Black Diamond Oyster Bar

Food was delicious, and it was hard to decide what to eat for our short trip. We did sit in the back and arrived right before the afternoon rush, so after receiving our food we did get a little forgotten on refills but we manged to finish about the same time as our food, almost. Just got to say the sweet tea was delicious and was happy to get a to go refill, thank you!

We had a great experience dining here. The oysters were fresh and tasted amazing. The staff Hannah was very kind and sweet who even offered bug spray for us. The water was great.

This place is no more than 2 out of 5 stars for me.😔 I had high hopes for the crawfish bisque, but unfortunately, it lacked salt and seasoning — it tasted bland. My husband felt the same way. The shrimp we ordered were overcooked and a bit tough. We got 8 small shrimp for $19, which felt overpriced. The oysters were quite good, but honestly, I’m not sure it’s even possible to mess up raw oysters. The place was pretty crowded — I guess the locals enjoy it. Maybe they just haven’t had anything better to compare it to? The waitress who served us forgot to bring water for our dog, even though we specifically asked. That was disappointing.😢😢😢

We got here just in time.. No line to wait. Special was drum fish with a ponchatrain sauce with steamed veggies and a salad. I Enjoyed every morsel. Table mates had fried fish, shrimp, and the biggest hamburger I've seen with 8 ounces of Angus beef. Staff was very attentive. Seating inside or outside. Recommend.!

These are some of the best fried mushrooms you’ll find around here! Light breaded, flavorful and full mushrooms. Service was fast and friendly but not rushed. It’s a bit loud in there since the tables are close together with an overall small space. Fish and shrimp was delicious and fresh!

Thos was a great little place to eat. It is away from the hustle of town so the wait wasn't long. We were seated immediately. Oysters were great. Service was wonderful. Would definitely go back.

Smaller and a bit noisy restaurant with excellent service and very good food and decent prices - we know why a local recommended it to us! The crab-stuffed fish I had was prepared well, my wife enjoyed her seared ahi tuna salad, and our guests said their grilled fish and the fried shrimp were both done right. House salads were fresh and the rice pilaf was prepared correctly in terms of not being dry although it wasn't very flavorful. We all enjoyed the hush puppies as an appetizer noting their flavor and texture were both just right. All the staff seemed very friendly and our waitress was excellent. A good stop we'll revisit to try other things on the menu that sounded tasty.

Service was Great! Food was delicious! The oysters were Awesome! I definitely recommend the ahi tuna salad!

Came around 1400 and was promptly seated. We were given the option for indoor/outdoor/bar seating and ended up choosing outdoor as it wasn't too hot out. Our server Kaitlynn was very nice, attentive, and always kept our drinks full. Both the coconut shrimp and the special were both really fresh. Sides were also on point. I expected the fries to be bland but it had a good amount of flavor along with the veggies and rice. The food we ordered was more than enough leaving us without room for dessert but there is always next time. Tldr: 10/10, food was great, would eat here again

I forgot to take photos of our entrees. We went with the oyster trio with the cocktail sauce topping being my favorite. I was not as fan of the Parmesan topped oyster. There wasn't much flavor to it. We also decided to try the shrimp and oyster entree served with fries plus an order of fried pickles. We also ordered a side salad and asked for thousand island dressing but instead got the tar tar sauce. Apparently, it's what they had in place of thousand island which we thought was odd. We switched it to ranch dressing. Service was great. Our waitress attended to us well. Not a bad place if you're in the mood for oysters.

Came in for the first time based on a recommendation from a friend. The restaurant is right before you cross over the bridge to Port A. We were able to take advantage of lunch and it was a Friday so we got $0.50 off our beers. The gumbo was good but it was a bit greasy. The lunch special was a good value but we got the shrimp sandwich and there were only 5 shrimp in the sandwich. The bread was toasted and super tasty. I got my sandwich with a salad but I tried the fries on another plate and they were delicious!! It was a good experience and Nico was our waitress and she was great. Will definitely be back.

Food - raw oysters were ok today not cleaned as well as you normally serve. Server acted as if she would rather be somewhere else. And did not smile or ask us if everything was good. We drive about 120 miles one way so our effort to come down to BDOB is high. Older seafood decor inside clean but outdoor area needs attention.

