104 THE COASTAL BEND MAGAZINE • Early Summer 2018 TheCoastalBend.com Coastal Bend Food Typical meal w/beverage $: under $10 $$: $10-$20 $$$: $20-$30 $$$$: $30+ The Coastal Food List Mesquite Street Pizza & Pasta This little pizza shop in downtown has taken off to become one of the most popular places in the city. Enjoy a wonderful variety of gourmet pizzas in traditional sizes, as well a gigan- tic“giant slice,”and the breathtaking 30-inch pizza. You’ll also find a nice selection of fresh salads, as well as some of the best homemade pasta dishes in town. Many places make their case for best burger, and judging from online reviews and return business, Mesquite Street is at the top of the run- ning. Full bar service with specialty drinks like the famous Big Red Margarita. Live comedy on the weekends, and open mic Thursdays; nationally known comedy acts at Mesquite Street Comedy Club next door. 617 Mesquite St. • (361) 882-7499 EatPizzaDowntown.com • $$ Harrison’s Landing The casual atmosphere that comes with life on the water is what you’ll find at Harrison’s Landing, which is, actually, a yachting center and marina, boutique and bar and res- taurant all in one! Enjoy cold gulf shrimp and a frosty mar- garita while taking in the breathtaking sunset over Corpus Christi’s marina and bay front—all while toe-tapping to the sounds of a popular local beach band. Harrison’s offers a delicacy for just about any taste—fish tacos with avocado and cilantro, topped with a special Mexican sauce makes for a perfect lunch—colossal shrimp served grilled or fried in a variety of special batters—or enjoy a perfectly grilled fresh fish filet. You might love Harrison’s Landing so much that you’ll find yourself back the next evening for a yacht ride or sunset cruise. 108 Peoples Street T-Head (361) 881-8503 • HarrisonsLanding.net • $$ Mesquite St. Pizza & Pasta Harrison’s Landing