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.

I read the reviews, and it always makes me nervous when reviews are overwhelmingly positive. It…read moremakes it had to have reasonable expectations. However, the food here more than exceeded the highest of expectations. We visited with the lunch menu, started with the Blue Crab Tostadas, she ordered the French Dip, I ordered the Lamb Burger. Every bite was enjoyable. We will be back. We arrived at about 2:30 and they were just about to close the kitchen to regroup for dinner. People that came after us had to wait about an hour before the kitchen was back up. Plan accordingly. If there is one minor thing to wish were different, because it is so close to the water, every surface is sticky. It's to be expected with the humidity, but it was noticeable.

The food was awesome. The atmosphere was absolutely gorgeous. The service was undeniably the best.read more

If you're in Corpus Christi and even remotely appreciate great food, exceptional whiskey, or a…read morewell-executed vibe, Nueces Whiskey Library is an absolute must. This place is the coolest whiskey bar meets fine dining--and it nails both sides perfectly. I travel to Corpus for work and customer visits, but this is one of those rare spots where I'd come back just for the restaurant. The whiskey selection is outstanding--deep, thoughtful, and clearly curated by people who actually know and love whiskey. Whether you're a bourbon guy, a Scotch drinker, or just want to explore something new, the staff knows their stuff and makes great recommendations without any pretension. The food is where it really separates itself. This isn't bar food pretending to be upscale--this is legit, well-executed, chef-driven cuisine that easily competes with big-city dining. Every dish feels intentional, balanced, and elevated. It's the kind of place where you slow down, enjoy the experience, and immediately start planning what you're ordering next time. Atmosphere-wise, it's spot on: moody, polished, and cool without trying too hard. Perfect for entertaining customers, a business dinner, or just treating yourself after a long day. Corpus Christi is lucky to have this place. Nueces Whiskey Library sets the bar high--and then pours you something great while doing it.

My partner loves whiskey so when I saw this place while planning for our trip to Corpus Christi, I…read moreknew we had to check it out. We arrived after having had dinner and despite it being busy (it was a Friday night), we were seated quickly. Its got an old-timey vibe which is enhanced by the decor they use and the fact they were playing a black and white film on the projector. The bar area itself is gorgeous and displays what looks like hundreds of bottles of whiskey. We tried their sazarac and the Anastasia Grey. While I love anything earl grey, I wasnt the biggest fan of the charcoal element but thats a personal preference. It was rather busy so it took some time to get a hold of our server but understandable considering he also had other tables to focus on!

Cool indoor/outdoor bar with drink specials. Inside gives a coffee shop vibe with couches but also…read morea pub with a long bar. The bartender was very friendly. The outside has some games, benches, etc. Highly recommend.

It's a cool chill spot. They have a band that's playing in. The inside wasn't too loud just right…read moreto where you could actually have a conversation. The bartender Alex is always amazing and she makes great mixed drinks! So if you're in the area downtown, go check it out. You won't be disappointed. They also have a patio in the back.

Creaky old wood floor, high ceilings, karaoke next door, and a couple classic Powers Irish Whiskeys…read morethat are hard to find. Mario was phenomenal- attentive, kind, and skilled in making the visit an enjoyable experience.

Kailey was awesome, best bartender EVER! Definitely recommend this place if you're in town, she was…read moreso friendly and attentive. Until she kicked me out this bar

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.

Great place to unwind at the end of your day. They offer a full line of liquors, beers, and wines…read more You can also order food to go as well from their menu. Feel free to lounge on various available couches, eat and drink in the table areas, or sit at the bar. The staff is very friendly, and professional, and the service is great. Donnie is a top notch bar tender, and a long time family friend. Come check em out !!!!

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.

Love this place on a Friday after work! Perfect place to see throw back music videos and a quick…read morebeer!

Great experience every time I come here. All bartenders are very personable. Different offers…read moredaily. $1 for champagne, $3 for Bloody Mary. I think they're geared towards the college students in the area which is just an added benefit for me. What's best, you can go to Jalisco's a few doors down, order food and bring it to the bar. Great stop if you're in the Corpus area.

It is avhidden jewel in old Rockport! Service , happy hour drinks were very good. Bartender mixed…read morea flavor of margarita not on their menu...A+++ in execution and taste! Lounge sofas along the walls, tables with high stools...multi genres of music in the background...definitely worthy of future visits!

Still good. Still fun. Still the best bourbon selection in Rockport…read more Since I'm not local, dare I say North Padre? I always order an Old Fashioned first but find their version too sweet. But I'm always hopeful. My second is typically something on a big cube. Pours are good. Service is friendly. The night we were there, karaoke was in play. As one might expect, some better than others. Overall, a good night as expected. Then we bounced over to Rock Bottom for live music.