Love this place! We went for a date night and it was a pretty chill night; not too many people, but…read morethey have twinkle lights up everywhere and plenty of options for seating. They bartenders were awesome and they made some tasty and unique cocktails. If you get munchy, there's also a food truck that parks right outside the establishment.

The Gold Fish is a shining example of Corpus having and maintaining nice things…read more There is a common misconception that this city cannot have nice things, and that if we do get them, they do not last very long. The Gold Fish has proven this long-held collective pessimism wrong. Originally a cocktail bar only, it has now expanded into a cocktail, beer and wine outdoor/indoor bar, which makes complete sense given the city's demographic demands. It was actually one of the first businesses I was most concerned with us losing permanently during the pandemic. And I am so glad they have stuck around! It is a modern cocktail bar at its core, which makes it very unique to this city. This is an obvious adoption of cocktail bar trends from other larger cities in Texas. It is very nice, with a wide array of adult beverage options for discriminating consumers to chose from. The atmosphere is perfect, and the bartenders and staff are top-notch and super nice (the attitude is refreshing compared to what one may be used to recieving from such establishments in larger cities). I usually only come here when I have company from out-of-town, as I do not go out for drinks very often. At my most recent visit, I had just experienced a personal tragedy that I only briefly alluded to our bartender when she asked how our day was going. The amount of sincere compassion we received was not expected at all. My only regret is that I did not get her name, or else I would have gladly included it in this review.

Want to be greeted with mellow ambiance and a respectable selection of whiskeys? And if you are not…read morea whiskey fan, plenty of other beverages on offer? Then you have selected the right place. Music loud enough to enjoy but not so loud you can't have a conversation or hear yourself think. Parking nearby. Oh, and cushioned barstools are a lovely find after walking.

The atmosphere is great, staff are friendly, and it should be the perfect spot to grab a pint. One…read morehang up was with the Guinness pours I had. It tastes like there's an issue with the dispense system, possibly the gas mix, dirty lines, or tap maintenance. Guinness is extremely sensitive to how it's stored and poured, and when it's off, it's very obvious. I genuinely like this bar and want it to succeed, which is why I hope ownership sees this and takes a look at the draft system.

Definitely time for an update. Long story short, Go!…read more Shortys was opened in 1946 and is the oldest bar on the island. But those are just basic dry facts and the history of Shortys is far from basic and dry. Most recently,Shortys survived yet another drenching by a hurricane. This one was one of the worst in Texas history. Somehow,this little wooden structure survived when cement ones down the street were totaled. Somehow,the person that owned the ground below Shortys decided not to renew the lease. Believe me when I say, it was controversial on the island, is an understatement. So,the owner did the right thing. Found another spot and moved the building there After months of closure,repair,add on etc. Shortys next life began. This is my first trip down since it reopened so I just had to go. Walking in,you just can't believe it's exactly the same after surviving a hurricane and being moved. Wow! The old original floor boards are there as proof and a constant reminder to never loose faith and where there's a will there's a way Definite Big GO!

The dive bar on the Island is exactly what this imagine. Guys playing pool in the back and strong…read moredrinks getting made in the front. Happy hour prices can't be beat in a vacation town...

The first customers in on a Wednesday evening (a trend I am finding happens just about anywhere in…read moreCorpus if you arrive before 6 pm) which meant we had the bar, and bartender to ourselves! Incredibly attentive (by default) he was great at answering our questions and making recommendations. I tried out the Balacera - boasting both mezcal and absinthe, two widely hated spirits on their own which had the potential to make it disgusting...and it was fantastic! Super unique and refreshing on the particularly muggy day. We also ordered a cherry vodka soda, which came topped with homemade maraschinos and juice, which was equally tasty. We also tried out a gin daisy and ghost of greyhound (a nod to the location previously being a bus station, hence, the BUS moniker). The gin daisy was a little too heavy on aperol for my tastes, but the ghost was another hit. It was great to see a specialty menu of drink combinations you don't often find. We didn't stick around for food, but couldn't help but take in the cute decorations and details both inside and out. A fun addition to the widening "trendification" of downtown Corpus. I do believe I will be adding this to my rotation when in town!

This was certainly a cute place to stop them and have dinner. My wife had a Cobb salad, which was…read moredelicious. I had a hamburger that was very good, and their french fries that are called something other than french fries were great! I think they were called potato cracklings. It was a nice relaxing atmosphere, the seating was outdoors, but super comfortable.

I love the concept of this bar. Before I even walked it (it was my birthday night), staff made sure…read morethe experience was exciting! I love that you can change from different vibes like hip hop club vibes to, live music, and whiskey bar country vibes. Overall, i really liked the place. I do believe the drinks/shots were a little pricey but other than that my friends and I really enjoyed our time here!

Absolutely the best bar ever!! Pancake and Baby were so good!!! The best place ever! Very safe for…read moregirls and honestly just the whole place was so good! The bartenders were great!

Best happy hour in Rockport! If you like martinis, either legitimate martinis or boutique martinis…read morethis place will take care of you. It's a little quaint spot attached to a steakhouse with great food so it's the perfect place to visit before dinner but also just to enjoy happy hour. I'm trying to make it through their martini list. lol. I will be celebrating when I have. Notice the list. Don't wait come here. You can thank me later. PS, the bartenders are the bomb.

Such a cute find during our weekend in Rockport! Connected to a great little steakhouse that has…read morethe real "old school" steakhouse vibes! The Martini bar has a wonderful ambiance and is great for date night or gettin friends together. The service is wonderful! Definitely not somewhere to go if you're in a hurry, but 1000% worth the wait and gives you time to unwind and enjoy your company. The food is AMAZING and the there are plenty of martini options to choose from. All drinks are made to order with love! We will definitely be coming back!

Great concept overlooking Whitecap Beach. Friday evening, warm breezes, local and tourists all…read moreenjoying beverages and food truck bites. Activities for kids while the adults relax! Will be returning again next weekend!

Nice scenery. Good vibes for the most part. Smaller area than I was expecting but no overly…read morecrowded. A live cover band was playing when we arrived mid-afternoon. You also catch a good beach breeze from the covered seating areas. Great covered playground for kids, and a shaded covered seating area for adults to watch the kiddies play. The alcoholic drinks were super super weak and overly priced for what you get. Not worth it, might as well skip the alcohol and bring your own to the beach which is steps away. I give the beverages a 1 out of 5 stars. The environment 4/5. Food 3/5 - mostly greasy foods - fries, cheesy hotdogs, fried empanadas, nothing healthy. Would return again for the scenery just definitely not the drinks and unless starving nor the food.

This is hands down one of my favorite local bars! The staff is always so welcoming, and the…read moreatmosphere just feels like home. If you're new to the area, I definitely recommend stopping in for a bite and meeting some of the locals. Everyone is friendly, easy to talk to, and you'll feel like you've been coming here for years. Whether you come with a group or by yourself, you'll fit right in. I also have to give a shoutout to Gabe, Hannah, and Morgan--they're my favorite bartenders and always make the experience even better. And Marc absolutely kills it in the kitchen. Seriously, everything I've had has been delicious. This place never disappoints!

It's a very unique atmosphere, where I felt I needed a secret handshake,at first. But they were…read morepacked, people pleasant, charamastic band and DELICIOUS, reasonably priced food. Could definitely use a larger kitchen and a second bartender, as they became packed. Definitely recommend.