McKay's

Name: McKay's
Address: 3540 South Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90007
Telephone: (213) 743-4111
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.8

3.8

206 Reviews

$30 and under

Californian

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Pre-game, post-game, no game, McKay's is the perfect choice for a meal to enjoy some of L.A.'s finest food and good cheer with friends. Created in the winning tradition of a warm and friendly destination to celebrate a victory or prepare for the big game, McKay's lives and breathes the heritage and championship atmosphere of one of the game's greatest personalities.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Daily 6:30 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 743-4111
Website
http://mckays.usc.edu/
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Keith Shutta
Private party facilities
McKay’s at the USC Hotel is the on property restaurant for hotel guests servingbreakfast, lunch and dinner. The Trophy Room, McKay’s privatedining room, is an excellent choice for groups with up to 40 guests. McKay’s Lounge is also available for private events and can accommodate up to 100 guests. For event request- email private.events@usc.edu
Private party contact
Jessica Ayala: (213) 740-5956

Location
3540 South Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Exposition
Parking details
Parking is enforced & regulated by the University of Southern California Transportation Department. A daily parking pass of $12 can be obtained by the parking attendant Monday-Friday from 6a.m. to 8p.m. After 8p.m. parking is permitted by the hour. An hourly parking pass can be obtained at the machine located on the 1st floor of the structure.
Public transit
Expo Line - Jefferson/USC Station & Expo Park/USC Station<br />
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Take Three*$10.00
Three eggs any style with McKay's breakfast potatoes or hash browns, choice of thick cut smoked bacon, chicken apple sausage, or ham steak & toast or English muffin
Omelets Your Way*$10.00
Three eggs folded with your choice of ingredients served with McKay's breakfast potatoes or hash browns. Mushrooms, Spinach, Onions, Peppers, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese, Ham, Bacon, Chicken, Apple Sausage
Smoked Turkey Hash*$13.00
Served with two eggs any style, choice of toast or English muffin
Breakfast Burrito$10.00
Scrambled eggs, chicken sausage, hash browns & cheddar cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla. Served with avocado & salsa
Malted Pancakes$9.00
Three malted pancakes served with whipped butter & maple syrup
Malted Waffle$9.00
A crispy malted waffle served with whipped butter & maple syrup
Huevos Rancheros$11.00
Two cage-free eggs cooked to order, black beans, Spanish rice, cotija cheese & salsa fresca, served with crispy corn tortillas

Healthy Choices

Steel Cut Oats$8.00
Irish oatmeal served with brown sugar and berries
Granola Parfait*$7.00
yogurt, honey nut granola & seasonal fruit and berries
Fruit Plate*$8.00
A sliced selection of fruit, berries and grapes
Salmon Lox Plate*$10.00
Smoked salmon sliced thin with hard cooked egg, capers, red onion & sliced tomato. Served with bagel & cream cheese

