About the Company
rating: 4.7
Rye is doing a Christmas popup from Nov 11 - Dec 31st in the old Pantry building! Santa's Workshop is our coming home for the holidays to our beloved McKinney. We're decking the holidays with Rye-style Christmas cocktails and fa-la-la-la-lovingly frying up Saucy Chic(k) for food and fun! We've got N.A. / Kids Christmas drinks too, so everyone in the family is welcome! But after 10 pm on the weekends, it's 21+ for Santa's speakeasy. Come check us out downtown for an old fashioned, and family Christmas time. #merrymckinney
Categories
- Restaurant
- Brunch restaurant
- Cocktail bar
Contact Information
Phone: +1 469-625-1793
Address: 214 E Louisiana St, McKinney, TX 75069, United States
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Reviews
Review №1
Rating: 3
Date: 8 months ago
Review №2
Rating: 5
Everyone should stop by! Food is great. Great atmosphere. Manager, Heather, is awesome. Everyone should come today before they close for a pre-New Years party stop.
Date: 9 months ago
Review №3
Rating: 1
Date: 9 months ago
Review №4
Rating: 2
Hyperinflation at the North Pole! Was here at Santa s workshop w the kids last weekend. Kids drinks are very expensive (ie $10 for a tiny cup of sprite w some flavoring and mostly ice). It s been a week now and I still feel like I ve been hoodwinked - by Santa!
Date: 9 months ago
Review №5
Rating: 5
Perfect spot for the holidays! Come with your friends and/ or family. Amazing job creating a holiday atmosphere experience! Perfect for small bites and unique drinks. Any of the drinks are delicious! Our pics from this weekend: pomegranate margarita, wine drink (warm and perfect), lump of coal-Ada, bourbon hot chocolate. Must try their cheese curds and nuggets! We will be back before they close! The best service by far! Don t miss it!
Date: 9 months ago
Review №6
Rating: 5
We had an amazing time here! I m not sure what the other reviewer was expecting from a temporary restaurant that had only just opened. Should they invest in all new furniture and dish ware for 8 weeks of service? We didn t see a single plastic cup either. All of our glasses were adorable. It s located in the space where The Pantry used to be and they have done a great job decorating and providing photo backdrops. I was so sad about the fire at Rye but thrilled this group is staying in McKinney and coming back with a new theme. The pop up is temporary but they went all out decorating. The drinks were all creative and tasty, served in adorable cups and glasses. The chicken tenders were fantastic and the sauces also great. We were there on a slower night so the staff provided some off-menu items to sample. Everything was amazing! But honestly it was the service and staff that were above and beyond and really made the night special. They were checking on us constantly, making sure everything was perfect. If you are out shopping in McKinney or looking for a fun holiday evening, I whole heartedly recommend you pop in Santa s Workshop, grab a cocktail, and take some Christmas photos.
Date: 10 months ago
Review №7
Rating: 4
We were in the area for the McKinney holiday festival and this was a perfect place to stop in for a quick drink. The atmosphere is very rustic and feels like you re in a 90s-2000s Hallmark holiday movie. There s different themed sections of the bar like a Grinch themed area. The drinks are simple and cute. There s no reservations, you just walk in, order at the front and find a table. They do have a limited food menu, the cheese curds and chicken tenders were great to snack on. They also have a kid friendly menu.
Date: 10 months ago
Review №8
Rating: 5
Vegetarian options: Amazing vegetarian options. Parking: Unless you can valet in the same street, finding parking can be a slight headache. Even though there are a few paid parking lots in proximity of restaurant. Food : 5/5 |
Date: a year ago
Review №9
Rating: 5
I can t wait until Rye re-opens. This is our favorite dinner spot. The Chef is brilliant and the food is always so perfect. Once they re-open, I absolutely cannot wait to see what wonderful things they come up with.
Date: a year ago
Review №10
Rating: 5
Everything!!! Service, food, drinks!!!!
