Sea Ranch is a must-visit when in South Padre. Service and…read morefood are both excellent. We don't South Padre without Sea Ranch.

The food was great, and the food runner was awesome. He checked on us several times and was more…read moreattentive than our actual server. Our server, Irvin, unfortunately wasn't very attentive. I totally understand that food runners help out, but we had more interactions with the runner than with our server. We were never asked how everything was, if we needed anything, or if we wanted refills. We're not the type to complain and we're very low-maintenance when we go out to eat. We had a long day and just wanted a light dinner, so it was a little surprising. This was actually the best food we've had at any restaurant we've visited this week, which made it even more disappointing that the service didn't match the quality of the meal.

For a fairly new SB restaurant, we were surprised how attentive they were and how great the food…read moretasted! My mom and I were craving seafood without having to go too far so we found this gem! Right by the resaca! The ambiance is nice, with well lit place by natural light from the many windows, music is at a good volume without being overwhelmingly loud, and the food portions were huge! We ordered the fried shrimp and for the amount of food we got, it was such a great deal! I've seen their Facebook and Instagram posts and they have great specials certain days of the week! Our waitress was a sweetheart, we really enjoyed the service, food, and prices! Will definitely return!

It is closed due to non payment of rent. Please delete this account so no one else makes the trip…read more We did go to Calacas Beer and Tacos which was right next door. It was great! Ryan our server was amazing! Very attentive and upbeat. His recommendations were spot on.

"Authentic Southern-Fried Seafood Done Just Right" 08-04-2025…read more A huge shoutout to the cooks at Baffin Bay Seafood! These guys seriously know how to throw down in the kitchen. If you're craving fresh, authentic southern fried seafood, look no further; this is the spot. My husband and I stumbled across Baffin Bay on our way back to Houston from Edinburg, Texas. We were starving, craving some good ol' fried seafood, and after scouring the web, this baby popped up about an hour's drive away from Edinburg. By the time we arrived, our appetites were in high gear, and let me tell you, the wait was worth every mile. From the very first bite, we knew we'd hit the jackpot. Hubby and I were beyond satisfied that we chose this place over all the other options that Yelp had to offer. The rave reviews are well-deserved, and those food photos online? They don't lie. I could practically smell and taste the fried black drum fillets through the screen, and the real thing delivered even more flavor than I imagined. The atmosphere had that warm, small-town vibe where everyone knows everyone, reminded me a little of that series, "Dawson's Creek." We were greeted by the nicest woman (wish I had gotten her name), and right away we felt at home. Now, don't be fooled by the outside of the building, it might not look like much, but we all know the saying, "Looks can be deceiving." Inside, it's cozy but not cramped, with patio seating option that overlooks the bay. The view is calm and peaceful, the perfect backdrop for good food and drinks. Sadly, we didn't have time to sit and linger, but believe me, I was eyeing that bar! They had some of my favorites stocked on the shelf, Tito's Vodka, Apple Crown Royal, and 1800 Silver. Next time, I'm planting myself on a barstool and unwinding with a cocktail or two. Food Ratings: Fried Red Fish- 5/5 - Fried to Crispy-Golden-Brown Perfection! Fried Shrimp - 5/5 - Fried to Crispy-Golden-Brown Perfection! Redfish Po'Boy - 5/5: Fully loaded, fresh veggies, golden-brown toasted hoagie: mouthwatering. Fried Onion Rings - 5/5: Authentic and hand-cut, not the frozen stuff. Fried Okra- 5/5 - Tasted super fresh like they had been picked straight from the garden. Steamed Broccoli- 5/5: Perfectly cooked, tender but still with a crunch. Tartar Sauce- 5/5: Tangy, bold, and packed with flavor (a little strong on the onion, which I loved). Hubby went with the fried redfish Po'Boy and fried okra. He originally wanted black drum, but since they were out, he settled for the red, and he swears it was the BEST Po'Boy he's ever had. We both agreed that they are very generous with their portion sizes. I ordered the Take Two Fried Platter which comes with shrimp and your choice of fish (red, cat, or black drum), accompanied by two sides; I opted our for steamed broccoli and fried onion rings with the red fish. Everything came out hot, fresh, and fried to absolute perfection. Not a single bite disappointed. Bottom line: this place is the real deal. If you're near the Gulf of Mexico and want authentic, down-in-the-Valley, southern fried seafood, make Baffin Bay Seafood your go-to because this is the place to get it! I'm already planning my return visit. Highly, highly recommended; you will not be disappointed! Guaranteed.

