"Authentic Southern-Fried Seafood Done Just Right" 08-04-2025…read more A huge shoutout to the cooks at Baffin Bay Seafood! These guys seriously know how to throw down in the kitchen. If you're craving fresh, authentic southern fried seafood, look no further; this is the spot. My husband and I stumbled across Baffin Bay on our way back to Houston from Edinburg, Texas. We were starving, craving some good ol' fried seafood, and after scouring the web, this baby popped up about an hour's drive away from Edinburg. By the time we arrived, our appetites were in high gear, and let me tell you, the wait was worth every mile. From the very first bite, we knew we'd hit the jackpot. Hubby and I were beyond satisfied that we chose this place over all the other options that Yelp had to offer. The rave reviews are well-deserved, and those food photos online? They don't lie. I could practically smell and taste the fried black drum fillets through the screen, and the real thing delivered even more flavor than I imagined. The atmosphere had that warm, small-town vibe where everyone knows everyone, reminded me a little of that series, "Dawson's Creek." We were greeted by the nicest woman (wish I had gotten her name), and right away we felt at home. Now, don't be fooled by the outside of the building, it might not look like much, but we all know the saying, "Looks can be deceiving." Inside, it's cozy but not cramped, with patio seating option that overlooks the bay. The view is calm and peaceful, the perfect backdrop for good food and drinks. Sadly, we didn't have time to sit and linger, but believe me, I was eyeing that bar! They had some of my favorites stocked on the shelf, Tito's Vodka, Apple Crown Royal, and 1800 Silver. Next time, I'm planting myself on a barstool and unwinding with a cocktail or two. Food Ratings: Fried Red Fish- 5/5 - Fried to Crispy-Golden-Brown Perfection! Fried Shrimp - 5/5 - Fried to Crispy-Golden-Brown Perfection! Redfish Po'Boy - 5/5: Fully loaded, fresh veggies, golden-brown toasted hoagie: mouthwatering. Fried Onion Rings - 5/5: Authentic and hand-cut, not the frozen stuff. Fried Okra- 5/5 - Tasted super fresh like they had been picked straight from the garden. Steamed Broccoli- 5/5: Perfectly cooked, tender but still with a crunch. Tartar Sauce- 5/5: Tangy, bold, and packed with flavor (a little strong on the onion, which I loved). Hubby went with the fried redfish Po'Boy and fried okra. He originally wanted black drum, but since they were out, he settled for the red, and he swears it was the BEST Po'Boy he's ever had. We both agreed that they are very generous with their portion sizes. I ordered the Take Two Fried Platter which comes with shrimp and your choice of fish (red, cat, or black drum), accompanied by two sides; I opted our for steamed broccoli and fried onion rings with the red fish. Everything came out hot, fresh, and fried to absolute perfection. Not a single bite disappointed. Bottom line: this place is the real deal. If you're near the Gulf of Mexico and want authentic, down-in-the-Valley, southern fried seafood, make Baffin Bay Seafood your go-to because this is the place to get it! I'm already planning my return visit. Highly, highly recommended; you will not be disappointed! Guaranteed.

Waited forever. They didn't have any drum. Out of dr pepper. The food was bland. The coleslaw was…read morewarm ugh. The avocado salad barely had any avocado. The ribeye was the thinnest steak i have ever had. Ordered medium rare and came out will done. Fried fish and shrimp had the smallest portions for $24! We won't be back unfortunately.

I stumbled upon this restaurant driving through Orange Grove and I am so glad I did. All homemade…read morelocal American food served with a smile and boy was it all good. I had the lasagna lunch special that was big enough to serve 2 adults and a child. I drove out of my way the next day to try the quesadilla daily special and a slice of homemade pie. Reasonably priced at $11.00!! Big portions and family atmosphere. What a great place!

What a great place! Super friendly staff, very attentive, and good ol' delicious food. The place…read morewas super chill. I got the jalapeño cheese burger. I can honestly say that this was one of the best burgers I've ever had! The meat was flavorful, tender, juicy, with crispy edges from the cooktop (I'm assuming). The bun was toasted and buttery! The classic toppings were fresh. The waffle fries were to die for! Loved all of it!

Everything is made fresh so it may take a while. Staff was…read morealright. Fried chicken and sides were all great. They were out of fried okra and cabbage which was a bummer. Cornbread is good but a little too sweet for me.

We moved here from Austin, and this place has that same relaxed, cool vibe we love. The service was…read moregreat, the staff was so friendly, and the food was absolutely delicious--honestly, it reminded me of my grandma's cooking. It's the perfect spot to wind down after a long day with a glass of wine or a martini. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to!

