We visited Coral Reef Lounge today after a friend highly recommended their Bloody Marys. We were…read morehesitant because of the heavy cigarette smoke, but decided to give it a try. The first drink arrived with a very small snack skewer (pieces cut an inch long). While the drink itself tasted good, it looked nothing like what is advertised online & what was described by my friend . If you compare our drink (first photo) to their promotional photo (second photo), the difference is obvious. Which we totally enjoyed the skewer and wasn't going to complain about the shrinkage of the garnish's. We ordered a second round, and this time there was no skewer at all. When my husband asked about it, the bartender said you only get the garnish skewer on your first Bloody Mary!!!! WOW! I initially thought maybe they had ran out of the garnishes, but my husband pointed out that all the items were sitting in trays right in front of her. VERY Misleading and left a bad impression. The only reason I ordered the second drink is because I wanted the skewer! Between the smoke, inconsistency with the drinks and the bartenders stingy attitude, we won't be returning.

Wish I could give no stars. Came in with my boyfriend after dinner on a Monday. Bartender blantly…read moreignored me & spoke and had a convo with an obvious regular. Did not feel welcomed at all & after not getting a drink left immediately. Don't visit this place as it does not represent the island. Very smokey & much much older crowd.

Chicago night club, located right by the Brownsville bus station is a real Tejano bar. Don't visit…read moreBrownsville without going here. The jukebox has SO. MUCH. SELENA. The decor is about as grimy as it gets; with fake wood paneling and spray paint (?) designs on the wall. But this is an experience as well. Go during the day for a couple of beers, turn on the jukebox, and if you don't look like you're from Brownsville, get ready to be stared at a lot, but it's worth it. I met some hilarious Brownsville natives here and they've told me long stories over beers and Norteño music. Not recommended for out-of-towners at night.

One of the best dive bars I've ever been in! John the bartender was great and so were he locals…read more Enjoyed some Lone Star and Shiner and had a great time! Highly recommend!

The name implies the ambiance. Uber friendly place where the owner happens to be there more often…read morethan not. Friendly folks and reasonably priced cocktails. What else can you ask for.

Very nice spot. The servers and bartenders engage with customers in a genuine way. The food is…read moregood, but the staff rocks! Stop by this place!

This is a great place to wind down. The young lady bringing drinks did a great job and there was…read morean adequate selection.

A nice bar/lounge with friendly staff and excellent customer service. They have DJs that play a…read morevariety of music including tejano! They also have live bands at times. They have added many items to their menu that's now available for lunch as well! Definitely will visit again especially at their bigger and better new location!

Great place after being on the road for 5 hours. Service was attentive and prompt with neighborhood…read morevibe as soon as we entered. Came in for happy hour and had a few beers and my wife had the Mango Margarita. She loved it. Definitely would like to come back for a night event where they have DJ's and live music. Huge bar!

Great authentic TexMex food.Casual, cozy and homey style atmosphere…read more Great vibes, friendly staff.

I have been to the vermillion in Brownsville several times to the old one and new one. The place…read morenever disappoints.

My favorite gay bar (and probably the only one) in the entire RGV. It's divey af but hey, they've…read moregot alcohol. For as long as I can remember coming here, Alfonso and Adam have always been super sweet, friendly, funny and attentive. Drag shows, boozy drinks, pay cover on certain days after very specific times, plenty of parking, and smoking on the patio. All your usual gay bar suspects. Sure, the bouncer who walks around can be a little shyt but I suppose he's just doing his job. Is it permissable for patrons to vape in the bar?? Asking for a friend.

They're using Rico Bay 151 now. Much smoother than the old cheapy stuff they were using, although…read morenothing beats Bacardi lol

We came here early into the night and it wasn't too busy yet. The drinks and service was great. We…read moregot lucky to get a pool table to ourselves so I could attempt to learn, since I definitely don't belong anywhere near sports (pool included ha!). I wish I came back with my people later in the night since they said it was even more fun with great music all night long! I'd definitely return here next time we visit the area.

Ordered to go so I wouldn't know the ambiance . But the service to go order was great . They have…read moregreat wings order them extra crispy ,fries and tacos are good as well no complaints tasted better than I expected it to.