50 Best American Restaurants in Galveston

“Awesome Tomato Bacon Basil Soup! Yep. Bacon. Try it!“

“When going to galveston for vacation, I was disappointed at many of the restaurants but not this one I literally would drive the two hours just to eat here. Their food is so delicious and the wait time was great even on mother's day weekend.“

“Food was amazing! I had the fish tacos on corn, mom had the chicken salad sandwich and dad had the breakfast plate #2. Lovely atmosphere great staff so personable and friendly! Will be back!“

“First time to come here. Staff was great. Breakfast was amazing! Boat ride was a great ending. Big shout out to Jaime & Lacy for making it a great family memory!“

“We stopped in at Fisherman's Wharf in Galveston after a long day in Clearlake. It felt so relaxing to sit outside on the deck under an umbrella with a plateful of great food and such a nice team of staff members and fellow diners. The construction nearby included some obvious jackhammers, but honestly it didn't bother us at all. The meal was so good and the atmosphere was so lovely that no amount of construction noise could impact our good day. Thank you to all involved!“

“Very cozy place love that’s it’s family owned“

“Just got off a cruise and the food here is even better than on board.
Very fresh and hot. Fast a friendly service.
First time here, havent even left yet, and I want to come back already.
Got an omlet and clearly made with extra large fresh eggs and very fresh ingrediants.
Owner was very nice also. He sat us himself working hard at 8am clearing plates and running food.
As a former wait staff and bartender its clear he cares about his employees.“

“Great food, service and experience. Would put it on your agenda if you are ever in Galveston.“

“The chili cheese tater tots were really good!! The chili must be homemade.“

“What a great experience! We learned that the chef is new and WOW! Wherever he left from is sadly much worse off for his leaving. Service is superb. Don't be fooled because it's in a hotel. It doesn't get any better than this. Joey Pennington is one fantastic manager and it shows through his whole team!!“

“I LOVED my experience at Porch! I had the macaroni which was well-priced and so yummy! Bailey was my server who was an absolute sweetheart - she made sure I had everything I needed and was so kind! I definitely recommend Porch for anyone who wants to enjoy a lovely atmosphere and a great view of the water <3“

“This is my family’s favorite place to eat when we hit the island. Spectacular food, great outdoor seating. Their drink menu is impressive and unique. I’ve not had a bad meal there ever!“

“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!“

“Excellent food. We had the filet and shrimp dinner and the ribs dinner; both were great. There was a wait, but the staff worked efficiently and pumped out a great product.“

“What a fabulous little gem of a restaurant. The food is to die for — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The staff couldn’t be kinder; they make you feel right at home and always go the extra mile.“

“we loved our visit here while on vacation. service was amazing food delicious and vibe perfect! 10/10 definitely recommend adding to your beach vaca by dinning here!“

“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.“

“Our light lunch at cafe in the park was so delicious. The ambiance was incredible and our server Tommie was very attentive! She checked back in frequently, made sure we were enjoying everything, and kept our drinks well filled. We got the lobster bisque and the nachos with shrimp for a light tapas style lunch and we could not have gone wrong, highly highly highly recommend!“

“Great food and great service!“

“Good, Tasty Down Home Cooking! Huge portions! Friendly service!😁“

“Hearsay has become a “go to” destination for us while in Galveston. Gorgeous atmosphere, wonderful cocktail experiences and food selection has nice variety. The only thing taking away from a 5 star review this visit was one of our meals didn't quite hit the mark. The grits in the “shrimp and grits” entree were very dry, unlike the usual consistency, which is creamy and velvety. Everything else was fabulous, especially the brand new “Dubai chocolate tiramisu”!! I would go back just for that dessert!“

“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.“

“The best gyros on island. The meat was a 1/2 inch thick, so moist and fresh! Highly recommend.“

“Great quality & service. Best on the island!“

“Delicious!! Decided we wanted to go where the locals during this vacay.“

“Please use whole leaf iceberg lettuce on the burgers instead of shredded lettuce. With the tomatoes, it makes the bun soggy. Catfish and shrimp are excellent. Bartenders are awesome!“

“It's a fast food place. Not a free standing building. It is half burger king and half gas station. Difficult to get to. You must pull into the gas station parking lot. If you drive to the Burger King building it will take you 5-10 minutes to circle back around to get back. You can only enter the parking lot from one direction.“

“New favorite place to add to the list when we visit Galveston. We came during happy hour where the food is priced just right. Service was excellent and the managers constantly check to make sure you’re enjoying your meal and don’t need anything! Able to get 2 meals and drinks for under $30 with tip! Can’t beat it!“

“Nice classic buffet layout? Staff was very inviting and pleasant personalities. Our waitress was very attentive. They had a decent variety of various dishes. Being by the ocean I expected a better seafood variety than what was presented. Battered shrimp and like three styles off fish. The shrimp had the tails left on and battered so be careful when eating the battered shrimp. The steak though was excellent very nice and tender. The other available courses where all very tasty. Overall it was an enjoyable experience.“

“I’ll tell you what this place was underrated and the chicken fried steak looks huge. The chili cheese Coney hotdog was solid competing with the good hotdogs of the island. If you wanna beat the crowd get there about before 12 o’clock noon.“

