Is there a happy hour at Republic of Texas?

Yes, the lounge opens daily at 5pm with happy hour running 5 to 7pm Monday through Friday.

20th Floor · Omni Corpus Christi Hotel · AAA Four Diamond

Republic of Texas Bar & Grill Menu & Prices

Q: Does Republic of Texas serve lunch?

No, it is dinner only: Monday through Saturday 5:30 to 10:30pm, Sunday 5:30 to 9pm.

Q: What is the dress code at Republic of Texas?

Upscale casual to smart evening attire.

Corpus Christi’s highest steakhouse, literally — floor-to-ceiling glass over the bay, a four-time Wine Spectator award list, and prime cuts that have been drawing proposals and anniversaries for decades.

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Wine Spectator Award, 4 Years Running Happy Hour 5–7pm Mon–Fri Dinner Only

AAA Four Diamond

Award-winning fine dining

Wine Spectator

Award of Excellence, 4 years running

2024

HOSPIS Restaurant of the Year

Top 100

Most Romantic Restaurants, OpenTable

20 floors above the bay

The view is the reason people come back

Republic of Texas sits on the 20th floor of the Omni Corpus Christi Hotel’s Bayfront Tower, wrapped almost entirely in floor-to-ceiling glass. It’s a multi-level dining room built specifically so no table feels far from the water — a big part of why it’s landed on OpenTable’s Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants list and remains a favorite spot for proposals.

The kitchen runs on USDA prime beef, wild game, and Gulf seafood, backed by a wine program that’s earned Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence four years running. Ask for a window table facing the marina at sunset — it’s the reservation regulars request by name.

Know Before You Go

Seating210 seats across a multi-level dining room

Best TableWindow seating, marina side, booked well ahead for sunset

DressUpscale casual to smart evening attire

ServiceDinner only — no lunch service

5–7pm

Happy Hour, Monday through Friday, in the lounge. The bar opens daily at 5pm; weeknight happy hour runs the first two hours, ahead of the dinner rush. It’s the easiest way to experience the room and the wine list without committing to a full steakhouse check.

Interactive · build your steak course

Pick a cut, then pick a finish

Every cut on this menu can be finished a few different ways. Choose both and we’ll tell you exactly what you’re getting — flavor, wine pairing, and price.

Step 1 — Choose your cut

Filet Mignon Bone-In Ribeye (24oz) New York Strip (12oz)

Step 2 — Choose your finish

Classic, Simply Seasoned Peppercorn Crust Bordelaise (Red Wine Reduction)

Filet Mignon, Simply Seasoned

$47

Why it worksFilet is the leanest, most tender cut on the menu — simple seasoning lets that tenderness be the whole point.

Pour with itA lighter Pinot Noir or a mid-weight Merlot won’t fight the delicate texture.

Filet Mignon, Peppercorn Crust

$47

Why it worksCracked pepper gives the mildest cut on the menu some real backbone without overwhelming it.

Pour with itA Cabernet Sauvignon has enough structure to stand up to the pepper.

Filet Mignon, Bordelaise

$47

Why it worksThe red wine reduction adds depth to a cut that’s more about texture than bold flavor on its own.

Pour with itStay in the same lane as the sauce — a red Bordeaux blend echoes it perfectly.

Bone-In Ribeye, Simply Seasoned

$80

Why it worksThe ribeye’s marbling is the whole show — the most-praised dish on the menu, and it doesn’t need help.

Pour with itA bold Cabernet or Malbec matches the richness cut for cut.

Bone-In Ribeye, Peppercorn Crust

$80

Why it worksA steakhouse classic — the pepper crust plays well against all that fat without masking it.

Pour with itSyrah’s peppery notes mirror the crust itself.

Bone-In Ribeye, Bordelaise

$80

Why it worksTwo rich flavors at once — go here if you want the most indulgent version on the menu.

Pour with itA big Napa Cab can go toe-to-toe with both the fat and the sauce.

New York Strip, Simply Seasoned

$55

Why it worksFirmer texture and a beefier flavor than filet, without the ribeye’s heavy marbling — the middle-ground order.

Pour with itA Chianti or Sangiovese has the acidity to cut through the leaner fat.

New York Strip, Peppercorn Crust

$55

Why it worksThe strip’s natural chew holds up well to a heavier crust than the filet can handle.

Pour with itZinfandel’s spice complements the pepper without competing.

New York Strip, Bordelaise

$55

Why it worksA classic bistro pairing — the sauce rounds out the strip’s leaner profile.

Pour with itA Right Bank Bordeaux blend keeps the whole plate in the same register.

