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Diners' Choice: Seafood restaurants in Galveston

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Rudy & Paco Restaurant & Bar

4.9

4.9 (3966)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Paco is the definition of the "All American Dream", awarded the 2019 "Faces of Diversity Award" by the National Restaurant Association. This prestigious award honors those who have achieved success through perservance and determination embodying the American Dream.

Rudy & Paco's offer the freshest seafood and steaks with a Central American flare. Come experience fine dining at its best with Paco and his staff.

We are honored to have the opportunity and privilege to serve you and your family.

~ Paco Vargas and Family

Lunch - Street parking is available, pay at parking meter or by App
Dinner - Street parking is free after 6 pm.

Dress code is strictly enforced for Dinner.
No shorts for men, women (including rompers) and children. Men must have a collared shirt (no t-shirts) and no hats.

Dress code for Lunch is casual with shorts acceptable but no hats.

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SallyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Yummy and expert service always at Paco’s-you can count on it

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4.8

4.8 (2081)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

BLVD. Seafood is a new casual dining restaurant on Seawall Boulevard. Featuring fresh seafood and steaks.

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Rebecca

Dined 4 days ago

Always amazingly creative dishes! Wait staff is knowledgeable and friendly. One of our favorite restaurants to go to.

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Crab Stuffed Shrimp Bites

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Soft Shell Crab

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Blackberry Pork Chop

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Gaido's Seafood Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (8839)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

The toast of the Texas coast.
How can frozen fish be called fresh? The answer for anyone with snap is simple: it can’t. That’s why Gaido’s is the classic choice for fresh Gulf seafood. Patrons know Gaido’s is real, when others are clearly not. From red snapper and blue crab to white tablecloths crumbed with panache, there’s no denying Gaido’s is one-of-a-kind in a world of imitation. Now, after four generations of filleting, frying, grilling and baking, Gaido’s has grown into the picture perfect place of traditions– birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, reunions. As the largest fresh fish house on the coast, Gaido’s can serve up to 2,500 happy diners a day. Plus, with the Pelican Club, private dining, catering, a new food truck and parking galore…it’s easy to see why Gaido’s -– for over 100 years – is truly the coastal classic.

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PaulaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Gaidos is always the best- the service is always excellent and the food is wonderful.

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Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

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Blackened Redfish

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Katie's Seafood House

4.8

4.8 (2637)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

In 1998, Buddy Guindon, his wife Katie, and his brother Kenny opened Katie's Seafood Market in Galveston, Texas. For more than 20 years now, Katie's Seafood Market has provided the highest quality of products available to its customers. The majority of seafood comes from local fishermen and shrimpers, including Red Snapper, Grouper, Golden Tile Fish, Flounder, Oysters, Shrimp, and Blue Crabs. A producer contacted Guindon in the hopes of doing a reality show about his family business. In 2015, the reality show 'Big Fish Texas' came to life on National Geographic. As a supporter of the local economy, In September of 2019, Buddy opened Katie’s Seafood House, next to the market. Katie’s seafood market supplies the restaurant with all fresh seafood. We take pride in being the only local seafood restaurant on the island that brings fresh fish straight from the boat and to your table.

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Rebecca

Dined 4 days ago

Always a great place to dine when in Galvestion..

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Seafood Campechana

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Saltwater Grill

4.6

4.6 (2225)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

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!

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TimVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The seafood at Saltwater Grill is simply the best in Galveston. As a long time resident and frequent world traveler I’m always impressed and never disappointed by our dinning experience at Saltwater Grill.

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Marinated Tuna Tower

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Lobster Spring Rolls

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Waterman's Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1037)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Waterman's Restaurant is a cozy seafood restaurant overlooking the Galveston Bay. The views from here are absolutely stunning, and the food just makes it even better. It has an extensive bar that offers up an array of possibilities, while the abundance of available seating outside offers up a great opportunity to have healthy conversation with friends and family.

Waterman's Restaurant has a terrific low key ambiance and has been serving seafood to patrons for years. Consider ordering the salmon, which is grilled to perfection and served over a bed of rice, as it comes highly recommended by many. All of this and more is what makes Waterman's Restaurant such a special place.

Waterman's Restaurant offers a waterfront DockBar on the ground level that hosts a comfortable open-air bar with music, dancing and great drinks. Pull up to Waterman's Restaurant via Waterman's Marina on your boat if you so desire. Your boating attire is acceptable and even encouraged.

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Deb

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Great service and delicious food! Always have a wonderful meal at Waterman’s!

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Willie G’s Seafood & Steakhouse - Galveston

4.7

4.7 (1813)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Recognized nationally as one of the top upscale seafood restaurants, Willie G's® is known for providing the finest and freshest seafood, succulent steaks and unsurpassed service. Located on Pier 21, Willie G’s is Galveston’s most popular seafood destination with waterfront dining.

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RobertVIP

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Very enjoyable meal. Robert was friendly, informative, and an amazing server. The location was busy but relatively quiet considering. This was a random selection for a pre-vacation dinner and we were extremely pleased.

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Monarch at Grand Galvez

4.6

4.6 (405)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

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)

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Betsy

Dined 3 days ago

This was the second time I treated my staff to the Monarch for Christmas, and we all enjoy the great food and gorgeous Christmas Decorations. Thank you for providing such a great atmosphere and dining experience for us!

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Shrimp and Grits

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Fisherman's Wharf

4.5

4.5 (1256)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

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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martinVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Meal was good but not great….service from Ally was Outstanding.

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Fisherman's Wharf Fried Seafood Platter

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Mini Crab Cakes

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Landry’s Prime Seafood & Steaks – San Luis

4.4

4.4 (1365)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

A Galveston Island mainstay since 1994, Landry's has unveiled a fresh, modern look, where true flavors of Gulf Coast tradition are all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood and steaks. The all-new Landry's Prime Seafood & Steaks is located in front of the famous Seawall in Galveston, Texas next to the San Luis Resort, Spa and Convention Center. Landry's Prime is a waterfront getaway where you can dive into fresh flavors, unique table-side cocktails, happy hour, and spacious private rooms - all fit for any occasion for you and your family to enjoy in Galveston. You'll do enough tasting, laughing and living for an entire lifetime.

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Stephen

Dined 2 days ago

Clearly one of the best Landry’s restaurants for service, food expertise and all round customer appreciation. Thank you made my birthday so special.

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