Waited forever. They didn't have any drum. Out of dr pepper. The food was bland. The coleslaw was…read morewarm ugh. The avocado salad barely had any avocado. The ribeye was the thinnest steak i have ever had. Ordered medium rare and came out will done. Fried fish and shrimp had the smallest portions for $24! We won't be back unfortunately.

Wow!! Wonder meal and the service was fantastic!!! I had the…read morebreaded shrimp with coleslaw. My husband got the catfish. We both agreed that we will be back

Thought the food was delicious!!! Had a huge mixed platter of items, fish, shrimp, fries, hush…read morepuppies, beans. Food was hand prepared and served with tons of love . however, ambience and presentation has got to be improved. The floor design has to much space and tables and seating areas are hidden. Food looked like it was just plopped on a platter again, food was delicious though, will return for the food, and world class server we received

Good service food is delicious flavory authentic sea food black bass legit. Recomendamos la…read moreLimonada fresca, nada más les falta la Cheery. And Oder for 2 feeds like 3 people. Aparte Las tostadas de ceviche están Deli .

The food here is always fresh, you can actually taste it. The owners are from Mexico, they brought…read morethat traditional Mexican flare to the seafood. Very comparable to "El Huachinango," in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, MX. A few minutes from the border. They also have some of the best drinks in town, including micheladas, margaritas and many more. They are very generous and everything is served in an extra large mug or a huge "copa." They have your favorite import and domestic beers as well. The prices are pretty good, can't complain. The shrimp cocktail is one of my favorites, mixed with onion, cilantro and avacado. its not watery at all and topped with shrimp, Reynosa style! You will not be disappointed. The soups here are phenomenal, very loaded, a small bowl is like a full meal. I've tried the "sopa de mariscos" and it's simply one of the best I've tried. Full of all the sea goodies you could imagine, shrimp, octopus, tilapia, mussels and others. The broth is such a delicacy, it hits all the notes and then some. I try to not add that much lime that ruins the flavor, I just add half a lime that does it for me. The fried fish is another staple here or "chicharrón de pescado," very well cooked and well seasoned. The batter is spot on, gives it a great flavor and keeps fish nice and moist. It is served with a side of rice and a few veggies and tortillas. The homemade tartar sauce is delicious and so is their green salsa, has a nice kick that one. I highly recommend it, it's worth the drive. Stop by and try their amazing Shrimp Cocktail with a good Mexican beer!!

Great tasting crawfish....awesome service...love this place....only bad thing is.......only open…read moreanother 2-3 weeks

Very impressed with the food and service! Love the fact that it's byob so you can take your own…read moresmall ice chest and enjoy fresh crawfish with your family!

This is a fantastic place. It's good for families or for couples, everything was great, everyone…read morewas super nice. Also... It's called La Jaiba now.

Service was great. We went during happy hour to get the grilled Oyster which were fantastic. We…read moreenjoyed everything we got. The lobster lonches were really tasty and worth what we paid for them. The San Manuel taco was really tasty as well.

I was hungry for a fresh fish fillet & went there for lunch…read more I asked the server what was fresh. She went to the kitchen, came back & named of all the fish they have. A non-answer. I should have left then but I was there...so..I ordered the Red Snapper. I eat a lot of fish, & the fillet was half the size of snapper anywhere else, ($17.99?) t seemed fresh enough, but was way over cooked and tough. I'd still eat here if I'm craving fried, but will go elsewhere for grilled.

Don't be fooled. Sabores del Golfo does not serve "flavors of the gulf." Like more and more cheery,…read morenautically-themed restaurants along the Texas gulf it serves cheap, imported, farmed seafood. My seafood cocktail, "Vuelve a la Vida" contained mushy Indian farm-raised shrimp, fake crab and some fleshy thing that might've been octopus at one point. Drive a bit further and visit Joe's Oyster Bar in Port Isabel--fresh Gulf seafood everyday.