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Mexican cuisine: the best places to taste it in Port Aransas

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La Playa Mexican Grille
89/100 (1462 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Vegan Options
Mexican
Southwestern
Mexican
Southwestern
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Late Night
Fish Tacos
Fish
Tuna
Shrimp Fajitas
Margarita
Tapas
Shrimp Quesadillas
Fish Taco
Scallops Appetizer
Tacos
Tres Mariscos Enchiladas
Grilled Halibut Top with Crab Crumble and Avocado with Grilled Vegetables
Flavored Frozen Margaritas
Tuna Frita
Flan
Burrito
Grouper with Lump Crab Mushrooms and Rice
Shrimp Tacos
Guacamole
Tortillas
Steak Chipotle
Seared Tuna
Fajitas
Shrimp
Ceviche Tradicional
Nachos
Beef
Tres Leches Cake
Ceviche
Refried Beans
Queso
Chicken Enchiladas
Crawfish
Chips and Salsa
Catfish
Crab
Sit down
Seafood
Mexican
Southwestern
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Live Music
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"Our first time to the restaurant, we had dinner at the bar and Susan was our bartender/server and her hospitality was amazing! The food was fabulous!..."
Melissa Everson
"Our favorite Mexican seafood restaurant in Port A! Last night I tried the Los Primos plate, grilled shrimp, crawfish enchilada, rice, and black..."
Mike Castellon
"We’ve been coming to Port A for years and we just tried this place last night. Hands down the BEST restaurant on the island with the best waitress..."
Cassie Eller
"Was our first time at this restaurant. Our appetizer was an Avacado stuffed with crabmeat and covered with melted cheese. Very tasty!!! My wife had..."
John Caoile
"This was my first time at La Playa, and my experience was impeccable!! The service is outstanding and food is absolutely delicious!! This was a..."
Cecilia Valencia
"Best we have ever had, and I'm super picky! you must try this place, great environment! It is cash or check only so..."
Candie Jordan Patterson
"My favorite place to eat! Great food, drinks and the best service!! Love the..."
Rachel Friesenhahn
"There was a bit of a wait but the food and service was great I would definitely come back and recommend to family and..."
Candy Hernandez
"The food was great! And they are definitely not stingy with the tequila in their margaritas! But the tequila cheese cake they offer is the..."
Jeffery Kyle Johnston
"Would love to say the best kept secret, but it's well known, love their crab enchiladas, Susan is the best bartendar in Port..."
Merry Holbrook
"The best Mexican food I’ve ever..."
Karen Glaspy
"Fantastic place with great people ! We took them some fresh fish we had just caught and it was..."
Colin Martin
"My favorite restaurant for the past decade. Laid back atmosphere, great staff, fantastic fresh food, fantastic margaritas. So good to see them back..."
Sara Miller Ryan
"Eat here every time we come down....Excellent sea food!!well worth the..."
Greg White
"Best catering in South Texas area! Loved the self contained food truck. Staff was super, food was Devine! Thank you Greg, Pepe, Janie and Miko!..."
Eileen Parr
"Cash only or checks but there is an atm inside and does charge. There will be a wait (our wait was 40 min)but it’s worth it for the food and..."
Lupe Torres
"Went there twice in one weekend! Great food, great margaritas, and great service. This restaurant is worth the wait! Make sure to bring cash or use..."
dr15
"Great food. Busy place. There is a system for reserving a spot before they open, and don't mess with the GM/Door Lady. She wants NO nonsense! Sign..."
S L
"First off… this is a cash only business (they do have an ATM inside with a low $2.50 transaction fee). Outside of that, the food was exceedingly..."
Travel Couple
"The wait in the heat was well worth it! I had the most yummy shrimp Enchiladas topped with lump crab, yes crab! With a poblano cream sauce, it was..."
Tenishea Turner
"Long wait, but it was absolutely the best beef fajitas I have ever had. I usually only get chicken because beef is usually fatty and not very tender...."
leighsaver
"Amazing Mexican dishes with seafood flair! This was our first time to visit and it certainly won't be our last. My sister and I ordered the shrimp..."
Jessica Reddick Gatlin
"The food at this restaurant is unparalleled! The best Mexican food on the island. Do not miss out on this gem. Definitely worth the wait! Fresh food..."
Laney D
"Great Mexican food service is equally wonderful - food is good and it has a great small place atmosphere - be patient if you go it’s very popular -..."
