Truly, really disappointed. 3-11-2026 I loved the reviews of this place, and was so excited when I…read morefound a karaoke bar to go to for my birthday. I was with a small group (3 others excluding myself) and we'd arrived early, and granted it wasn't a busy weekend night, so we didn't expect it to be lively and hype, but the service almost immediately was just so poor. I tried making friendly conversation with the bartender but he was so stand off-ish right off the bat. Condescending and rude, and we all weren't sure why, so we sat outside for the rest of the time we were there. We asked for some other recommendations on where to go and said we'd be back when karaoke started, he recommended one that was nice, but when we returned, one of our friends in the group had gotten sick (drank too much) And although I'm aware, it's not good for bars to keep sick people in their location, it can cause issues for them and lead to them losing their job if they are assumed to be over serving, but the guy we had serving us, was so blatantly rude, and was insulting my friends "inability to control her liquor and know her limit " and continued to insult her. I explained once she finished up in the bathroom we would be on our way, and that we didn't want to stay, but I didn't think he'd want her throwing up all on the main rooms floor. He then insulted all of us, and gave us "3 minutes" to leave and walked off. We returned today (3-12-2026) to pick up a wallet that was left there by my friend, and were greeted by such nice people, I believe a manager of some sorts, said he hoped to have us back soon, and I wish I would have told him about the previous nights experience. I'm not saying I think this place is bad, and I don't think people should write this place off their to-do list, just beware of this specific employee I guess. Not exactly a good reflection on the place, and I wish I had a better experience, as I leave in a few days, and feel like I wasted all of my birthday night on such a poor experience. I guess all places are due to have good and bad nights, and I guess we caught them on a bad one. I don't think I'll be returning.

Let me preface by saying I'm a very patient person-- that being said I waited about 50 minutes for…read morea drink here. I attended Soundbar while visiting Galveston for a conference and was genuinely ready to have a nice time. The music was good for awhile, the atmosphere was fun and then I decided after 20 mins I was ready to cash in my drink ticket ... and the bartender never once looked at any of the 5 people trying to get her attention where I was standing. She was working hard, but completely ignoring an entire part of her section. The other bartender, who was also a manager, Matt was serving people left and right on the other side but we couldn't get nearly the same service. I got additional drink tickets from one of the conference hosts and it was a total waste as even the host watched and waited WITH US to also be served, and it took him 30 mins to get a drink. He said he was disappointed to bring his service to Sound Bar and I could see why. Eventually after standing in front of -who I thought might be the manager - John, the owner all this time, I asked if he was the manager and he said no, walked away and then when he came back he asked if I was having a good time and I couldn't lie, I wasn't, but I was still nice about the situation. He was able to get my friend service and she ordered two drinks since it was clear we wouldn't get any more in the night. Somehow I still didn't get served by the lady bartender so I went over to the middle of the bar, waited another 10 mins and finally walked right in front of the manager and got served. Again, I'm someone who's SUPER chill, but waiting 50 mins to even have ANY eye contact at all is beyond wild. After talking with several other people from the conference, they all had the same sentiments that they were ignored by the same bartender. I do appreciate the owner trying to be nice to my friend and asking if I was having an okay time, but I could pass on this place in the future.

My partner and I were in search of a pool table in Galveston on Super Bowl Sunday and found…read moreourselves at Island Pier Club. It is a small dive bar where everyone seems to be familiar with eachother and welcoming to everyone. Bret, the bartender was very friendly as were the patrons. We were so lucky to come on the very day where pool was free and food was being served for the game. I'm looking forward to returning!

Love this bar ! Welcoming, delicious drinks & great bartenders ! I highly recommend to anyone not…read morelooking for a tourist trap

This is my third time going to buckshot and I will be coming back again!! This place has a nice…read morevibe and it feels very safe and the atmosphere was fun! I love the bull & I'm glad they made it where you don't have to pay cash for it anymore. The drinks were good and didn't taste like they were poorly made in a rush! Bartenders were nice and so was the bouncer. Love this place.

I would NOT recommend this to an out of towner. If you are from Galveston and a local you will be…read morejust fine. If you are from out of town they will cut you off on your first drink. 0/10 would reccomend. Need better management.

