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Cafe on the Beach at The Palms Resort

3616 Gulf Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
956-761-2703
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Price range: S$10 - S$48
Cuisines: American
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Scottsdale
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We ate at this restaurant yesterday and loved it so much we came back today. Really wonderful food. We had grilled snapper yesterday - perfect. Today we had that great snapper in luscious tacos. It came with freshly made homemade chips. We had a total of three great margaritas, a side of delicious grilled zucchini, and the best key lime... More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We learned about this restaurant thanks to Trip Advisor and loved it. It is small, quaint, has a great view and great food. The service was terrific and we enjoyed the grilled redfish and fried seafood basket. We loved the small size (maybe 12 small tables) and that it is not touristy. After visiting the island for years and years,... More

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Austin, TX
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18 reviews 18 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Walked in off the beach, hosed the sand off our feet and enjoyed a late afternoon lunch of beer, grilled snapper sandwich and home fried chips. We'll definitely be back.

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Dillon
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136 reviews 136 reviews
78 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013 via mobile

Fun menu w good variety and modern cuisine. Food very good, located on the beach next to hotel pool. Cozy. Service avg. food is worth it though.

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See 16 more reviews by Snowpiste for South Padre Island
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50 reviews 50 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013 via mobile

Good spot on a cooler day. Good specials and well made. Service was uninspired, slow, and unfriendly.

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South Padre Island, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

My husband and I came into eat about a week ago, and I have to say this was an excellent choice. Our food was incredible, I had the Sashimi Grade Tuna, and my husband had the cheeseburger. Not only was the food great, but the atmosphere was awesome too! Our server was Collin and I don't know that I've had... More

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Texas
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49 reviews 49 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

This tiny gem of a cafe sits right on the beach behind The Palms Resort (an ambitious name for a tiny motel on South Padre Island). If you're stumped about where it is, head north on Padre Boulevard from the causeway and turn right on Retama Street. You'll end up right in their parking lot. The Seattle's Best coffee and... More

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2 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

The bloody mary's rock! I ate the lobster eggs benidict and that was good. everyone else thought the food was very good.

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2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013 via mobile

I had the "pure salad" with avocado, zucchini, red onion, bell peppers and pears, topped with their homemade vinaigrette - wonderful!

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McKinney, Texas
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

This place is PERFECT!! It is hidden in the back of a small Inn and you could miss it if you don't know it is there. The area is small and quaint. The food and service are impeccable. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The view of the beach is soothing and relaxing. Take a small jacket... More

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