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Restaurants & Drinks
Local dining and drinking spots around the Surfside Beach area.
Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill
Bar & GrillOceanfront bar and grill — tiki bar downstairs, weekend brunch, and live bands on the deck.
Kiki's Tiki Cantina
Bar & GrillTiki-themed cantina with a beach vibe, drinks, and bites right on Bluewater Hwy.
Sharkies on the Beach Bar & Grill
Bar & GrillLarge outdoor deck facing the ocean with live music, pool tables, and cold drinks.
Jetty Shack
Bar & GrillBeachside seafood shack near the jetty — jumbo burgers, fried fish, shrimp, and cold beer.
Dorados and The Well
BarLocal dive bar hangout with full bar, good food, and a laid-back Surfside feel.
Seahorse Grill
Bar & GrillBar and grill at Ocean Village Hotel — food, drinks, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Surfin Rita's Daiquiris-To-Go
Bar / DrinksBeachside daiquiri bar serving frozen cocktails and cold drinks to-go.
The Salty Pelican
Bar & GrillLocal bar and grill on TX-332 with food, drinks, and a friendly neighborhood feel.
Culture Coffee
CaféSurf-vibes coffee shop with handcrafted drinks, wellness bites, and a beachside feel.
The Bluewater Drift
Restaurant & BarFamily-friendly beach restaurant open Wed–Sun with brunch on Sundays — fresh food, full bar, outdoor seating.
KC's on the Creek
Bar & GrillNeighborhood bar and grill on the creek with pool, live music, and cold drinks.
Bridge Bait & Tackle / Under the Bridge
BarKnown locally as 'Under the Bridge' — a no-frills open-air bar at the foot of the Bluewater Hwy bridge. Cold beer, bait next door, and a classic Surfside vibe.
Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill
Bar & GrillOn-site bar and grill at The Breeze Beachfront Resort — beachfront drinks and bites with Gulf views.
Original Surfside Tiki Bar
BarOutdoor tiki bar serving beer, wine, and frozen drinks with live music. Open Wed–Sun, weather permitting.
Pier 30 Bar & Grill
Bar & GrillWaterfront bar and grill with fresh seafood, burgers, oysters, and 100+ cold beers. Open daily 11am–2am.