Star Wars Fans Can’t Pass Up This Tiny Texas Restaurant Straight Out of a Galaxy Far, Far Away

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… and also right now, in a Texas town not so far away.

In the heart of Killeen, Texas, is an aging brick strip mall with a little green alien beckoning visitors into Galaxy B&B. This hidden gem is a local favorite for burgers and fries, and a legendary pilgrimage for fans of the Star Wars franchise.

“You’ll Never Find a More Wretched Hive…”

When you pull into the narrow parking lot—only long enough for a single line of cars, their bumpers nearly kissing the main road—you might feel like Obi-Wan Kenobi standing outside the Mos Eisley Cantina on Tatooine. Or you might think you took a wrong turn and ended up in Roswell, New Mexico.

A towering retro-style sign reading “Galaxy” stands at the corner of a white-and-window addition reminiscent of Uncle Owen’s moisture farm on Tatooine. There’s a painted “little green man” with huge teardrop eyes—the type of martian long rumored to visit Earth. 

The building is brick with a tin roof, its black paneled walls are trimmed in red, calling to mind Darth Maul’s facial tattoos. Hand-painted starbursts, aliens in flying saucers, and strips of bacon adorn it.

Don’t let the bars on the door dissuade you—you’re about to step through a wormhole into another time and place.

Inside the Galaxy

Model ships including a huge X-wing starfighter hang from the ceiling. The walls are lined with posters and prints from every iteration of Star Wars, from the original trilogy to Disney’s more recent offerings. Shelves bulge with memorabilia, ranging from rare 1970s action figures to modern Funko Pop! figurines.

You might be seated in a retro yellow leather booth below a collection of Star Wars artwork—both officially licensed prints and the work of local artists. 

Or, you might dine at long cafeteria-style tables under the watchful eye of a nearly life-sized inflatable Jabba the Hutt. A cardboard cutout of Princess Leia as a prisoner in Jabba’s palace stands beside him. Darth Vader, droids, and a Mandalorian lurk in other corners.

Up for a game of chance? There may not be a Sabacc table or Dejarik holographic space chess, but you can enjoy an ordinary pool table or a bit of air hockey. The air hockey table is painted with X-wings and TIE fighters so that you can relive classic space battles.

There’s also a vintage 1990s Star Wars Trilogy Arcade game (which I remember playing at Chuck E. Cheese back in the day), where you can wield a lightsaber or fight alongside Luke in the Battle of Hoth. Nearby, a television with classic games like Mario Bros.

You’ll also see the denizens of other space-themed classics, like the big-brained aliens from Mars Attacks!

What’s on the Menu?

Galaxy’s menu is a feast of Star Wars and science fiction “easter eggs.” Some items are given regular outer space names, like the Event Horizon and Ursa Major breakfast plates.

Others are specific Star Wars references that might be overlooked by the uninitiated. The Bacon Awakens references the sequel film The Force Awakens, and 12 parcecs is a reference to Han Solo’s famous brag that his ship could make the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs. 

Princess Buns is a hamburger with two honey buns, top and bottom. You can’t miss the reference to Princess Leia’s famous hairstyle. Other burgers are called The Phantom Patty, Attack of the Patty, Revenge of the Patty, The Empire, Thermal Detonator, and the Dark Side—try it if you dare.

There are breakfasts with names like The Alliance, TIE Interceptor, Bounty Hunter, and Rebel Scum.

The kid’s menu is listed under “Younglings.” Galaxy also hosts an eating challenge that recalls Admiral Ackbar’s most famous words. Be warned before you take it on, as it’s called “It’s a Trap!” 

A la carte items labeled “Droid Items Sold Separately” remind one of the Mos Eisley bartender who said of R2-D2 and C-3P0, “We don’t serve their kind here!”

The menu, like the restaurant itself, also pays homage to other sci-fi classics. Appetizers like Carbonite Clusters and BB-ATE are served under the heading “They’ve Gone to Plaid,” a quote from Spaceballs, a 1987 comedic spoof of Star Wars. 

You’ll also find a sandwich named One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. It shares its name with the acclaimed 1975 drama film.

One of their most unique offerings is the Cereal Bar, where you can become a “cereal killer.” Instead of bottles lined up behind the bar, you’ll find almost every variety of cold cereal imaginable. They offer almond milk as a dairy-free option. 

The menu items may have creative names, but how does it taste? Over 2,000 reviews can’t be wrong: many say that even without the ambiance, they’d be coming back for breakfast or a burger.

Galactic Madness might be the most talked about item on the menu. It’s a double bacon cheeseburger with not one but two grilled cheese sandwiches standing in for the buns. More than one reviewer has called it the “best burger I ever had.”

The breakfasts are also lauded for their generous portions. You’ll notice Tex-Mex fusion in the frequent use of chorizo and jalapeno peppers. 

Another reviewer even applied one of Han Solo’s iconic lines to Galaxy’s appearance versus its flavors: “She may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts, kid.”

Other Secrets of the Galaxy

White Rabbit Tattoo is located adjacent to the Galaxy, in the same building. An interior door passes from the restaurant to the tattoo parlor with a sign reading “Tattooing.” You might just think it says “Tattooine.”

The White Rabbit is adults-only. If stormtroopers try to stop you, waving your hand and saying “You don’t need to see our identification” won’t suffice!

B&B or B&G?

If you’re searching Google Maps for this intergalactic hole in the wall, you may be wondering, “What does B&G stand for?”

I wondered that, too, and I found myself trying to work out words that made sense for a restaurant acronym. The fact that the restaurant doesn’t have an official website to tell its story adds to the confusion.

But although listed as Galaxy B&G on Google Maps, a closer look at the storefront signage reveals the answer. It’s actually Galaxy B&B, not B&G. Here, B&B does not stand for “bed and breakfast,” but “burgers and breakfast.”

Galaxy vs. Other Immersive Star Wars Restaurants

Star Wars themed restaurants have popped up across the country, from Hollywood to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. They are often dark and moody with life-sized aliens and a neon glow—the intention is to transport visitors to the dark underworld of this fictional realm.

If that’s the experience you’re looking for, you won’t find it in Killeen. There are themed restaurants that try to immerse you in a movie scene. Then there’s a place like this one, which reads like a love letter to a lifetime in the Star Wars fandom.

But if you want to wear your Jedi robe or other cosplay items when you come, no one would mind.  In fact, it would probably be celebrated.

You’ll find many guests wearing their favorite Star Wars t-shirts when they visit. If you don’t have one, stop by the gift shop, where you can pick up a Star Wars shirt or a colorful pair of socks featuring various cartoon characters.

You Don’t Have to Travel the Galaxy to Get There

Galaxy B&G is located in the mid-sized city of Killeen, Texas. If you’re wondering where Killeen is located, you’re not alone—I had never heard of it before its Star Wars fame before it appeared on my radar. Killeen is nestled about halfway between Austin and Waco in central Texas.

You can use the map below to navigate to Galaxy B&G. You’ll likely find like-minded sci-fi fans debating the finer points of whether Han shot first or which trilogy was the best.  

Where: 104 W Veterans Memorial Blvd, Killeen, TX 76541

Tip: Don’t let the lack of parking dissuade you. There’s an additional parking lot at the back of the buildings. 

Galaxy Burgers & Breakfast is a bizarre mix of fifty years of Star Wars memorabilia, other sci-fi and video game brands, hearty hamburgers, and down-home breakfasts. Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, a connoisseur of the quirky, or simply hungry, it’s a must-stop in Killeen.

May the Force be with you!