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Grapevine Cafe - South Padre Island

4.3 (1.3k reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Loaded Hashbrowns and Eggs*
Jennifer D.

Stopped in for breakfast! The hubby's Spanish omelette was really good. A plus, they have fresh jalapeños. This is a big deal for my man. I ordered the loaded hashbrowns! Yummy .

chicken and waffles
Brian T.

I've been coming to Grapevine Cafe for years. Service has always been friendly, prices are reasonable, and it scratches the brunch itch when you're in the area. The problem is I keep forgetting why I stopped coming, and then I come back and remember. Twice now, two years apart, I've made the mistake of ordering the chicken and waffles. You'd think I'd learn. Both times the chicken was so overcooked it was practically jerky. Dry, tough, hard to chew. I don't know what's happening in that kitchen but the chicken needs significantly less time in whatever it's touching. Well-executed fried chicken should have a crust with some snap and meat that's still got moisture in it. This had neither. The wife and I split the banana french toast on the most recent visit hoping to salvage something from the meal. It was fine in the way that something sweet and warm is technically fine, but it was too sugary and didn't leave any impression worth describing. Forgettable. This is a place with decent bones. The staff is good. The prices won't offend you. But the kitchen is not delivering, at least not on what we've ordered, and I've now given it the same chance twice across two years. Writing this mostly as a note to myself: stop ordering the chicken and waffles. Or maybe just stop coming for a while until something changes.

Vietnamese coffee
Mary T.

Beach bumming all day had me worn out and I needed a little pick me up for the long evening ahead. Spotted this little coffee shop on the way to dinner and pulled in for a quick iced coffee. I saw Vietnamese coffee on the menu and just had to give it a go and I'm glad I did! The coffee was dark and strong and was balanced by the sweet and creamy condensed milk. Such a lucky find and I'll be back for a morning brew and will try out their breakfast options!

Taco
Jinx R.

I loved this place. So good and so cute Eggs and bacon were amazing! I got the gluten free pancakes were not that good (according to my gluten free friend) they were kinda hard and not fluffy. But they had goat cheese and I love goat cheese so it made up for it. Potato's are good. I would not recommend going here if you're in a hurry because the food takes a while but the servers were sweet and gave us a discount and chips + salsa. Coffee was also good. I loved the booth we sat in.

Jim N.

We had a delightful breakfast at Grapevine Cafe during our stay in SPI. We were really only looking for coffee, but sat for breakfast anyway ... when in Rome! There is a separate entrance if coffee only is what you want! So glad we stayed... Jesse was our server, did a great job. A couple of lattes started us off (3 shots espresso/ 20 oz for me!), the coffee was delicious, and served HOT, as we like it! Our lunch was avocado toast and a shrimp omelette ... both were delicious! All ingredient were super fresh, served fresh! A very good breakfast, we'd definitely go back! Highly recommend!

Beverages
Jacob T.

I ordered a some drinks for the table (coffees, smoothies, and orange juice and a water) after being seated (no wait at all, the place was not busy). After 20 minutes I had received about half the drinks and had not seen a waitress at all. I eventually had to go track someone to get the check for the drinks I had received, having never gotten the rest of the drinks or a chance to order food. Again, the place was not busy, there was no wait to be seated, and I counted four waiters working 7 tables including ours. The waitress did, however, comp the three drinks we received.

Cheesy Shrimp and Grits and  Loaded Hashbrowns and Eggs*
flora a.

Absolutely love this place. The food is sooo good! Would reorder the shrimp and grits and loaded hashbrowns every day. Service was great! Very friendly staff. If you're visiting try this place!

Huevo a la Mexicana
Monica G.

We came for Labor Day weekend, this place was a 5 minute walk from our condo & it was great! The restaurant it pretty big in the inside. We got seated within the first 10 minutes, I suggest getting on the waitlist Ordered the chicken & waffles so good 10/10 My friend got avocado on toast 8/10 (egg became too runny, was hard to eat toward the end) Also got the Huevo a la Mexican with chorizo 9/10 (it was more chorizo based than pico de gallo) Can't wait to be back on the island and try this place again

Caramel latte
Olivia G.

I've been eating brunch here for the longest time and honestly it's probably the number one place that I love to eat breakfast while I'm on the island. It's so delicious and they have really great coffee.. The service is very good and the restaurants decorated really nicely. I had these huge tacos for breakfast.

Cinnamon Roll French Toast
Derek S.

The ambiance is a welcoming cafe with a modern vibe and the service is very friendly and accommodating. The food is very good, and worth a small wait for. This is the only brunch spot we have tried on the island but I think it would be hard to beat.

Bug in my water.

Came here for my birthday brunch and found a bug in my water. The server showed no concern, not even an apology. Just a new water. Then to top it off he told me since it's my bday he'd bring me a desert. After I brought up the bug he cancelled my desert.

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1 month ago

Coffee is the best and so is the food. Waiting time is what I don't like we normally wait 1hour

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Delicious food. Great service. Family ambiance. Every time we visit South Padre Island Grape Vine is a must.

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Destanie waited on us and she was absolutely delightful. The food was also very good. The coffee was also very good. Definitely recommen.

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We stopped in for breakfast and it was delicious! The staff was polite and we didn't wait long at all for our meal.

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Great food for breakfast lovers and after 11 AM for anyone - Wait staff are also great.

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Is it pet friendly?

They do have a few outside patio tables for dining with pets.

Do you guys accept Apple Pay?

Sorry, not yet. It is in process and thanks for asking because it reminds me to follow up!

Do you have any dairy free or vegetarian options?

For Breakfast we have many vegetarian but vegan options are limited to a couple of options. We have fresh berries with gluten free granola, coconut milk and yogurt(hold the yogurt). We have a loaded hash skillet where the protein and cheese can be… 

Is this a pet friendly outdoors place for brunch? Will be traveling next weekend with my husband and we will also be bringing our 2 small dogs with us.

Yes, we are pet friendly with outdoor seating and accommodate indoors for service dogs.

I'd love to bring a large group (27) for a wedding brunch, but is it Pet friendly?

We have 3 outdoor tables that are shaded directly visible through the adjacent glass. We can accommodate with bowls for food and water as well. We are a small cafe that gets very busy. I hope I’ve answered your question.

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