Restaurants on South Padre Island
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Once again, you should know that there are many wonderful restaurants and eateries on the Island. While the below list is not complete, it'll give you an idea where to start. After you eat at a restaurant or two, why not provide some feedback about them by posting a review on our website? Just go to the RESTAURANTS tab at the top of the page, select the Restaurant's name and then look for the "Add Your Own Reviews" link to submit your reviews!
Blackbeards – the most popular restaurant on the Island with great prices and large atmosphere. Be sure to ask for the onion rings and chicken fried steak. Got a big group? Bring them here. Winter Texan Specials! Price: Moderate
Sea Ranch – waterfront dining overlooking the bay allowing both the casual and fine dining experience. Price: High
Scampi's– Premier island restaurant with Bayside dining, seafoods, fine wines, pastas, and prime meats.They usually win local shrimp festivals. Also has one of the best water views on the Island and an upstairs lounge that serves appetizers and features live lounge-style music. Price: High
The Lost Galleon Seafood Restaurant – this is a very small restaurant, sort of what you’d find in New England with its slanted roof and thin walls. However, the main attraction is the all-you-can-eat fried fish at very low prices. Very popular with the senior citizens and tourists who are looking for great food at great prices. Located in Port Isabel across the Lighthouse.
Price: Cheap
Beef Eaters Smokehouse – an excellent BBQ restaurant that compares with the best of Central Texas/Austin BBQs. They have an all-you-can-eat buffet with a large variety of meats, side items, and salads. Located in Port Isabel next to the Lighthouse.
Price: Moderate
Louie's Back Yard - Decent dining and situated with a Bay side view. Great bar.
Price: Moderate
Pirate's Landing - located next to Beef Eater's Smokehouse, this restaurant is a great family place. Situated with a great view of the bridge with waterfront dining. Price: Cheap
The Palmetto Inn - Looking for Mexican food? This place is the oldest restaurant on the island for a reason. Reasonably priced. Price: Cheap
Rovan's - The best place for breakfast on the island! Also includes a bakery. Yum!
Price: Cheap
Naturally's - Vegetarian? This place is an oasis for both vegetarians and the seafood impaired. Price: ?
Padre Island Brewing Company - Good beer for a tourist town the size of South Padre Island. The Pale and Stout were the best in our opinion.
Price: Moderate/Cheap
Many other fantastic restaurants are available on SPI or nearby. View a list here.
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