The Best Restaurants on South Padre Island, Texas

South Padre Island is a spring break haven for rowdy tourists, but the Texas island and its beaches are open year-round. Whether you’re there for kiteboarding or to kick back at the beach, South Padre Island offers various cuisines, including Tex-Mex, Italian, and fresh-caught seafood, many with stunning Gulf Coast views.

If you’re there for a fishing weekend, try ending the day by visiting one of several local restaurants, such as Dirty Al’s or Sea Ranch Restaurant and Bar, which will boil or fry your catch for you. And it wouldn’t be a trip to SPI without a cocktail or frozen beverage. Between margaritas with fresh-pressed juices from Viva SPI and craft beer from Padre Island Brewing Co., there are plenty of options on the island to treat yourself on your next vacation. Fuel up and unwind using this map of the best restaurants on South Padre Island.

Eater has updated this map to add Hedera Tropical Grill and remove Daddy’s Seafood & Cajun Kitchen.