Restaurants in Galveston
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Best Restaurants
“Simply amazing, this steakhouse rivals any top tier steakhouse of Major cities across the USA. We visited from Dallas before a cruise 🛳 and stumbled upon this gem of the island. drinks were tasty, food was cooked superbly, sides were massive family style, and dessert 🍨 to die for. they do enforce dress code but that only adds to the ambience of the experience. let's be frank, be a grown up and dress for the occasion. (added this since there were so many salty reviews about the dress code)”
“the food was excellent, the services was delightful, the atmosphere was excitement.”
“We had a great experience at Shearn’s Seafood and Steak! Our server, Damien, was fantastic. The restaurant has that polished, upscale feel you’d expect from a place like this, but Damien’s great sense of humor made the experience feel relaxed and genuinely enjoyable.
The service was effortless from start to finish—attentive without being intrusive, professional without feeling stiff. Exactly the kind of service you hope for at a restaurant of this caliber.
And of course, the food and atmosphere were wonderful, too. We’ll definitely be back!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“We attended my nieces basketball banquet upstairs on Sunday and all of the food was delicious! Excellent customer service as well, we will definitely be back!”
“Our trip advisor, Arieanna, was FANTASTIC!! She was VERY personable. She checked on us several times throughout the meal. Arieanna was VERY attentive to our needs. She also explained the menu and answered any questions we had. GREAT Server!!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Vida Agave catered an engagement party for us yesterday and everything was spectacular. They arrived in the morning to set up, and came back an hour and a half before the party started to deliver the food which was fresh, hot and delicious. Thank you, Vida Agave!!”
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“The two girls working behind the candy counter today (9/23) were AMAZING! They were so kind and patient, answered every question I had, and directed me right to exactly what I was looking for! They honestly made our day so much better. It’s not often that you have a customer service experience that leaves you walking out happier than you walked in, but they absolutely did that for us. Excellent customer service and easily the best candy shop I’ve been to in Galveston so far! (And I’ve tried several lol.) 🍭🍬”
“BEST brisket tacos, charro beans & rice, salsa & queso, and margaritas I’ve ever had!!! I’m a native Texan and Mexican food devotee, this place is truly amazing. Absolute perfection, wonderful service from Greg and worth making a trip to Galveston just to eat here. I rarely leave reviews but really want to return here for another BEST meal!”
“Best Bar Service on the Island! I really enjoyed the atmosphere inside of the parlor. Though it is very small inside, it didnt feel crowded since they limit the amount of guests allowed inside at one time. The drinks were both made and presented very well! Each drink came with a bar bite sized dish and there was also the option to have the dish a la carte. Also, we didnt have a reservation and had to wait, but it only took 20 minutes for seats to open up.”
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“Simply amazing, this steakhouse rivals any top tier steakhouse of Major cities across the USA. We visited from Dallas before a cruise 🛳 and stumbled upon this gem of the island. drinks were tasty, food was cooked superbly, sides were massive family style, and dessert 🍨 to die for. they do enforce dress code but that only adds to the ambience of the experience. let's be frank, be a grown up and dress for the occasion. (added this since there were so many salty reviews about the dress code)”
“We had a great experience at Shearn’s Seafood and Steak! Our server, Damien, was fantastic. The restaurant has that polished, upscale feel you’d expect from a place like this, but Damien’s great sense of humor made the experience feel relaxed and genuinely enjoyable.
The service was effortless from start to finish—attentive without being intrusive, professional without feeling stiff. Exactly the kind of service you hope for at a restaurant of this caliber.
And of course, the food and atmosphere were wonderful, too. We’ll definitely be back!”
“Best Bar Service on the Island! I really enjoyed the atmosphere inside of the parlor. Though it is very small inside, it didnt feel crowded since they limit the amount of guests allowed inside at one time. The drinks were both made and presented very well! Each drink came with a bar bite sized dish and there was also the option to have the dish a la carte. Also, we didnt have a reservation and had to wait, but it only took 20 minutes for seats to open up.”
“Aimee, our server, made this dining experience a wonderful time! Her guidance on meal and dessert selections was outstanding! She took our couple’s picture on the outside deck and it will be in our special photos album! Her caring service throughout the meal made this a top notch experience! Thank you so much! Sizzling grouper platter and butternut crab bisque were delicious!”
