Many people love a Christmas holiday spent at home, staying warm as the snow starts to fall. While this romantic idea for the holidays is always a fun one, you sure cannot beat an enjoyable vacation by the Gulf spent here in Galveston. You can form new family memories while still enjoying many activities you love. This can include enjoying a Christmas dinner in Galveston with everyone. There are a few ways to do this, including finding a restaurant open to dine in at, ordering take-out from a local restaurant, or simply making a meal at your vacation rental. Here are the best ways to do just that:
Dining In for Christmas Dinner
It can be difficult to find a restaurant open on Christmas Day if you do not know where to look. Many business owners choose to close for the day to spend time with families. Luckily, we know a few restaurants that will remain open, making it easy to enjoy your holiday meal. One such location is Millers Seawall Grill that has been open since 1976. The restaurant offers a casual ambience perfect for families who want a no frills kind of experience. However, do not mistake casual for low quality, as the entire menu is absolutely delicious.
Millers is known specifically for their seafood, but the menu offers several options. Try out the appetizers such as hush puppies and corn chowder that are local favorites. Whenever you order your entrees, you can always order a few of the platters to share amongst the family. The Millers Platter is massive with fresh seafood, fried shrimp and fish, gumbo, chowder, and crab balls. Additional favorites on the menu include tacos, shrimp and grits, steak, grilled seafood, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and much more. There is always dessert on the menu to indulge a sweet tooth in the party. You can order a variety of adult beverages for the adults to pair with their meal. If you want to enjoy your meal in the morning, they also offer a breakfast menu. Make sure to arrive early for your meal as Millers Seawall Grill is always popular, especially on a day when other restaurants are closed.
Additional restaurants that are typically open on Christmas Day include Hearsay on the Strand, Landry’s Prime Seafood & Steaks, and more. Make sure to place a reservation if available prior to you heading out to ensure you have a table!
Ordering Take-Out Here in Galveston
If you want to have the delicious food from local restaurants but the comfort of your vacation rental simply order take-out to go. Several restaurants in the area offer take-out services that make it easy to place your order and pick it up when its ready. One local favorite that is known for a variety of seafood and Italian dishes that offers takeout is Mario’s Seawall Italian & Pizzeria. This local joint serves up freshly prepare seafood along with fried seafood. The Italian dishes are the big winner with baked lasagna, deep dish pizza, and an assortment of other pasta dishes. Galveston is also known for having a great creole market for our restaurants. Little Daddy’s Gumbo Bar offers creole along with American and Cajun cuisine. Order a takeout meal with beignets, fried shrimp, and even prime rib gumbo; yum! For some cuisine south of the border you can order from Taquilo’s Tex Mex Cantina. Their take-out services will include a variety of Southwestern and Mexican cuisine including their fan favorite tuna ceviche. Of course, there is no more noticeable restaurant here in Galveston than Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. They continue to offer take-out services for Christmas to enjoy their world famous shrimp and cocktail sauce.
Prepare a Meal in Your Vacation Rental
Stay at “home” for Christmas by kicking back in your vacation rental and preparing a meal all on your own. Our rentals offer spacious kitchens that will make it easy to prepare a meal for the holidays. Extended countertops and full-size appliances make it easy to prepare each of the entrees and sides all at once. Most of our homes also feature spacious dining rooms so everyone can sit down together for the meal too. All you need are ingredients found at the nearest grocer or market! We make you feel right at home for Christmas dinner.
Get Ready for More Holiday Fun
Christmas dinner is just one of the many ways to spend your holiday vacation here in Galveston. Simply find your favorite property in our selection so you can see just how great Galveston really is during the holidays.
