10/10 best food I've ever had and the owners did a great job with training their staff and the decor and food was amazing.

Outstanding food, drinks and atmosphere. Mac was outstanding we will comeback again. John Michael voted this as the best restaurant in Galveston read more

Best shrimp and grits I have ever had. Fantastic cocktail menu. Try the bloody Mary! Vibes are good. read more

Sugar and Rye - Bloody mary - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

This place is absolutely beautiful--pretty, dainty, and full of charm. It's located in a quaint part of Galveston, which adds to the overall experience. We were promptly greeted by the hostess and initially seated in an area where there were quite a few bugs. Thankfully, they quickly accommodated us by moving us to a better table. The food was delicious and full of flavor. The ambiance was lovely, and the décor created a warm, inviting atmosphere. Although I can't quite put my finger on it, I felt like something was missing to make the experience truly memorable. Overall, it was a very enjoyable meal, and I'd recommend it if you're looking for a charming spot to dine in Galveston. read more

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TLDR: poor service, wouldn't come back. Ambience: The establishment is well decorated with an almost South Beach Miami vibe mixed with some Galveston flare. I would say it's very "Instagram worthy", but that seems it's all that's offered. We did not have a reservation but were sat immediately. Food: I ordered the Poke Bowl which was very fresh but lacked some flavor. The ahi tuna wasn't amazing. My friend ordered the shrimp and grits which was far too heavy for her and seemed more like a soup. We also ordered coffee that was too sweet for our liking. Service: the waiters were great and offered recommendations. The bartenders were also welcoming. The issue we had was with a managerial/owner level employee. She was assisting wait staff by delivering food and clearing tables but did so in a rushed and disrespectful manner. Our plates were basically yanked from our hands, and I caught the silverware on my plate that fell off when she grabbed it. She did not apologize and appeared unhappy. We also witnessed this happening at the table next to us. We understand that off days happen, but acknowledging and apologizing is easy. read more

Sugar and Rye - Poke Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

I've been here a couple of times. I don't think I'm the desired clientele. Seems like a nice place for a bridal shower. The brunch menu usually scares me out of a visit, but this place does a pretty good job of offering plenty of lunch items. When I come to Galveston, I like to get seafood everywhere I go. This place had founder which is not an average thing to find. Fried is my least favorite way to enjoy fresh seafood. The breading just covers up the fish completely and flounder is very delicate. It was so thick I could just peel it off. What was left was a very sad unseasoned fish. The rest of the dish was great. I asked the server if I could have ordered the founder blackened instead of fried. It seemed like they were willing to try and also said they could sub blackened Mahi instead of the flounder wouldn't do well. I do appreciate the staff. I may be back but not during brunch. I don't like the smell of eggs and fake maple syrup which was prominent during my visit. read more

Sugar and Rye - Flounder skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Its very loud inside. Came at 230pm on a Saturday, busy but not packed, but so loud I couldn't hear the person across from me. There's nothing inside to damper the sound Service was good. I appreciated that their brunch menu had a wide variety of non-egg, non-breakfast options. Biscuits and gravy were exploding with flavor. Single pancake well prepared Flounder skillet good but the breading was way too thick, blackened would have been a better preparation read more

Sugar and Rye - Single pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

Came here for dinner on a Monday night. We didn't have a reservation and didn't need one for two people. Someone recommended this restaurant to me for brunch but early in the week (Mon/ Tues) they open in the evening. The decor inside and out is very cute! Everyone we encountered was kind! The service was really friendly. The food was DELICIOUS, and the portions are generous! They start you off with a pimento spread with crackers and it is so tasty. They have an extensive cocktail menu and a nice selections of wines. I ordered the flounder and it was great! My mom got the fish tacos and she loved them. Definitely check them out if you are in Galveston! read more

