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🌶️ Original Mexican Cafe – Galveston
Established in 1916, The Original Mexican Cafe is the longest continually operating restaurant on Galveston Island still at its original location. This East End landmark serves classic Tex-Mex favorites, hearty breakfast plates, and award-winning margaritas in a historic two-story setting perfect for families, groups, and casual nights out.
📍 Address:
1401 Market St
Galveston, TX 77550
📞 Phone:
(409) 762-6001
⏰ Hours:
Mon–Thu: 11 AM – 9 PM
Fri: 11 AM – 9:30 PM
Sat–Sun: 8 AM – 9:30 PM
🌐 Website:
theoriginalgalveston.com
📍 Neighborhood:
East End Historic District • Corner of 14th & Market
🚗 Parking:
Private lot • Ample street parking
♿ Accessibility:
Wheelchair-accessible entrance & seating • Gluten-free options available
🪑 Features:
Indoor seating • Two-story dining • Full bar • Happy hour • Reservations • Catering • Credit cards accepted • Family-friendly • Group seating • Historic venue • Breakfast, lunch & dinner service
📌 Quick Facts
💵 Price Range:
Mid-Range Dining
💲 Avg. Cost:
$20–$35 per person
⭐ Avg. Rating:
4.5/5 (Google, 1,200+ reviews)
🍽️ Cuisine:
Tex-Mex • Mexican • American Breakfast
🪑 Style:
Historic • Family-friendly • Casual
📦 Service:
Dine-in • Takeout • Catering • Reservations
🍽️ Dish of the Day:
Shrimp Empanadas with Jalapeño Sauce
🌟 Top Dishes:
- Shrimp Empanadas
- Stuffed Jalapeños
- Barbacoa Tacos
- Queso Flameado with Chorizo
- Menudo (weekends)
- Breakfast Migas
- Guacamole Salad
- Chicken Fajita Quesadilla
👍 Locals Recommend:
Shrimp Empanadas • Menudo • Queso Flameado
🌮 The Pulse:
Historic Galveston charm • Classic Tex-Mex flavors • Great for families & groups • Weekend breakfast favorite
Disclaimer: Info based on public sources. Confirm details with the restaurant before visiting.
Address
The Original Mexican Cafe, 1401, Market Street, Galveston, Galveston County, Texas, 77550, United States
Phone
Website
Quick Facts
Price Range
$$ — Mid‑Range
Top Dishes
Shrimp Empanadas • Menudo • Queso Flameado
Average Rating
4.5/5 (Google, 1,200+ reviews)
The Pulse
Historic Galveston charm • Classic Tex-Mex flavors • Great for families & groups • Weekend breakfast favorite
Dining Style
Casual Dining
Cuisine Type
Mexican / Tex‑Mex
Map
The Original Mexican Cafe, 1401, Market Street, Galveston, Galveston County, Texas, 77550, United States
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