Galveston, Texas is a coastal city on the Gulf of Mexico. It is no surprise that it has some of the best seafood restaurants in the state. In this blog, I am showcasing the 6 best seafood restaurants in Galveston:
1. Gaido’s Seafood Restaurant
Gaido’s Seafood Restaurant is a Galveston institution. I has been in business since 1911. From that day forward, Gaido’s popularity as the freshest fish house on the Gulf grew from S.G. Gaido’s unwavering commitment to serve only the best. The Gaido family has always remained passionate about food with their focus on taste.
Today, they still peel Gulf shrimp, shuck Galveston Bay oysters and fillet fresh fish, by hand, the same way SG did more than 100 years ago. Their unique sauces, seasonings, salad dressings and delicious desserts are all house-made from time-tested family recipes. And over the decades, they have blended in traditional southern deep-frying, Southwest open-flame grilling and rich Creole flavors. By infusing these wonderful surrounding cultures, Gaido’s creates a menu and an experience unlike any other perched on the seawall. Gaido’s also has a full bar with a wide selection of cocktails and wines.
Gaido’s tables are always set for guests, their service is always personal, and their ingredients are always the freshest on the Island.
- Location: 3900 Seawall Blvd Galveston, TX 77550
- Phone: (409) 761-5500
- Hours: Mon.-Sun. 11 am-9pm
- Website: gaidos.com
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐8/26/23
Andrea B., Cypress, TX
Food is excellent!! Service was professional!!! Environment was relaxing. Oh how we enjoyed our time!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐9/02/23
Robin B., Gentry, AZ
Wonderful 39 anniversary dinner with my sweetheart! I had redfish with crab topping special ($52.), poblano soup, both were delicious. They gifted us with anniversary key lime cheesecake. Great food, great service, nice ambiance across from the beach.
2. Willie G.’s Steakhouse & Seafood
Willie G’s is a popular seafood restaurant located on the Galveston waterfront. The restaurant is famous for rich hearty gumbos, perfectly grilled fish and house specialties, like the Del Mar with redfish francese, mahi mahi topped with avocado and grilled salsa, and 3 crab stuffed shrimp. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere and a large outdoor patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico. Willie G’s also has a full bar with a wide selection of cocktails and wines.
- Location: 2100 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550
- Phone: (409) 762-3030
- Hours: Mon.-Sun. 11 am-9 pm.
- Website: williegs.com;
- General Info: Casual to Dressy, Harborside Dining, Fresh Steaks & Seafood in Elegant Setting, Available for Private Events, Named One of 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Galveston by USA Today
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐9/13/23
Isaiah F., Orlando, FL
Absolutely amazing
10/10 service
10/10 food
50/10 ambience and atmosphere
Would recommend to anyone in the area
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐8/28/23
Deanna S., Beaumont, TX
Excellent service .. my son and I celebrated my dad birthday. I can’t express how great our waiter Lance was. Very attentive, knowledge of the menu was excellent and made our experience great. Food was flavorful. Nice portions. I will come again.
3. Fisherman’s Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is another popular seafood restaurant located on the Galveston waterfront. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere and a large outdoor patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico. The menu features a variety of seafood dishes, including fresh fish, shrimp, and oysters. Fisherman’s Wharf also has a full bar with a wide selection of cocktails and wines.
- Location: 2200 Harborside Dr Galveston, TX 77550
- Phone: (409) 765-5708
- Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 11 am-9 pm, Fri.-Sat. 11 am-10 pm, Sun. 11 am-9 pm
- Website: fishermanswharfgalveston.com
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐9/07/23
Jillian R., Houston, TX
This place was amazing out on the patio! Service was fast, attentive and helpful. The views were amazing, too! Definitely try the calamari!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐9/03/23
Randa S., Phoeniz, AZ
Carlos was our awesome server. We got to sit in the Bay Area and see the ship next door. Great views of the harbor. Very nice atmosphere in the upstairs dining area. It was lunch time so we opted to split a meal. The fish platter came with broiled fish, crab cake, shrimp, rice and veggies. Excellent plating. Very speaking and tasted great. Amazing lunch at an amazing place. Check out the bread pudding dessert. It was huge!
