It's a very yummy excellent taste The service was fast and good checking on us now and then The ambiance was good the people were calm workers were jolly read more

Saw this place on TV and thought that I'd give it a try. Pretty cool place from a historical point of view. Loved the chocolate malt. Ordered the BLT. Nothing spectacular. It's dinner food. For the Historic value... I did buy a coffee mug which I love! Atmosphere 5/5 Service 4/5 Food 3/5 Drinks 5/5 4.25 read more

We've come to the Star Drug Store several times now. On this visit (much like the other visits), we were warmly greeted at the door and were advised to sit wherever we wanted to. We came for breakfast and left very full and satisfied! The food was so yummy and perfect to start our day. The other thing I like about the Star Drug Store is the history and all the decor to look at and buy. (See pics). Can't wait to go back again. read more

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Super cute historic drug store serving diner food. The staff was very hospitable and the food was solid. They also had an extensive souvenir / gift shop type selection of various items. read more

Star Drug Store - Kitchen - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

When my travels bring me to Galveston, the strand is always on list of places to visit. In the mood for something different, my daughter's friend recommended Star Drug Store. Sounded good to me, sign me up. After a brief search for parking, we hopped out and got in about an hour before closing time. This is one of those joints that serves breakfast and lunch, the closes. Noted for my next visit. We walked in and were greeted promptly and seated. This place gives off a general store with an old diner type vibe. I was digging it, feeling very nostalgic. The nice waitress took our drink order, and we perused the menu. With an hour left to close, I prompted my party not to take their sweet time. The menu has a lot of delicious looking breakfast items and some yummy sandwiches. In the mood for brunch, I focused on the breakfast portion, as did most of my party. All, with the exception of my wife ordered the French toast with bacon. I ordered my bacon crispy. The wife ordered a BLT of some sort. The food came in good time. We all got to work quickly on our plates so we fill our bellies, and let these nice folks go home. One of my kiddos complained their bacon was too crispy. Looking down at my bacon, it looked a little limp. I took a bite and my bacon was like rubber. Well crud. The waitress mixed the orders up. I could have just got their bacon, and they could get mine, but I do not like fingering someone else's food. That was on me, but if you do not like chewy bacon, ask them to make it crispy, and not mix it up. I started on my plate and woofed the French toast down. It was pretty good. I will admit I had higher hopes and it was a bit underwhelming. Tasted more of the griddle than I wanted it to. That being said, it still was pretty good. We all finished our plates, looked around the store briefly, paid, then were gone in a flash. Overall, not a bad experience. We will be back on one of our future trips to the strand. There were a lot of menu items that I would like to try. As I browsed at other entrees of other patrons as I walked out, I got a better idea of what to order next time. I would recommend Star Drug Store for sure. Enjoy! read more

Star Drug Store - French Toast - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

The food was good, the service was excellent and I loved the atmosphere. If you're in Galveston stop by. The banana split was amazing.

We were looking for a spot to eat lunch in Galveston & came upon Star Drug Store. It did not disappoint!! We sat at the bar, there was plenty of seating at the bar, tables inside, and patio outside. Tracy, our server, was excellent. She explained the menu & answered all our questions. She had a great personality and checked on us frequently. The ambience was iconic, like an old drug store/general store. Great vibe! Saw many customers ordering delicious shakes and ice cream sundaes. We were too full to order dessert!! I ordered the sandwich sampler, it was delicious. A crossaint split 3 ways with pimento cheese, tuna salad, and curry chicken salad, with side of yummy cole slaw! My husband had a grilled chicken sandwich with a Ceasar salad. Everything was great. They serve breakfast and lunch and close at 2:30 pm. There is also an upstairs where they sell memorabilia and we found a pink flamingo surfboard, we bought for our friends in Dallas! Awesome place!! read more

