I really enjoyed myself. The food was great. The service was awesome especially given the fact that English was a second language for our waitress. She loved her job and love food and we loved her service and food. Sharing a love for things is universal and that all that matters. The environment was super welcoming as we all bonded on the upcoming boxing match later on that evening. read more

Palapas Seafood Bar - Mixed fajita bowl. - Bars Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

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Saw this place on TikTok so we added it to our list of places to try when visiting the area. We went right when it opened so it was mostly empty (thank goodness because we had a toddler who had just spent hours in the car). Service was attentive and friendly. The vibes were very beachy. Food was soooo good! The shrimps were jumbo size. The tacos zarandeados (highly highly recommend you try those) were full of flavor and tortillas were hechos a mano (handmade)!!! That was just the cherry on top. It came with a little caldito that I really really wish I had the recipe for! Overall great experience. I recommend it to anyone in the Lewisville area! Also prices were very reasonable and portions were perfect. Not too much not too little. Children's menu isn't listed but just ask and they have dishes for children as well! My baby got the fish sticks and fries. read more

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I really loved the food! It was very clean and very great service! I highly recommend you coming here! Everything was sooo fresh and clean! The mix drinks are sooo delicious! read more

I really wanted to love this place since it's near home but didn't. It's spacious and pleasing to the eye. The decor and the atmosphere made me feel that I was somewhere on vacation in the Caribbean. I sat at the bar with a couple of friends. We were brought chips and salsa from the barback. They were pretty good. The chips were thicker than what you would find in a typical Mexican restaurant. We ordered a cup queso along with a round of margaritas. I can't rate the entrees because other than the queso and drinks, we didn't get to order anything additionally. The service was so bad that we ended up leaving. It was a Thurs evening and not busy so not sure why. Weekends may be better. read more

Palapas Seafood Bar - View from bar - Bars Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

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Amazing! The guacamole was amazing and it just got better from there. Tostada de pescado, amazing! Had the Marinero plater which had a little of everything and it did not disappoint. And that was not the best part, had the parrillada de mariscos and it was even better. The fish was superb, octopus excellent, shrimp amazing! Definitely coming back! read more

The food here is amazing with very attentive service. I highly recommend the grilled octopus! This is a very spacious location with plenty of seating for the whole family. We will definitely come back! read more

Palapas Seafood Bar - Grilled Octopus - Bars Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

We went here to eat for my birthday on a Thursday night. It wasn't crowded and the service was exemplary. We both love octopus and chose Palapas because they have it on the menu and it is close to where we live. Each us had a seafood cocktail and both were delicious. The owner spent quite a bit of time checking on us, and letting us know how much he appreciated us choosing the restaurant. We wanted grilled octopus and he suggested we split it. It was more than enough for us. It was grilled perfectly and flavorful. We are looking forward to our next visit and I highly recommend it. read more

Over priced and bad service, rude regulars too ended up leaving early because of how bad it was

Tried to give this place a 2nd chance. Thursday night, arrival 705pm. 6 other patrons. Ordered by 715.... Appetizer of shrimp in sauce came out. Shrimp was half raw. Man in charge said that's how it is supposed to be, like sushi. I understand the dish, I've never had it half raw. Then, 30 minutes, then 40, I had to walk in the kitchen to ask for our one dinner we were sharing. 10 minutes later, dinner arrives . Vegetables undercooked, mahi mahi overcooked. Still no refills on drinks.... Get bill and they chargers us $2.00 more on appetizer and an alcohol sales tax. Definitely not worth the time or money! read more

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TLDR: great food, go when you are not on a schedule. Seriously. "Manana" is great when you have nowhere to be. It's tempting to think they really do not want a broader appeal and prefer to stick with regulars. Take from that what you will because the regulars were clearly getting served first even if they came in after us. The food is excellent. The staff are friendly. As near as I can tell this is a community place with a lot of regulars. The portions are generous and the quality of the food is great. We were just there Friday 8/24/2024 before an event just across the street at the theater. But. And this is a very serious "but". If you go there take into account serving time. If you are on a schedule consider *at least* two hours before the event. It took a half hour just to get water. Two water glasses were cracked? It took an hour to get all our drinks and that was after we went to the bar. Right about that hour they finally took our order. The waitress we had was pleasant but even basic requests (after an hour) she kept saying "give me just a bit more time." They were not busy at all. We got out after ninety minutes with about five minutes to spare before our show time. Considering their location which is smack in the middle of Lewisville and they were not all overworked I recommend going when you are not on a schedule. Then you will most appreciate them. read more

Food and service are really good, but a little pricey. Try the octopus and micheladas. read more

