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4.0
Excellent(847)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 1 time today
Located across the street from Pleasure Pier, break away from the beach and enjoy fresh fare on the most popular beachfront balcony on the Seawall in Galveston. Fish Tales specializes in seafood straight from the Gulf of Mexico, as well as pastas, steaks, salads and more. Start with our famous Shrimp Kisses – bacon-wrapped and stuffed with jalapeno Jack cheese. Then savor Galveston seafood by trying one of our signature dishes like Fresh Catch Redfish, Fried Shrimp, Blackened Stuffed Catfish Etouffée or Succulent Snow Crab Legs. After an incredible meal, indulge in our large assortment of ice cream and desserts that will satisfy any sweet tooth! Fish Tales in Galveston is open daily for lunch and dinner with great happy specials including beers & cocktails.
A photo of Gaido's Seafood Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8893)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 34 times today
The toast of the Texas coast.How can frozen fish be called fresh? The answer for anyone with snap is simple: it can’t. That’s why Gaido’s is the classic choice for fresh Gulf seafood. Patrons know Gaido’s is real, when others are clearly not. From red snapper and blue crab to white tablecloths crumbed with panache, there’s no denying Gaido’s is one-of-a-kind in a world of imitation. Now, after four generations of filleting, frying, grilling and baking, Gaido’s has grown into the picture perfect place of traditions– birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, reunions. As the largest fresh fish house on the coast, Gaido’s can serve up to 2,500 happy diners a day. Plus, with the Pelican Club, private dining, catering, a new food truck and parking galore…it’s easy to see why Gaido’s -– for over 100 years – is truly the coastal classic.
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4.9
Exceptional(3985)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 13 times today
Paco is the definition of the "All American Dream", awarded the 2019 "Faces of Diversity Award" by the National Restaurant Association. This prestigious award honors those who have achieved success through perservance and determination embodying the American Dream. Rudy & Paco's offer the freshest seafood and steaks with a Central American flare. Come experience fine dining at its best with Paco and his staff. We are honored to have the opportunity and privilege to serve you and your family. ~ Paco Vargas and FamilyLunch - Street parking is available, pay at parking meter or by AppDinner - Street parking is free after 6 pm.Dress code is strictly enforced for Dinner.No shorts for men, women (including rompers) and children. Men must have a collared shirt (no t-shirts) and no hats.Dress code for Lunch is casual with shorts acceptable but no hats.
A photo of Hearsay on The Strand - Galveston restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1528)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galveston
Booked 10 times today
Located on Historic Galveston Island, our On The Strand location offers an evocative ambiance perfect for unforgettable dining experiences, featuring creative American cuisine and handcrafted artisan cocktails. This coastal resort city boasts top attractions and distinctive museums, providing visitors with truly unique experiences.
A photo of Katie's Seafood House restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2678)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 34 times today
In 1998, Buddy Guindon, his wife Katie, and his brother Kenny opened Katie's Seafood Market in Galveston, Texas. For more than 20 years now, Katie's Seafood Market has provided the highest quality of products available to its customers. The majority of seafood comes from local fishermen and shrimpers, including Red Snapper, Grouper, Golden Tile Fish, Flounder, Oysters, Shrimp, and Blue Crabs. A producer contacted Guindon in the hopes of doing a reality show about his family business. In 2015, the reality show 'Big Fish Texas' came to life on National Geographic. As a supporter of the local economy, In September of 2019, Buddy opened Katie’s Seafood House, next to the market. Katie’s seafood market supplies the restaurant with all fresh seafood. We take pride in being the only local seafood restaurant on the island that brings fresh fish straight from the boat and to your table.
A photo of Monarch at Grand Galvez restaurant
4.4
Awesome(417)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 9 times today
Monarch, our onsite casual seafood restaurant, serves fresh regional seafood, steaks and Cajun specialties in a gorgeous space with soaring ceilings and oversized windows to soak in all the natural light. Sunday Brunch -Adults $79.49-Kids (6-12) $29.99-Under 6 Free (PRICING EXCLUDES HOLIDAYS)
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4.7
Exceptional(1143)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Galveston
Booked 4 times today
Riondo's serves a casual lunch and upscale dinner with unmatched hospitality on the strand in Galveston. Riondo's also provides a private banquet room for rehearsal dinners, small weddings and all your special occasion needs. Chef Rico provides housemade pastas, mozzarella cheese, artisan breads and Gulf Coast Fresh Seafood, Wagyu beef and local farm to market produce from Moon Dog farms. Located in the historical Strand District in Galveston, come enjoy a romantic night at Riondos.
A photo of Vargas Cut & Catch restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1296)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Galveston
Booked 9 times today
Located in the heart of Galveston's historic downtown district, Vargas Cut and Catch is a contemporary Steak House serving USDA Prime Steaks and the Freshest Seafood available. We look forward to serving you soon!!Sincerely, Paco Vargas and familyStreet parking is complimentary after 6:00pm
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4.8
Exceptional(1532)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Galveston
Booked 11 times today
Trattoria La Vigna is your very own little slice of Italy in Downtown Galveston. We offer delicious lunch specials, fresh pasta made daily, homemade desserts, and much more! ​
A photo of BLVD. Seafood restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2107)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 14 times today
BLVD. Seafood is a new casual dining restaurant on Seawall Boulevard. Featuring fresh seafood and steaks.

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  • ThomasVIP
    Houston •35 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    When in Galveston the best dining experience is Rudy & Paco! This was not our first visit and certainly will not be our last. The food is always on point and the services is always what you expect from a fine dining establishment. Don't let the casual atmosphere of the island deter you from a great evening. We enjoyed a long 3 hour meal with friends, shared a bottle of French wine and even splurged on desert when we were truly full! To say I recomend dining at Rudy and Paco is an understatement!
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    Rudy & Paco Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Galveston
    4.9
  • DeniseVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We were greeted as soon as we walked in and were seated within minutes. We had some cocktails which were delicious! We had the jalapeño spinach artichoke dip which we will order next time we go.
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    Hearsay on The Strand - GalvestonPrice: Moderate• American• Galveston
    4.6
  • Larry
    Houston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We're local so Katie's is one of our go to places. Food is always great as is the service. The place is usually crowded and the noise level inside is pretty high. So my only recommendation is if you are expecting to have a conversation trying to get seated on the deck is a good plan.
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    Katie's Seafood HousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Galveston
    4.8
  • Diana
    Houston •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We drove down from Houston for Galveston restaurants weeks. It was well worth the trip. My friends has the grilled shrimp which they said was great. I had the shrimp and grits which had blue cheese added to the grits. Different and very flavorful. Plus we got to sit next to the window watching the gulf throughout our meal! Service was also good. Definitely a good place for a relaxing lunch!
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    Gaido's Seafood RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Galveston
    4.7
  • Curtiss
    Houston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 30 Dec 2024
    We had fun. I thought it was noisy, but my daughter said it was noisier on the Pleasure Pier and FishTales was quiet in comparison. Our waitress was fun and hardworking. The food was good, but great is still out there. We’ve been eating out every night since Dec. 23rd as family is coming in from all over at different times. And each place we went to I ordered a Balvenie Doublewood and after dinner the Bread Pudding. FishTales had no Balvenie and the bread pudding ranked at the bottom. But, we really had a good time and my fettuccine was just swell.
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    Fish TalesPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Galveston
    4
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