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A photo of Rudy & Paco Restaurant & Bar restaurant
1. Rudy & Paco Restaurant & Bar
4.9
Exceptional(3951)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 12 times today
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 FamilyLunch - Street parking is available, pay at parking meter or by AppDinner - 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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2. Vargas Cut & Catch
4.9
Exceptional(1278)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Galveston
Booked 6 times today
Located in the heart of Galveston's historic downtown district, Vargas Cut and Catch is a contemporary Steak House serving USDA Prime Steaks and the Freshest Seafood available. We look forward to serving you soon!!Sincerely, Paco Vargas and familyStreet parking is complimentary after 6:00pm
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3. Fisherman's Wharf
4.6
Exceptional(1247)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 21 times today
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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4. Hearsay on The Strand - Galveston
4.7
Exceptional(1484)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galveston
Booked 30 times today
Located on Historic Galveston Island, our On The Strand location offers an evocative ambiance perfect for unforgettable dining experiences, featuring creative American cuisine and handcrafted artisan cocktails. This coastal resort city boasts top attractions and distinctive museums, providing visitors with truly unique experiences.
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5. Riondo's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(1111)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Galveston
Booked 14 times today
Riondo's serves a casual lunch and upscale dinner with unmatched hospitality on the strand in Galveston. Riondo's also provides a private banquet room for rehearsal dinners, small weddings and all your special occasion needs. Chef Rico provides housemade pastas, mozzarella cheese, artisan breads and Gulf Coast Fresh Seafood, Wagyu beef and local farm to market produce from Moon Dog farms. Located in the historical Strand District in Galveston, come enjoy a romantic night at Riondos.
A photo of Willie G’s Seafood & Steakhouse - Galveston restaurant
6. Willie G’s Seafood & Steakhouse - Galveston
4.6
Exceptional(1807)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 13 times today
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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7. Saltwater Grill
4.6
Exceptional(2214)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 6 times today
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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8. Katie's Seafood House
4.7
Exceptional(2622)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 39 times today
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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9. Gaido's Seafood Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8801)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galveston
Booked 50 times today
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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10. Trattoria la Vigna
4.8
Exceptional(1501)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Galveston
Booked 18 times today
Trattoria La Vigna is your very own little slice of Italy in Downtown Galveston. We offer delicious lunch specials, fresh pasta made daily, homemade desserts, and much more! ​

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  • Carl
    Houston •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    After waiting around 15mins for our drinks to arrive and not getting the drink order correct our visit didn’t start well. But an intervention from the manager, Kyle, changed our experience and we really enjoyed the rest of our night. The food was outstanding and the service was eventually excellent. Would definitely go back again.
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    Hearsay on The Strand - GalvestonPrice: Moderate• American• Galveston
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    4.7
  • Robertvip
    Houston •67 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Rudy & Paco’s is our special occasion “go to” Galveston restaurant. Yet this trip exceeded even our usual high expectations. Great food, quality service led by our Server, Jose’, quiet tasteful ambience. We were initially slightly disappointed that Paco was taking a well deserved day off, but the Maitre d’ filled in ably. It was truly a special occasion, my 80th birthday.
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    Rudy & Paco Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Galveston
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    4.9
  • Michaelvip
    San Antonio •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    One of the best in the state. Food, service, ambience all excellent. Even though we travelled from Kerrville to Lake Jackson to see friends, we made the additional drive to Galveston with our daughter for the chance to eat at Vargas.
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    Vargas Cut & CatchPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Galveston
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    4.9
  • OpenTable Dinervip
    Houston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 20, 2024
    Fantastic night! Soup was awesome! They make their own sausage for reference. Baby Bella’s was amazing! Gnocchi is always a winner and the bread was delightful! From our servers Eric and Chance to our bartender Reuben. It was a perfect evening with friends and great food! Love this place
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    Riondo's RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Galveston
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    4.9
  • Susanvip
    Dallas - Fort Worth •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 14, 2024
    Food and service was excellent! We all enjoyed our meals and experience. We just wished the lighting was a little softer for such a fancy restaurant it was so bright.
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    Willie G’s Seafood & Steakhouse - GalvestonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Galveston
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    4.6

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