Inside a windowless, unassuming building in Kemah rests a restaurant that comes alive using state-of-the-art technology. Eculent transports its guests to places never imagined with an avant-garde menu like no other. You’ll need a reservation in advance - people wait months to get in - however, we believe that Eculent is one of the best restaurants in Kemah, and possibly all of Texas… it's quite the experience!

Located at 709 Harris Ave. Kemah, and for reservations go online at https://www.eculent.com/

Our friend Beth not only makes one of the hands-down best Old Fashions in Kemah, she also created the entire Cocktail menu herself! Opus Grille, located in the Watergate Yachting Center, has a wide variety of seafood dishes on their menu - our favorites being the Blackened Grouper, Crab Fingers, and Shrimp and Grits! Though you’ll be stuffed from the amazing seafood, you have to try the bread pudding. Our family loves desserts, and we all agree that this is one of the best desserts we have ever had. Opus is every locals favorite!

Located at 1510 Marina Bay Drive, Kemah and online at https://opusoceangrille.com/ 

On the corner on 8th and Bradford (right across the street), Dans Pizzeria is hands down the best place to grab pizza and wings in Kemah. Since he was a little boy, Dan dreamed of owning his own pizzeria. After making his dream a reality, “Dan the Pizza Man” has made a menu stretching from pizza to pasta - he even makes a 30’ pizza called the DAN-O-SAUR. Jen and Alexie love the Sinatra!

Located at 800 Bradford Ave, Kemah and online at https://danspizzaco.com/dans-pizza-company/kemah/ 

Located in eclectic oldtown Seabrook, they roast all their coffees with the finest fair trade beans to achieve the best Damn coffee you've ever had. They also serve amazing fried pies (both sweet and savory), the best nitro-cold brew, and a wide variety of sodas. They have the only tater-tot bar in Kemah! No matter what your order is, there are a ton of ways to make it a Damn Fine Day! 

Located at  910 Hall, Seabrook, and online at https://www.itsdamnfine.com/

With tide-to-tableside mentality, Pier 6 offers the freshest Gulf Coast seafood available. Sipping cocktails on the waterfront terrace while watching the ships roll through the bay is one of our favorite pastimes. From their extremely fresh raw oysters to their char-grilled oysters, Pier 6 caters to everyone from first time oyster-tryers to experts. A little off the beaten path, Pier 6 Seafood and Oyster House is a great way to explore San Leon. 

Located at 113 6th. San Leon and online at https://www.pier6seafood.com/

 TopWater Grill - A local gem of San Leon, TopWater Grill overlooks Galveston Bay. They own their own fleet of shrimp and oyster boats to provide some of the freshest seafood in San Leon. First opened in 1999, TopWater grill offers a relaxing vibe accompanying a lighthearted saltwater lifestyle.

Located at 815 Avenue O, San Leon and online at http://www.topwatergrill.com/index

Featured on Food Networks “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives” in November of 2009.  T-Bone Toms first opened in the 60s and is now a nationally-known barbecue chain. Everything is made from scratch and sides are made daily. Everything from their world-class Texas barbecue to their spicy blackened catfish which is crazy good, but some of our favorites are the BLT and fried chicken!

Located at 707 Texas 146, Kemah and online at https://tbonetoms.com/index.php

Founded in 2012, Seabrook Waffle Company is a hidden-gem located in historic old-town Seabrook. Their traditional Belgian Waffle is made with pearl sugar and dough instead of the traditional batter - giving it an additional crunch. They offer both sweet and savory waffles, waffle alternatives, ice cream, and a wide range of beverages. 

Located at 1402 5th St, Seabrook, and online (where you can order as well) at https://www.seabrookwafflecompany.com/

A small Greek-style family restaurant that serves Greek and American fare with a southern twist. Using the best spices and local produce, Bakkus is a fun experience to get your Greek on in a fun indoor and outdoor dive right in the middle of 6th street. Be sure to check out their lemon-roasted potatoes! 

Located at 105 6th Street, Kemah and online at https://bakkhus-kemah.com

For 33 years Tookies was a favorite dive by locals from Houston to Galveston and every town in between. On September 13, 2008, hurricane Ike filled the restaurant with 5 feet of bay water - but that didn’t stop them! They rebuilt - keeping the same “vintage” look and hometown feel from before, just with a few upgraded touches. The beef patties are made daily. There is a burger for every taste at Tookies! 

Located at 406 Texas Ave, Kemah and online at https://www.tookiesburgers.com/index.php  

Cozy mainstay with a quaint interior dishing up familiar Thai specialties & happy hour cocktails. The pad Thai is DELISH!

Located at 501 Bradford Ave, Kemah, TX 77565

Local family owned and operated, Joe Lee’s has been in the seafood business for over 30 years. They have seafood cooked just about any way you could imagine, as well and daily and weekly specials. With traditions started in 1979, Joe Lees promises to continue bringing their local community at least thirty more years of amazing seafood. Jen loves the Cold and Creamy Shrimp Salad!

