Porch Cafe
$$ • American, Seafood, Pet Friendly Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Porch Cafe
Customers' Favorites
Fried Green Tomatoes
Crab Cake Appetizer
Sweet Chili Shrimp
Crab Cake Sandwich
Crab Cake Benedict
Chicken and Waffle
Shrimp & Grits
Deviled Eggs
Eggs Benedict
Wedge Salad
Porch Cafe Reviews
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Some of the best food I have ever tasted!!!
My wife and I stopped in Sat Aug 8, 2026. It's another absolute hidden gem on the east end of Galveston Island. We came in and had an abbreviated lunch. Plenty of seating inside and outdoors at lunch time with no wait. We shared a Fried Green Tomato Appetizer and a Redfish BLT w/Fries. The food is superb, they locally source their Redfish from the island, meaning it's fresh! If you've never had a Redfish BLT, stop in, It'll knock your socks off, guaranteed! Long story short, if...read full review
Breakfast food was very good. Service was not ideal. There was a span of about 20 minutes when our waiter did not check in on us. When I flagged him down after having my hand raised 3 minutes he said “Do you need something?” He also kept calling me “buddy,” which was bizarre.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 10AM - 3PM 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 3PM 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 3PM |
Porch Cafe is an outstanding option for casual dining in Galveston, located on E Beach Dr in Beach Town. The restaurant offers a great food and service experience in a beautiful, beachy setting that is perfect for a quiet meal. The menu includes a delicious 7-course New Year's Eve meal featuring options like Lamb Pops, Fried green tomatoes with lump crab, Red Snapper, and Filet with Cheese grits and green beans. The staff strives to provide a wonderful and memorable dining experience, with Chef Sean's expertise and the team's dedication evident in every dish. Recent reviews highlight the excellent service, noting the attentiveness of the staff and how they promptly attend to guests. The outside porch is a popular spot, especially on gorgeous days. Guests have praised dishes like Crab cakes, risotto, and grilled cheese served with delicious tomato basil soup and gumbo. The drinks, including Bloody Marys and martinis, are also well-received. While there have been some mentions of disappointment regarding the availability of decaf coffee and a mix-up with a sangria order, the overall food quality and ambiance make Porch Cafe a delightful gem worth visiting regularly. It is appreciated for its versatility, making it a great choice for special occasions or casual outings.