Peacefully tucked away on a peninsula and off the beaten path, situated only miles away from the sterile franchises of Kemah, sits one of San Leon's favorite local gems overlooking Galveston Bay. An iconic Gulf Coast waterfront dining hideaway enjoyed by locals, fishermen and families alike for over twenty years.
Topwater Grill embodies the coastal causal seafood dining experience while exuding the relaxing vibes that often accompanies a lighthearted saltwater lifestyle from Texas Gulf Coast establishments of years gone by. Priority number one at Topwater Grill is harvesting, serving and preparing fresh Gulf Coast seafood for our guests.
Topwater Grill embodies the coastal causal seafood dining experience while exuding the relaxing vibes that often accompanies a lighthearted saltwater lifestyle from Texas Gulf Coast establishments of years gone by. Priority number one at Topwater Grill is harvesting, serving and preparing fresh Gulf Coast seafood for our guests.
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Topwater Grill has been providing our Gulf Coast casual hospitality for over twenty one years. We can make your party and your vision come to life at any budget. Serving up deliciously fresh, local seafood for your personal, corporate or charitable events overlooking gorgeous Galveston Bay at our festive waterfront setting.
Reviews (10)
Ron Hiel
Jan 11, 2022
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Great tasting and fresh seafood while dining with a view of the Gulf. Great atmosphere as well. Can't beat it and I love seafood now for over 70 years now. Good and friendly waitstaff.
I highly recommend this seafood establishment. Have eaten here twice so far and plan on going back again and again. 70 mile drive but well worth it.
I highly recommend this seafood establishment. Have eaten here twice so far and plan on going back again and again. 70 mile drive but well worth it.
Kevin Jeter
Dec 27, 2021
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James Chavez
Dec 13, 2021
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*** Caleb was definitely a keeper!!!*** He anticipated everything we needed and asked us at the right times for anything else we needed. The appetizers were on point and the food was great. My long drive was well rewarded with great food. Do think some soft or low music inside would help with the mode.
Hannah Holland
Nov 10, 2021
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Kadosa Varga
Nov 02, 2021
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Amanda Valverde
Oct 28, 2021
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Great atmosphere on the water front with large indoor and outdoor seating areas and friendly staff. Our waiter, Johnny, was attentive and our food and drinks came out quickly. For appetizers we had the oysters diablo, bobbers (fried crab balls) and boudin balls. Oysters were fantastic and the crab balls were tasty. I personally did not care for the boudin balls but they were ok. For entrees we had mahi mahi avocado and shrimp brochette. Both entries were served with rice and seasonal steamed veg. Very delicious! We will definitely return.
SoHeavenly
Oct 17, 2021
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James Lauer
Oct 04, 2021
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It's a bit out of they way but it's totally worth going. We have been here 3 times and it's always been fantastic.
Coconut shrimp were cooked perfectly and the mango habanero dip is not over spicy but adds a great flavor
Crab stuffed jalapeños are outstanding
Shrimp brochette were soooooo good
My wife loved the 3rd reef pasta... loaded with seafood...
For those looking for low carb options they allowed us to swap out rice for vegetables
Will be back again soon
Coconut shrimp were cooked perfectly and the mango habanero dip is not over spicy but adds a great flavor
Crab stuffed jalapeños are outstanding
Shrimp brochette were soooooo good
My wife loved the 3rd reef pasta... loaded with seafood...
For those looking for low carb options they allowed us to swap out rice for vegetables
Will be back again soon
David Hathaway
Oct 02, 2021
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Visited for lunch, and there was no wait for seating. We chose indoors seating, but after lunch we went out to watch the boat traffic, and outside seating could have been a better choice.
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We started with margaritas, which weren't impressive, especially considering the price. Not strong nor flavorful.
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The lack of bold flavors continued with our food. I had the Drunken Redfish, which properties to have a wine sauce. It sure enough had a creamy sauce, but there was little flavor to it. The fish itself was well cooked but packed seasoning.
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My wife had the Chili Pepper Redfish Deluxe, which
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We started with margaritas, which weren't impressive, especially considering the price. Not strong nor flavorful.
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The lack of bold flavors continued with our food. I had the Drunken Redfish, which properties to have a wine sauce. It sure enough had a creamy sauce, but there was little flavor to it. The fish itself was well cooked but packed seasoning.
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My wife had the Chili Pepper Redfish Deluxe, which
Factor - Ade
Sep 02, 2021
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Thanks to the Texas bucket list, I heard of this place. Getting there, well there's a lil detour because exit 19 was blocked off due to road work and that's the road that leads you there. But once you're there, you experience the surroundings and the food, getting there was worth it. Forget about restaurants right to the bay. If you sit outside, you're table is literally right next to the bay. I mean mere feet away. Where boats and jet skis can just drive up to the restaurant. Had fun, good food. Service was good, but we had to wait a good minute on our food. If you go. Order nothing but appetizers
