Great food. Everything I've ordered so far has been really good…read more We have been several times in the last couple of weeks that's how good it is. Everyone that works there is nice and go out of their way to help you. I'm usually in a hurry so i get our food to go. Going back this week.

We spend a week in Port Aransas every year and have been making an effort to try some of the…read morerecommended local spots each trip. With three younger kids, finding somewhere that they enjoy and that the adults also appreciate can sometimes be a challenge. On this visit, my cousin's wife recommended Surfside Sandwich Shoppe, so we met her and her two kids there and also invited some friends who live on the island. The first challenge was actually finding the place. Even with GPS, it's surprisingly easy to drive past because it's difficult to see until you're almost directly alongside it. Parking was also very limited and a little challenging with our group. Inside, most of the space is occupied by the kitchen and bar, while the outdoor seating area is considerably larger. The outdoor area worked well for the kids, with a chalkboard and some large stackable toys to keep them occupied. I ordered the Cuban Press, while the kids went with burgers. They also have a pretty extensive drink menu. We tried the margaritas, which were okay, although smaller than I expected. Unfortunately, the food took a very long time to come out, and a couple of things got lost along the way. They forgot our mozzarella and marinara appetizer as well as the broccoli salad I had ordered as my side. My Cuban Press was very good, although it's not a traditional Cuban sandwich since they use pulled pork. Authentic or not, I enjoyed the sandwich and the accompanying sauce. The kids were happy with their burgers as well. I didn't get a chance to try the shrimp bisque, but others in our group had it and reported that it was excellent. Overall, there were things we liked, particularly my sandwich and the outdoor area for the kids, but the very long food wait and forgotten items made the experience less enjoyable than it could have been. With a larger group of kids, it also wasn't necessarily the easiest place for us. We might come back without the kids and sit inside to enjoy the bar, or I'd consider grabbing a sandwich to-go in the future. The Cuban was good enough that I'd certainly eat it again.

Great bar/restaurant- we sat at the patio enjoying the weather. The food took a while to arrive…read moreprobably because they were full And busy, thankfully there was a play area To keep our daughter busy. Wife ordered a drink (can't remember the name) and I ordered a pina colada, strangely they both tasted exactly the same. Other than that the food was great. Loved my smash burger with bacon and extra patty added Will come back here if we visit port Aransas again

This place was hit and miss for me, although my oldest son and his wife went there several times…read morefor drinks. They were there for lunch one day with the baby. My wife wanted to stay home at the rental and half a quiet day by herself. My youngest and I decided to join them for lunch on the way to our other adventures for the day. It was kind of hot inside, but the fan in the back kept us comfortable enough. The highlight of my meal was a delicious banana colada. Once I learned to drink it slowly to prevent brain freeze, I really enjoyed it. I had a patty melt with fries. It was really good and a welcome change from seafood. This restaurant does not have many seafood items on the menu. It is mostly burgers and such. We went back with the whole family another night for dinner. It was crowded, loud, and hotter than Hell! I really enjoyed my banana colada, but my ahi tuna tacos were not good. The tuna seemed more like chewy tasteless shark meat to me. If it really was ahi tuna, they ruined it. Everyone else was happy with their meals. My wife who does not like seafood of any kind, had steak bites, which she really liked. The music here is mostly 80's, which was fun, but they really need to work on the AC. We grabbed more drinks and moved out to the play area and deck out back after eating. It was actually cooler back there! The baby played for a while, and we left. I think it is a fun venue for a beach location. It just needs to be cooler. And, skip the ahi tuna tacos.

Absolutely Amazing!…read more There were four of us dining here, and we were all incredibly impressed! We're not local to Port Aransas, but this will definitely be a place we come back to whenever we're in the area. The lamb chops were hands-down some of the BEST we've ever had. The ribeye was amazing, the halibut was amazing, and their lasagna was absolutely delicious. Honestly, everything we tried was fantastic! The service was just as impressive as the food, friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience even better. If you're looking for a great meal in Port Aransas, GO! And if you're on the fence because of a few negative reviews, don't let them stop you. Our experience was wonderful from beginning to end, and all four of us agreed the food was amazing. I would definitely recommend making reservations ahead of time. From what we could tell, reservations are the best way to make sure you get a table, especially if they're busy. Definitely worth the visit, we highly recommend it!

Last night, my husband wanted to take me out on a dinner date after we spent the week enjoying the…read morebeach. This is, by far, the best Italian restaurant we have ever tried! Even on a busy evening, we called and were able to secure seating. From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by every single course. We started with their delicious, fresh bread and crisp salad, pairing our meal with an incredible bottle of Malbec. For the main course, I ordered the Pecan Crusted Halibut, which was absolutely spectacular, and my husband had the Lamb Chops, cooked to absolute perfection. The Parmesan potatoes were also delicious. The service was amazing from start to finish--we were welcomed with warm smiles, and our waiters were attentive and wonderful. To top off an already perfect night, we had the pleasure of meeting Chef Sergio, who took the time to come out to our table. I truly cannot recommend this place enough and we can't wait to return to try more of their incredible dishes on the island. (Don't forget to also try their delicious deserts!)