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Hellllllo Suagr, Hi Rye!!!! Let's Brunch!!! Location: Located in the Galveston proper, this place is super cute and is at the bottom Sugar's Inn. Ambiance: This place is cute! It screams Brunch Time. Some folks were dressed nicely and others were dressed more casually. This place is pretty popular, so there is probably going to be a line. There are nice beach chairs and a bar for you to enjoy while you wait. All of the drinks looked really good. Our wait was 25 min, but it was a bit longer and I lost track of time. They request a phone number, but dont have a corresponding system to text you, just a young lady calling names that you hope to hear. Parking: Parking is a bit of a situationship. My advice: read all of the street signs because some streets require you to pay and the signs are very faded. Street parking is available because they dont own any lots. Also, the Galveston Pakring enforcement were out giving tickets. Food: The pictures online are sooooo amazing. It just makes you want to order everything. Plus, the menu is very descriptive. Our table ordered the usual Brunch stuff the blueberry pancakes, French toast, shrimp and grits, and chicken and waffles. I would say the best of them would be the chicken and waffles. Shrimp and grits was an acquired taste... it was a bit smoky and not a natural smoke. More like a liquid smoke and the tomato base wasnt quite cooked down all the way. The pancakes were so big and they looked light and fluffy, but they had a cornmeal consistency that I wasn't a fan of. You could see the blueberries, but couldn't really taste the lemon. The French Toast were okay. Eventhough its not my go to, this seemed to be the best that we ordered. It is succcch a cute place. If I do go back, I will surely try something different. read more

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A lot of effort went into the decor, it's beautiful and airy. It has some nice outdoor seating as well. Staff are very nice. Unfortunately, the food was subpar. The S&R Burger was so salty neither of us could eat it. It wasn't just the toppings, it was the burger patty itself. Paired with the pimento it made you squeeze your eyes shut with how salty it was. The Caesar salad was dressed a little lightly but good. The goat cheese salad was okay, I think a more balsamic-heavy dressing would complement the sweetness better. The fried green tomatoes were disappointing- it's mostly corn bread with very thin slices of fried tomatoes on top. The cornbread was so dry you couldn't pick it up with a fork, it just crumbled. I wouldn't avoid it by any means, and maybe we were just wildly unlucky with our dishes today, but I would come back for the decor & drinks, not the food. read more

Had a pretty poor experience here. Our group was celebrating bachelorette. It was very windy and after a long wait, we were sat outside without any nearby heater and we were freezing. The waiter ended up forgetting one of our orders. I got the shrimp tacos which were good although overpriced. The tacos came with elote which was awful (drowning in mayo sauce). My friend got the skillet dish and found her dish lukewarm in temperature. To top it off, the waiter did not mention that gratuity was included so I had to deduce that once I got my total. My friend tipped on top of that and probably tipped close to 30-40% without knowing despite the poor service. Positives: The coffees were nice. Corn bread appetizer was decent. The place was very aesthetic. read more

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Came here at the perfect time in the morning to grab my own table. It was a packed restaurant within 10 minutes of me sitting down. The restaurant is decorated very cute and very "insta-worthy" - my review is simply based on basic food ( I got chicken and waffles that were very average) and a host that ignored me (and multiple staff walking by clearly knowing I was waiting for a table) for about 5 minutes when I walked in. The exterior looked cute as well. Overall a very cute spot for a brunch with the girls but I wouldn't expect the best food. read more

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Tried it 3 times to be fair. Terrible service! Food was meh. Looks way better than it tastes. We were seated right away at 10 AM on a weekday. People were there, but it wasn't overly busy. Right away you could tell our waiter was not interested in customer service. My mom asked for coffee with cream and he brought the coffee, but not the cream. She asked for the cream and he brought it, but didn't bring a spoon. My latte was cold. It took forever to get our food and we never saw him again. My mom wanted a refill on her coffee, and I had to wave my arm to get him to even look at us from the end of the bar where he was standing, flirting with another waitress or the hostess. He never came back to check and see how our food was. Cups were empty. He didn't seem to even remotely care. I had the lemon blueberry pancakes. They did not have much flavor and were tough and dry. The scrambled eggs were OK. Nothing special. The ambience here is cute. I really wanted to like this place. But we will stick to Leeland house where the counter service is much more attentive and the food is flavorful and well-made. read more

Sugar and Rye - Looks better than it tastes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Had an awesome experience at Sugar and Rye! I ordered the Mr. Brown Old Fashioned, it was super flavorful, and perfectly balanced. For food, I went with the Creole Shrimp Banh Mi and fries, and wow... absolutely delicious. The shrimp had great seasoning, the sandwich had just the right amount of heat (FRESH jalapeños), and the portion size was generous. The atmosphere and décor were incredible, stylish, warm, and welcoming without feeling overdone. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the vibe because it really adds to the whole experience. Especially the Christmas decor around the bar area. Between the great drinks, fantastic food, and excellent portion-to-price ratio, this place easily earns 5/5 stars from me. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Sugar and Rye - Bar Area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Beautiful restaurant. Really great atmosphere. Service was excellent. The menu is full of creative and delicious dishes.

