Location: Galena
Top Restaurants in Galena
Top Things to do in Galena
- 1. Blaum Bros. Distilling Co
- 2. Ulysses S. Grant Home
- 3. Galena / Jo Daviess County Historical Society and Museum
- 4. Grant Park
- 5. The Old Blacksmith Shop
- 6. Chestnut Mountain Resort
- 7. Galena Welcome Center
- 8. Washburne House State Historic Site
- 9. Horseshoe Mound
- 10. Mangelsen - Images of Nature Gallery
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Illinois, United States Food Guide: 10 American food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Galena
Reviews on American food in Galena, Illinois, United States. If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an elegant mansion. That house and other restored historic homes are open to the public. There's much more here to fascinate the history enthusiast: the Old Market House and the Historical Society and Museum, housed in a stunning Italianate home. Before its Civil War glory days, Galena was a booming lead-mining town. Today, you can descend underground into the Vinegar Hill Lead Mine. But don't stay down there too long, or you won't get to enjoy the rolling hills and lush valleys of this charming getaway, which also offers fine dining, numerous bed and breakfasts, golfing and antiquing.
Things to do in Galena
10. The Generals' Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 200 reviews
Reviewed By set2go52
This restaurant never fails to deliver the best meal. I enjoyed a wonderful local beef filet mignon done to perfection. The salad was crisp and fresh and the bread was artisan and totally delicious. My husband raved about his seafood plate with crab legs, scallops and shrimp. The service is wonderful and the ambiance inviting and restful.
9. Victory Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 558 reviews
Victory Cafe is located in the heart of Main Street serving up great food in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy our breakfast specialties all day long including fresh baked cinnamon rolls, pancakes, waffles, and omelets. Don't miss daily lunch sp
Reviewed By RogerB1
We enjoyed the experience and the comedic wait staff. Especially Marcos/Bob! Would recommend. We came for Breakfast and were not disappointed.
8. Embe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 393 reviews
Also has a fully stocked bar.
Reviewed By MNwannaB
Ate here for a Fourth of July lunch on a great recommendation from the barista at Kaladi's. Turkey salad sandwich was delicious! My traveling partner had the turkey and roast beef. Love that you can order smaller portions! Both sandwiches were very fresh and tasty. So tempted by the menu. The hot sandwiches and soups sounded delicious but it was just too hot out to go that route :)Service was absolutely top notch. Such nice people!Amazing bargain as well- 2 delicious lunches with sodas for under $17. Can't wait to come back.
7. Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 728 reviews
Celebrate St. Patrickâs Day every day at Frank OâDowdâs Irish Pub & Grill. The beating heart of The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel, the Pubâs rich ornate interior, designed and handcrafted in Ireland, embraces an earlier time.The menu includes American favo
Reviewed By photobug429
We looked at the menu before deciding where to have dinner. The restaurant had plenty of parking. The atmosphere was nice and we were seated so we could see the screen with pictures of Ireland. Irish music was playing part of the time. We both had salmon which came with a nice serving of good vegetables and mashed potatoes. We decided against dessert, but they all sounded good.
6. Durty Gurt's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1072 reviews
Reviewed By Christilee
We were in town visiting family and decided to stop here for lunch while walking around downtown. I wasn't sure if they would have anything to offer my 18 year old who doesn't eat meat, but was pleasantly surprised to find they offer veggie burgers and also turkey burgers. Not much in the way of "lighter fare", but the turkey burger option lightened up the standard burger a bit. The kids shared a malt and it was really malty!! Fun place, if a bit cheesy!
5. Log Cabin Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1383 reviews
Reviewed By stillalarm
Fantastic! Iâd highly recommend Log Cabin to friends and family. A++++A must stop for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
4. Otto's Place
Overall Ratings
4 based on 961 reviews
Breakfast and Lunch
Reviewed By sandraleed
Very pleasant breakfast this morning and our waiter Dillon was super. The owner stopped by to say hi which was nice...Nice relaxing atmosphere
3. Fried Green Tomatoes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1871 reviews
Fried Green Tomatoes proudly serves wonderful steaks and boasts a Wine Spectator Award winning wine menu. Outstanding service and an inviting atmosphere make Fried Green a must stop while in downtown historic Galena, Illinois. Fried Green Tomatoes is the
Reviewed By joseph5734
This was our first time, and we will be returning! My wife had the Filet special and I ordered the Scallops ( diver scallops) my favorite served perfectly prepared. We both ordered Bloody Marys made with Titoâs vodka ( yum yum) which were fantastic! Took dessert Togo as we were really full from our very delicious prepared meals. Our next trip to Galena will include dinner here.
2. Root Beer Revelry
Overall Ratings
4 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By GoHawksAnkenyIowa
We did root beer flights here for $5 each. Fun to taste the different types(vanilla, regular, cinnamon, etc). You can buy on tap or there are several varieties from around the USA. You can also get a root beer float. Connected to the Marriott hotel next door. No food. On the main strip in Galena so with any of the other stores you have to hunt for parking if it is a busy day.
1. Goldmoor Dining
Overall Ratings
4 based on 442 reviews
Unmatched Old World decor, a diverse wine cellar, and premier personal service are all complemented by our chef"s creative cuisine. Enjoy dining in one of our cozy booths or elegant tables with breathtaking views overlooking the Mississippi River.
Reviewed By panielsen
This is an exquisite place inside and out and we were glad we tried it but were just not blown over with our meals as we expected to be. The salad however was the exception with pears, burrata cheese, mixed greens and other touches, it was beautifully presented and tasted wonderful! Hubby had the Red Snapper which he said was ok. I the Vegetables with Homemade Gnocchi with a Pesto Sauce. It was a huge disappointment. Gnocchi was fried and hard not the tenderness I expected, the veggies were big chunks and the carrots were very hard all with little sauce which really would not have made much of a difference. Perhaps because we dined during the week not enough attention was given to our entrees which seemed to lack freshness. The pour of our wines was quite generous! With all the positive reviews I would suggest you try this restaurant. Perhaps ours was a fluke. The owner does come to your table, we just do not like to complain but first impressions really do count.Dear panielsen, thank you for your feed back and we are dissapointed that you did not allow us to make it right. We would have gladly corrected your meal had we known.We will discuss you experience with the chef so we do not have the same experience.