“A few dozen oysters were had tonight—all fabulous. But my faves were something I’ve never had before: The BBQ oysters with house-made blue cheese dressing. Just delicious. I couldn’t decide which type of mussels—fra diablo or the pesto chardonnay—so I ordered them both. I was not disappointed. Ask for the garlic bread. OMG. Chef Megan and Brenna took great care of us. It was nice to see David too! 10 out of 10 for food, service, and company.”
“I had the Steakhouse Skewer with lobster, filet mignon, and colossal shrimp. It was fabulous, but next time my husband and I will share it. So much food! We were staying at another resort and had no way to take home the leftovers. Our waiter, Ricardo, was absolutely amazing. He made everything so wonderful. My only complaint, which is huge, is about the majority of the clientele. Loud, obnoxious, men wearing backwards caps and shorts in a very elegant atmosphere. When i go to a rather expensive restaurant, I would expect to see better behavior. So many were acting like it was a sports bar.”
“First visit since we had to adopt a gluten free diet. I'd looked at the menu ahead of time and knew what the gluten sensitive options were and ordered confidently. Our waitress was amazing as soon as I said "gluten free." She confirmed that it's a necessity for us, made sure the chips and queso ordered for the table were prepped so they were safe for us, and even brought us a brand new ketchup bottle for our fries. Awesome experience and I can't wait to visit again.”
“Okay, so I was really tempted to gatekeep this little find, but it wouldn't be fair to y'all or the hardworking Sky Bar staff! Seriously, some of the best sushi and cocktails we have had - and we eat out A LOT! The Happy Hour is wonderful because it's a late HH from 5-10. I am a crab ragoon connoisseur, and they have, bar none, THE BEST! Our server, Seth, was spot on. He said he had only been there a few weeks, but you wouldn't know based on his high service level. Seth was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and attentive. The manager, Robert, made several stops by our table and the other guests to check on everything. He jumped in and helped servers as needed. We are in Galveston every month or so, and will definitely be will definitely be adding Sky Bar to our restaurant stops. Looking for a later Happy Hour, fabulous food and terrific service? Head to Sky Bar!”
“Aimee, our server, made this dining experience a wonderful time! Her guidance on meal and dessert selections was outstanding! She took our couple’s picture on the outside deck and it will be in our special photos album! Her caring service throughout the meal made this a top notch experience! Thank you so much! Sizzling grouper platter and butternut crab bisque were delicious!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“We did an online order and when we got home it was wrong. I called the store and Tiffany the manager apologized 3 times and replaced the entire meal and even threw in some other freebies. Her and her staff staff were so nice and polite. You dont get hospitality like that alot now days. Thank your entire team for a great experience.”
“A few dozen oysters were had tonight—all fabulous. But my faves were something I’ve never had before: The BBQ oysters with house-made blue cheese dressing. Just delicious. I couldn’t decide which type of mussels—fra diablo or the pesto chardonnay—so I ordered them both. I was not disappointed. Ask for the garlic bread. OMG. Chef Megan and Brenna took great care of us. It was nice to see David too! 10 out of 10 for food, service, and company.”
“Best Italian food my husband and I have ever had. Beautiful views from our table. Service was impeccable!”
“I had the Steakhouse Skewer with lobster, filet mignon, and colossal shrimp. It was fabulous, but next time my husband and I will share it. So much food! We were staying at another resort and had no way to take home the leftovers. Our waiter, Ricardo, was absolutely amazing. He made everything so wonderful. My only complaint, which is huge, is about the majority of the clientele. Loud, obnoxious, men wearing backwards caps and shorts in a very elegant atmosphere. When i go to a rather expensive restaurant, I would expect to see better behavior. So many were acting like it was a sports bar.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Hands down best place on the island!!!! We were craving pho and Omgsh the Smoked Brisket Pho is out of this world! Best broth I’ve ever had. Chicken wings with homemade sauce 100. Owner Spike is super friendly and passionate about his career and offerings. This place is not to be missed”
“The hospitality was superb! The beer was fabulous! If you’re not a beer drinker, they have wine as well. If you need a snack or anything to eat, just order it from Coastal Grill across the street and they will deliver it. We will definitely be going back and I recommend this to anyone.”