We arrived on a Thursday around 6 p.m. for our first visit. Parking was easy, but the entrance was a little hard to find. There was no hostess stand near the front, so we had to wait by the door until someone came to seat us. The inside was small, but they had a patio that allowed dogs, which was perfect since we brought ours. The patio was comfortable with large fans that kept the air moving. There were bar stools and tables outside, and it wasn't too hot. Our server was nice, though she didn't tell us her name. She took our drink orders and let us know they had several local beers on tap. I ordered the Nueces Blood Orange. It was light, crisp, and had a nice citrus flavor. My wife ordered a Tito's with Sprite and lime, which came in a goblet. It was an interesting choice of glass. For food, we started with a dozen oysters. They were fresh and very good. My wife ordered the ahi tuna nachos with ginger aioli. They were delicious and came in a big portion that could easily be a full meal. The dish had pickled jalapeños, which she didn't love, but it wasn't enough to ruin the dish. I had the fish and shrimp. The white fish was light and flaky with a crispy batter that wasn't soggy. The Gulf shrimp were large and fresh with a crunchy, slightly oily coating. For dessert, we took home a slice of key lime pie and a slice of butter pecan pie. Both were made from scratch and really good. The butter pecan pie was especially rich and full of flavor. Overall, the food was excellent and the service was good. Being able to bring our dogs made it even better. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town.

The locals mentioned this is a hidden spot but with these rave reviews, I see a bigger location in their future. Absolutely spot on with all the dishes !

Staff was very nice and accommodating and sat a big party of 15 with a decent wait time of 30 minutes with a packed restaurant! Sat outside and was nice and cool and had fans around. Food was pretty good and everything came out correct! Great place to come with family!

You're going to get some of the freshest seafood at this joint; why wouldn't you? This city is almost completely on water! My family was being a bunch of weirdos so I arrived alone, with my book--my guilty pleasure--a hood book, I won't disclose the title ;-)....i digress.... I grabbed a seat indoors. Outside seating was available; sounded like a madhouse that Sunday night. The live band was rocking! My waitress looked to be about 12; super adorable, very sweet. She checked in on me about every 13 seconds. Nothing too special about my salad but the ranch seemed to be of good quality. No hidden valley here! The oysters and pickles were lightly fried, no heavy batter, and seasoned just right. The snapper was the star of the show for It was a specialty of the day. I would've liked a few more crawfish in my etouffee for that $30 price tag, but I get....they have bills as do I! All in all, I enjoyed my visit. I loved the "down home, divey " feel. Black Diamond for the "W"!

I really enjoy this place. Cook your catch is always a plus after coming in from fishing. Give it a try

My husband and I stopped here during our little day trip to Corpus Christi with our dogs and we loved the food! Needless to say, there were no leftovers! Also, the staff was super nice and even helped us get some water for our dogs. We dined outside and it was really pretty. The staff even turned on their giant fan for us to cool down during the hot day.

Food was deliciously fresh. Service was friendly, quick and courteous. The casual ambiance makes you feel right at home. Will be a new go to spot on beach trips!

We have stayed at the Navy Lodge many times over the years, and had no idea this hidden gem was just outside the front gate! Initially, we went to Doc's, but with a 1.5 hour wait...THAT wasn't happening. I think my wife called the front desk at lodging for a recommendation...and what a fantastic recommendation! We were greeted with a very friendly young lady at the front door and seated as soon as we arrived. It's not a huge place, so I recommend you get there early. Parking was sufficient, but the way the food tastes, they may need to expand. Every dish was outstanding. The fried gator bites, black drum Pontchatrain was seasoned to perfection, as was the fried shrimp! The BDOB is, IMHO, knows how to cook and treat their customers. Huge shoutout to the chef, and our waitress...OUTSTANDING all around, and...we will be back! Date visited: Saturday evening | 7:45 PM (est.).

We had a great experience dining here. The staff was very friendly and the oysters were delicious and fresh. There is an outdoor and indoor. I would recommend the outdoor because of the live music and the ambiance felt more natural. Good water

We truly enjoyed discovering this hidden gem. The atmosphere was welcoming, the service attentive, and the food exceeded expectations. We sat on the back patio, where the live music added a wonderful energy--present enough to enjoy, but still quiet enough to hold a conversation with ease. Originally, we had planned to dine at Doc's or Snoopy's, but the packed parking lots had us looking for a more relaxed alternative. While this spot isn't waterfront, the overall experience was so enjoyable that we'd happily choose it again--even when the crowds aren't an issue. A great find!

