My girlfriend and I really enjoyed this place during our South Padre trip. We went for dinner, sat…read moreoutside, and loved being right next to the ocean. The atmosphere was fantastic, especially with the ocean breeze coming through. We ordered the steamed mussels, the grilled red snapper sandwich, and the grilled red snapper entrée. Our favorite dish was the red snapper sandwich. It tasted fresh and had more of a homestyle feel rather than something overly polished from a professional kitchen, which we really appreciated. Honestly, everything tasted fresh, comforting, and well prepared. The service was also incredible throughout the night. The only slight issue we had was spotting a cockroach crawl from under one of the chairs when we pulled it out. However, considering the restaurant is basically right on the beach and outdoors, insects are somewhat expected, and it honestly didn't take away from the experience for us. Overall, great atmosphere, great food, and a really enjoyable dinner spot in South Padre.

The service was excellent, and the view was beautiful, but unfortunately, the breakfast was…read moreextremely disappointing. We both ordered the two-egg breakfast with eggs over medium, but what we received was closer to raw, with excessively runny whites. The hash browns were cold, greasy, and so hard they were nearly inedible. While we appreciated the wonderful service and atmosphere, the quality of the food left a lot to be desired. When a restaurant struggles to prepare something as basic as eggs and hash browns, it's hard to justify returning. Unfortunately, the great view and service weren't enough to make up for such a disappointing meal.

Seaside Sandwiches were absolutely amazing! My partner picked them up for our beach day and WOW --…read morethey were packed with flavor and loaded with meat. I even saved half of my sandwich for the next day, and it was still perfect. This will be my go-to spot every time I'm in town. Highly recommend! . No pic to show because we killed them

Visit sammies for a cool fresh sandwich made to order. The service is fast. 6 of us ordered our…read moreunique sandwiches and brought them home to have a nice lunch together. There are so many options to choose from. I recommend this little place for sure. Just FYI, the sandwich shop is on the side of the large complex, on the Amberjack Rd. Side. You can park right in front of the store.

First time here. Decided to stop because of the great reviews. Was not disappointed. Clean…read morerestaurant, good food and attentive staff.

This has to be one of the BEST meals I have ever had in my life! I highly recommend this place! The…read moreservice was wonderful as well!

Crockett & taylor were friendly great service…read more they cooked our fish that we caught. taco Tuesday was amazing the hamburger are good alcohol drinks are good

Wonderful food, service and live music. The outside seating…read morewas great. We will be back, many times I'm sure.

Amazing food and EXCELLENT service! We had a waiter/ server named John and he was so welcoming and…read morevery attentive. Best service we have had all weekend! Thank you John, we appreciate your service :)

Viva was an unforgettable experience!…read more The food was delicious, the drinks were fun, creative, and beautifully crafted, and the service was truly unmatched. Everyone was welcoming and attentive, which made the experience even better. One of our favorite parts was taking a quick photo shoot on the boardwalk before our meal. Between the beautiful waterfront views, the stylish atmosphere, and the amazing food and cocktails, the entire evening honestly felt like something straight out of a movie. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, planning a date night, or just looking for an elevated dining experience on South Padre Island, Viva is absolutely worth the visit. We'll definitely be back!

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.

Not even a one star! Don't know what was worse - food or…read moreambiance ? Service was ok - these people need to rethink this place completely- is this an afterthought??!

Best veggie burger I've ever had in my life is right here! Really! Usually a "veggie" burger is…read moresome frozen food patty thing, but not here. This was yummalicious! Highly recommend it. Staff is great...plus, you're sitting outside, chillaxin with friends. Win-win Y'all should go...right now.

Definately not worth the hype or price. Not friendly. Junky furniture outside in back. Weird mushy…read morerubbery texture to the burger I think they say they make themselves. Just not good. Only thing I liked was the fries.

My family and I enjoyed a tasty seafood meal here on a surprisingly busy Saturday evening. Seated…read morewith a view of the water, we enjoyed a tasty ceviche to start off our evening. I ordered the Veracruz, a blackened fish fillet with peppers, onions, mushroom, and more, which was just the right amount of slightly spicy. The portions were ample for the price (under $20) which was the icing on the cake for a delicious meal. Overall, this place is a must try for anyone in the area! As a bonus, there is a nice dock to stroll along after a great meal.

This place is awesome! The dinning room overlooks the bay. The staff was very friendly and…read moreattentive. And the food was incredibly delicious!! Each meal was prepared perfectly. Joceline was sweet, patient and attentive. The price was less than anticipated. Highly recommended!!

Excellent food, everything hot off the grill and made to order. Ambiance is superb, right next to…read morethe bay. Very upscale beachy classy vibes.

The food was perfect, the service was on point and nonstop.... The ambiance was comfortable …read more... We came here for my husband's birthday...and omg the service was great.... And they had a friendly photographer taking photos .

Well, apparently I don't need to praise this restaurant because everyone else thinks it's great,…read moretoo! We had done the seafood thing and wanted something different. My husband and I sat at the bar and Randall steered us in the right direction. Food and drinks were delicious! We even split the lasagna because it was a generous portion. Definitely recommend.

all homemade pasta, cute atmosphere for a date night. the restaurant gets packed so get there early…read moreif you don't want to be on the waitlist! we got the italian sausage pasta & scallops pasta. both were quite bland but the homemade italian sausage was surprisingly smoky and fresh.  all the pastas came with complimentary bread and salad. we really enjoyed the bread and the garlicy olive oil and vinegar dip.