Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Corpus Christi / McAllen

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Updated January 05, 2025

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Dodici Pizza and Wine

5.0

5 (267)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Brownsville

About the restaurant

Dodici Pizza + Wine serves delicious brick oven pizzas with a spectacular wine list to pair.
Neapolitan pizza, vegan and gluten free options. Garden patio seating.

Top review

Cheryl

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing as always, both the service and the foodl! We had the Grilled Caesar Salad, which is more than enough for 2, then a Sweet Sting & a Carlito Pizza. We like to have enough for a snack the next day! Sat out in the Courtyard and pretended I was in Italy!

SALT

4.9

4.9 (1370)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

McAllen

About the restaurant

SALT-New American Table, brought to you by the owners of McAllen’s house.wine & bistro. and Salomé on Main, Chef Larry Delgado and his lovely wife Jessica Delgado. The chef driven menu features local, organic and sustainable products, and a full service bar that boast beautiful, boutique wines, craft beers, and high end spirits!

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Jeff

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience from the time we entered restaurant… great service and food

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Gabriela's Seafood + Tapas

4.9

4.9 (219)

$50 and over

Seafood

Rockport

About the restaurant

Located off the water in Rockport, TX, Gabriela's Seafood + Tapas brings you the freshest seafood sourced locally with various delicious tapas to choose from. Enjoy sweeping views of the waterfront from our 2nd story, chic and cozy dining area while enjoying fine latin-infused cuisine made fresh daily.

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GeorgeVIP

Dined today

The service was outstanding. The Paella, steak, shrimp and crab crostini FABULOUS! If you don’t try the Paella, you’re missing out on one of the best I’ve ever had.

Tortuga's Saltwater Grill

4.7

4.7 (744)

$30 and under

Seafood

Port Aransas

About the restaurant

Welcome to Tortuga's Saltwater Grill! The premier seafood & steak restaurant of Port Aransas

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Sheera

Dined 3 days ago

Food wise Everything was pretty good but the waitress was very inattentive. I asked for well done dry blackened fish which I know is usually not done but was assured it would be no problem,I received medium which I was unable to eat. She finally came over when everyone else was done eating and said she could replace it but I did not want everyone to have to wait for me! I’d go back again but would hope I received better service!

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Republic of Texas Bar & Grill

4.6

4.6 (2523)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Corpus Christi

About the restaurant

The AAA Four-Diamond Republic of Texas Bar & Grill is one of Corpus Christi's top dining destinations. Located on the 20th floor of the Bayfront Tower, this multi-level restaurant offers diners beautiful panoramic views of the Corpus Christi bay. Featuring USDA prime beef cuts, a wide variety of wild game and seafood selections. We acquired the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for having one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world in the past four years. We obtained the 2014 Diners' Choice Award for the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America. Also, won February Diners' Choice Award! Stop by and experience our lounge, it is open daily at 5 PM. Happy Hour from 5 PM to 7 PM

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Stephanie

Dined today

The food was absolutely delicious!! The waiter was extremely attentive and kind. I can’t wait to go back :)

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Filet Chateaubriand (for Two)

Popular dish

Carrot Cake

Ambra

4.7

4.7 (287)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

McAllen

About the restaurant

AMBRA combines a globally inspired steakhouse and a chic lounge creating one electrifying dining experience. Inside AMBRA, every foot of space is filled with eye-catching visuals, varied lighting, contrasting materials and textures, lush plants, and a layout of space perfect for mingling, date night, and dining. Take a seat in one of our stylish dining rooms or enjoy al fresco seating in our outdoor patio while sipping mezcal cocktails until closing time, when you dine with us every experience will be one to remember.

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Ramón

Dined 1 day ago

Nice, effective and professional staff!. Always attentive to anything we needed. Our server Italy was awesome! Thanks

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Experience

Eternal Flame: Valentine’s Day at Ambra

La Doble M Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (31)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

McAllen

About the restaurant

Un restaurante de alta cocina en la cual nuestro menú, inspirado en la exquisita gastronomía del norte de México, conjunto a un servicio excepcional distinguen este concepto.
Esta propuesta culinaria combina nuestra cocina de brasa, los cuales ingredientes y texturas dan una experiencia memorable al paladar, con un fondo donde la música y decoración se entrelazan para crear el mejor ambiente al cliente.

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Anthony

Dined 3 days ago

Service and food are far above average. Great place for a date night/birthday.

Mikhuna Japanese-Peruvian Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (290)

$30 and under

Japanese

McAllen

About the restaurant

Our aim is to bring the flavors of Peru and nikkei to the Rio Grande Valley, while providing a culinary experience that can't be found anywhere else. When you dine at MIKHUNA, you can expect Peruvian flavors that are exotic yet balanced. On our menu, you'll find indigenous Peruvian recipes, Japanese-influenced nikkei plates, and modern flavors you might encounter today in the streets of Lima.

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Lyn

Dined 5 days ago

Ceviche always the winner. Everything was excellent as well, esp my chaufa. Even dessert was divine. Marco is an excellent sever

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Experience

Valentine’s Day at with Mil Sabores, Un Amor

The Republic of the Rio Grande

4.6

4.6 (157)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

McAllen

About the restaurant

A sumptuous, indoor-outdoor bar & grill serving Southwest menu, including steaks & pizza.

At the Republic of the Rio Grande, our attention to detail and the way we present a platter tells you that dining here is going to be special, no matter the occasion. We strive to create a sumptuous and exciting dining experience for all of our guests

Disclaimer: For Friday and Saturday reservations please call the restaurant directly. We recommend giving us up to a 24 hour notice if you would like to book with us due to possible low availability.

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Edwin

Dined 3 days ago

Great food, great service, and great recommendations by our server. Definitely had a great night to celebrate my birthday with my family

Landry's Seafood House - Corpus Christi

4.6

4.6 (1051)

$30 and under

Seafood

Corpus Christi

About the restaurant

As the home to some of the Gulf Coast's most beautiful beaches and unique landmarks, Corpus Christi is the ideal location for Landry's Seafood House. From Landry's picturesque location, an actual boat docked in the harbor, diners enjoy beautiful waterfront views, fresh Gulf seafood, succulent steaks and the sweetest desserts. Guests also enjoy seasonal live music on our deck which offers a limited menu and waterfront bar.

Top review

Raymond

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Our Server Ms. Baiely was Excellent , Fast , Very Friendly and Efficient. Food was Superb , Delicious , and Excellent. Plan to return in a few months w my Grandkids. Great Location n Loved the Scenery. Raymond n Martha Cuevas. San Antonio. Retired USMC Veteran.

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