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I have been wanting to come here for some time now and finally made it today. Parking is metered on the street or if you go a couple of blocks north there is 2 hour free street parking. Outside it is charming with its outdoor signage including a Coca Cola sign. The interior has table seating on both sides of the famous horseshoe counter in the middle with bar stool seating at it. The interior decorations remind you of an old timey drug store diner but without the drug store part. I chose a table and ordered the hamburger with no cheese ($13.25) and had them add as a side their tomato soup for $3 more. The food arrived about 10 minutes. First of all, the 1/2 lb flame grilled beef patty with a nice slice of lettuce and tomato with some mayo on a soft bun was delicious. I added some ketchup and I thought several times how good this burger was. Next the soup is brothy and not creamy and has bacon, tomatoes and rye bread pieces as part of the content. It's different for sure but in a very good way. I would order it again. Also my table service was fast and friendly. The restaurant sells souvenirs along with other nick-nacks. Upstairs is a series of wall art also available for sale. Finally the bathroom was very clean. Only open for breakfast and lunch. I would like to come back for some of ice cream goodies. read more

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Super cute drug store diner vibe. Third party melt and turkey club was good. I had a Coke float mixed with root beer very good. Their egg cream probably wasn't one too remember. Worth stopping by for the experience. read more

Fun, old school environment. Very touristy, but that's expected for where it is. Service was friendly and accommodating. Food was good, but nothing spectacular. We had a variety of sandwiches and salads. read more

Star Drug Store -- May 23, 2026 Heard so much about this original 1886 gem it's time to give it a try. The black iron red upholstered swivel counter seats look ancient! Ok, too much so let's go with vintage. Yeah, that's the ticket! There seems to be an upstairs area wonderfully lit with all types of Americana & beach decor. That area use to have cots so druggists (pharmacists name decades ago) could monitor patrons who took medications sold to them. The marble rectangle counter called a "horseshoe" (it isn't) is the clue since it appears smallish by modern standards. The counter base tile. It may date to 1917. Great sweet OJ got me started & I recommend it! A tasty breakfast menu caught my attention so I ordered the Brkfst BLT w/Country Potatoes & a Scrambled Egg even though it was straight up noon! For me, Star has a morning feel to it & the 8:30am-2:30pm hours suggest as much. I it! Thejuice was first & served cold -- makes a difference. It was sweet sans pulp & just delicious! Hit the spot! The BLT was fabulous! Two huge crispy strips of bacon topped thick slices of ruby-red juicy along a cool bed of lettuce in between 2 toasted slices of wheat bread with a perfect spread of mayo on each. Nicely grilled cubed potatoes complimented the plate --YUM! Can't forget the scrambled egg. Not runny or too fluffy. Just right! Damn! This place doesn't miss! The Patty Melt & Club Sandwich are on my list. Any dish with eggs would be fabulous. Best eggs! BTW, Star DS is the oldest drug store in TEXAS! read more

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Step back in time at this charming little gem -- it's like walking into a 1950s milkshake shop straight out of a postcard! From the moment you walk in, you're wrapped in warm nostalgia, friendly smiles, and the comforting sizzle of a spotless grill. (Seriously -- you could drop a fry and still follow the five-second rule here with confidence!) The service? Top-notch. The food? Even better. The Raquel sandwich is a must-try -- absolutely phenomenal -- and the burgers are grilled to perfection, juicy, and seasoned just right. Add in the fair prices and fun, laid-back vibe, and you've got yourself a hidden treasure worth coming back to again and again. read more

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Whew, believe the hype!!!! A True Galveston Gem! As someone who lives for vintage charm and little slices of history, Star Drug Store is one of those superrrrr rare finds that feels like stepping back in time--in the best way possible tho! From the moment you walk in, or outside in our case haha- you're greeted with warmth, nostalgia, and that old-school diner energy that makes your heart smile. I visited during the week- I mean who doesn't love Galveston (one of my favorite places to reset and recharge), and I'm so glad I stopped here! Besides, it's been on my to do list! I ordered the pancakes and whewww--let me tell you, they were not playing around. Fluffy, golden, and HUGE--definitely enough to share (but I almost didn't want to ). Perfectly paired with fresh coffee and sweet service from a kind, attentive team. The tiled floor, the vintage soda fountain, the historic vibe--it all made my little history-loving soul so happy. You can just feel the stories in the walls. If you're ever in Galveston and want a place with heart, heritage, and hearty food, don't skip this spot. It's more than a meal--it's an experience. As far as service, the lady at the front - I believe she's the manager... was amazingggg. Patient and kind. Tho I wish my server was nicer or friendlier, or even gave us her name for that sake- I couldn't let her personality ruin the experience. I won't bother explaining her because I want you guys to not be bias when visiting. Go with an open heart. We're all human an all have bad days They close early, like at 2:30pm so make sure to get it innnnnn ! read more

