Coastal Bend Visitors Guide» Where to Eat

Water Street Seafood Co.

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:54:55 +0000

When you are in downtown Corpus Christi, you will find a locally owned landmark, with the same high quality as its sister restaurant, Water Street Oyster Bar. At the Water Street Seafood Company, fresh seafood is listed daily on the blackboard prepared in a variety of ways blackened, mesquite grilled, sauted, broiled or fried. Their menu includes homemade caldo (a traditional favorite with the locals), specialty salads – try their house specialty walnut dressing it’s wonderful – and their seafood house specialities from gulf shrimp to crab cakes. Their sauces, dressing, and specialties are all made in house from scratch. Don’t miss their amazing Sunday Brunch. Enjoy their full bar with happy hour daily from 4-7pm with u-peel’em shrimp and drink specials. Open Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm. Just off the Corpus Christi Bayfront in walking distance from the downtown hotels.

309 N. Water Street • 361-882-8683

WaterStreet Market

$9-$15

Water Street Oyster Bar

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:53:47 +0000

In the heart of downtown Corpus Christi, just one block from the bayfront, you’ll find the “original” Water Street Restaurant. This popular eatery, shares a reputation for “Best Seafood” in town with its sister restaurant Water Street Seafood Company. Try one of the best bets “blackboard” fresh fish specials. The atmosphere is funky and upbeat . Their friendly, smiling staff, provide excellent service. Shrimp Picayune, with a pleasant Cajun zip, is a great starter. The Seafood Pasta Jambalaya is another popular favorite. Their sushi bar offers the finest grade sushi and signature rolls you’ll love. Relax with Happy Hour specials daily from 4-7pm. Full Bar with a great wine list. Open Sun-Thurs from 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm. On the Corpus Christi Bayfront in walking distance from downtown hotels.

309 N. Water Street • 361-881-9448

WaterStreet Market

$9-$15

Tavern on the Bay at Harrison’s Landing

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:52:23 +0000

Nowhere else in Corpus Christi can you shop & and dine all in the same shaded waterfront location! Tavern on the Bay is Corpus Christi’s newest outdoor restaurant located in the heart of the city’s marina, and is within walking distance from the downtown hotels. Begin your day dockside enjoying beignets and coffee or traditional breakfast fare. Lunch & dinner offer a delicious assortment of burgers, seafood, salads and more! Stop by for a frosty margarita and cold, fresh shrimp! The ambience and location can’t be beaten! Come casual, relax, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the waterfront. You won’t go away hungry! While you’re there, be sure to step into Cathy’s Chandlery Gifts & Boutique for fun shopping, or the Yachting Center to book a sailing cruise, rent a Hobie kayak or buy tickets for a one hour boat ride!

108 Peoples Street T-Head • 361-884-1616

Bayfront next to the Yachting Center

$9-$15

Republic of Texas Bar & Grill

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:50:37 +0000

(AAA) Four-Diamond Rated The Republic of Texas Bar & Grill offers a unique dining experience unlike any other available in the area. Dine high above the streets of Corpus Christi and experience impeccably prepared meals. Featuring USDA prime beef cuts, a wide variety of wild game and seafood dishes and an award winning wine list. Located at the top of the Omni Bayfront Hotel this multi-level restaurant offers. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide every table with an incredible panoramic view of the city and bay. The elegant atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious cuisine are everything you expect from a Four-Diamond Restaurant. Piano music from David Crawford on Wed-Sat from 7:30pm. Free valet parking. Dinner from 5:30pm, Mon-Sun, Lounge opens at 5pm for cocktails and appetizers. Reservations strongly recommended.

Omni Corpus Christi Hotel Bayfront

900 N. Shoreline Blvd. • 361-886-3515

More than $15

Price’s Chef

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:49:26 +0000

Opened in 1938, Price’s Chef is the oldest restaurant in Corpus Christi. Located in Historic Six Points, they serve breakfast and lunch daily to their loyal customers. Through the years, both locals and visitors have learned that Price’s is the place to go for home cooked food served promptly at reasonable prices by pleasant wait staff. Many generations have grown up eating at this coffee shop and diner. You won’t find espressos or double mocha $20 lattes, but you will find wonderful fresh brewed coffee and homemade pies to top off you lunch. Breakfast and lunch specials are featured Monday-Friday. Don’t miss the best turkey and dressing in the Costal Bend served up hot and fresh on Sundays. Sample part of Corpus Christi History. Located at the intersection of S. Staples, Alameda and Ayers. Open Mon-Fri 6am-3pm, Sat-Sun 7am-3pm.

