Absolutely loved the food and our server! Our server was so kind and really made the overall…read moreexperience a 9/10. The only downside was that the ladies seating us could have been a little friendlier, but honestly, the food completely outshined that part of the experience. Yummies Bistro has the most amazing lemon poppy seed pancakes and one of the tastiest breakfast tacos I've ever had. The taco was HUGE, flavorful, and honestly all you need by itself!

My girlfriend and I stopped for brunch and thought it was just good overall. We were seated…read moreoutside, which made for a nice atmosphere in the morning. The hostess staff were incredible and very welcoming. However, our server was a bit inattentive throughout the meal. Refills, to-go boxes, and the check all took a while longer than expected. For food, we ordered the Café Borgía, Chilaquiles with egg and chicken, the Matagorda Omelet with spinach, and the Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes with strawberries and blueberries. Everything was decent, but nothing really stood out to us. The pancakes were pretty dense, and while you could definitely taste the poppyseed, we didn't get much lemon flavor from them. Overall, not a bad breakfast spot, but it didn't quite live up to some of the other meals we had during the trip.

The service was great the mocha had a lot of flavor profiles that made it better then I expected…read moreand the biscuits and gravy the first but it melted in my mouth the gravy was more peppery then usual and the decorations gave of a Texas food restaurant

This place was abnormally busy for the quality of the food we received. The service was decent. We…read morewaited about half an hour until we got our table. The waiter was a little too soft spoken with the amount of chatter in the restaurant it was not easy to have a conversation amongst ourselves either. The food lacked flavor and the shrimp dishes were so "fishy" in taste that they were not even eaten. The drinks we okay but nothing to rave about. Must be a tourist spot.

I loved this place. So good and so cute…read more Eggs and bacon were amazing! I got the gluten free pancakes were not that good (according to my gluten free friend) they were kinda hard and not fluffy. But they had goat cheese and I love goat cheese so it made up for it. Potato's are good. I would not recommend going here if you're in a hurry because the food takes a while but the servers were sweet and gave us a discount and chips + salsa. Coffee was also good. I loved the booth we sat in.

Do not recommend for a larger group. Our group had 5 people but arrived simultaneously with two…read moreother groups. All food seemed well prepared, but ours seemed to get lost in the kitchen and was brought to the table cold. Would have been 5Star if food was served at correct temp. Unique menu, good coffee!

My girlfriend and I really enjoyed this place during our South Padre trip. We went for dinner, sat…read moreoutside, and loved being right next to the ocean. The atmosphere was fantastic, especially with the ocean breeze coming through. We ordered the steamed mussels, the grilled red snapper sandwich, and the grilled red snapper entrée. Our favorite dish was the red snapper sandwich. It tasted fresh and had more of a homestyle feel rather than something overly polished from a professional kitchen, which we really appreciated. Honestly, everything tasted fresh, comforting, and well prepared. The service was also incredible throughout the night. The only slight issue we had was spotting a cockroach crawl from under one of the chairs when we pulled it out. However, considering the restaurant is basically right on the beach and outdoors, insects are somewhat expected, and it honestly didn't take away from the experience for us. Overall, great atmosphere, great food, and a really enjoyable dinner spot in South Padre.

I had eaten here in previous years, so I recommended to my family that we have dinner here while on…read moreour vaca. Man, was I embarrassed for suggesting it. It's not upscale, comfortably casual, pleasant enough for beach front dining à la fresco, but the quality of our food was frankly disappointing. Coconut shrimp cooked too long, grilled flounder definitely over cooked, dry and poorly seasoned. Trimming for baked potatoes comes on the side in little plastic containers. Really? Seafood Bisque was thick like a soft pudding and had a really funky taste. How can you screw up Spinach Dip? Overall, a very disappointing experience for a$120 tab. Service was ok, but I cannot recommend this spot for dinner. Please do better.

The food was amazing with excellent service. The location of family friendly and has space for…read morelarge groups. It reminded me of past diners with in store shop. The food has some Cuban influence with Mexican flavors. Highly recommend this place.

As a gluten free person this place is not recommended. I got an açaí bowl and just removed the…read moregranola and it came out looking awful, everyone in my party thought I was served a bowl of slime. The taste was bland as well. As for my parties meals they deeply enjoyed their dishes and drinks. So as long as you don't have a gluten allergy you can enjoy your meal here. I also wanted to include that they do not have any dedicated friers.

