Pier 99 owner Andrea Hall-Astin has died. The North Beach restaurant remembered her as a mentor, friend and leader whose kindness touched many.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Coastal Bend restaurant community is mourning the loss of Andrea Hall-Astin, the owner of Pier 99 Restaurant on North Beach.
The restaurant announced Hall-Astin’s passing in a social media post Tuesday, remembering her as a beloved leader, mentor and friend whose impact reached far beyond the business.
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Located near the USS Lexington Museum and the Texas State Aquarium, Pier 99 has become a popular destination for both local residents and visitors to Corpus Christi. Over the years, Hall-Astin helped make the restaurant a welcoming gathering place for families, tourists and members of the Coastal Bend community.
In its announcement, the restaurant described Hall-Astin as someone whose kindness, guidance and sense of humor touched the lives of employees and customers alike.
“Her kindness, guidance and laughter will be cherished forever,” the restaurant wrote.
Employees and members of the community have begun sharing messages of support and condolences following the announcement, remembering Hall-Astin’s dedication to both her staff and the North Beach restaurant.
While the restaurant did not release additional details regarding her passing, the tribute reflected on the close relationships Hall-Astin built during her time as owner and the lasting impact she had on those around her.
Pier 99 has long been a recognizable part of Corpus Christi’s North Beach area, serving guests just steps away from two of the city’s most popular attractions.
As friends, family and the restaurant community mourn her loss, many are remembering Andrea Hall-Astin not only for her leadership but also for the compassion and warmth she shared with everyone who walked through the restaurant’s doors.