Why 5 stars? Because it will be hard to come to Galveston again without stopping here…read more --- --- --- In general, I find myself to be more disappointed with Bagels than not. So when my wife suggested we make this our final stop before leaving town, I was just kind of along for the ride. It turns out, the ride was amazing. I was visiting NYC a few months earlier and went to a place that was wildly considered to have the best bagels in the city. They were perfectly fine but not really remarkable. But GBC served the kind of bagels we were still thinking about the next day. I think it was the softness that really separated them. Said softness was easier to detect from the snickerdoodle bagels we ordered with strawberry and honey butter cream cheese. Both were no doubt 5-stars. But for my "main course" was the Pelican Island, which was a hodgepodge of deliciousness all crammed betwixt two blueberry bagels. I really enjoyed it, but if I returned for a second visit, I would order something else only because there were like ten other things I wanted to try. By the way, I also enjoyed stealing a few bites of my wife's ham, egg and cheese bagel. Earlier I said "if I returned for a second visit", and I'd like to correct the record. We will 100% be returning for a second visit. We might even go as far as a visit here being an excuse for why we need to come back to Galveston a few months from now.

One of the best bagels I've had! The food was absolutely worth the trip, and I can definitely see…read morewhy this place stays so busy. Unfortunately, my first visit didn't start off well. I placed an online order for pickup, but when I arrived, I was told my order had already been picked up. Since I hadn't requested delivery, that obviously wasn't possible. Thankfully, a very kind employee at the other counter took the time to verify my order and got everything sorted out. What stood out to me was that I wasn't the only customer dealing with this issue. There were several people waiting on orders that had apparently already been picked up. It seems like the pickup process could use some improvements. I think adding clearer signage to direct guests and having one employee dedicated to managing the pickup area and traffic flow would make a huge difference. I also think staff should verify pickup orders with a confirmation code or order number before handing them out. I also paid extra for cold foam on my coffee, but I was simply told they were out. I wasn't offered a refund or a substitute. It's a small detail, but if customers are paying for an add-on, they should either receive it or be given another option. Overall, the bagels are excellent and absolutely the reason I'll come back. The staff was friendly despite how busy they were, but the pickup process and communication around unavailable items could definitely be improved to match the quality of the food.

I came with a friend for a girls' weekend from Friday to Sunday. I had stayed here before, but…read moredidn't get to spend much time enjoying the hotel itself so this trip was a completely different experience. This property is a remodeled motel that has been transformed into a really charming boutique hotel. They did an incredible job with the design and atmosphere. It feels trendy, relaxed, and unlike anywhere else in Galveston in my opinion. We arrived Friday night and had an amazing dinner at The Fancy. On Saturday, we spent the entire day at the pool enjoying drinks and appetizers, and on Sunday morning we grabbed breakfast tacos at the bar before heading back to Houston. From the moment we arrived, we received such a warm welcome from the staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Any questions we had or small issues that came up were answered and resolved right away which made the whole experience feel effortless! The service throughout our stay was great and the food and drinks were just as good. One thing we couldn't stop talking about was how comfortable the pillows were. We slept amazinggggg! We were in bed pretty early each night but we were woken up both nights by noise from neighboring rooms. It sounded like people coming in late and moving around. You can definitely hear doors opening and closing, cabinets shutting, and general hallway noise, etc. It wasn't a huge deal for me since I can usually fall back asleep easily but it's something worth mentioning for lighter sleepers. We stayed in a double queen balcony room which was spotless and had plenty of space for both of us. The balcony itself was a little awkward because it overlooks the pool area and since its a small hotel it felt like you were practically hanging out with everyone at the pool when you stepped outside. Next time I probably wouldn't pay extra for the balcony. The pool was clean, the atmosphere was great, and they played fun music all day. The only downside was drink service. Most of the time we had to go inside to order drinks ourselves. Someone did come take our order poolside once but it wasn't consistent. There was live music on the rooftop both Friday and Saturday night which was such a nice touch, especially around sunset. Parking was a little tricky because the hotel was busy when we arrived for the live music but we got lucky with a spot close by. The guy who checked us in let me know he would go out there and help me find a spot if I was not able to find one so although we didnt end up needing him, it was cool of him to offer. Overall, this hotel is so hip, cute, and unique. It honestly feels like you're not even in Texas. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and stylish place to stay in Galveston.

