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Hey everyone,

I'm returning to the place where my ancestors got off the boat this weekend. Any recommendations on where to watch Astros games in Galveston? General restaurant/activity recommendations would be great too (kid-friendly a plus).

Thanks in advance, ya'll!
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #1 on: August 01, 2017, 05:16:27 pm »
FWIW, I ended up going to Salsa's and Mosquito Cafe. Salsa's had an ocean view, strong margaritas, and the 'Stros on the big screen. Can't ask for much more. I highly recommend both places.
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #2 on: August 01, 2017, 05:17:59 pm »
FWIW, I ended up going to Salsa's and Mosquito Cafe. Salsa's had an ocean view, strong margaritas, and the 'Stros on the big screen. Can't ask for much more. I highly recommend both places.

How was the food at Mosquito Cafe?  What would you recommend?
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #3 on: August 01, 2017, 05:19:12 pm »
FWIW, I ended up going to Salsa's and Mosquito Cafe. Salsa's had an ocean view, strong margaritas, and the 'Stros on the big screen. Can't ask for much more. I highly recommend both places.

Good to know.  Thanks.
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« Reply #4 on: August 02, 2017, 08:55:49 am »
How was the food at Mosquito Cafe?  What would you recommend?

I'm not Gizz, but Mosquito Cafe is terrific.  Especially the breakfast/brunch.

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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #5 on: August 02, 2017, 09:13:09 am »
How was the food at Mosquito Cafe?  What would you recommend?

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« Reply #6 on: August 02, 2017, 12:41:39 pm »
Has a good buzz about it.

I've been itching to go there.
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #7 on: August 02, 2017, 12:48:13 pm »
I'm not Gizz, but Mosquito Cafe is terrific.  Especially the breakfast/brunch.

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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #8 on: August 02, 2017, 12:53:18 pm »
I'm not Gizz, but Mosquito Cafe is terrific.  Especially the breakfast/brunch.

Try the pesto.
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« Reply #9 on: August 02, 2017, 02:23:25 pm »
I've been itching to go there.

Great place to catch a bite.
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #10 on: August 02, 2017, 02:44:34 pm »
No way I'm getting suckered into going there.
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #11 on: August 02, 2017, 02:54:13 pm »
But the prices sting a little.
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« Reply #12 on: August 02, 2017, 02:59:38 pm »
I find the place repellent. 
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« Reply #13 on: August 02, 2017, 03:26:08 pm »
I find the place repellent.

Sure, with the swarms it attracts.
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« Reply #14 on: August 02, 2017, 03:32:24 pm »
But the prices sting a little.

Get there for the Early Bird special. You'll larvae it!
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« Reply #15 on: August 02, 2017, 04:05:44 pm »
Get there for the Early Bird special. You'll larvae it!

Overall, a net positive experience. 
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« Reply #16 on: August 02, 2017, 09:18:19 pm »
Overall, a net positive experience.
I don't know man, the place kind of bugs me.
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Re: Best place to watch Astros in Galveston/general recommendations?
« Reply #17 on: August 03, 2017, 07:22:24 pm »
This thread is more proof that I can buzz off for a while and some things never change.

How was the food at Salsa's? I haven't been there in a while, but the last time I was there, it was just okay.
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