The Republic of Texas Bar & Grill is one of Corpus Christi's top dining destinations. Located on the 20th floor of the Omni Bayfront Hotel, this multi-level restaurant offers diners beautiful panoramic views of the Corpus Christi Bay. Featuring USDA prime beef cuts, a wide variety of wild game and seafood selections. We acquired the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for having one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world in the past four years. We obtained the 2014 Diners' Choice Award for the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America. Restaurant of the Year from the HOSPIS Award in 2023. Stop by and experience our lounge, it is open daily at 5 PM. Happy Hour from 5 PM to 7 PM Monday through Friday.
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
Republic of Texas Bar & Grill's menu was last updated 2022-09-25.
Desserts
Each Dessert Selection $10
Tahitian Vanilla Crème Brulee
Shortbread Cookie, Chantilly Cream, Fresh Berries
Texas Pecan Pie
Served with a Jack Daniel's Toffee Sauce, Chantilly Cream
Cheesecake
Crème Anglaise, Raspberry Coulis, Fresh Berries
Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake
Smoked Sea Salt, Caramel Sauce
Carrot Cake
Maple Cream Cheese Frosting, Toasted Pecans, Jack Daniel's Crème Anglaise Sauce
Key Lime Pie
Pecan Tuile, Raspberry Coulis, Chantilly Cream
Dessert Wines
Fonseca Bin 27USD 9.00
Taylor Fladgate 20 Year OldUSD 14.00
Taylor Fladgate 30 Year OldUSD 22.00
Taylor Fladgate LBV '00USD 10.00
Six Grapes Graham'sUSD 10.00
Osborne SherryUSD 8.00
Cockburns Special ReserveUSD 8.00
Warre's OtimaUSD 10.00
Roscato Sweet RedUSD 9.00
Elena MoscatoUSD 8.00
Inniskillin Ice WineUSD 30.00
What 2,530 people are saying
Republic of Texas Bar & Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Best Service
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Best Ambience
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Great for fine wines
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Romantic
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Great for scenic views
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Good for special occasions
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Steakhouse
Corpus Christi / McAllen
Most Booked
Corpus Christi
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Republic of Texas Bar & Grill offers "amazing views of Corpus Christi Bay" and "delicious food" that impresses many diners. The "service was outstanding," with mentions of attentive staff like Nick, Matthew, and Wes. While some noted issues with table requests and timing, the restaurant is praised for its "romantic atmosphere," "fantastic steaks," and memorable experiences, making it a top choice for special occasions.
2,530 Reviews
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Joe
Austin2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Very helpful staff. Accomplished my wife to avoid stairs to get to our table. Wonderful service and food.
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James VIP
San Diego61 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Professional courtesy and excellent entrees. A+ all around.
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Ron VIP
Austin13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fantastic bar with knowledgeable bartenders. Great bourbon selection and food choices incredible especially the steaks and chops. 5 stars!!
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Ronnie
Corpus Christi2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Menu selecting was adequate as well as the wine selection.
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OpenTable Diner
Austin1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Everything was freshly prepared, and delicious the staff had excellent service. When we visited there was a live pianist who played songs from John legend to Whitney Houston and also taking live requests to set the perfect ambiance. Lovely experience.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
service, seating everything was great more than great
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Karen
Corpus Christi1 review
4.0
Dined on 3 February 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
My dining companion and I enjoyed a very good meal (grouper) which was a special entree that evening. The dining room is lovely. The wait staff was attentive in a pleasant way.
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Grace
Corpus Christi1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We go often and we always enjoy it. That’s why we kept coming back.
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Linda
Corpus Christi1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Ken our server, was a great guy. Gave us such good service and the food he recommended was so good.
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Danette
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was a very nice fine dining experience and they made it very special as it was my retirement celebration.
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FAQs
Republic of Texas Bar & Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 2530 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