Date: a year ago
Review №11
Rating: 5
*this restaurant had a fire and is rebuilding. BEST restaurant and service in the McKinney are. This is a once in a lifetime dinner. The cocktails are top notch and the food is to die for. Everything on their menu is excellent, and the owners/chefs/waiters/bar tender are the best people.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №12
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №13
Rating: 5
Oh my god. Oh my god. Oh my god. Everything was absolutely perfect. From the hostess to the bar to the bartender to the food that was so different and carefully cooked. Every food and drink item was described when it came out. Cocktails have very cool names!! Pun game is on point.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №14
Rating: 5
Every meal here is an absolutely amazing experience, every single time I ve visited. The staff is amazing, super knowledgeable, and always on their game. Food is always fabulous, and the menu rotates (while keeping the favorites) to offer new things each season. No meal would be complete without superb drinks - and the bar staff kills it here with every drink. 12 outa 5 stars - would massively recommend.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №15
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №16
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №17
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №18
Rating: 5
Rye is the best restaraunt in a cluster of what are already fantastic places to eat. They always deliver incredible food, drinks, and atmosphere
Date: 2 years ago
Review №19
Rating: 5
Can I give a place 6 stars? This place was spectacular. The Duroc Pork Belly Lollipops were one of the best bites I ve had in a VERY long time. The barrel aged old fashioned was fantastic, and the staff was friendly and inviting. It is a little pricey if you re looking for a lot of food, but very much worth it if you re looking for quality of flavor. Make sure to buy the kitchen a beer when you visit!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №20
Rating: 5
We love Rye! Food was always phenomenal with thoughtful presentations: Pork Belly Lollipops - 5/5 -- melts in your mouth perfection! Salmon Gow - 4/5 -- flour wrapper can be thinner Vaca Frita Tacos - 5/5 -- delicious! Release the Quack-en - 6/5 -- best duck ever! Three French Hens - 5/5 -- full of flavours To Peach Their Own 5/5 -- unique dessert Benedict, chicken and grit at brunch were yummy too. Jadzia was always cordial and she would answer all of our questions with great patience. Shes also very knowledgeable of their menu. High marks for that. Thered be a $10 deposit per guest on reservation in case of no show, its fair and not a deal breaker for us. Cant wait to go back and try everything on the menu and we would definitely start every meal with pork lollipop. Its that good!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №21
Rating: 5
Everything was PHENOMENAL. This is a dining experience. Food, drinks, and dessert were beyond all expectations. The service and employees were all above and beyond and truly amazing. We ll be back on a regular basis. Every bite was so delicious.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №22
Rating: 5
Amazingly delicious! Wanted to try some place special to celebrate our 20th Anniversary, and chose this based on all the great reviews! The staff was so attentive - all of them - made us feel so special. The food was amazing! Had 5 courses! The tacos - a must try before you die- the lollipop pork loin - insanely delicious! Cheesecake like you ve never had it - even the charcuterie board was delightful! There wasn t a single item that wasn t on point - bravo! Highly recommend this to fulfill the inner Foodie in you!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №23
Rating: 4
Food was very good with unique blends of flavor with a creative presentation. More on the pricier side for portion size. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №24
Rating: 5
The food, atmosphere, and staff/owners were amazing!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №25
Rating: 5
Wonderful experience, clever and unbelievably tasty food. Definitely one of our favorite places to eat down town.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №26
Rating: 5
Great food and drink experience! Definitely a place I would come back to
Date: 2 years ago
Review №27
Rating: 5
We had the best bartender and the best hostess. The food and drinks were over the top and Amazing. By far the best people ever. We will be back for sure! Highly recommended!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №28
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №29
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №30
Rating: 5
We arrived at a full restaurant with only a couple seats at the bar. We decided to eat there rather than wait for a table. We were so glad we did. The bartender, Heather took such great care of us the whole night. She helped us feel at home and treated us like we were regulars there. She explained the small plate format and gave us her recommendations which was appreciated. Each plate was a delightful surprise of complex and mouthwatering sauces and seasonings with fresh ingredients. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience and plan to return again real soon.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №31
Rating: 5
Everything is amazing. Get the tacos and lollipops
Date: 2 years ago
Review №32
Rating: 5
Amazing experience and food. Definitely going back!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №33
Rating: 5
Rye has become one of our absolute FAVORITE restaurants since moving to Texas. We went again last night and it was perfection! The cozy atmosphere of Rye makes you feel warm and welcome, like you are dining with friends and family, and yet the elevated culinary experience kind of blows your mind at the same time. Side note: The Vaca Frita Tacos are TO DIE FOR and I may actually cry if they are ever taken off the menu. Full of flavor, texture, heat....they are AMAZING!! In addition to the delicious menu offerings, fabulous wine and craft cocktails, the service is top notch. We are ALWAYS greeted with a warm smile and Good to see you, welcome back! Everyone who works at Rye seems like a team, they all work together, always have a smile, and create a wonderful experience for their diners. The owner of Rye is a kind man who models the concept of team flawlessly. You will see him throughout the dining experience jumping in where ever is needed to provide top level service. We just love yall, truly. See you soon!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №34
Rating: 5
