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"The Steakhouse is one of the less expensive places to order Fast Food delivery from, based on menu pricing, in Galveston."
"Although IHOP restaurants are best known for their award-winning pancakes, omelets and other breakfast specialties, the Galveston IHOP has an unbeatable view. The restaurant is open throughout the day and evening offering a broad array of lunch, dinner and snack items as well for the vacationer's appetite."
"On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger stood on the balcony of the building and declared that all slaves were free, marking the date of the historic Juneteenth celebrations in Texas. Ashton Villa was not only the first mansion built on Broadway Boulevard, it was the first mansion built on the island and one of the first brick residences in Galveston, according to Galveston.com. Constructed in 1859 by James M. Brown, a wealthy businessman, the three-story home was built in the Victorian Italianate style and features ornate verandas adorned with cast iron accents."
"Built in Victorian Italianate style, Ashton Villa was one of the first brick structures in Texas when it was constructed in 1859. European craftsmen and slave labour were used to build this home for Colonel James Moreau Brown, a prominent hardware merchant and banker. Today the Villa is home to the Galveston Island Visitors Centre."
"The Strand is one of the first places to visit in Galveston. View historic 19th-century homes, learn more about the history of Galveston, visit a museum, shop ‘til you drop at one of the area’s Galveston boutiques. You may also socialize at one of the bars, or stop by for a bite to eat at one of the mom-and-pop diners located along The Strand, a five-block historic area located nearby the pier."
"The Strand is located in Galveston’s historical downtown district. With an array of intriguing shops, galleries and museums, this is where you can get some of the most eccentric souvenirs. The old-fashioned candy parlor is a great place to visit if you have a sweet tooth."
"NOAA is an acronym that stands for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, an organization focused on managing fishery species and characterizing their various habitats. NOAA Fisheries Service Galveston Laboratory puts on a lot of work to conserve various marine species including sea turtles. The laboratory offers a sea turtle tour every week for interested visitors who wish to see and learn more about sea turtles."
"Core beers: Persnickety Citrus Wheat, Catty Corner Cream Ale, Hustlin Honey Blonde Ale, Say When Imperial IPA, Wyatt Purp IPA, American Wheat, Chocolate Milk Stout Nitro, Peanut Butter Milk Stout Nitro, Tasty AF Peanut Butter and Chocolate Milk Stout, I Must Break You Russian Imperial Stout, Ridiculous AF Russian Imperial Stout, Strawberry Milk Stout, River Ace IPA, Doc Hoppiday Hazy IPA. Seasonal beers: Fancy Boot Nut Brown Ale, Summer IPA, Pie in the Sky Pecan Porter, Canadian EHF Maple Coffee Vanilla Imperial Cream Ale, Brewster Cogburn Vanilla Imperial Cream Ale, Fluffy Nuts Peanut Butter Imperial Cream Ale, French Toast Imperial Cream Ale. Noteworthy: Saloon Door hosts trivia nights on Wednesdays."
"Located outside of Houston, Saloon Door Brewing is worth the drive if you’ve never tried it. With fun names like Tasty AF Peanut Butter and Chocolate Stout, there’s sure to be a brew for you. Where: 105 A Magellan Cir, Webster, TX 77598"
"Core beers: Blueberry Blonde Ale, Ghostship Gose, Sunny Day IPA, Seafoam Cream Ale, Captain's Coffee Stout, Bull Shark Scottish Ale. Seasonal beers: Vernal Equinox IPA (released on the first day of spring each year), Firecracker IPA (released on 4th of July), Oktoberfest Marzen (released in September, leading up to the Oktoberfest celebration), Queen Anne's Revenge Barrel Aged Gose (released on International Women's Day, March 8). Noteworthy: Galveston Bay Beer started a partnership with Floyd's Seafood last year to offer a full-service food menu."