Jonathan Jimenez
Atmosphere and ambiance is pleasant, restaurant is clean, staff is friendly and accommodating.
Based on the prices one would expect more, the food was presented really well but did the flavor fell short. The enchiladas mexicanas with chicken tasted like most ingredients were not fresh made to order, tortillas are frozen, beans and rice lacked flavor.
… moreReuben Reyes
Choice place for breakfast! They have a variety of different options and a bakery. Place is nicely decorated, clean, and well lit. Staff are dressed sharp, courteous, helpful, and friendly. I very much enjoy dining here.
… moreFlor Villalobos
First time here..atmosphere was clean and inviting. The waitress Paola was very attentive and friendly. We had the molcajete norteño I definitely recommend!! For dessert, we had pan de Dubai super delicious definitely coming back! El cafe de olla delish!!
… moreTheresa Gabriel
Small diner chain with big class! The chef and the bakery, and the professional wait staff make it an experience. Price seems high for a cafe, but it’s a great value all things considered. I’ll return.
… moreEdmé de La Bruyère
Casa Abuela – Pharr, Texas
If you’re looking for a welcoming spot with a delicious lunch menu and flavors that feel homemade, Casa Abuela in Pharr, Texas delivers beautifully.
From the moment we were seated, Paola made us feel genuinely welcome. She was attentive without hovering, friendly without being rushed, and offered thoughtful suggestions from the lunch menu. Her service elevated the entire experience — professional, warm, and sincere.
We ordered the enchiladas de mole with chicken, and they were outstanding. The mole sauce was rich and well-balanced, blending savory depth with subtle sweetness and gentle spice. The chicken was tender, the tortillas perfectly soft, and the portion generous — exactly what you hope for from a satisfying lunch plate.
We were also served warm sweet rolls with butter, which were soft, lightly sweet, and fresh. They added a comforting touch to the meal and paired perfectly with the savory entrée.
And then there was the dessert display — elegant and tempting. Thick slices of Oreo cookie cake, decadent turtle cheesecake layered with caramel and chocolate, and a beautiful assortment of original Mexican pastries were showcased like edible art. Even if you arrive planning to skip dessert, one look at that case might change your mind.
Between the flavorful lunch selections, attentive service from Paola, and the stunning dessert offerings, Casa Abuela stands out as a must-visit in Pharr. We’ll definitely be back — and we’ll be asking for Paola.
… moreJenn
The red chilaquiles were absolutely amazing!! Loved the variety of hot sauces, the atmosphere was super cute, and the service was top-notch. Can’t wait to come back! 10/10 recommend!!
… moreJennifer Moreno
Breakfast was very delicious! No room for pastries. Oh well…I’ll have to go again another day.
… moreAlizandra Alonzo
I specifically went to try the desserts, so my review is only for that. I tried the strawberry croissant and the strawberry roulette. They were both delicious. The cream they use is yummy. My favorite was the croissant because it was nice and flaky. The roulette was also delicious but much sweeter, most likely because of the white chocolate it is dipped in. I will definitely go back for these delicious desserts.
… moreEsmer Escalante
I got the chilaquiles with the quesadillas chips. The “chips” are a thick cheese pupusa like. It had way too much masa. I did not eat much of it, as it was flavorless. If I were to go back I would just get the regular chips. The food was okay. Nothing out of the ordinary. The service though, it was great! Karen made sure we were well taken care of.
… moreMario Alvarado Jr.
I saw this nice restaurant on a local program promoting local businesses. Told the wife about it and we thought we would give it shot. The my wife had enchiladas suizas and I have the tampiqueña. The tampiqueña came with one enchiladas suizas, 1 mole enchilada, fajitas rice, veggies and some sort of casserole that was actually pretty good. The food came in lukewarm, had great presentation but wasn’t very flavorful. It wasn’t horrible but I was slightly disappointed that the flavors did not match the appearance. The location is gorgeous, ambience is fantastic service was really good and would give him a second chance if in the area.
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