Dine Through History With These Galveston Island Institutions
Galveston’s history lives on through its food, with iconic restaurants serving recipes, stories, and traditions rooted in coastal culture.
Pull up a chair at time-honored seafood spots and family-run diners where every dish reflects generations of Gulf Coast flavor. These local favorites offer more than a great meal. They serve a true taste of Galveston’s past and the people who shaped it.

Fisherman’s Wharf opened to the public in the 1940s as a shrimp and fish shipping center. Now you can dine on dozens of fresh fish and seafood options, including the iconic bacon-wrapped shrimp kisses, pastas, grilled meats and mouthwatering sides, all while sitting waterfront. The outside patio dining ensures the smells and sights of the sea are intermingled with diners’ delights