Vida Agave

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3 years ago

Stopped here because of the other reviews here on Yelp. My family really enjoyed their food they had got and said it was very good and not spicy at all. I had the birria tacos, which unfortunately, I found to be bland and the consommé was pretty salty too. Now the Mexican Street Corn was very good and definitely a highlight of my meal. The service was very good and they even had a salsa dancing class going on while we ate. It was quite the experience. Overall, our party enjoyed the experience. read more

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Luis Q.

Hello Nick, thanks a lot for your honest feedback. We hope to see you…

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J V.

1 year ago

The enchiladas recommended by the waitress were excellent! Didn't catch her name but she was very sweet and helpful

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Janisah Amirah S.

137

4 years ago

A friend hosted a birthday party here. There was about 50 med students that came in and they helped reserve the space for us and accommodated us quite nicely. The drinks are very unique and tasty. One of my favorites was the avocado margarita -- the flavors blended together very well into a refreshing drink. read more

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Luis Q.

Hello Janisah!…

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Shelby M.

11 months ago

Andrea P was amazing! We came here looking for a good ceviche and they did not disappoint. The avocado margaritas were 11/10 and Andrea was so sweet and took such great care of us. If you're looking for great tex mex at a great price with great service, this is the place!! read more

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Bryan A.

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Kept it simple with water and lemon as she offered . The chili tacos were incredible. Kindly she let me do grilled chicken and don't fits with my health goals. Polite service from second I walked in. Server always acted happy to make changes I wanted. Really happy I found this place read more

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Luis Q.

Great choice for Tacos Bryan! Thank you so much for joining us.

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Sherri K.

1 year ago

service was excellent. Server was Andrea. never asked for anything she was already there. Food was the best

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James D.

1 year ago

Attentive service from Andrea. Small menu but good choice of seafood. Bang bang shrimp tacos and poblano shrimp recommend.

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Paul R.

2 years ago

We had a party of eight and made reservations. Food was good. Surplus was even better.Thank you Andries and Luisa we will definitely be back. read more

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Luis Q.

Great pictures of you food you took! We are glad you had a great…

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Morgan F.

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3 years ago

It's decent Mexican but in Texas it's just ok. I did enjoy my Birria but it wasn't the best I've ever had flavor wise. My sister said her enchiladas seemed sweet. My niece said her fajitas were not great. The Thai chicken taco and bang bang shrimp tacos was better than the fish ones. The chips and guacamole are the best parts. The margaritas are good too. Overall 7/10 read more

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Luis Q.

Thank you so much for your feedback, we will continue to improve our…

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Carmine 7.

1 year ago

Belgica was a great server! Very timely and nice. Food was amazing as always and the atmosphere is genuine.

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Efrain S.

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3 years ago

As I was searching for places here at Galveston, I happened to come across this Mexican establishment that had great reviews so I decided to give it a go. The place has a nice touch such as the decorations & it definitely felt the vibe as if I were in Mexico. For the food I went with the Mahi Mahi tacos & I was kinda disappointed that it mentioned it had Chipotle Aioli because it lacked the taste of it. On the other hand the Mahi Mahi tasted delicious & it felt like I was eating chicken. The charro beans & spanish rice were the surprise of the night as they felt homemade something that my mom would have made... simply extraordinary. Overall service was fast & would definitely come again to try new dishes that may very well surprise me. read more

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Luis Q.

Thanks a lot for the kind review Efrain, I am glad you understand our…

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Cathy B.

4 years ago

Excellent service, drinks and food. They have a few appetizers and a wide array of tacos. We had the chimichurri steak, beer battered salmon and mahi mahi. Strawberry basil margarita and pineapple jalapeño margarita were great. The old fashioned was Smokey and unique. Will be back for sure. read more

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Katie B.

3 years ago

Delicious! Stopped here on the way to the airport. We had four suitcases with us. The staff was extremely nice and let us bring our suitcases inside. Food and service was a 10/10. read more

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Thank you so much for joining us before your trip. I am thrilled you…

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Vanessa L.

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4 years ago

This is one of my favorite restaurants to frequent on the island. It is relatively new and located in a very convenient location with adequate parking. I love their drinks from the happy hour menu as well as their fish tacos but the food is on the pricier end though. Would definitely come back soon. read more

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Lauren C.

