Cinnamon Shore feels like a summer movie scene, with Gulf-side mornings, sun-filled activities, boutique shopping, gourmet dining and evenings by bonfires under stars. At this coastal community’s heart sits its newest fine dining gem, Stout’s at the Shore.
Opened June 2 by South Texas native Jason Stout, Stout’s at the Shore is the third location in the Stout’s Signature collection, bringing refined New American cuisine to Port Aransas while meeting Cinnamon Shore’s growing demand for elevated dining. In collaboration with Cinnamon Shore founder Jeff Lamkin, Stout has created a coastal dining vision rooted in New Urbanism, connection and quality.
“Jeff and I share values of family, food and fun, and have aligned effortlessly,” Stout said of the collaboration process. “Establishing Stout’s Signature within the community of businesses at Cinnamon Shore has felt natural.”
Stout’s journey as a culinary entrepreneur began unexpectedly in video game arcades. He launched 11 arcades across Texas before experimenting with pizza in one, leading to his renowned pizzeria, Stout’s Pizza Company, in San Antonio. His pizza passion evolved into fine dining, launching Stout’s Signature at Grape Creek Vineyards in Fredericksburg and San Antonio’s Tobin Center. “All menu items are a collection of my favorite tastes from traveling,” he shared. “Creating my menu, I wanted to be indecisive about what to eat because I love all of it.”
Stout’s at the Shore offers a chef-driven experience thanks to Executive Chef Roberto, who has worked alongside Stout for over five years. The menu draws inspiration from its coastal setting, built on fresh, natural ingredients with seafood and meats sourced from small, local farms. “When designing the menu, it was important to know exactly where our ingredients come from and to keep everything fresh, natural and easy to digest. This requires serious prep from our team,” Stout explained.
Standout dishes include Fresh Drum Risotto with parmesan, wild mushrooms and white wine sauce, and a Lobster Ravioli filled with buttery lobster meat. A signature starter is Rockefeller Oysters, sourced locally from Texas Clear Water Oyster Gardens. Guest-favorite desserts include the Affogato, featuring Stout’s Signature espresso over gelato, and the nightly sell-out Bread Pudding made with brioche, apples, candied pecans, bourbon caramel, fresh fruit and vanilla bean whipped cream. Signature cocktails like Mi Corazon, Jay’s Espresso Martini and a tableside Lavender Smoked Old Fashioned elevate meals.
Stout’s attractive interior, designed by Paige Schnell of Tracery Interiors, features vaulted ceilings, soft blue, navy and sage tones, bold tropical wallpaper, geometric tile and gold-accented lighting and furniture. Intimate table lighting invites relaxed conversation and encourages guests to linger. With refined flavors, thoughtful service and seaside charm, Stout’s at the Shore offers unforgettable coastal dining.
“I love what I do, and my employees are like family,” Stout said. “I give my team creative freedom and ensure they feel supported. When people want to work for you, that energy shows on the plate. It’s about creating an excellent, positive, service-driven experience and making sure guests feel it.”
This fall, Jason said he’ll be opening Tiki Jays at Cinnamon Shore, a tropical venue featuring craft rum cocktails in custom tiki mugs. “I love the Cinnamon Shore community—I’m thrilled to fit right in, and excited for what’s next.”
201 Social Circle, Port Aransas | stoutsattheshore.com
