Where to eat? SOOOO many choices! Corpus Christi is home to amazing, locally owned restaurants! You will find beach vibes, upscale options, family fun dining, and some of the best food in Texas!

This list is separated by locally owned places on Padre Island and locally owner places over the bridge in broader Corpus Christi. There are of course many chain restaurants to choose from, but this list will only showcase local eateries.

We did the research for you, now all you have to do is decide where to eat!

Black Sheep Bistro- SOOOOOO Good! Steaks, seafood, speciality dishes; great date night or friends dinner

Calypso Drive & Dive- AMAZING food, good liquor selection, spacious outdoor seating for large parties

Desserted Island- Ice cream, all the best: BLUEBELL!

Doc’s- Seafood and beautiful water views

Guajillo’s- Authentic Mexican food and VERY delicious; GF and vegetarian options also

Magnolia Grace y Mas- Gelato/soups sandwiches; best ice cream place in town, hands down

Meridas- New place in town, great drinks; tapas style Mexican Food

Nom’s- yummy Thai food for everyone; generous portions

Padre Island Burger Co.- Fav local burger place

Padre Island Burger Co.- Fav local burger place

Rock & Roll Sushi- Sushi, unique appetizers, and great cocktails

Rock & Roll Sushi- Sushi, unique appetizers, and great cocktails

Surfside Sandwich Shoppe- GREAT sandwich place and yummy cocktails; kid friendly, games for kids

Captain’s Diner- NEW to the island! Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Island Italian- Excellent Italian food and great desserts

Restaurants Over the Bridge in Corpus Christi

Andy’s Kitchen- Local breakfast fav!

Atomic Omelette & Grill- All things breakfast! Especially famous for its omelettes

Bien Merite’- Breakfast, lunch, and coffee…all are AMAZING. Especially popular for its homemade croissants!

Hester’s- A long time local favorite! Multiple locations that serve both breakfast and lunch.

Hester’s- A long time local favorite! Multiple locations that serve both breakfast and lunch.

Hu Dat- Delicious Vietnamese food

Katz 21- Upscale steakhouse, worth the money!

Mimi & Papa’s Kitchen- Good breakfast, also serves lunch and dinner, AMAZING water views.

Pier 99- locally famous seafood place on North Beach

Railroad Brewing Co.- Wide array of menu options, so many amazing chocies!

Sufi Kabob- Excellent Middle Eastern cuisine

Tea by the Sea Cafe: Not just food, it is an experience!!!! Serves high tea and lunch; local fav!!

The Blue Clove- High quality seafood served, along with a wide array of menu choices

The Post- Great cocktails and American-fusion food; great for parties and celebrations

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Finding restaurants that offer gluten free (GF) options can be a challenge, BUT we are here to help! We gathered a list of local places in Corpus Christi that offer a substantial GF menu selection. In an effort to support local businesses, we featured only local restaurants, but Corpus Christi also has an array of chain restaurants that offer GF options. Corpus Christi boasts a growing food scene, and surprisingly a substantial number of places with GF menu options as well.

We did the research for you, now all you have to do is decide where to eat!

B&J’s Pizza- Yes, GF pizza! With two locations, a great drink selection, and plenty of TVs to watch the game, this is definitely a great place for families and sports enthusiasts.

Doc’s Seafood- Water front dining and delicious food, including a plethora of GF options? This is the place! Their drink menu is pretty great too.

Island Italian- Attention all pasta lovers, this local eatery has GF pasta, in addition to other GF entrees. Delicious Italian food, what’s not to love?

Z-Counter- This Asian fusion eatery is a local fav. Asian tacos, rice dishes, and many unique specialty dishes are on the menu, and yes, many can be made GF!

Guajillo’s- Known for their “Mex without the Tex” dishes, this places offers authentic Mexico inspired dishes and a great number of GF options! In fact, all their sauces are GF. Oh and did I mention, this place is rated in the Top 3 Places to Eat in Texas?

Blue Clove Seafood Bar & Grill- Looking for great seafood? Look no farther! This place has many menu options, and just as many GF options to choose from.

Hester’s Cafe- Breakfast or lunch, Hester’s has just what you need, from omelettes to tasty sandwiches to desserts. Their GF options won’t leave you feeling like you missed out!

Ginger Cafe & Grill- Here, you can expect Mediterranean dishes with international cuisine from Greece to the Indian subcontinent, and an array of GF dishes that are sure to please.

BKK Thai Kitchen & Bar- This place is known for its custom cocktails, but their GF menu is also pretty great. There are two locations, and lots of yummy options to choose from.

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