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Star Drug is one of our favorite restaurant destinations when we're in Galveston! The inside is quaint and the menu is comforting. Their theme is over-the-top without being gimmicky. If you want a memorable breakfast or lunch spot, this is a must-try! read more

Star Drug Store - Soup & 1/2 Sandwich - Classic Club - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

We really enjoy going to Star Drug for breakfast on the mornings we board ships. Such a fun atmosphere! The portions are SO large, we split ine dish. Get there early (We get there a few minutes before it opens)! Always busy! Always yummy!!! read more

Star Drug Store - Get there early! - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Star drug store is so cute and classic! I loved the club on a croissant! The service was also terrific. I wandered upstairs for the first time and it was pretty cool I definitely recommend giving them a try! read more

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Absolutely wonderful experience here! We sat at the bar and enjoyed getting to watch everything get made. We were super impressed with the level of skill the cooks had and the speed they worked to get all of the orders cooked and keep the stations clean. We never had an empty glass thanks to everyone keeping an eye on our cups. The food itself was delicious! I had the French toast and it was like a custard and funnel cake combined into a fluffy cloud. Our order also had the Reuben that my 8 year old devoured with enthusiasm! For dessert, we got an assortment of pies, shakes, and sodas and couldn't have been happier! 10/10 will definitely come back! read more

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Love a cute old local place. Used to come here a lot when I lived in the same building The pricing is a little weird because it says extras are $2 but it's only for one extra item and then after that you pay a premium. Wish someone would have told me. I ended up paying close to $20 for the picture I have attached. Had I known I would have not opted to get all of it. Heads-up from the waitress would have been nice. It also took about 25 minutes to get our food and people who came after us got their food first. read more

Star Drug Store - The $18.50 breakfast - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

Always a great place to pick for breakfast and lunch. Easy location to walk to and can eat inside and out. Not the largest menu but has great options. The dill pickle potato's salad is for sure my favorite side and they also have great dessert. Give it a shot and go in next time you're on the island. read more

Star Drug Store - Bacon Avocado Turkey - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

Service was fast but food is mediocre. I would recommend this place for the ambiance and nostalgia. But other than that absolutely not! Burgers tasted like freezer burn definitely not worth $15 maybe $10 if that! Cesar salad was about the best thing. Patty melt was ok nothing that made it over the top it was missing flavor. Chicken sandwich was tiny for $18 not worth it. Overall come for the nostalgia and look around but skip the food. There are plenty of other places around that are worth that price that are fresh and not frozen! read more

So I walked in as a single sat next to a table of seven the waitress came to the table of seven at least five times and only one time did she come to my table we were sitting next to each other I ordered the Reuben with the coleslaw The coleslaw was the worst slaw I've ever had in my life and I love coleslaw. It had way too much vinegar in it, and it was not edible at all. The waiters explained to me that it was garlic slaw. It was not it was vinegar slaw. As far as the ribbon sandwich, let me say if you went to the store and bought sliced pastrami, put two slices on a piece of bread, literally and a couple tablespoons of sauerkraut with some thousand Island dressing on a cheap piece of rye bread that was probably from oral wheat or a store-bought brand. That is the explanation a total joke of a sandwich and it was $15 for the sandwich so disappointed I will never go back there again. I think it's a place for the tourist not the locals at all. read more

Been going to this Island Jewel since 2013. The only changes since then is that it just keeps getting better. Thanks to Natali , Nathan , Teresa and staff. Side note : I love the new potatoes. read more

Delicious food in an eclectic spot. Definitely worth a walk up stairs to see all of the songs, pictures and art.