Let me start off by saying I was super upset that there was no one here on a Sat from 8-9:30pm. The…read moreplace is gorgeous on the inside and is perfect for date night, girls night out, or a family dinner. The restaurant is located in the art gallery building and there is parking located at the building. I really wanted the Bloody Mary shooter but was told that they don't sell it on its own and that it comes with the order of crab crake. But my server was amazing and made it happen. We started off with the drum nachos. That was the of the show. We enjoyed it so much. The drum was cooked to perfection and the lettuce with the cheese and the crema were delicious. We ate everything. The oysters weren't anything special. They were still attacked to the bottom of the shell so I had to attach them. The watermelon sauce they have to put on them is super good. Our next favorite thing was the red snapper. I had seen pictures on yelp and it looked blackened. When we ordered we weren't asked if we wanted blackened or fried. It came out fried which was ok but I was expecting blackened. It was still really good a tasty and we finished it all. We did order the three cheese cavatappi and that was a miss for use. We thought it was going to be creamy and it wasn't. It got hard really quick so that is something we will not be getting again. Then we ordered the shrimp 41 sandwich. Basically a shrimp po'boy. They only suggestion I would have for this is to ad more of the sauce to the sandwich and offer a side of tartar sauce to dip. We got the fries that can with tajin which tasted good but next time I would say easy on the tajin. For desert we got the bourbon glazed bread pudding. It was fantastic. Based on the yelp pictures we saw it was paired with Ice cream so we thought that's the way it came. So just letting everyone know it doesn't come with Ice cream. I was a fantastic dessert through. ww will be ordering that again when we stop by. I also ordered the lavender haze as my drink and it its presentation is beautiful and it tasted really good. It wasn't overly sweet. Overall we loved the restaurant. Everyone needs to try them out.

OMGoodness! Has to be one of our favorites! We love trying new restaurants in the cities we are…read morevisiting and Gallery 41 had outstanding reviews. We are going to add to those. Beautiful from the moment you step into the museum foyer to get to the restaurant itself. Lovely view of the harbor with all the boats. We were greeted warmly even though it was already 8:00 pm with closing at 9:00 plus I had 3 grands with me. Tara, our server was simply the best! She got the kids orders first while I enjoyed a cocktail. I believe it was called Lavender Haze and was very refreshing. The bacon wrapped shrimp was amazing with the cream cheese. I will never think of creamed spinach the same. This side was prepared with fresh spinach and was not overcooked, very nice! You can sit outside as well. We loved everything about Gallery 41!

Best meal near Port Aransas. Small establishment with great character, indoor and outdoor seating…read more Service is steady but servers seem overwhelmed at times. Pleasant staff.

Phoenix is very close to the marina where we had our boat. It is a very small restaurant and pretty…read moregood but loud. Some food was good, Some was sent back. The Fried Green Fried Tomatoes with Shrimp were good. Marinated Crab Claws- some good but bland. A few were grainy. Service was good. With so many great restaurants in Port A we will probably not return.

NOTE... there are not a lot of tables to sit at due to limited space so it can fill up quick, so if…read moreyou don't mind getting there right when they open or waiting a little bit it is well worth it either way. Please keep in mind they are usually low on staff and are working a lot of tables/people at once. With that said Having breakfast here is always a great way to start your day. it's the type of food that's good for the soul, mind and body. And the service is great they are always nice and friendly. my favorite thing to get here are the pancakes. Please ignore the bad reviews for this place...They must be smoking crack or something.

Are breakfast here on a Friday. We were immediately seated at the bar, which is beer and wine…read moreonly - they could not make a michelada. I had The Kerry - gravy over eggs and hash browns with bacon, sausage, and a biscuit. The gravy had absolutely no flavor at all. The hash browns were undercooked and still slimy, like they were room temp frozen ones from a bag. The bacon was almost charred black and tasted like burnt oil. Service was mediocre at best. Don't think we'll be giving it another shot anytime in the near future.

If you like bucket lists then here is one you may not have known about. the Frosty is a Texas…read morebucket list stop known for its Tortilla Burger. We stopped midday on a recent road trip to this small town burger spot with 50s diner charm and friendly people. Just off the freeway a bit, this is a great place for a tasty meal, ice cream dessert or snack pleaser We enjoyed some fried pickles while we waited for our tortilla burgers ( we added avocado). The pickle chips and ranch dressing was good but a little too salty for my liking. The tortilla burger was a veggie loaded cheesy smashed beef burger in two fried tortillas. Greasy but good. Fall all apart but finger-lickability. With a side of hot fries, this filled us up quickly. But not too full to not partake in an ice cream shake for the road. Needless to say, we couldn't move for a good two hours but we felt great having a bucket list item checked and a satiated palate.

Great burgers! We had both the regular fries and the curly fries. Both were awesome! Fast…read moreservice!

Excellent food!!! Great customer service!!! Nice vibe!!! Clean establishment!!! Highly recommend.read more

Save your money for Saltwater Grill The skimp on food…read moreUsual Portland service none The ambience is like Sponge Bob

I've gone a few times now. Their chicken salad is awesome. I've been getting the Gouda and bacon…read morechicken salad on sourdough and it's perfection. I also enjoy their watermelon drink. Everything is so fresh and their customer service is awesome too!

It's a small restaurant but big on flavor. I wanted a…read moreburger but wasn't feeling fries and a sugary drink. The bacon cheeseburger on sourdough was fantastic. I asked about side dish options and the server recommended a bowl of fruit it was the perfect choice! Then sweating over the standard beverages the gal at the counter suggested I pick from some of the fresh waters. I picked cucumber water and it was lite and refreshing. Honestly the burger was basic, but great and afterwords I didn't feel all greasy. I will go back next time I'm anywhere near Corpus Christi.