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Fish Tales

3.9 (841)
$30 and under
Seafood
2502 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550

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Fish Tales

3.9
$30 and under
Seafood
Galveston

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Just steps from the waves and right across from the iconic Pleasure Pier, Fish Tales is your go to spot when you’re ready to trade sandy toes for sizzling seafood and the best balcony views on the Seawall. Kick back on Galveston’s most popular beachfront balcony and dive into fresh flavors, hearty pastas, juicy steaks, crisp salads, and coastal classics that keep guests coming back for more! And because no beach day is complete without something sweet, treat yourself to our big, bold lineup of ice cream and desserts guaranteed to satisfy every sweet tooth.

Fish Tales is open daily for lunch and dinner, serving up great vibes, great views, and happy hour specials on beers and cocktails that taste even better with a sea breeze.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 11:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Planning your next party has never been so easy or delicious! Fish Tales offers online ordering for all your event catering needs. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest!
  • Private party facilities
    Fish Tales offers vibrant private dining spaces perfect for birthdays, corporate events, or any occasion that deserves a splash of seaside excitement. Located directly across from the Historic Pleasure Pier, your group will be surrounded by iconic views, ocean breezes, and the lively spirit!
  • Private party contact
    Sales & Event Manager: (409) 762-8545
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Galveston
  • Cross street
    25th Street
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Fish Tales.

3.9

3.9
(841)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fish Tales offers a "wonderful menu full of flavor" with freshly prepared dishes and "great service." The restaurant's accommodating staff attends to dietary needs, and the upstairs balcony provides "a perfect location" with scenic views. Enjoy happy hour specials and a laid-back atmosphere in the heart of Galveston.
841 Reviews
  1. Jason

    Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 12 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Do not order the kebabs. They put no meat on it. Order something like the salmon for similar price and you get a giant piece. Makes no sense.

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  2. Maddi

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 12 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great and the ambience was too however it took about an hour to get our food to the table.

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  3. Jovial Gold

    Houston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fishtales has always been extremely accommodating to our dietary needs , and the staff is very attentive. The music playing over the speakers was very loud, but our server was quick to turn it down for us.
    Fish TalesResponded on 9 October 2026
    Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!

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  4. Jonathan

    New Orleans / Louisiana10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistent experience every time I dine here. Recommend sitting on the upstairs balcony overlooking the Pleasure Pier. Wonderful menu full of flavor and freshly prepared. Great service from starting the minute you are greeted at the door.
    Fish TalesResponded on 9 October 2026
    Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!

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  5. Dawn

    Kansas City / Kansas5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was OK not not worth the money. Definitely one and done on this place.

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  6. Charlene

    East Texas22 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 5 September 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The service was terrible. Seafood gumbo was Mostly sausage, shrimp po boy was frozen tiny shrimp, should have been fresh. Paying to park is wrong. Will not Go back.

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  7. Darcel

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Savannah was an incredible. The food was absolutely delicious, and we had a fantastic time. We’ll definitely be back next time we visit Galveston.
    Fish TalesResponded on 26 August 2026
    Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Molly Gold

    Chicago / Illinois85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated right away on the patio and took advantage of the happy hour specials! The menu choices and service were excellent.
    Fish TalesResponded on 26 August 2026
    Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Angela

    Houston1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 10 August 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was less than par we sent it back and ordered something different and ate a few bites and left it on the table I would not recommend unless you go for drinks and the view!

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  10. Rachel

    Dallas - Fort Worth1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food in a laid back atmosphere/perfect location
    Fish TalesResponded on 28 July 2026
    Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 11:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Planning your next party has never been so easy or delicious! Fish Tales offers online ordering for all your event catering needs. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest!
  • Private party facilities
    Fish Tales offers vibrant private dining spaces perfect for birthdays, corporate events, or any occasion that deserves a splash of seaside excitement. Located directly across from the Historic Pleasure Pier, your group will be surrounded by iconic views, ocean breezes, and the lively spirit!
  • Private party contact
    Sales & Event Manager: (409) 762-8545
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Galveston
  • Cross street
    25th Street
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine
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FAQs

Fish Tales’ weekday happy hour (Mon–Thu, 11:00 am–5:00 pm) is a great time to visit, guests call out the killer happy-hour prices, and it’s perfect for sipping beers or cocktails with a sea breeze and pier view.

Yes, Fish Tales is family‑friendly: guests regularly bring children, many kids enjoy the chicken strips and cheeseburgers, and reviewers note good kids‑menu options and the ice‑cream/ICEE offerings that make it fun for families.

Expect Fish Tales to fill up on holiday weekends, guests report long waits and slow service during busy holiday and Fourth of July weekends, while Sunday visits have been noted as quieter.

Yes, Fish Tales has outdoor seating: the beachfront balcony and upper deck are popular for gulf and Pleasure Pier views, and many guests enjoy dining on the patio or outside deck.

Fish Tales feels beachy and laid-back, coastal décor, a popular beachfront balcony for people-watching, and a family-friendly, fun vibe make it an easy spot for a relaxed seaside meal.

Weekday afternoons are a smart pick, Fish Tales runs happy hour Monday–Thursday 11:00 am–5:00 pm, and several guests note Sunday visits tend to be quieter.

Fish Tales is open Monday–Thursday and Sunday 11:00 am–9:00 pm, and Friday–Saturday 11:00 am–10:00 pm; happy hour runs Monday–Thursday 11:00 am–5:00 pm.

Some entrées are described as generous, guests called certain seafood plates “ok and plentiful, ” and one reviewer noted the Broiled Trio included a “huge salmon fillet.”

Yes, Fish Tales accepts private parties; guests have hosted wedding receptions in the restaurant’s private cove room, with staff helping on booking and room setup.

Yes, Fish Tales can be a lovely date‑night choice thanks to attentive service and the upstairs balcony with views of the Pleasure Pier, which guests specifically enjoy for special evenings.

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Fish Tales

3.9
$30 and under
Seafood
Galveston

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
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