Author Topic: Dining in Galveston (Read 6018 times)

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **on:** August 02, 2010, 07:12:59 pm »

So if I don't want to put money in Tillman's pocket, what is there?

I know about the institutions like Gaido's, etc. But I'd like something a little more interesting than catch of the day. Recommendations?

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #1 on:** August 02, 2010, 07:17:05 pm »

Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on August 02, 2010, 07:12:59 pm

But I'd like something a little more interesting than catch of the day. Recommendations?

The Ocean Cabaret. You'll never know what you'll catch.

Limey · « **Reply #2 on:** August 02, 2010, 07:18:51 pm »

Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on August 02, 2010, 07:12:59 pm

So if I don't want to put money in Tillman's pocket, what is there?

I know about the institutions like Gaido's, etc. But I'd like something a little more interesting than catch of the day. Recommendations?

Post the Series Preview you're supposed to be doing, and I'll tell you.

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #3 on:** August 02, 2010, 07:35:29 pm »

Quote from: Limey on August 02, 2010, 07:18:51 pm

Post the Series Preview you're supposed to be doing, and I'll tell you.

SON OF A BITCH!

Gizzmonic · « **Reply #4 on:** August 03, 2010, 02:52:49 pm »

My favorite place in Galveston is Mosquito Cafe. They have a great bakery and the food always seems fresh!

MikeyBoy · « **Reply #5 on:** August 03, 2010, 02:59:37 pm »

For hole in the wall mexican food, Nopalitos III just off of 61st. It's much better than the original(?) Nopalitos on 42nd.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #6 on:** August 03, 2010, 03:03:22 pm »

Quote from: MikeyBoy on August 03, 2010, 02:59:37 pm

For hole in the wall mexican food, Nopalitos III just off of 61st. It's much better than the original(?) Nopalitos on 42nd.

What about Nopalitos II, which I assume is on 53rd?

Astros Fan in SoCal · « **Reply #7 on:** August 03, 2010, 03:25:53 pm »

Rudy and Paco on Postoffice. I've eaten there three times, and it was delicious every time. They do have a dress code though.

MikeyBoy · « **Reply #8 on:** August 03, 2010, 03:27:04 pm »

Quote from: HudsonHawk on August 03, 2010, 03:03:22 pm

What about Nopalitos II, which I assume is on 53rd?

It's pretty good, but the waiters wear hats.

Limey · « **Reply #9 on:** August 03, 2010, 03:37:08 pm »

Quote from: MikeyBoy on August 03, 2010, 03:27:04 pm

It's pretty good, but the waiters ~~wear hats~~ sit down to take your order.

FIFY

NeilT · « **Reply #10 on:** August 03, 2010, 05:22:33 pm »

I like Benno's or Shrimp n Stuff, and both have some character. You order at the counter, and there are paper napkins.

MRaup · « **Reply #11 on:** August 03, 2010, 05:24:47 pm »

Quote from: NeilT on August 03, 2010, 05:22:33 pm

I like Benno's or Shrimp n Stuff, and both have some character. You order at the counter, and there are paper napkins.

Bowtie optional?

NeilT · « **Reply #12 on:** August 03, 2010, 05:30:54 pm »

No, but you don't have to wear a shirt.

MusicMan · « **Reply #13 on:** August 03, 2010, 05:34:24 pm »

Quote from: NeilT on August 03, 2010, 05:30:54 pm

No, but you don't have to wear a shirt.

We'd love to pick you both, but we can't. We're Chippendales.

BudGirl · « **Reply #14 on:** August 03, 2010, 05:58:39 pm »

2nd the Shrimp & Stuff

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #15 on:** August 03, 2010, 08:20:24 pm »

Ate @ Shrimp N Stuff last time down there. It was quite good.

We're staying at the Galvez if there's anything good near there.

Astroholic · « **Reply #16 on:** August 03, 2010, 09:17:49 pm »

Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on August 03, 2010, 08:20:24 pm

Ate @ Shrimp N Stuff last time down there. It was quite good.

We're staying at the Galvez if there's anything good near there.

millers is right next to it and its pretty good.

chuck · « **Reply #17 on:** August 03, 2010, 09:32:12 pm »

There is a thoroughly acceptable Vietnamese place on Broadway at about 31st or so if I recall correctly. It's on the north side of Broadway.

Alkie · « **Reply #18 on:** August 03, 2010, 09:39:27 pm »

Quote from: chuck on August 03, 2010, 09:32:12 pm

There is a thoroughly acceptable Vietnamese place on Broadway at about 31st or so if I recall correctly. It's on the north side of Broadway.

No one asked you, hippie.

chuck · « **Reply #19 on:** August 03, 2010, 09:50:30 pm »

Quote from: Alkie on August 03, 2010, 09:39:27 pm

No one asked you, hippie.

I was lying anyway. I always go to the Rainforest Cafe.