“Our family was looking for a good place to have lunch before heading to the cruise ship. Let me just say that we were not expecting such a great eating experience. The food at Coop’s is absolutely delicious. Fall off the bone ribs, super tender brisket, great side , and the best banana pudding I have ever tasted. The prices were very reasonable with large portions. Highly recommend you give this play a try.”
“BEST brisket tacos, charro beans & rice, salsa & queso, and margaritas I’ve ever had!!! I’m a native Texan and Mexican food devotee, this place is truly amazing. Absolute perfection, wonderful service from Greg and worth making a trip to Galveston just to eat here. I rarely leave reviews but really want to return here for another BEST meal!”
“This is a great little place to eat!! I had grilled shrimp taco's and they were wonderful.! The other dishes that were ordered were just as good! Hamburger steak, pizza, grilled chicken po boy. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the price was just as accommodating as the food was!”
“There’s so much to love about Mama Teresa’s Flying Pizza it’s hard to know where to start. But I’ll tell you this: on the last Wednesday of every month at The Old Galveston Club we have a show called TenX9. The Old Galveston Club is right next-door to Mama Teresa’s, and we strongly encourage our guests to order from there if they’re hungry. So, many people do. And I gotta tell you: that entire place smells like a heavenly dream. Because I love pizza. And I love Mama Teresa‘s flying pizza. Highly recommended.”
“First visit since we had to adopt a gluten free diet. I'd looked at the menu ahead of time and knew what the gluten sensitive options were and ordered confidently. Our waitress was amazing as soon as I said "gluten free." She confirmed that it's a necessity for us, made sure the chips and queso ordered for the table were prepped so they were safe for us, and even brought us a brand new ketchup bottle for our fries. Awesome experience and I can't wait to visit again.”
“Okay, so I was really tempted to gatekeep this little find, but it wouldn't be fair to y'all or the hardworking Sky Bar staff! Seriously, some of the best sushi and cocktails we have had - and we eat out A LOT! The Happy Hour is wonderful because it's a late HH from 5-10. I am a crab ragoon connoisseur, and they have, bar none, THE BEST! Our server, Seth, was spot on. He said he had only been there a few weeks, but you wouldn't know based on his high service level. Seth was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and attentive. The manager, Robert, made several stops by our table and the other guests to check on everything. He jumped in and helped servers as needed. We are in Galveston every month or so, and will definitely be will definitely be adding Sky Bar to our restaurant stops. Looking for a later Happy Hour, fabulous food and terrific service? Head to Sky Bar!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Cordray Drug Store was at the top of my list when planning our Galveston getaway and it did not disappoint! 1.) the place is adorable. 2.) the staff is fun and friendly. And 3.) the ice cream is amazing! We will definitely be stopping by whenever we are on the island!”
“Island Time became our watering hole on our recent vacation and we were so happy with our experience. The staff was amazing, especially Julie and Josh, the drinks were fantastic, the food was your typical bar food but it was good, and the drag show was entertaining. The only negative that our group had to say was that the drag performers were a little too push for tips; literally putting their hand in front of you for a tip. This happened a few times to us, and others, and when we tipped them one of them rolled their eyes and said “that’s it”. Other than that, we had a great time and would totally go back to this fun and welcoming place.”
“Let me tell you about my evening at the Shrimp Shack in Galveston—it was the kind of experience that makes you want to write poetry about fried seafood. The shrimp? Perfectly golden, crispy, and so fresh I swear they waved at me from the fryer. Each bite was like a little crunchy hug from the Gulf. And as if that wasn’t enough, the sunset decided to show off. Sitting there, stuffing my face with fried shrimp while the sky turned shades of pink and orange, I felt like I’d hit the jackpot of simple pleasures. Shrimp, sunset, and sea breeze—what more could you want? Highly recommend. 10/10, would shrimp again.”
“Stopped by on the way home from our anniversary trip and was pleasantly surprised. I drink ALOT of coffee and try every place I can and I can honestly say this is hands down the best coffee I have ever had!! Will def be coming back anytime we are in Galveston!!”
