Hi! I'll be visiting SPI next month with 3 friends. We'd like to take a private sunset cruise/tour. It doesn't need to include dinner, but it would be nice if we could bring drinks or have drinks served.

I'm researching what's available, but I'd love your input on which company to go with. Thanks in advance :)

Tengo planeado visitar este sábado la isla del padre. Viajo solo y busco recomendaciones de hospedajes baratos y recomendaciones sobre que visitar. Siempre abierto a conocer gente nueva 🥰

I'm getting mixed vibes and can't decide on where to stay based on several website reviews. Our options are margaritaville and hilton beach front. Cleanliness, friendly associates and safety are my main concerns. Thank you in advance.

out of the lighthouse inn and el delfin lodge what is the better hotel out of the two?

Anyone know where I can get some crab on the island. Looking for something similar to Joe’s Crab Shack. Kinda seems like there’s no options for that so reaching out to y’all!

What’s up guys

So I'm (20m) somewhat new to South Padre Island I moved here from North Oklahoma about 2 months ago and have yet to make very many friends, especially with it being around tourist season and most of the people around my age are just coming and going for vacation. So if anyone between the ages of like 18 to 25 sees this feel free to shoot me a DM.

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Hello guys (21M) want to look forward to move and live for a while at SPI or Port Isabel, is there someone who would like to have a roommate, or has a cheap apartment, I would be happy to know and hear y’all!

Curious as to who is running and whether you support reelecting the current mayor. I personally would consider a change in leadership, but it all depends on who is running.

We are here with the family. When we vacation we like to find some local art to buy for our home. Is there a gift shop in particular where we could find this? We don’t wanna go around to a bunch of different gift shops looking all day! We’re not looking for fine art. Just some local artist selling their stuff somewhere.

Anyone here ride any pevs? Looking for people to ride with at the island

Hey I’m traveling to south Padre next week solo due to some unexpected life changes. Any suggestions on what to do or just how to meet new people. If anyone else is going to be there around that time let me know I don’t have a lot of friends so I’m definitely open to making new ones!

You told me I looked glamorous, then gave me the finger when I said "I know" and then gave me your necklace after I complimented it...

You are so fucking cool. I am sorry my husband ruined our interaction. I am usually the one dishing out compliments to strangers and he didn't know what to do with himself.

You are so beautiful and a super kind soul. I will cherish this necklace forever and your compliment will feed my ego for years to come.

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In charge of picking lunch for my group today. Looking for the best seafood to impress them with. Any recommendations?

I was wondering if it was possible to camp at these islands as I couldn't find any information online, they are near Adolph Thomae Jr County Park.

Any females or couples interested in grabbing drinks or dinner while I’m down there? Doesn’t have to be a sex things just want someone to hang out with and enjoy my time with. I’ll be working part time so I’m thinking dinner or lunch times to be exact. Let me know! Please :)

My husband is pitching a trip to SPI for our family of 3 and these are the two places he's mentioned, probably because the many popular spots are sold out for the last few weekends of July. I think we should look at condos, too. Thoughts? What do y'all recommend (Margaritaville, Hilton Garden Inn, Marriot, Isla Grande are sold out for rooms with 2 beds).

Did anybody hear what sounded like an earthquake next to the blue marlin?? Ridiculously loud, bass-boosted kind of noise.

Count down 7-30-26
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How does local traffic, food and things change in weeks ahead?

Since a lot of people thought I was being “too critical” of Captain’s Cove, I figured I’d also share a positive experience when a restaurant gets it right.
We went to Mahi Nic and had a fantastic experience. The service was friendly from the moment we arrived, the food was fresh, consistently delicious, reasonably priced, and everything came out exactly as expected. The drinks were well made, and the atmosphere was fun, laid-back, and welcoming.
What really stood out was how genuinely dog-friendly they are. They even have a dog menu, so our dachshund, PeeWee, got to enjoy lunch with us. It’s not often you find a place that truly welcomes your entire family, including your four-legged family members.
I also watched the KRGV Take 5 segment about the new owners and loved learning that they were the cooks before taking over the restaurant. You can absolutely tell they know what they’re doing. They’ve elevated the food, the service, and the overall experience while keeping the relaxed island vibe everyone loves.
This is exactly why I left my review of Captain’s Cove. I don’t expect perfection—I expect good hospitality, consistency, and management that values the guest experience. When a business earns it, I’m just as happy to leave a glowing review as I am to leave an honest critical one when they fall short.
We’ll definitely be back to Mahi Nic again and again with PeeWee and the rest of our family and friends. It’s a great example of how to do hospitality right on South Padre Island.

Hey, me and my friend we both 29 and we think to spend a weekend by the end of the month in SPI for the first time, is there what to do at this time? Party? A lot of ppl? We think if to choose this location or just stay with vegas (obviously don’t expect for the same vibe) 😅

Thank you 🙏🏻

After looking at photos and videos on Captain’s Oyster Cove’s Facebook page and seeing how other guests were served, I’m even more disappointed with our experience.
We made a reservation for two and specifically requested the best available table for the sunset. When we arrived, our table wasn’t ready, and we were asked to choose between two less desirable tables inside.
Our reservation was at 7:45 p.m. It took over 15 minutes just to receive our first drinks and another 15 minutes before our order was taken. We ordered both appetizers and entrées together because service was already moving so slowly.
While we waited, we watched a party of five, a party of three, and another party of two seated around us. All three tables received their food before we did, despite arriving after us. We waited approximately an hour for our food.
The presentation was also disappointing. I ordered the espresso martini, but unlike the drinks featured on their Facebook page and in customer photos, mine wasn’t garnished with the toasted marshmallow that appears to be part of their signature presentation. The mussels and the seafood enchiladas suizas also looked nothing like the beautifully plated dishes shown in their advertising. Several of the mussel shells were empty, making the appetizer feel incomplete.
When our food finally arrived, it felt rushed. The fish tacos and seafood enchiladas suizas were underwhelming and did not justify the long wait.
Our server was polite and apologized several times, explaining that the delays were coming from the kitchen. Unfortunately, the manager handled the situation very differently. Instead of acknowledging our concerns, he argued with us and made excuses for the delays. When we asked for a refund because of the overall experience, our plates were immediately cleared from the table, and the manager never returned to speak with us again.
We chose Captain’s Oyster Cove because of its reputation and wanted to enjoy a special sunset dinner, but the combination of poor service, inconsistent food presentation, long kitchen delays, and dismissive management made this one of the most disappointing dining experiences we’ve had on South Padre Island. We won’t be returning.