When I was younger, my parents took me to Hey Mikey's for the first time while we were at The…read moreStrand, right when it first opened, and I got a behemoth of an ice cream cone. I got a t-shirt too that I wore for years until it was ultimately retired. I actually wrote a Yelp review about it that I deleted. In it, I said "The smell of the waffle cones filled the place with smiles and enjoyment. I knew I wanted a waffle cone." What a terrible critic. He will never be Yelp Elite. I haven't been back to Hey Mikey's since then, just because I haven't really been back to Galveston in some time, but my memories of the unique ice cream flavors and toppings remained. Heading back to Galveston for a cruise, I wanted to try and make a stop there again for nostalgia's sake. Instead of heading to the Airbnb, my girlfriend and I drove straight to Hey Mikey's as our first stop in Galveston. We got there around 8:45 pm, which was 15 minutes before they closed (our fault). This is no diss to Hey Mikey's, but almost everything else on The Strand on a Thursday night closes way too early, so it felt like everyone was at Hey Mikey's. The line was extensive in front of us and behind us even after it closed. After waiting through the line for quite some time, I got a waffle cone with their cereal milk ice cream, which had Fruity Pebbles in it, topped with Lucky Charms. They gave it to me with a temperature-changing plastic spoon that turned from yellow to purple when cold. The ice cream was sensational. What an incredible flavor. The only downside was the waffle cone being a little stale, but I fault that to it being a waffle cone ordered right at closing time. The next night, I returned with my cousins and ordered a cup of cereal milk ice cream with Cocoa Puffs as the topping instead. Fantastic stuff. Once again, being there too close to closing meant we had to wait, and we didn't get our ice cream until 9:30, a full 30 minutes after they closed. It was nice that they still served us though! One thing I did notice, which I don't know if it's a normal thing, is that since Hey Mikey's is the only ice cream shop open past 8 o'clock on most weeknights, they seem to get a lot of foot traffic after that time. Their menu is pretty large in its offerings. If it were just scoops of ice cream, the line would move fast, but so many people were ordering shakes, which are a lot more labor-intensive and removed a staff member from their assembly line to focus on the shake. I don't have any advice on how they could easily move the line in the later hours of the night, but man, those kids are working their butts off for everyone to get their late-night sweet treat. Hey Mikey's, you are just as good as I remember.

Worth the wait! A small business that makes home made ice cream with a variety of flavors and…read morecombinations to choose from. There a few tables inside the establishment and it was quite packed with a line, however service went pretty fast. From the traditional chocolate and vanilla to Americas colors, and Salted Carmel, lots to choose from shakes, bowls and a banana split. I had the double scoop Nutter Butter and Salted Carmel and the misses had a Brownie Sundae. If you're in Galveston, check it out. If you're a fan of cooling off inside, you can do that to to enjoy the ambiance.

The Milk Bar is a local establishment. There is some parking available. The ordering area is pretty…read moretight but the employees were very friendly and helpful. We all enjoyed our ice cream! Downstairs is a cute seating area. Be sure to also go upstairs to check out the art gallery! We would definitely visit again!

I walked in on a very rainy day to see this place. I've been to milk bar locations all over, but…read morethis is apparently not the same brand. It seemed really dark inside upon entry. It felt kind of cluttered. I expect they must have a patio setup on nicer days, but on this day all that equipment was taking up all the space right inside the front entrance. I'm not much on sweets. I can be talked into an interesting cookie, but this was not the place I expected and I don't think they sold cookies or interesting milk flavors from what I could tell. They do sell sketchy looking hot dogs and pizza. I'm not sure who orders that. It seems like they specialize in ice cream. I tried one flavor and it was pretty sweet for me. I'm not much on sweets so that's not hard to do for me. I stood around letting my wife pick her flavor. I would have waited outside given how cramped the space felt, but it was pouring rain. My wife mentioned the place has artwork and stuff. I didn't see that and didn't know to expect it. I also heard there is a wine bar somewhere on the premise. I may have to come back and give that a try.

When you walk into the place, the first thing you see is a stunning display of chocolate covered…read moreapples in a well lit case. Once you ascend a small staircase, you'll see some popcorn gift items to the right and a dozen choices of ice cream along with a great assortment of chocolates in the cases. They do have a menu with the prices hanging in the corner. If you're a chocolate afficianado or if it's just a personal weakness, this should be on your must visit list. Seven photos and a video to get you through the door.

The service was slow,but good he kept walking away as we were speaking..weird right? The food was…read moregood,very chill vibes inside of the store I like the design it smelled good

Old Moon Deli was fantastic to work with for a catered event at my workplace. They made the whole…read moreprocess easy from start to finish -- communication over email was simple, pickup was a breeze, and paying through an emailed invoice was quick and convenient. The sandwiches were absolutely delicious. I was also very impressed that they prepared the gluten-free sandwiches in separate containers from the rest of the order. That extra level of care really stood out. I highly recommend Old Moon Deli for anything from a single sandwich to catering for 30 people. They're great.

