Top 15 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in Corpus Christi, TX

Adiona Journeys Great place in Lamar Park. We enjoyed libations and Thai food. Our favorite was the coconut ice cream! They do brunch on Sundays.

Marcus Vogel I can’t remember if the server said her name was Christine or Christina but wow, the service was amazing and literally everything here was great! You guys exceeded our expectations in every way possible so thank you so much! We will definitely be back here again soon.

Hector Perez We came here for my in-laws 12th year anniversary and it did not disappoint. Completely finished my fettuccine Alfredo. The dessert was delicious.

Jaclyn Blohm The best experience. The food was amazing!!! I got the barbecue beef don and it’s my absolute favorite. The miso soup was amazing and all my friends I was there with loved everything. Can’t wait to go back and try more things!

Liza Metoyer-Mata Came here for my birthday lunch with my sister. Our server Lee was the best! He went out of his way to accomadate us and ensure that our experience was to complete to our expectations from beginning to end. He anticipated our every need and carried out our requests to the best of his ability. Highly recommend Landrys Kitchen. Especially with Lee as your server. We enjoyed the Fried Seafood platter and the Calamari. Please note that some items on the seafood platter were a little salty for our taste but we highly recommend the calamari.

Andriana Elaine Patsy was amazing this experience was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — A Hidden Gem That Feels Like Home! From the moment I walked into Joseph’s Lunch Box, I knew I was in for something special. The service? Impeccable. The food? Out of this world. The atmosphere? Like a warm hug wrapped in delicious smells and genuine hospitality. Every bite was made with love — you can taste the passion in every dish. The flavors were bold, comforting, and perfectly balanced. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch or sitting down to truly enjoy a meal, Joseph’s delivers every time. And let’s talk about the people — the team made me feel like family. They go above and beyond to make sure you’re not just fed, but cared for. That kind of energy is rare, and it’s what makes this place unforgettable. If you haven’t been to Joseph’s Lunch Box, do yourself a favor and GO. It’s more than just food — it’s an experience you’ll want to come back to again and again. the Mediterranean chicken amazing

Teresa Goffigon Great dog friendly restaurant. Took dog to celebrate her birthday she enjoyed her chicken. We loved the Indian tacos and hamburger with fries! Great service very friendly.

Rebecca Gonzales Made reservations for my daughters 20th for 6 on the same day arriving 10 minutes early table was nicely ready. Friendly staff,waitress(Chloe) was amazing checking on us with kindness and answering any questions we had. Food is authentic and delicious so very good well prepared and displayed. Elegant clean atmosphere. High-end restaurant so expect high prices. Well worth it.

przekurat13 The Mariner is a MUST go if you are in the area. The atmosphere, drinks, staff and food are amazing. Shout out to chef Eric!! You can tell how much detail, passion and creativity he puts into every dish on the menu. Our stay was 3 days long and we came here every night. You will not be disappointed.

Greg Easily some of the best tacos in Corpus. I tried the al pastor, carne guisada, and carnitas tacos with a side of pozole verde, and everything was really good. The tortillas were the highlight—fresh, warm, and clearly homemade. The carne guisada stood out the most, tender and packed with flavor. The al pastor and carnitas were both solid and well seasoned. The pozole verde was flavorful and made a great side. Service was fast, and the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable. Overall, a great meal and a place worth coming back to.

Ayan Guha Seafood heaven, truly. We started with the shrimp torpedoes as appetizers and were completely blown away by the flavor. For entrées, we ordered the fried jumbo fish, blackened redfish, and stuffed flounder—each dish was perfectly cooked and incredibly fresh. What made the experience even more special was that they have a separate menu for Fido, which we absolutely loved. Sitting by the waterfront on a sunny afternoon, in the shadow of the iconic USS Lexington, enjoying the day’s fresh catch—it doesn’t get better than this. An unforgettable dining experience - highly recommended to anyone visiting Corpus Christi

Pir Phongvilakoun The moment you step out of your car you can smell the food. I ordered the sliced brisket and jalapeño sausage with a side of double taters. Let me tell you it was smokey and savory that it nearly had me in tears with how flavorful it was. I will definitely be coming and bringing other friends here when they ask whats a good place for BBQ.

Dayna Guerrero Thank you for a wonderful birthday experience. It was my first time dining at your venue. It was highly recommended that I have brunch at your place and I’m so glad I did. The #breakfastpizza was AMAZING! The cocktails were decadent! The #steakandeggs was exquisite! Truly appreciated the craft cocktails. The bartender was the nicest. The ambiance was undeniably perfect! The vibe was sexy and the atmosphere was divine! I can’t wait to return for lunch or dinner!

Jackie Linn Yesterday I finally had a chance to do lunch at Nueces Brewing Company and now I cant wait to go back! It was Taco Tuesday so I had the Street Tacos (with incredible Brisket), and a craft brew (Supremo), for just ten dollars. The brisket was soo tender and flavorful. My partner had the famous Nachos, also with Brisket and it was mostly gone, but I got a bite. Huge portion too. We also got a soft pretsel with beer cheese..cuz cmon! lol We sat at the bar and the service was excellent too. I wanted to go back today because they do 50 cent smoked wings on Wednesday from I think 3 - 8 or something, (but couldnt get away from work) but Im going next Wednesday! Pictures below. Youll have to see for yourself why there is a lemon in a pitcher of water on the bar. LOL

Monica Santos The burgers were Awesome! The homemade chips was delicious! Great atmosphere! Excellent service! We will be back again!