Alright ya'll, I'm about you give you a REAL review to help you make a decision on where to stay…read morewhile in Galveston. Hotel Lucine is cute, the service and employees are amazing, and food is pretty good! There are a few things to consider while staying here.. 1. The rooms close to the seawall have paper thin walls and it can be loud at night if you care about that 2. The pool is small (the pictures I saw were misleading on IG) no bar outside, but you do get poolside service drink and food 3. They do allow dogs here- in case that's not your thing 4. The bed was kind of stiff and uncomfortable, and TV's are really small in the room 5. My favorite part about the hotel is the rooftop and bands that play- such a vibe, good drinks and energy! I would def come back to see what bands play- when the sun sets and it's windy it's so nice! 6. The bars close at 11 on site- I was hoping it would at least stay open till midnight on a holiday night 7. The price of this hotel is expensive overall, it was higher than the St Luis for July 4, with that being said it wasn't worth the price overnight but def worth the visit for the rooftop band, drinks and food, employees and service! 8. The room at night is really hot- the ac is smaller and the window to the balcony will make the room hot - keep the curtains closed all day 9. The fish dip, "ceviche" dish were delicious! Get those to snack on! 10. We used the beach chairs on the beach from Lucine, no full bar, or food but hopefully soon. Also, it's a lot of greenery that needs to be cleaned up.. not fun to sit in grass on the beach.. Overall nice place, but I would not stay again over night at the price point I paid. I would def come back to eat/drink/listen to a band on the rooftop. I am giving the hotel 4 stars due to the employees and food. If I took Those options out- I would have given it a 3 stars review for the price point I paid.

A true local treasure! This place is very well managed, and you can tell a lot of care goes into…read morecreating a great experience. I loved the concept, and everything came together perfectly good food, good vibes, and good times. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area. It's the kind of place you'll want to come back to.

If you want to stand in line for 30 min while you wait for everyone in front of you to order you…read moreare in luck. After you finally order you get to try and find one of their dirty tables to sit at then wait way too long for terrible food. The food could not be more terrible, this is what they call biscuits and gravy and it tasted as bad as it looks, I think the best way to describe the color of the gravy is orange, which is weird. I had one bite of the biscuit and gravy and it was so bad that the stray cat that jumped on our table did not even want it, but it could have also been because of all the flies because the little fly fan at our table did not work but it also might have been from the constant smell from the sewer drain located right in the seating area. My wife had a chicken bagel egg sandwich- not good....all our food went in the trash. This is not a restaurant it is a disaster, do not believe the positive reviews.

Great place for breakfast or lunch and of course coffee. They also offer a variety of pastries to…read morechoose from. This morning I had to get a taste of their coffee cake (because it's one of my favorites) to go alongside my caramel macchiato which I've come to love thanks to my husband. I asked for extra caramel like I usually do but it could have used a bit more caramel. It wasn't sweet at all. The service was great! And so was the food. We also ordered two egg and cheese croissants. The egg is fried which I wasn't expecting but it actually tasted pretty good with the melted cheese. If you're looking for a coffee shop that offers a full menu of food such as burrito's, sandwiches, empanadas, and pancakes, you'll enjoy it here. There's plenty of seating to bring your laptop and get some work done. It's a popular spot so keep that in mind as the tables may all be taken.

Surrounded by smoke shops, cigar bars and the like, I was surprised to find a line half way out the…read moredoor of this "not so hidden" Galveston gem. Not to worry, from the merch to the pastry case, to the products from local artisans, there's plenty to discover while you wait. I personally visited the morning of the 5th of July, after all of the fourth of July dwellers sobered up and stopped in for some caffeine to fuel the drive home. That being said, I waited quite a while to order, which gave me time to explore the menu...well kind of. Their menu lives on a wall and can be difficult to read from a distance. Additionally, their specials are handwritten at the til. While I'd love a digital copy of their menu for instances like these, I did just fine after exploring various Yelp menu photos. I ended up with a Sabrina on ice, avocado toast, fruity pebbles rice krispy and chocolate chunk cookie. Fair warning, everything in the pastry case looks fresh and homemade, so prepare to treat yourself. Shoutout for their emphasis on vegan and gluten-free offerings. Visually the avocado toast had me worried, but everything bagel seasoning has a way of curing all wrongs, if those "wrongs" in question are bland food. I found myself happily gobbling it down after a few initially hesitant bites. The rice krispy was fine, and I'm looking forward to warming the cookie and reporting back. While I'll go for a more traditional coffee next time, I'll certainly be back. I'm hoping for a smile, greeting, or positive energy from the staff next go around. Fingers crossed.

If you are looking for a fun restaurant with amazing service and a friendly atmosphere, this is it!…read moreBeware, the portions are huge, so bring your appetite or share with someone! Ask for Danielle, by far one of the best waitresses we've had in a long time! Attentive, personable, full of personality and just a great waitress all the way around! We will for sure be back!

The ribs were amazing. I recommend the garlic mashed potatoes, corn casserole and the fried…read morezucchini. The service was amazing! Sara thanks again.