Amazing food, amazing customer service, a 10/10, the pancakes, enchiladas, burgers, everything…read more Would definitely come again.

Wow! What a busy place. We were leaving South Padre Island and wanted to grab breakfast for the…read moreroad. It took a few minutes to come inside and order the to go order. The order took 25 minutes because the kitchen was so busy. While waiting, I observed several locals coming in to eat, being greeted by the family who owns the restaurant. That was a good sign that the wait was worth it. The food was great, even on the road. Tortillas were perfect, not too heavy, but held the ingredients well. We opted for a few small tacos and a few large. Small is still BIG!! Barbacoa was delicious. The cheese used was more Velvetta like, but still not overwhelming or too rich. We will be back, hopefully to sit down and eat there.

If you find yourself anywhere near South Padre Island, do yourself a favor and order the shrimp…read morescampi at The Grouchy Gringo. It is nothing short of outstanding. The shrimp are perfectly cooked--tender, plump, and buttery--so fresh they practically melt with each bite. The garlic-infused sauce is rich without being heavy, coating the pasta in a silky finish that brings everything together beautifully. But what truly elevates this dish are the tomatoes. They are delightfully sweet, bright, and bursting with flavor, adding a fresh, vibrant contrast to the savory scampi. Every forkful strikes that perfect balance of citrusy zest, garlic warmth, and natural sweetness. The Grouchy Gringo may have a playful name, but there's nothing grouchy about this plate. It's the kind of dish that makes you slow down, savor each bite, and already plan your next visit before you've even finished. Absolutely five-star worthy.

The Grouchy Gringo is a new restaurant since the last time we visited SPI two years ago. We like…read morecajun-creole food so were attracted to this restaurant right away. On our first visit, we were enthusiastically welcomed for lunch. The dining area is to the right side of the main entrance. Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. He stayed a bit at our table to tell us a little bit about the restaurant. The menu you is very fun to read. For lunch, I ordered a cup of chicken and andouille sausage gumbo. The "cup" was large enough to share although I really didn't want to share it. I can't imagine how large a bowl of gumbo will be. I love good gumbo and this was very tasty. A slice of garlic bread is included with the gumbo. Delicious! I also ordered the "fried yardbird" sandwich which is a batter-fried chicken sandwich with crispy lettuce and a large tomato. French fries are included with the sandwiches. My husband purchased the "Friday Special" which was a flounder, nicely breaded and fried and a side of the french fries. We returned on Sunday for breakfast. This Sunday happened to be a cold windy day, and we were the first customers to arrive - definitely grouchy gringos due to the cold and the wind. We had a different waiter this time, and he was so friendly and greeted us warmly. He changed the ambiant music that was playing to a nice selection of soft "blues" which happens to be our favorite music. We both ordered Polly's Biscuits and Andouille Sausage gravy. Polly's Biscuits and Gravy includes two small, but very flaky biscuits and a generous portion of gravy. We also ordered scrambled eggs as an add-on. We were pleased with this selection for breakfast. By the time we left the restaurant, we were pleased to see many other people arriving for breakfast. The Grouchy Gringo is a very large venue, so I hope that it will become a very popular location in SPI because it is definitely a "keeper." It will be awhile before we return to the island, but we will definitely return to The Grouchy Gringo.

Food was perfect, interior was perfect, and the gift shop was awesome 10/10. Service was phenomenal.read more

First time here is a nice calm place love the cool tranquil atmosphere here…read more Service was good everyone is super friendly

Definitely a great Place to enjoy their Food and Beverages!!…read moreFood has never disappointed!! It's a hidden gem. We enjoyed the casual laid back atmosphere!!

Not trying to be rude but that is as the "whitest" Mexican food I've ever had. It was a catered…read morestyled dinner for an event so I wouldn't recommend the enchiladas. Maybe try the breakfast?! Johnny B was a great bartender! Try his bloody marry.

Taco for today lunch YUMMY…read more Now for breakfast! Huevos Divorciados my fax off menú special. Highly recommend!

I was a tourist from Minnesota who tried the stuffed French toast cheesecake with mango bits on top…read moreand it was delicious. My family were treated to great customer service that made us feel welcome and gave a personal touch. We were the only people eating there at the time so it wasn't busy but quiet. A tv playing commercials was the only sound we heard besides talking to each other. If you are planning to have a vacation at South Padre Island I recommend trying this place out.