Beverages

Juice

Fresh Squeezed Orange
Grapefruit
Cranberry
Apple
Tomato

Coffee

Peet's Regular$3.00
Decaf Coffee$3.00
Tea - Mighty Leaf$3.00

Coffee Bar

Doubles add $2

Espresso$2.00
Cappuccino$4.00
Latte$4.00
Mocha$4.00

What 206 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.8

3.8 based on all time ratings

3.7Food
3.9Service
3.7Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

206 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience3
The food quality and selection was poor to say the least. Prime rib was not of the best quality (fatty) and the rest of the foot was average bar food. Expected more for the price - $50.
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JonathanO
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We eat at McKay's when we come into town every few months. The food is good quality and the service is always great. We were celebrating a birthday and they did a fantastic job with limited staffing even though the main dining area wasn't open. I was impressed.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Always enjoy my time at McKay’s. The food is delicious and service is great. McKay’s should consider giving more or larger pieces of fish in their Fish n Chips Lunch. One received 3 very small pieces. Other menu portions are appropriate.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent & Friendly service. Perfect for any USC Event.
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ErinL
Los Angeles
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
This is definitely a hotel restaurant. When you are expecting that - it is totally solid. We had a fantastic waiter (Scott) who took care of us the entire time. Food was solid. Nothing creative but just About anything you could want for breakfast. Price point was fairly typical of a hotel restaurant. Overall - a good experience. I can see how reviews have been up and down based on service. But I want to be clear that we had a great server !
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HeatherG
Sacramento
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience2
This place is sadly so disappointing. It could be such a great gathering spot as the location is great. It’s slow and confusing. I thought it was just a staff shortage problem but no one seems to know who is doing what. Food very average. Drinks very average. If you have LOTS of time to wait around. USC - please do better. Trojan families need more good options like this. This place misses the mark every time.
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AmyK
Minneapolis
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always wonderful service! Love the convenience to the USC Hotel and the campus. Friendly staff.
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MelH
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Menu is quite limited. Wine and beer selection is OK
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Groupof6
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
The service was very poor. Had to wait a long time for one of our food (Salmon salad) that we asked to be cooked since it came out rear. Also, the server was rude, when we asked for the dessert menu, he commented, "we do not have a dessert menu, we only have two desserts and I am very busy".
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PaulO
San Diego
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Decent burgers and fries. Seemed to be a frozen patty is my only criticism Great friendly service. Convenient to USC activities.
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LeonardoC
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
I like the restaurant and would not hesitate to bring my friends there.
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GenslerAssoc
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great location to have a business lunch if you're in and around USC. The wait service was terrific.
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DebP
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Good after work or late lunch place
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AdriaC
Los Angeles
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall3food2service3ambience4
My first time visiting food restaurant on Yelp taking my friends daughter and friend to breakfast while on their spring break. Made reservations for 4 never was told because it's USC game you must order from the buffet not a great experience as the buffet was a joke. The waitress was nice enough to ask manager for regular menu so I could order something that I could eat also for my young son. Not sure I will dine here again will see.
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HelenofTroy
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was pleasantly surprised at how good the breakfast was. For $10 we got a good sized portion of what was ordered so it was very reasonably priced. Our server Ana was very personable, friendly, and answered our questions regarding menu items. She was also very efficient in bringing our food and taking care of our needs. We all enjoyed our breakfast immensely and would definitely go back.
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Paul
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Really nice birthday dinner for my teenage daughter. The staff made an extra effort to make the night special for her.
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LesR
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
our “Go To” place whenever we’re on campus at USC, which is frequent.
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N2Food
Los Angeles
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were thrilled to find a reasonably priced restaurant downtown near the show we were going to. The server could not have been nicer or more accommodating and each of us was absolutely delighted with our orders. My daughter had a divine bolognaise pasta, I had a delicious chipotle glazed salmon with a yummy avocado-pineapple salsa, and my husband's creative sandwich was so big he took half home. We found the parking a bit confusing--the entrance is right after the hotel, and you have to keep going up until you reach the metered spaces. (Also note that the directions say it's in the Radisson, but it's now the USC Hotel.)
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LoriH
San Francisco
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience2
It was ok. A hotel restaurant with over cooked food. Too much like an old hotel from the 70s. The service was really nice.
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CourtneyA
Boise
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2019
overall2food1service3ambience3
We had dinner at McKay’s on Friday night and it was great! We thought the breakfast buffet would be just as good if not better!! For $20/person it was more like an over priced continental breakfast at a hotel. Cold food, rock hard cinnamon roles, and a disappointing selection. Nothing about it was even warm and I would have rather had the option for more pastries or pancakes/waffles versus a chicken broth soup for the chef’s special on the buffet. The staff were very friendly and the restaurant is clean and well decorated but I would not recommend this buffet to anyone!
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EllieF
Los Angeles
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 31, 2019
overall2food2service4ambience3
First time to McKay’s. We chose it because it was in between for a friend from Westchester and me from Pasadena. I decided to take the train because the website said the station was on the corner of Figueroa and Expo. Not. Really pretty underwhelming. The signage is poor so it’s really easy to pass it (and not so easy to turn around). Parking is nonexistent except in hotel garage. Food was OK to inedible. My fish and chips were OK but missing something green like coleslaw that usually accompanies it in most restaurants. Tons of fries though. My friend had rigatoni that looked dry and she didn’t eat. To their credit they removed her dish from the bill and did offer to bring her something else (which she declined). On the plus side it was quiet (very few people in there) and clean. If average is what you’re after it’ll be OK for you. Otherwise, drive a little further into downtown where there are better choices.