1 year ago

I have been to this restaurant more than 5 times, and the food and drinks keep getting better!! The michelada is to die for on a hot sunny beach day and you can not go wrong with any of their tacos!!! The chicharrones con queso is excellent. I would recommend this place man tribes over for great ambiance, excellent drinks and amazing food. read more

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Luis Q.

Thanks for being such a great regular! We’re thrilled you love the…

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Christy H.

2 years ago

Holy smokes everything we ordered was DELICIOUS! We started with the street corn and guacamole -YUM! My dad and I shared the blackened mahi mahi tacos and the bang bang shrimp - soooo good! Will def be back!! read more

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Luis Q.

Thanks a lot for sharing your experience with us, glad you and your…

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Emmanuel S.

2 years ago

No complaints! We had the margarita flight, birria quesadillas and bang-bang shrimp. Everything was excellent, we will definitely be back. Dargy was super nice and her recommendations were spot on! Can't recommend this place enough. read more

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Luis Q.

Thank you so much for joining us, hope to see you again soon!

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Melanie N.

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4 years ago

Vida Agave is a fantastic new rests in Galveston! This new restaurant, located close to The Strand, has a small menu with wonderful flavor! I ordered La French margarita. It had boba in it and was one of the best drinks I've ever had! My main course was the Queso Birria taco. They were delicious but it was a small portion. Chips and s add Lisa were an extra cost and worth it! The servers were friendly. The food and drinks were great! I'd definitely recommend dinner and drinks at Vida Agave! read more

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Danny K.

1 year ago

Went here for a Wednesday lunch. The chips and salsa were perfect and the margarita was nicely made - not too sweet or strong. I ordered the shrimp with poblano cream sauce which was perfectly cooked. I would recommend getting some tortillas with it. My aunt got chicken fajitas which were hot and fresh. There were so many menu options to choose from and would go back to try everything else, especially the seafood which looked great. read more

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Luis Q.

Thanks for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the shrimp and…

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Matt B.

1 year ago

1st time here. Ordered the street corn and birra taco both were very delicious. Ali the bartender was awesome. Definitely will ne back when in Galveston read more

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Luis Q.

Thanks for stopping by! Glad you loved the street corn and birria…

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Gabe D.

130

3 years ago

This place possibly has the best Mexican food in Texas, although I haven't eaten at every place out there, I eat a lot of Mexican food, as does my family and we all agree that this place is top tier. They have the coveted salsa naranja made famous by San Jose CA taquerias (Google it!), which is a must if a place is going to be an S tier Mexican place for me. Full bar, great Birria, great ceviche, great tacos, great beans, great rice! Their Birria is addle fries get devoured by the kids in minutes! read more

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Luis Q.

Gabe I am very thankful for this review. Comments like this make my…

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Elizabeth T.

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4 years ago

Newer restaurant to the Galveston food scene. Located on 25th street as you're heading into the downtown area. Nice open space and bar area. Can get a little loud so def kid friendly. Lots of taco options. Tried the bang bang shrimp and chicken tinga tacos. Both solid options. You order a la carte so can mix and match single tacos. Drinks were also really good, tequila based. Not a a mezcal fan, but also had options if you're a fan. Looking forward to trying other menu items. read more

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Celeste G.

1 year ago

Excellent service by our waiter Victor! The food was so good and the Mexican lollipop martini was on point. Would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

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Robert M.

1 year ago

The food was good , but there was no confirmation about our carry out order being placed or being ready for pick up. Finally we called, and the restaurant said it had been ready for some time. I attribute this to GrubHub being the middleman and failing to follow up. read more

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Luis Q.

Thanks for your feedback and for letting us know. We’re glad you…

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Deidra B.

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We had been wanting to try this place since it kept popping up on social media. I had a tequila mule and a strawberry margarita with a champagne split. Fun drink. The ceviche was delicious! I wanted to try the Birria queso but it was super hot in there and it made me feel like not eating hot food. Our service was outstanding, our server was Ovidio D. I think was working all the tables by himself and he was doing an excellent job he was super sweet and never missed a beat.. We did talk with the owner very nice guy. Definitely will go back once the ac is working better. They are aware of it and working to remedy it!! Can't wait to try more food! read more

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Lisa T.

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it's a cute restaurant with friendly service. the nachos were a hit with my family. my daughter didn't particularly like the street corn as it wasn't on the do ms had some extra spices. i enjoyed my mini pastor tacos and the green sauce was excellent. my son gave high marks for his birria tacos. portions were generous. one star of for bringing the nachos app with the mains. read more

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Luis Q.