Simply delicious! The staff was very friendly and helpful. Everything from the appetizers, salads, main course, and dessert was made from scratch. I would definitely recommend.

What a delicious find!!!! A small family owned local restaurant is a must go to. We had the oyster trio to start. This had oyster Robert, Rockefeller and New Orleans. All were amazing. We ordered a couple specials for dinner. The habanero shrimp and the mahi with crab and shrimp.. The habanero shrimp was sweet spicy, and delicious . The mahi had a nice Cajun kicked to it. The mahi was served nice Ponchartrain sauce.

If you're craving an array of delectable oyster options, this is the ultimate destination for you! Dive into a world of flavors and discover the perfect oyster to tantalize your taste buds.

Amazing food and service!! We got the oyster trio, gator bites, and garlic parmesan shrimp and everything was absolutely delicious.

Great food! Bread pudding was yummy. Always on our must stop list when in town. Oysters were good as always. As a family from the desert we love our seafood when in the area!

Food & service was 10 out of 10 highly recommended bring a friend for a good time Drinks where top of the line Food was so fresh flavors for days I could eat here everyday AK was our server she was amazing were attentive and helpful The ambiance was peaceful yet fun you can be yourself & enjoy if you're ever in Corpus Christi this is a must eat fried crawfish delicious oysters best I have ever had Great Prices! I am in love with this place I wanted everything on the menu !

Stopped by after a day at Mustang Island. I saw fried pickles on the menu and I was sold lol. We were seated right away, outside because we had our fur baby with us. They were so kind and brought our dog an ice cold bowl of water. Service was great and our order came out pretty quick. I ordered a side of fried shrimp and my husband ordered the fish and shrimp plate. All of our food was delicious. I personally wasn't a fan of the coleslaw but my husband liked it. The aesthetic is very "beach town" vibe with indoor and outdoor seating and a stage outside for live music.. we enjoyed our experience here!

Good seafood sandwiches, but totally disappointed!! They no longer have FRESH Cut Fries!! So sad! Main reason for enjoying the side order. Won't be back...until they bring them back. P. S. Oyster Rockefeller not worth it! Bad choice.

The Joint is full of good oysters and good service. The rugged atmosphere is just limey - just an old timers fisherman's wharf bar !

The food is always delicious and fresh and the service is always great! Really great coastal vibe and our kids always enjoy it too!

This place has all the charm from the moment you walk in. We ordered Ahi fish sandwiches grilled and they did not disappoint. AK was so warm and welcoming we felt right at home. Can't wait to return with our family next visit to Corpus Christi.

This restaurant and staff are one of a kind. They were very attentive and d very kind, our waitress brought my dog ice water, I've never had a place do that, such great service I will always eat here while in town. The place had a very dive bar feel as well as a home town feel. The food was delicious and I would say the shrimp was my favorite.

Food was excellent. - salad - crawfish bisque - oysters - fried fish - shrimp & crab queso Service was excellent. Yea AK! I had seen the reviews on Yelp before going and read all about AK. So when the server introduced herself, I was very pleased that we were getting the bright star of the restaurant. The food was superb. The crawfish bisque was out of this world. It was better than some of the lobster bisque I have eaten up east. The oyster and fish dinner that I had, the oysters were so fresh and the fried fish was very very good. I would only say that, perhaps some of the meal had too much salt, but that was our Subjective opinion. shrimp and crab queso although it was very good, by the time we got to it, we were so full - we brought it home. we had tea and water with our meals so we cannot give any opinion on any of the special drinks And they did have some really delicious looking desserts but we were so full that we just about rolled out of there. I would highly recommend this place it is right outside of the Naval Air Station. It is definitely worth stopping versus going through to one of the padre island, seafood restaurants and the prices are decent. Hope you get AK, too.

We got the oysters trio and it was some of the best oysters we've ever had! The chicken fried steak and gravy was also top of the line. We also brought our dog with us and they had ice water out for her before us! Great service for the pup is always greatly appreciated. Would highly recommend this place!

