of their fish stock, which was mouthwateringly good. I bet their soups are also great.
The restaurant staff only speaks Spanish, but they are very nice and try to accommodate you, so it winds up not being a big problem 🙂
… moreJudith Roman
We loved lunch at el terco but what made it even better was Daniela’s service. She was very kind and attentive.
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