Food
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7.1KMardi Gras! Galveston February 6th-17th
Mardi Gras! Galveston 2026: Bead There February 6-17, 2026 At Mardi Gras! Galveston, the extravagance found in Texas’s largest Mardi Gras...
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3.3KGalveston Restaurant Week Begins Jan. 12-30
Galveston Restaurant Week(s) showcases the island’s incredible culinary scene at unbeatable prices! This annual event invites diners to explore a variety...
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14.5KSalsa’s Mexican Restaurant: Little Island, Big Business
By Kimber Fountain The size and scope of Salsa’s Mexican Restaurant often prompts speculation, leading many locals and visitors alike to assume...
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2.0KFree Things To Do Island Style
There are lots of things to do that do not cost a thing on Galveston Island. Here are a few of the...
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683Sea of Love Dinner at The Aquarium Pyramid at Moody Gardens
The Aquarium Pyramid makes for a truly memorable setting for a Valentine’s dinner date on Saturday, Feb. 15. Enjoy a special evening...
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6.7KHoliday Festivals in Galveston
Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food,...
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19.2KMaceo Spice & Import: The Spicy Side of Legacy
By Terry Card When Concetta Maceo talks about her family business, Maceo Spice & Import, her enthusiasm, and dedication are self-evident. She...
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604Moody Gardens is gearing up for Labor Day Weekend
Plan now for Labor Day Weekend! Moody Gardens is gearing up for a weekend of fun and excitement! Join us at the...
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768Galveston Restaurant Week January 8th-28th
Experience cuisine that delights your palate and defines the art of dining during Galveston Restaurant Week, January 8 – 28, 2024. Every winter...
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22.9KMy 5 Favorite Breakfasts on the Island
By Kimber Fountain Nothing beats a great breakfast, and not just to start your morning. The most versatile of mealtimes is delicious...
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9.3KTurtles About Town: Exploring Art Island Style
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504Jan. 25th: 45th Annual Rotary Club of Galveston Chili Supper
This year’s 45th Annual Rotary Club of Galveston Chili Supper is set for Wednesday, January 25, at Ball High School. For over four...
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51641st Annual ABC13 “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Begins
41st ANNUAL ABC13 “SHARE YOUR HOLIDAYS” FOOD DRIVE SET FOR DECEMBER 1st – EXPANDS TO TWO DROP OFF LOCATIONS IN GALVESTON COUNTY This...
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10.3KOutdoor Dining: Fresh Air & Views Galore
If you’re inkling for a delicious meal overlooking the beach, these restaurants are ready to help you put COVID worries aside and...
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1.1KGalveston: A Socially Distance Coastal Stay Check List
By Melanie Perez One of the best things about escaping to an island is the freedom of being surrounded by nature. With...
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11.7KA Stunning View of Heaven on Earth: A View of The Gulf, The Downtown, The Bay Side of Galveston
By Sissie Coomes When you are at the beach, you either want to be in the sun, shaded under awnings and patios...
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13.7K5 Breweries to Visit if You’re Spending Time in Galveston
Warm weather is creeping in and it’s time to set sights on the next big vacation—spring break! Whether you’re a Texas native...
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4.4KA Very Sweet Mardi Gras: Did You Get The Baby?
By Sissie Coomes The best part of a meal in traditional New Orleans style is the rich desserts, such as hot and...
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8.2KMiller’s Seawall Grill: Serving Breakfast of Champions
A Breakfast of Champions Served All Day Long: Miller’s has long time been a local’s favorite for fresh seafood, but their hearty,...
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4.0KBryan Museum: Safe & Fun COVID-19 Activities
The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St. in Galveston. Tours are given (no reservations...
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478“Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Underway Dec. 4th
40th Annual ABC13 “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Set for December 4th at Ball High School from 8am-12 noon This year’s 40th...
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37.5KGalveston Locals’ Favorite Restaurants
By Sissie Coomes Locals’ favorites! Rambling around the island you are sure to find a plethora of restaurants, bars and local hang outs but these three...
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10.1KGalveston Island Brewing: Free Brewery Tours Every Saturday
Galveston Island Brewery (GIB) is a local brewery featuring an on-site taproom showcasing classic beer styles from around the world. The tap...