I fall in the midst of my Yelper friends and rate Black Diamond a solid 4-star establishment. There were things worthy of a 5-star mark, other items were more on the order of a 3-star rating. We had a few drinks (Cat 5 Hurricane, Peppermint Bark, Tanqueray/Tonic), all were good! Let me start by briefly stating that "AK" was our waitress... she was awesome... walked us through the menu, explained lots, and answered all questions... as the place got busier while we were there, she still stopped by an often! 5-Star service... attentive, but not intrusive ... thanks AK!!! General observation about the place... Food service... everything came out of the kitchen HOT (temperature), a few dishes so hot we had to let them cool off before enjoying them! Lots of locals eating there (speaks volumes), including many "Winter" Texans. Great conversations with the locals! We opted to start with oysters... some of the half-shell variety and then the oyster-trio. The half-shell oysters were "da bomb" ... plump and juicy, with horseradish and cocktail sauce on the side (we were yearning for a mignonette sauce, but no luck). The baked oyster trio was a bit out of our "what we like" zone... a dozen oysters fixed Roberts-style (cocktail sauce, jalapenos, cheddar cheese), Rockefeller-style (cream cheese, spinach, bacon, Swiss cheese), and New Orleans-style (white wine, butter, garlic, parmesan). Our fav was probably the "Nawlins-style, which were very good. Between the fried goodies and the entree, we sampled a cup of the house gumbo, a bit "fishy" for our palates... when we make gumbo, it never includes fish, usually shrimp or chicken/duck with andouille sausage. The gumbo was good, just not our preference. And in Port A/Corpus Christi, why not enjoy some fried food, right...? The next food salvo consisted of fried oysters and fried mushrooms. Fried oysters were tasty, but a but limp. The fried mushrooms were on point, exactly what anyone would want... piping hot! Deelish! One note about the batter on both the oysters and the mushrooms, it was a bit salty, remedied by removing some of the batter and dunking in ketchup! LOL We split the one of the daily specials as an entree ... the blackened mahi-mahi topped with crab and "crawtails." Very tasty fish, but the blackened seasoning was very overpowering, a bit too much. We scraped some of the seasoning off, and the fish was very good. The side of grilled veggies was great! So, a solid 4-star place, with outstanding oysters. We'd likely go back to Black Diamond just to eat the oysters on the 1/2 shell, they were some of the best we've had in a long time. Shucked and served ice-cold... YUM! Recommend Black Diamond next time you're in the neighborhood!

Excellent and FRESH seafood. We were tired of the overcrowded Port Aransas seafood places and wanted to try something else. Instead of waiting 45min - 1 hr at those places, we decided to drive a bit and stop at Black Diamond Oyster. It's less than a mile once you cross bridge and it did not disappoint. Small indoor seating area but great and lively outdoor area. We chose to sit inside since there was room. We started with the bisque. Very creamy but tasty. I had the Stuffed Crab Fish meal and it was juicy and fresh. My wife had the Fried Shrimp meal and everything was fresh and delicious. We ended with the Peach Cobbler that tasted home made. Rivaled the homemade one my wife makes that's to die for. Highly recommend this place and will stop by again. A great find and must try for anyone.

We visited Black Diamond tonight and had an amazing meal and an awesome experience. Robert was an excellent server and never left us wanting food or drink. We started with a couple of IPA's and a dozen oysters on the half shell. Delicious!! We then wanted to try something different so Robert recommended the New Robert oysters which were not the Robert oysters but the New Orleans oysters with a jalapeno on top which made them the new Robert's! I loved them and we told Robert they should be on the menu. The music on the Patio was great, she played some Stevie Nicks, jimmy Buffet and more. We loved our time and will definitely go back!

As a first time diner, I believe we may have come during a rush. It look a bit to be seated. There was also no draft beers. There was also a wait for plates to come out and drinks. But the oysters more than made up for it. Tried the baked oyster trio and loved them so much we ordered a dozen of the oysters Rockefeller. Cocktails were good. The place was small but had a nice cozy vibe.

First time trying this place. All food was delicious. All staff was friendly and eager to greet us and serve us. Only complaint is it took a while to get our food but they were short a fry cook, our server was so incredibly friendly while we waited for our main dishes. There is not a ton of seating space so be okay with possibly have to either way for an inside seat or be okay with sitting outside area to eat.

I have been to Black Diamond a few times before and always had a great experience until now. We were there before New Years. The first thing the waitress told us was that they were getting ready to do a big renovation in a couple of days and not to order oysters or shrimp because they weren't sure if they had any left or not. She said they had not brought in a lot of seafood due to the upcoming renovation. I noticed that some of the later posts don't mention renovation work at all. So we said we would take our chances. It took awhile for our food but they were able to get our shrimp and Baked Oyster Trio. The oysters weren't cleaned well and had a lot of grit in them. The shrimp was ok.

