Restaurants
- Check out some of the American restaurants on Galveston Island.
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Mosquito Cafè
At Mosquito Cafè you'll find fresh, homemade, eclectic, trendy food, a warm casual atmosphere and friendly helpful service. Mosquito Cafe looks forward to serving you in our restored 1870 location in the East End Historical District of Galveston Island.
Prepare for an enjoyable... no, extraordinary culinary experience. Opened in May 1999, this little bistro was selected by America`s most prestigious restaurant guide, the Zagat Survey, as one of the Top 15 Restaurants in the Houston Metropolitan Area and the Top Eclectic-International Category. Also voted by Galveston County residents as Best Overall Restaurant in Galveston County, Best Breakfast, Best Business Lunch, and number one in Friendliest Service.
Location: 628 14th Street Phone: 409-763-1010 -
Rudy & Paco
When visiting Galveston Island, you simply can`t miss the Island`s most unique dining experience, Rudy & Paco. Rudy & Paco features grilled seafood and steak with a South and Central American Sabor. Relax and unwind with your favorite cocktail while enjoying delicious Antojitos.
Notes: Reservations are recommended. Shorts are not allowed in the main dining room at dinner, but are accepted at the bar. Lunch is casual and shorts are acceptable.Location: 2028 Postoffice Street, Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 409-762-3696
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Gypsy Joynt
Gypsy Joynt is a really good place to eat lunch or dinner . This place has really good wide variety of food from appetizers ,salad , pasta to burgers. The decor of this place is very eclectic with various types of things on the walls and hanging from the ceiling. The food and decor go hand and hand. The food is amazing and there is not bad thing on the menu . Location: 2711 Market Street, Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 409-497-2069 -
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Miller's Seawall Grill
No-frills eatery serving giant breakfasts along with lunch & dinner fare with views of the water. Location: 1824 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 409-763-8777 -
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Rainforest Cafè
At Rainforest Cafe, we cater to kids. Our loveable Cha! Cha! and the Wild Bunch are here to make sure children of all ages have a great time while exploring the rainforest. So take a look around and find out a little more about our jungle friends. We think you`ll agree that the rainforest is the place to be! Location: 5310 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551 Phone: 409- 744-6000 -
Sunflower Bakery & Cafè
Since 1999 the Sunflower Bakery and Cafe has been serving amazing food created from scratch with the finest ingredients available to its happy customers. Since their humble beginnings as a small bakery on 16th and Church that served a few bakery items, cold sandwiches, and their famous tomato basil soup, they have always drawn a large crowd. In a couple of years, their success allowed them to open a restaurant at a second location and offer an amazing dining experience that matched their delicious breakfasts and lunches.
99% of our food is made from scratch with fresh local ingredients! Located in the heart of Galveston`s historic East End. The Sunflower Bakery & Cafe features fresh Gulf seafood, homemade sandwiches, and the best bakery in town. The Sunflower is everyone's favorite neighborhood cafe.
Location: 512 14th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 409-763-5500 -
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Yaga's Cafè & Bar
Yaga's Cafè & Bar, wrote the book on mo' bettah food and vibes on Galveston Island. From burgers to hot-from-the-oven pizzas to weekend live entertainment to the jammin` outdoor patio, Yaga's Cafè & Bar is the place to go! Location: 2314 Strand Street, Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 409-762-6676 -
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Golden Corral
Staff are always so friendly and food is always so delicious!!! Great place to have a home-cooked meal and some nice conversation for my family! Location: 6200 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551 Phone: 409-744-1080
Check out some of the Asian restaurants on Galveston Island.
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Pho 20
| At Pho 20, their number one priority is customer service and quality. They only use quality ingredients in their products, and want their guests to come with great expectations and leave with satisfaction. Pho 20 now features more than 40 new items, and literally hundreds of Vietnamese traditional dishes on their expansive menu. And when you visit Pho 20, make an effort to try their featured item, Pho, a Vietnamese beloved beef noodle soup. Pho is served in a large bowl filled to the brim with beefy broth, freshly chopped onions, coriander, rice noodles, a hint of lime, bean sprouts, Asian basil, saw-leaf herbs, and fresh chiles. Hoisin or Sriracha sauces are available. Hours of Operation Monday thru Saturday: 11am - 9pm Closed Sunday Note: Hours may be seasonal and subject to change. | |
| Location: | 2101 Broadway Avenue, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-750-9200 |
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Healthy Chinese Buffet
| Location: | 6125 Central City Blvd. #3818, Galveston, TX 77551 |
| Phone: | 409-356-4289 |
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Rice & Curry
| Rice & Curry Cuisine is located on the Island`s east end, steps from The University of Texas Medical Branch. Featuring "Indo-Pack" cuisine, the eatery features an extensive menu of vegetable, goat, lamb, chicken, seafood, and beef dishes, along with a variety of home-made soups, grilled kabobs and botis, burgers, and shakes. A lunch buffet is avilable daily from 11:30am to 2:30pm. Catering available. Hours of Operation Open daily 11am - 8:30pm Note: Hours may be seasonal and subject to change. | |
| Location: | 712 7th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-744-2742 |
Yamato's Hibachi
| Yamato Restaurant has been on the island of Galveston for over 25 years. A one of a kind, unique, family style dining experience, Yamato is family owned & operated. Fresh Sushi & Hibachi are prepared right in front of our guests. Our signature sushi dishes are artfully blended with daily hand-picked fruits & vegetables. Yamato is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion, have a romantic dinner, or enjoy a night our with friends and family! Looking forward to hosting you soon! The Lo Family & Staff. | |
| Location: | 2104 61st Street, Galveston, TX 77551 |
| Phone: | 409-744-2742 |
Check out some of the Italian restaurants on Galveston Island.
