One of our family's "go to" dining spots on the island is Cap'n Roy's at 1313 Padre Blvd. ....everyone has their favorite and it's a frequent choice when we talk about grabbing a bite to eat on the island. I tend to go for the Mexican food offerings, my husband goes for the seafood, and the teen either goes for a burger or fried shrimp. No one has ever had any complaint about their food - and I don't think we've ever not 100% cleaned our plates! Last time, I had the enchilada plate - beef enchiladas specifically. I ordered chips and salsa for the side - and they are big freshly fried 1/2 tortilla sized chips and a cooked style salsa. Only complaint is the bowl isn't big enough :-) I always need more. I have also had, on a cold dreary day, a revitalizing serving of excellent carne guisada. Delicious. My husband loves the grilled shrimp tacos or the fish tacos with the fumi salad. And we never fail to seek out their booth at the annual Shrimp Cook-off in Port Isabel. They always have an award-winning concoction of goodness to sample. The teen - he loves, loves, loves the big old half pound burger with fries. Their fried shrimp is always a good call - with french fries and the delicious tart fumi salad (a vinegary yet sweet slaw - really pairs well with fried food).
The only complaint I have is having to do a u-turn to get there when coming from the bridge. But, that's no biggie to get to a guaranteed good meal. If they are busy, there's lots of stuff on the walls to look at - old photos, big fish, other nautical "stuff". It's a small joint - but that's the way I like it. The prices are reasonable, the waitstaff are courteous and friendly. It's a great island spot!
SPI FLIP FLOP FOODIE RATING:
3 1/2 – Really Yummy - I feel my flip flops wanting to head back from time to time!
You don't know how happy I am to read about somebody who loves Cap'n Roy's as much as I do! I worked there for a year, specifically because I loved the food. If you've never tried the fried fish taco's, it's a definite must!
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