Do you and your family have a family vacation planned for this year and are looking for new restaurants to try out? South Padre Island has got it all from the sunshine year-round to the beautiful sands of the beaches. But did you know that we also have some of the best restaurants around as well? Staying in one of our South Padre Island vacation rentals will allow you to cook at home, but you will be close to several of the restaurants too. Let’s look at where you can experience and taste our top restaurants to eat on your next vacation to South Padre Island below.
F&B
Opening up on South Padre Island a little over a year ago, F&B has proved to be one of the best dining experiences on the island. The menu has amazing food and the drinks are some like you’ve never tasted before. Some of the food that you can enjoy are Raviolo al Uovo, Yellow Edge Grouper, Smoked Duck Breast, and Dry Aged Rib Eye. The drinks that you can enjoy our Garden Party, Rye Smash and Housemade Sangria. Let’s not forget about the desserts that you must try like Adult Cookies & “Milk”, Key Lime Pie and Profiteroles. This is the only real fine dining in South Padre Island and one you don’t want to miss on your next vacation.
Meatball Café
Are you looking for a restaurant where you can get some great Italian food on your next vacation? Then look no further and head over to Meatball Café. This is where you can go to grab some of the best pizza on the island. Some of the food that you can get is an Antipasto, Bruschetta, Pizza, Mama’s Ravioli Special and we can’t forget about the Spaghetti & Meatballs. They even have food that the kids will enjoy such as Chicken Fingers & Fries, Grilled Cheese, Alfredo Fettuccine & Spaghetti & Meatballs. We can’t forget about the amazing Italian desserts that your family enjoy such as Tiramisu, Italian Cheesecake, Cannoli, and Gelato. What a great meal that your family can enjoy on your vacation to the island.
Café on the Beach
When you think of going on vacation, you think of the restaurants you can eat at while enjoying the beach. But have you ever eaten at a restaurant that is on the beach? Café on the Beach is just that has an amazing breakfast, lunch and dinner menu that will make you want to enjoy every trip. The breakfast menu includes Corned Beef Hash, Breakfast Taco, Eggs Benedict and even Smoked Atlantic Salmon. The Lunch and Dinner menu includes soups, salads, Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Maple Glazed Salmon and Lobster Tail. They also have an extensive Wine & Specialty Drink menu that you don’t want to miss either. Just enjoy the day on the beach while enjoying a wonderful meal on the beach too!
Marcellos Ocean Grille
Marcellos Ocean Grille is not located on the island, but it is one that we wanted to let you know about. They feature some of the best fresh Gulf Coast cuisines around and use local produce in their restaurant. They also have a new outdoor patio that is overlooking the Port Isabel Lighthouse, so you get beautiful views as you eat. Some of the items that you will find on the menu are Corn Flake Chicken & Waffle, Snapper Ceviche with Avocado and Mango, Steamed Mussels and Cajun Shrimp & Grits. They also offer their guests a Bar Menu & an extensive drink menu as well. Be sure to visit this amazing restaurant run by Chef Bettina who is a Cordon Bleu Trained Chef on your next visit.
Lobo del Mar
Lobo del Mar which used to be Palm Street Pier offers families a casual dining experience here on the island along with living entertainment. Some of the items you may find on the menu are Ceviche, Fried Oysters and Calamari, Parasail Burger, Lobo Burger, and Hula Chicken Sandwich. There is even a children’s menu that offers Chicken Nuggets, Hotdogs and Grilled Cheese for the kids to enjoy. Some of the live entertainment that you won’t want to miss are the Lobo Family Jam, Jeff Crocker and Rock Island with Chuck & Tom. What a great way to experience how the locals live too while you are on vacation!
While there are many other fun restaurants on the island, these are the few we wanted to share with you. If you haven’t booked your next vacation to stay in one of our South Padre Island vacation rentals, now is the time. We can’t wait to see you and your family as you experience these top restaurants on the island and live as the locals do!