Located at 1108 Marina Bay Dr. (FM 2094), Clear Lake and online at http://joelees.com/index.php

The story is that the cousins Boudreaux and Thibodeaux where setting trotlines and crab traps in the Atchafalaya Basin when hurricane Katrina swept them away - right into the ocean - and they washed ashore in Kemah where they set up shop and brought the best Cajun food to Texas. Crazy Alan's Swamp Shack serves everything from T-bone steaks to Maine Lobsters - and everything is made at the highest standards. 

Located at 310 Texas Ave, Kemah and online at http://crazyalanswampshack.com

Having a day on the lake? Park your boat at Boondoggles to enjoy a variety of different food and drink options - or take it to-go and have a picnic on Clear Lake!

Located at 4106 Nasa Pkwy #1, El Lago, TX 77586

Located right behind the Clipper, join the staff at Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery for a tour to discover the techniques that make their award winning wine and spirits so good, and then try them out for yourself with a reservation only wine tasting! Matthew’s drink of choice is the Bourbon by Meticulous!

Located at 709 Harris Avenue, Kemah - call 281-344-2800 for reservations or go online at https://www.clearcreekvineyard.com/

Anything but your typical bar and grill, the food at Jackies is hot, the drinks are cold, and the vibe is downright electric. Indulge in the region's best live music, signature cocktails, and their award-winning crawfish! From classic rock and southern blues to the best of country western, every night brings a variety of music to the stage. Known for their hospitality, the staff at Jackie's promises that you’ll never leave hungry.

Located at 1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah and online at https://www.jackiesbrickhouse.com

Featuring craft beer and scratch-made southern pub grub, Skallywag is one of Matthews favorite dives to hangout and have a cold beer - he would list his favorite but with over 50 varieties, the menu is always changing. He does, however, know that the pork belly tacos, chicharones, and tater-tots are always the bomb.

Located at 600 6th Street, Kemah and online at https://skallywag-kemah.com

With new specialty drinks every night, there is always a swingin’ vibe at the Monkey bar. Catering to the older crowd, the Monkey is open from 12pm to 2am Monday-Sunday and is your typical American bar with live music and pool. With a very laid-back atmosphere, Monkey is a great place to make any weeknight fun!

Located at 605 6th Street, Kemah and online at http://themonkeybarkemah.com

With 36 big screen TVs, a state-of-the-art sound system, and hand painted murals and artwork, Voodoo Hut has been rated Kemahs #1 hotspot! Restaurant Patio and Bar. They have daily specials and a happy hour every day from 11am - 7pm. Whether your groove is at the cozy indoor setting or dancing under the open air palapa.  Voodoo Hut is sure to lift any possible curses the week has set upon you. 

Located at 511 Bradford Ave. and online at https://thevoodoohut.com 

Kemah Shot Bar - with cute bartenders, live DJs, and dangerously good drinks, Kemah Shot Bar is the perfect place for the younger crowd to party the night away! Just as the name describes, the only drinks on the menu are shots… you can choose from vodka-based shots, whiskey-based shots, and tequila-based shots as well as some drop shots and other fun ones. 

Located at 604 6th Street, Kemah and online at https://www.kemahshotbar.com  

The only dog-friendly bar in Kemah, the Bubble Jungle is a neon-themed beer garden with an outdoor hammock area and live entertainment. The only thing better than the aesthetic is the fantastic staff.

604 Kipp Avenue

Kemah, TX 77565

With no reservations needed, feel free to stop in and try any of their fruit-based wines and delicious tap beers. They have 32 different bottles of fruit-based wines. 

Located at 603 Bradford Ave. and online at https://paradisetropicalwine.com

Floating right on the water, the BARge offers a wide selection of beers and spirits from local Texas Distilleries and Breweries. The menu is  fresh, hand-made, non-fried take on bar food, seafood, and new creations of all kinds. You can always find a local artist performing. The Yard @ BARge 295 is the new outdoor venue overlooking the lake. With a full service bar and sand volleyball court, the party on land will be equal to the party on the BARge. 

Located at 6213 ½ Nasa Parkway, Seabrook or online at http://barge295venue.com/bar-home/

Good beer created good community. An independent craft brewery in Kemah, Galveston Bay Brewery is a family, and pet, friendly kick-back spot.

We highly recommend the Chili Cheese Fries and the Bull Shark Brew!

Located at 902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores, TX 77565 or online at https://galvestonbaybrewing.com/

For more than half a century, NASA’s Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston has led our nation and the world on a continuing adventure of human exploration, discovery and achievement. The center has played a vital role in powering our country into the 21st century through technological innovations and scientific discoveries.

Located at 2101 Nasa Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058 and online at https://spacecenter.org/

Battleship Texas was on the front line of innovations in gunnery, aviation, and radar throughout her career. A veteran of both World Wars, today she is the world's last surviving Dreadnought. Over her 34-year career she was home to tens of thousands of sailors and marines from all around the nation, whose history she carries with her.

