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Embe

233 S. Main St., Galena, IL 61036
815-777-2323
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Ranked #10 of 33 restaurants in Galena
Price range: ₹289 - ₹867
Cuisines: Healthy
Dining options: After-hours
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Dining options: After-hours
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Davenport, Iowa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

I didn't eat here but the food did smell great. Instead, I stopped here both nights while visiting because it was the best bar in town. Great drinks, good service by the bartenders. The bartenders were very personable and engaging. Live band on Saturday which was cool. It was the only place that had good energy, great drinks, and somewhere... More

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Orland Park, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Had a late dinner here. Food and service was great. Some woman at a table near us had the bread pudding and heard them raving about it. Great atmosphere.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013 via mobile

Sandwiches very small! Service is ok. Just average place that looks very nice inside. Had there "famous" bread pudding is was ok. I personaly like the bread pudding at Greenstreet tavern at desoto house better. I thought a little to expensive for what u get

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

We made the excellent and lucky choice to visit Embe in galena. We met the owner, owner's son and staff at this lovely small restaurant/pub in downtown Galena. The food was great- the homemade soups were divine. Dont pass on the bread pudding either. Everything is home made and it tastes like it is! Prices fopr a resort community were... More

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Blue Springs, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We stopped here for dinner on a Saturday night. We didn't want a big meal and ordered soup and salad. Both were excellent. The service was great too. Not too overbearing but enough to take care of all our needs in a timely manner. It was reasonably priced and we enjoyed it. We tried the bread pudding and agreed that... More

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Iowa City, Iowa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013 via mobile

My wife and I spent our 21st anniversary in Galena and had a very nice lunch at Embe. The soup was very good as was the sandwiches. Portions are just enough, not leaving you hungry or bloated. The bread pudding was the fantastic.

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Woodridge, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Our B&B hosts recommended this place for lunch and we loved it. We have to come back for their famous bread pudding and maybe one of their fun cocktails!

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Knife River, Minnesota
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15 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Do not miss eating at Embe while you are in Galena, especially if you're looking for soup and sandwiches. Do Not leave without trying the fresh mushroom, artichoke, roasted tomato, gluten-free soup. It is robust, creamy and oh, so flavorful. Do not leave without digging into the freshly made bread pudding. Charlie's table service was attentive, pleasant and friendly. He... More

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Zion, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

The soups listed on the outdoor menu drew us in. I had the Cream of Mushroom, Artichoke and Sun dried tomato soup. It was delish! The service was excellent. A nice friendly casual place. Liked the music playing (oldies of course) and it was not too loud.

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Beach Park, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

We had lunch at ENBE, enticed by the sidewalk sign announcing Seafood Chowder. I ordered a bowl of Chowder and my wife ordered the Cream of Mushroom & Artichoke soup. Both were served with fresh French bread. Both soups were awesome, as was the service. On a not-too-busy Spring late morning, this was a great respite from the street.

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