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15.9KDive Into A Mexican Breakfast: A Few Places You’ve Probably Never Heard About
By Sissie Coomes Ahh, breakfast, our favorite meal of the day. Something about it brings a sense of satisfaction and a great...
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15.6KA Better Burger is Bound to Be Beautiful
Based on a recent Facebook (www.facebook.com/galvestonislandguide) survey, we asked you guys to vote for your Locals’ Favorite “Best Burger.” Here is what...
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8.9KPizza Galore on Galveston Island
Pizza is Our Favorite Food Group, No Really! Pizza. The one food that basically everyone on earth can agree is simply the...
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17.0KPie in the Sky: A Little (Sometimes Big) Slice of Paradise
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost Flaky crust, gooey center, fluffy topping: thus is the ultimate Trifecta of Pie, and this...
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9.9KSaltwater Grill: The Heart of a City, The Charm of an Island
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost A very distinct level of sophistication is required to exude limitless elegance without careening down...
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12.5KOff the Beaten Path But Worth the Drive: The West End Explored
By Sissie Coomes Sometimes the best places are those that are a tad hard to find. It’s a part of all of...
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11.7KMama Teresa’s Flying Pizza: Reborn on The Island
By Rob Lucey When Hurricane Ike wiped most of the structures off of Bolivar Peninsula in 2008, longtime dining destination Mama...
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5.6KGino’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria: Where the Locals Eat
By Terry Card When tourists indulge in conversations, whether it is while shopping, or talking to a local in a bar, one...
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7.5KI Hope You’re Hungry … Two New ‘Must-Tries’ in Downtown Galveston
Downtown Galveston has two new restaurants open this summer that are must-try’s. Hearsay on The Strand, located at 2410 Strand, is open...
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12.6KHey Mikey’s Ice Cream: Bun Roll, Please
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost It would seem that ice cream, one of the most popular desserts in the world,...
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12.0KJimmy’s On The Pier: 13 September 2008
By Terry Card The howling wind barreled down out of the black sky in full fury, lifting the surging water to...
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10.6KWe All Scream for Ice Cream! Get the Scoop on the Island’s Frosty Frenzy
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost The long chill of this year’s winter has finally given way to the burning heat...
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11.4KRiondo’s Italian Ristorante: An Inspired Revival of Classic Dining
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost For seventeen years, the lower west half of the historic and monumental Hutchings and Sealy...
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11.9KIsland Coffee Houses Know Their Beans
By Rob Lucey At one time ordering a cup of coffee boiled down to “black” or with “cream or sugar.” Later, most...
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5.6KEscape The Heat This Summer With Devil & The Deep Brewery
Devil & The Deep Brewery: Quench Your Thirst With Some Cold Beverages Opened a few months ago is Galveston’s newest brewery Devil...
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10.7KVintage Crown Boutique & Bar: A Michelada Bar and Much More
Located at 215 23rd St. in Downtown Galveston, Vintage Crown Boutique Bar features a nice line of clothing and a specialty bar...
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14.9KDowntown Galveston’s New Restaurants Beam with Variety & Fun
By Sissie Coomes Recently downtown Galveston has had a huge growth spurt of new restaurants opening, and with this a nice variety...
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5.8KAn Old Tradition of Ooey-Gooey Yumminess
Mario’s Seawall Italian & Pizzeria: An Old Tradition of Ooey-Gooey Yumminess Three words could really say it all about Mario’s – pizza,...
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6.1KNothing Like It Before: Beef Jerkey Outlet
Beef Jerky Outlet: Exquisite Quality and Taste Combined By Terry Card Quality and taste defines the difference between jerky purchased at the...
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5.8KA Wonderful Taste of Galveston
Taste of The Strand: A Wonderful Taste of Galveston By Lauren Elizabeth Ware I love food. Better known from Shaggy on Scooby...
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7.4KThe Spice & Tea Exchange® Opening on The Strand
The Spice & Tea Exchange®, located in the Rosenberg Building at 2309 Strand, is now open. Shop more than 140 herbs and...
