Rainforest Cafe - Galveston

Name: Rainforest Cafe - Galveston
Address: 5310 Seawall Blvd, Ste A, Galveston, TX, United States, 77551
Telephone: (409) 744-6000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

366 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Part adventure, part restaurant and wholly entertaining for the entire family, the Rainforest Cafe captures the magic of a real tropical rainforest with its cascading waterfalls, lush vegetation, animatronic wildlife, and simulated rainstorms.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(409) 744-6000
Website
http://www.rainforestcafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering made easy with EZ Cater! Orders can be made for delivery or pickup. You can view our menus and pay online!
Private party facilities
Be the king or queen of the jungle! Celebrate your next birthday with the Wild Bunch and you'll enjoy the royal treatment - an incredible feast, unexpected treats, and an overall WILD time. Birthday bashes are for parties of 10 or more. For birthday bash’s under 10 people, please call the restaurant phone number and ask to speak with our friendly tour guides to better assist you.

Location
5310 Seawall Blvd, Ste A, Galveston, TX 77551
Neighborhood
Galveston
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Takeout, Wine

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What 366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Kid-friendly
Galveston
Innovative
Galveston
Good for groups
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an excellent server. The twins celebrating their birthday we’re delighted.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dining at the Rainforest Cafe was a wonderful experience! The service was outstanding and the food was excellent. We ended the meal with the Volcano dessert which was a lot of fun.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our vacation. There were no reservations available so I got on an alert list and it alerted me there was an opening. So glad we got to go!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Stopped in during spring break. Kids loved it! They had their face painted and loved the “thunderstorm.”
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience1
I know I am paying for the atmosphere, but it nearly $200. You would think that they would cook the food all the way, that carrots would taste like carrots and not celery. Yes you’ve got that right carrots taste like celery. Also, don’t waste your money on the adventure ride all those animals look like they need to be put down Some might have mange.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great lunch! I made a reservation in advance which turned out to be perfect because when we got there, the wait would have been 2 hours! The food was much better than we expected. We had a group of 4, ordered Kids Pizza, Coconut Shrimp, Spicy Asian Salad, Fish Tacos and The Spinach & Artichoke dip. We also did the Frog cup for our 4 yr old. It’s definitely an experience. You have Face Painters and Balloon animal people coming around to the tables offering services. Overall we had a very nice lunch, even though it was Spring Break and probably a little more crowded than usual. Planning to return and ask to sit by the Gorillas or Elephants.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Daughter promotion
J
Jade
Houston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
My kids had a wonderful time. My middle son is on the autism spectrum and he always enjoys sitting next to the fish. The staff was very accommodating to my request to sit next to the aquarium for him. Our server was super friendly and we were pleased with the experience.
RS
RobS
Baja California Sur
20 reviews
vip
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience5
Avg food, decent service, but great atmosphere for kids
JE
JED56
Houston
92 reviews
vip
3.0
92 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Very high prices and especially in the shop where they want to capture your child to buy toys at an exorbitant amount.
KR
KarenR
Houston
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was spot on. Food was excellent, nice pace to the meal.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came down to Galveston for my birthday. First off, we checked in an hour before my reservation time and got sat down 30min later or less. We were so grateful for that. The staff was amazing! Food was so fast and delicious! We will for sure be coming back.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food2service3ambience5
The food was very bland, service was okay, and ambience was eye catching. I would say this is more for children but it was a very cute spot.
KR
KarenR
Houston
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun place to eat with the family. Usually there is a person doing balloon art which is entertaining. Food is yummy but save room for the “Volcano” desert, brownie, ice cream and cool whip. One for the table is great. Rainstorms happen every 30 minutes with animated elephants and monkeys. Don’t forget to do the cheesy but fun river ride. Stay for the erupting volcano at night. This restaurant is our family tradition:)
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent, the food was excellent, and the environment was excellent. I have no complaints.
SH
SusanH
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Basically you come to Rainforest Cafe for the fun of it. The food is expensive and although it has recently improved its still not worth what you pay for it. On this visit, it took a long time to get our food and when we did, it was not hot. Cold French fries! Grrrr... Also the bacon on my bacon burger was as hard as a rock! Seriously. It was just pieces and they were very thick and very hard. Come with kids and you'll enjoy it more.
LM
LudmilaM
Houston
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great like always Good food good service Love it !!!!
SW
SheoniW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent customer service, environment was very kid friendly
KM
KernellM
Houston
