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Port Aransas Dining Guide

Kid Friendly Restaurants in Port Aransas

Traveling with kids? These family-friendly restaurants in Port Aransas serve up kid-approved menus in relaxed, welcoming atmospheres. No fancy dress code required.

34 restaurants
Coffee Waves
$$
Coffee & Sweets

Coffee Waves

4.6(2,051)

Beloved coffee shop and gelato bar in downtown Port A.

Outdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Port A Pizzeria
$
Pizza & Italian

Port A Pizzeria

4.5(3,801)

Top-rated downtown pizza with fresh ingredients and fast service.

Kid Friendly
Seafood & Spaghetti Works
$$
Seafood

Seafood & Spaghetti Works

4.5(5,965)

Family-friendly seafood and Italian combo on Highway 361.

Kid Friendly
Venetian Hot Plate
$$
Pizza & Italian

Venetian Hot Plate

4.5(619)

Authentic family-owned Italian since 1995. Reservations recommended.

Kid FriendlyReservations
La Playa Mexican Grille
$$
Mexican & Tex-Mex

La Playa Mexican Grille

4.4(978)

Authentic Mexican cuisine in downtown Port Aransas.

Outdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Tortuga's Saltwater Grill
$$
Seafood

Tortuga's Saltwater Grill

4.4(2,224)

Popular downtown seafood and steaks with outdoor patio dining.

Outdoor SeatingKid FriendlyReservations
FINS Grill & Icehouse
$$
American & BBQ

FINS Grill & Icehouse

4.3(4,977)

Waterfront burgers, seafood, and ice-cold drinks in downtown Port A.

WaterfrontOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
MacDaddy's Family Kitchen
$$
American & BBQ

MacDaddy's Family Kitchen

4.3(3,868)

Family-style BBQ and comfort food in the heart of Port A.

Kid Friendly
Blue Water Cowboy
$$
Seafood

Blue Water Cowboy

4.1(760)

Seafood and sushi on the 361 corridor with a relaxed vibe.

Kid Friendly
Trout Street Bar & Grill
$$
Seafood

Trout Street Bar & Grill

4.0(1,742)

Waterfront marina dining with Gulf seafood and steaks since 1996.

WaterfrontOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Virginia's On the Bay
$$
Seafood

Virginia's On the Bay

4.0(4,931)

Waterfront seafood dining with bay views in downtown Port A.

WaterfrontOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Drifters Deli
$$
American & BBQ

Drifters Deli

4.9(68)

Perfect 5.0-rated deli with fresh sandwiches and quick bites.

Kid Friendly
Aloha Acai
$$
Coffee & Sweets

Aloha Acai

4.8(37)

Top-rated acai bowls and smoothies on Highway 361.

Kid Friendly
Miss K's Kitchen
$$
Seafood

Miss K's Kitchen

4.7(241)

Beloved local deli near the marina with fresh sandwiches.

Kid Friendly
Barefoot Beans
$$
Coffee & Sweets

Barefoot Beans

4.5(369)

Cozy coffee shop with specialty drinks in downtown.

Outdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Coach's Island Grill
$
Breakfast & Brunch

Coach's Island Grill

4.5(1,275)

Popular breakfast and lunch spot with hearty American classics.

Kid Friendly
Irie's Island Bakery
$$
Breakfast & Brunch

Irie's Island Bakery

4.5(1,701)

Artisan bakery with fresh pastries, breads, and lunch specials.

Kid Friendly
Dylan's Pizzeria
$$
Pizza & Italian

Dylan's Pizzeria

4.4(614)

Pizza and Italian classics on the 361 corridor.

Kid Friendly
Desserted Island Ice Cream
$
Coffee & Sweets

Desserted Island Ice Cream

4.3(1,356)

Homemade ice cream and desserts for a sweet island treat.

Kid Friendly
Donut Palace
$
Breakfast & Brunch

Donut Palace

4.3(439)

Classic donuts and breakfast treats to start your beach day.

Kid Friendly
The Phoenix Restaurant & Bar
$$
American & BBQ

The Phoenix Restaurant & Bar

4.3(349)

Upscale-casual dining in Island Moorings with craft cocktails.

Outdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Restaurant San Juan
$
Mexican & Tex-Mex

Restaurant San Juan

4.2(4,535)

Budget-friendly authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex local favorite.

Kid Friendly
Sip Yard Port A
$$
Bars & Grills

Sip Yard Port A

4.2(311)

Multi-vendor food hall with live music and pet-friendly patio.

Outdoor SeatingPet FriendlyKid FriendlyLive Music
The Crazy Cajun
$$
Seafood

The Crazy Cajun

4.2(1,965)

Hands-on Cajun seafood boils dumped right on your table.

Kid Friendly
Bernie's Beach House
$
Bars & Grills

Bernie's Beach House

4.1(863)

Beachy burgers and sandwiches with pet-friendly outdoor seating.

Outdoor SeatingPet FriendlyKid Friendly
Cancun Grill & Cantina
$
Mexican & Tex-Mex

Cancun Grill & Cantina

4.1(1,576)

Affordable Tex-Mex with margaritas and cantina vibes.

Kid Friendly
Port A Poke & Sake
$$
Asian & Poke

Port A Poke & Sake

4.1(312)

Fresh poke bowls, sushi, and boba tea on Highway 361.

Kid Friendly
BierHaus Port Aransas
$$
Bars & Grills

BierHaus Port Aransas

4.0(656)

German-inspired beer garden with burgers and tacos.

Outdoor SeatingPet FriendlyKid Friendly
Black Marlin Bar & Grill
$$$
Fine Dining

Black Marlin Bar & Grill

4.0(513)

Upscale coastal dining at Palmilla Beach Resort with live music.

Outdoor SeatingKid FriendlyLive Music
Castaway's Seafood & Grill
$$$
Seafood

Castaway's Seafood & Grill

4.0(2,526)

A 19-year Port A staple that families return to year after year. The crab boil is consistently great

Outdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Grumbles Seafood Co.
$$
Seafood

Grumbles Seafood Co.

4.0(1,691)

Casual waterfront seafood on the 361 with fresh Gulf catch.

WaterfrontOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Island Cafe
$
Breakfast & Brunch

Island Cafe

4.0(1,379)

All-day breakfast and American comfort food in downtown.

Kid Friendly
Stingrays Taphouse
$$
Bars & Grills

Stingrays Taphouse

4.0(1,099)

Waterfront taphouse with pizza, wings, and craft beer.

WaterfrontOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Whataburger
$
Quick Bites

Whataburger

4.0(3,025)

Texas fast food classic, open late for island cravings.

Kid FriendlyLate Night

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best family-friendly restaurants in Port Aransas?
Port A Pizzeria, Seafood & Spaghetti Works, MacDaddy's Family Kitchen, FINS Grill & Icehouse, and Coach's Island Grill are all great choices for families.
Are there restaurants with kids menus in Port Aransas?
Most family-friendly restaurants in Port Aransas offer dedicated kids menus with favorites like pizza, burgers, chicken tenders, and mac & cheese.