"Cute little bar and eatery with great service and atmosphere. The menu is small, but food is fresh and delicious. They serve a variety of homemade soups that are fantastic, highly recommended! A bowl makes for a great meal, or a cup is a perfect starter. We look forward to returning!"

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Katie remembered us — and that alone earns 5 stars.” Came back to Embe after a previous visit and the second we walked in, Katie recognized us and greeted us like we were regulars. That small gesture? Goes a long way. Especially when you’ve been to places where servers act like they’ve never seen a human before. She was personable, super attentive, and honestly just made the whole experience better without even trying too hard. You could tell she genuinely cared — and that energy made a difference. The food? Solid. Fresh, flavorful, and made right. But the service from Katie? That’s what stuck with us. We’ll definitely be back — and hoping Katie’s working when we do."

"So we stroll into Embe Eatery and Lounge on a whim, thinking we’re just gonna grab a lil’ something-something to eat, right? WRONG. We walked into a full-blown experience. This place didn’t just feed us—it nourished our soul, lit our inner diva on fire, and gave us a reason to believe in small-town food miracles again. Let’s start with the food: Baby… everything we ordered tasted like someone’s grandma and a gourmet chef got together and said, “Let’s blow their minds.” Sandwiches? Stacked, juicy, flavorful. Sides? Crisp, seasoned, and addictive. I had to stop myself from licking the plate—but also? No shame if I had. This ain’t no basic bar food—this is comfort cuisine couture. Now... Katie. Let me say this loud enough for the people in the back: KATIE. IS. A. VIBE. She didn’t just serve the table, she served. Sass, charm, wit, and warmth all rolled into one delightful human being. You know how sometimes a server checks on you like they’re just doing their job? Nah, Katie checked on us like she meant it. I felt like I was being taken care of by my favorite cousin who’s also lowkey a therapist and highkey the hostess of the year. The ambiance? Dimmed lights, cool energy, no pressure, no pretense. Like a lounge that whispered, “Come as you are, leave feeling fabulous.” Bottom line? Embe is a whole mood. If you’re in Galena and you don’t stop here, I don’t know what to tell you. Enjoy your bland vacation, I guess. But if you want flavor, service, and ✨vibes✨—go to Embe. And if Katie’s on shift? Honey, you hit the jackpot."

"The food was exceptionally good. We particularly enjoyed the corned beef brisket sandwich and the chicken cilantro salad; they were both delicious! The staff were friendly and attentive, and the gentleman who served our food was notably hardworking. The restroom was also very clean."