Corpus Christi, Texas is located right along the Gulf of Mexico making it a prime location for fresh seafood. The views and the tropical weather make Corpus Christi a great place for couple’s get away or a family vacation. The Island Italian is a local restaurant located on South Padre Island Drive one of Corpus’s main streets. The Island Italian provides visitors with a vast selection of traditional Italian cuisine with a soft mix of tropical fare. The restaurant is done up with a funky sign featuring green palm trees and bright pink letters spelling out the name. The inside of the restaurant has smaller tables with red and white tablecloths; an aquarium with turtles, as well as other creative signs and decorations adorning the walls.
The Menu of Island Italian is as Vast as the Gulf of Mexico
Do not worry about leaving this restaurant feeling hungry. They provide more than enough food with each order. From the moment visitors get out of their cars the incredible aroma attacks ones senses and puts them in overdrive. Luckily the Island Italian has many tasty appetizers to choose from. One can order anything from the Bay Shrimp Cocktail ($7.59) to the more traditional Italian Bread Sticks ($6.25). The cook makes almost everything from scratch and any wait associated with that is well worth it. The fresh salad dressing makes their salads too die for.
The Insalada Al Italia ($3.59) is a perfect way to start off one’s meal. The Insalada Al Italia is a "garden fresh salad with lettuce, vegetables, cheese, pepperoni, croutons, & served with our "Famous" House Dressing." Most meals come with this extremely tasty salad. The menu continues on offering a wide selection of pizza, pastas, veal, chicken, steak, and seafood options. They also have sandwiches, burgers, and subs. And if there is any room left they offer several great choices for dessert including key lime pie ($4.59) and cannolis ($4.59).
Superior Staff at this Corpus Christi Restaurant Makes the Meal Complete
The staff provides a family welcome even for the tourists that find their way to the Island Italian. They offer a warm smile as they enlighten visitors with their specials of the day. The staff provides a quick yet relaxing feel that keeps with Corpus Christi’s relaxing way of life. With a menu that is full of superb Italian dishes and a wait staff that is knowledgeable and competent there is no reason not to venture out to the Island Italian for a great dinning experience.
Lara Johns - My name is Lara Johns. I graduated with a BA in English from West Texas A&M University. I also write articles for Associated ...
