May 1st, 2026 It's…read morebeen years since I've been here but, Ms Quida has been posting on Facebook and it got me wanting to feed my soul Tonight I got fried fish, cornbread muffin, mac/cheese, rice/gravy and greens; everything tasty and delicious. The fish had good seasoning in it. Really liked the rice/gravy. Talked with Ms Quida, she's so nice Support local

I found this restaurant on the maps app and thought I'd give it a try…read more The staff were courteous and friendly and greeted me when I walked in. I placed my order and grabbed a 10lb bag of ice for $2 for my cooler in the car. The menu selections and sides were plentiful. I opted for the fish and shrimp combination plate with greens and black eyed peas. The dining room was clean and I noticed that it is available for private parties. One of the staff also mentioned that they host events like paint and sip and have a Thanksgiving buffet planned. They also have take out and delivery options. The food arrived hot and fresh. The shrimp was battered well and seasoned to perfection. The fish was a large portion and seasoning well. It was just a little salty, but that's a "me thing" because I don't use salt for health reasons so I notice it when I dine out. Again, the fish was seasoned well, just a bit salty for my personal taste. It will probably be fine for someone else. The price point was mid range. My total bill was $28.15 for the combination plate, ice, a bottle of water, and gratuity. Great restaurant with great staff. I'd definitely frequent often if I lived closer.

from start to finish I loved my experience here. we always have the hardest time finding good local…read morespots to eat on vacation but this place was better then expected. our waitress was so sweet and all our food was amazing and you could tell the fish and crab was fresh . everything was as made from scratch and the deserts were amazing! the Italian cream cake slice was the size of the plate and the best I've ever tasted! I will come back and eat here every time I come to Galveston . they also have the seating set up so no matter what table your at you can see the ocean which is very nice .

Food was excellent. Blackened Balsa fish was awesome! Only $17.99 for over 65. Came with baked…read morepotato and cole slaw. We started with 18 cold peel and eat shrimp! Wonderful! Husband had Gumbo and enjoyed it as well as the fried shrimp. Took home a slice of chocolate pecan brownie. Absolutely decadent! Food was served quickly. Server was fun and friendly!

Thin crust pizza, a rarity! The owner Jack was there to greet us, friendly bartender, lots of…read moresmiling faces & regulars. Pizza was fresh, delicious and reasonably priced compared to others in town. You get to pick your toppings from many selections. We've had their pizza often since we discovered them 5 years ago. 8/10/2025 Tonight we split the fried catfish dinner. Nice thin cornmeal batter, 4 pieces plus tots (substituted for fries), hush puppies and coleslaw. Plenty to split! Very light!!! Ok other than the tots. Love Jacks for their food! ! It's a smoky dive bar but the food is fantastic! We don't go in and hang, both of us being former smokers, but we love their food! I hear their green chicken enchiladas are amazing! Will report back. One note, prices are a little higher than the menus online, maybe by $5. Still very reasonable!!!

This is a comedic bar. It's not a place that I would recommend going to unless you're hungry and…read moreit's past 10:30 p.m. in Galveston, Texas. Otherwise, I'd stay the hell away from here. If you want to see an empty pool table, maybe play around. That's a reason to go. If you want some decent late-night food, it's not a chain. It's your only option. That's a reason to go. Again, outside of that, I highly recommend finding something better. But it is Texas, and there's jack shit for food. But this place is one of the few places left that still lets you smoke inside. So you know, different strokes for different folks.

Everything was amazing. Loved the atmosphere and the people. The Texas size cinnamon roll was mouth…read morewatering.

The chicken biscuit they have on the breakfast menu was so good.. and that's coming from someone…read morewho doesn't typically like biscuits. The place also has really cool decorations. Cool spot to visit when in Galveston! (also the tahini cold brew hit the spot! definitely get it if you enjoy a nutty texture/flavor)

Take out. Long wait. Needed more cooking for the wings. Homeless disruptive by the door and no…read morestaff was able to instruct the person to leave. Consoderably clean. At least they got the all flats right.

July 29, 2024…read more Ordered thru door dash. Got wings --- they were good [can't remember the name], but they were sweet The fries, however, were overcooked and mushy. I like overcooked if they're crunchy I'd order crispy wings next time, but they're probably won't be a next time because I'm just not that big on wings to begin with

Overall, we had a good experience and would come back. The service was good (attentive and polite)…read moreand it was a laid back fun atmosphere. The biggest issue was that everything we ordered was extremely salty. If the seasoning were dialed back a bit, the food would have been excellent. The portions were very generous. The muffuletta was huge and packed with flavor. The burger was also good, although it was so large and messy that it was a challenge to eat. The onion rings were perfectly cooked--crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Despite the saltiness, the quality of the food and the portion sizes made for an enjoyable meal.