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Nice scenery
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's an experience that you won't want to miss
KW
KarenW
Las Vegas
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
We arrived about 45 mins early for our reservation. During that time we did the Adventure ride which was worth the $6.99 and 10 mins. Our two girls (6&2) enjoyed it. We were seated at our reservation time. Server was attentive and quick. The kids meal came out first as ordered, spaghetti and the girls enjoyed it with the fresh fruit. The Chili con Queso appetizer was really good. For meals we ordered the bacon cheeseburger which was really good and the Sirloin Beef Stroganoff ravioli. The beef stroganoff ravioli wasn’t the best. The sirloin was tough and the sauce bland. Overall great experience and the kids loved the environment.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience5
It was so cold in the restaurant that it was hard to enjoy a meal without a winter coat on. Amazing service and food though!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Food was ok. My lady ordered a pull pork sandwich & they put pulled pork on top of a burger. Never ever heard of that before. My fish was ok. Overall experience tho is def good. The omviance was really good.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Birthday dinner for a 5 yr old. Was great. A bit too expensive though.
CS
ChuckS
Austin
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
The atmosphere and service was really nice. Food is very over priced
S
Suzie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food5service2ambience5
This was the right choice. We needed a get away with plenty of distractions and this was perfect. The food was better than expected. Server could have done a better job with checking on our table of 5. We rode the ride twice and had an opportunity to take lots of pictures and videos. We had a great time and plan to come back
BN
BarakN
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
The restaurant is very nice. Great place for kids! The food is average! Great Ride. Our server was very nice!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Daughters birthday
AM
AlisonM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and the service were outstanding! We very much enjoyed our experience at the Rainforest Cafe!
PV
PeterV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Music was far too loud, could not hold a conversation with the person sitting next to me. Prefer the tranquil rainforest sound effects.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall1food1service4ambience5
Anniversary dinner
JE
JENNIFERH
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
It's important to keep in mind that Rainforest Cafe is more about the experience than the food. Over the years we've enjoyed it especially with that in mind. However, even with that in mind, the food was subpar at best. Our server was fantastic. The food was served in a reasonable amount of time. We did the river boat adventure as it is a family tradition. It is a cheesy kind of fun. We did stand at the counter (1st in line) for about 15 minutes waiting on a cashier to show up. When he did arrive he had a bit of an attitude. I'm not sure why. I know retail is a difficult field to work in but I still expect a certain level of customer service from an establishment that charges the prices they do. This guy definitely missed the mark.
CP
ChelseaP
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Was brought the wrong salad, mixed drinks were thick and sugary, served cold food, waiter was not friendly, food was small portions for the price. I’ve been to the rainforest cafe in Orlando and this was not even on the same level as that experience. Oh and don’t look up, they haven’t dusted in years.
LP
LeonelP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice place to surprise someone special. excellent food desserts drinks. they are very nice.
D
Dmay1
Houston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
The food is okay & expensive. I had nachos. They were fine,small amount of meat & something I could make at home for 5 bucks as opposed to about $19 here. Kids meals are about $8 & include the usual entrees ,a side & a drink. Dessert is extra,starting at $4. You are paying for the rainforest experience & happy kids. My recommendation is to all share a big volcano dessert & have dinner & drinks elsewhere. The shop & river ride are fun for the kids.
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Petrus
Hamburg
58 reviews
4.0
58 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Wie überall in den USA ein schönes Konzept für den Genuss von amerikanischer Küche in außergewöhnlichem Ambiente. Insbesondere für Kinder ist es ganz toll. Wir kommen wieder.
AR
AlbertR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time ever going to a Rainforest Cafe and I am 26! I have been missing out my whole life. The atmosphere was so cool and the ride was amazing! It was a great experience and I am happy to have eaten here after a long trip.
PN
PatriciaN
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2022
overall4food4service1ambience5
My review is short and sweet....Our waitress took our order, and we never saw her until we got ready to ASK for an extra napkin at check out. Asked for a togo cup of iced tea, she said ya'll didn't provide them, I said okay, just the check please. She never returned to check on us, She didn't bring us our food, which was normal for a busy place as ya'll, or refill our drinks or return to our table until we were ready to leave. We had dirty hands and empty glasses (tea) most of our meal. I suggest she needs to be retrained on customer service.
KB
KelleyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our 5 year old had a blast for her birthday! Fantastic service! We will definitely be back.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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Rainforest Cafe - Galveston is rated 4.6 stars by 366 OpenTable diners.

Rainforest Cafe - Galveston does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.