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Miller's Seawall Grill

Restaurant · 1824 Seawall Boulevard

Miller's Seawall Grill serves fresh seafood, breakfast, and other dining options in Galveston, Texas, from its address at 1824 Seawall Blvd. The menu features traditional American breakfast favorites like French toast,…

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Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant

Restaurant · 628 Seawall Boulevard

Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant in Galveston, Texas, has been serving Italian cuisine for over half a century, with hand-tossed pizza and traditional family recipes made with fresh, authentic ingredients. The menu…

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Rudy & Paco Restaurant and Bar

Restaurant · 2028 Postoffice Street

Rudy & Paco Restaurant and Bar in Galveston, Texas, provides a dining experience with grilled seafood and steak featuring a South and Central American flavor profile. The restaurant's proximity to The Grand 1894 Opera…

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The Garden Thai Cuisine

Restaurant · 216 Tremont (23rd) Street

The Garden Thai Cuisine in Galveston, Texas, serves Thai dishes and breakfast items. Tom Yum, Pad Thai, and Thai Street Ka-Pow are popular choices, and the menu also includes appetizers like Garden's Sampler, which…

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Yamato

Restaurant · 2104 61st Street

Yamato is a restaurant on 2104 61st Street in Galveston.

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Rainforest Cafe

Restaurant · 5310 Seawall Boulevard

Rainforest Cafe is a restaurant on 5310 Seawall Boulevard in Galveston.

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Trattoria La Vigna

Restaurant · 412 20th Street

Trattoria La Vigna is a restaurant on 412 20th Street in Galveston.

(409) 497-4927

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Shucks Tavern & Oyster Bar

Restaurant · 414 21st St

Shucks Tavern & Oyster Bar is a restaurant on 414 21st St in Galveston.

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Number 13 Prime Steak and Seafood

Restaurant · 7809 Broadway Street

Number 13 Prime Steak and Seafood serves prime steaks and seafood on Offatts Bay in Pelican Rest Marina. Its terrace has craft cocktails, cigars, and marina views.

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Galveston Island Brewing

Restaurant · 8423 Stewart Road

Galveston Island Brewing is located on the west end of Galveston Island, near the beach. The business offers a range of food options, including appetizers, sandwiches, and pizzas, alongside its locally brewed beer.…

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Pedego Electric Bikes Galveston

Bicycle shop · 728 Seawall Blvd Ste B

Pedego Electric Bikes Galveston, a locally-owned store, operates at 4010 Broadway in Galveston, Texas, where electric bikes and e-bikes are available for sale and rent, along with expert local service and test rides.…

Bookstore

Then & Now Bookshop

Bookstore · 2118a Postoffice Street

Then & Now Bookshop is a bookstore on 2118a Postoffice Street in Galveston.

Clothing shop

Belle Lees on the Strand

Clothing shop · 2326 The Strand Ste 110

Belle Lees on the Strand is a clothing shop on 2326 The Strand Ste 110 in Galveston.

Florist

Knapp Flower Shop

Florist · 1122 45th St

Knapp Flower Shop is a florist on 1122 45th St in Galveston.

Furniture shop

StarFine Furniture & Mattress

Furniture shop · 3727 Broadway Avenue J

StarFine Furniture & Mattress is a family-owned furniture and mattress store at 3727 Broadway Avenue J in Galveston. Shoppers can browse and try furniture in the store, which also offers custom orders and a free…

Gift shop

Amy Lane

Gift shop · 2029 The Strand

Amy Lane is a gift shop on 2029 The Strand in Galveston.

Grocery store

Gordon Restaurant Market

Grocery store · 2402 45th St

Gordon Restaurant Market is a grocery store on 2402 45th St in Galveston.