Absolutely incredible food and wonderful service. Hunter was very knowledgeable and recommended some fantastic dishes. Would give more than 5 stars if I could! Get the pork lollipops!!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №35
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №36
Rating: 5
Food is amazing. Outstanding service!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №37
Rating: 5
If you love cocktails and small plates, this is the place for you! Food, Cocktails, Staff, Ambience all First Class! We will def. be back!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №38
Rating: 4
Delicious! Tables very close to each other
Date: 2 years ago
Review №39
Rating: 5
I was really impressed with everything we had tonight. We will definitely make a point to come back.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №40
Rating: 5
10/10 best food experience ever! (And weve traveled all over the world.) The small bite approach is amazing because you can try so many things.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №41
Rating: 5
The most delicious food! Fun experience and atmosphere
Date: 2 years ago
Review №42
Rating: 5
Went here for their Valentines Day dinner. They had set menu for the occasion... 7 course meal paired with 6 different wines. It was all AMAZING. From the sparkling wine with caviar to the Wagyu beef in deconstructed onion soup... everything was so good. We will certainly be visiting again.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №43
Rating: 5
Excellent, thoughtful food and presentation. Hip, cool atmosphere. Totally unique dining experience. Ambiance not to be beat.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №44
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №45
Rating: 5
A hidden gem! Blown away by the food and service! A+++ in my book, amazing drinks, dinner and desert.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №46
Rating: 5
Great chef-centric restaurant just off the town square in McKinney. Small plates so its fun to sample a bunch of dishes, but beware, theyre Texas sized small plates, so its easy to over do it!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №47
Rating: 5
Do yourself a favor and get the pork lollipops. Best pork Ive ever had in my entire life. Everything there on the menu is amazing though. Definitely a great date night!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №48
Rating: 5
This was my first visit to Rye, and it was amazing. I had the pleasure of experiencing Heather at the bar. She was so nice and welcoming. The drinks were perfect, and the pork lollipops are IT! Ill definitely be coming back. Dont forget to buy beers for the guys!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №49
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №50
Rating: 5
We ordered our Thanksgiving turkey from Rye. They brined and prepped it. All we had to do was roast it in the oven. BEST thanksgiving turkey I have ever had!!!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №51
Rating: 5
Wow. I was really impressed! I went there fo celebrate a birthday dinner and the experience is phenomenal. From dinner service, food and cocktail drinks. Thank you so much for being consistent.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №52
Rating: 5
Excellent food and drinks! Make sure to buy a round for the kitchen if you agree.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №53
Rating: 5
I try to give out 5 star reviews sparingly because few restaurants truly wow - but this one hit the mark on everything from service, atmosphere, and of course the actual food. Wow. Unique, varied, delicious (obviously), and most surprisingly quite affordable considering the quality. My favorites were the Forest Floor (mushroom dish), the Salmon (forgot the full name), the Shortrib, and the chili chocolate cake. Wonderful stuff and the staff all knew the menu well which is lovely. Will be coming back again very soon. Props to the chef and service staff. One thing is that they did have to push our reservation back 35min due to how busy they were - but that s quite understandable for a restaurant this small + good. No biggie since it s in downtown McKinney which is fun to have a stroll around.
Date: 2 years ago
Review №54
Rating: 5
Each of the small plates we ordered were incredible! Delicious cocktails, lovely staff and great outdoor seating with heaters to stave off the evening chill. Highly recommend!
Date: 2 years ago
Review №55
Rating: 4
Date: 2 years ago
Review №56
Rating: 5
Date: 2 years ago
Review №57
Rating: 5
Pork belly lollipops are awesome
Date: 2 years ago
Review №58
Rating: 5
Delicious. Great experience. Pork Belly Lollipops are a must.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №59
Rating: 4
Farm fresh restaurant with small shareable plates. Great drink menu with many bourbon drinks.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №60
Rating: 5
This was, by far, my most favorite place in old town McKinney. Creative cocktails, fantastic flavors in small dishes, and top notch staff made this one of the places I made sure to return to when I found myself back in town. If you want a treat, get a pour of their housemade butterscotch rum, a true slice of heaven experience if you like butterscotch.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №61
Rating: 5
We tried everything on the menu. The food was delicious. The veggies, tacos, and pork lollipops were my favorite
Date: 3 years ago
Review №62
Rating: 5
Absolutely incredible. Everything we had (5 plates) was mouth-watering good. My wife is a vegetarian and I very much am not, and we both had the best meal we ve had in years. Incredible service too, where they explained every detail of the dish they were serving. We will absolutely be back soon!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №63
Rating: 5
10/10 couldnt recommend more. Everything was outstanding
Date: 3 years ago
Review №64
Rating: 5
Great share plates and service. Whiskey selection could use improvement, but overall great experience!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №65
Rating: 5
We made reservations for our 20 year anniversary and this place was awesome! The service was on point and beyond amazing. Each dish we ordered was delicious and their cocktails were spot on. Highly recommend!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №66
Rating: 5
One of our favorite places in McKinney. Lots of smaller dishes that were amazing. The short ribs and Vegetables were our favorites. The peach dessert was just amazing. Be aware it is small and petty loud but we loved the energy.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №67
Rating: 5
Rye is very, very popular. I was in McKinney for an unrelated reason and decided to stop by, on a Saturday night. There was a 2 hour wait. I proceeded to go somewhere else (without putting in my name) and come back at 9pm, where my friend and I were seated. Our drinks were great. We people watched and everyone was ordering the meat lollipops. Next time I am in the area, Ill make a reservation before hand. Cant wait to try more!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №68
