Great Places to Eat - Galveston

[cruise.freak]

What are some great places to eat at in Galveston? We are coming in two days early so need a few recommendations!

[ssb]

What are some great places to eat at in Galveston? We are coming in two days early so need a few recommendations!

 

Better ones: see menus on web

Shearns

Rudy and Pacos ( one of top 100 America's )

Thirteen

Steakhouse

Porch Cafe

 

Gaidos

Saltwater Grill

Olympia on Port

La Croys

Mosquito

Clary's

Bubba Gumps

Sky Bar

Di Bella's

Willie G's

Fishermans Wharf

Nonna Tony

Gumbo Bar

 

 

And many more if you like

Edited March 7, 2014 by ssb

[KOOLBEANS]

...and of course

 

The Spot, best fish sandwich ever and half price appetizers 4-7:00 M-F, with awesome shrimp kisses, well I lied, not just awesome to die for shrimp kisses!!!

 

I'm already soo looking to one of our favorite places, Galveston!!

 

Ha, we live in Nicoma Park, OK!

[cruise.freak]

Thanks for the replies going to try The Spot and have decided yet on the other place.

[sminfiddle]

LaKing's old-fashioned candy store and soda fountain is so close to the cruise port that it's almost a must-do, like after the cruise.

Mario's is a good Italian family-run restaurant that we've been going to for decades.

 

 

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[Galveston Cruiser]

There are two Mario's, 61st and on Seawall.

We prefer Seawall because of Gulf view.

Both are good.

[overthehillcruiser]

Hi GC..We live in Taylor, 3 1/2 hrs from Galveston, been on quite a few...What is the real deal on Royal terminal expansion, and are they building a third terminal ? Have heard about a 3rd Carnival ship coming and a larger RC ship ? I was wondering since you live there if you have any hard facts ? Thanks..:)

There are two Mario's, 61st and on Seawall.

We prefer Seawall because of Gulf view.

Both are good.

[George C]

San Louis hotel has a very good but very expensive steak house, next door is a Rainforest cafe

[sminfiddle]

San Louis hotel has a very good but very expensive steak house, next door is a Rainforest cafe

 

 

In your Search put "San Luis Resort"

 

 

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[ssb]

In your Search put "San Luis Resort"

 

 

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The Steakhouse mentioned above is name of steakhouse in San Luis Hotel.

[ssb]

...and of course

 

The Spot, best fish sandwich ever and half price appetizers 4-7:00 M-F, with awesome shrimp kisses, well I lied, not just awesome to die for shrimp kisses!!!

 

I'm already soo looking to one of our favorite places, Galveston!!

 

Ha, we live in Nicoma Park, OK!

 

Spot is definitely good .

Love their hamburgers and fried onions .

It has good happy hour in their rum shack .

Should have included. It is an ice house atmosphere

With motorcycle hotspot.

[KOOLBEANS]

SSB - No worries, it's all good!!! Come on May!!

[ssb]

SSB - No worries, it's all good!!! Come on May!!

 

Yes looking forward to it! :)

[GORDONCHICK]

We usually hit Benno's at least once (Mmmmm, peppered shrimp!). We've found Gaido's overpriced and not consistent, so we've stopped going. The Spot is a great place for lunch, even a to go order to enjoy on the beach when the weather warrants.

[ssb]

Hi GC..We live in Taylor, 3 1/2 hrs from Galveston, been on quite a few...What is the real deal on Royal terminal expansion, and are they building a third terminal ? Have heard about a 3rd Carnival ship coming and a larger RC ship ? I was wondering since you live there if you have any hard facts ? Thanks..:)

 

Improved terminal # 2 will be completed April 2015.

This by agreement with RCCL for larger ship Liberty arrival.

Third terminal is being studied how and where and for what ship line?

Money is being spent presently on both.

They are both happening.

Edited March 18, 2014 by ssb

[Sharonlee912]

We love Fisherman's Wharf right in front of the cruise ships. You can eat outside and usually Tillman Fertita's yacht is docked there. (He owns the Landry's Restaurants.) You can also see the Elissa docked outside. Bubba Gumps (on Pleasure Pier - 25th Street at the Seawall) has good food and parking is across the street at Fishtale's. I love Fishtale's. Have your parking ticket validated at Bubba's or Fishtales. Murdoch's Shell Shop is a quick walk away for good souvenirs after you eat! Have fun and enjoy your time in Galveston!

[Jimnbigd]

I know it is way past the OP's Galveston date, but I'll add this in case others are looking for Galveston restaurants...

I like the Original Mexican Cafe -- http://www.theoriginalgalveston.com/

[ssb]

I know it is way past the OP's Galveston date, but I'll add this in case others are looking for Galveston restaurants...

I like the Original Mexican Cafe -- http://www.theoriginalgalveston.com/

 

How did I miss that one?

We eat regularly there!

[wolfganghowell]

Another vote for The Spot, Gaidos and Original Mexican. Fish Tales - bleh. (sorry)

 

This is reminding me how much I've missed Galveston the last few years!

[KOOLBEANS]

Yes, The Original Mexican is awesome as well. Definitely hitting that one while there in May!

[dolphinsun]

Try a place called the spot or Marios.

 

The Spot has great sandwiches.

[Galveston Cruiser]

There are two Mario's, 61st and on Seawall Blvd.

Both are good, Seawall location has a great view of the Gulf.

 

The Spot has numerous venues on the sight.

Rum Shack, upstairs, has a great happy hour (4-7) with appetizers at half price off the menu.

[J_Viggy]

Anyone have any breakfast suggestions?

 

We are staying at Harbor House and I'm looking for something we can walk to. I know they have a continental type breakfast included, but hubby prefers eggs/bacon/sausage. Any spot we can walk to for that before boarding?

[ssb]

Anyone have any breakfast suggestions?

 

We are staying at Harbor House and I'm looking for something we can walk to. I know they have a continental type breakfast included, but hubby prefers eggs/bacon/sausage. Any spot we can walk to for that before boarding?

 

Downtown:

Star Drugs:)

Tremont Hotel:)

See locations and menus on web

 

Have a wonderful cruise!

Edited April 15, 2014 by ssb

[J_Viggy]

Downtown:

Star Drugs:)

Tremont Hotel:)

See locations and menus on web

 

Have a wonderful cruise!

 

Thank you! :)