Gino's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
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Try the best Italian food in Galveston at Gino& Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. With our fresh ingredients, you can`t go wrong. Our fine Italian cuisine offers you the true taste of Italy without the plane ride. |
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| Location: | 6124 Stewart Road, Galveston, TX 77551 | |
| Phone: | 409-762-6481 | |
Grotto Ristorante
| Grotto Italian Restaurant on Galveston Island is located in the luxurious San Luis Resort. At Grotto, all dishes are hand-prepared daily with only the freshest ingredients, a testament to our unrivaled passion for detail. From classic entrèes such as the Lasagne al Forno to more innovative fare like the Salmon Brioso, our authentic Italian cuisine is sure to delight you. Take a break from the sun and sand and join us for Happy Hour. Cool down with one of our famous Peach Bellinis or unwind with a glass of Sartori Pinot Grigio. | ||
| Location: | 5222 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551 | |
| Phone: | 409-740-8605 | |
Mama Teresa's Flying Pizza
| The original Mama Teresa`s opened in the 1980s, in Crystal Beach on the Bolivar Peninsula. Patrons to that restaurant enjoyed 25 years of delectable Italian fare and hand-tossed pizzas. That venue was lost to Hurricane Ike, but they`ve now reopened in downtown Galveston, near the corner of Postoffice and 21st Streets. From crispy calamari, to delectable entrees like chicken and pasta with olive oil, or garlic and shrimp fettuccine alfredo, Mama Teresa`s is establishing a reputation for some of the finest authentic Italian cuisines in Galveston. Of course, it goes without saying that they are also baking some of the best pizza you`ll ever enjoy. Mama`s is back - better and more authentic than ever. | ||
| Location: | 416 21st Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | |
| Phone: | 409-765-6262 | |
Mario's Seawall
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Our Mission at Mario's Seawall is to provide Galveston Island with consistently fabulous Italian cuisine, eclectic atmosphere and impeccable service that has made Mario's Seawall the Galveston favorite that it is today. Years of hard work and a legacy of family tradition shine through every single day from open to close. To truly experience the Italian tradition in Galveston - you have to experience Mario`s Seawall! |
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| Location: | 628 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77550 | |
| Phone: | 409-763-1693 | |
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Maceo Spice & Import Company
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Walking into Maceo Spice & Import is like taking a step back into the America we know and love. From the second you enter the front doors, your senses will be flooded with the wonderful smell of fresh spices and herbs. Take a look around and you will see photos of yesteryear hung above the shelves that are fully stocked with specialty import foods from all over the world. You hear the blender churning in the packing room and the hustle and bustle of the employees getting orders together for local restaurants. Come to Maceo Spice & Import for the ambiance, the experience and the quality. Known for our wonderful products and food, Maceo Spice is a historical landmark of Galveston history. We have been in business since 1944, providing only the finest quality products available. Whether you are looking for a great lunch or the ingredients to make your next meal, make sure Maceo Spice & Import is your first stop. The food is incredible, the service is unsurpassed, and the products are exceptional. Grab some Maceo favorites, sign the wall before you leave & become an honorary member of the Maceo family. |
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| Location: | 2706 Market Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | |
| Phone: | 409-763-3331 | |
MEXICAN
Check out some of the Mexican restaurants on Galveston Island.