TLDR: All Instagram, no follow-through. The place looks the part. Very IG cute, very aesthetic, very "we'll fix it in post." But once you get past the vibe, there's not much substance holding it up. Food was, bluntly, basic and poorly executed. Dry pancakes. Burnt coffee. Burnt toast... somehow also served without butter. Potatoes tasted like those raw, undercooked bits you'd get in a school cafeteria. It genuinely didn't feel like a kitchen that cares about food. Service made it worse. Everyone around us seemed to be having a great experience, but ours was painfully slow and careless. We had to ask multiple times for simple things like cream, which never came. Order was wrong. We asked for no bacon, it came out with bacon, and instead of remaking it, they just took it off the top. That's not a fix, that's cutting corners. The overall attitude felt aloof. One of the owners noticed something was off, we mentioned the missing cream... nothing came of it. Either forgotten or just not taken seriously. That part felt like a lack of respect for the guest experience. To their credit, another manager or owner stepped in at the end, listened, and made an effort to make it right. That was appreciated. Overall: This place isn't about the food right now, and it shows. Great for photos, not for breakfast. If they shift focus to execution and service consistency, there's potential. Right now, it's more style than substance. read more

Highly recommend! Food is delicious and atmosphere is great!! The service was prompt and they're very attentive.

I was staying at The Oleander, and since it's owned by the same people, they recommended we check this place out. We went on a Sunday around 11 pm with a group of four and no reservation. Even though it was pretty packed, we got seated right away in the back room and had our drink orders taken immediately. We started with Bloody Marys, which came in the coolest tiki glasses garnished with olives, okra, pepper, and even a big thick slice of bacon. Honestly, one of the best Bloody Marys I've ever had. For my entree, I ordered the flounder skillet: a crispy fried piece of flounder on a bed of jalapeño cheddar grits with corn. So much flavor! The fish was perfectly crunchy on the outside, and the grits were creamy and rich. The portion was huge too! I've seen some mixed reviews about the service, but our experience was great. Our waitress was super attentive and checked on us often. The restaurant itself is really cute and chic with so many menu options. I'm so glad I got to try it this past weekend and can't wait to come back! read more

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Cute restaurant - definitely made for Instagram. The drink menu is extensive and we found the mocktails to be equally creative. The food was hit or miss among our group. Steak overcooked, yet perfect shrimp. Waitstaff was friendly and patient with our large group. I can see why they are a local favorite. read more

Still good food but unfortunately not as good as it was a year ago. Love their specialty cocktails. We had the fried green tomatoes- not as good as a year ago. Last year I ordered the shrimp and grits that were amazing! This year I ordered the red snapper that was okay. A little dry. Still a nice place to come but just not quite as good as I remembered from my last visit a year ago. read more

Sugar and Rye - Front - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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It's more about the ambiance than the food unfortunately. Everything was just too expensive for the low quality of food we received. Starting with the L'espirit mocktail which was $12. It was mostly sparkling water and came in a small glass which was disappointing. The creole shrimp bahn mi was fine, but again, for the price it was pretty expensive and honestly mid. The fries were good and the shrimp and vegetables were good but the bread it came with was slightly tough, like almost stale. The goat cheese salad was pretty good but the salmon was over cooked, thin, and dry. Overall, it was pretty disappointing which was upsetting since our waitress was so kind and helpful and the interior was beautiful. read more

Sugar and Rye - Creole Shrimp Bahn Mi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Man this place checked all the boxes for me. The interior decorations/vibes- beautiful. Even the cutlery was gold. Salted caramel espresso martini- amazing. Brisket skillet off the brunch menu- southern comfort in a skillet. Beautiful presentation of all the dishes. The inside area was pretty busy on Saturday brunch when we went. I don't believe the do reservations unless you have a party or 8 or more. But absolutely loved this place and will go back anytime we are in Galveston. read more

