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Name: Embe Eatery and Lounge
Telephone: (815) 777-2323

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Embe Eatery and Lounge

About Us

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…

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Homemade Food
Scratch Kitchen
Late Night Food
Extensive Cocktail and Beer Menu
Family Owned Business
Exceptional Customer Service
Reasonable Prices

Our Services include:

Call Ahead
Carryout
Dine-In
Private Parties by Appointment Only

Our Products include:

Food
Wine
Beer
Mixed Drinks
Lunch Specials
Dinner
Martini
Deli Style Food
Fresh Sliced Deli Meat
Soup
Salads
Drinks

Testimonials

On 5/20/2025 John Zurick had this to say:
Great little place in downtown Galena to visit. The owner gave us a nice little history of Embe. Best Queso dip and Bleu Cheese soup we've ever had!

On 5/3/2025 C Fair had this to say:
Excellent spot in Galena. Soup was interesting, bartenders were friendly and served a solid cocktail. I recommend!

On 5/2/2025 P & K Lubeck had this to say:
Mushroom artichoke soup is delicious.

On 4/28/2025 Kristin Heisinger had this to say:
Gluten free soups and regular sandwiches.. 00 beer and Coors light and a bloody Mary! Salad was very fresh and learned music art was from the Skidmore gallery! The Skidmore was not open but will look online!

On 4/19/2025 Arthur Winstein had this to say:
Very delicious homemade soup. Sandwich was unique and delicious.

Contact Us

Embe Eatery and Lounge
233 S Main St Galena, IL 61036
Phone: (815) 777-2323

Across from the Desoto Hotel

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Android Pay, Apple Pay, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Debit Cards, Cash

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM