This place was amazing. The food was delicious. Staff was…read morevery friendly. Manager stopped by and inquired about our meals. That was really nice. Enjoy

We've been here several times-we prefer coming at off peak times. The service has been great. Most…read moreof the menu has fried seafood. But the seasoning/batter is delicious. We absolutely love their fries. It is a very spacious-indoor only establishment. The can accommodate for large parties being that the second floor is very spacious.

Very nice meal. We had the "Nathan's special" good portion size and virtually had leftovers, but I…read moremanaged to finish it all. Fresh raw oysters with fresh horseradish and cocktail sauce. Service was great too!

Went to this location because I waanin town for a conference and my buddy said it was good…read more Walked in and location looked like a little convenience store with a restaurant. Got a seat and saw the Joey's special and got that. Also ordered a salad and hush puppies. The appetizer came out almost at the same time as my meal no biggie. Huskies were ok nothing special. Now the salad was a huge disappointment first off the waiter didn't ask what dressing I wanted and brought out ranch no biggie went and just changed it out. They dont have a huge selection of dressing but got one. Now the salad was warm room temp warm gross first time I have ever eaten a room temp salad not my favorite but on principle at it anyway. My meal came out and everything looked fantastic the fish, shrimp, oysters, and crab. Everything tasted greeted except the coleslaw it was room temp and who eats room temp coleslaw every restaurant I've ever eaten coleslaw slaw its cold and delicious. Fried fish 5 outa 10 ok Fried oysters 5 outa 10 ok Fried shrimp 5 ouat 10 ok Salad 2 outa 10 Not good Hush puppies 3 outa 10 ok Coleslaw 1 outa 10 warm I'd come.back for the fish and shrimp. My buddy got the grilled shrimp and they looked fantastic

If you find yourself anywhere near South Padre Island, do yourself a favor and order the shrimp…read morescampi at The Grouchy Gringo. It is nothing short of outstanding. The shrimp are perfectly cooked--tender, plump, and buttery--so fresh they practically melt with each bite. The garlic-infused sauce is rich without being heavy, coating the pasta in a silky finish that brings everything together beautifully. But what truly elevates this dish are the tomatoes. They are delightfully sweet, bright, and bursting with flavor, adding a fresh, vibrant contrast to the savory scampi. Every forkful strikes that perfect balance of citrusy zest, garlic warmth, and natural sweetness. The Grouchy Gringo may have a playful name, but there's nothing grouchy about this plate. It's the kind of dish that makes you slow down, savor each bite, and already plan your next visit before you've even finished. Absolutely five-star worthy.

The Grouchy Gringo is a new restaurant since the last time we visited SPI two years ago. We like…read morecajun-creole food so were attracted to this restaurant right away. On our first visit, we were enthusiastically welcomed for lunch. The dining area is to the right side of the main entrance. Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. He stayed a bit at our table to tell us a little bit about the restaurant. The menu you is very fun to read. For lunch, I ordered a cup of chicken and andouille sausage gumbo. The "cup" was large enough to share although I really didn't want to share it. I can't imagine how large a bowl of gumbo will be. I love good gumbo and this was very tasty. A slice of garlic bread is included with the gumbo. Delicious! I also ordered the "fried yardbird" sandwich which is a batter-fried chicken sandwich with crispy lettuce and a large tomato. French fries are included with the sandwiches. My husband purchased the "Friday Special" which was a flounder, nicely breaded and fried and a side of the french fries. We returned on Sunday for breakfast. This Sunday happened to be a cold windy day, and we were the first customers to arrive - definitely grouchy gringos due to the cold and the wind. We had a different waiter this time, and he was so friendly and greeted us warmly. He changed the ambiant music that was playing to a nice selection of soft "blues" which happens to be our favorite music. We both ordered Polly's Biscuits and Andouille Sausage gravy. Polly's Biscuits and Gravy includes two small, but very flaky biscuits and a generous portion of gravy. We also ordered scrambled eggs as an add-on. We were pleased with this selection for breakfast. By the time we left the restaurant, we were pleased to see many other people arriving for breakfast. The Grouchy Gringo is a very large venue, so I hope that it will become a very popular location in SPI because it is definitely a "keeper." It will be awhile before we return to the island, but we will definitely return to The Grouchy Gringo.

I've never had and food that has been bad here...everything is great here and their waist staff are…read morevery good at making you feel welcome. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and good seating.

Los Tortugo's is a combo seafood market and restaurant ... we went to dinner at the restaurant…read more It's an OK place ... service was very slow. We sat outside, and it took 20 minutes and multiple requests to get a server to our table. Most of our food was delivered barely warm. We ordered the crab cake and grilled crab claws appetizers. Just OK ... Dinner was flounder and red snapper. The fish was good, was as noted served lukewarm. The star of the evening was the salsa, served with the chips ... complimentary! Awesome salsa... simple, sautéed tomatoes, onion and jalapeño... delicious! Plenty of good seafood places in the SPI area, we likely won't be back. Cannot recommend...

