Rudy & Paco Restaurant and Bar- This Upscale Galveston steakhouse features grilled meats and seafood with plenty of South and Central American influence. Ceviche, plantain-crusted chicken, and a selection of steaks offer a swanky dinner option that is also totally delicious. Pro tip: if you’re headed to Rudy & Paco for dinner, wear pants — shorts are only allowed during lunch and at the bar.

Mosquito Cafe- Love this Restaurant! Located in a classic Galveston home built in the 1850s, Mosquito Cafe is bright and cozy. Asian-inspired bowls, steak tacos, and curried ahi tuna salad are all on offer, along with plenty of fresh (and non-salad) options for vegetarians.

Gaidos Seafood Restaurant- A perennial Galveston favorite, enjoy old-school dishes like red snapper grilled “on the half shell” over charcoal at Gaido’s.

The Spot- You can walk here from our house!! I love this place! Who can say no to bloody marys and beer by the beach? With five different venues in one space (including a tiki bar!) The Spot is a sort of one stop shop for drinking and dining on the Seawall. Try the po’ boy made with locally-caught shrimp, and treat yourself to a pina colada that’s served in a coconut.

BLVD Seafood- So Close to us you must try it! Swing by this casual, modern eatery for excellent Gulf seafood that doesn’t require fancy pants. Feast on Gulf red snapper that’s crusted in pecans or blackened, and don’t forget to order a dozen oysters done BLVD style and topped with blackened shrimp, crab, parmesan, and bread crumbs.

Maceo Spice & Import Company- Opened in 1944, Maceo Spice is a Galveston institution. In addition to the array of spices and sauces perfect for cooking at home, diners will also find a solid menu of sandwiches during lunch. The muffaletta is big enough for two, or go for the Spaisano, which features ham, capocollo, sopressata, provolone, and Maceo’s excellent olive salad on Italian bread. Pro-tip: this spot also offers brunch on Sunday, complete with beignets and $6 mimosas.