Star Drug Store

Star Drug Store is a one-stop sweet shop for everything ice cream, milkshake, and soda jerk related, and they also have incredible sandwiches and breakfast. But they round out our Cajun list with their service of another New Orleans specialty, Chickory Coffee, also known as the official Mardi Gras hangover cure. Chickory is the root of the lettuce plant endive, which was originally roasted and added to coffee for the sole purpose of stretching out the supply during lean times in the 19th century.

Star Drug Store is the oldest drug store in Texas and home to Galveston's first desegregated lunch counter. First opened at the turn of the 20th century, the store has been serving soda fountain favorites and deli counter classics since 1917. Whether you're just stopping in for an egg cream or banana split or you want heartier fare like eggs Benedict or a Reuben sandwich (served on homemade rye), the food and the atmosphere are why Star Drug Store has been a Galveston classic for decades.

If you’re in the mood for a classic, comfort-food breakfast, Star Drug Store is the place to go. As the oldest drug store in Texas, this breakfast restaurant offers a nostalgic setting and simple breakfast options like pancakes, waffles, omelets, a plate of eggs made just the way you like it, breakfast meats, country grits, and toast. Apart from breakfast, Star Drug Store also offers a variety of lunch options like salads, soups, sandwiches, burgers and milkshakes.

Old-timey Star Drug Store is a staple on the Strand Historic District in Galveston, with a vintage soda fountain counter that serves breakfast, lunch, and milkshakes. The simple menu includes morning favorites like pancakes, waffles, omelets, and a made-to-order plate of eggs, breakfast meats, country grits, and toast. If you don't make it for breakfast, this is also a great spot to grab a quick deli sandwich and ice cream to go while sightseeing downtown.

Another absolute gem located in Galveston's historic downtown, Star Drug Store is the Oldest Drug Store in Texas, orginally opening its doors in 1890!. Today, they serve very good breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch, as well as old-fashion soda fountain treats, from behind their original 1917 horseshoe-shaped counter. (1917 is the year the Star began serving food.) The Star made history when it became the first desegregated lunch counter in Galveston.

After a day in the coastal sun, you crave shelter, cool treats and food. For those who show up to the Star Drug Store in flip-flops and seek a heartier meal, there’s the patty melt with melted Swiss and grilled onions served on Texas toast or a grilled half-pound Angus beef patty burger on a bun with mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion (bacon is extra). Co-owner Natili Monsrud has kept things traditional at the fountain, but updated a bit.

The Star Drug Store claims to be ‘the oldest drug store in Texas’ and, oh yeah, they’re also a full restaurant with breakfast, lunch, brunch, and a soda fountain!. The Porch Cafe serves up another unique dining experience with an all-you-can-eat pancake bar that is, of course, best enjoyed on the front porch where you can enjoy the breeze blowing in from the water nearby.

510 23rd St, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX 77550-1906+1 409-766-7719 See Menu. Star Drug Store blends history with hospitality, making it a Galveston landmark you can taste as well as see. Step inside and you’ll find a restored soda fountain counter, chrome stools, and old-school charm.

Star Drug Store in Galveston offers a delightful selection of dreamy ice creams. The atmosphere is vintage and charming, complementing the decadent treats perfectly. The sundaes are works of art, with heavenly flavors that transport you to ice cream paradise.

Star Drug Store ranks among the best Galveston family-friendly restaurants for its nostalgic feel and historic charm. It’s also one of the oldest drug stores in Texas and even features a soda fountain. Star Drug Store opens for breakfast and lunch.

Star Drug is the oldest drug store in Texas, with a fun vintage diner style seating and really great food. No matter when you visit, you’ll come to eat and end up lingering just for the sake of nostalgia. There is a lot of history in the building.

Housed in what was a pharmacy in the 1800s, this diner is one of the best places to eat breakfast in Galveston, with its delicious wraps, sandwiches and omelets, plus coffee and juice.

Pictured Above: Oysters Benedict from Sunflower Bakery, Hot Lava Cake Sundae from Star Drug Store, Coffee and Mimosa from Porch Cafe, Ceviche and Fried Green Tomatoes from Porch Cafe

Called “the Oldest Drug Store in Texas,” Star Drug features Deli fare and an old-fashioned soda fountain, and food is served at a U-shaped counter in a vintage setting.

We were down for the Lone Star Rally. Working early to late hours daily. We were able to make it over on our last day and have dinner. We were way...