J P
"I'll get the only negative out of the way first. I can't stand it when restaurants these days are cash only. We actually would have purchased..."
Philip Jones
"We had an excellent experience at La Playa! Our waitress, Susan, was the absolute best!! She was so kind and such a delight! I got the crab..."
Megan Strmiska
"Was definitely the"place to be" we had a party of 11 and had 1.5 hour wait. CASH ONLY!!!! Pretty damn good tex mex. A very small restaurant that..."
Eric Fritsch
"The food is really good, friendly and helpful staff. The frozen margaritas were amazing! It is an eclectic little place and there is a line at the..."
Cidalia Domínguez
"So we came here the last time we came to Port A, on our last day and I have been dying to get back for 2 years.... There will be a wait, but it's so..."
Leslie Vera
"Popular in the island so always a crowd/wait, food is good but pricey. Nice place to take non locals due to location in Port Aransas, Tx. Don’t..."
Ted Diver (Broker Associate)
"One of our favorite restaurants in Port A. Excellent food and service. The staff is always welcoming. The ceviche trio is out of this world. Be..."
Drty Rdr
"I rarely give 5stars.Absolutely delicious! My pepper crusted Tuna was perfect. Awesome customer service. Great drinks. A definite..."
L. Trinidad
Cancun Grill And Cantina
87/100 (1377 ratings)
Restaurants
Southwestern
Mexican
Southwestern
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Tortillas
Fajitas
Queso
Shrimp
Beef
Pancakes
Salad
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Southwestern
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Drive Thru
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Casual Tex-AmEx with home made salsa and tortillas. I was initially disappointed that we couldn’t order brunch (Sunday at 11:15), but the breakfast..."
Corrie DeCamp
"So I seen this place had low reviews a d wasn't going to stop but this place was packed when we drove by. So I took a chance. Well I'm glad I did...."
Ronnie Pearson
"I love this place. Everything I've tried has been excellent. Large portions as well. Got the California burrito this trip. Wonderful and enough left..."
Sandy Mcclellan
"seat yourself! if you can find one. this place is super busy for breakfast, served until 11 am food is VERY good! the refried beans are different,..."
Food “Appetizer” Eater
"Food was great, service was attentive and quick, and everything was clean. My biggest concern when going to any restaurant is firstly the..."
bucky
"Fast, delicious, reasonable price and did I mention fast? We stopped in at 12:30 on a Wednesday and it was packed! There were only a few tables open..."
Jenslyfe
"I saw the reviews weren’t so great but wanted to give this place a try. They are so wrong! So glad we ate here! This restaurant is awesome! We got..."
Momma Lee
"We were almost scared off by the reviews but tried this place anyway. We went for dinner one night and breakfast the next day. Both times the food..."
SEA Barnes
"My husband and I love this place. The prices are reasonable and the food is delicious. The service is always friendly and fast. I always have to stop..."
Annette Berksan
"Very good spot for breakfast tacos. Reasonably priced and pretty quick service. This place gets jam packed on the weekends but manages to be..."
ShovelheadTed !
"My son and I had breakfast and it was delicious. Hot sauce was good and hot. That’s a good thing. No home corn tortillas but that ok. Their flour..."
Ricardo Avila
"Relaxed atmosphere, great service & food! Absolutely in love with THEIR CHARRO BEANS!! I would love to have the recipe, DELICIOUS Mexican spices and..."
Audra Brandt
"This spot is one of my favorite go to spots! Talking about fast casual, awesome staff, and a brightly lit atmosphere perfect for any meal. Always..."
George Mclean
San Juan Restaurant
86/100 (4413 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Margherita Chips & Salsa
Micheladas
Salad
Flour Tortilla Chips with Salsa
Tacos
Nachos with Shrimp
Large Guacamole
Burrito
Tortillas
Margaritas
Fajitas
Peppers
Tortilla Soup
Nachos
Burger
Fish Tacos
Queso
Breakfast Tacos
Fish
Shrimp
Tilapia
Migas
Beef
Shrimp Quesadillas
Menudo
Mojarra Dorada
Pescado frito
Green Enchilada Plate
Cóctel de Camarones
Pancakes
Mexican
Spanish
Television
Drive Thru
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"It was after breakfast hours and Mr. Juan made it possible for my son Mario to have his favorite breakfast food made for him. I was so happy and I..."
