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El Galleon- Avalon, Avalon, CA

El Galleon- Avalon

4.0
4
24 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
El Galleon is an American fine dining spot on Catalina Island that offers delicious steaks, lobsters, and more in a casual setting that is perfect for lunch or a nice dinner out. This location frequently hosts special events, and always has great deals on mixed drinks at the bar for happy hour.

El Galleon's menu starts with appetizers like grilled artichoke or scallop chowder. Guests can try the local favorite luau pork barbecue ribs, served with onion rings, or go for a delicious meal of lobster, king crab, rib eye or prime rib. The sunset menu at El Galleon is a prix fixe menu that includes all the local favorites with delicious sides, freshly baked bread and an ice cream sundae.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 510-1188
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 24 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Galleon in Avalon offers "good food and pleasant wait staff," attracting visitors with its prime rib and diverse menu. Diners appreciate the "fast and friendly service" and strong drinks. While some note the cost of bottled water, the "fun dining on the malecon" experience remains a highlight.

24 Reviews
  1. Gregg

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food and convenient location. Service was wonderful and the food was very filling.

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  2. Stephanie

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The chowder was very good and it was a big serving. Mike ordered the bison and pulled pork sandwich. It was good but the bbq sauce overwhelmed the taste of the bison so he wasn’t sure how the bison actually tasted. Our server was very good and attentive. One thing to note is when you ask for water, you will get a bottle of water for $1.50. The Island is doing a great job on conserving water

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    Orange County

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Your typical tourist trap restaurant. Food was ok, but expensive. The worst part of this experience was how they charged us for water without informing us. Upon getting seated, we are offered water - your standard restaurant task. However, It was $1.50/water. Ridiculous! We asked the waiter why we were charged for regular water and his excuse is "water isn't safe to drink on Catalina so you have to get bottled water." Dishonesty and thievery. Do not recommend this place

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fast and friendly service, good food and drinks. Great place for larger groups.

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  5. LindsayR

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is delicious- highly recommend the grilled artichoke for a starter and the prime rib for the entree!

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  6. lajollafamily

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun dining on the malecon. Food was good; service was marginal.

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  7. RJS6675

    Chicago

    161 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    161 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Local bar with good food and pleasant wait staff!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the prime rib and my husband had the half rack of ribs. Both meals looked and tasted very good. This was our first time eating at this restaurant and we will definitely eat here again.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service and food. I would visit it again next time.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent server. Our drinks were strong! (just how we like them) We chose wings as an appetizer, they were perfectly spicy! We also had a traditional burger and fish tacos. The only disappointment was karaoke is only on the weekend. and we went on a Tuesday. Next time on the island were booking a weekend stay.

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El Galleon- Avalon is rated 4 stars by 24 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for El Galleon- Avalon

411 Crescent Ave., PO Box 158, Avalon, CA 90704

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Catalina Island
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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