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We stayed in Sugars Inn upstairs, so we had to try Sugar & Rye for brunch. The atmosphere was fun and they are all decorated and ready for Mardi Gras! Our server Chrissy took great care of us. We each had coffee (good), and mimosas. My husband had the skillet with brisket and eggs, and I had the avocado toast. Both meals were delicious! We will gladly come back again! read more

Sugar and Rye - Avocado toast with fruit side - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Really cute spot! We all enjoyed our breakfast. I got the lemon blueberry pancakes. Really couldn't taste any lemon but still enjoyed them read more

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Staff was super friendly we stayed in Galveston for a couple nights and Sugar and Rye was our breakfast spot the hostess and waiter remembered us by name from the previous time which made it personal. The drinks were on point and just perfect to get the day started The biscuits and gravy were great read more

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Our group was excited for dinner and we walked in without a reservation. We were seating right away and served water. The atmosphere is amazing and the decor is beautiful, modern and welcoming. Our waitress tried to attend to our large group but lacked some training here and there. I personally ordered the Crawfish Etoufee for my main course. It was utterly disappointing. The 5 pieces if crawfish were the size of my pinky nail. Clearly frozen minced crawfish (mind its crawfish season right now) and Ragou which is part of their rice I was told. It tasted like sweet and sour sauce got lost in it too. Appears all very high end but there seems to be a lot of frozen food involved and poor cooking skills. Would not recommend for food. Drinks were great. read more

Stopped in for Brunch. Had a Bloody Mary outside which was much cheaper than the inside price. I'm trying to eat less processed carbs at the moment and the team was very helpful in making modifications. I got the S&R Burger with no bun and subbed in the fruit for the fries. The bacon Jam was the bomb. Reminded me of the old BRC spot in Houston. Overall a cute southern styled spot with typical American fair food. Some of the Asian inspired items like the creole banh mi looked good but I'll have to try on a future visit. read more

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We ordered Sugar and Rye to go, so I cannot speak to the service, however our food was ready for pickup and on time. Though a bit expensive, the food was very good and we enjoyed a nice little dinner at our hotel! read more

Sugar and Rye - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

Great service, loved the lavender coffee decor is a very uplifting vibe. Prices are decent.

For starters, the service wasn't very good. We can overlook that, but were served the wrong items multiple times. I had ordered the etouffee. It came out extremely watery & with a much darker roux than what one normally expects from an etouffee. I thought that I had been served the gumbo by mistake. I was assured by the waiter & the manager that it was the etouffee. When I taste a chunk of sausage I realized they had indeed brought me the gumbo. read more

We stopped in for dinner and were excited looking at the menu. We were seated quickly since it was pretty empty (normal for a weeknight), and our food and drinks came out after a normal wait. I got the jambalaya (it was just okay) and the pear and vanilla old fashioned (tasted more like simple syrup, not really pear notes). The table crackers they make in-house really stole the show. read more

Sugar and Rye - Jambalaya - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

Love this place. The decor was reminiscent of Tommy Bahamas. Very elevated beach resort. Service staff is attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. Great selection of bourbon, it's a unicorn stampede in that place although interesting enough not a huge selection of its namesake rye. Great bottles of tequila (all the hyype beest favorites and a good selection of mezcal. Dishes are well executed and have thoughtfully plated. read more

If I had to sum up my experience at Sugar and Rye in two words, it's "thoughtfully crafted". The interior blends cottage core with elements of island life so despite its elegant appearance, it doesn't feel like a breakaway from the downtown Galveston vibe. Their food is equally worth appreciating; in my experience, it's hard to go wrong with anything on the menu. Even the complimentary cheese and crackers tastes unique and savory. I like to keep brunch basic so the Smoking Skillet is my ideal main dish. For those that want to keep dinner simple, the S&R Burger tastes fantastic and contains a twist with brisket and short rib added in. Lastly, the Jambalaya Risotto offers a creamy mix of meats (chicken, sausage, and brisket) but watch out -- it might taste saltier than you prefer. I highly recommend the bread pudding for dessert. I'm not a major sweet fanatic, but I can appreciate a well-baked treat. Share it with a friend if you don't want to feel guilty about the calories. This restaurant isn't quite shirt and tie, but it's certainly a step up from its casual-dining neighbors. I've visited for both brunch and dinner now; each time, I felt that the fancy environment and tasty food justified the price tag. read more