Palapras seafood bar hadn't been open long. The night we were there, they were hanging decor on the walls. The decor is Mexican beach bar. The dining room was clean and brightly colored. The men's room was not, the toilet seat had been ripped off and was hanging over the water pipe. The food was all over the place. The appetizer really had no flavor, but they did have an after burn. My wife had the carne asada and said it was just ok. The beans were really good, filled with bacon, ham, and peppers. The rice is made with fish broth, and the fish flavor turned her off. The tacos zarandeados made with red snapper were amazing. The veggies were mainly onions, and peppers in a tomato sauce were more like a soup. That aside, they were tasty. My rice was different from my wife's and it too was made with fish broth. I mixed the rice with the veggies, and they were good. Finally, the Pina colada tasted like it was made from a powder? We will go again because the tacos were that good. read more

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We've been going to the Dallas location of Palapas for years. We decided to try the one in Lewisville, and it was just as good. They specialize in Mexican seafood, and it is fresh and delicious. The snapper tacos and ceviche are amazing. The vibe of the place is a beach bar. Very fun and relaxing atmosphere. The manager at the bar provided excellent service and was a lot of fun to talk to. Great margaritas as well. I haven't tried the non-seafood items, but they offer the traditional cede and chicken tacos is seafood isn't your thing...but you be missing out! The fish and shrimp are the way to go read more

Customer service is good. I'm not gonna lie just whatwith the owner is around I used to go almost every weekend.

06/2025 - Staff was friendly. Dining area was hot. Food was okay. Had the Trio Caribe plate. 2-3 pieces of shrimp per taco. Flavor was good. Parking lot needs some repair. Not impressed enough to go back. read more

I've been here twice (once with friends and again with my husband) and have really enjoyed each visit! The food is fresh and authentic, and the drinks are fantastic. You can tell the owner and staff have a lot of passion too. The location is great. read more

Palapas Seafood Bar - Scallops, red snapper, shrimp - Bars Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

I was here on Saturday afternoon my first time coming here and the service wasn't good keep in mind it was only me and another couple in another table so no excuses the place was close to empty, after I got my food the portions are very small and pricey , and the waiter never asked if I needed anything else she would just pass by my table to go talk to another hostess and when it came down to paying I had to flag her down to give me receipt and wait about 10 min for her to bring it , the food was decent it's just the CUSTOMER SERVICE!! read more

Good food and good service. I have eaten there three times and never had a bad experience.

First time customers and we were very happy with the food! we will definitely recommend this restaurant and we will definitely be back!

I ordered scallops in a garlic sauce with rice and steamed veggies. I got scallops and fries swimming in the garlic sauce- so soggy. The steamed veggies were beautiful, but was not cooked through. Seriously couldn't cut the cauliflower with my fork. All of this was brought to the attention of our server, who apologized. The owner came to our table and argued, with one in our party, about the doneness of her fries. The scallops were fine; the sauce was runny (I've ordered these before and it was much thicker and coated the scallops). All people in our party were charged full price, despite the food being inedible. read more

I was here on a Tuesday. In the area for the Lewisville Sounds of Music that starts at 7pm and draws in maybe 2,000 people (an ass estimate). I got here at 6pm and oddly it was a ghost town. Only 1 other couple was there. I was here once before maybe 5 months ago and loved what I had, I think it was the Coctel Cameron & Pulpa. The wife was so so on it but not unusual for our taste buds to be hemispherically opposed, she from Ecuador and me a Chicago suburbian native. This time I just had a margarita and chips and salsa. I really loved the chips and salsa. Both the chips and salsa were unique. But well worth checking out. And the basic margarita was fine. A worthy reorder. But be warned. I almost walked out. After 3 minutes, give or take an American's impatience, I almost left. But just before getting out of the saddle I was brought chips and salsa. I'm very glad their timing was kind of just right. I miss the old restaurant and their live music but I hope these guys find a new following. With low unemployment and illegals not as easy find these days, restaurants are struggling to properly staff. If you are in Lewisville or nearby I say give them a try and help them survive. read more

This place is amazing! The best margarita I've ever had and amazing fish tacos. I talked to the new owner and he was very nice. I am impressed! read more

Very good campechana! Some of the best we have had! Love the atmosphere! Awesome server! Definitely a place to return to. Authentic appeal read more

Palapas Seafood Bar - Bars Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

All the fish dishes ordered by the party of 3 was fresh and delicious! The maragaritas were wonderful! the staff was friendly and welcoming. Atmosphere was fun! Plenty of parking behind the building. Highly recommen! read more