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WendyW
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
First time trying out McKay's for lunch. The food and service were good. The decor is a little underwhelming, but clean.
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WeezyC
Los Angeles
31 reviews
vip
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2019
overall3food2service4ambience3
The food just isn't that good!! Our server was sweet and attentive and the prices are more then fair
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GailM
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I initially chose McKay's for a business lunch because I needed to meet someone who was staying downtown and I was coming in from Orange County. It was a great choice as he was able to get there easily using Uber and it was right off the Harbor Freeway and I could miss the downtown crush. Besides being a great place for a business lunch, the food was exceptional. I had an Asian-style Ahi salad which had some interesting spins and tasted great. The waitress was very attentive. Thanks!
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USCMuncher
Los Angeles
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience3
We shared a crab/mango salad. It had minimum dressing so we found the salad with minimal flavor. We were not happy about the salad and gave our feedback to the waiter. I thought my order of Fish & Chips was ok. The potatoes were excellent but I felt the fish was somewhat limited. Maybe there should have been more fish or a vegetable added to plate. My friend was not thrilled about her rib meal maybe because not enough meat. I thought rib meat was delicious with too much potatoes. This dish also needed a vegetable. I'm sure McKay's does better with burgers and sandwiches.
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Doto
Los Angeles
132 reviews
vip
2.0
132 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2019
overall2food2service1ambience2
Even though there were regular seating tables available, they sat us in lounge seating. This made it somewhat difficult to eat. Waiter was slow to arrive, and even slower to take our full order. Waited over 30 minutes after placing order for any food to arrive, and appetizer arrived with regular entrees rather than beforehand. Food was average, and most items were very salty. About the only good thing about this place was the parking, which we should have just stayed in, as parking near the Shrine Auditorium was extremely expensive and traffic was horrid.
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SoCalTraveler
Los Angeles
78 reviews
vip
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent choice when attending events at USC. Convenient to Galen Center. Good food, fair prices, and great service.
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Linda
Los Angeles
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the grilled chicken sandwich.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2018
overall4food3service3ambience3
Food is okay, nothing to rave about. Great choice if staying at the Radisson.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2018
overall3food3service4ambience2
Good service, but food was just so-so. My grilled chicken sandwich was devoid of chicken.
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tomcatter
Los Angeles
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a few friends in town and decided to give McKay's a try. We grew up in the area in the 70's and are big USC fans. The memorabilia, artwork adorned the restaurant and added to the vibe. The food was excellent; short rib hash, Burger was fresh, served on brioche bun. We will be back again.
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WadeD
New Orleans
62 reviews
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience3
Went there because it was close to the hotel. Not sure why the bad reviews. Food was good. Service was quick and friendly. No wait, and not many people there at 8pm on a Sat night.
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troygirl
Los Angeles
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience5
This is a great place, especially if you're a football fan. Lots of USC memorabilia from John McKay era. Food is very good, menu features a good variety of items. Bar area is hopping in the evenings when sports are televised on big screen TVs in bar. It's not easy to get a table for dinner during football game days so plan ahead.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Family night out to concert at shrine
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Scot
Orange County
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2018
overall4food4service3ambience5
Make a reservation - especially if you are planning to dine before or after an event at the Galen Center. People are very nice there and food is good. Service is slow (including bringing the check) on game days as they try to juggle everyone trying to eat and get out at the same time. As long as you understand this going in, you will have a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience and be on your way in time to take the 2 minute walk to the Galen Center entrance and get to your seats.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2018
overall1food1service4ambience2
Very convenient location if you are at USC for any event. Wait staff were very attentive and accurate. Sadly, though, we had both dinner and breakfast there and both were not good. Dinner was literally terrible, other than the asparagus, breakfast was not as bad, but still not good. Bright side? Full bar.
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scotusc
Orange County
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience4
I remember McKay's as having a better menu with more steakhouse entrees, as opposed to sandwiches. There was a filet on the menu as well as a pesto fettuccine, but otherwise the menu seems more like The Lab (a few doors down). The wine "list" makes you feel like you are in the Midwest. This is California, and a nice restaurant needs to have more than one selection of each varietal and also needs to have some mid to upper level wines. This looked like wines that someone picked up from the local grocery store. The historical photos on the walls and the nice ambiance still make this a nice place to visit - but plan to bring your own wine and pay whatever the corkage is - because that's the only way you will be satisfied with your wine selection.
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Anonomous
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
1.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2017
overall1food1service4ambience3
Steak salad had thinnest filet on the salad. It looked like a minute steak. No taste. No one in Restaurant.
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StephanieC
Los Angeles
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great location and atmosphere to go and catch up with friends, have dinner with family, or just have a nice meal. I loved the service and food. I will definitely come back.
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LoriH
San Diego
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2017
overall3food2service4ambience3
Usually we go here for happy hour and would still highly recommend that, dinner...not so much. They were out of the daily soup special (clam chowder) at 7:45, not good planning. The dining room menu is over priced when you compare to what you can get in the bar. Also, the dining room was freezing. Go for happy hour, but save you money for another choice if you’re going for a nice dinner .
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FAQs

