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.
Coffee Waves
Beloved coffee shop and gelato bar in downtown Port A.
Venetian Hot Plate
Authentic family-owned Italian since 1995. Reservations recommended.
Port A Pizzeria
Top-rated downtown pizza with fresh ingredients and fast service.
La Playa Mexican Grille
Authentic Mexican cuisine in downtown Port Aransas.
Tortuga's Saltwater Grill
Popular downtown seafood and steaks with outdoor patio dining.
MacDaddy's Family Kitchen
Family-style BBQ and comfort food in the heart of Port A.
Seafood & Spaghetti Works
Family-friendly seafood and Italian combo on Highway 361.
Trout Street Bar & Grill
Waterfront marina dining with Gulf seafood and steaks since 1996.
FINS Grill & Icehouse
Waterfront burgers, seafood, and ice-cold drinks in downtown Port A.
Blue Water Cowboy
Seafood and sushi on the 361 corridor with a relaxed vibe.
Virginia's On the Bay
Waterfront seafood dining with bay views in downtown Port A.
Drifters Deli
Perfect 5.0-rated deli with fresh sandwiches and quick bites.
Aloha Acai
Top-rated acai bowls and smoothies on Highway 361.
Miss K's Kitchen
Beloved local deli near the marina with fresh sandwiches.
Barefoot Beans
Cozy coffee shop with specialty drinks in downtown.
Coach's Island Grill
Popular breakfast and lunch spot with hearty American classics.
Irie's Island Bakery
Artisan bakery with fresh pastries, breads, and lunch specials.
Sip Yard Port A
Multi-vendor food hall with live music and pet-friendly patio.
Dylan's Pizzeria
Pizza and Italian classics on the 361 corridor.
Desserted Island Ice Cream
Homemade ice cream and desserts for a sweet island treat.
Donut Palace
Classic donuts and breakfast treats to start your beach day.
Restaurant San Juan
Budget-friendly authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex local favorite.
The Crazy Cajun
Hands-on Cajun seafood boils dumped right on your table.
Black Marlin Bar & Grill
Upscale coastal dining at Palmilla Beach Resort with live music.
Port A Poke & Sake
Fresh poke bowls, sushi, and boba tea on Highway 361.
Cancun Grill & Cantina
Affordable Tex-Mex with margaritas and cantina vibes.
The Phoenix Restaurant & Bar
Upscale-casual dining in Island Moorings with craft cocktails.
Bernie's Beach House
Beachy burgers and sandwiches with pet-friendly outdoor seating.
Stingrays Taphouse
Waterfront taphouse with pizza, wings, and craft beer.
Island Cafe
All-day breakfast and American comfort food in downtown.
Castaway's Seafood & Grill
A 19-year Port A staple that families return to year after year. The crab boil is consistently great
BierHaus Port Aransas
German-inspired beer garden with burgers and tacos.
Grumbles Seafood Co.
Casual waterfront seafood on the 361 with fresh Gulf catch.
Whataburger
Texas fast food classic — open late for island cravings.
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