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    Nucky's Cocktail Bar

    3.8 (20 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Live music
    Good for dancing
    Good for groups

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    Great overall service. Drinks and food were excellent. Good amount of food on the plate. Priced well. Great entertainment

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    Great food. Service is horrible. They took forever & forget they have people to serve on

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    Great environment. Love going to watch the UFC fights, enjoy the cleanliness, the available smoke area, and the great waiters and food!

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    Attentive/friendly bartenders/servers who remember your preferences. Good beer selection.

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    The Gold Fish - Cheers!

    The Gold Fish

    4.6(52 reviews)
    33.8 mi
    $$

    Love this place! We went for a date night and it was a pretty chill night; not too many people, but…read morethey have twinkle lights up everywhere and plenty of options for seating. They bartenders were awesome and they made some tasty and unique cocktails. If you get munchy, there's also a food truck that parks right outside the establishment.

    The Gold Fish is a shining example of Corpus having and maintaining nice things…read more There is a common misconception that this city cannot have nice things, and that if we do get them, they do not last very long. The Gold Fish has proven this long-held collective pessimism wrong. Originally a cocktail bar only, it has now expanded into a cocktail, beer and wine outdoor/indoor bar, which makes complete sense given the city's demographic demands. It was actually one of the first businesses I was most concerned with us losing permanently during the pandemic. And I am so glad they have stuck around! It is a modern cocktail bar at its core, which makes it very unique to this city. This is an obvious adoption of cocktail bar trends from other larger cities in Texas. It is very nice, with a wide array of adult beverage options for discriminating consumers to chose from. The atmosphere is perfect, and the bartenders and staff are top-notch and super nice (the attitude is refreshing compared to what one may be used to recieving from such establishments in larger cities). I usually only come here when I have company from out-of-town, as I do not go out for drinks very often. At my most recent visit, I had just experienced a personal tragedy that I only briefly alluded to our bartender when she asked how our day was going. The amount of sincere compassion we received was not expected at all. My only regret is that I did not get her name, or else I would have gladly included it in this review.

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    Nueces Whiskey Library - Wow wow wow!

    Nueces Whiskey Library

    4.6(25 reviews)
    32.5 mi

    I have a new go-to spot when Im visiting Corpus and it's Neuces Whiskey Library!…read more I stopped in recently thanks to the recommendation of a local friend that knows I'm a whiskey lover. From the moment I walked in I fell in love with this space. From the dim lighting, to the elegant ambiance, to the cozy booth, and woodpaneled bar - I was immediately obsessed. Everything I tried here was absolutely delicious both from the food menu and the drink menu. I did a tasting flight (highly recommend) and sampled a few house cocktails. Neither approach will do you wrong and I recommend doing both if you have the time. For food we went with the : -sliders -charcuterie board - gnocchi -truffle fries And you can't go wrong with any of these. The sliders and charcuterie were the top two table favorites (although we may have been fighting over the last few truffle fries as well) Add this place to your list if you're in the Corpus area!

    Made a reservation same day and was running behind, of course. Called to push by 15 and there were…read moreno issues. Upon arrival got seated at the bar as reserved and the place wasn't too busy. A bit disappointed as there was no greeting from the bartender, however the couple that arrived after me was greeted with the question of this being their first time and they provided their name. Seeing this was any first time, this courtesy intro would have been appreciated. Ordered the peniccillin which was decent. I was warned it's a very peaty drink (not sure I said that right) as it has The Peat Monster in it. While the taste was strong, not overwhelming and you can taste the smokiness. Got the aranciette and they were hot on the outside and just barely warm inside. Taste was good though. Second drink was an old fashion made with Crown Peach and just as tasty as I remember.

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    The Mariner - Lamb sliders - these were hands down Shelbi's favorite!