Rating: 5
Absolutely divine. Just wish there were bigger portions so you could have a full meal of it and that it wasn t quite as expensive. But it was a great experience overall and the staff was wonderful.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №69
Rating: 5
Me and my wife went on a Friday afternoon. The food was really good. The drinks were also great. We had Miranda taking care of us and she was fantastic as well. It s small shareable plates and they are not your normal dishes. We was enjoying so much I usually take pictures but I forgot because it was so enjoyable . We will be going again to try some other dishes and drinks we didn t get this visit.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №70
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №71
Rating: 5
This place was amazing. First time here and we let the waiter chose our 3 small plates. The creativity, presentation and flavors were amazing. And the wait staff was on point. Definitely a repeat location.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №72
Rating: 5
This was my favorite meal I ve had this year. Me and my boyfriend shared five courses and each one was so detailed, thoughtfully planned, and delicious. Everyone there was so friendly and accommodating. We wish we lived closer to experience this food more often, but we are super excited for the Dallas location and hope it will have just as much love as the one in McKinney.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №73
Rating: 5
Beautiful restaurant, amazing staff, and even better food! Love the small plate concept, and everything they do comes out perfect! Beautiful looking and tasting drinks and great prices!! Love Rye!!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №74
Rating: 5
I love tapas restaurants and Rye does not disappoint! Love the ambiance of the place too
Date: 3 years ago
Review №75
Rating: 5
Ive lived in DFW for nearly 17 years, and been to many local restaurants. This might be the best food Ive had since Ive lived here, and thats saying something!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №76
Rating: 5
Delicious as always
Date: 3 years ago
Review №77
Rating: 5
wonderful cocktails in an intimate environment
Date: 3 years ago
Review №78
Rating: 4
The food was good, but the portions are very small. I guess the focus is more on the alcohol than the food here? The entree plates were more like appetizers. Again, good food, just beware before you enter that youll have to order several dinner dishes to actually have a regular-sized meal.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №79
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №80
Rating: 3
I took my wife here recently based simply on all the glowing reviews it has on Google / Yelp. It was alright, but I felt obligated to post a review as I definitely dont see any reason this place should have such a high review. The food was good, but for the price- it wasnt that great. If Im going to pay top dollar to be seated in a small restaurant at a table so small Im constantly having to watch that I dont knock my drink off of it- with small portions- I expect the food to be flawless. It was not. It was good, but overpriced. Examples- The pork belly lollipops- delicious, but 2 out of the 5 or 6 pieces we got were inedible fat chunks, pure fat. The other pieces had some fat, but some meat- which is expected for pork belly, but Im not paying premium for pork fat. We got the large Charcuterie board, and it was good, but the cheddar tasted like it was old, like we got some edges of a piece that set uncovered and dried out- I notified the kitchen of this, they were un-phased. At any rate, the food was good, but again, for the price and the portion size (small plates) it was less than I expected, based on the current reviews. The service was decent as well, maybe that I would give 4/5 stars if I could rate separately, but 3 sums the experience up for me nicely.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №81
Rating: 5
Absolutely amazing! The staff was INCREDIBLY knowledgeable. They explained everything about each course and timed it perfectly. Our server, affectionately known as Sweet Baby Angel Daegs, walked us through everything amazingly. The bartender Fhat feisty redhead (Heather) made us a few of her specialty cocktails and they were AMAZING. Everything we tried was fantastic.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №82
Rating: 4
The service was good, the waitstaff were all friendly and knowledgeable. I felt that the food was a little too pricey, but it was all pretty tasty. The cocktails looked amazing and better than most. This was a fun place and would suggest it if you had a special night out. It is one of the FEW small plates restaurants in DFW, so that gives it an edge!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №83
Rating: 5
One of the best restaurants I have ever had the pleasure to dine. The charcuterie board is to die for. The cocktails are unique and flavorful. And there are hardly any words I can use to describe the food. Delicious is just not enough......Do yourself a favor and dine at this restaurant. You will thank yourself for days!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №84
Rating: 5
Excellent and creative plates
Date: 3 years ago
Review №85
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №86
Rating: 5
I really love this restaurant. They always treat you really well, especially so when you done there for a special reason (our anniversary). There is not something like a bad dish and the cocktails are always innovative, without being ridiculously sweet, which seems to be the new norm these days.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №87
Rating: 5
Simply put - Wow. From the beginning to the end, my husband and I had an absolutely spectacular visit at Rye. It started with us having a mix up about the day of our reservation (our mistake). The wait staff expertly handled the situation and seated us within minutes regardless. I loved the cozy ambiance and lively chatter throughout the establishment. Our waiter Daegan was very kind and described our dishes in perfect detail (as did one of the owners, Taylor, who came by periodically to check on us). Then comes the food, mind you these are small plates style dishes so we found sharing is ideal. We ordered the charcuterie board, the pork belly lollipops, and the Vaca frita tacos. My gosh everything was absolutely amazing. The pork belly was melt in your mouth.. the flavor of the tacos was outstanding. Coming from Charlottesville, VA which has a plethora of fantastic restaurants, Rye has been our best restaurant experience since we ve lived in Texas. We will most certainly be returning and spread the word about this gem. Thank you Taylor and Daegan for a 5-star experience!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №88