I guess I may be the odd one out when it comes to Old Moon Deli. We visited based on the Yelp…read morereviews, which are very clearly positive, so I was expecting a really great experience. I ordered the B Major, and unfortunately I didn't enjoy it. My main issue was the meat--it tasted low quality to me, and the texture was off. There was a good amount of it, but overall it just didn't work for me and I ended up not really finishing the sandwich. Based on my order alone, I would rate it around 3 stars. My husband ordered the Reuben and, on the other hand, he really enjoyed his and had no complaints, which is part of why I've given a slightly higher overall rating. The service and atmosphere were fine, but based on my experience with the food, I personally wouldn't return. There are just too many other places on our list to try, and this one didn't stand out enough for me to revisit. review edit- response to establishment- I didn't bring my concerns to anyone's attention at the time because this was a to-go order, and I ate it in the car after leaving. I feel that a 4-star review is more than fair based on my personal experience. My comments were simply honest feedback about what I ordered and are intended to reflect my individual experience.

The Holly Specialty Latte....simply amazing. Great taste, wonderful customer service. Stop by when…read moreyou visit Galveston. Well worth it.

Mod Coffeehouse is a must go to every time I come down and visit Mom on the island! My favorite…read morecoffee is the hummingbird which has lavender, raspberry, and coconut but they have plenty more unique coffees to choose from. The vibes are totally cool and laid back with board games to play with in the side room. Cool local art is usually on the walls that is for purchase and even more awesome is the murals across the street to view while eating on the pasto area outside or walk across and pose with them like we like to do! It stays pretty busy but the coffees come out fast so no complaints about the service. My mom and daughter are obsessed with the coffee cake and be careful cause often they run out or if you're too early they aren't ready yet to be served! But I personally love the peanut butter bars!

Long wait but great ice cream. Some other patrons colored this while waiting. Great for kids and…read moreadults that like ice cream.

The Cordray's are known for their renos all over Galveston and rightfully so. Their work is…read moreimpeccable and that would include their "drug store". The original store was once ran by Michael Cordray's family a century ago. I think it was his great grandfather's brother. Nonetheless, it's now an amazing ice cream shop with all the vintage feels to it. I should specify that it's a rolled ice cream shop and the perfect treat after a day at the beach or a stroll through town. Lots of mix-ins to choose from to help make your rolled ice cream treat as delicious and unqiue as you are.

Everything was fresh and delicious, I had the berry pancake with maple syrup (I asked them to warm…read moreit for me), I also had something called the little breakfast plate and the appetizer with the 3 different fresh bakery items (croissant, blueberry muffins and a buttermilk biscuit with strawberry butter). It was all yummy . Will definitely be back when I come to Galveston again! The service was amazing and they were all so polite and on top of it from the moment you walk in, to when you leave.

We stayed nearby on a Galveston trip and ended up here twice because once just wasn't enough. The…read moreservers were friendly, quick, and dialed‑in. The dining room is bright and adorable, decked out with watercolor art that makes you want to linger. The grilled cinnamon roll was sticky, melty, and worth every bite. My daughter loved the croissants. We tried a little bit of everything -- barbacoa omelet, French toast, breakfast fajitas, soup, carne guisada -- and every plate was a winner. Bonus: the mimosa is basically a mason‑jar commitment.

I went to the Bridal Expo and thought I found a cake…read more I really wanted to love this experience because the cake itself was genuinely good--flavorful, well-made, and clearly crafted with skill. Unfortunately, everything surrounding the service left a very bad impression. I was charged for a consultation, which I agreed to in good faith, expecting professionalism and follow-up. However, I had to repeatedly reach out, and even then, responses were inconsistent or nonexistent. Being charged upfront without receiving the expected level of service feels misleading and unprofessional. On top of that, there were interactions that gave off uncomfortable and concerning vibes. It's difficult to ignore behavior that comes across as dismissive or biased, and it significantly impacted my overall experience. Everyone deserves to feel respected and valued as a customer. It's disappointing because the product itself shows real talent, but customer service and professionalism matter just as much. I hope the business takes feedback seriously and improves how they interact with clients in the future.

This baker ghosted me after giving her a deposit…read more I ordered my wedding cake from Rosalee Cakes. I gave her a $50 deposit and had a cake tasting I provided the flavors for the cake. When I was about 6 weeks out from my wedding I contacted the owner to touch base, finalize the order and make final payment. I received a text saying she would call me later that day and I never received a call back. I called and text several times with no return calls. I finally had to get another baker to guarantee a cake for my wedding. I am out my deposit and never received a call back. Do not use this baker. She is unprofessional and discourteous.