    The Mariner

    4.8(26 reviews)
    34.0 mi

    Food orgasm. All around. This was hands down one of the…read morebest meals I've ever had. From beginning to end, everything just worked. We started with the grapefruit, avocado and arugula salad with feta--fresh, bright and absolutely delicious. Then came the smoked snapper dip, followed by the drunken clams with Akaushi sausage. OMG. The clams were served in an incredible white wine, garlic, smoky, savory broth with crusty bread to soak up every last drop. There was absolutely no leaving that broth behind. Then came the branzino. Flame-grilled with fire-roasted red pepper and garnished with Italian chimichurri. Absolutely phenomenal. Beautifully prepared, full of flavor and one of those dishes you continue talking about long after the meal is over. In fact, about halfway through dinner, the table next to us interrupted to ask what we had ordered because everything looked so good--and, apparently, our very obvious food orgasm while eating caught their attention. The service was amazing. (Holden was great) The bartenders and servers were attentive throughout the evening, the drinks were great, and the wine was good. I would love to see the wine list expanded a bit with more options, but that is truly a minor suggestion compared with the overall experience. And then there's the atmosphere. Wonderful. Sitting right on the water overlooking the bay while enjoying an incredible meal made the entire experience even better. This is what dining out should be: incredible food, thoughtful flavors, attentive service, great drinks and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. I will be dreaming about this meal--and probably drooling while doing so. Truly, one of the best meals I've ever had. Five stars doesn't feel like enough. We will absolutely be back.

    The place is cute and the service was amazing. Our waitress was super nice and helpful…read more They are under new management so some things that they previously offered are no longer offered on the menu anymore which was disappointing because I went specifically for those Scallops . Now for the food review: 1. The oysters were amazing. 2. The Yellow Curry Shrimp with the plantains was our favorite dish. 3. The short ribs were a let down. The meat was really soft but it was so dry. We couldn't even finish it. (We wished we would have just both ordered th yellow curry shrimp) 4. The truffle fries were good but get the 1/2 order if your 2 because the serving size is a lot. 5. Banana Bread Pudding was the best thing. We kind of wish the serving size of the ice cream was a little more because the bread pudding was a large serving. It was the star of the show. We would be back just for this bread pudding so please don't ever take it off the menu.

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    Laguna Reef - Cook Your Catch!

    Laguna Reef

    3.9(24 reviews)
    36.1 mi

    A cute establishment with delicious food and fantastic service. Everything was fresh and tasty…read more There was also a full bar which with a nice selection.

    My family of 9 decided to give this place a try. We called around 7:00 PM to check the line, and…read morethey told us the wait would be about 30 minutes, which we were totally fine with. We arrived just nine minutes later at 7:09 PM, but the host was missing from the stand for a solid 10 minutes. When she finally showed up, she told us the wait would actually be an hour and a half. We weren't seated until around 8:25 PM, and after ordering, we waited another 15 minutes for our food. Because the restaurant closes at 9:00 PM, we were literally the last people there. ​However, the front-of-house chaos was completely salvaged by the rest of the experience. Our server, Danielle, was amazingly kind, sweet, and incredibly awesome! On top of that, the food was absolutely amazing, tasty, and served piping hot, with 1 of the hurricane combo being really cold. My brother couldn't finish it. And the steak was dry, and needed more flavor. I will say the chicken tenders were ginormous and very juicy. The atmosphere was also great very comforting with nice, beachy vibes. ​The Verdict: A incredibly frustrating wait and a rough start with the host, but Danielle's stellar service and the fantastic food made the night worth it.

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    Fajitaville - Parillada

    Fajitaville

    2.3(41 reviews)
    35.0 mi

    Great place for a large group on the beach. Typical beach food. Place could use some TLC RR out of…read moreorder, no water. Service was great Ask for Roxanne.

    After reading some of the older reviews, I was honestly a little hesitant but I'm so glad we gave…read morethis place a chance because our experience was completely different We visited during one of the busiest weekends of the year (4th of July), and Ashley was fantastic. She was friendly, attentive, and checked on us often despite how busy the restaurant was getting. The drinks were delicious (Thanks Ashley!) ! I highly recommend the Blue Hawaiian and the Watermelon Crush. For appetizers, we ordered the Shrimp Diablo (jalapeño poppers), shrimp cocktail, chips, and guacamole ... Everything tasted fresh and flavorful with zero complaints. (Re: the previous tortilla chip complaints; the chips had a great crunch and held up well with the fresh homemade guacamole.) For our entree, we shared the Molcajete Parrillada with fajita beef, chicken, shrimp, and sausage. Every protein was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. Even the chicken, which is often overlooked at many restaurants, was moist, tender, and full of flavor. If you're scrolling through old reviews, don't let them discourage you from trying this place. Based on our visit, they seem to have made improvements. Maybe new management? The restaurant has a nice beachfront dining if you arrive early enough during holidays . Cute spot, it has a up and downstairs depends on your vibe preference. One helpful tip: there is clear signage regarding the paid parking. The parking fees are separate and are not associated with the restaurant, so be sure to read the signs before parking. We'll definitely be back!

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    40 dollar rubbery unflavored ribeye

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