Location: Galesburg
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Top Things to do in Galesburg
- 1. Discovery Depot Children's Museum
- 2. The Galesburg Antique's Mall Co.
- 3. Galesburg Railroad Museum
- 4. Carl Sandburg State Historic Site
- 5. Vintages Tasting Room
- 6. Galesburg Area Convention And Visitors Bureau
- 7. Old Main, Knox College
- 8. Attic Antiques
- 9. Northgate Lanes
- 10. Bunker Links Golf Course
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Most Popular Italian food in Galesburg, Illinois, United States
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Galesburg. Galesburg is a city in Knox County, Illinois, United States. This city is forty-five miles northwest of Peoria. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 32,195. It is the county seat of Knox County. Galesburg is home to Knox College, a private four-year liberal arts college, and Carl Sandburg College, a two-year community college.
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6. Alfano's Pizzeria
Reviewed By Steven C
I stopped by this place for dinner one night while visiting family in the area. I had had Alfano's stuffed pizza in years past and wanted to give it a try again. I checked the online reviews and a couple said the pizza was good but mentioned that they had gotten the wrong pizzas. First, this place is a small, dirty, and run down building that looks like it is barely standing. I entered to find others waiting for their pizza and a bunch of kids standing behind the counter talking and ignoring everything else. One guy was on the phone apologizing to someone for giving them the wrong pizza (a recurrent theme). After the guy behind the counter finally got done apologizing to the person on the phone, he went off and completely ignored me. The guy came back and told the people ahead of me that the cook had cooked the wrong pizza for them and did they mind? The customer said he wanted what he ordered and that the cook would have to redo it. (They ended up giving him $5 and the wrong pizza in addition to the right one but it took an additional 45 minutes.) When they finally took my order, the guy told me they had no ice, the soda machine didn't work, and they only had single cans or 2 liter bottles of soda. I got a salad (nothing special) and waited a very long time for my pizza. Finally, the guy who took my order came out and apologized for the wait. I asked how much longer for the wait and he ran into the kitchen. The guy came out a couple of minutes later and put a pizza in front of me but it was not what I ordered. When I told him that, he didn't seem to remember what I had ordered and he ran into the kitchen once again only to return to say that the cook had misread the order and that I could just take that pizza with a discount. (Not sure how the cook can misread a computer printed order slip.) When I said that wasn't satisfactory and that I wanted the pizza I ordered, the guy seemed confused and had to keep repeating, "You mean you want the cook to remake it.?" Finally, he said it would be an additional 25 minutes or more for the correct pizza. I ended up leaving and coming back to get the pizza. The entire ordeal took right at 2 hours and I will NEVER come back to this place again. The pizza was ok, but it definitely was not worth the massive headache I went through. Based on the fact that no less than 4 different people received incorrect pizzas on this night that I know of (including me), I cannot recommend this location. There are other better pizza places in Galesburg.
5. Cellar Pizzeria and Pub
Overall Ratings
3 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By tcdman
We discovered the Cellar on a recent trip to Galesburg and have been there twice. Both times it was a great experience with really good food. The atmosphere is a little casual, but it's cute and comfortable. On the last visit our waitress was very efficient and attentive. We ordered all of the specials - $10 bottle of wine, $5 flat bread appetizer and $8 stuffed shells. The food tasted homemade and fresh, including the salad and bread sticks that came with the meal. We were very impressed by the quality of our food for the prices they charged. On our first visit we had the pizza, which was also good. On our way out we ran into the owner, who was very friendly and seemed genuinely interested in asking about our experience and the food. On our next trip to Galesburg I think we will try the sister restaurant, Figs, which is upstairs.
4. Jimmy's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Derrick A
Jimmy's Pizza used to be in Wataga for many years until a tragic fire totally destroyed the business in 2017. The owners had planned on rebuiling on the original site, but they were unable to. This was very disappointing to their customers and themselves.They have now reopened in Galesburg, Illinois at 379 E. Tompkins St.Their hours are:Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11 am - 10 pmFriday and Saturday: 11 am - 11 pmClosed on Monday'sThe current place is three times the size as their old place in Wataga. Their kitchen alone here is half the total building of their old store. This is a much better place. Because of the bigger kitchen, they now are able to handle a larger crowd and the food gets to you quicker than before.Their pizza is along the lines of a thin crust (I personaly prefer a handtossed), but their pizza was not greasy as compared to the Pizza House thin crust pizza or the last pepporoni pizza that we had at the Galesburg Happy Joe's (that place is going down hill).We had ordered The Jimmy's Combo for our appetizer. It was $8.50. You got Mozzarella sticks, fried green beans, breaded dill pickles and taco bits. Everything was good. My only complaint was that for this price the portion size should've been double. No complaints on the taste of the combo however. I'll probably order it again.For our pizza we had ordered (or so we thought) was half ham and half supreme. We received have pepporoni and half supreme. Maybe the wife had ordered the pepporoni, we were unsure, but it was fine as we usually order a pepporoni when ordering pizza.The pizza was good. Again, I prefer a handtossed crust. Perhaps one day they'll make one. The toppings were good. Their pizza is better than the Pizza House. I have not tried their other dishes here.The decor is antique era. They have some old bicycles hanging on the wall, old board games, musical instruments. Their pizza menu is on old 33 vinyl records just as their menu was at the old place. They also have a updated menu as well wish has their sandwhiches and other food on it. They have a full bar with Bud Light, Miller Lite, Blue Moon and an IPA on tap. Other variety are in bottles. Parking is along the street. The business next door used to let them use their parking lot, but they got tired of cleaning it up so they no longer let people park there after hours. You WILL BE TOWED if you park there the sign says.All in all, the new place is much better than the old. We will probably be back again. I'm curious as to what their burgers taste like.
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3. La Gondola Spaghetti House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By mkehoe123
This is a small regional chain. Baked fresh bread, family sauce recipe for the spaghetti and the best gondola sandwiches... you can pick up the perfect dinner when the schedule is full for a reasonable dollar amount! Remember yo order a dude if their famous cinnamon bread!!!! Delicious!!!! And healthy!
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2. The Pizza House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By gcp1977
We have eaten pizzas and sandwiches from here for years (mostly delivery) and have never had a bad experience. Our latest dinner consisted of a deluxe pizza, an Atomic Sub, and an ala carte spaghetti. The order arrived in a timely manner and the delivery person was quite personable. The food was hot and delicious. We had plenty left over for another meal the following day. The only complaint I have is that the Sub had too much mayo on it. This can easily be corrected next time by requesting less or none. We have known the Sperlins for years and appreciate the time and effort that they put into their restaurant. We will continue to support this establishment and encourage you to give it a try.
1. Baked
Overall Ratings
5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By liz_tridelta
I just LOVE to find places like this! Great food and great people!! Wish I still went to college here!!
