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Pier 99

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

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

Filed Under: Weekend Top Picks, Where to Eat Tagged With: downtown, food, seafood, waterfront

Landry’s Seafood House

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

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

Filed Under: Where to Eat Tagged With: downtown, food, seafood, waterfront

Yachting Center of Corpus Christi

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

Put some wind in your sails and view the beautiful Corpus Christi Shoreline from the water! Crew or relax! Dinner Cruises, Daytime & Sunset Cruises, One Hour Bayfront Tours, Captained and Bareboat Charters, ASA Sailing Courses, Gift Shop, Rental Space for Business Meetings, Social Events & Celebrations!  108 Peoples Street T-Head. www.yachtingcc.com 361-881-8503

Filed Under: Where to Visit Tagged With: boat, downtown, family, outdoors, ship, tour, waterfront

The USS Lexington Museum

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

Not since the Battle of the Philippine Sea has the LEX come to life quite like this. The new Virtual Battle Stations are a truly interactive experience that thrusts you into the chaos and grit that was World War II. Harrowing challenges and climactic battles require your sharpest reflexes. It takes cunning tactics and nerves of steel to survive a day on the LEX. And these new Battle Stations are just a taste of what’s in store on the LEX. The Flight Simulator launches you into real combat, the MEGA Theater turns your seat into a cockpit and the control room… well… you’ll just have to see for yourself. Around every corner and down every tunnel, an adventure unfolds. The sights and sounds are so real… and so intense you become a part of the story the moment you climb aboard the USS LEXINGTON. It’s a complete interactive experience for the entire family. LEX is open daily at 9am with all areas except flight and hangar decks air-conditioned. Available for private functions as well as over-night youth camp-outs. 800-LADY-LEX, www.usslexington.com LEX. Go there.

Filed Under: What to Do, Where to Visit Tagged With: downtown, family, fun, history, museum, waterfront

Texas State Aquarium

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

Come. Sea. Discover the amazing world of the Texas State Aquarium. Take an aquatic journey to the depths of the Gulf of Mexico. Experience dive shows, animal feedings, and “hands on” programs. Thousands of animals (over 250 species) are ready to entertain and inspire you. Get up close and personal with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in Dolphin Bay. Look to the skies as hawks, owls and falcons soar through the Hawn Wild Flight Theater. Visit the Islands of Steel, where sharks and sea turtles live among schools of snapper, tarpon, redfish, and grouper. Enter the mysterious Amazon as you encounter poison-dart frogs, fresh-water stingrays and boa constrictors. Watch sea turtles glide in the waters of Tortuga Cay and see North American river otters play in Otter Creek. Spend time in the Living Shores, where you can really get your hands wet!  With so much to see and do, what are you waiting for? Open daily. 800-477-GULF, www.texasstateaquarium.org

The Aquarium, featuring Dolphin Bay, is the number one visitor attraction in the Coastal Bend. Thousands of animals, over 250 species, most common to the Gulf, are displayed in entertaining and educational exhibits. Dive shows, touch pools, food court, playground and gift shops. Admission is $15.50: $13.95 for seniors and active military: $10.50 for ages 3-12, 2 and under free. Parking: $4.00  Open daily 9am-6pm. 361-881-1200

Filed Under: Featured, Weekend Top Picks, What to Do, Where to Visit Tagged With: animals, bay, birds, downtown, family, fun, outdoors, waterfront

Seawolf Adventures

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

The 38 foot Seawolf is equipped for adventure!  With a variety of custom cruises available, there is an experience ready for everyone.  Enjoy a one hour bayfront cruise for just $30 per person. Or, Experience Corpus Christi’s unique night time skyline featuring water view of the USS Lexington on their mood cruise. The Seawolf has a comfortable onboard cabin, perfect for their overnight excursions. Sunset Seafood dinners with onboard gourmet meals also available. Visit www.seawolftours.com or call 361-920-0436 for reservations or more information.

Filed Under: What to Do Tagged With: boat, family, food, fun, outdoors, tour, waterfront

Portland

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

Portland’s location on two bays provides great water activities.  Including excellent Birding. Indian Point Park and Pier, a 333-acre public park called Sunset Lake is lined by hike/bike trails, its marshlands are perfect for birding, kayaking, canoeing, swimming and sailing. 877-643-2475

Filed Under: Where to Visit Tagged With: beach, family, fun, outdoors, waterfront

Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History & Columbus Ships

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

Featuring ancient shipwrecks, the famous Columbus Ships and an array of live reptiles from alligators to turtles, this museum offers hours of fun with tours and activities.  Tours one of the Columbus Ships, the Pinta for a walk back in time. The Spanish 1554 Padre Island Shipwreck contains gold and guns from the oldest scientific excavation in the Western Hemisphere. The convergence of Spanish, French and European cultures in South Texas is revealed in the LaSalle Odyssey story, Karankawa hunters-gatherers and ranching. The Children’s Wharf has interactive, bilingual activities. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm. Closed on major holidays. Senior/active military discounts, Children  4 and under and members are free. 1900 N. Chaparral. For more information 361-826-4667, www.ccmuseum.com.

Filed Under: What to Do, Where to Visit Tagged With: bay, downtown, family, history, museum, tour, waterfront

Art Museum of South Texas

June 25, 2010 By Kelsea Yarbrough Leave a Comment

Since 1972, the gleaming white walls of the Art Museum of South Texas have been a landmark on Corpus Christi Bay. Designed by Philip Johnson, the three-level facility is constructed of poured white concrete and shell aggregate. An addition, completed in 2006, designed by Ricardo Legorreta of Mexico City, doubled the Museum’s size, and includes galleries for the Permanent Art Collection and traveling exhibits, a Museum Store and a cafe overlooking the ship channel. Currently on exhibit: 100 American Ceramics from the Collection of the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm. Closed on major holidays.  Admission is $6; seniors/active military $4; under 12 and members free. www.artmuseumofsouthtexas.org.  361-825-3500

Filed Under: Where to Visit Tagged With: art, bay, cafe, downtown, family, museum, waterfront