This was our second time attending the Festival. We arrived early in the morning before they opened…read morethe gate so parking wasn't TOO bad. But I can't imagine what someone arriving around noon would find. Anyway, there were about 16 food booths selling some delicious shrimp concoctions. Of not, some prices are creeping upward as I saw prices of $6 or $7 at some but for the most part, $5 seemed the usual price point. I tried three varieties and enjoyed them. I also tasted one the wife chose which was ok too. There were three or four beverage booths and a few "other" foods like tacos, some sort of potato curls and my wife's five - the funnel cake booth which was the highest price I saw. A funnel cake with berries and whipped cream was $12! She felt it was worth the price so...... my biggest complaint is how tightly packed the tent really is crammed with tables and chairs. There was hardly room to walk between the tables. The music(?) in the tent without the live band was some weird choice and kept popping the breaker, which was actually a relief. We got a few moments of refreshing silence with only the music from the live band, at a comfortable level, plying in the background so we could enjoy a nice conversation. So... suggestions: add more covered seating with better spacing between the tables AND not playing music in one or two of those seating areas for those of us that would like to talk rather than have our conversation drowned out by too loud of music.

This is an annual event for our local Port Isabel community. Idea is great. Just wish we had more…read moreparticipants and more offerings. I mean, who doesn't like shrimp?! We've been a couple of years. Love the live band and the variety of shrimp. This year there were probably 20 booths or so but only half offered shrimp. Others had desserts, turkey legs, misc items so the plus is that there is a variety. The downside is it has so much untapped potential. It was supposed to be on until 6 but some were tearing down by 4. Not good for the overall warm and fuzzy feel you are looking for. The shrimp offerings are $3 or $4 each which is okay for the small bites offered. They charge $5 to get in and that gets you the free band and kids bouncy houses. Thankfully they do have tables and chairs under a big tent. This helps keep you cooler but they put them awfully close together that sometimes it's a maze to find a seat. Nice little dance area up by the band.

food was great can have a cigar and drinks after. waitress was very knowledgeable about other…read moreplaces to try on the island

Fun place to go for a drink & cigars…read more Came in and immediately waited by a friendly bartender who open the humidor for us. Showed us around and my wife and I picked out our cigars. We then proceeded to the bar and smoked & drank the night away. Fun times!

My favorite coffee in all of Brownsville, every time I go home this is a must stop for me!read more

What a little gem!! I love this place whenever I am in Brownsville! Enjoy their custom coffee,…read morecraft beers or craft drinks! Such a delightful place for snack or Meal! Love this place-support local!

This was.my favorite jewelry store. Everything was handmade with great quality. We always stopped…read moreto get my mother in law something pretty. I wear a ring I bought at least 5 years ago daily. I get so many compliments on it. I believe this store is closed. I have looked for them the last several years with no luck. I keep hoping an online store will open.

We had a lot of fun taking the silver wire wrap jewelry making class at Seas the Day. Shop is just…read moreacross the bridge by the Port Isabel lighthouse. It was a class with myself and two daughters (8) and (10) and Brian was very patient teaching us and we came out of it with some pretty necklace pendants if I do say so myself. Brian is the owner and jewelry artist of Seas the Day. He personally and promptly returned my call (followed up with a text since my cell reception was spotty on the island) to arrange the class the day prior. A good value and a good time that I'd highly recommend! Julie A., Dallas, TX

It's a quaint art gallery on the lighthouse square. There are several artists on display and the…read moreprice points run a wide range.

Great place with friendly staff that is as open as the gallery. Thank you for having us:)read more

Stumbled across this very unique and unusual spot in SPI while wandering around on a cloud, cool…read moreholiday week afternoon ... so glad we did! ABI SPI is a small business incubator whose mission is basically two-fold, provide new and upcoming local artists with space to produce their wares and teach them how to run a business, so they can make a career out of their creative passion. Super nice folks there, explained it all ... many fun and interesting pieces on the tables and walls, work areas, meeting tables and they have art classes too! Highly recommend you stop by and visit with these folks... it's a one of a kind shop in SPI!

Artist incubator. Great little studio area where 6 artist per year are selected to a residency that…read moreincludes retail studio space. We talked with two artist and bought a few works. Definitely Go!

I absolutely LOVE all of their staff! They are friendly, loving, and knowledgeable. I appreciate…read morethem meeting with parents after practice to inform us how are children did at practice, what they've improved and what they need to work on. Highly recommend this location; it's worth the drive even if you're not from Brownsville.

My grandkids love Aqua-tots and if they love it, I love it too! The swimming pool has the perfect…read moretemperature, no matter the weather outside. My grandkids are safe and the place is very clean, the instructors and people in charge are very friendly and they ensure that kids learn this life skill in a safe way. They are bilingual. I am very happy about this place and I highly recommend it. -L. Rousseau

Visiting on business & read review about this place....so many beautiful things to look at! Young…read moreman & manager very helpful - definitely will return

They have the most amazing colorful home decor. You will never find anywhere else except maybe in…read moreMexico. They bring it from deep in Mexico to the US side. Good prices!