Fredia · « **Reply #20 on:** August 04, 2010, 10:57:18 am »

you need intervention.. head down the street a bit to the spot.. much cheaper and better if you are not into fine dining

94CougarGrad · « **Reply #21 on:** August 05, 2010, 09:10:24 am »

The Spot is really good. They've got a webcam on the dock that faces the seawall, so you can call your friends back home and wave at them over the intarwebs. It's biker-friendly and kid-friendly at the same time (you'll see what I mean), and some folks bring their pooches with them to sit outside. Last time we were down there, they had some good happy hour food and beverage specials.

The Original Mexican Restaurant on 14th (and Market, I believe) is very good. Potent drinks, great Tex-Mex, almost always good service. I mean, nobody's ever rude, but they get packed so every once in a while service is slow.

The Cajun Greek on 61st has great seafood sammiches.

Never once had a problem with seafood or service from Gaido's. Not Fertitta-owned, and very good food.

allison · « **Reply #22 on:** August 05, 2010, 08:55:41 pm »

I second Mosquito Cafe, great food and good service. They also serve breakfast all day on Sunday's if I remember correctly.
Cafe Michael Burger is good and I've heard good things about the 901 Postoffice, The M&M Restaurant and Shrimp n' Stuff. Also had a good breakfast at Star Drug Store.

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #23 on:** August 06, 2010, 10:53:16 pm »

We ultimately settled on Gaido's. The Lady wanted some shrimp, so shrimp she got. Sizable and blackened, with a preposterously pungent side of bleu cheese grits. My amberjack was suspiciously rectangular, suggesting that it had been previously frozen or otherwise processed, but it was still pretty flavorful.

Mosquito Cafe next time, I suppose. We figured out a great way to get a room at the Galvez for cheap, so we'll be repeating this trip again.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #24 on:** August 07, 2010, 10:19:01 am »

Bleu cheese grits? Sounds delectable.

94CougarGrad · « **Reply #25 on:** August 11, 2010, 02:14:36 pm »

Bleu cheese grits? Sounds like they've been tinkering with the menu again.

I haven't been to Cafe Michael Burger in 20 years... it used to be really good, but I'd forgotten it was there.

Bench · « **Reply #26 on:** August 11, 2010, 02:23:19 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on August 07, 2010, 10:19:01 am

Bleu cheese grits? Sounds delectable.

I had some shrimp with goat cheese grits at Brennan's today. Delectable indeed.

Curly · « **Reply #27 on:** August 11, 2010, 10:21:16 pm »

Adding in the Saltwater Grill on Postoffice...it's a little on the pricey side, but it's fantastic. Not a huge place, and can be very crouded at times. The little lady and I love the place and go there every time we make it down there.

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g55879-d393568-Reviews-Saltwater_Grill-Galveston_Texas.html

Limey · « **Reply #28 on:** August 12, 2010, 09:57:21 am »

Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on August 06, 2010, 10:53:16 pm

We ultimately settled on Gaido's. The Lady wanted some shrimp, so shrimp she got. Sizable and blackened,

Thanks BP.

Limey · « **Reply #29 on:** August 12, 2010, 09:58:53 am »

Quote from: 94CougarGrad on August 11, 2010, 02:14:36 pm

I haven't been to Cafe Michael Burger in 20 years... it used to be really good, but I'd forgotten it was there.

Cafe Michael Burger survived the storm, but not the ensuing economic downturn.

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #30 on:** October 04, 2010, 08:35:49 pm »

I'm in Galveston for a week or so on business, and just ate at Shrimp and Stuff today for lunch. Loved it. The Spot is next on my dining list.

Rebel Jew · « **Reply #31 on:** October 04, 2010, 08:46:01 pm »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on October 04, 2010, 08:35:49 pm

I'm in Galveston for a week or so on business, and just ate at Shrimp and Stuff today for lunch. Loved it. The Spot is next on my dining list.

I'm wearing my shrimp n stuff t-shirt today/right now. no fooling.

Astros Fan in SoCal · « **Reply #32 on:** October 05, 2010, 02:23:16 am »

My go-to shrimp po-boy for many years.

WakePhil · « **Reply #33 on:** October 05, 2010, 09:46:10 am »

Quote from: Limey on August 12, 2010, 09:58:53 am

Cafe Michael Burger survived the storm, but not the ensuing economic downturn.

It still lives on the west side of the island past the seawall. Went there about a month ago.

NeilT · « **Reply #34 on:** October 05, 2010, 02:51:55 pm »

If you liked Shrimp n Stuff, try Bennos. I think the po' boys at bennos are better, the hush puppies are decidedly better, and they have Shiner on draft.

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #35 on:** October 05, 2010, 03:27:16 pm »

Quote from: Joey Trum on October 04, 2010, 08:46:01 pm

I'm wearing my shrimp n stuff t-shirt today/right now. no fooling.

If you're ever in Giddings, stop in and eat and then buy a "Seafood and Donuts" t-shirt.