Summer is often the busiest time of year for restaurants across the country and Padre Island is no exception.

With tourist season in full swing, many local eateries saw packed dining rooms and long lines, serving not just island residents but visitors from all over the U.S. Local restaurants on Padre Island rebound after last year’s storm setback

For Seth Souza, manager of the Surfside Sandwich Shoppe, the influx was a welcome change.

"It's busy every single day pretty much and you know outside of the summer sometimes it's just weekends that are busy so we're able to have like a full staff in," said Souza.

That full staff was essential to handle the high demand, especially during peak hours.

Just on the same road, Guajillos on the Island, a Mexican restaurant, also experienced the se

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