USDA prime, wild game & Gulf seafood

Republic of Texas Menu & Prices

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Prices verified: July 2026, from Republic of Texas’s GMB listing

All Starters & Salads Sides Steaks & Chops From the Ranch Seafood Desserts

Appetizers

Seared Diver Scallops
Smoked bacon, brioche, onion compote
$30
Shrimp Cocktail
5 jumbo shrimp, tequila cocktail sauce
$24
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
Lobster-cognac cream
$24
Ahi Tuna Tartare
Mango purée, cucumber, jalapeño, wontons
$24
Quail Legs
Tossed in Republic sweet heat sauce
$20
Carnitas
Beef tenderloin tips, onions, red chili sauce
$20
Oysters Republic
6 oysters, mushroom, spinach, brandy cream
$20
Crab Fondue
Gruyère, blue crab, crostini
$18
Escargot
Garlic butter, shallot, parsley
$15
Seafood Tower
A frequently praised shared starter
Ask server

Soups & Salads

Beefsteak Tomato Napoleon
Mozzarella, basil pesto
$13
Caesar Salad
Anchovy dressing, parmesan
$12
Wedge Salad
Blue cheese, bacon
$12
Lobster Bisque
$12
House Salad
Greens, eggs, bacon
$11

Accompaniments

Asparagus / Broccolini
Roasted garlic
$13
Creamed Spinach
$13
Sautéed Mushrooms
$13
Brussels Sprouts & Pork Belly
$13
Vegetable Medley
$12
Baked Idaho Potato
$12
Au Gratin Potatoes
$12
Mac & Cheese
Hatch peppers
$12
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
$11

Steaks & Chops

Filet Chateaubriand (For Two)
Vegetables, potatoes
$106
Côte De Boeuf (For Two)
Shared ribeye plate
$104
Bone-In Ribeye (24oz)
$80
Kansas City Strip (16oz)
$60
New York Strip (12oz)
$55
Rack of Lamb
Port wine reduction
$56
Filet Mignon
$47
Pork Chop
Apple gastrique
$40

From the Ranch

Buffalo Ribeye
Marrow crust
$57
Texas Bob White Quail
Rosemary pan sauce
$36
Herb Roasted Half Chicken
Lemon thyme au jus
$34
Venison Loin
Cumberland sauce
$44

Seafood

Fresh Fish
Beurre blanc
$44
Ahi Tuna
Curry cream
$44
Wild Salmon
Dill hollandaise
$39
Jumbo Shrimp
Scampi sauce
$38
Shrimp Republic
White wine scampi
$38
Lobster Tail
Market size
$11+

Desserts

Chocolate Cake
Salted caramel
$10
Cheesecake
Berry coulis
$10
Crème Brûlée
Vanilla custard — a frequently praised finish
$9
Key Lime Pie
Citrus cream
$9

Prices verified against Republic of Texas’s GMB listing, July 2026, and may change. The Seafood Tower is a frequently mentioned shared starter without a fixed listed price; ask your server. See Saltwater Grill for another Corpus Christi seafood menu with full verified pricing.

Good to know

The kitchen & private events

Kitchen leadership

A chef’s name in transition

Different sources have listed different executive chefs here recently, and Omni Hotels was still actively recruiting for the Executive Chef role as of spring 2026 — a sign the kitchen leadership has changed hands this year. We’re not naming a chef we can’t confirm is current; ask on your visit if you’d like to know who’s currently running the pass.

210 seats, multiple rooms

Built for celebrations

The multi-level dining room and private meeting spaces regularly host rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, retirement parties, and business dinners — ask about private dining when you book if you’re planning something bigger than a table for two.

Good to know

Republic of Texas — FAQ

Where is Republic of Texas Bar & Grill located?

On the 20th floor of the Omni Corpus Christi Hotel’s Bayfront Tower, 900 N Shoreline Blvd, with panoramic views of Corpus Christi Bay through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Is there a happy hour?

Yes — the lounge opens daily at 5pm, with happy hour running 5–7pm Monday through Friday, ahead of dinner service.

Does Republic of Texas serve lunch?

No, it’s dinner only: Monday through Saturday 5:30–10:30pm, Sunday 5:30–9pm.

What awards has the restaurant won?

A AAA Four Diamond Award, Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for four consecutive years, OpenTable’s Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, and the 2024 HOSPIS Restaurant of the Year.

What’s the best table to request?

Window seating on the marina side is the most requested, especially for sunset. Book ahead, since the multi-level dining room’s best views go quickly on weekends.

What is the dress code?

Upscale casual to smart evening attire fits the room; it’s not a strict jacket-required steakhouse, but shorts and flip-flops would stand out.

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