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Tortuga Mexican Kitchen
| Relax at Tortuga Mexican Kitchen with family and friends while enjoying the fun and flavors of Mexico. Tortuga's staff always greets everyone with a warm smile and a bountiful basket of warm corn tortilla chips, freshly prepared. Nothing goes better with their chips than their famous salsa! It too is made fresh daily with only the freshest tomatoes, onions and spices available. Freshness is also the secret of the numerous dishes made with unforgettable flavors. Tortuga's has been one ofGalveston's favorite restaurants for many years. Serving lunch and dinner every day, the menu features a variety of appetizers and entrees. The full-service bar, excellent wine list, delicious homemade desserts and friendly, attentive service provides a most memorable dining experience. | |
| Location: | 6010 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551 |
| Phone: | 409-741-5000 |
El Gusto's
| Known locally as "The Gem of Mexican Restaurants," El Gusto del Pueblo is a popular Mexican restaurant that serves homemade, made-from-scratch authentic Mexican cuisine. Breakfast is wildly popular at El Gusto, and features delicious burritos and favorites such as huevos rancheros, migas con huevos, and succulent pork chops. Lunch and dinner selections include traditional fare such as beef and chicken fajitas, milanesa, barbacoa, and carne con papas; and signature recipes featuring shrimp, red snapper, chicken, pork, and cheese. Fresh tamales, barbacoa, and menudo are available in family-size takeout. Famous imported Mexican beers also available include Carta Blanca, Dos Equis, Tecate, and Bohemia. Hours of Operation Open Daily: 7am - 10pm | |
| Location: | 3714 Broadway Avenue, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-763-0410 |
Original Mexican Cafè
| The Original is the longest continually operating restaurant on Galveston Island still at its Original location. We are located on the corner of 14th and Market in Galveston`s beautiful Historic District. We have private parking next to the restaurant and have plenty of street parking. We have two stories of dining area, perfect for casual dining, business lunches, large groups, or a night on the town. We also offer a full bar and happy hour specials daily. | |
| Location: | 401 Market Street, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-762-6001 |
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Salsa's
Salsa`s Mexican Restaurant is bright, clean, and colorful. Each table features two different, yet equally tantalizing salsas and light, crispy tortilla chips. Our menu offers traditional Mexican dishes such as Chicken, Beef, or Shrimp Fajitas, Fish Tacos, Red Snapper Del Mar, and Garlic Butter Shrimp! You`ll be able to dig into other classics like our Chipotle Enchilada, Stuffed Shrimp Jalapenos, Big Burrito, and a huge appetizer of Messy Nachos! Salsa`s Mexican Restaurant has been featured in Texas Monthly and the Galveston Daily News for Best Mexican Restaurant and Best Margarita. |
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| Location: | 4604 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551 |
| Phone: | 409-621-2630 |
SEAFOOD
Check out some of the seafood restaurants on Galveston Island.
Black Pearl
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The restaurant focuses on its oyster bar, but is equally lauded for its grilled specialties, fresh-from-the-Gulf seafood, and tantalizing steaks. Oysters at The Black Pearl are available via Oysters Rockafeller with spinach cream cheese; Oysters Haelen topped with crab meat, cheddar, and bacon; and Oysters Diablo with spicy diablo sauce, shrimp and cheddar. Po-boys and sandwiches - along with a variety of garden-fresh salads - are perfect for those visiting for lunch. Specialties include barbecue shrimp, crab cakes, fish tacos, and crawfish etouffee. For meat lovers, ribeyes and pork chops are grilled to perfection. Fried seafood platters are hand-battered and fried to a golden brown, while fresh fish offerings include flounder, snapper, salmon, ahi tuna, talapia, and catfish. |
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| Location: | 327 23rd Street, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-762-7299 |
Cajun Greek
| Cajun Greek`s mouth-watering seafood comes fresh from the Gulf, seasoned with Cajun flair & served with your Greek favorites. | |
| Location: | 2226 61st Street, Galveston, TX 77551 |
| Phone: | 409-744-7041 |
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Gumbo Diner
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The Gumbo Diner is where classic American dining and New Orleans flair meets the beach. Offering Southern breakfast staples, chicken & waffles, tasty burgers and the best Texas gulf fried shrimp on the coast. The Gumbo Diner is a hit among locals and visitors to the island. This soon-to-be Galveston legend is guaranteed to please anyone`s taste buds. |
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| Location: | 3602 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-762-3232 |
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Landry's Seafood House
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The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience. You'll do enough tasting, laughing and living for an entire lifetime. |
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| Location: | 5310 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77551 |
| Phone: | 409-744-1010 |
Olympia Grill at Pier 21
| Welcome to Olympia! Let us tell you a bit about ourselves. We are first generation Greek-Americans born and raised in Galveston, Texas. We credit our father (Seawall Cafè) and our uncle (The Golden Greek) for teaching us to follow in their footsteps as great restaurateurs. In their kitchens we were taught Gulf Coast, Creole, and Greek cooking styles. | |
| Location: | 100 21st Street, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-765-0021 |
Seafood Blvd.
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As Executive Chef at BLVD. Seafood, Chef Lopez has curated a savvy menu showcasing fresh Gulf seafood, coastal heritage dishes and soulful southern favorites. He exerts a steady influence within the Galveston restaurant community. Executive Chef Chris Lopez has worked in the restaurant business for more than 15 years chasing his culinary dreams all around the United States. Now, a permanent Islander By Choice, Chef Lopez is redefining Galveston`s food scene. Lopez is a distinguished member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs not only designing the specialty menus for the Chaine`s annual Halloween festivities, but also the menu for the inaugural Chaine de Rotisseurs dinner at the American National Insurance Co. in Galveston. |
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| Location: | 2804 Avenue R½, Galveston, TX 77550 |
| Phone: | 409-762-2583 |