26 Best Seafood Restaurants in South Padre Island

“Better tasting and quality than Sea Ranch for less than $40!“

“Excellent!!!!! We ordered the shrimp nachos and they were out of this world. The owners were so friendly and came to our table to be sure we were happy. We will be back!!!!!“

“10/10 Amauri was the best he was so helpful, and very kind and gave us the best recommendations for food!!!“

“We love the food and atmosphere , absolutely best food on the island .“

“This place has amazing food and a plus with service, have been there twice, one for brunch and the other for dinner, the server was amazing she also suggested other top items which was delicious, Noelia seems to be on top of business, and has great customer service. 5-Stars from my husband and I...“

“This place is amazing! The ingredients are so fresh! 10/10 highly recommend!!!“

“Absolutely delicious steak! We tried Boston tea for the first time and had 3 glasses. The service was fantastic. Definite must try if you are in SPI.“

“SeaRanch never disappoints! Food was prepared perfectly and service was great! Always a highlight when we visit the island!“

“Great service and great food. Roberto and Juan were awesome servers and bartenders. I highly recommend them“

“My mom, daughter and I drove around for a while because most restaurants were packed. Then we drove by this place and saw it wasn't and decided to try it out. It was so good!!! We both got the mexican plate (taco and enchiladas) and daughter got queso and chips (she's picky). All of it was really good. The host and the waiter were cool. I would definitely come back for food and service!“

“I had an incredible experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and I couldn't get enough of it! Plus, the T-shirts were fantastic—definitely a must-have!“

“Excellent restaurant, great service, delicious food, the whole experience was phenomenal, the tweens Juan and Luis are the best!!!“

“Blown away by the flavors and quality of our dinner, March 31, 2025. From the Painkiller cocktail, generous pour, to the salads, the freshness and blend of spices was a delight. Prime Rib was prepared to perfection. The coconut shrimp and tropical sauce, asparagus, twice baked potatoes-- truly, this was a night to remember-- all overlooking the beautiful pool and Gulf. Highly recommended for anyone staying in South Padre. Bin Appetit!“

“One of the best Restaurants on the Island. If you want to impress a date or have an anniversary this is the spot. Service and overall ambiance is amazing I would highly recommend eating here one night if on vacation. Food was amazing also everything I ate was delicious.“

“Just came back from a week there, weather was perfect, beach was perfect, rooms were clean, cold ac, wonderful!!!“

“The view the beds are nice and soft I love it all I need a woman“

“Best Pina Colada on the island and George is a great bartender and waiter!“

“clean, neat, modern,and an excellent place to stay and meet people, Staff is pleasant professional and a lot of fun to talk to. They have a Cafe right on premise that serves breakfast lunch and dinner. You can walk out to the beach plus they have an out door heated pool. it's handicap excessable there are two floors that you can view the water coming in and the sun rises and sun sets. You could also walk to various attractions and rent a scooter. I give it 200 % place to go“

“Cheese curds and fried pickles appetizers with blackened redfish we caught in the bay. The food was delicious and the staff was great.“

“The bartenders, Kevin, Brandon and Carson were absolutely amazing! The live music they had was our group’s favorite, so much so we spent 3 days of our vacation hanging out at here! The view for the New Year’s fireworks was the best by far!“

“Our group of 6 had a really great experience there today! Jared provided fantastic table service, very friendly and attentive. And the food was amazing.“

“Fantastic! The food was excellent, service and atmosphere just wonderful!“

“They charge 15$ a day for self parking that’s the only think I don’t care about . Also we found glass in are room we asked to get it cleaned and after it was cleaned we where finding more glass . We did notify the front desk. Other then that pool was great . A lot of walking around and seeing cool things .“

“We had an excellent experience at Liams. From the wonderful service that Julio provided to every delicious entree ordered. I would highly recommend Liams and I will definitely return with the family.“

“We were on a girls trip and had breakfast, the food was great, our waitress name Ximena was awesome. If anybody visiting the Island need to try there food, and excellent services.“

“Clayton’s Beach Bar isn’t just a top-notch spot for drinks and good vibes—it’s also home to some of the best sandcastle action you’ll ever see! ?️? If you’re lucky enough to visit during Sandcastle Days, you’ll get to witness pro-level sand sculptors create mind-blowing masterpieces right on the beach. These aren’t your average sandcastles—they’re towering works of art that draw crowds from all over. ?✨

Along with the incredible beachside drinks and fun atmosphere, the combination of stunning ocean views and jaw-dropping sand sculptures makes Clayton’s a must-visit. Whether you're there for the live music, the sunsets, or to watch the pros work their magic in the sand, Clayton’s Beach Bar offers an unforgettable experience that perfectly captures the spirit of South Padre! ??

Parking: Plenty of parking out front.“