Rating: 4
Rye is delicious, and I ultimately would recommend for 1 visit! The venue is rather cramp, and surprisingly small. While in some regards a detriment, the small venue also adds to the family style ambiance Rye wants to maintain. The rotating tasting menu is perfect to share amongst a small group, but many of the dishes frankly end up tasting the same, with minimal meaningful varience between each course. Overall its worth visiting once, but Im not confident Ill be back again.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №89
Rating: 5
This isn t just the best restaurant in DFW, it s the best restaurant I ve been to in the United States. And it s priced a fair bit lower than a lot of other places I ve been! I really can t recommend it highly enough.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №90
Rating: 5
Outstanding small plate experience. Will be back many times.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №91
Rating: 4
Great atmosphere and excellent wait staff. Food was trendy and very well presented. Great addition to McKinney dining.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №92
Rating: 3
It s a good place and good food but it was bit expensive for me.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №93
Rating: 3
Interesting experience, but been there, done that says all that is needed.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №94
Rating: 5
I have never felt compelled to write a review on here before, but my wife and I had such an incredible meal at Rye that I wanted to do anything I could to get the word out! There is both high art and cutting edge science being concocted in their kitchen, and the amount of love and attention to flavor detail left us floored. We started with the watermelon crudo, and it was an unexpected favorite. Smoky, beautiful, and is going to haunt my dreams for a while. We followed that with a mushroom medley, some duck, short rib, and Cajun red fish. Again, every one of these was a curated experience that would have been one of the best things wed ever tasted on their own. Together, it was a pretty unforgettable culinary journey. In short, everyone owes it to themselves to hit this place up before they realize theyre not charging enough!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №95
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №96
Rating: 5
This is a tough review. And its only just cause I cant truly capture in words the aesthetic of the menu selections and the cozy ambiance. The menu is thoughtful, balanced and plays on different cuisines that work wonderfully all while staying true to the southern feel. The chef and kitchen deserves kudos for all the great food. I had about half the menu with family and the level of food this team is putting out just makes me 100% sure that the other menu items are just as solid. Wonderful whiskey selections and a small intimate spot in downtown Mckinney makes for good times and delicious meals. Post pandemic, restaurants like these are what you want. From the first plate, I knew that I was about to be served a good meal. At the end, I can say with ease that this was one of the best, if not the best, eating experience I have ever had in Mckinney. As a chef, this dinner was inspiring and memorable. Thank you again!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №97
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №98
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №99
Rating: 5
The staff at rye are the best! Glad to keep coming back as the menu is always different the food and drink are excellent!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №100
Rating: 1
Creative dishes & Tasteless food
Date: 3 years ago
Review №101
Rating: 5
Great food, selection of beer and whiskey!!!! Met the owner who couldnt have been more friendly. If you want a unique experience, eat at Rye.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №102
Rating: 5
Always a pleasure going here!!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №103
Rating: 5
I cannot say enough good things about Rye. The location in McKinney square is easy to get to and the restaurant it self is intimate and cozy. The food is beyond amazing, anything you order you will be happy with. The staff is excellent and the owner Tanner is very kind and accommodating. If you are looking for a unique and delicious dining experience, come to Rye!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №104
Rating: 5
Love love love the experience! The food and drink were simply fantastic. The only thing I have to say is that given covid, I wish the restaurant would have complied with the guidelines and not packed the place and every table with guests given the intimate setting! We are required to make a reservation to dine there anyway.. I would go there again and again but perhaps after the covid situationis more under control.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №105
Rating: 5
Awesome small plate dishes with amazing flavors
Date: 3 years ago
Review №106
Rating: 5
Fantastic food and service. The beet and bleat lasagna, pork belly lollipops, and steak dish were all so delicious. Rounded off our meal with homemade pandan ice cream and the peanut butter jelly thyme dessert. Wonderful evening as we celebrated our last night of just the two of us before our first baby arrives.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №107
Rating: 5
The new rye is fantastic. Everything we tried was fantastic. Our favorites were the lasagna, steak, and pork belly lollipops. They all had fancier names than that, but I cant remember them. Each had a fantastic flavor and were very unique. Definitely want to go back to try more from rye!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №108
Rating: 5
This place right here! Wow! What a small little gem. The food was absolutely incredible. This was our first time to dine but definitely not our last.
Date: 3 years ago
Review №109
Rating: 5
Hands Down the best tasting food in Collin County. Sampled nearly everything on our vist. Each dish was unique and delicious for its own reasons. Dont miss out!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №110
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №111
Rating: 5
One of our favorites! Great food, great service, and we love the creativity. The menu is always changing and we love to see what they create!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №112
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №113
Rating: 5
Absolutely amazing food!
