Hugs Cafe

I ordered the Peach Gobbler sandwich. It was delicious! The peach chutney paired well with the turkey and bacon in the sandwich. I'd definitely recommend it if you want some sweetness with your sandwich.

Amazing desert. Huge portion of an excellent pecan pie!

Hugs has avery unique mission that is amazing. Not only great to support but they gave a product very worthy of the price!

We had heard about Hugs Cafe and met friends there for lunch this week. It was even better than we expected. We were greeted immediately and ushered to a table. The food and service were amazingly good. We ordered a variety of food, and I can personally recommend the delicious tuna salad sandwich and the potato salad. As we were leaving, our waitress was gracious enough to pose for a picture with us.

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.

Super efficient and friendly staff.

It is more than a beloved neighborhood cafe. They are fully committed to their mission to provide training and employment to those with disabilities.

Hugs and Downtown McKinney are a fantastic duo! 🐖❤

I can't say enough good things about this amazing organization. They not only whip up some seriously delicious sandwiches (try 'em, they're amazing!), but they also have a heart of gold. Hiring special needs employees to help them learn valuable work skills is a game-changer.

And let's talk cookies! The wedding cookies are pure bliss. 🍪 It's like a sweet little celebration in every bite.

But here's the real cherry on top - when you visit, you're not just getting a great meal; you're making a new friend and getting a warm, heartwarming hug. Now, that's the kind of dining experience that leaves you with a smile from ear to ear. 😊

So, if you're in Downtown McKinney and craving some great food and even greater company, hugs is where it's at! 🎉🥪🤗#soldbyLucie Great place to meet a client

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!

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!

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.

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.
What sets Hugs Cafe apart is they are a non-profit that employs adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a café setting. Overall my experience at Hugs was amazing and I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to eat tasty food and support a cause all at once.

What an amazing place! The staff was super sweet, great owners, and the food was excellent. Ciara did such a good job serving, and Chris was very helpful! I forgot the man’s name at the register, but he was super funny. Definitely recommend going to hugs for the atmosphere and food. Thanks, Hugs, for a great time!!

What a delightful experience I had today. I walked in off the street not knowing much about this restaurant but once I entered I was warmly welcomed by the wait staff. I love this place. Highly recommend the roast beef sandwich and red onion soup combo. It tasted delicious. The staff here is so accommodating and helpful!!! I will definitely be returning!!

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!

Staff are adults with "intellectual and developmental disabilities" (per their website). If this place doesn't make you happy... check your pulse!
We had 5-cheese grilled cheese and tomato basil soup. The food was great! Don't forget to pickup one of their homemade cookies.

If you have not eaten at Hugs, you are missing out on some yummy food and such caring service. This cafe is one-of-a-kind and even more special because of the people who work there. There is a lot to see and do in downtown McKinney but a visit to Hugs should be on EVERYONE'S list!

My daughter and I stumbled on to the gem this past Saturday. We were welcomed with kindness. Staff made us feel like family.
Cierra is the sweetest hostess, server you will ever meet. Ricky kept us entertained as he likes to entertain with his witty humor. All Ricky needs is a mic and a beat, he will serenade to you. The food is fresh, well made and very yummy. You have to try the Monte Cristo and Tomato Basil soup.
Hug’s is now my favorite go to on Saturday’s. See y’all next week.

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!

I love your place! Great food, service and ambiance! Not only have I been there, but I just saw you on the Kelly Clarkson Show today. I live in Dana Point, CA, but I’m from Dallas and visit my friends and family quite often. So interesting to hear your awesome story of how you started and all you are doing for those with special needs in career development. I run a NPO for marginalized adults for career development and you really touch my heart. Congrats on your success and the huge gift from Wing!!! Merry Christmas.

We love the sweet workers and staff at Hugs! They have the best attitude and some awesome food as well. We will be back often!

We were back at Hugs over Spring Break volunteering then having lunch. I can’t say enough great things about this place! The staff is amazing and the workers ALWAYS wear a smile.

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!

Fantastic food and a good cause.