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Exciting news ! 🍽️✨ We are now open and thrilled to introduce our new Executive Chef, Eric! With 25 years of experience in Southern American cuisine with Mediterranean influences, Chef Eric brings a unique flair to every dish! Indulge in flavors that delight the senses. Your table awaits! Stay tuned for upcoming dates for our Chef’s Table Dinner Events and our Wine & Whiskey Pairing. Plus, visit our market to grab snacks before heading to the beach.
For parties larger than 15 guests, we require one of our venues to be booked. The Porch Cafe has a range of options for small private events to weddings. Please visit our website for information about booking your next special event or contact events@porchcafe.com
Mint Salsa Verde, Pistachios, Pickled Peppers, Feta
Fried Calamari$18.00
Fried Calamari, Pepperoncino, House Marinara
Crab and Redfish Ceviche$18.00
Watermelon Lime Vinaigrette, Serrano Peppers and Citrus
Mussels$20.00
Mussels, Lemon Aioli, White Wine Butter, Fries
Crab Cake$25.00
Crab, Salmon, Shrimp, Peach, Citrus, Fennel
Salads
Watermelon Arugula$15.00
Mint Salsa Verde, Pistachios, Pickled Peppers
Hearts of Romaine Caesar$15.00
Hearts of Romaine, Caesar, White Anchovy, Crouton Crumble, Grana Padano
Grilled Chicken$10.00
Grilled Shrimp$10.00
Wedge$16.00
Iceberg, Cherry Heirloom Tomatoes, Nueske’s Bacon, Green Onions, Blue Cheese Green Goddess Dressing
Grilled Chicken$10.00
Grilled Shrimp$10.00
Soups
Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder with Chives and Crème Fraiche
Small$7.00
Large$15.00
Gumbo
Chicken & Sausage Gumbo w/ White Rice
Small$8.00
Large$16.00
Seafood$14.00
Bouillabaisse
Shrimp, Mussels, Clams in Tomato Saffron Broth
Small$9.00
Large$18.00
What 882 people are saying
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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value
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Galveston
Best Service
Galveston
Best Ambiance
Galveston
Great for brunch
Galveston
Neighborhood gem
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Porch Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with "exemplary service" and "excellent food." Guests appreciate the "light and airy" atmosphere and "beautifully plated" dishes. Despite some inconsistencies, the "new chef is providing excellent food." Highlights include seafood, pasta, and the "best on the island" crab cakes. A "highly recommended" spot for brunch or dinner.
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Ann
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Amazing Sunday morning! Beautiful beach atmosphere. Food outstanding! Great service from Nadia! Can’t wait to go back!
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Stephanie VIP
Houston27 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The service was outstanding. The waiters did an amazing job considering there were a number of large groups. Drink orders were filled quickly. Food was hot and very tasty. We all enjoyed what we ordered, both seafood and pasta dishes. It was a very nice evening and we will definitely return soon.
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David VIP
Houston198 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Avocado toast excellent. Also very good salad, grilled shrimp, scrambled eggs, French fries. Service good too.
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Pamela VIP
New York City261 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
What a lovely afternoon at the Porch! We arrived as a group of 6 and were seated promptly. Dalton provided excellent service, taking our food orders and answering questions. Every item was cooked perfectly and plated beautifully. We all enjoyed the experience start to finish. We will definitely return and bring friends with us.
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David VIP
Houston198 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Chopped salad and Caesar salad were both very good. Snapper Pontchartrain and the rice that come with it were excellent. Crab cake was good but not as good as it used to be. Disappointed that you don’t have decaf coffee.
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Karen VIP
Tahoe / Reno Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
What a jewel. A light and airy restaurant with excellent food & exemplary service!
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Danna
Vancouver4 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 3
Ambience 3
Was led to believe they had an Easter brunch or at least something more special.
French toast was a bit soggy.
The patio was humid and view wasn’t worth sitting there.
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Mary VIP
Houston19 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Arrived earlier than our reservation, they were very accommodating and helpful. Carson our server was fantastic!
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chelsie
Minneapolis - St. Paul5 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Sat a nice table and enjoyed the ambiance. I only gave 4 stars because I ordered a sangria, was brought the drink and told they forgot how to make it and can't find a recipe. He gave me one to try which was not great and definitely tasted like a mix of white wine and orange juice. Either way, the food was great, the location is even better.
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AmateurFoodCritic VIP
Houston100 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Highly recommend. A bit off the tourist area but a pleasant alternative to the usual crowds. Food and service has always been exemplary.
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FAQs
Porch Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 882 OpenTable diners.
Porch Cafe does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
For parties larger than 15 guests, we require one of our venues to be booked. The Porch Cafe has a range of options for small private events to weddings. Please visit our website for information about booking your next special event or contact events@porchcafe.com
Private party contact
Angie Figueroa: (409) 762-0808
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