Jewelry shop

Generations Jewelers

Jewelry shop · 6207 Central City Blvd

Generations Jewelers is a jewelry store located in Galveston, Texas. The store offers various services, including custom jewelry design and repair. The store has a master jeweler on site and provides services such as…

Sporting goods shop

Southern Spears Surf Shop

Sporting goods shop · 6026 Seawall Boulevard Shop C

Southern Spears Surf Shop, on Seawall Boulevard in Galveston, Texas, carries surfboards from shapers in Australia and Texas, as well as surf clothing and equipment from local and global surf brands. Surfboards,…

Thrift shop

Silk Purse

Thrift shop · 1124 37th St

The Silk Purse is a non-profit thrift store located in Galveston, Texas, and is a ministry of Grace Episcopal Church. It offers a variety of high-quality, gently used merchandise, including clothing, household items,…

Toy shop

Play on The Strand

Toy shop · 2119 The Strand

Play on The Strand is a toy shop on 2119 The Strand in Galveston.

Bicycle shop

Island Bicycle Company

Bicycle shop · 1808 Seawall Blvd

Island Bicycle Company is a bicycle shop on 1808 Seawall Blvd in Galveston.

Bookstore

The Witchery

Bookstore · 2116 Postoffice St

The Witchery is a bookstore on 2116 Postoffice St in Galveston.

(409) 515-0669

Clothing shop

Cruz Cortez Clothiers

Clothing shop · 2227 Postoffice St

Cruz Cortez Clothiers is a clothing shop on 2227 Postoffice St in Galveston.

Florist

Bennett Floral

Florist · 3914 Broadway Avenue J

Bennett Floral is a florist on 3914 Broadway Avenue J in Galveston.

Furniture shop

The Naked Mermaid

Furniture shop · 2113 Postoffice St

The Naked Mermaid is a furniture shop on 2113 Postoffice St in Galveston.

(409) 762-3300

Grocery store

Seven Seas Grocery

Grocery store · 17523 Termini-San Luis Pass Rd

Seven Seas Grocery is a grocery store on 17523 Termini-San Luis Pass Rd in Galveston.

Art gallery

Galveston Arts Center

Art gallery · 2127 The Strand

Galveston Arts Center is a art gallery on 2127 The Strand in Galveston.

(409) 763-2403

Art gallery

Mamady's Primitive Art From

Art gallery · 2211 The Strand

Mamady's Primitive Art From is a art gallery on 2211 The Strand in Galveston.

(409) 621-5855

Art gallery

The Studio Experience Gallery and Fine Art Printers

Art gallery · 2327 Winnie St

The Studio Experience Art Gallery and Fine Art Printing is a unique gallery in Galveston, Texas, featuring an eclectic collection of art, antiques, memorabilia, and collectibles. The gallery offers fine art scanning…

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Fossil galaxy

Art gallery · 2208 Postoffice St

Fossil Galaxy specializes in fossils and minerals, with a long history of buying and selling these items, focusing on high-quality specimens in Galveston, Texas. Rare, museum-quality fossils are available, which can…

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Galveston Arts Center

Art gallery · 2127 The Strand

Galveston Arts Center is a art gallery on 2127 The Strand in Galveston.

(409) 763-2403

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  • Yamato

    Yamato is a restaurant on 2104 61st Street in Galveston.

  • Rainforest Cafe

    Rainforest Cafe is a restaurant on 5310 Seawall Boulevard in Galveston.

  • Trattoria La Vigna

    Trattoria La Vigna is a restaurant on 412 20th Street in Galveston.

  • Shucks Tavern & Oyster Bar

    Shucks Tavern & Oyster Bar is a restaurant on 414 21st St in Galveston.

  • Number 13 Prime Steak and Seafood

    Number 13 Prime Steak and Seafood serves prime steaks and seafood on Offatts Bay in Pelican Rest Marina. Its terrace has craft cocktails, cigars, and marina views.

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Pedego Electric Bikes Galveston

Bicycle shop · 728 Seawall Blvd Ste B

Pedego Electric Bikes Galveston, a locally-owned store, operates at 4010 Broadway in Galveston, Texas, where electric bikes and e-bikes are available for sale and rent, along with expert local service and test rides.…

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Then & Now Bookshop

Bookstore · 2118a Postoffice Street

Then & Now Bookshop is a bookstore on 2118a Postoffice Street in Galveston.

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Belle Lees on the Strand

Clothing shop · 2326 The Strand Ste 110

Belle Lees on the Strand is a clothing shop on 2326 The Strand Ste 110 in Galveston.

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