Welcome to Port Aransas, your home away from home for the winter! Each winter, retirees and snowbirds head to Port Aransas for good reason. With milder coastal temperatures, lighter crowds, and a warm, welcoming community, Port A becomes a beloved “home away from home” during the chillier months…
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Port A's Ultimate Sip List When the Texas sun shimmers over the Gulf and the salty breeze carries hints of ocean spray across the bay, Port Aransas slips naturally into cocktail hour. Here, “summer sips” isn’t just a menu section—it’s a state of mind that drifts from dockside palapas to rooftop…
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Find the margarita that complements the vibe you give off during Margarita Madness! It’s time to make your way to Port A for Margarita Madness, where you can ditch the shot clock for endless island time, and poor officiating for official pours. Come get a taste of the Island Life this March and…
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Uncover the breakfast hot spots of Port Aransas! When visiting Port Aransas, there is no shortage of breakfast hot spots that are sure to leave you coming back for more. With amazing locally owned restaurants you can't find anywhere else, get ready for your taste buds to ride some radical waves of…
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Welcome Sip Yard to the shores of Port Aransas! Sip Yard is a brand-new, three-story music venue, food court, and bar that is a must when you visit Port A. This is a modern, outdoor, family-friendly place that has ocean views you won't want to miss, tasty drinks that are waiting to be tried, and six…
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The face behind the flavor! Chef Albino Garcia Jr. is the Executive Chef/General Manager at Trout Street Bar & Grill. He has been in the industry since 2006. He's worked in country clubs, restaurants, catering for the oil field, and he has cooked private dinners. Albino told the Visit Port A team…
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Earth Day at Palmilla Beach Resort & Golf Community in Port Aransas Every day is Earth Day when you live on the beach! From the call of the seagulls in the sky to the soft give of the sand beneath your feet, Port Aransas & Mustang Island are surrounded by daily reminders of how important it is to…
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A Slice of Italy at Venetian Hot Plate in Port Aransas Just a fraction of a mile from the beach in Port Aransas, Texas, sitting diagonally on the corner of Beach and Station St., is a small orange building with a red roof. And inside of that building? Some of the best Italian food found anywhere in…
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Belt sander racing is a longstanding tradition in Port Aransas, Texas. Lively crowds of locals and visitors gather together to cheer on their favorite belt sander in these miniature drag races. Below is a quick Q&A with everything you need to know before you head off to the races! What are belt…
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