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    4.5 (123 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Single Mac
    Jacob C.

    I'm a sucker for smashed. Very solid Galveston smashed burger. Flavorful and juicy patties with rich melty cheese. Fries are also well done with an enjoyable fry sauce. Has a nice round the corner burger shack kinda vibe. Also good bagel shop inside. Close drive from the Bryan Museum which I also recommend checking out.

    3 piece chicken tender meal

    First you have to know that the Galveston Bagel company in which Mac-ies shares a space is also so freaking good!! Their bagels are fresh and you can get an amazing breakfast here as well some amazing sounding lunches. But let's get to Mac-ies. I've had the burgers and the chicken tenders, fries and seasoned waffle fries. Fries are fresh, hot and the right kind of crisp. Burgers are juicy af and delicious. Tenders are quality, not the grisly bs w more breading than meat. There's indoor seating that's 69 degrees to cool you off or a covered patio on nicer days. FYI, there is also a Mac-ies on Broadway in an old sonic, I haven't been to that one but I'm told it's burgers only. The people that work here(bagel and Mac-it's) are friendly and nice to talk to. This place is worth checking out!

    Over seasoned fries
    Elizabeth R.

    I am writing my review about the location on Broadway. It is absolutely awful. I've been there three times now thinking that it was just a bad day. Every time I enter the people are not very nice. They actually kind of ignore you until they're ready to help you. Here is a tip: Say "Hi, thanks for coming in. I'll be with you in just one moment." Service is very slow. There really isn't "service". There's only an order taker. They need to learn how important great customer service is to the overall guest experience! The hamburger was overcooked, but the flavor was actually pretty good. However, the french fries at this location are extremely over seasoned, the sauce is not the same as the sauce at theTremont St. location either. Consistency of the brand should be something that this business should strive for if they're going to be successful in the long run

    Customer service A1! As soon as you step in the door they make you feel welcome. They went over the menu. Very kindhearted people. The burger was one of the best I ever had. The onion fries and French fries were 10/10. It's a cool vibe. The outdoor seating was pleasant thanks to the fans and the machine that lets you know when your order is ready

    Cheddar bacon double
    Jim W.

    Great find in Galveston. Outside seating, friendly staff and one of the best Smashburgers ever. Perfectly cooked and seasoning is wonderful. It's got that Galveston vibe and is worth a visit.

    Christine H.

    I got the single patty with lettuce, tomato, onions, american cheese, pickles, & mac sauce on Texas toast. It was a fine burger, but nothing life changing. The fries and Mac sauce were pretty good and well seasoned. You could tell the fries were freshly made. I got all this plus a drink for $15 which was alright.

    Double Mac Burger with Fries
    Caroline N.

    One of my favorite burger spots in Galveston without a doubt! Macies is a food truck nestled outside the Galveston Bagel Company with outdoor patio seating or indoor seating in the bagel company storefront itself. The food is reasonably priced but delicious. I'd recommend the double Mac (I personally feel that the single smash patty isn't enough meat), and my go-to toppings are tomato, spinach, Gouda, and Mac sauce. Fries are skinny and always crunchy and seasoned with what tastes like Slap ya Mama. Brown bag special also comes with a cookie, which was soft and chewy but seemed store-bought (I still appreciated this addition to this cheap meal option though). Side note: I've had multiple experiences with a woman at the register with an attitude. Despite this, I love the food and affordability so much that I still come back and would recommend this business to friends!

    1/4 pounder hotdog with lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pickles, and pepperoncinis
    Lynn D.

    The new Mac-ies on Broadway has a thick 1/4 lb hotdog with lots of toppings. You get to choose four of them at no additional charge. Then there's a small charge for any additional fixings you might like to add. I had a hotdog with onions, fantastic pickles, pepperoncinis, and sliced tomatoes. I added some mustard. I must say it is delicious. The fries were hot and crispy. Just the way I love them. The hot dog is so big I'm taking half of it home for later. Move over "Local Dogs". We've been there twice only to be disappointed by a hotdog that's about as big as your finger and soggy fries. Mac-it's kitchen is spotless. You can eat indoors or out. We chose to eat at the counter where we got to meet a lot of the staff who is super friendly (especially Judy and Cassandra). The ambience and the makeover of what used to be a Sonic restaurant it's great too.

    Single Mac
    Katherine C.

    This was my first time having a smash burger. I thought it was soooo good. I wasn't terribly hungry, so I opted for the singly patty with cheese and added bacon. The bun was fresh and soft. The meat was seasoned well. I also enjoyed the fries, and their house sauce. They were steadily busy, but service was friendly and fast. We sat outside and enjoyed the casual atmosphere.

    Roy B.

    Had the brown bag special. Smash burger, fries, drink, and a scoop of ice cream. It was fantastic and all the people there were very nice. Service was excellent.

    Loaded fries
    W. Duncan Welder IV W.

    First time trying the new location on Broadway and was not disappointed. Burger and fries are seasoned great, Mac sauce is fantastic and the staff was super attentive. CiCi was engaging and the everyone on the business side of the counter seemed to be on point.

    One Double smash. Two triple smash. One quadruple smash. & a Triple chocolate cake! ‍
    Joya-Nicole C.

    Cutest smash burger spot there is in Galveston, Texas! My friends and I stopped here after a cruise, before we headed to Houston, and OMG!!! The burgers were everything and then some! The restaurant is also connected to a bakery, which is the cutest thing ever, but it also has an outdoor seating area! The service was pretty awesome and fast! The burgers were so fresh and delicious! I also enjoyed being able to sit in their outdoor area and see the cool decor that they had while enjoying my food! Will return if I'm ever in the area again!

    Sabrina R.

    Was out in Galveston for a conference and ask a local for a burger recommendation. The burger was good and so were the fries. The food came out pretty quickly, too, considering it was lunch time.

    Fries and smash burger

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    Best smash burger ever!!! Oh and the shoe string fries are awesome! Love the sauce they serve with the meal. I'm ruined!

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