Must-see nightlife in Galveston

  • Spot

    Galveston

    This boisterous bar complex overlooking the gulf is the best of many competitors. The huge complex holds all sorts of rooms, including a bamboo-filled…

  • Galveston Island Brewing

    Galveston

    This local icon brews up some excellent quaffs, including a refreshing half-wheat, half-barley beer (the Tiki Wheat), all served out of 11 taps on-site…

  • Beerfoot Brewery

    Galveston

    It's nothing fancy, just a range of homebrews on tap and bottles from around the state, but all told there's more than 100 beers and a small selection of…

  • DTO

    Galveston

    The small porch out front definitely represents the Daiquiri Time Out ethos, but head inside to find a cocktail bar that even bartenders from Houston…

  • Proletariat

    Galveston

    This combination pub and gallery space, built into a renovated 1869 office building, has a strong selection of wine and craft beers to sip while browsing…

  • Poop Deck

    Galveston

    Sitting on a spinning deck chair overlooking the gulf, you're just as likely to meet roughneck bikers as counter-culture dropouts, but the eclectic crowd…

  • Mod Coffeehouse

    Galveston

    The de facto Strand District community center, this warehouse-based cafe serves fine espresso drinks and iced teas. Tables out front are great for people…

  • Stuttgarden Tavern

    Galveston

    From a beer-garden-styled porch overlooking Strand St, order any of 50 or more beers off a regularly changing menu from around the world. Oh, and brings…

  • Molly's Old Cellar Bar

    Galveston

    Built around an original 1880s antique bar from the Paris Opera House that was rediscovered in New York in the 30s. Don't be put off by the Irish Pub vibe…

  • Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe

    Galveston

    A long-time local bar featuring lots of live music and an easy-going crowd. There are open-mic nights on Wednesday and Thursday.

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