McKay's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 743-4111.

McKay's is rated 3.8 stars by 206 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

3540 South Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Additional information

Cross street
Exposition
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Daily 6:30 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is enforced & regulated by the University of Southern California Transportation Department. A daily parking pass of $12 can be obtained by the parking attendant Monday-Friday from 6a.m. to 8p.m. After 8p.m. parking is permitted by the hour. An hourly parking pass can be obtained at the machine located on the 1st floor of the structure.
Public transit
Expo Line - Jefferson/USC Station & Expo Park/USC Station
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Keith Shutta
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://mckays.usc.edu/
Phone number
(213) 743-4111
Private party facilities
McKay’s at the USC Hotel is the on property restaurant for hotel guests servingbreakfast, lunch and dinner. The Trophy Room, McKay’s privatedining room, is an excellent choice for groups with up to 40 guests. McKay’s Lounge is also available for private events and can accommodate up to 100 guests. For event request- email private.events@usc.edu
Private party contact
Jessica Ayala: (213) 740-5956

McKay's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Breakfast Buffet

Scrambled Eggs

Breakfast Potatoes

Chicken Apple Sausage

Applewood Smoked Bacon

Oatmeal Bar

Fresh Fruit & Berries

Yogurt Parfait Bar

Assorted Fresh Baked Pastries

Assorted Fresh Baked Pastries

French Toast Casserole

Main

Take Three*$10.00

Omelets Your Way*$10.00

Smoked Turkey Hash*$13.00

Breakfast Burrito$10.00

Malted Pancakes$9.00

Malted Waffle$9.00

Huevos Rancheros$11.00

Healthy Choices

Steel Cut Oats$8.00

Granola Parfait*$7.00

Fruit Plate*$8.00

Salmon Lox Plate*$10.00

Beverages

Juice

Fresh Squeezed Orange

Grapefruit

Cranberry

Apple

Tomato

Coffee

Peet's Regular$3.00

Decaf Coffee$3.00

Tea - Mighty Leaf$3.00

Coffee Bar

Espresso$2.00

Cappuccino$4.00

Latte$4.00

Mocha$4.00

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Does McKay's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is McKay's currently accepting reservations?

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