Ofelia Puente
"This is the world’s best tastiest food I have ever had in my whole life . This is the most delectable cuisine I've ever experienced in my entire..."
Akhil Reddy Danda
"Absolutely the best Authentic Mexican food we have had in a very long time!! They were really busy, but only waited like 2 or 3 min for a table. Food..."
Vicki Vaughan
"Every time I stay in Port Aransas, I come here for breakfast every single morning. Best breakfast in town, service is amazing, the whole staff is..."
Josh Thompson
"Loved the atmosphere and the decor! Food was good. Wish they put more effort into pico de gallo and guacamole, but I loved how carne asada was..."
Igor Gasovic
"Fast service and excellent food. The chips and salsa were made there. The place was packed full of hungry people. The food comes out super fast...."
Jesse (JP)
"We were in Port A for a stay at the beach recently, and on our first night there we stopped by San Juan for a quick bite. The hustle and bustle was..."
Jim Nabholz
"Sunday night, so it was a little busy but service was excellent, food was excellent without an extended wait time and it was hot. Our waitress was..."
Tammy Spence
"We love to come here for the delicious food and very reasonable prices. Service is always quick. There's always a crowd. The atmosphere and the..."
M. M.
"We knew we were in the right place when we saw all of the locals in here. I had a shrimp enchilada along with rice and beans and we ordered guacamole..."
tom mason
"Good Mexican food at GREAT prices. Loved by the..."
Keith Landers
"Great authentic atmosphere and service. I ordered grilled fish and shrimp, it came with poco de gallo, beans, guacamole, rice, sautéed veggies...."
Marina3.14
"This loving family restaurant has it all. Been there many times on vacation. They ALL greet me like I am family. I love every minute there. Food is..."
Jennie Davis
San Juan Restaurant
85/100 (4427 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Carne Asada Plate
Migas
Pancakes
Fish Tacos
Menudo
Breakfast Tacos
Cóctel de Camarones
Salad
Tilapia
Rice and beans
Tapas
Fish Taco
Shrimp Quesadillas
Micheladas
Tacos
Corona-Rita
Green Enchilada Plate
Red Fish with French Fries Guacamole Rice & Salad
Margherita Chips & Salsa
Burger
Flour Tortilla Chips with Salsa
Burrito
Nachos with Shrimp
Tortillas
Margaritas
Fajitas
Shrimp
Peppers
Nachos
Beef
Cheese Dip
Queso
Tortilla Soup
Fish
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Drive Thru
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"It was after breakfast hours and Mr. Juan made it possible for my son Mario to have his favorite breakfast food made for him. I was so happy and I..."
Ofelia Puente
"This is the world’s best tastiest food I have ever had in my whole life . This is the most delectable cuisine I've ever experienced in my entire..."
Akhil Reddy Danda
"Absolutely the best Authentic Mexican food we have had in a very long time!! They were really busy, but only waited like 2 or 3 min for a table. Food..."
Vicki Vaughan
"Every time I stay in Port Aransas, I come here for breakfast every single morning. Best breakfast in town, service is amazing, the whole staff is..."
Josh Thompson
"Loved the atmosphere and the decor! Food was good. Wish they put more effort into pico de gallo and guacamole, but I loved how carne asada was..."
Igor Gasovic
"Fast service and excellent food. The chips and salsa were made there. The place was packed full of hungry people. The food comes out super fast...."
Jesse (JP)
"We were in Port A for a stay at the beach recently, and on our first night there we stopped by San Juan for a quick bite. The hustle and bustle was..."
Jim Nabholz
"Sunday night, so it was a little busy but service was excellent, food was excellent without an extended wait time and it was hot. Our waitress was..."
Tammy Spence
"We love to come here for the delicious food and very reasonable prices. Service is always quick. There's always a crowd. The atmosphere and the..."
M. M.
"We knew we were in the right place when we saw all of the locals in here. I had a shrimp enchilada along with rice and beans and we ordered guacamole..."
tom mason
"Good Mexican food at GREAT prices. Loved by the..."
Keith Landers
"Great authentic atmosphere and service. I ordered grilled fish and shrimp, it came with poco de gallo, beans, guacamole, rice, sautéed veggies...."
Marina3.14
"This loving family restaurant has it all. Been there many times on vacation. They ALL greet me like I am family. I love every minute there. Food is..."
Jennie Davis