“Best drinks & bartenders. I'm so glad I found this hidden gem, even though it's part of a huge building on Market Street. They have the most amazing grilled cheese too. Highly recommended you stop on your next Galveston visit.”
“Clean, vast array of products, owners invest in business adding more to offer customers, and friendly staff. My go-to for last minute miscellaneous household items and snacks for our family in the local area.”
Cheap Eats
“We were in Galveston for the weekend and looked online to get some food reviews. All the reviews for Good Dough were amazing and we couldn’t wait to try the food. We were not disappointed. Loved everything we tried. We were there 2 days in a row. Two different workers helped us and both were friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to go back!”
“Best Wine experience you’ll find! They are experts in pairing if you want to try something different in your wine selection. It’s our new go- to for ourselves and business.”
“We enjoyed dinner here after taking a dolphin tour. Beautiful outdoor dining experience and received amazing service from Gianni!”
“Nick's is great!! Great service, awesome atmosphere, and incredible food!”
“While others might like the rustic atmosphere, it was comfortable for us. We are not bougie people, so we felt comfortable. Thankfully, the food was as on the classy side and very good... I wish I had taken more pictures. The bartender who waited on us was on point. Having pizza next time!”
Latest Reviews
“I had the Steakhouse Skewer with lobster, filet mignon, and colossal shrimp. It was fabulous, but next time my husband and I will share it. So much food! We were staying at another resort and had no way to take home the leftovers. Our waiter, Ricardo, was absolutely amazing. He made everything so wonderful. My only complaint, which is huge, is about the majority of the clientele. Loud, obnoxious, men wearing backwards caps and shorts in a very elegant atmosphere. When i go to a rather expensive restaurant, I would expect to see better behavior. So many were acting like it was a sports bar.”
“This is a great little place to eat!! I had grilled shrimp taco's and they were wonderful.! The other dishes that were ordered were just as good! Hamburger steak, pizza, grilled chicken po boy. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the price was just as accommodating as the food was!”
“I have visited Murdoch for years visiting in Galveston, Texas. The store is nice. The prices are reasonable however, their store policy before closing time they stop letting customers enter 15 minutes before when the store is not officially close., if a merchant says they are open till 7 PM. The door should be open till 7 PM but they close the doors on customers and turn them away., they only open the doors to allow customers in the store to leave. Bad business Murdoch your customers are what make you and if someone has to enter for whatever reason whether it’s water or to use the lady or men’s room, it should be allowed until 7 PM”
“Aimee, our server, made this dining experience a wonderful time! Her guidance on meal and dessert selections was outstanding! She took our couple’s picture on the outside deck and it will be in our special photos album! Her caring service throughout the meal made this a top notch experience! Thank you so much! Sizzling grouper platter and butternut crab bisque were delicious!”
“We were in Galveston for the weekend and looked online to get some food reviews. All the reviews for Good Dough were amazing and we couldn’t wait to try the food. We were not disappointed. Loved everything we tried. We were there 2 days in a row. Two different workers helped us and both were friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to go back!”
“I have been to Las Lazos numerous times and have always enjoyed the food. Went last evening for my birthday and had excellent service from Carolina. We each had a wine margarita which was very good. We ordered Tilapia Chipotle which had a tasty shrimp sauce and a side of Charro beans. I tried Taquitos Chilango with Charro beans for the first time. Will definitely order this dish again. Finished with freshly made Churros and Sopapillas. Have dined there about once a month because the food is fresh and well-prepared. They have karaoke night every Friday for those who can (or cannot) sing.”
“Island Time became our watering hole on our recent vacation and we were so happy with our experience. The staff was amazing, especially Julie and Josh, the drinks were fantastic, the food was your typical bar food but it was good, and the drag show was entertaining. The only negative that our group had to say was that the drag performers were a little too push for tips; literally putting their hand in front of you for a tip. This happened a few times to us, and others, and when we tipped them one of them rolled their eyes and said “that’s it”. Other than that, we had a great time and would totally go back to this fun and welcoming place.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“Tuna tacos w/ sirache and wasabi great combo idea everything fresh and delicious .amanda. Your awesome and waitress Isabella your great at what you do a huggable sweetie for sure keep up the good , cuz as a visitor theres allot of misrepresenting food n service out there. Thanks again”
“Everyone and everything was great! We ordered a ton of food, a few adult beverages too, and it was all amazing! The staff was friendly and the chef did a PERFECT job on the steak, crab legs, literally everything was great. The service was fast and all the staff was friendly. Of course Sarah (our server) is the best! It was a great time. I would definitely recommend coming here.”