Visit us at 3523 Independence Pkwy S, La Porte, TX 77571 or online at https://battleshiptexas.org/plan-your-visit/

With over 40 sponsored exhibits and many children-friendly simulations, the Lone Star Flight Museum displays historic aircraft to modern drones - and all of the missions and flights in-between.

Located at 11551 Aerospace Ave, Houston, TX 77034 or online at https://lonestarflight.org/

Nestled on the beautiful Galveston Island, Moody Gardens is a non-profit educational destination that aims to utilize nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research.

Discover the immersive iconic pyramids, home to mesmerizing marine life, magnificent rainforests, and even an otherworldly discovery center. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature, learn about conservation efforts, and embark on unforgettable adventures. Whether you're seeking family fun, educational experiences, or simply a tranquil retreat, Moody Gardens is your gateway to a world where curiosity knows no bounds.

Located at 1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554 or online at https://www.moodygardens.com/

From mild to wild, there’s something for everyone at Schlitterbahn Galveston.

Rivers connect for a mile of fun through three distinct park sections at Schlitterbahn Galveston. Each section has raft rides, pools and water coasters with great picnic pavilions and pint-sized water playgrounds for kids of all ages. If you are looking for a way to cool off or fun things to do in Galveston, Schlitterbahn has the hottest, coolest rides around.

Located at 2109 Gene Lucas Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554 of online at https://www.schlitterbahn.com/galveston/tickets

With shark teeth painted on the outside of the boat, the Boardwalk Beast takes you on a 25 minute ride 4 miles out into the Galveston Bay. You will be blasted with wind (from the speed of the cruise), music, entertainment, and maybe even a splash of water when adventuring the Galveston Bay on the Boardwalk Beast. 

To be honest, no one in our family has gotten the guts to board the Boardwalk Bullet in the 6 years we’ve lived in the area. Standing at 96 feet tall, the Boardwalk bullet is one of the few wooden roller coasters in the USA. Within seconds, you are flying down a 92 foot vertical drop only 5 feet away from the edge of Galveston Bay - the Boardwalk Bullet also has 42 crossover tracks, which is more than any other wooden roller coaster! 

Get a beautiful view of Galveston Bay from 65 feet in the air on this relaxing ferris wheel. We highly suggest riding it at night, the view is always amazing!

If you want to see the Bay from even higher, you’ll have to stomach the 140 foot drop accompanied with it. With your feet dangling over 140 feet above the Galveston Bay, get ready to freefall back to the Boardwalk on Jessie's favorite Boardwalk ride!

A replica of the 1863 C.P. Huntington Train, this relaxing ride will take you on a tour of the entire boardwalk. Be sure to take notes as you go along so you know what to go back to at the end of the ride!

This is undoubtedly our family's favorite thing to do at Kemah Boardwalk. The Aquarium has many exhibits including a rainforest exhibit and Stingray Reef. At Stingray Reef you are able to see, feed and touch the live stingrays in a way that's safe for both you and them!

Midway Games - from Ring Toss to Water Gun races, the Midway Games at Kemah Boardwalk are your typical carnival games - just feet away from the Galveston Bay 

Located all around the Boardwalk, you’ll see what looks like a gumball machine filled with dry cat food… and that's exactly what it is! For 25¢ you can get a handful of fish food to throw overboard and watch over 50 Hardhead Catfish fish battle for the food! 

Located in the Aquarium is the Aquarium Eatery where you can get anything from Mahi Mahi to fried calamari. If you're looking for something that's a little more grass-fed, the Aquarium has a good American Burger too.

A seafood house of choice for decades, watch the boats go by while enjoying some of the best fresh seafood creations in Kemah. With choices from Island Redfish to the Dutchman Cobb Salad (Jessie’s favorite dish), The Flying Dutchman is one of our families favorite places to go. Alexie’s favorite part of The Flying Dutchman is the playground connected to it. Sitting outside, watching the boats roll by, and letting the little ones play is the perfect way to end the day. 

Looking for something a little lighter, or even a breakfast to start the day? The Bayside Grille offers soups, sandwiches, beignets, morning coffee, and more!

This world-famous restaurant is even better when enjoyed on Galveston Bay. Enjoy “...uh, shrimp-kabobs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo, pan fried, deep fried, stir-fried. There's pineapple shrimp, lemon shrimp, coconut shrimp, pepper shrimp, shrimp soup, shrimp stew, shrimp salad, shrimp and potatoes, shrimp burger, shrimp sandwich…” (Bubba Gump, from the movie Forrest Gump), and many more dishes!

Once you get your fill of shrimp, the Pizza Oven can bring you back from the water with their variety of thin-crust, stone-hearth baked pizzas. 

Enjoy fresh seafood, amazing steaks, and some of the best desserts around while watching the boats go by at this well-known restaurant on the Boardwalk.

Bill’s Bar & Burger of New York - with a signature burger named on CNN’s “Top 10 Burgers in America”, enjoy mouthwatering burgers, monster plus shakes, and piles of french fries while enjoying the beautiful Galveston Bay.