Breakfast, lunch & dinner — fresh ingredients, generous portions, and a warm Texas welcome every single day.
La Palma is a community staple on South Padre Island Drive — where every guest leaves full and happy.
Traditional Mexican & Tex-Mex dishes made fresh with quality ingredients every day.
Open at 6 AM with the best breakfast tacos, burritos, and morning specials on the island.
On the go? Use our convenient drive-thru for quick pick-up or online order collection.
Extensive menu with vegan and vegetarian choices — something delicious for everyone.
Enjoy refreshing margaritas, ice-cold beers, horchata, and agua frescas with your meal.
Bring your furry family members — our outdoor patio is pet-friendly and welcoming.
Rated 4.0/5 on TripAdvisor · 90% recommend on Facebook · 219+ Yelp reviews
"Wow! This restaurant has some of the best Mexican food in the Corpus Christi area. We tried it at the recommendation of our hotel clerk and were not disappointed. We will definitely be back!"
"Love to go here and then hit Whitecap Beach! Margaritas and shrimp are amazing! Everyone greets you with a smile."
"Real and authentic Mexican food. The queso is on point — perfectly blended white Mexican cheese, peppers, green sauce. Chips are fresh, hot, salty and pack a delicious crunch of greatness."
"Delicious food, pleasant atmosphere, and great service. I thoroughly enjoyed the fried shrimp with fries and a glass of horchata. Highly recommend this place!"
"Family friendly and the food is great! My kids love the lentil soup. Service is attentive. This is our go-to spot every time we're in Corpus Christi."
"This location is clean, upbeat, and outstanding. Drive-thru is super convenient for picking up online orders. The carne guisada is a must-try every single time."
Conveniently located on South Padre Island Drive — with on-site parking and a drive-thru.