Hello Lisa! I apologize for the serving staff for brining the nachos…

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Michael V.

3 years ago

I think it's best Mexican on the island! Very friendly staff and pricing is great. Manager was very nice read more

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Thank you so much Michael, that is definitely what we strive for to…

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Shelley W.

2 years ago

Food great!- not regular Tex-mex which was a nice surprise! Very eclectic menu. Street corn fab. Chicken enchiladas 12/10. Passion fruit marg yummy! Dargy, our server, very sweet and attentive. Will def come back with friends and fam read more

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Thank you so much for joining us. Happy to hear you had an awesome…

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Morgan D.

3 years ago

The food was excellent, closer to real Mexican cuisine rather than Tex mex which is exactly what we were looking for. The inside was cute and festive and everything felt clean and welcoming. Will definitely be coming back here for more! read more

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Luis Q.

Hello Morgan! That’s what we strike for, Authentic food from central…

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Andrew Z.

1 year ago

The food was amazing and the staff was very friendly. Me and my wife thoroughly enjoyed it.

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Stephanie M.

1 year ago

Have the chicken poblano enchiladas! They were delicious!!!! Dargy was an amazing server recommend 100%.

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Luis Q.

Thank you so much for joining, please come back and see us!

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magda m.

3 years ago

Lovely place, good food, impecable service, and great ambiance. Highly recommend the shrimp tacos and avocado margarita. read more

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Hello Magda! Thank you so much for your review, I am happy you had a…

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Stacey P.

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4 years ago

I feel like I am in SW Houston and I am so happy right now.... . Blackened Mahi Mahi and Beer Battered salmon.... Ordered another blackened mahi maji - culinary ecstasy y'all!!! House Margos have a kick too! Super friendly staff and laid back atmosphere -- run, don't walk.... read more

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Zach C.

213

2 years ago

I'm from Kansas but my family came to visit and tried this little joint. Best tacos I've ever had, just don't tell my grandma or she'll slap me with a tortilla! read more

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Thank you so much for joining all the way from Kansas, glad you…

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Solara S.

3 years ago

We decided on a tapas meal, and had the Casa Agave Fries, Ceviche, and Flauta Stack (plus an order of Mexican Street Corn we didn't have room for). Everything was fantastic- delicious, well prepared, well plated, and generously portioned. I also had the Smoke & Fire cocktail, which was just exquisite. read more

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Luis Q.

Thank you again for coming and check in us out! See you again soon!

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Sophia M.

2 years ago

This was my very first time trying Vida Agave and it was nothing short of delicious. The service provided by Andrea was spot on! She was very attentive and patient with us. The music played Selena which is a personal favorite of mine. The vibes were perfect! I wish I took a picture of my birria tacos but they were GONE! Try the tacos and the avocado margarita! read more

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Hello Sophia! I am thrilled to hear that you had a great first…

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Angie H.

2 years ago

This place is amazing. We stumbled upon this place thanks to yelp. We were wanting Mexican and Seafood but it was late. The service overall was awesome and the food was outstanding. Belgium was so helpful and did a great job! We got the Birria Quesadilla and Surf & Turf burrito. Highly recommend both. Thank you Vida Agave! read more

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Luis Q.

Thank you so much for joining us! We truly hope to see you again soon.

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Daniel P.

2 years ago

Not sure why this place is not a solid 5 star across the board. Absolutely amazing drinks, appetizers and food. They knocked it out of the park all the way around. So good!! read more

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711 25th St
Galveston, TX 77550
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(409) 974-4076
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Hours

What time does Vida Agave open?

Vida Agave opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Vida Agave close?

Vida Agave closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Vida Agave closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Vida Agave take credit cards?

Yes, Vida Agave takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Vida Agave have catering options?

Yes, Vida Agave does have catering options.

Does Vida Agave have a happy hour?

Yes, Vida Agave has a happy hour.

Does Vida Agave serve alcohol?

Yes, Vida Agave serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Vida Agave allow dogs?

Yes, Vida Agave allows dogs.

Does Vida Agave have TVs?

Yes, Vida Agave has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Vida Agave have outdoor seating?

Yes, Vida Agave has outdoor seating options.

Does Vida Agave have parking?

Yes, Vida Agave has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Vida Agave wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Vida Agave is wheelchair accessible.

Does Vida Agave allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Vida Agave allows outdoor smoking.

Does Vida Agave have free WiFi?