Had a great time here with my boyfriend. Came for the drinks and stayed for the vibes. Would love…read moreto visit again soon!

Came across the coolest gay bar in Galveston Tx, I would've gotten more footage but these drinks…read morehad me lit af THE STAFF 10/10 THE ATMOSPHERE 10/10 THE DRINKS 10/10 THE PRICES 10/10 definitely will be returning my gf doesn't ever have a great time at bars and she absolutely loved it here Service: 10 Location: 10 Highlights: the drinks, fair prices, staff and environment Ambience: we went on a Thursday they were doing karaoke night and it was pretty cool but they played songs that I requested Waiting time: not long at all Hygiene: very clean bar and restroom Parking: you can pay for parking I think and also parking on Seawall or around the place but plenty of it

Hello everyone. I had a chance to try a shrimp Po boy at this lounge. It is a new look when it…read morecomes to the ambiance. It's very nice. The service here is nice and friendly. My Po Boy was very tasty, it had good flavor and was cooked just right. This is a very nice place to stop have a drink and get your eat on. Come try.

Pay Cash as you order each time, they will overcharge you. Clueless bar staff sit around messing…read morewith their phones will keep you waiting.

November 21, 2021 Night cap!…read more We came in about 10p...for 1 last BD drink. They had free pizza and a cheese tray. Excellent! Only a few customers were there...both were Santa's too! One (still in his red velvet pants and boots) he plays Santa at Moody Gardens and one who plays Santa at the RR museum...for "polar express!" Addy (Addison) was the bartender...she was soo nice. She bought me and my friends a lemon drop shot...soo tasty! We didn't order anything else to drink because we had already had enough and were tired...soo, we sipped on those shots and ate. A transient came in asking for food...Addy pointed him to the free pizza table. He took, he left. I I like the vibe here too...definitely a place a female can hang out at alone. Gave Addy $10 for her generosity. Support small businesses

Pretty clicky. Maybe a younger crowd than I'm used to. Did not have Budweiser stocked. Weird..but…read morenot an immediate no.​​

Took a while for the food but we'll worth the wait. Burgers were awesome. Amd the fries are…read moregreat. I had the hangover burger. Messy but so good.

Great food, great music, and lots of dancing. Perfect Saturday night spot in Galveston. We'll be…read moreback!

Great ride from Houston Airports to Galveston for a cruise. Owner drove us in his "karaoke" van…read more Very friendly, timely and a great tour guide. Stop at Buc ees on the way. Price was better than most other choices, combined with the service we'll choose Rock the Ride every time.

From the owner: We provide Airport Transfers, Hotel Shuttle Services, and VIP Transportation to and around the…read moreGalveston / Houston / Clear Lake / Kemah area. Call to reserve a ride in our signature Karaoke Party Van. Strobe Lights, Laser Lights, Smoke Machines, “Air Guitar”, “Air Piano”, “Air Horns”. Play real cowbell, real tambourine as you sing along with our real microphone to words on our tablet screen while wearing disco shades.

Awesome place very cheap great customer service very nice people and know how to run a business I…read morehighly recommend this place over top golf just a great place in general

Brought our boys here to kill some time. The bar was great but the reason we came (golf) was not…read moregood at all. We didn't have clubs with us so used theirs. There was only 1 driver in the entire place and the head fell off on the 4th swing. Bummer!! Wish they would put some more money into the golfing part bc this place could he badass! Some shade outside would also be great. Bar: Sweet bartender, free pool, good music and lots beer options. (Lots of local beers). Beers were so cheap!! Came during happy hour but it was still super cheap! Will be back bc it gives the kids something to do and the beers were cold and cheap. Hope it's a better golfing experience next trip.

It's where the locals go and hang out. Dive bar with class…read more Bring your ID because if Catfish doesn't know you then you'll be carded even if you're 78 years old. Been quite a few times. Im working out in my mind how I'll make it a staple. FRee bar pool on Sundays. Video game and nice jams too. Clean and safe. Id bring anyone here. It's also one of the few places on the island open when others close. Holidays. Etc. Easy access from street parking right out side or a quick walk on all the visits Ive made.

Great service (IYKYK ), quality cocktails, made some great new friends and found our new hangout on…read morethe island! Catfish is the BEST!!