Dine at the Best Seafood Restaurants in South Padre Island

People come from all over the world for the high-quality cuisine served here! When you search South Padre Island restaurants, look no further. Hungry people can’t walk past this beautiful restaurant with the wafting sweet scents of some of the best stuff on earth. When it comes to South Padre Island seafood restaurants, South Padre Island fishing always provides the best product in the area, so stop by soon and try the Ahi Tuna plate, the Calamari, the Peel & Eat Shrimp, the Homemade Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms and so much more. The chef does delicious like nobody else!  

Sea Ranch Restaurant & Bar 

These folks have been creating great plates of food for South Padre Island, Texas, for 35 years, so you know the quality shows through in every dish served. Head to their website and take a virtual tour or check out their daily menu. The Sea Ranch has another favorite feature for your meetings and large groups: a huge banquet room always available for your business groups, family gatherings, or holiday celebrations. Call ahead for details and reservations, and they will provide you with a prompt answer in 24 hours or less. The bar is open daily at 4:30 p.m., and the restaurant opens daily at 5 p.m.  

Blackbeard’s Restaurant  

Blackbeard’s restaurant was established in 1978 and has been growing ever since, serving everything from salads and sandwiches to some great lunch specials and featuring the most extraordinary seafood on the island coast. Meat lovers will order the Ribeye Steak Sandwich, which began with Monday Night Football and beer. These days, Monday is Steak Night accompanied by featured T-Bone, and New York Strip Steak served quickly for all hungry visitors. 

Try their Chicken Fried Steak and Onion Rings, and be sure to leave room for dessert. What’s for dessert? Margaritas, of course! So after checking in to your South Padre Island condo rentals, you will no doubt be hungry. Blackbeard’s restaurant is the place for a good time and a very excellent meal. Hours are Wednesday through Monday, 11:30 to 9:00 p.m., and closed on Tuesdays.

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Liam’s Steak House & Oyster Bar

Owned and operated by a father and son team of extraordinary restauranteurs, this eatery is known for serving the “World’s Best Fried Shrimp.” Liam’s has a total of seven restaurants on Padre Island, all of which have the best reputation in the food serving business. Their menu features appetizers, a great oyster bar, pasta plates, surf & turf, soups & salads, all at affordable prices. 

Call ahead for large groups or a romantic table for two. People love the view since the restaurant overlooks the water and creates a charming and romantic mood. The waiters are incredibly knowledgeable and polite, and the food is always out of this world. And what fine meal can go without the most wonderful slice of cheesecake ever? Come and get it! Dinner is waiting for you at Liam’s Steak House & Oyster Bar.

Plan Your Stay

Ready to experience these restaurants and more for yourself? Book one of our South Padre Island beachfront rentals today! 

Pelican Station

When staying at one of our South Padre Island rentals, head to Pelican Station, featuring “Freshness You Can Experience,” and operated by Alfonso Salazar, known as “Dirty Al.” This fine restaurant is located in delightful Port Isabel, Texas. Those who have experienced this great restaurant say it has the best seafood around, and they all agree that it has the greatest amount of character. The place is just so much fun! 

With a full bar and open seven days a week, they feature lunch and dinner and Mexican food that would please anyone on both sides of the border. Try their delicious steak menu, and be sure to leave room for dessert. Call for reservations soon. You will love the food and fall in love with the atmosphere!