Whether you're looking for a fun brunch spot, somewhere to relax with all the family or a romantic alfresco date night, these are some of the best McKinney restaurants for patio dining in Housed in a former service station hello, cool character , the popular patio is covered and can be closed in as needed when the Texas weather gets wonky. They also have misters and fans on particularly hot days, making this delicious dive an option any time of year. Local Yocal is a laid-back locale with a long, off-the-street patio that lends itself to people-watching and relaxed conversation.
The renovated former grocery warehouse invites you to absorb the culture of downtown while enjoying Texas-inspired fare such as wagyu steaks and world-class barbecue. As the name suggests, Local Yocal was designed with Texans in mind. Fun fact: the main house-turned-restaurant is a historic home originally built in Spoons Cafe in historic downtown McKinney serves breakfast all day plus delicious and filling classic comfort foods that will remind you of home.
Located one block off the square in historic downtown McKinney, Cadillac Pizza Pub has the charm of a neighborhood bar, ahh-mazing gourmet, wood-fired pizzas and some of the best live music in North Texas on Friday and Saturdays.
The Celt Irish Pub is one of historic downtown McKinney's best spots to catch live music and enjoy a whiskey. You might consider visiting The Celt for one of their upcoming Irish whiskey tastings, as well! They boast one of the best patios on McKinney square. Layered in downtown McKinney is part coffee shop, part bakery and part boutique restaurant. While many restaurants claim they produce Belgian waffles, few truly capture its dense, yet pillowy essence the way Layered does.
With the help of a Belgian waffle maker and imported sugar, Layered turns out delicious waffles, each huge and soft with the warm sugar-turned-caramel inside the batter so that syrup is unnecessary. Instead, try a sprinkle of fresh berries on top. If you're looking for breakfast and lunch on the patio, Layered is a great option. Chestnut Street McKinney. The counter-order menu has Cuban streetfood favorites like El Cubano with fresh plantain chips and braised shredded flank steak with black beans.