Date: 3 years ago
Review №114
Rating: 5
Date: 3 years ago
Review №115
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №116
Rating: 5
The taste and the experience of the meal were wonderful. We had a melon salad, a vegetarian lasagna with a fresh take, cactus, and shrimp and grits. Each plate was exceptional and creative.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №117
Rating: 5
Such a lovely and cozy atmosphere. The food was beyond anything I had expected. So delicious and unique. The staff and owner were so very kind and took such great care of us. I cant wait to take everyone here. Save room for dessert too....just wow. New favorite.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №118
Rating: 5
I thought different servers gave a different experience. Id like to go there when the most pro people are working. Knock your socks off drinks. Sure, everywhere in this area is good. But this is a clear cut above. Outstanding taste and mouth feel. Unique combinations that add just an extra hint of complexity that makes you aware of the food and experience. The food. Was just. Outstanding. Really and truly the only way to have a perfect experience like this is to live in like NY, LA, Chi because they just get a supply that local sourcing can only get close to. Given that, the quality, presence, and experience makes me want to go back often and bring a preferred guest. I want to meet the owner/executive chef behind the mastery. This place could get you to eat if you werent hungry. Could get you acute and aware if youre just meandering and zoned out. Could impress you days later. And make you want to go back to that restaurant when youre just eating food at another place.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №119
Rating: 5
What a great find for tasty bites and cocktails. The queso stuffed wagyu burgers, corn-ucopia, and cacio a pepe were amazing! Finish with the coconut panna cotta.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №120
Rating: 5
EVERYTHING is amazing on the menu!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №121
Rating: 5
Excellent food. Love the staff. Theyre always very professional and genuinely excited about their product. The Cacio e pepe is incredible amongst other stellar dishes. Love the rotating menu to keep things fresh and how they locally source their food and drinks. My fav McKinney restaurant.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №122
Rating: 5
Beautifully created fine dining dishes for a reasonable price.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №123
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №124
Rating: 5
Top notch, innovative cuisine and cocktails! Always a pleasure.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №125
Rating: 3
Date: 4 years ago
Review №126
Rating: 5
We just bought a couple of jars of their amazing cocktail cherries. Really delicious, thanks!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №127
Rating: 5
Amazing food & great people
Date: 4 years ago
Review №128
Rating: 5
I ve eaten at Rye a couple times since I was visiting McKinney from Canada. The food is phenomenal, the staff are amazing, and the restaurant has a great atmosphere. I would come down from Canada just to eat here!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №129
Rating: 5
Best service!! Authentic French toast, better than any American version I ve ever had. Super unique menu with awesome twists on dishes u have seen before. Cute atmosphere in a great location on the downtown historic McKinney square!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №130
Rating: 5
Best food in McKinney
Date: 4 years ago
Review №131
Rating: 3
Date: 4 years ago
Review №132
Rating: 5
This place is supply amazing... excellent food and nice atmosphere
Date: 4 years ago
Review №133
Rating: 4
Very interesting menu. Choose to share as each dish is designed for two.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №134
Rating: 5
Phenomenal, purposeful gourmet fare served by a very friendly and attentive staff. Rye strikes the perfect balance for a unique, low key dining experience perfect for any evening you want to make special. Everything I ve had so far, about 16 different small plates over the past few months, has been fantastic. And oh the craft cocktails...
Date: 4 years ago
Review №135
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №136
Rating: 5
Amazing drinks, even better food, cozy environment, great people. As a visitor from Cali, this was a great experience to get a taste of Texas.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №137
Rating: 4
Date: 4 years ago
Review №138
Rating: 5
Delicious as always!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №139
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №140
Rating: 5
Good lunch special
Date: 4 years ago
Review №141
Rating: 5
Thankfully the other place that we originally intended to go to could not accommodate us. Why? Because it allowed us to give Rye a try, and we can confidently state that this has been the best dinner weve had since moving to Texas 7 months ago. Locally sourced ingredients, very extensive whiskey/bourbon menu with some international selections, and something that most places lack.....the ability to build excitement about the menu options either by reading about them on the menu or hearing the waiter describe them. And, the kitchen does not disappoint - every single dish was not only beautifully presented, but the marriage of flavors and textures made each dish unbelievably delicious. Charred cauliflower with pistachios and pomegranate, with some delicious drizzle did not disappoint. Tacos were the bomb. But the star of the show are the short ribs. Well, the other stars of the show are the wait staff, especially our waiter Daegan who was not only attentive, but described each dish and its preparation with such character that we were anxiously awaiting the next course. Also, was very impressed to see such a young man make some very impressive bourbon suggestions based on my personal drinking preferences (neat, rocks, mixer). Do yourself a favor and get to Rye immediately.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №142
Rating: 5