Yes, Vida Agave has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Locally owned and operated. Serving a wide variety of tacos as well as traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist, featuring handcraft tequila and mezcal cocktails. Food is served until midnight everyday!

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THIS PLACE WAS AMAZING. I'm not going to lie, the outside of this place does not look appealing…read more(all concrete building), but the inside is perfect. It's so cozy and has a great vibe to it. I loved how you could tell they have a lot of regulars, as the bar staff welcomed many people by name. Not to mention, the food we got was a 10/10. We ordered the air fried crispy chicken sandwich with tater tots, and a chicken Caesar salad. The sandwich is actually one of the best sandwiches I've ever had, and I'm not a sandwich person. I will be coming back here as soon as possible!

Great place to get some good drinks, relax, and unwind, it's that kind of vibe. The lights are low…read moreand the music is nice. They also have an outdoor patio where you can sit when the weather permits. They're known for their cocktails which are $6 between 5 & 8. The wine pairs nicely with the shareable charcuterie board, definitely worth it. And of you drink beer they have that too. They sell soups and salads, sandwiches, and breakfast that they serve from 9-3. We ordered the breakfast bowl and breakfast plate. They were both pretty good. The touch of microgreens on top of my bowl was a pleasant surprise. I love microgreens and they were fresh. The server was very helpful and recommended the iced coconut vanilla latte that I loved so much I ordered another one to go.

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Iced Coconut Latte with Vanilla Bean Froth

The Alibi Bar

4.3(23 reviews)

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

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

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Trevor L.

1 year ago

I visited Vida Agave again during another work trip, and if I could give ten stars, I absolutely would. The food here is consistently excellent, and the Birria tacos have become a personal favorite of mine--they're flavorful, fresh, and perfectly balanced. The Birria quesadilla is another standout, likely the best meal I've had all month. Both are satisfying without feeling overly heavy, which makes them a perfect choice for lunch or dinner. I've experienced both dining in and picking up, and the food typically comes out quickly, which is a huge plus when on a tight schedule. My only minor critique is that, for me, the Birria tacos were on the smaller side in terms of portion size, but the quality more than makes up for it. The bar area is also inviting and well-maintained, adding to the overall enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, Vida Agave delivers exceptional food, attentive service, and a welcoming environment. I would definitely return again on future visits and would recommend it to anyone seeking flavorful, satisfying meals that leave you looking forward to the next trip read more

Robert L.

2 years ago

5 Stars We had an outstanding experience at Vida Agave during their happy hour (3-7 PM). The atmosphere was relaxed yet vibrant, and the service was spot on from start to finish. We started with their complimentary chips, which were fresh and crispy--perfect with the delicious chicharrón paired with queso dip and guacamole we ordered. The queso was creamy and flavorful, and the guacamole was fresh and well-seasoned. For entrees, we tried the Poblano Shrimp and the Vida Agave Appetizer Plate. Both were absolutely excellent! The shrimp were perfectly cooked with just the right amount of spice, and the appetizer plate was a great variety, packed with flavor and beautifully presented. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Highly recommend checking them out during happy hour--you'll get incredible food and great value. We will definitely be back! read more

Steph S.

3 years ago

Food, service and atmosphere 11/10. My husband and I both have food allergies (gluten and dairy) and we were more than accommodated. Alvaro was amazing in helping us choose options that worked for us, and made sure we were well taken care of. Everything from the margaritas, ceviche and fajitas were all very fresh and full of flavor. Highly recommend stopping at Vida Agave if you're in Galveston. read more

Yalexia Q.

4 years ago

I love this place it's very unique food is delicious and you can tell drinks are made with the freshest ingredients! Best margaritas on the island! They have an extensive mezcal and tequila selection! The staff is so attentive and friendly. They served food until midnight!. The place is so cute very welcoming I will definitely be back read more

Sara V.

4 years ago

Fantastic food, the house margarita is yum! Definitely a hidden gem. Love the atmosphere. The owner, Luis, is a tequila connoisseur. A must if you are anywhere near the strand. read more

Oscar R.

9 months ago

Andrea is honestly the best!!! Friendly and always attentive!!! Drinks are the the best. Oscar de la Renta

Cliff Alexander M.

4 years ago

the tacos of this establishment are very good I love to come here from time to time to enjoy a good meal

Kelly M.

2 years ago

I am not sure why this restaurant isn't a 5 star because if I could give it a 6 star!!

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