Texas has no shortage of incredible seafood restaurants – in fact, there are so many that choosing one can be downright overwhelming. When in doubt, head to one of our island cities. Fresh fish is abundant when you’re just steps away from the water! Some of the very best seafood in Texas can be found at Sea Ranch Restaurant in South Padre Island. This waterfront eatery serves up mouthwatering catches straight from the Gulf, and you can taste the difference.

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If you're in search of the freshest Gulf seafood in Texas, mosey on over to Sea Ranch Restaurant in South Padre Island.
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Located right across from Beach Park Waterpark, this waterfront eatery has been a favorite among locals and tourists alike for over three decades. Come for the food, stay for the views!
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Start your meal off with some fresh-from-the-bay oysters, served traditionally with red sauce and horseradish, smothered in spinach, bacon, and special sauce, or grilled with wine, lemon, parmesan, and garlic butter.
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When it comes to the main course, the selection is vast and varied. From wild-caught red snapper to cedar plank salmon to seared ahi tuna, there is something for every palate at Sea Ranch.
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Dine like royalty with a fresh lobster tail, broiled to perfection and served with a zesty lemon butter sauce. When available, you can even pick your own live lobster from the restaurant's tank!
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For those craving some surf and turf, you can't beat the tenderloin kabobs and shrimp on a bed of rice pilaf. Jazz it up even more by adding Gulf shrimp, scallops, or a petit or jumbo lobster tail.
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All entrees are served with either soup or salad and one of the following sides: rice pilaf, seasoned fries, sweet potato fries, tropical slaw, scalloped potatoes, a baked potato, or the vegetable of the day.
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Whatever you do, save room for dessert. The offerings change regularly, but rest assured there is a perfect sweet ending for everyone.
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For more information about Sea Ranch Restaurant, including current hours of operation and a full menu, please visit the Sea Ranch Restaurant website or Sea Ranch Restaurant Facebook page.

Have you ever eaten some of the best seafood in Texas at Sea Ranch Restaurant? If so, do you think it’s one of the best restaurants in South Padre Island? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a resort in South Padre Island that’s like something from a dream.

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Sea Ranch, 33330 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA