When I was younger, my parents took me to Hey Mikey's for the first time while we were at The…read moreStrand, right when it first opened, and I got a behemoth of an ice cream cone. I got a t-shirt too that I wore for years until it was ultimately retired. I actually wrote a Yelp review about it that I deleted. In it, I said "The smell of the waffle cones filled the place with smiles and enjoyment. I knew I wanted a waffle cone." What a terrible critic. He will never be Yelp Elite. I haven't been back to Hey Mikey's since then, just because I haven't really been back to Galveston in some time, but my memories of the unique ice cream flavors and toppings remained. Heading back to Galveston for a cruise, I wanted to try and make a stop there again for nostalgia's sake. Instead of heading to the Airbnb, my girlfriend and I drove straight to Hey Mikey's as our first stop in Galveston. We got there around 8:45 pm, which was 15 minutes before they closed (our fault). This is no diss to Hey Mikey's, but almost everything else on The Strand on a Thursday night closes way too early, so it felt like everyone was at Hey Mikey's. The line was extensive in front of us and behind us even after it closed. After waiting through the line for quite some time, I got a waffle cone with their cereal milk ice cream, which had Fruity Pebbles in it, topped with Lucky Charms. They gave it to me with a temperature-changing plastic spoon that turned from yellow to purple when cold. The ice cream was sensational. What an incredible flavor. The only downside was the waffle cone being a little stale, but I fault that to it being a waffle cone ordered right at closing time. The next night, I returned with my cousins and ordered a cup of cereal milk ice cream with Cocoa Puffs as the topping instead. Fantastic stuff. Once again, being there too close to closing meant we had to wait, and we didn't get our ice cream until 9:30, a full 30 minutes after they closed. It was nice that they still served us though! One thing I did notice, which I don't know if it's a normal thing, is that since Hey Mikey's is the only ice cream shop open past 8 o'clock on most weeknights, they seem to get a lot of foot traffic after that time. Their menu is pretty large in its offerings. If it were just scoops of ice cream, the line would move fast, but so many people were ordering shakes, which are a lot more labor-intensive and removed a staff member from their assembly line to focus on the shake. I don't have any advice on how they could easily move the line in the later hours of the night, but man, those kids are working their butts off for everyone to get their late-night sweet treat. Hey Mikey's, you are just as good as I remember.

Worth the wait! A small business that makes home made ice cream with a variety of flavors and…read morecombinations to choose from. There a few tables inside the establishment and it was quite packed with a line, however service went pretty fast. From the traditional chocolate and vanilla to Americas colors, and Salted Carmel, lots to choose from shakes, bowls and a banana split. I had the double scoop Nutter Butter and Salted Carmel and the misses had a Brownie Sundae. If you're in Galveston, check it out. If you're a fan of cooling off inside, you can do that to to enjoy the ambiance.

The Milk Bar is a local establishment. There is some parking available. The ordering area is pretty…read moretight but the employees were very friendly and helpful. We all enjoyed our ice cream! Downstairs is a cute seating area. Be sure to also go upstairs to check out the art gallery! We would definitely visit again!

I walked in on a very rainy day to see this place. I've been to milk bar locations all over, but…read morethis is apparently not the same brand. It seemed really dark inside upon entry. It felt kind of cluttered. I expect they must have a patio setup on nicer days, but on this day all that equipment was taking up all the space right inside the front entrance. I'm not much on sweets. I can be talked into an interesting cookie, but this was not the place I expected and I don't think they sold cookies or interesting milk flavors from what I could tell. They do sell sketchy looking hot dogs and pizza. I'm not sure who orders that. It seems like they specialize in ice cream. I tried one flavor and it was pretty sweet for me. I'm not much on sweets so that's not hard to do for me. I stood around letting my wife pick her flavor. I would have waited outside given how cramped the space felt, but it was pouring rain. My wife mentioned the place has artwork and stuff. I didn't see that and didn't know to expect it. I also heard there is a wine bar somewhere on the premise. I may have to come back and give that a try.

The second we walked through the door, we were warmly greeted and shown how to order. Even though…read morethey were busy, they had four people rolling ice cream, so our wait was surprisingly short. There were so many delicious options to choose from, and the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We originally came because we had watched Restoring Galveston and saw the episode where they restored this beautiful historic building. We made it into town early enough to stop by, and we're so glad we did! It was such a fun experience, and the restored building made it even more special. We would definitely recommend stopping in if you're visiting Galveston!

This place serves what they call rolled ice cream. i've never had it before, but it was fun…read morewatching them prepared and essentially they pour cream over a really cold griddle that they then move around and mix in whatever you want on it and when they scrape it up, it comes in little rolls before they put it into the cup. I got one of their specials in honor of Mardi Gras: the king cake rolled ice cream. This came with bits of king cake in it as well as a vanilla base along with some additional things. I think it's a bit pricey, but this place does make for a fun treat occasionally, and there are lots of options and combos of what you could put into your ice cream. It's not a very large place, but there's plenty of places to sit both at tables and at the countertop while you watch them roll the ice cream.

Traveling to the Strand in Galveston? Have to go to LA…read moreKing's! Their line for ice cream was long but superfast with 4 friendly servers scooping creamy delicious icecream and samples as fast as they could. This place was busy on a hot steamy Saturday and every table was taken but was able to get 1 to enjoy a French vanilla cone that was devoured in less than 5 min. They make many different types of fudge and taffy in house . Great beach vibe atmosphere in this cute downtown location that has been a Galveston staple since 1976 although his family has made candy since the 1920s. They even serve Purity ice cream which is Texas' first ice cream manufacturer, founded in 1889 on Galveston Island. Definitely worth a visit!

Walking into La King's Confectionery is a bit like stepping into Willy Wonka's chocolate factory…read more Located on the Strand, this old-fashioned candy shop has just about every sweet you could ever imagine. From display case after display case filled with various chocolates and candies, to bins overflowing with colorful saltwater taffy, and machines busy making fresh popcorn and warm roasted nuts there's no shortage of sweet treats. You can stop by the classic soda fountain, or pick up something vintage ice cream counter, and even find a spot to pick up tea or coffee, this gem truly has it all. PS be sure to stop by the Penny Press machine on your way out to pick up a souvenir!

We stopped in here one evening while in Galveston. Upon arrival, the staff warmly greeted us and…read moregave recs on what we should order. I had the pecan-flavored decaf latte. It was so incredibly good. I believe my husband had a mocha. We've been to other coffee shops on the island, and the one was his favorite. The shop wasn't busy and was quiet, but I imagine it's quite packed in the mornings. We will definitely be back!

Located in the small community of Evia, Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream is an incredibly cute &…read moreaesthetic coffee shop. The cafe features plenty of indoor and outdoor seating as well as easy parking either on the street or a lot behind the storefronts. Plenty of customers were busy studying or working, giving it a cozy atmosphere. While cute, the menu availability was rather disappointing. A good potion of the items that were listed on the back of the menu were either no longer offered or unavailable. I had been looking forward to ordering a Seasonal Smoothie Bowls, only to discover it was no longer offered since Basin Bistro next door now offers them instead. They were also out of fruit for the smoothies. In the end I was able to order a smoothie substitute.

Saw this place on TV and thought that I'd give it a try. Pretty cool place from a historical…read more point of view. Loved the chocolate malt. Ordered the BLT. Nothing spectacular. It's dinner food. For the Historic value... I did buy a coffee mug which I love! Atmosphere 5/5 Service 4/5 Food 3/5 Drinks 5/5 4.25

We've come to the Star Drug Store several times now. On this visit (much like the other visits),…read morewe were warmly greeted at the door and were advised to sit wherever we wanted to. We came for breakfast and left very full and satisfied! The food was so yummy and perfect to start our day. The other thing I like about the Star Drug Store is the history and all the decor to look at and buy. (See pics). Can't wait to go back again.

Great little ice cream shop on Galveston island! This place stays open fairly late, which is great…read morefor any late night cravings. The pricing in the ice cream was a bit high for what you get, but not astronomical. The staff was welcoming and the shop was well kept. Good place to check out if you have a sweet tooth!

After a delicious breakfast at a nearby restaurant, I felt like something sweet and savory, so I…read morestopped by Ben & Jerry's. My go-to ice cream treat is chocolate chip cookie dough snuggled nicely inside a waffle cone. It hit the spot and was everything I'd imagined it would be. And, why does eating ice cream this way always make me feel like a kid again?! The waffle cone was a perfect size and was created the way I like it. Some waffle cones can be too large, with not enough ice cream, and darker in color, which gives them a rich flavor that I'm not crazy about. But this one was just right. There were no lines, so there was no waiting, and I got in and out quickly. They have a few tables inside if you feel like sitting down and eating your ice cream while smelling the delicious scent of an ice cream parlor.

My favorite place to grab a sweet treat before walking along the Seawall. I've never had something…read moreI didn't like and they serve good portion sizes for the price. There are a few parking spots next to it and plenty of free street parking. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

One thing that is certain is Rita's is consistent, wherever you go (at least for me, thus far)…read more We came early afternoon after spending some time at the beach. The service was quick and friendly. Most importantly our italian ice was tasty! (Come on good and faithful mango and good and faithful strawberry). If you haven't experienced Rita's, the best time would be after being in the heat, yummmmm!

The place looks great inside and is right next to the beach. The service was good and helpful with…read moresamples. There were different flavors to choose from and I got the cookies and cream. It was pretty good and you got to choose your own toppings. The prices were reasonable as well!!

The employees are always helpful. This is my favorite when I'm wanting something sweet! It's always…read moreclean when coming in.

Chocolate.Yes.Apples yes.Deliciousness.Yes. Loooove this in…read morehouse made large candy and chocolate apple shop on the Strand in Galveston. Friendly service and smells that make your mouth salivate as soon as enter. They can even personalize for special occasions. Worth a stop!

When you walk into the place, the first thing you see is a stunning display of chocolate covered…read moreapples in a well lit case. Once you ascend a small staircase, you'll see some popcorn gift items to the right and a dozen choices of ice cream along with a great assortment of chocolates in the cases. They do have a menu with the prices hanging in the corner. If you're a chocolate afficianado or if it's just a personal weakness, this should be on your must visit list. Seven photos and a video to get you through the door.