A variation of mangu con los tres golpes. A Korean style rice bowl. Bourbon French toast pre-soaked in melted ice cream. What was essentially a complex chocolate martini and a mimosa. The offerings here are complex, ever changing (their menu is changed regularly), and most importantly, delicious. A bit pricey but its refreshing to eat and pay for such a quality brunch every once in a while.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №143
Rating: 5
Ok, our visit was a Super Wow!!! Ive had nice meals from Seattle, New York, Toronto and Paris and can differentiate sophisticated and complex plates. Our multiple course dinner on Valentines Day 2020 was unbelievable. The rounds included: lamb tartare, grilled peach burrata salad an amazing shrimp and grits, tenderloin and tallow potatoes and delicate strawberry meringue desert. The recommended wine pairings were perfect (loved the vine verde from Portugal)! I forgot to mention the cheese and charcuterie (with most items made at Rye) was an absolute adventure! Heather, our server, was excellent. She was attentive, super fun, and complemented our experience nicely. The ambiance was quaint and attractive. We cant wait to return! Well done Team Rye...this was our first impression and we had a blast!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №144
Rating: 5
Delicious food great staff
Date: 4 years ago
Review №145
Rating: 3
A small little restaurant reminiscent of a bouchon lyonnais, in terms of decor. The ambiance inside was not very fancy (concrete floors, random & rustic wall decor, plain, small wood tables and chairs- plan to be seated close by other diners) but we were excited for some delicious tapas-style small plates to share- a concept that we love. Service was very good- all staff were super friendly and the pacing of dishes was good. The flavors were also very good but unfortunately the portion size was absolutely unacceptable and is the reason for 3 stars. My husband and I shared 4 small plates, 2 drinks each and spent $110, but we left with empty tummies and ended up eating leftover pizza when we got home. $17 for the rabbit ravioli- we received 3 raviolis (2 inch, round ravioli), so we each ate 1 and a half raviolis! I wanted to love this place after reading all their great reviews but they definitely need to reconsider the portion size of their dishes if they are marketing them as shareable. We will stick to our favorite tapas restaurant in Plano for small plates.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №146
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №147
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №148
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №149
Rating: 5
Went to their Pacific Northwest Dinner with wine pairing and was blown away. The food was incredible and extremely well thought out. Theyre knowledgeable about where their food comes from and how to cook it. Back again for brunch and was not disappointed.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №150
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №151
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №152
Rating: 4
Date: 4 years ago
Review №153
Rating: 5
Quality not quantity. Very cleaned with the service and food. One of those few places you say wow with every plate. Will definitely be back.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №154
Rating: 5
Amazing restaurant. Don t forget to buy a beer for the cooks.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №155
Rating: 5
A quaint eatery with excellent food and service.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №156
Rating: 5
Lovely place with rich and fun menu. Outstanding wait staff and crafty drinks. Fresh and fun! Alex is so cool
Date: 4 years ago
Review №157
Rating: 5
The food and the drinks here were exceptional.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №158
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №159
Rating: 5
The Cacio e Pepe is amazing
Date: 4 years ago
Review №160
Rating: 5
Have not been back since the owner change and I am happy to note that it is better! We had lunch here during the holidays and the new menu is great. Farm to table scratch kitchen sandwiches and food. In Box served in a classic lunch box with kettle chips, horseradish pickles and a side (Gouda Mac n cheese is delicious!) and a perfect sized sandwich that is delicious. Out of the box is full sandwich only. Good bourbon and ale selection, great service and people. It is limited tables so seating if busy could be a wait but worth it. The BLT I had was spot in with thick slices of bacon and fresh tomatoes and greens. We now wish to try the small plate share dinner soon!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №161
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №162
Rating: 5
Amazing food. Amazing experience - Heather was the best. Let the chef decide your dishes!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №163
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №164
Rating: 4
Food is delicious, space is tight.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №165
Rating: 5
Great food and great drinks!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №166
Rating: 5
The food is amazing here! Everything we tried was delicious and the staff was helpful and friendly. You ll want to come back multiple times so you can try all of the stuff on the menu!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №167
Rating: 4
Very tasty and unique food and drinks
Date: 4 years ago
Review №168
Rating: 5
Date: 4 years ago
Review №169
Rating: 1
For what you get is very expensive. Fish tasted very burn and the size of the desserts were so small that you couldn t even see the brownies.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №170
Rating: 3
Dont believe the hype. Rye is good and does have good drinks, but it isnt the end all restaurant thats worth the wait. The tapas idea of smaller plates to share is nice, but it certainly doesnt make for a great value proposition (youll easily spend $40-50 per person if you want to fill up). Some items are good, but others, such as the ribeye tacos are so salty that you cant enjoy the flavor. If you are hungry, go somewhere else. If you want to sample several different flavors and have good drinks, this is fine.
Date: 4 years ago
Review №171
Rating: 5
Such a pleasant atmosphere and the staff very informative and friendly. The food was out of this world! I loved the blue cheesecake and the smoked trout. I can t wait to have them again in the near future!!!
