Galveston.com Review

What would the Seawall be without The Spot? We went there with friends recently when we wanted a casual and moderately-priced dinner. It was a hot day so we sat inside by the windows and the beautiful view of the Gulf. Self-service concept has you order at the counter. Lines were short so we ordered quickly, went next door for our happy hour Shiner Bock, and came back and settled in for a short wait while our food was prepared. We didn't have to wait long before we were buzzed to collect our goodies.

My companion had his favorite, the Gobbler Sandwich with a side of onion rings to keep it from being too healthy. The burgers at the Spot come with the best grilled buns and freshest trimmings (from a self-serve bar where you can get everything from pickles to jalapenos). With these additions, the sandwiches and burgers become so large that it's hard to get your teeth around them. This Gobbler was as good as he'd expected. Onion rings were once again the best, with plenty to share. You've got to try the onion rings! I don't even like onion rings but I love these.

I broke out of routine and ordered something different, the Caribbean Salad, with added grilled chicken. I loved it! Try imagining a mixture of lettuce, spinach, and spring mix tossed with spicy grilled chicken, fresh mango and strawberries, blue cheese, and walnuts, all drizzled with a slightly-sweet fig vinaigrette. This may become my new favorite, replacing the grilled chicken burger which is oh-so-healthy.

The Spot is a rarity, an establishment which consistently has good food even through changes of ownership. Go by car, by foot, by bike, skateboard, etc., but be sure to have a bite at The Spot.