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    Laguna Reef

    4.0 (25 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Shrimp Tacos
    Kelly H.

    A cute establishment with delicious food and fantastic service. Everything was fresh and tasty. There was also a full bar which with a nice selection.

    Sliver of Fish tacos
    Jesus C.

    Came in to eat because of the high rating and was very disappointed. The first positive was the restaurant is very clean. The staff is super friendly when they do attend to you because they don't come by too often. But why was I disappointed? The fish tacos had about an ounce of fish in each taco. They also didn't taste too good. We also ordered the big fish platter and that was ok except it came with the same tiny fish slivers. The food also takes a long time to come out. We waited a long time for our drinks and our food. Sorry I won't be back.

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    David Lee C.

    We were in Corpus Christi for a week long writer's retreat. On our last night, we were going to a seafood restaurant. We could see one out of our window, so we decided to go there. All three of the people we asked about the spot said the same thing - it was okay years ago, but not any longer. They all suggested the same place: Laguna Reef. They were SPOT ON!!! It kind of looks like a "local dive" from the outside -- which I love to try out! We were greeted like old friends. The simple menu had something perfect for both of us. She got the grilled shrimp. You can see how large they were! She could hardly eat them all because of the size. But they were so good she couldn't bear to leave a single bite! And since I do NOT like seafood, I got the chicken fried steak. It was wonderful! Check out the cross section picture for proof this wasn't a mirage. The onion rings were sublime- crunchy yet soft. Shortly after we arrived, the floodgates opened. They went from 3 tables filled, including us, to packed! Every table was filled with happy customers. Given that onslaught, you'd expect service to fall off, but it didn't. At least WE didn't note it. We heard this was "the best seafood place in Corpus Christi," and I believe it!

    Calamari
    Serena B.

    Husband order two fish and shrimp combo with fries. I had the 5 shrimp with okra. We also had the calamari as appetizer. Everything was well cooked and had a great flavor. This is a great place to eat! Highly recommend. Wait staff (Casey) was very friendly and helpful.

    Too well done!

    Everything else was good except the hush puppies were too well done. Maybe next time they will be better.

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    The food was amazing and the service was fast, friendly, and patient! Definitely a place I will return to.

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    1 year ago

    Great fresh seafood. Mom and dad used to go here two or three times a week before she passed away. Family owned with great staff.

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