Hugs Cafe is a fast-casual lunch destination in historic downtown McKinney. We are a non-profit social enterprise on a mission to enhance the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through training and employment. To us this is more than just a mission statement, it’s ingrained in our very soul. In everything we do, we strive to fulfill our mission and to complete our goal of changing the world one hug at a time.
Hugs Cafe offer soups, salads, sandwiches and homemade desserts. We are proud to be 80% staffed by those with special abilities.
Have you had your Hugs today?
Adults with special needs staff this non-profit serving sandwiches & salads in cozy surrounds. Based on 428 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.9 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
224 E Virginia St, McKinney, TX 75069
Phone: (469) 301-6900
Website:
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Hours
| Wednesday |
11 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–2 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday |
Closed |
| Tuesday |
11 AM–2 PM |
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Reservations: foodbooking.com
Reviews
Mengting Huang
We have had Saturday lunch at Hugs Cafe for a number of times. Love the sandwiches with their house jams the best (both peach chutney and cherry almond jam are amazing). Highly recommend the Saturday special Monte Cristo. Soups and salads are all great. Almost cannot go wrong with anything here.
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Meredith Walker
We stopped by on our way out of town for a quick lunch, and I am so glad we did. The concept behind the restaurant is amazing. The opportunities provided to their employees are wonderful. But the cherry on top was the food and service. The peach chutney was so very good, the chicken salad was delicious, and the desserts were delightful. And the service came with a smile. I wish we were closer, but we will be back.
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Melissa Stogsdill
My daughter and I stumbled on to the gem this past Saturday. We were welcomed with kindness. Staff made us feel like family.
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Travoy Harvey
Where to begin, Hugs Cafe is one of those rare finds! Walking in it feels very homey feel like stepping into Grandma’s kitchen. We were greeted by a kind host and were seated in an open area where there was plenty of light. The lunch-like menu boasted a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, soups, and tasty sweet teas to wash it all down. I ordered The Mayor which consisted of turkey, cheddar cheese, bacon, and homemade peach chutney with a side salad and caesar dressing. What I liked best was the peach chutney as it contrasted with the bacon and it was good until the last bite. If I had one complaint it would have to be they did not give me the option to toast my marble rye bread.
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saejin セジン
Wow, the food here is actually super good. This is probably my favorite joint in downtown McKinney! The grilled cheese was great, the soup was the perfect consistency and taste, and I love that each plate comes with a little hershey’s kiss. The atmosphere is very cool and the staff is super friendly. Our food came out in a timely manner which is much appreciated! I don’t go in this area often, but if I can make it in time, I would love to come back for lunch again and try something new!
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Michael Walenciak
My new favorite restaurant in McKinney. Great food and absolutely amazing service. We both loved our sandwiches and salads. The spicy and sweet pretzels are delicious. Plus their cookies are some of the best I’ve had. I can’t say enough positives about Hugs, we’ll definitely be back, I can’t believe it’s taken us this long to try it. Thanks to everyone who made our lunch experience superb today!
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Sarah U
The food here is amazing and the staff is so friendly and kind. My friends and I all tried different things and everything was so delicious! Hugs has such a welcoming environment great for all ages! I cannot recommend them enough!
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Christie Eckhardt
Great lunch place! Lots of interesting sandwiches on the menu. Had the monte cristo. Pan fried instead of deep fried. Delicious! That cherry almond jam really made my sandwich exceptional. Friendly employees. Quick service. Will definitely go back!
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Alex
Great food and customer service.
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Melanie McClendon
Right now I believe they are only open for lunch. The food is wonderful. The staff is great. I took my Dad and we just LOVED our sandwiches…he had ham and cheese on marble Rye and I had their chicken salad on marbled Rye. We definitely will be back! Keep up the good work!
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