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Saltwater Grill, Galveston, TX
Saltwater Grill, Galveston, TX
Saltwater Grill, Galveston, TX
Saltwater Grill, Galveston, TX
Saltwater Grill, Galveston, TX

Saltwater Grill

4.6 (2269)
$30 and under
Seafood
2017 Post Office Street, Galveston, TX 77550

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Megan Walker
  • Catering
    The Saltwater Grill has a full catering department with many concepts around town to choose from.
  • Private party facilities
    Large parties are always welcome. We have a private room available for up to 16 people with other quiet areas in the restaurant available for larger groups.
  • Neighborhood
    Galveston
  • Cross street
    21st Street
  • Parking details
    The Saltwater Grill provides its own private, covered lot behind the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,269 people are saying

Saltwater Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Galveston

    Hot spot

  • Galveston

    Neighborhood gem

  • Galveston

    Lively

  • Galveston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saltwater Grill in Galveston shines with its "phenomenal experience" and "delicious and consistent" food, especially the seafood. Guests love its proximity to the Opera House and commend the "very friendly server" and "excellent service." Despite occasional noise, the "wonderful dining experience" and flavorful dishes keep diners returning.
2,269 Reviews
  1. Nancy VIP

    Houston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very wonderful seafood. Our party had grouper, redfish, and gumbo. And salads. Very friendly server. I recommend this place.

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  2. Kate

    Dallas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a phenomenal experience. We are locals and it is one of our favorites to eat and recommend for visitors

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  3. Colby Weems

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Julie is a fantastic server!!! Food and cocktails were great

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  4. jessica

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This wasn’t just the best meal we’ve had in Galveston, it was the best meal by a measure of 2-3x. Loved it.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and presentation, top service and easy to reserve a table on the open table app. One of the best places in Galveston.

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  6. Sarah

    Houston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our food was good. The waiter was such a joy. He was funny with a good attitude. It is loud in the restaurant but we enjoyed our experience.

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  7. Kerry

    Houston66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience, from the warm greeting at the front door, excellent bartender and our server, David, the best!

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  8. Kat VIP

    Austin60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best service I have had here and the Crab cake was delicious. It was packed last night because of show at Opera House across the street, so it was louder than it has been previous times I have dined here.

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  9. Katharine

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Extremely noisy but good vibes…Excellent service… Apple cider salad excellent.. Caesar salad’s dressing tasteless .. good crème brûlée..

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  10. Dani

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful dining experience. Food is delicious and consistent. Service is very personal.

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FAQs

Saltwater Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (409) 762-3474.

Saltwater Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 2269 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2017 Post Office Street, Galveston, TX 77550

Additional information

  • Cross street
    21st Street
  • Neighborhood
    Galveston
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The Saltwater Grill provides its own private, covered lot behind the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Megan Walker
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    The Saltwater Grill has a full catering department with many concepts around town to choose from.
  • Private party facilities
    Large parties are always welcome. We have a private room available for up to 16 people with other quiet areas in the restaurant available for larger groups.
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