March 17,2022 Came in for St Patty's day; nothing reflects that here Bartender Mike is awesome and so were the other 2 bartenders; they all were so friendly. They let us taste different versions of Jameson's because we were trying to stick with the Irish theme We met some nice people too. read more

I'm adding 5 stars bc mollys is cool and you can smoke inside. I'm from the island and like pubs and Shit so I decided to start going there again after the peak of the pandemic. I was with a friend and we were talking mad shit about someone (we are both geminis ) sorry we like to gossip when we get a little buzzed. We are bad. Oh well. ....Anyways we were talking shit about someone for something ridiculous and fucked up they did to me and the bartender went and told that person I guess they knew them (small island LOLOLOLOLOL) Them telling this person made them start harassing me and making threats and literally calling my phone all night long. It was a nightmare. All bc this bartender didn't like the 80$ tip we left on a 65$ tab of shitty drinks. He was cool or so we thought! You are a traitor man !!!! We thought you were our buddy and we had some really good conversation and laughs ! :( :( I haven't been back since. I'm sure they don't give a shit about this review i wouldn't either. I just find it funny that I spent like 200$ on alcohol within a couple days there for them to make me the target of a stalker lol read more

popped in for a drink while visiting Galveston. The place was dark and dirty. Bar tender wasn't friendly and seemed more interested in talking with locals. We drank our 1 round of drinks and left for elsewhere. read more

One of the better Galveston dives. Enjoy the ambiance of long nights, deep cigarette smoke, and rock and roll on the jukebox. What more do you need? read more

The bartender was very nice and accommodating however this place just isn't for me. Between the narrow space and the overwhelming cigarette smoke, I felt a bit claustrophobic read more

We had great service. Our bartenders took great care of us. One bartender shared the history of it with us. He stated it was an old brothel in the past. The only issue is the humidity in the bar. It is old so to be expected since we're in the historic part of Galveston. We went twice so I would recommend going. The people of Galveston are warm and very welcoming. We felt welcomed both times we came through. read more

I have to say, I loved this place. I'm from Iowa, but my husband is here for business. We got into town around 930 and we weren't sure where to go for a couple drinks. We went over to the strand and found Molly's. Our bartender was a quiet girl (but she definitely knew what she was doing!), I wish I could remember her name. I ordered a gin and tonic, and she used a jigger! Awesome touch. Keeps bar costs in line and makes sure people don't get over served because their alcohol is the right measurement. Now onto the best part. My husband loves margaritas. He's kind of a snob about it. So he asked about their tequilas and asked if she could make him a margarita. (He was hesitant, because sometimes in dive bars it's hard to get a good margarita!) but she did a phenomenal job. Perfect pour of tequila (thank you jiggers!) and triple sec. Then she hand squeezed 3 limes into it, added orange juice (most don't do this!) then the sour mix. Perfection!!! You go girl! Only had 2 drinks each. The bill was only $19 and we left $20 for a tip. Our bartender was great. Smiled. Always made sure we were ok. Paid attention to us, even with other regulars (or co-workers) at the bar. Sometimes it's easy to feel like an outcast with regulars at the bar, but not the case this time! Next time we are down here, I want to go back!! read more

Touristy. Bartenders looked tired, but were nice enough. Beer selection was okay. "Meh. I've experienced better." But I imagine this spot is pretty awesome during Mardi Gras. I'm sure I'd have a whole different opinion if I came during that time. read more

Whenever I do hit up a bar in Galveston, I always end up here at Molly's. The place is chill and I like it. It's dimly lit and you kinda feel like you're in a cave? but with a bar in it. :) Right next door is a somewhat of a mini club, I believe. So if you've been drinkin a lot of whisky and feelin a little frisky.. head on over there and do up the dancefloor. What else, it seemed like everyone was taking shots here last night. Bartenders must make em' strong! That's always fun. The place does have a juke box. It's great up until avsomeone tries to pay an extra dollar to skip your song. Ha. Great songs to choose from. Have fun choosing your favorite jams! read more

FUN IRISH BAR IN DOWNTOWN This has been a fun bar for years. I stop there whenever I'm in town. I was just disappointed this last time that their best bartender no longer was there. read more

Great place for a beer and a sandwich. The sandwiches are good. This is where we go when my wife doesn't feel like cooking and there is a game on. read more

Mike, Miguel and Andy always provide top notch service! Best place for locals to hang out, with great service and great atmosphere. 5 stars every time!! This place is connected with Old Cellar, and all three provide top notch service every time! read more

Miguel is the best! If you come in for a drink you'll get the best service and conversation on the island.

This place is always fun and low key!!!! An excellent place to hang out with your friends. Drink beer and play darts or just sit around and chat. read more

Having visited Murphy's Irish Pub directly before this place (or as i prefer to call it, the shittiest bar in Galveston, which is saying a lot), this place was fantastic. Bartender greeted us as soon as we walked in and I had a cold beer in my hand before I could even sit down. The only detractor was the indoor smoking policy, which left me smelling like an ashtray by the time I left. But hey, it's a bar...and the service was great (on a Thursday night) so I can't really complain that much. I would visit here again. read more

I've never had a bad experience here, the drinks are good, as are the prices and the staff. I just don't feel very at home in the atmosphere. It's very dimly lead and whenever I try to go, I always find myself venturing next-door to OCB. It is a good meeting point or midway stop for bar hoppers. As I mentioned, never a bad experience but I'm simply not blown away. read more

Hit this place up waiting on a show at the opera house across the street. Dead on a saturday night should explain it all...

People of Galveston. Where were you on St Patty's Day?! I know it was a Sunday but to be 3 out of 10 people at this bar was just crazy! We came to Molly's with high hopes of a good time. There were not any specials or anything, and I thought this was an Irish bar! The bartenders were nice enough but we just had a couple of drinks and left it at that. I really like the nice wood interior. They also have a jukebox and pool table for your entertainment. The bathrooms were nothing to brag about, they still felt sticky from the night before. I will probably be back because I like dive bars, but it's not at the top of my list. read more

Not as cool since the entire staff turned over. They do have a good selection of beer on tap though. And you can still smoke inside, so they've got that. Very dark, lots of wood, and has most pub-like atmosphere on the island. read more

Went with friends during a day trip to Galveston. The place smelled like dirty mop water, and there was no one inside. We stayed there and opened up one of the window wall things at the front and were able to watch as everyone else peeked in and then went off the other bars. Maybe it gets crowded at night, who knows. Overall, my experience was pleasant, but I had plenty of people to keep me entertained and engaged. I don't think I would go back. read more

Small joint but the bartender Mike had the absolute gift of gab, a wizard I kid you not. We had such fun on a slow night talking about kids and married life. Beer was cold too. We went to another bar down the street, Murphy's and realized what it was missing, the charm. If there were a choice between the two, hands down, Molly's would win. read more