Are you looking for a great seafood restaurant on the Bolivar Peninsula? How about a waterfront grill with amazing views of the Gulf Coast? No matter what you’re in the mood for, we’ve got you covered. In this blog post, we’ll take you on a tour of some of the best Bolivar Peninsula restaurants. From steaks and seafood to Mexican cuisine and barbecue, there’s something for everyone here!
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Although our vacation rental homes each feature full kitchens, we understand that your family may want a morning or evening off from cooking and cleaning up. Vacations are for rest and relaxation. Indulge with a visit to one of our favorite Crystal Beach restaurants. From food trucks to amazing seafood (and everything in between), we have you covered.
Casual Dining
1035 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Lunch and Dinner Hours on Select Days (Closed on Monday & Tuesday)
Enjoy this casual, coastal eatery with seafood & American fare. They also have a full bar and TVs so you can watch the big game.
1901 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
This food truck with outdoor dining options features nachos, birria, sandwiches, and more.
1900 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open Select Hours for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
The Panini Press is a food truck specializing in custom-made Paninis. Be sure to check out their breakfast menu.
1951 TX-87, Gilchrist, TX
Open for Dinner & Select Days for Lunch (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
Located in Gilchrist, this is a great place to grab a burger or other traditional bar food and watch your favorite sporting event or show off your voice at karaoke!
796 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open Daily, 2:00 – 9:00 pm
This fun bar & grill is located in Camp Margaritaville and provides tasty treats with the laid-back atmosphere you would expect. Serving burgers, salads, pizza, and seafood, there is something for everyone!
American Bites
1757 TX-87 South, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
This local food truck is home to the “Big Badass Burger.” It offers picnic tables for an outdoor dining experience.
1295 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, TX
Open Select Days for Lunch & Dinner
Located just below Stingaree’s main dining room, the DownUnder Bar and Grill offers the best burgers and po-boys on the beach. This is the perfect spot to dock your boat and grab a bite to eat.
1369 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
This is the perfect place to enjoy a cold drink and some delicious food by the water. The menu includes burgers, sandwiches, salads, seafood dishes, and pizza. On weekends, live music is also available. Tiki Beach Bar has a casual atmosphere and outdoor seating with beautiful views of the Gulf Coast.
Pizza
2017 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Indulge in wood-fired pizza at this unique food truck. You will love the flavors of Italy on your made-to-order pizza.
Seafood
1295 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
This laid-back seafood destination offers indoor dining as well as seating on their patio. Overlooking Galveston Bay, you will love the fresh seafood featured here. Step off your boat from a day of fishing and directly onto the dock at Stingaree.
1021 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Check out the Tex-Mex-Cajun infusion at Jose’s Cantina. While they focus on seafood, they also offer unique selections like crawfish and alligator.
1709 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner (Open Late)
This is a great location for seafood, burgers, drinks, and live music. The menu features your favorite seafood dishes, including fried shrimp, snow crab, fish, and oysters. If seafood isn’t your thing, you can choose from gourmet burgers and an assortment of appetizers.
Tia’s Ocean Grill (Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp)
2275 TX-87 #15, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Tia’s Ocean Grill offers a huge selection of delicious options, including Po Boys, oysters, shrimp and grits, and steak. It is a great place to relax and enjoy one of their amazing margaritas, specialty cocktails, or the big game.
Check out the complete list of the best seafood restaurants on the Bolivar Peninsula!
Ethnic Eats
703 Madison Ave, Port Bolivar, TX
Open for Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
LaPlayita serves a variety of Mexican food and a selection of fresh, local seafood. Be sure to check out their full breakfast menu.
1780 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Breakfast & Lunch
Spice things up with Mexican fare and street food. This gem is located inside Swedes Food Mart and has a 4.9-star Google rating.
1926 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Lunch & Dinner
This Pan-Asian restaurant offers lo mein, fried rice, spring rolls, and more.
Tacos Rosita
2411 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Stop by this food truck for all things tacos!
1698 TX-87, Crystal Beach, TX
Open for Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Nachos, burritos, fajitas, and more are on the menu at this Mexi-America dine-in restaurant.
Book with Swedes Real Estate
Book your culinary getaway with Swedes Real Estate! As you explore the best Bolivar Peninsula dining and other great experiences on Texas’ Gulf Coast, you can use one of our spectacular vacation rentals as your home-away-from-home! We offer an inventory of properties that vary in size, amenities, and location, so you can pick the home that suits you and your vacation needs perfectly! Please browse our list of rental properties and book your getaway today!
Now that we have broken down the best Bolivar Peninsula restaurants, all you have to do is decide which to try first. Grab your appetite and a few of your favorite people for the Crystal Beach vacation of a lifetime!