Our daughter and son in law came from San Antonio to take us out to dinner, and we ended up here. Everything we had was amazing. We tried so many different things. Our SIL said it tasted better than seafood in NOLA. And the two of them have been back for lunch and dinner several times. The service was super and our server was a sweetie. And the bonus was a sweet women playing the guitar and singing the night away. Don't pass by this place! You will love it!

First time visiting. Enjoyed the atmosphere and staff was incredible. Food reviews were mixed from the family. Chicken and fish sandwich were winners. Seared tuna was excellent with homemade ginger and sweet chili sauces. The only mid review was the grilled fish and vegetables . Too salty and overcooked. Oysters were small. All and all a great experience.

We came there just for the Oysters and got the Oyster Trio and it was phenomenal. It was so fresh and seasoned with full of flavors that it definitely made my day. I could've ate more if we had more room to eat. Customer service was great too!

The shrimp sandwich is superb. Had the fish stuffed with crab and grilled veggies which was also good.

This Establishment is pure majestic makes me wanna come back the service is amazing everyone here was very nice but Yvonne was the best I really enjoyed her presence she needs a raise the nicest person and the best service 10/10 would recommend

Cheezy looking place. but great oysters-Rockefer, Robert w hot sauce, and New Orleans. Wife's fried oysters were excellent! My white fish stuffed with crab meat was also - flaky and cooked to perfection. Delicious. Server approached us kind of grumpy but warmed up quickly. Place was jam packed - easy to visit privately with the noise.

Let me start off by saying that our waitress Kaylyn was absolutely wonderful. We got the hamburger which was overcooked very, very dry and underseasoned. The crawfish tails were good. You could tell they were fresh. The popcorn shrimp were bigger than normal popcorn shrimp which was a plus. They fried pickles also was great. The sweet tea was very sweet, but I'm not gonna complain cause I like a little tea with my sugar, but too sweet for my husband. The restaurant was very clean. Nothing on the floor. It is a little small inside, but that's OK. That's just more of an intimate homey feel. Outdoor sitting area available. All in all, it was a great experience and I would recommend.

So I should probably start off by saying, I fish a lot and I enjoy quality seafood almost daily. In order to be a good seafood place, I think you have to serve quality seafood. I used to love this place until I found out they use Swai fish in their fish sandwich and in their crab stuffed fish. This came directly from a server at the restaurant. (I also heard they serve Tilapia in a different dish..super gross, if true) In the restaurant business and especially seafood, I believe this is cutting a huge corner. Most people won't even notice but I absolutely knew, first bite. And if you're wondering why these types of fish are so bad for you and gross, just google how they are "farmed" and what they feed them... Ps, they also charge you an extra fee on pickup orders, not cool.

Simple place; though the ambience, friendly staff & the food was excellent. We set inside at the bar. Moe, the bartender was fabulous & friendly. My friend had plain oysters & baked oyster Rockefeller, which was A+....then we shared fried fresh zucchini & Boudin balls (outstanding) Their cocktails were right on. I choose their grilled fish. Excellent, highly recommend this place

Such a great place. The food was outstanding, drinks were awesome and the staff was probably the best part of the experience. The whole place made you feel welcomed. We will definitely return

Black diamond has the best oysters and meal selections. This is our go to place when family want good oysters. Great atmosphere

Been here. Done that. And will continue to do it again. Not once has this spot failed me. Food. Service. Ambiance. All always great! Apparently Friday evenings include live entertainment too! What a night to enjoy (whispers: and they do military discounts too)

Our visit to Black Diamond was fabulous. The blackened drum with crab and sides was enough for two and it did not disappoint Moe the bartender serves a mean margarita(s). Ask for the pineapple-jalapeno margarita. Tom, the owner, sat with us and we had just a grand visit. He served us fresh oysters and key lime pie that we will ask for on our next visit. Energizing and friendly vibe at the bar. In my opinion, the place to be.

Our server was great, but the food was not. The fish was over seasoned and not enjoyable. The Rockefeller's were just barely warm when they came out and cold halfway through. The plate they came on was cold not sure how they are making them but they should be coming off a hot grill. The boudin balls were good. Not sure if I would go back again.

Loved this place! Food and service were amazing and the guy brought a bowl of water for our