1800 S. Alameda • 361-883-2786

Historic Old Town Six Points

Less than $9

Pier 99

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:48:13 +0000

Breathe in the salty breeze, in their invitingly tropical atmosphere as palms waft over a large deck at this waterfront eatery that‘s an institution on Corpus Christi Beach. There is a dining room, but sitting outside, watching the water sparkle is so much fun. You can’t beat their front row view of the USS Lexington. Their menu is filled with a wide variety of fresh seafood options, salads, and sandwiches. Try one of their amazing piled-high seafood platters, your choice, fried or grilled. Pier 99 offers live entertainment on the waterfront patio on Friday and Saturday nights from 6-10pm; and on weekends from 1-5pm. Enjoy their full bar and try one of their great happy hour margaritas. The patio is pet friendly so fido can join in the fun. Located on Corpus Christi Beach near the Texas State Aquarium and next to the USS Lexington, just over the Harbor Bridge open daily 11am.

2822 N. Shoreline • 361-887-0764

On Corpus Christi Beach

$9-$15

Niko’s Steakhouse

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:47:10 +0000

Niko’s Steakhouse will exceed steak lovers’ expectations with their perfectly assorted menu and casually, elegant atmosphere. Before you even walk in the door, you’ll smell the Mesquite wood that is the secret for bringing out flavor in their grilled specialties, like their signature Hickory Smoked Prime Rib, Marinated Quail, 20-oz T-Bone, Mahi Mahi or delicate Grilled Shrimp. Make sure you leave room for one of their fabulous desserts like homemade Apple Tort, Creme Brulee, 1,001 Chocolate Chip Cake or Brownie Ala Mode. Relax in the classy atmosphere at Reflections Lounge with a fully stocked bar with an extensive wine list and daily drink specials. Easy to find. Take S. Padre Island Dr. (Hwy 358) to Staples, exit right (south) 2 miles to Saratoga. Right on Saratoga, Niko’s is on the left 1/4 mile. Only 12 minutes from downtown. Dinner, Mon-Fri 4pm-2am, Sat-Sun 3pm-2am.

5409 Saratoga Blvd • 361-992-2333

Corpus Christi Southside

More than $15

Longhorn Steak & Ale

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:46:03 +0000

If you love home cooking, mesquite grilling and a great atmosphere, then this is your place. Known for their top quality beef, the steaks are handcut in-house and seared to perfection on the Longhorn’s mesquite wood grill. Try a new favorite, their 12-ounce Ribeye. The grill also serves up the best in seafood and poultry. The menu features classics such as chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak. You’ll love their homemade items prepared from family recipes, including salad dressings, sauces, soups, bread and mouth watering desserts. Relax with their Happy Hour that includes great drink specials and half-price appetizers at the bar with favorites like thinly sliced onion strings and fried calamari. Easy to find, take Ocean Dr. to Robert, turn right, then left on Alameda. Only an 8 minute, scenic drive from downtown. Open daily. Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm

4307 S. Alameda • 361-992-7731

Just off Ocean Drive

$9-$15

Landry’s Seafood House

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:44:30 +0000

Your dining experience will feature classic fresh seafood paired with a spectacular view of downtown and the Bay. Landry’s echoes the sights, sounds and sensations of a floating 1940’s seafood house. Their menu has the best of everything from irresistible appetizers to fresh salads and world-famous seafood. It is clear that Landry’s isn’t just the catch of the day. With their menu of exceptional, fresh seafood prepared any way you want it – red snapper, flounder, redfish, salmon, tuna and mahi-mahi. All are available with or without their signature specialty toppings incorporating jumbo lump crab, shrimp, scallops and crawfish. For the land lovers that desire non-seafare, Landry’s offers tempting steaks and chicken delicacies. Enjoy an ice cold beverage from their full bar. Located literally “on the water” at the People Street T-Head. With a tradition of excellence, Landry’s has won the “Best of the Best” first place awards for seafood, desserts, lunch and fine dining. Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm.

600 North Shoreline • 361-882-6666

On Peoples Street T-Head

More than $15

Joe’s Crab Shack

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:43:14 +0000

Joe’s Crab Shack serves up delicious seafood with an attitude. Here good food, good times and good memories are created everyday. This is a place where you can kick back with the family, strap on a bib and enjoy awesome seafood and not be afraid to dance. Try a Steampot, overflowing with Tasty Dungeness or Alaskan Snow crab, crawfish or lobster. Joe’s is serving up seafood classics including crab stuffed shrimp and crab nachos. The menu also features fresh crab cake salads, grilled salmon and options for the land lovers! Make sure to save room for Joe’s desserts such as the Sea Turtle Sundae or one of the other satisfying options. Cool down after a long day at the beach with one of our specialty drinks, Joe’s Crab Shack has a full service bar. There are two great Corpus Christi locations to choose from. SPID has a playground for the children and Lighthouse has an amazing bay view to catch the weekly regatta. Both locations have private rooms available. www.joescrabshack.com Open Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm.

5025 S. Padre Island Drive • 361-980-0023

Southside on SPID

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4444 N. Shoreline • 361-904-0227

Corpus Christi Lighthouse on the Bay

$9- More than $15