We've been visiting South Padre Island for years and somehow completely missed Sea Ranch -- and now…read morewe're wondering how! From the moment we walked in, everything was excellent. The hostess was welcoming, and our server, Tyler, was absolutely great: attentive, friendly, and made our experience feel special. The food was wonderful across the board -- truly one of those meals where everything at the table was a hit. We were also celebrating a birthday, and the staff helped make it a memorable night. Sea Ranch is officially added to our must-visit list whenever we're in SPI. We will definitely be back!

I recently dined at Sea Ranch Restaurant and overall had a great experience. We ordered the steak…read moreand lobster along with the shrimp scampi pasta. The lobster was delicious, though it came out a bit cold. The steak, on the other hand, was cooked to perfection--definitely a highlight of the meal. The shrimp scampi tasted super fresh and flavorful, but the pasta itself was slightly bland. What really stood out was the excellent service and the cleanliness of the restaurant. The staff was attentive, and the atmosphere made for a very enjoyable dining experience. Definitely worth a visit

A trip to Pirate's Landing is basically a must for my partner and me anytime we're in Port Isabel…read more It's his favorite fishing spot, and honestly, it's become one of my favorite little traditions too even though I don't like fishing, I go for my man! There's a long pier you can walk out on to fish, and we usually catch red drum, hardhead catfish, and sometimes even crabs. Most of the time the fish are too small to keep, so we throw them back, but it's still such a relaxing and enjoyable experience. It's less about what we catch and more about spending time together. I really appreciate the setup. There are picnic tables and chairs where you can sit and hang out, which makes it easy to spend a few hours comfortably. There's a convenience store stocked with fishing gear, a concession stand (which I still need to try!), and even a fried chicken spot nearby if you want something quick to eat. Plus public restrooms, which is always a huge win when you're out all day. They also have a great restaurant and bar, so whether you're there to fish, grab a bite, or just relax by the water, you really have everything in one place. I've been here more times than I can count, and it's always part of our plans when we head to SPI. It's just the best place to go. Keep in mind that you have to pay for every fishing pole that you bring in. You also have to pay to be a spectator.

Pirate's Landing at Port Isabel is one of our regular dining locations when we visit South Padre…read moreIsland. The food is always good and the wait staff is very friendly. This restaurant has a large menu with daily specials. We tried the Southwest Chicken Sandwich with waffle fries because it was a daily special. It's good, but I prefer the fried Chicken Breast Samich. The chicken and ham on the Southwest Chicken Sandwich is skewered with long wooden picks which I learned was to keep the food in place.The large slice of chicken with the ham kept sliding off the bun. It does have a nice salsa dressing. The Chicken Breast Samich includes crispy fresh lettuce, a large slice of tomato and pickles on a toasted bun with waffle fries. Very tasty. My dining companion had the fried red fish with waffle fries. This is a large portion of friend red fish. Also very tasty. We had A a very friendly waiter both times that we were there. This is a very large restaurant with a lot of people coming and going. Live music is provided every day from 3pm to 6pm. A nice selection of cocktails. I recommend the Key Lime Pina colada. I was very pleased to see that the restaurant allowed a man to sit in the outside area with his dog. It was a cold windy day and I worried about them sitting in that wind. The manager allowed the man and his k9 companion to dine inside the restaurant. They sat on the north side away from most diners, but I congratulate the manager for allowing a customer to be comfortable while enjoying the food. His dogfriend was a charmer. It gave me a smile and I will always remember that the restaurant treated a customer with respect.

Nice food and Service, shrimp very nice !!!…read moreAmbiance was great also, i hope i come back in the short time

We got the fried platter appetizer, snapper, and King crab. The fried platter was very delicious…read more However, the snapper was overcooked and poorly seasoned. Also our waitress misspoke and said there was a special on the crab, which led me to order the most expensive crab. Turns out there was no special on any crab per the manager, and I paid $100 per lb. Bill was like $180 for mid food.

CHILL PLACE TO HANG OUT Great bar menu that has something…read morefor everyone (except vegetarians). I had the boiled shrimp (best on the island!), we shared the nachos(simple, but the homemade chips were fantastic, large portion), hubbs had a cheese burger and said it was dellicious. We shared a corn dog and it was better than the TX State Fair's. Nice crunch on the outside, perfectly moist on the inside. Ok to the important stuff ---drinks. VERY priced and don't let the plastic cups fool you...the pours are SOLID. Hubbs had a Long Island ice tee, me a double Buff trace with a splash of water. We love this place and the staff is great!!!

This place was recommended but nothing that's made me want to come back…read more. From drinks to food. Next day we went to the Longboard. Which the food and drinks were awesome but the service was less than mediocre.

We went on a Friday in early April (no spring breakers). They had live music and the patio is…read moreperfect for drinks and lounging. The drinks are average.....don't expect to call any top shelf liquors. It was a Thursday and they have a special on ribs. The ribs were excellent and a pleasant surprise. There were several servers are solid and they were friendly.

Terrible! Went with our family and two of the meals had hairs in them, my rice had a long white…read morestring in it, chicken and burgers were all over cooked, and they don't de-vein the shrimp! Server was nice, as was the manager. But it took a VERY long time for them to decide how to handle it- they removed some of the items from our bill. The bathrooms were disgusting, couldn't even change the baby in there, too nasty, in the men's- hair net sitting out, and just very dirty conditions. Very disappointed- it's such a great location with a gorgeous view!