5 Restaurants in Downtown, Corpus Christi TX for Great Desserts
Updated 11 October 2026 · 7 restaurants in Downtown, Corpus Christi TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers Downtown Corpus Christi restaurants that Google lists with a great dessert attribute, which helps people who want to end a meal with something sweet. Seven qualifying businesses were considered, and the ranking follows Google ratings. Each entry describes a single business using its address, hours, price range, Google attributes and review excerpts. Reviewer comments are summaries of what past customers wrote, not our own visits, so the dessert notes should be read as reviewer opinion rather than a verified menu.
#1
Mozzafiato
★ 4.9 (603 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Mozzafiato is a restaurant at 924 South Staples Street, rated 4.9 from 603 Google reviews, with a listed price range of $10–20. It opens around 11 am most days, closing at 9 pm on weekdays, 10 pm on Friday and Saturday, and 4 pm on Sunday. Google lists great dessert, great cocktails, outdoor seating, delivery and takeaway. Reviewers mention the Italian cream cake as a sweet finish, a pizza with added ricotta, chicken Alfredo and a calzone. One reviewer says the menu is short but the dishes are well executed.
Best for: Italian cream cake and gourmet pizza
- Address
- 924 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78404, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–4 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#2
The Mariner
★ 4.6 (135 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant$20–60 per person
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The Mariner at 108 Peoples Street T-Head sits on the bay and has 4.6 from 135 Google reviews. Its listed price range is $20–60, and it is open Wednesday through Saturday, with Monday, Tuesday and Sunday closed. Google lists rooftop and outdoor seating, a great wine list, great desserts and late-night food. Reviewers mention seafood tapas, crab cakes and lamb sliders. Desserts reviewers name include homemade strawberry ice cream and a coconut crème brûlée, and several mention the bay view.
Best for: Bayside tapas and house desserts
- Address
- 108 Peoples St T-Head, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–12 am; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–12 am; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#3
Cafe Italia
★ 4.4 (1,195 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Cafe Italia is an Italian restaurant at 4117 South Staples Street, rated 4.4 from 1,195 Google reviews, with a listed price range of $10–20. It is open from 10:30 am to 10 pm and closed on Mondays. Google lists great dessert, great coffee, a private dining room, delivery and takeaway. Reviewers are split: some find the food bland, while others call the sauces authentic and describe the pizzas as very large. Reviewers say the pricing is good and the service is friendly.
Best for: Large pizzas and a private dining room
- Address
- 4117 S Staples St #200, Corpus Christi, TX 78411, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10:30 am–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10:30 am–10 pm; Sun 10:30 am–10 pm; Thu 10:30 am–10 pm; Tue 10:30 am–10 pm; Wed 10:30 am–10 pm
#4
U & I Steak and Seafood Restaurant
★ 4.3 (4,771 Google reviews)Restaurant$20–30 per person
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U & I Steak and Seafood Restaurant at 309 South Water Street has 4.3 from 4,771 Google reviews and a listed price range of $20–30. It is open every day, closing at 10 pm, and at 11 pm on Friday and Saturday. Google lists great dessert, a great wine list, cocktails, kerbside pickup and delivery. Reviewers mention a steak cooked over mesquite, a salmon dish, generous portions and options for children. Reviewers also praise the service for larger groups.
Best for: Mesquite steak and family-friendly dining
- Address
- 309 S Water St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 11 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#5
Landry's Seafood House
★ 4.3 (4,453 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant$20–60 per person
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Landry's Seafood House at 600 North Shoreline Boulevard is a seafood restaurant in the marina area, rated 4.3 from 4,453 Google reviews. Its listed price range is $20–60, and hours run from 11 am to 9 or 10 pm every day. Google lists great dessert, a great wine list, happy-hour food and drinks, and delivery. Reviewers mention seating on two floors, crawfish bread, free garlic bread and large portions. Some reviewers report slow kitchen times during busy periods.
Best for: Seafood, marina views and crawfish bread
- Address
- 600 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11:30 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 restaurants in Downtown, Corpus Christi TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Great dessert”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- The Mariner, Cafe Italia, U & I Steak and Seafood Restaurant and Landry's Seafood House take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Mozzafiato ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 603 reviews. The Mariner is second at 4.6 from 135 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Corpus Christi TX are open late?
The Mariner stays open until 12 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Mozzafiato $10–20; The Mariner $20–60; Cafe Italia $10–20; U & I Steak and Seafood Restaurant $20–30; Landry's Seafood House $20–60.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Mozzafiato, The Mariner, Cafe Italia, U & I Steak and Seafood Restaurant and Landry's Seafood House.
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