Seen right: Marinated crab fingers, cold boiled shrimp, avocado-lump crab cocktail, oysters Rockefeller and oysters on the half shell.
Photography by Jim Caldwell
Known for serving fresh seafood specialties and recognized nationally as one of the top upscale seafood restaurants, Willie G’s has established itself as the premier seafood house in the Galleria area. If you’re looking for the freshest Gulf seafood, succulent steaks and unsurpassed service, Willie G’s is sure to deliver.
The extensive menu boasts such time-honored favorites as Blackened Snapper Kathleen topped with lemon butter, shrimp, jumbo lump crab and mushrooms; the Ultimate Seafood Platter featuring stuffed crab, stuffed shrimp, fish fillet, fried shrimp, fried oysters, enbrochette, crab fingers, and crab balls; and the famous Crab Cake served with avocado salsa and roasted red pepper sauce. In addition to making Food Critic Tom Horan’s Top 10 list in the seafood category, Willie G’s is also celebrated for perfectly prepared, tender and juicy Certified Angus steaks served in Willie G’s signature style.
Willie G’s offers a distinguished yet comfortable dining experience. Guests dine in a handsome atmosphere of rich, dark woods and granite, adorned with beautiful artwork and décor. The local business crowd flocks to the restaurant for a light lunch of freshly shucked oysters or a bowl of Willie G’s famous seafood gumbo. In the evenings, wine aficionados enjoy perusing Willie G’s extensive wine list to find the perfect pairing for their meal.
The Board Room is unrivaled for private business meetings with its centerpiece being a long, grand mahogany table. The Wine Room and the Pontchartrain Room provide a sophisticated ambiance and are ideal for parties and other mid- to large-sized events.
Since opening in 1980, Willie G’s has been a favorite among the local business crowd, area residents, and travelers alike. The wide variety of delicacies at Willie G’s offers a multitude of choices for all guests. For lunch or dinner, Willie G’s upscale cuisine, elegant atmosphere, and superior service are always made to order.
Post Oak: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Galveston: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Menu Highlights
APPETIZERS
Oyster Bar Trash
Blackened shrimp and crabmeat
Crab Cake
Served with avocado salsa and a roasted red pepper sauce
Oysters Rockefeller
Traditional-style of oysters baked with spinach, bacon, cream cheese, and anisette
Seafood Filé Gumbo
Shrimp, crab and oysters in a rich, dark roux-based stock
Iceberg Wedge
With fresh beefsteak tomatoes, red onions, and chunky blue cheese dressing
ENTRÉES
Mahi Mahi
Grilled Mahi Mahi topped with crab avocado pico de gallo
Ahi Tuna
Fresh ginger and pepper-crusted
Steak Opelousas
Certified Angus steak topped with shrimp, crab, crawfish, and mushrooms in a red wine sauce
Angel Hair Pasta
Tossed with seasonal shellfish, mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, and basil
Shrimp Fresca
Shrimp dusted in a blend of imported cheeses, sautéed and topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, all served on a bed of angel hair pasta
NY Strip
Center-cut and served with a loaded baked potato
Thai Pepper Shrimp
With sweet and hot Thai pepper sauce
Snapper Pamela
With shrimp, scallops, and sautéed mushrooms
Willie G's Seafood and Steak House
• 1605 Post Oak Blvd. Houston, Texas 77056
(713) 840-7190
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• Pier 21 on Galveston Island
(409) 762-3030
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