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Best Casual Restaurants in Galveston

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A photo of Sugar & Rye Coastal Kitchen & Cocktail Bar restaurant
1. Sugar & Rye Coastal Kitchen & Cocktail Bar
4.8
Exceptional(7)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 5 times today
Welcome to Sugar and Rye Coastal Cuisine, located in the heart of historic downtown Galveston just blocks away from the Strand and Pleasure Pier. Our casual dining experience promises to be unforgettable.At Sugar and Rye, we pride ourselves on our scratch kitchen philosophy, using only fresh, never-frozen ingredients. Our meats are either "Choice Products" or caught daily ensuring the highest quality. Our seafood, sourced directly from local waters, offers exceptional freshness in every dish. We also serve classic favorites like juicy burgers and comforting pasta, so there’s something for everyone.With a casual family-friendly atmosphere, our outdoor deck is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal, and it’s also dog-friendly, so your furry companions are welcome too. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail, premium spirit, or fine wine for the perfect dining experience.
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2. Monarch at Grand Galvez
4.3
Awesome(475)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 19 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 $89.00-Kids (6-12) $29.99-Under 6 Free (PRICING EXCLUDES HOLIDAYS)
A photo of Hearsay on The Strand - Galveston restaurant
3. Hearsay on The Strand - Galveston
4.6
Exceptional(1620)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galveston
Booked 22 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.
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4. Fisherman's Wharf
4.6
Exceptional(1332)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 47 times today
Located by the Historic Strand District, the Tall Ship Elissa and Galveston Cruise Terminal, come and enjoy waterfront dining at Fisherman’s Wharf. One of the best seafood restaurants in Galveston, Fisherman’s Wharf is a great place to enjoy a selection of daily fresh fish, signature combination platters, and more in our indoor dining areas or outdoor patio offering a view of the bay.
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5. Saltwater Grill
4.6
Exceptional(2288)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 9 times today
The Saltwater Grill is located just steps away from The Grand 1894 Opera House. Featuring an array of tantalizing fresh-from-the-grill and fresh-from-the-kettle seafood specialties, Saltwater Grill is in a class of its own when it comes to quality and attention to detail.Saltwater Grill was just named Galveston's 2016 Restaurant of the Year. Thanks to everyone who voted!
A photo of The Rooftop Bar at the Tremont House restaurant
6. The Rooftop Bar at the Tremont House
4.3
Awesome(109)
Price: Very Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Galveston
Booked 15 times today
The new Rooftop design is transformative like the island itself, with equal parts of nostalgia, delight, and a touch of temptation. It harbors a distinct sense of place through stately design touches that embolden the beautiful mix of history and culture. It celebrates the spirit of the past in a modern way, stepping gracefully into the future of this island town, and further anchoring it as a local staple. The new design allows added seating arrangements, a new counter bar equipped with TVs, and the ability to enclose part of the space off from the elements to be open year round & weather friendly. With a soulful connectivity to the hotels storied past, the Tremont House transports you to an era of nostalgia, delight, and temptation.
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7. BLVD. Seafood
4.8
Exceptional(2229)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 33 times today
BLVD. Seafood is a new casual dining restaurant on Seawall Boulevard. Featuring fresh seafood and steaks.
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8. Fish Tales
3.8
Excellent(857)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 37 times 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.
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9. The Fancy at Hotel Lucine
4.7
Exceptional(158)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Galveston
Booked 11 times today
An American Fine-ish Dining establishment inspired by local ingredients with a dash of artistic liberty and a lot of personality.Our menu highlights locally sourced ingredients, celebrating our Galveston roots and coastal ties while supporting the Texas farms and Gulf waters that make it all possible. From the daily catch to fresh, house-made pastas, every dish is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the vibrant community around us. Enjoy our local cuisine with wall-to-wall Gulf views - no dress code required.The Fancy at Hotel Lucine sits neatly at the intersection of 10th & Seawall Blvd - we're about as close to the water as a hotel can get without high tide lapping at your bedside.
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10. Rainforest Cafe - Galveston
4.5
Awesome(588)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galveston
Booked 122 times today
You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village and float through an EPIC excursion at the Rainforest River Adventure Ride right next door!CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant and Rainforest River Adventure Ride. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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