The best restaurants in Corpus Christi

In the mood for real smoke and sizzle this week? Texas Flame Steakhouse fires its steaks over an open mesquite wood grill right in the…

4535 S Padre Island Dr #33 · ✓ checked Jul 30

Rigatoni’s Italian Restaurant serves that little taste of Italy locals crave, plus family-style meals and catering when you’d rather win…

3429 Leopard St · ✓ checked Jul 30

Black Sheep Bistro blends a clever, seafood-heavy American menu with playful tapas and legit in-house barbecue. Think lobster tacos,…

15201 S Padre Island Dr #120 · ✓ checked Jul 30

Nautically themed seafood restaurant with a rooftop patio, tapas, cocktails, and waterfront views.

108 Peoples St T-Head

Breezy eatery serving brunch staples like fried green tomatoes and waffles alongside a selection of burgers.

100 N Shoreline Blvd

Fine dining on the 20th floor of the Omni Hotel with a classic steakhouse menu & views of the bay.

900 N Shoreline Blvd

Casual restaurant serving French & Vietnamese fare, plus a long wine list, in a classy setting.

First 701, 701 N Water St

Low-key BBQ joint for beef brisket, sausage & beans, plus family packs, in a paper-plate setting.

4931 I-37

Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

6729 S Padre Island Dr

Unassuming restaurant offering a range of Vietnamese & Chinese noodle & rice specialties.

3403 S Padre Island Dr

Utilitarian eatery with self-serve smoked beef, pork, poultry & sausage, plus traditional sides.

4522 Weber Rd #102

Cozy hideaway offering generous portions of Italian & Sicilian specialties & a long wine list.

3815 S Alameda St

Casual restaurant serving burgers, chicken fries, wings, fried food, and BBQ, all with a laid-back barroom vibe.

7114 Saratoga Blvd Ste 222

Casual burger joint featuring fried chicken and seafood favorites such as shrimp and fish.

6734 Saratoga Blvd

Buffet featuring all-you-can-eat dishes (including fried catfish, chicken strips, chicken fried steak), salads and catering.

2426 Rand Morgan Rd

Warm, casual spot featuring pizza, burgers, tacos, burgers and stromboli, plus live music.

617 N Mesquite St

Rustic spot serving an eclectic array of comfort food and an extensive wine list, plus live music.

7629 S Staples St Ste A111

Latin-centric pizzeria offering pies with simple toppings & sides in a fast-food format.

4918 Ayers St Ste 106

Relaxed eatery in a shopping center with a chic vibe offering Mexican eats and cocktails.

3818 S Alameda St

Huge chophouse offering dry-aged beef, Gulf seafood & handcrafted cocktails, plus live music shows.

5702 Spohn Dr

Local standby featuring raw oysters & mesquite-grilled gulf catches, with chalkboard specials.

309 N Water St

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

4221 S Padre Island Dr

Funky, bustling burger bar & live music venue with billiards & outdoor patio.

11878 TX-361

Family-friendly chain for burgers on housemade sesame seed buns, plus salads & shakes.

1949 S Padre Island Dr

Counter-serve pizzeria known for its unique pies, including vegan options, in a casual setting.

300 N Shoreline Blvd

Casual, waterfront eatery at the Art Museum of South Texas serving Mediterranean dishes and cocktails.

1902 N Shoreline Blvd

Easygoing sports bar with a long bar featuring more than 80 TVs, classic pub grub & beer on tap.

15401 S Padre Island Dr

Casual, convivial Italian kitchen serving up classics such as pizza, manicotti & veal parmesan.

10501 Leopard St

Family-friendly chain eatery offering steaks & Gulf Coast seafood in laid-back surroundings.

600 N Shoreline Blvd

Eatery offering classic soul food such as fried pork chops, plus a modest gift shop.

213 S Chaparral St

Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.

1921 S Padre Island Dr

Long-standing, family-run venture offering seafood & steaks grilled over mesquite, plus a full bar.

309 S Water St

Modest pizza parlor offering calzones, lasagna, salads & gourmet pies, plus takeout & delivery.

14493 S Padre Island Dr Ste C

Italian fare, especially pizza, by way of New York in a spare space with red-checkered tablecloths.

5838 S Staples St

Relaxed, primarily wine-focused bar offering food, including highly rated scallops.

2760 Santa Fe St

Informal counter-service spot with TVs & a retro vibe dishing up hamburgers, hot dogs & curly fries.

6542 S Staples St

Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.

6101 S Padre Island Dr

Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.

5488 S Padre Island Dr Ste 1202

Casual steakhouse offering a lineup of grilled fare, seafood & salads amid dark-wood paneling.

5409 Saratoga Blvd · ✓ checked Aug 5

Waterfront seafood shack boasting a large, family-friendly deck with views of the USS Lexington.

2822 N Shoreline Blvd

Veteran neighborhood diner serving homestyle comfort food, including Mexican dishes & breakfast.

5802 S Staples St

Family-friendly, refined Italian restaurant with extensive wine list & private banquet facilities.

1821 S Alameda St

Vietnamese pho, bun & rice dishes mingle with Chinese-style stir-fries at this simple cafe.

6418 S Staples St #102

Grilled chicken, beef and pork entrees offered at this casual, clean, family-friendly eatery.

2301 Airline Rd Ste 109

Busy daytime counter serve providing generous plates of barbecue & sides in a country-chic space.

711 Concrete St

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

5037 S Padre Island Dr

Casual, no-frills Italian restaurant featuring live music weekly & free delivery nightly.

15326 S Padre Island Dr #106

Steakhouse also serving seafood and cocktails in a casual space.

6326 Yorktown Blvd Ste 2

Family-friendly pizzeria for Italian-crust pies, salads and grinders, plus ice cream in a casual space.

2806 Santa Fe St

Traditional eatery serving Italian comfort foods (pasta, spaghetti and lasagna), along with gluten-free options.

3815 S Alameda St

Warmly lit venue with exposed beams for elevated gastropub fare, craft cocktails & an airy patio.

411 Doddridge St #102

Modern outfit for gourmet burgers & nonbeef options, plus spiked milkshakes & creative cocktails.

4902 S Staples St A1

Informal seafood chain serving crab buckets & stuffed shrimp, plus American comfort dishes.

444 N Shoreline Blvd