Ten out of effing ten! The decor and ambiance represent Galveston perfectly... upscale beachy chic with a historic flair. The service was fantastic; attentive but gave us space, and made excellent suggestions... one of them being the Brie. Holy sh!t, you can make an entree out of that alone! Phenomenal. Orgasmic. Along those same exact lines were our entrees. I tried some of the tuna on the salad and the flavour was fantastic. I decided on the crabcake sandwich after seeing the words "Maryland-style"... I'm an east coast seafood girl to my core, and trust me when I say there is a Maryland chef working here for sure. OUTSTANDING! It is straight out of Maryland. I ate the entire beautiful thing, fries included, and I usually take half my meals home with me when dining out. I'm looking so forward to the next delectable visit where I'll try very hard to order different cocktails too, since there are so many that sound incredible. The Sucre 75 won my tastebuds twice in a row this time. Spectacular all around in every inch, every bite, and every sip. read more

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We were here visiting, first time timer. We were seated outside and that part is what I am basing my rating on. We sat under a tree, and things kept falling onto us or the table. Secondly, there was bird poop that dropped onto our table. Luckily it missed our foods and all but it was just gross. The service was great, friendly, was helped and served in a timely manner. Food wise, it was okay. I had the chicken basket. Can't go wrong with chicken strips and fries! We also got French toast. That was good! We ordered the gumbo, it was disappointing. Very flavorless and pretty watery. Thought it should of been more thick. We had the brisket skillet, that was decent. Besides having the outside incident, everything else was decent. read more

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Back in Galveston and always want to hit up my favorite restaurants with Sugar & Rye at the top of the list. The comfort food makes me feel at home when I'm on the island. The staff are always attentive and want to provide the best experience. The atmosphere is great too. Occasionally it can get quite busy but tonight is calm and relaxing atmosphere on Thursday evenings at 7 pm. Some nights there are piano players entertaining guests but it looks like they've taken the piano away to provide more seating. There is overflow seating behind the large bar. Outdoor seating is nice too when the weather is great. The menu has so many options to choose from that it is hard to find anything that is not tasty. Will be back again next time soon. read more

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Sugar and Rye has been on my to-try list for sometime now, and glad Yelp reminded me to check them out. We wanted a quality brunch with proper cocktails and "a vibe," and Sugar and Rye was great. The plate-sized lemon blueberry pancakes were calling my name, but I instead opted for the wedge salad (sans bacon), since I've been on a wedge kick for the past few weeks. Beau got the chicken and sausage gumbo. Food was good; a few tables over from us, a gent was raving about the smokin' skillet: house-smoked brisket, corn maque choux, breakfast potatoes, sunny side egg, cotija cheese, and Mexican Crema. Based on all the Yelp photos, that seems to be a fan favorite. We were seated in a back room, and service was a bit slower than expected (even for island time). I kinda think we were forgotten about. I'd like to return - with a bigger appetite, as I only got to try the salad (and enjoy the fun decor). If you're going for brunch, go early! Like, before 10am. By the time we closed out our bill an walked out around 10:30, there was a line out the door. read more

Sugar and Rye - Wedge Salad (sans bacon per my req) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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We were in town for business and was looking for brunch location. This place was outstanding from the moment we walked in the door. It's a quaint.dining area with seating outside too. We opted inside.Our waiter was attentive and kind. The guys ordered one of the bourbon drinks and we were in awe of all the little details and the flavor! Our crew ordered Chicken & Waffles, lemon blueberry pancakes, breakfast burrito and Orleans pasta ... the flavors were amazing! We ate it all but know the portions are huge!! We can't wait to visit again! You will not be disappointed! read more

Sugar and Rye - Outside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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DO NOT BOOK FOR PARTIES: Terrible parking, overpriced cold food, we booked the party room and it was way too small, hot and they gave us 2 hrs tops to set up, have the party and clean up . Parking is only on the street , so for 20+ people, this made it extremely difficult. The food was ok, but way overpriced. The room was too small and difficult to walk around. All in all very very disappointed in how much I was charged for what we got. Also they did NOT apply the $250 deposit to the food charges . read more

Updating my review since I took my friend for her birthday here last month and our server was super sweet and friendly! I wish I remembered his name. Today, my student workers just finished their finals so I wanted to treat them to brunch to go. We ordered pancakes, French toast and chicken tenders from the brunch menu. Everything was delish! read more

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