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A photo of Sugar & Rye Coastal Kitchen & Cocktail Bar restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 3 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.
A photo of Hearsay on The Strand - Galveston restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1554)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galveston
Booked 25 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.
A photo of Monarch at Grand Galvez restaurant
4.4
Awesome(426)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 14 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 $79.49-Kids (6-12) $29.99-Under 6 Free (PRICING EXCLUDES HOLIDAYS)
A photo of Vargas Cut & Catch restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1312)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Galveston
Booked 5 times today
Located in the heart of Galveston's historic downtown district, Vargas Cut and Catch is a contemporary Steak House serving USDA Prime Steaks and the Freshest Seafood available. We look forward to serving you soon!!Sincerely, Paco Vargas and familyStreet parking is complimentary after 6:00pm
A photo of Riondo's Ristorante restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1152)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Galveston
Booked 12 times today
Riondo's serves a casual lunch and upscale dinner with unmatched hospitality on the strand in Galveston. Riondo's also provides a private banquet room for rehearsal dinners, small weddings and all your special occasion needs. Chef Rico provides housemade pastas, mozzarella cheese, artisan breads and Gulf Coast Fresh Seafood, Wagyu beef and local farm to market produce from Moon Dog farms. Located in the historical Strand District in Galveston, come enjoy a romantic night at Riondos.
A photo of Saltwater Grill restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2257)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 8 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 Fisherman's Wharf restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1285)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 45 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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  • Cathy
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The ceviche was so fresh and flavorful. The filet was cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious. The cocktail “The Bees Knees” was delightfully tasty. Service was excellent and ambiance was a refreshing change from the usual dark and loud.
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    Monarch at Grand GalvezPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Galveston
    4.4
  • Khalid
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Surprised my girlfriend here for Valentine's Day and it did not disappoint. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was great. Overall, this experience was exceptional for both of us.
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    Hearsay on The Strand - GalvestonPrice: Moderate• American• Galveston
    4.5
  • Larissa
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    EVERYTHING about this restaurant was exquisite. The ambience was romantic and friendly and just beautiful. The staff from the time we walked in until the time we left were attentive. We were seated quickly and the wait staff was there immediately. Kristin was our waitress she is incredibly knowledgeable of the menu and the specials. Gave us recommendations based on her own experience that’s so important, so many restaurants have wait staff that has never tasted the food. THE FOOD!!! The food was literally the best we have had in our life. Truly impeccable. We will be back!!!!
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    Vargas Cut & CatchPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Galveston
    4.9
  • Ron
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We made dinner reservations for 3:45pm and were promptly seated. Very good time as restaurant had a calming ambience before the crowds. Nice place with multiple seating areas from front to back. We were seated in Dinning Room which is 1/2 through the restaurant. We started with their Appetizer Platter & bottle of Italian red wine (Delacorte). Of course it was a delicious blend that our waiter Nathan said was popular with guests. For Entrees we enjoyed their Scallops (including a selection of local fish from the Gulf), and Lasagna Bologne. They were both hot and delicious. Of course everything about the dining out experience is strongly influenced by the staff employed, and our Server Nathan was efficient, knowledgeable, friendly & actually appeared to enjoy working there! We’d definitely return next time - this place is a welcome alternative from our “rushed” dining experiences back home in San Diego.
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    Riondo's RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Galveston
    4.7
  • NatalieT
    Dallas - Fort Worth •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 12, 2025
    We come every year for brunch! Never disappoints! Love the cute atmosphere, great service & delicious food!
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    Sugar & Rye Coastal Kitchen & Cocktail BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Galveston
    4.3
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