Guides/Locally Owned in Port Aransas
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Locally Owned in Port Aransas

Support the businesses that make this island what it is

These aren't chains. They're not franchises. They're businesses started by people who live on this island, built with their own hands, and kept alive through hurricanes and slow seasons. When you spend here, you're spending local.

37 spots in this guide

Saltwater Gypsies

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Vintage-inspired art & gift market — handmade jewelry, coastal decor & more

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-5PM

The Gaff

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Port A's classic pirate-themed dive bar — cold beer, belt sander races & zero pretense

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-2AM

Venetian Hot Plate

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Authentic Italian from a Venice native — a Port A institution since 1995

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Port AransasTue-Sat 5PM-10PM

Aloha Acai

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Fresh acai bowls, smoothies & healthy bites — beach fuel done right

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Port AransasDaily 8AM-5PM

BierHaus Port Aransas

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Craft biers, bar swings, live music & a climate-controlled patio on Ave G

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Port AransasMon-Thu 11AM-12AM

Busted Bicycle

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Neighborhood bar where locals actually drink — no tourist tax

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Port AransasDaily 2PM-2AM

Castaway's Bar & Grill

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Waterfront bar & grill — hand-battered seafood and happy hour oysters

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-11PM

Castaway's Bar & Grill

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Port A's beloved seafood & grill since 1993 — hand-battered seafood and a dog-friendly patio

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-11PM

Coach's Island Grill

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Sports bar dining with big screens and island-style eats

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-10PM

Coffee Waves

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Port A's coffee shop — espresso, cold brew & good vibes

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Port AransasDaily 6AM-3PM

Crazy Cajun Seafood Restaurant

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Boiled seafood dumped right on the table — no plates needed since 1987

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Port AransasTue-Fri 5PM-9PM

Destination Beach & Surf

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Beach essentials, apparel & unique coastal gifts on Alister Street since 2000

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Port AransasDaily 9AM-8PM

Dolphin Dock

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Working waterfront marina and fishing dock on the island

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Port AransasDaily 6AM-8PM

Fisherman's Wharf

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Waterfront marina and charter hub — Port A fishing since forever

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Port AransasDaily 6AM-8PM

Fly It! Port A

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The island's only kite shop — 30+ years of wind-powered fun on Ave G

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Port AransasDaily 9AM-6PM

Fox Yacht Sales

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Port A's yacht dealer since 1989 — exclusive Texas dealer for Hatteras Yachts

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Port AransasMon-Fri 8AM-5PM

Island Bakery

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Fresh-baked pastries, breads & coffee — Port A's morning ritual

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Port AransasTue-Fri 8AM-3PM

Island Surf Rentals

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Surfboards, golf carts, bikes & beach gear — South Texas's premier rental shop since 2009

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Port AransasDaily 9AM-5PM

Island Tackle

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Local bait, gear & fishing intel — everything you need before you hit the water

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Port AransasDaily 5AM-7PM

Jackfish

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Brick oven pizza, local retail & golf cart rentals — Port A's multi-stop shop

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Port AransasDaily 9AM-7PM

Jay's Seafood & Spaghetti Works

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A Port A classic — fresh seafood and homemade pasta under one roof since 1978

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Port AransasMon-Thu 11AM-8:30PM

KC's Oyster Shack

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Fresh Gulf oysters shucked to order — a true island shack experience

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Port AransasTue-Sun 5PM-9PM

Kody's Restaurant & Bar

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Burgers, seafood & steaks with 18-hole mini golf — kitchen open 'til 1AM

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-2AM (kitchen 'til 1AM)

La Playa Mexican Grille

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Fresh Tex-Mex, 70+ tequilas & island-famous fish tacos since 2002

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Port AransasTue-Sat 5PM-10PM

Lelo's Island Bar

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Signature tiki drinks, specialty burgers & island vibes — dog-friendly patio

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Port AransasMon-Wed 11AM-10PM

MacDaddy's Family Kitchen

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BBQ, smoked meats & Gulf seafood — family comfort food done right

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-9PM

Mrs. K's

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Home cooking with a local touch — Port A comfort food done right

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Port AransasMon-Fri 11AM-4PM

Port A Beach Buggies

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Rent a golf cart and cruise the island like a local

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Port AransasDaily 8AM-6PM

Port A Pizzeria

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Hand-tossed pizza, calzones & an all-you-can-eat buffet for 30+ years

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-10PM

Taqueria San Juan

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Authentic Mexican street tacos at island prices — a local favorite

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Port AransasDaily 8AM-8PM

Tejas Guide Services

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Local flats and bay fishing guides — knows the Laguna Madre like home

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Port AransasBy appointment

The Island Cafe

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Breakfast and lunch done right — family-owned since 1985

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Port AransasDaily 7AM-3PM

The Phoenix Restaurant & Bar

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Casual island dining with a full bar — open late and always lively

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Port AransasDaily 11AM-10PM

VFW Post 8967

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Port A's VFW — open to the public, cold beer, and real community

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Port AransasCall for hours

Virginia's On The Bay

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Waterfront seafood since 1996 — bring your catch, they'll cook it

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Port AransasSun-Thu 11AM-9PM

Winton's Guide Service

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Premier bay and flats guide service — family friends, priority listing

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Port AransasBy appointment

Winton's Island Candy

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Homemade fudge, caramels & saltwater taffy since 1995

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Port AransasDaily 9AM-9PM