I ain't gonna lie, I was super weary of this place for the first 20 minutes bc the service was not good at first , no one came to give us menus and it seemed short staffed but once we got our food it was all good! Everyone's dishes were delicious- the fried red snapper the steak and shrimp dinner the mahi tacos and the seafood soup were all fresh and delicious!! Can't wait to come back for that red snapper ! read more

Great selection and quality of seafood (Mexican style) and excellent service - both friendly and fast. read more

Palapas Seafood Bar - Grilled seafood platter - Bars Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

Sea food Caldo 7 Mares delicioso Can't wait to come back try another plate service fantastic family atmosphere! read more

The food is pretty decent but the service is terrible!! They will never check on you, clear dirty plates or acknowledge empty glasses. Writing this at the bar after having asked for the bill to wife and been ignored while they unload cases of beer. Lots to improve here read more

Wow. This is far away the best seafood in the area. We got the shrimp tacos and whole cooked red snapper. We will be back. If you haven't been...try it. read more

Food was very fresh and tasty. We had everything from oysters, a cold seafood platter (Plato Variado) to shrimp tacos. Amazing service, amazing food and overall amazing experience read more

The food was delicious and made fresh. It was a delightful change to eat Mexican food not drowned in cheese, where one could actually taste the different flavors and experience different textures. The waitress and owner both took time with us to explain the different seafood dishes, sauces, and drinks. They were very friendly and helpful. Receiving the food after ordering took the amount of time one would expect for food made when you order. We were allowed to take our time; no one tried to rush us out. The price was less than what we expected to pay for such tasty meals, and less than local chain restaurants. The restaurant itself was clean, comfortable, and quiet. It was a pleasant evening, so they had the roll-up doors open in the bar area. The temperature was perfect. We enjoyed ourselves, loved the food, and will be back soon. read more

WOW....Five Stars is NOT enough for this restaurant. Tonight was our first visit there (after driving by it several times). I was not expecting much, as I thought it would be another fried seafood place, but I told my wife we could give it a try. I am glad we did. We were greeted right away, by the owner & he seated us and made sure a server came to our table. The server came with menus, chips & salsa and took our drink order. First thing we noticed was how fresh & delicious the chips & salsa were. Chips were thick & crisp and the salsa had a great flavor & an excellent spice/heat to it. I was told that they make both the chips & salsa in house. The menu was not what I expected (it had many great choices) & as we were reading it, the owner came back to our table to see if we needed any help with the menu. I asked for recommendations, he led more toward their scallop dinner (part of their Mariscos Al Gusto dinners) with Al Mojo De Ajo (garlic sauce) & I added some shrimp to it, as he said the shrimp were almost as good as the scallops. My wife wanted Salmon (also part of their Mariscos Al Gusto dinners) but she could not have the garlic sauce or the "normal" sides that accompany it. He told her they would prepare with a sauce of lemon, cilantro & a few other spices (I forgot what they were) & she also added some shrimp. When our food was delivered, we were impressed & it did not disappoint. Everything on the plate was fresh, well seasoned & cooked to perfection. The scallops & shrimp in the garlic sauce were phenominal and my wife said her salmon was delicious. The sides that we each had were also very good! Great Food, Excellent Prices and wonderful service from the owner & every employee we interacted with. We will DEFINITELY be going back. This place needs to be a #1 location in Lewisville for not only seafood but they also have some mexican dishes (tacos, enchiladas, etc) and steak on their menu, which I am sure is just as good as the seafood! Try it, you will not be disappointed. read more

The food was excellent and fresh. Our server recommended several dishes since it was our first time there. We chose two of her suggested entrees ( red snapper filet and red snapper tacos) and were very pleased. The owner came by twice to make sure we were pleased with our meal. We will definitely go back! read more

Food was quite good and very fresh. The trio caribe appetizer and ceviche were both excellent - as were our drinks. Service was a little slow - still some wrinkles to work out I think. But we will definitely be back again! read more

My husband and I ate here (we absolutely loved the restaurant that was there before) and we were not impressed at all. It took about 10 minutes to be sat, then another 10 minutes before anyone even asked what we wanted to drink. I ordered a frozen margarita but the machine was down and it was watery. I said I'd have one on the rocks instead and the lady just put ice in the melted machine juice and gave it to me instead of making one. We both got a beef taco plate and the meat was super dry and didn't have much flavor. When I asked for a glass of water, the lady got water from a five gallon bucket with a spout on it on the countertop. Then, the entire time we were there, a seafood plate was sitting on the bar top with a ticket on it that never got sent out. That should have been a red flag because I spent the entire next day puking my guts out. Overall the entire experience was awful and we won't be back. read more