Absolutely amazing the food was great the service was amazing the ambiance was 30s drug store and it was great

Great food and atmosphere. It is setup like an old diner where you sit around a rectangle shaped bar and they cook in the middle. I enjoy going here. read more

Went to try the breakfast for the first time. Basically you get one side and then upcharged for the other such as if you get potatoes then the bacon is an extra charge. Very expensive and not at all worth the money. When I made a comment their was no concern and we were basically ignored. We visit Galveston a lot but this place isn't worth out time or money. read more

Star Drug Store - Our check for breakfast - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

We went for the banana split, which is amazing! A young lady made it for us and she did a great job. Will come here every time we come to Galveston and next time we'll try some actual food. Love the stickers and little merch you can get. read more

Tasty food for a good price and good service. I would always recommend coming here. I love that they offer a half sandwich with soup or salad. Perfect option for a light lunch. Today I had the turkey bacon avocado but have also had the tuna and a few other sandwiches. The dill potato salad is fire; definitely don't miss it. They offer breakfast anytime they are open. The interior is full of history and nostalgia. A great place to take family or friends from out of town. read more

We stopped in for a late lunch. It was average food. It wasn't spectacular but it wasn't bad either. The kids menu was disappointing as they didn't have chicken tenders. My daughter is picky and that is a sure item she will eat. The pancakes were quite bland. I'd say it is a one and done experience for me. Besides that, service was nice. read more

Had breakfast at Star Drug Store in Galveston, TX, and was excited for some homestyle food. Overall, the food was good, with flavorful dishes at pretty low prices. The staff was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. If you like strong coffee, I'd recommend going with the chicory coffee--the regular brew was a bit weak for me. Overall, it's a nice spot with a cool vibe, good food, and friendly people in a great area. Definitely put this place on your list when you're in Galveston! read more

Star Drug Store - Chicory coffee served in a French press. - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

The Karen hosting this morning would not sit us because 3 people of our party of six was not present, they were 3 minutes away. A suitable table was available in site of us. As we waited Karen sat others, when our 3 members of our party arrived, Karen told was no tables were available and to wait outside in the heat. I do not recommend this place as long as she is hosting. Red frizzy hair and glasses. read more

Delicious meals in a fun atmosphere! We love coming here! And always excellent service.

I had a good lunch today. I have lived in Galveston for years and never been there. I got a cheeseburger with dill potatoes, then a banana split. It was all very good and the staff were nice. read more

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Food was okay more of an aesthetics place to eat at ,the French toast is good and service is great

Pleasant place with friendly service, but prices are definitely high even for an historic soda fountain. $12 for 1 egg, 2 slices of bacon or 2 sausage patties, a few tablespoons of hashbrowns or grits, 2 pieces of white or wheat toast, plus $3.50 for a cup of coffee = $15.50 + tax + tip. A very basic breakfast for almost $20. A family of 4-5 would easily face close to $100 for a simple breakfast meal. read more

Food - 3.5 star Service - 5 star We had the Bacon Avocado sandwich on croissant. We did not love the croissant (if you could call it that??) and because the tomatoes and avocado were cut in big slices, it fell apart really easily. It was okay but I wouldn't ever order it again. The service was great and everyone was friendly. read more

Star Drug Store - Bacon Avocado Sandwich - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

We love this place !!! Food is phenomenal Owners are sweet Staff is helpful Location is adorable feels like you're back in time --- We visited two days in a row to have their French toast ----yummmm read more

10 out of 10! We were there on a Saturday, short wait around noon. While we waited we checked out the upstairs and display cases through the restaurant. Plenty of interesting Nick nacks for sale/display. Overall really good vibe. The staff was very friendly. The food came out quick and hot, delicious too! Hard to come by quality dining experiences at a fair price, this place met and exceeded our expectations. My kids, of course, bought some candy before we left. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience here. The Philly cheesesteak was perf. read more

Star Drug Store - Philly cheesesteak, good portion and flavor. - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

The main draw to this restaurant is the history and the unique experience. The food isn't very good - it's most likely from a low rate bulk service and quickly put together. However, this is a very special spot in Galveston and still a must visit! Order a banana split from the counter and read their story to get transported back in time. read more

Star Drug Store - Grilled cheese - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Upon entering we were greeted by a friendly, elderly gentleman that provided us with menus and instructed us to seat where we liked. Our waitress was at our table in no time to get our order. While waiting for our lunch we had the pleasure of looking around at there delightful merchandise in glass cases. I got a club sandwich and my boyfriend ordered a patty melt. Both were delicious! The price was good too. The open kitchen is in the middle of the store/restaurant where you are able to watch your food being prepared. When paying for our food and items we were fortunate enough to get an interesting history lesson of the Star Drug Store from the same gentleman that provided our menus. This little charming retro drug store will be on our hit list when we return to Galveston. read more

Star Drug Store - Store front - Diners Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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