Riondo's Ristorante

4.7

1164 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

28 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Great for fine wines

Riondo's serves a casual lunch and upscale dinner with unmatched hospitality on the strand in Galveston. Riondo's also provides a private banquet room for rehearsal dinners, small weddings and all your special occasion needs. Chef Rico provides housemade pastas, mozzarella cheese, artisan breads and Gulf Coast Fresh Seafood, and local farm to market produce. Located in the historical Strand District in Galveston, come enjoy a romantic night at Riondos.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
Phone number
(409) 621-9595
Website
http://www.riondos.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Rico Caminos
Catering
Custom menus created by Chef Rico
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Riondo's Ristorante can accommodate all your special event needs.

Location
2328 Strand Ave, Galveston, TX 77550
Area
Galveston
Cross Street
24th
Parking details
Valet parking available at the Tremont House located one block away, or there is $5 parking located across from the railroad museum on 25th Street
Entertainment
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,164 people are saying

Riondo's Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Galveston
Best Value
Galveston
Good for groups
Galveston
Hot spot
Galveston
Neighbourhood gem
Galveston
Great for fine wines
Galveston
Great for outdoor dining
Galveston
Romantic
Galveston
Lively

Review summary

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Riondo's Ristorante delights with "the best Italian food," impeccable service, and a "wonderful atmosphere," perfect for any occasion. Diners rave about the "amazing" scallops, veal, and cocktails. While some mention noise, the "attentive" staff and "delicious" meals ensure a memorable experience. "Highly recommended" for both locals and visitors.

1,164 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything at Riondo’s was great! Our waiter, Richard, was attentive but not intrusive. The menu offered something for everyone’s taste and it was reasonable. We will definitely go again!
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CHARLES VIP
New Mexico7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food excellent service wonderful atmosphere perfect for a party of seven
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MikeFromDallas VIP
Dallas31 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent, best Italian food I have had in a very long time. Service was attentive and professional. Highly recommended.
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Mike VIP
Houston30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eric was such a fabulous waiter and the specials tonight where so good! We have never had a bad meal here and the wines are second to none!
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Rob VIP
Houston36 reviews
4.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
very good food with better service. Unfortunately there to many "pre-cruise" guests starting to go there and it is becoming loud and not a very good spot for date night for locals Owner was in there and was a little rude as he did not socialize with any of the guests.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Houston3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Fairly new bartender has changed our experience dramatically. For the most part she is unfriendly and unwelcoming which is RARE for a bartender! She basically ignores you initially then will stop and ask if there’s anything we need? As the stay continues she will be slightly friendly but that mood is subject to change at any time. 1st experience was 3/2 and when my husband asked for a drink after sitting at the bar for 10-12 minutes was told “patience is a virtue”. This visit 3/9 he wasn’t with me thank goodness. He would not have been happy. 😞😞 We LOVE Riondo’s and have been regulars for YEARS. Just not enjoying the current situation.
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Kevin VIP
Houston31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Joshua did a great job. The food was amazing. Never disappoints.
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deannan
Houston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s Mardi Gras and it was super busy as always as expected! I go to this restaurant faithfully every year at Mardi Gras or if I’m cruising! They never disappoint!
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Bill VIP
Houston21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous location for watching Mardi Gras Parades and fine dining. The outdoor seating is great allowing catching beads. Food superb as always- the Riondos sampler appetizers are a tasty and great value. We split a Caesar salad and the Veal Chop extraordinar!
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Susan VIP
Houston13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Riondo's! We had a fabulous table in the vault and wonderful service by Joshua. The cocktails and food were perfect on a chilly and rainy night. Thank you!
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FAQs

Riondo's Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (409) 621-9595.

Riondo's Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 1164 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

28 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

2328 Strand Ave, Galveston, TX 77550

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
24th
Area
Galveston
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet parking available at the Tremont House located one block away, or there is $5 parking located across from the railroad museum on 25th Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Rico Caminos
Entertainment
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.riondos.com/
Phone number
(409) 621-9595
Catering
Custom menus created by Chef Rico
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Riondo's Ristorante can accommodate all your special event needs.

Riondo's Ristorante

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About this restaurant

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Tiramisu Crepes

Margherita

Prosciutto di Parma Bread

Daily Drink Specials

Wine Down WednesdayUS$5.00

Thirsty ThursdaysUS$3.00

Whiskey FridaysUS$15.00

Scrappy SaturdaysUS$8.00

Tropical SundaysUS$8.00

Main

WellsUS$3.00

Domestic BeerUS$2.00

Imported / Special BeerUS$3.00

$2 Off Wine by the Glass

MartinisUS$5.00

Happy Hour $7 Apps

Chicken Pram Skewers

Bruschetta

Baby Caprese

Mini (1 Topping) Pizzetta

Fried Ravioli

Riondo's Meatballs

Fried "Riondo Mozz"

Fried Calamari

Fruit & Cheese Plate

Fried Zucchini

Spinach Gnocchi w/ Prosciutto

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