25 Essential Galena Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Galena.
Otto's Place
Illinois
Homey, bi-level breakfast & lunch place in a historic building with local art on the walls.
Embe Eatery and Lounge
Illinois
Low-key outpost serving homemade deli style food & American pub grub plus cocktails, beer & wine.
Fried Green Tomatoes
Illinois
Seasonal modern Italian-American dining in a cozy brick-&-stone setting with a tin ceiling & bar.
Fritz & Frites Bistro
Galena, Illinois
Cozy venue preparing European-style fare such as schnitzel, steak frites & garlic roasted chicken.
Log Cabin Steakhouse
Galena, Illinois
Old-fashioned, family-run institution with steaks, seafood, martinis & some Greek items 1937.
Little Tokyo Restaurant
Galena, Illinois
Relaxed eatery offering Japanese cuisine, with an emphasis on seafood, steak dishes & sushi.
Cucina Bella
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Dinner.
Gobbie's Sports Pub & Eatery
Galena, Illinois
Chicago-style pizza & other pub fare, plus TVs for sports, bar games, live music & a beer garden.
Los Aztecas II
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Solo dining. Accessibility. Offerings: Quick bite.
Green Street Tavern
Galena, Illinois
Hotel bar & American grill offering casual eats amid dark-wood decor & old-fashioned accents.
Corner Churro Cafe
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Planning: Quick visit. Payments: Credit cards.
Woodlands Restaurant
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert.
Courtyard Restaurant
Galena, Illinois
Hotel eatery in an expansive, airy setting offering a hearty daytime menu, from eggs to burgers.
Cannova's Pizzeria
Galena, Illinois
Rustic parlor operating since 1921 also serving pasta, starters & sandwiches with beer & wine.
Big Bill's Sandwich Shop and Coffee Bar
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Caliza Mediterranean Cuisine
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
McDonald's
Galena, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Subway
Galena, Illinois
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Dillon's
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for.
Emmy Lou's Café
Galena, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Paradise Bar & Grill
Galena, Illinois
Casual eatery offering familiar American dishes & a weekly buffet brunch in a comfy setting.