“I have been waiting to come here for a few years now. We are back our 2nd time, 2 days in a row. The portions are BIG, The flavor is AMAZING, their award winning Queso is INCREDIBLE. Sopapilla cheesecake is PHENOMENAL. Had the luck of same waiter both times his name is Marbin, yes Marbin and he is INCREDIBLE! SO sweet, on top of his game and friendly, service is so great, food is beyond great! This is now a must every time we come back to Galveston without a doubt! 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
New Restaurants
“We found Nifany’s Cafe by accident, and the first thing that caught our eye was the “German Breakfast” option on the menu.
We ordered the German breakfast as well as the English muffin breakfast, and as native Germans, we can honestly say the German breakfast tasted very authentic! The English muffin was delicious as well, and so were the coffee drinks we ordered.
I especially appreciated the board games and toys available for kids. We had my toddler with us, and it was wonderful to have something to keep him entertained while we couple enjoy our breakfast.
The owner was also incredibly nice, welcoming, and friendly, which made the experience even better.
We will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend giving Nifany’s Cafe a try.”
“Ive visited many Cuban restaurants in the past. When I came across this one on social media, I had to give it a try… AND IM GLAD I DID! This restaurant gets additional points for being away from busy Houston and all of its traffic. This small restaurant hit the spot and brought all of the home cooked feels back. We ordered several different dishes and each one of them tasted absolutely amazing. We ordered the arroz con pollo, 5 stars! We ordered the picadillo, 5 stars! We ordered the ropa vieja, 5 stars! Finally we ordered the ropa vieja tacos, 5 stars! We topped our meals off with guava and cream cheese empanadas with a scoop of ice cream along with a cafe cubano, 20 stars! I love this place and will definitely be back. Our waitress, Sienna, was the best. She was attentive and very polite. She went above and beyond to ensure our visit was everything we thought it would be and then some! We will be asking for her when we return.”
“Had the Banana Bay Matcha... delicious! The only reason I didn't get one of the espresso drinks that I wanted to try was because it was later in the day than I would prefer to drink coffee. I REALLY wanted to try that left side of the menu. NEXT TIME, because I'll be back when I'm in town.”
“Iced Whiny Baby( half sweet) is the way to go! Staff is always so friendly and I love the atmosphere! Two things I would love (not negative towards the owners at all) : More places to sit to study and a way to order ahead so I could grab it on my way to class :) First world problems for sure--I just wish I could grab one on my way out of time on Mondays because it is so good! Love this place!”
“The service was not good. The girl that waited on us seem like she didn’t want to be there. We ordered our pizza at 9:07 pm and did not receive it till 9.50 pm. There was a family there before us that was still waiting on their ice cream. I ordered and went to the front desk and came back and they still had not had their ice cream.. Finally, some other people came into the back and things seem to get a little better. They finally ask us what kind of pizza we were waiting on like maybe they had lost our order. Then finally after that, we got our pizza and and we went back to our room to eat. And it was actually pretty good.
And as far as the hotel goes, it was not as great as I expected it to be after waiting all these years to stay there. For the money I paid I expected a little more. I have got better satisfaction out of lower end hotel chains. But that’s for another review somewhere else but overall the main reason we stayed was for the Christmas light experience and Iceland, which we enjoyed very much.”
“Don’t walk, RUN to this bar. Amazing drinks and amazing staff. Was blown away this is in a hotel. If you see Sam, ask for a Mexican Swamp Candy, a margarita or Old Cuban. If you’re lucky and both Sam and Victoria are there ask Victoria for a strawberry shortcake Martini (don’t really know the name but that’s what it tasted like). Both of those bartenders are a great find by this hotel.”
“This is our favorite place for brunch when we are visiting the island. The biscuits with maux choux gravy are to die for. The staff is always very friendly.”