Brought my family for the Christmas holiday. Great service in the restaurant. Special shout out…read moreto Rocky for making a special drink for my son. Sunday brunch was awesome and flavorful. Looking forward to our next visit. Pat and family

- it's on site - food is decent and basic for kids…read more - no wait - it's basically McDonald's - it's $10 a person or $5 per kids

Gourmet burgers in a casual atmosphere. Wait for the food was a bit long, and the price was higher…read morethan I'm used to paying for burgers, but it was worth it for sure. I love that they offer Impossible burgers and gluten free buns. There is seating inside in a bar type atmosphere, and outside on a covered porch with space for kids to play. Cost for two burgers with fries/ tots was about $50. Initially I thought this was a bit steep but the food was top quality, delicious and we left completely satisfied.

Padre Island Burger Company gets a solid 3/5 from yours truly, and honestly mate, I'm being…read moregenerous because the atmosphere and seaside setting did a fair bit of heavy lifting. let me explain myself properly. This place screams modern tourist burger joint. The sort of establishment where every burger arrives with twelve unnecessary toppings, a quirky name, and a price tag that makes you briefly consider checking your credit score before ordering. Quite frankly the place should be renamed "Upcharge Central" or perhaps "Tourist Burgers Built for Photos, Not Stomachs" The outdoor seating itself is lovely though. Proper island atmosphere. Wooden picnic tables, sea breeze rolling through, cold drinks sweating in the Texas heat, tourists waddling about sunburnt and optimistic. It's the kind of setting where you want the burger to absolutely save your afternoon. Unfortunately... Mine did the complete opposite. I ordered their "world famous" Lulu Burger, their take on a jalapeño popper burger, and I genuinely believe it may have been one of the worst burgers I've had in the last couple years. Now look, I'm not against creativity. I enjoy innovation. But somewhere along the line society decided burgers needed to become science experiments. The moment that completely sent me over the edge? A massive slab of cold cream cheese slapped directly onto the burger. Not melted. Not slightly warm. Not blended into the burger. No mate. Refrigerator cold. The sort of cold where you could practically still see the HEB dairy aisle condensation on it. Completely threw off the texture and turned every bite into a confusing mess of hot beef meeting Arctic dairy product. Absolutely criminal behaviour. Now to be fair, my lovely date ordered the Hangover Burger which was noticeably better. Fried egg, bacon, cheesy goodness, all the things you'd expect after a rough Friday evening involving tequila and poor decisions. Still overpriced for what it was, but at least it tasted like somebody in the kitchen had a coherent vision. The sweet potato fries were actually quite decent as well. Crisp edges, soft middle, solid seasoning. No complaints there. Maybe I'm old school. Maybe I'm too particular. But when I think burger joint, my mental checklist is simple: Hot burger. Balanced toppings. Quality beef. Reasonable price. No culinary jump scares. And unfortunately this place missed the mark on several fronts. 3/5. Lovely atmosphere, decent service, and a fun island vibe, but the burgers themselves simply didn't justify the hype or the price tag.

Very clean and lots of light for reading! Order at the…read morecounter. A menu is provided at the door but no need to rush, you're welcome to sit and decide what you want. I came for breakfast this time. Drinks come out quickly. My breakfast came out before I was done with my first cup. I had lunch here the first time and ordered the fried green tomato, bacon sandwich. It was wonderful but, as anything with healthy slices of tomato goes, it will make your bread soggy so don't let it sit. Children are welcome but the atmosphere is pleasantly quiet. Nice place for a conversation or small group.

This place was so cute! The food was good and Scott was great, he went above and beyond to make…read moresure we were having a good time. The whole place is very cute, you order at the counter and then choose your own seating while they prepare your food. Food came out pretty quickly. We got the brioche French toast and the fried green tomato breakfast Sammie and it was great and so reasonably priced. We will be coming back.

Great food and service! Offers beach chair delivery. Delicious mahi tacos and c-bar burger.read more

Be very careful when using your credit card at this place…read more My daughter ordered snacks by the pool, and the waitress didn't have a portable card reader. Instead, she wrote my credit card number on a piece of paper, which immediately raised concerns. I was later charged twice for the same order. I contacted the managers, who acknowledged the duplicate charge and agreed to refund the extra amount (about $60). Unfortunately, despite three follow-up phone calls, the refund was never processed. At that point, I no longer felt comfortable with the security of my credit card information and canceled my card to obtain a new number. Mistakes can happen, but the way this was handled left me disappointed. I hope the business improves both its payment security practices and its customer service to prevent this from happening to others.

Amazing food., service was fast and awesome local bar & grill…read more I would have never guessed just from seeing it from the outside. I love aransas pass for these hidden gems... Buffalo shrimp is a must!!

Food was amazing and fresh Loved the variety of options! Our server was Kathleen and she was such a…read moresweetheart, amazing service Also family friendly vibes here, bar side available and dining side available. Loved it!