Embe Eatery and Lounge
We are Embe Eatery and Lounge, and we have been a locally owned and operated restaurant and bar in Galena, IL since 2011. We offer homemade deli style food, gourmet soups, sandwiches, and salads. Our kitchen specializes in from-scratch cooking using quality ingredients to bring you our family’s delicious recipes. We have an enormous selection of regional and craft beers, specialty martinis, mixed drinks, wine and more. You can always expect a warm, friendly environment and exceptional service at Embe. Make sure to save room for the world’s best bread pudding – so we’ve been told…
Jeffrey Klein
- 12/10/2024
"Great comfortable spot and in town. Delicious salads (and egg salad!) two thumbs up on cream of mushroom soup 👍 👍.
VERY spe..."
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"Great comfortable spot and in town. Delicious salads (and egg salad!) two thumbs up on cream of mushroom soup 👍 👍.
VERY special shout out to DAN behind the bar. He was Incredibly pleasant and resourceful —for things to see/visit on our stay. A great way to begin our holiday-Thank you Dan!"
Brandy Pierson
- 11/13/2024
"Had a great time here for lunch, service was fast and the food was great. The pastrami was delicious."
Abigail Christiansen
- 11/10/2024
"Food and staff are great! Very fun martini list as well."
Bev Keeler
- 11/5/2024
"The bread pudding is a must"
Sarah Luebke
- 10/28/2024
"We had such a great time here that we ended up visiting twice in one day! The drinks were fantastic, and the friendly staff a..."
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"We had such a great time here that we ended up visiting twice in one day! The drinks were fantastic, and the friendly staff and welcoming patrons made the atmosphere even better. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in Galena!"
Jennifer Alexander
- 10/22/2024
"We arrived late in town (9:30 pm) and so glad embe was open. We both got the corned beef brisket sandwich and it was deliciou..."
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"We arrived late in town (9:30 pm) and so glad embe was open. We both got the corned beef brisket sandwich and it was delicious! Hubs got the seafood chowder and he said was excellent. Danny was our server and he was fantastic."
Marcia Torning
- 10/19/2024
"Fun eatery! Quick service and delicious seafood chowder!!"
Curt E.
- 10/10/2024
"This place is a vibe! When you're walking down main street in Galena and pass this place you wouldn't think what's inside wou..."
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"This place is a vibe! When you're walking down main street in Galena and pass this place you wouldn't think what's inside would be so full of flavor! This reminded me of a classic, small, Midwest hole in the wall bar with excellent service and a killer menu! Their coleslaw is house made, their pork is slow cooked over night, their house made horseradish sauce is perfect, AND they get their bread fresh from a local bakery every morning! I will eat here every time I'm in Galena! I got the Cuban Sandwich and my love got their PB&, with chips! Accidentally posted this review on a wrong account."