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Lisa Bella's Bistro & Java Bar

5009 Highway 361, Cinnamon Shore, Port Aransas, TX 78373-5124
361-749-4222
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Ranked #13 of 44 restaurants in Port Aransas
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Most recent review
- May 21, 2013
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Kalamazoo
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45 reviews 45 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Had dinner here while staying at a condo down the road. Really cute setting, and we were near the end of dinner service. The food was very good, and the menu had a good variety of things. Good presentation and well prepared dinner. Server could have been a little more engaging. She looked either tired or a little nervous, but... More

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Port Aransas
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25 reviews 25 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

The food, the service, the atmosphere all were exemplary! It is a few miles out of town now. Our last visit they were still in the Flat's Area, now they are located in Cinnamon Shore. Worth the drive! Take your special someone, they will really appreciate you.

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Austin, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

If you're looking to impress someone in Port A, this is the place to eat. Great food. Not horribly priced and a wonderful atmosphere.

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texas
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33 reviews 33 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

When in Port Aransas don't miss Lisa Bellas! Some of the finest food in town! Mermaid Soup is their speciality so make sure to try it! The Seafood Enchiladas are wonderful too! It is our "go to" place while in Port Aransas!

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Blanco Texas
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44 reviews 44 reviews
37 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 5, 2012

Five friends went to Lisa Bella's a few weekends ago. We had to wait until 8:45 to get seated because we had not made a reservation early enough. First of all, the signage to find the place is lacking. (We were told their sign blew down) Since the restaurant is not large, make a reservation if you want to come... More

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Corpus Christi, Texas
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed June 27, 2012

I purchased a Groupon to try this place out. It's about 45 min away from my home, and only after we received our bill did they say that they would not accept the Groupon because it was during spring break (even though the Groupon did not have any stipulations against using it during spring break). The manager, Kelly, said I... More

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North Houston, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2012

we are really foodies and eat out twice a week at least. Lisa Bella is abolutely outstanding. Food, wine list, ambiance, service.

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Port Aransas, Texas
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34 reviews 34 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2012

Excellent service the other night at Lisabella's. My friend and husband enjoyed the mermaid soup. They loved it! Then lobster enchiladas, grouper and mahgarita pizza. Everything was excellent! Yes the place is pricey but if you want Whataburger prices then go to Whataburger. The only thing I would change about the experience is the noise level. Extremely loud inside this... More

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Dallas
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012

Lisabellas is one of the top places to eat for an upscale dining experience. Food is fresh and consistently good. Family owned with owner in the kitchen. Chef graduated from culinary institute and therefore well trained. Fish excellent but filet is my constant order. Great mussels for appetizer. Good atmosphere in new location. Quieter than old location and roomier. Only... More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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26 reviews 26 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012

My husband and I each got one of the fish specials, he got the ahi peppered tuna (which was actually very good) but the portion size was tiny, especially for $38. My fish was bland and had no real flavor, which was a big let down. We had terrible service (they seem to think larger tables are more important). Our... More

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