Louie's Backyard
★ 3.9 ｜ 7,041 reviews
Bayfront seafood · Buzzy sports bar · Live music venue
📍 2305 Laguna Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
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Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
- Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
- Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
- Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
- Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
- Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
About
Casual surf 'n' turf spot with decks overlooking Laguna Madre Bay, multiple bars, DJs & dancing.
The full picture
Louie's Backyard is a massive waterfront restaurant and entertainment complex featuring a surf 'n' turf buffet and multiple decks overlooking Laguna Madre Bay.
It suits large groups, families, and visitors looking for a casual atmosphere with live music and dancing.
Arrive before 6:00 PM to secure a bayfront view and avoid the peak dinner crowds.
💡 Time your visit to coincide with the evening fireworks show for prime viewing from the outdoor decks.
Visitors love
- fresh snow crab legs
- excellent sunset views
- prime rib quality
- spacious for large groups
- live music and atmosphere
Some note
- inconsistent service speed
- impatient waitstaff
- dated interior decor
- long waits for food orders
Good to know
- Is it good for kids?
- Yes, it is family-friendly with a buffet and enough space to accommodate large groups.
- Is it okay on a rainy day?
- Yes, the restaurant has a large interior dining area that provides shelter from the weather.
- How long should I stay?
- Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours if you intend to eat at the buffet and watch the sunset or fireworks.
- Is a reservation needed?
- Not mentioned in reviews.
Visitor reviews
★★
Our first time visiting and can say absolutely disappointed. It went off well with the firework show at 9:15 on the dot then being seated very quickly. However our waiter was absolutely impatient. Didn’t even introduce themselves. We ordered our food at 9:25. Didn’t see our waiter for the almost HOUR it took for our food. It was not busy at all and a table of 5 got their food before us. The server would ask how we were doing as he passed by. Didn’t even wait for our answer nor stop for it. We ordered a grilled shrimp (26$) and grilled tuna (30$) plate. The waiter not menu didn’t notify us that
★★★★★
LOVEDDD this place!!!!! I came with my orchestra for a spring trip, and we all got served the drinks we wanted and even got to take great pictures. The service was nice, a man even opened doors for us when he saw us carrying a lot of buffet plates..😅. Personally I took a few pictures, and started my buffet. Their choices were amazing and actually fresh, did not taste dry or like it was artificial. THE CRAB CLUSTERS WERE DEFINITELY MY FAVORITE! I have never been into a AYCE crab place, and this restaurant just made my life 1000% better with so many snow crabs for me to eat. I really recommend i
★★★★★
Two of us had dinner here. Alex was our server and did a great job. We had the all-you-can eat dinner buffet for $37 that included a nice salad bar. Highlights of the buffet were the prime rib and snow crab legs, along with the fried shrimp. We really enjoyed it. The interior and exterior of Louie's is looking worn and in need of updates but the location and views are awesome.
★★★★★
It was the view and the atmosphere I appreciated the most with the live music, also this place is huge!
We came with family and there was at least 12 of us they had more than enough room and bc it's not peak season they were using less than half the room space.
This would her a perfect spot for a date, friends, family, business, acquaintances, etc.
I really appreciated the sand castle competition with the nearby entertainment.
Staff was on top of everything and Courteous, punctual
★★★★★
Waiter was nice, friendly and knowledgeable about the food offerings. Nice atmosphere. I went for dinner before 6pm and it wasn't crowded, on Memorial day. Filet mignon was very delicious!