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Sep 7, 2009 by JOHN from EL PASO
Overall Rating: 2
Food:[3] • Service:[2] • Atmosphere:[3]

• Looks appealing from outside.
• Not as upscale as they are trying to be.

“After spending 2 hours waiting for a table, our meal was cut short due to a roach crawling on my leg. After reporting it to the general manager, he stated, "it happens," and proceeded to offer me an on the house dessert. The prices are too high for the quality and service of the food, the inner portion of the restaurant was dingy and dirty. All and all, what a disappointment.”

Jun 27, 2007 by Robynne & Adam L. from Houston,TX
Overall Rating: 7
Food:[10] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[6]

• Yummy, will go back again.
• The tables and chairs are out dated. Lack of romantic setting.

“It was me and my husband's first visit to sip, we ate at amberjacks the first night, and we had to go back for more. The Rasta shrimp made our taste buds go crazy. We had blackened snapper that was perfectly cooked. Although the veggies were nothing to write home about. The drinks were awesome, you won't need a second. The atmosphere is very casual, with a local hangout feel. We went to another restaurant the next night (we won't say the Name) that had gotten a higher rating, it had an excellent view, but was very crowded and the food was not nearly as good...”

Aug 19, 2006 by David from San Antonio
Overall Rating: 3
Food:[2] • Service:[4] • Atmosphere:[4]

• Meal replacement.
• Poor food quality for the price - new management doing a disservice.

“This was my second visit to Amberjack's and it was not a good one. Last year in late August I went to S. Padre for the first time and ate at this restaurant. I was very pleased with the food and the service for the price; so I decided to go back again this year during my trip to S. Padre. Unfortunately I was told by the waiter that they were under new management, and no longer are salads served with the entries Bad idea! The entries were just inexcusable. I ordered Surf and Turf, and the Rib eye was overcooked and had to be sent back, then there was so much fat and gristle in the meat that it practically equaled half of the steak. The shrimp were very small also and cold as ice. My friend had ordered the shrimp platter because last year the shrimp were very large and the portion was outstanding. Not this time, most of them were very small and barely bite size; in fact instead of a dozen large shrimp they came in all shapes and sizes. This time the portions were much smaller on all of the condiments also. The best thing was that the waiter did bring an entire new meal for me with the corrected (fatty steak) minus the shrimp. The price of $51 plus dollars for the meals was unreal for the food provided. Unfortunately for Amberjack's I will not return to their restaurant and will be passing along my opinions to other people I know who plan to vacation in South Padre.”

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

Jul 16, 2006 by Amanda from Brownsville, Texas
Overall Rating: 7
Food:[7] • Service:[6] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Watching the sunset from the deck while your eating is very romantic!
• They do not split the bill for large parties, but they will take credit cards from each person. (You just have to do the math yourself.)

“I've eaten at Amber jacks many times with large groups of friends. Though the service can be slow at times, watching the sunset over the bay from the deck is worth the wait. The food is pretty typical and there are diverse price options on the menu. When people come in from out of town, I always take them to Amber jacks for dinner. I recommend making reservation out on the deck for around sunset to ensure the best dining experience.”

May 19, 2006 by Dina
Overall Rating: 10
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Beautiful atmosphere and delicious food!
• A little noisy with so many customers.

“After visiting South Padre Island many times, we finally had the opportunity to have dinner at this restaurant. The atmosphere of this restaurant is absolutely breath taking and one of the best places to watch the sun set over the bay. My son, husband and I enjoyed the wonderful food and great staff. Our waiter was friendly and we never had to wait for refills on our drinks. The buffet had the most delicious wild rice and vegetables I have ever eaten and the salad was extremely fresh and crisp. I have to say that the best part was the cheesy and creamy macaroni and cheese. Take the time to visit this restaurant. Beware though, it is often very busy especially during the CRAZY summer months. I would take the time to make reservations. Dinner is the best time to enjoy the sunset. ENJOY!”

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Mar 20, 2006 by Leah from Corpus Christi, Texas
Overall Rating: 1
Food:[1] • Service:[1] • Atmosphere:[1]

• Nothing worst service ever.

“I have never received service like this my whole life. It was the worst experience ever. We had the rudest waiter and nastiest, cold food which made me sick all night. We were there for at least and hour and half and saw our waiter maybe 3 times. Then he added his own tip of $4 to a $19 meal. The buffet had wilted lettuce and ranch for the salad bar cold roast beef which was obviously not kept under the right temperature because it made me sick. After waiting 30 minutes for our ticket so we could leave we decided to go on the deck and take pictures of the boats and our waiter accused us of trying to walk out on our bill. Keep in mind there is no exit on this deck and we had on skirts and high heels so there's no way we could've jumped over. I will never eat here again and I urge you not to either.”

12 of 15 people found this review helpful.