Date: 4 years ago
Review №172
Rating: 4
Date: 4 years ago
Review №173
Rating: 1
Date: 4 years ago
Review №174
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №175
Rating: 4
Good food, tight quarters and our male server was horrible. The female servers seemed awesome, but ours was not.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №176
Rating: 5
A incredible sensation of complex flavors and textures. A must experience for a clean handmade crafted cuisine. The chicken biscuits are an explosion of smoky crispy buttery without being greasy or burnt. The flaming beef tacos are exquisite warming blasts of yum. The trout is meaty delicate wild flavor with creamy couscous. The Brussels are mild with clean crisp textures and a refreshing slightly fruity kick. The forest floor is incredible. A robust mushroom medley with a light frothy kale foam with moss! The best dessert is without a doubt the cheese cake. Worth a mention the smores are redolent of childhood camping treats with all hand made ingredients.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №177
Rating: 5
Excellent couples night out location. Food was eclectic and interesting, shared plates with my wife so we could sample a variety. Brussel Sprouts 2 ways were outstanding. Scallops were cooked perfectly and flavorful, Tamale was good. Wait staff and music fit perfectly into this funky vibe little bistro. Thanks, we will be back.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №178
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №179
Rating: 5
Awesome Sunday brunch & great service
Date: 5 years ago
Review №180
Rating: 5
Always a great experience
Date: 5 years ago
Review №181
Rating: 5
Incredible place. The food is amazing.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №182
Rating: 5
Rye did not disappoint! I spent years in fine dining so I know how difficult it can be to deliver on every level and Rye succeeded. The food was spectacular, the service sublime and the environment was comfortable and not-stuffy. It would make for an enjoyable date night but my sister and I enjoyed our visit just as well. We ordered a variety of dishes and there were all incredible and full of flavor! My sister loved the Cacio E Pepe so much so she got another order to go to take home to her husband! The Hatch Green Chili Meatball (special item) was my favorite but there was nothing that I would not recommend! It is not a large restaurant so make sure to reserve in advance if you want to go on a peak night!
Date: 5 years ago
Review №183
Rating: 4
Date: 5 years ago
Review №184
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №185
Rating: 5
Absolutely exquisite dishes. Each and every plate we ordered had a complex flavor profile that set off fireworks of joy in our taste buds. Whether your vegetarian or omnivore, you will love what Rye offers: a satisfying culinary experience like no other we ve had in North Texas. Drinks are also unique and soothing. Fantastic staff who really care that their customers have a wonderful dining experience.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №186
Rating: 5
Rye is absolutely phenomenal. Their ability to pair foods is off the charts. My fianceé and I enjoyed scallops and pork belly lollipops. The food was served quickly and it was eaten even faster. The char on the pork belly was incredibly delicious. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I highly recommend trying this quaint restaurant. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation. We will definitely be coming back the next time we are in McKinney.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №187
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №188
Rating: 4
Tiny little place!! Food was great, nice twist on a tapas like restaurant. Drinks are just ok. Its a great girls night out place.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №189
Rating: 5
Excellent food, amazing environment!! Personable visit to the table by Taylor and an all-around epic dinner. Joseph s dinner and drink recommendations were spot-on and the service was fast and friendly. We ll be back!
Date: 5 years ago
Review №190
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №191
Rating: 5
It s one of the most amazing food experiences and service I ve had in a long time ! The Scallops and Venison leg was over the top ! Delicious ! Katherine our Server and host was so knowledgeable and attentive ! We can t wait for our next dining experience here !
Date: 5 years ago
Review №192
Rating: 5
Great food, great drinks, excellent service. The chicken biscuits were killer and the dessert was phenomenal. Highly recommend!
Date: 5 years ago
Review №193
Rating: 5
Great selection of whiskey and a knowledgeable staff.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №194
Rating: 5
We went for dinner Tuesday night and had a wonderful date night. It was a cozy little place that was bustling and had a warm and gracious staff. We were seated by one of the owners. He came back later to check on us. Everything was so goodcandcwe were so impressed. That we bought beers forvthe kitchen. (Its a thoughtful menu item and we loved that we could express our appreciation to the people that made our food) The food was absolutely delicious. We had the tacos. They had won some kind of award and we can see why. They were perfectly done. The handmade yolk pasta was simple perfection. And the beef bracciole w black garlic was tender and flavorful. Katherine, the bar manager waited on us and was darling. She was very knowledgable about all the bourbons and ryes and gave us a lot of information. Tues nights u can get a smaller pour for half price and we tried some that we hadnt had before. Our whole evening was perfect and we could hear the others sitting around us enjoying ther food and drinks as well. The cocktail menu was to die for and we are going back next week to try it. You wont be disappointed.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №195
Rating: 5
Great campari cocktail for negoni week! And the caccio e pepe was extremely flavorful, though the pasta-to-sauce ratio could have been higher; I think of CeP as a dryer dish--but the flavor was great. Also the Japanese elote was superb. Atmosphere was great, too; intimate but exuberant, without being too loud for conversation. Prob best for 2 or on ones own at the bar, as I was. Staff friendly and expert w/o being supercilious or or obsequious: hardworking and devoted to taste and flavor.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №196
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №197
Rating: 5
I hesitate to share this place as Im afraid I wont be able to get in when it gets out how amazing this place is. Every mouthful was an gastronomic experience from the charcuterie to dessert. The drinks were inventive and delicious. Our server Heather was a professional. Highly recommend.
Date: 5 years ago
Review №198
Rating: 5
Great service
Date: 5 years ago
Review №199
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago
Review №200
Rating: 5
Date: 5 years ago