4. The Spot
The Spot is a casual seafood restaurant located in the historic Strand District of Galveston. The restaurant is owned by Dennis Byrd, local resident and BOI. Dennis purchased the restaurant in 2002. The Spot founders bought and built the restaurant in 1998 from three old vacant houses that we scheduled to be demolished. The land was prime property. The houses were moved and The Spot was born.
Dennis Byrd began his career at The Spot when it originally opened, working his way up from dishwasher to delivery boy, cashier to cook. He learned the ropes of the restaurant business, and accomplished his dream of owning a restaurant by purchasing the only restaurant he had ever worked in. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and a large outdoor patio. The menu features a variety of seafood dishes, including Gulf oysters, shrimp, and fish. The Spot also has a full bar with a wide selection of cocktails and wines. With Dennis at the helm, The Spot has grown, expanding year after year to become, well, Island Famous.
- Location: 3204 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77550
- Phone: (409) 621-5237
- Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 11 am-9 pm, Fri.-Sat. 11 am-10 pm, Sun. 11 am-9 pm
- Website: thespot.islandfamous.com
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/16/23⭐
Bec C., Sugar Land, TX
Service fast and cheeseburger was very moist and huge! Hubby had chicken sandwich and said it was good. Sat outside and enjoyed the view. Usually get their yummy key lime pie but was too full!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 7/25/23
Britanny D., Fort Worth, TX
We love this place! Right on the sea wall you can’t beat the view. My grandparents have been coming here for years for your shrimp kisses. The new Thai peanut salad was delicious!! And vegetarian so that’s great for me. The onions rings were super yum too. The servers were all helpful and kind. Food came quickly!
5. Katie’s Seafood House
Katie’s Seafood House is a family-owned and operated seafood restaurant located on the Galveston waterfront. Katie’s is committed to serving the freshest Gulf of Mexico fish on the coast at incredibly affordable pricing! Katie’s Seafood has a casual atmosphere and a large outdoor patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico. The menu features a variety of seafood dishes, including fresh fish from the Gulf, shrimp, and oysters. Katie’s Seafood House also has a full bar with a wide selection of cocktails and wines.
- Location: 2000 Wharf Rd., Galveston, TX 77550
- Phone: (409) 765-5688
- Hours: Mon. – Sun. 11 am-9 pm
- Website: katiesseafoodhouse.com
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 9/16/23
Catalina G., Galveston, TX
My family and I went to have lunch and immediately greeted by a friendly staff. Our server Genesis was attentive and had great suggestions. We had the fish tacos and shrimp etouffee. The food came out fast and hot and the manager Joey came and checked on us. Multiple times will definitely be back again. Thanks Katie seafood.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 8/16/23
Miria S., Pasadena, TX
We had the special of the day and the pastalays and it was amazing. Everything was hot and fresh. Vernon, was very knowledgeable and accommodated to all of our needs, he was great product knowledge and everything referred to us was great. Will definitely return and request for his services again.
6. Shrimp ‘N Stuff
Shrimp ‘N Stuff is a casual seafood restaurant located on Avenue O near the Galveston Seawall. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and a large outdoor patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico. The menu features a variety of seafood dishes, including fried shrimp, fish tacos, and gumbo. Shrimp ‘N Stuff also has a full bar with a wide selection of cocktails and wines.
- Location: 3901 Avenue O, Galveston, TX 77550
- Phone: (409) 763-2805
- Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 10:30 am-9:30 pm, Fri.-Sat. 10:30 am-10:30 pm, Sun. 10:30 am-9:30 pm
- Website: shrimpnstuff.com
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 7/14/23
Jamie M., Houston, TX
Still a favorite spot on the island.
Portions are plentiful! Food still consistent in quality and taste shrimp po-boy was tasty after a day on the beach.
8 nice sized shrimp fried just right, dressed with tomatoes, lettuce, and mayonnaise. Ask for cocktail sauce it gives the sammy a delicious kick, comes in a big refrigerated squirt bottle. Sandwich is paired with a side offering, 8 hush puppies was my choice dipped in tarter sauce.
Plenty of parking around back if you can’t find street side.
They now have two air conditioned rooms to dine in, the middle patio area has gone through a lot of renovations to be comfortable to enjoy your meal outside even during our heat dome days of summer. Tons of high blasting fans and fully shaded.
Highly recommend!
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