“I decided to have a light dinner, due to having enjoyed a substantial lunch that day. The restaurant had two large tables of guests seated, probably from the conference going on in the hotel at the time. I was seated at a table near the bar. Despite being by myself, I received very attentive service. My expectations were not high, with the two large groups of other guests. I was very impressed. The host and servers tag teamed very well to attend to all of their guests.“

“We had breakfast there today July 19th. The food was excellent and the scenery was extremely nice. Now only reason I took 2 stars was the servers today. Young lady (NIA i think her name was with the reddish braids was by far sweet, came back to make sure we was taken real good care of. Until she asked the other servers for help just rudely ignored her while trying to help us close out and leave. I stop in for coffee every other day and I get the same servers always with a smile ready to serve. The other servers are rude, rolling there eyes or on there phone.“

“Doesn't look like much from the outside, so I had a bit of sticker shock when I saw the menu prices ($13 hamburger, $11 chicken fingers), but the food was EXCELLENT. The popcorn shrimp was some of the best I've had on the island, the feta burger and fries were delish, and the chicken quesadillas were the tastiest we've ever had. Chips and salsa were also good.“

“We dined at Blake's Bistro several times during our stay at the San Luis Resort and Spa, enjoying lunch twice and dinner once. The food, every single time, was outstanding. The flavors were consistently fresh and vibrant, and the kitchen is clearly capable of delivering memorable dishes. That said, the dining experience itself was a bit more complex. On our first lunch visit, the wait for food stretched to nearly an hour, which felt unusual given that the restaurant was not particularly busy. I voiced this concern with the hotel, and to their credit, the food and beverage manager Tiffany reached out to me directly. She was warm, apologetic, and proactive. She even personally facilitated our next lunch, ensuring we were better taken care of. While the wait was still around 45 minutes even with her assistance, I appreciated the effort and sincerity of the follow-up. It showed that management genuinely cared about our experience. In terms of food, it was well worth the patience. My children absolutely loved the ribs—though it's important to note they take extra time to prepare, so plan accordingly if you order them. The kitchen also deserves credit for its ability to accommodate gluten sensitivities without compromising flavor. My two personal favorites were the Baja fish tacos and the grilled tofu, both of which can be prepared gluten-free. These dishes were flavorful, fresh, and versatile enough to enjoy at either lunch or dinner. Overall, Blake's Bistro offers an excellent menu with delicious, thoughtful food. Just be prepared to linger a bit longer than you might expect, especially at lunchtime. The service recovery efforts by management were genuine and commendable, and the kitchen shines when it comes to taste. If you have the time, it's a dining experience worth savoring.“

“Hanna was amazing. The lobster bisque is stupid good!“

“Our waitress Mindyloo made our trip even better than we could have hoped, true glimpse of pure and sweet southern hospitality to a couple of strays from Canada 🇨🇦 … thank you so much for being so awesome 😊“

“We ate at Landry's in Galveston yesterday for dinner. Evan had waited on us before ....THE best waiter ever! He was very professional and attentive. We sure hope we luck out again next time.“

“Fun it’s good to experience“

“Been coming here for years. Always our go to for good bands and drinks. Food is good too. We love watching The Line Up perform on Thursdays. Wish their breaks were shorter but we always enjoy their music. Juan is our favorite server. If he’s still around you’ll be in great hands. Drinks are good too.“

“I really enjoyed cigar night there. The vibe was great and the music was very chilled. Everyone was so welcoming and the customers offering anyone a cigar.“

“Hanna was amazing. The lobster bisque is stupid good!“

“The Playground Patio & Grill was, definitely, someplace I plan on returning to next time I'm in Galveston! The outside patio and live music were amazing! We all had a great time!“

“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“

“We had the best waitress Helaina and great food“

“IHOP - Clean restaurant with a happy and helpful staff. The food listed in expansive menu is exactly what we expect, very good very American Breakfast!

From our arrival to our exit we encountered prompt service. Our food cooked as ordered and delivered without delay. Drink refills were no problem.

Good food good service and good value!“

“We had an excellent meal but our service was beyond awesome, we had a wonderful server Paige she made our visit the bomb. If you go there request her section and you will not be disappointed with her warm personality that makes you feel welcomed.“

“My husband and I stopped in for a few drinks and a small bite. Aiden and Taylor were fantastic company and really made our visit enjoyable! We ordered a Philly cheese steak and onion rings to share and the food was absolutely perfect! Definitely 5+ starts to the chef!! Drinks were great too and we will definitely be back during our visit to Galveston! If you've had a bad experience here prior to just a few weeks ago, you should seriously give them another try. During our conversations, we were told that this place had gotten a bad reputation for service and staff and these two specifically (Taylor and Aiden) were working very hard to turn that around. It sounded like both of them truly cared about the customers and the business and they want to make it the best possible place for people to come and visit. Even though they were getting ready to close up when we arrived, we never felt like we were being rushed or that we were a bother. It was a wonderful, relaxing experience and one we really enjoyed!“

“Friendly and fun bartenders!! Maddie, Ian, Shannon and kim thank you for taking great care of us,“