I've never had such bland food in my life…read more Place was fairly busy. It's a Friday night so that makes sense. But there's only one server. I ordered the crawfish platter. It comes with etouffee and fried crawfish. There was no spice. No salt. The food tasted the same as the plain white rice that accompanied the etouffee. I'm not exaggerating when I say this was literally the least flavorful food I've *ever* had. Plain toast has more flavor. My husband ordered oysters and fried mushrooms. They brought out the mushrooms which were also flavorless. Extremely bland. No salt, no nothing. After 20 minutes we asked where the oysters were. They were never put through. We opted to just get the check and leave. The experience was already so disappointing that we weren't about to waste money on more of the same. Even my water came out warmer than room temperature. I have no idea how this place is in business honestly. There's so much competition out there and I'm sure they season their batter. I would never return here and absolutely wouldn't recommend it either. I can't find anything positive about our experience.

I came here for two things, the novelty of a pirate themed bar and Vietnamese coffee, however I…read morefound it to offer so much more! The food was astronomical, mark my words BEST PHO ON THE ISLAND, there I said it. The Pirate Seafood pho with chicken was dynamic with a flavor that I kept coming back for. It was like that scene in Ratatouille where the critic Anton Ego is at a loss for words. If there's one thing I know about Phos they usually take 3+ limes and a dollop of sriracha to make it taste right...but this? Perfect as is. Needs not a touch of anything more. My only regret not getting here sooner. Spike the owner, a loving man who cares about atmosphere, personalized service and taking care of your needs. He provided service as if you were sitting at the dinning room table of his own house. Show Spike and Pirate Island Bar & Grill some love, it's beachfront, quiet, and has a seat there just waiting for you.

This, as other Yelpers have noted, is not a fast food establishment. Everything is made to order…read moreand fresh. So, if you step in and it's a full house settle in and enjoy the experience! I eat here on a regular basis, Spike makes an amazing margarita with fresh squeezed juice. The pirate rolls, wings, Pad Thai with Grilled Pork (I prefer level 3 spicy because habenero keeps me humble), Banh Mi Sandwich and Vermicelli bowls are all on regular rotation. See you at the bar-but not on Tuesday, because they are closed.

December 2, 2025 Was…read morein the area and stopped in for my to-go dinner. Got a grilled cheese and 2 chili cheese (w/onions) hotdogs; both with tater tots--- both YUMMY I didn't ask what their health score was nor did I look before devouring the food but, let's hope it's better than last time (see photo)

One of the best bar grilled cheeses EVER. Plus the bartender here is outstanding. Drinks are well…read morepriced for a more touristy area and the bar itself is so welcoming, especially for newcomers. My husband and I spent several hours here chatting with the locals and we could've stayed even longer but had to catch a flight out of Houston. Definitely will be back for another bite and a round next time we're in Galveston!

Came here in July to grab dinner with some friends. I got the fried shrimp, my girlfriend got the…read morecoconut shrimp and our friend got the Cajun pasta. Everything was really good and the portions are huge. The coconut shrimp was so so good, like I wish I had ordered the same lol but the fried shrimp was good too! Plenty of fries and sauces as well. Our table was clean and the service was amazing! This is my 3rd visit and I always have a great time.

I came to this restaurant because I was told the food was amazing. When we arrived, it was very…read morebusy and extremely loud, which I understand can happen. Our waiter was decent, but my experience went downhill after I ordered the shrimp scampi. I specifically asked for no mushrooms, tomatoes, or spinach. When my meal arrived, it had extra mushrooms. I let the waiter know, and he apologized and had it remade. What disappointed me was that there was no effort to make up for the mistake. In many restaurants, when an order is incorrect and a customer has to wait while everyone else at the table is already eating, the staff will try to accommodate the inconvenience in some way. Instead, when my food finally came back, the shrimp was cold. At that point, I didn't complain again--I just ate a few bites. Afterward, we waited another 20-30 minutes for our check. When the waiter brought the card reader so I could pay, my daughter accidentally dropped one of her AirPods. While I was trying to help her pick it up and tap my card to pay, the waiter said, "Ma'am, please be careful with the machine. If anything happens to it, I have to replace it." I found that comment unnecessary and unprofessional, especially since I was simply helping my daughter while paying. Overall, the experience did not live up to the recommendations I received. Between the incorrect order, the long waits, the cold replacement meal, and the interaction at checkout, I left disappointed. Unfortunately, I won't be returning. I was still charged extra for the mushrooms I didn't ask for

Jackie was our server as we sat in bar and had a beautiful view. She was awesome and made sure my…read moredrink was made perfect by making it herself. Red fish spot on and Diablo shrimp soo good. Thanks for great dinner!!

Late night munchies hits "The Spot." This restaurant has a dining area with a view of the gulf…read more It's counter service, you order at the counter and they your bring food. It works well and the servers are attentive and numerous. We ordered the Diablo Grilled Shrimp, Onion Rings and a Rum Punch. My Diablo Grilled Shrimp were spicy but not overly hot. They were cooked perfectly with that crisp snap. Grilled vegetables were well seasoned and crisp, not grilled to death. The green chili rice burst with flavor and clumped together the way I love, not in tiny individual pieces of rice. The Onion Rings had great flavor and expertly fried The Rum Punch a let down. It was a good drink it just wasn't cold, cold even with the ice. Shake it then pour it over new ice. But it was good for $11. I really like The Spot! It's fun and the food is great. It's crowded and can get a little claustrophobic though.