Under the leadership of the renowned pastry chef Marilyn Descours, The Market Cafe offers lunch and dinner six days a week, and brunch on Saturday and Sunday (closed Monday).

You're invited to stop by for a cold or hot sandwich, salad, or a special panini. Entrees, side dishes, salads, and desserts are available to eat-in or take away for dinner at home.

The cafe offers a nice collection of beer and wine (by the bottle or glass), as well as espresso and coffee. Marilyn is available to help you with specialty cakes and desserts as well.

Also consider The Market Cafe for your business or organization lunch. Individual box lunches and sandwich & sweet trays for available for delivery to your office. Simply call the Cafe and share your requirements. Wireless internet available.

Galveston.com Review

Galveston has a growing number of options for inexpensive casual and healthy dining. We were pleased that The Market Café reopened after a brief transition and were determined to give it a try. We had enjoyed the fare under previous owners and hoped the new incarnation would be of the same quality. We were not disappointed by this neighborhood eatery. If anything, the current version surpasses the prior venue.

We chose a sunny late afternoon in warmish spring weather for an early dinner (outside seating is available). The Market closes at 7pm (5pm on Sunday) so plan to go there for brunch, lunch or early dinner, or do take away. Ambience is simple and spare, with enjoyable background music that wasn’t too loud. They have adequate seating for small and large groups. It was not crowded when we arrived only a half hour before closing. Despite our tardiness we never felt rushed.

The menu offers numerous standards, plus daily specials. Feeling vegetarian, I chose the Stuffed Portobello Mushroom with a side of roasted asparagus and new potatoes. The Portobello was substantial and filling, with a delicious cheesy stuffing of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, nicely herbed. The vegetables were well done and tasty. My companion decided on the Shrimp Cakes with remoulade sauce, and a side of grilled vegetables. The Shrimp Cakes were the star of the evening, with big chunks of fresh shrimp and just enough herbed breading. The remoulade sauce was light and tangy. Delicious grilled vegetables included yellow and zucchini squash, portobello mushroom, and red and yellow peppers. They were beautiful as well as delicious.

Talk about comfort food! You can’t beat this place. We have previously tried the meat loaf and felt like we were in Mom’s kitchen. If the ample portions do not deter you, the Café offers several simple, but yummy desserts. We tried a cheesecake brownie and a blondie. Either one would please those seeking something sweet after the main course.

Traffic is heavier at lunchtime, and they have a growing take-away trade. Give The Market a try. It’s located in the San Jacinto/Lost Bayou neighborhood with plenty of on-street parking.

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Rating Rated by Date Review Galveston Guy 8/3/2008 6:03:00 PM Perfect-a great range of items from salads to burgers!! Great wine list-a must for doing the "local" scene! Gayle Peters 5/13/2008 2:29:00 PM What can I say? I have been there 7 times since the beginning of April 2008. I am going again tomorrow with my supervisor and co-workers and I am craving the smoked chicken salad!