Exploring Galveston’s seafood scene: A taste of tradition and innovation

Galveston is known for its laid-back coastal vibe, rich history, and, of course, seafood. However, despite its proximity to the water, not all Galveston restaurants are sourcing fresh Gulf seafood.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, we’re bringing you part one of the crew’s road trip to Galveston in search of the area’s freshest seafood.

Host Chris Shepherd set out to sort out the local spots that are sourcing locally and serving up some of the best dishes in town. His search led him to two must-try spots – one of the oldest restaurants in Houston, Gaido’s Seafood, and one of the newest, The Fancy.

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Founded in 1911, Gaido’s remains a family-run restaurant four generations later. Chris sat down with Nick Gaido to learn the history behind the restaurant and how it’s built a name and earned a James Beard award with its fresh, Gulf-to-table seafood like American Red Snapper and Texas-raised Gulf oysters…

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