Highlights 1) Fun vibe 2) Great for a group 3) Awesome food Made a reservation for a Saturday night in July several months ahead of time as we had a larger group (7!). I'm glad we had the reservation as the restaurant was packed! The vibe here is really fun and feels sort of classic Italian meets steakhouse. Service was friendly throughout and we were blown away by the food! Everything was flavorful and the portions were generous. A great place to check out if you are in Galena! read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Walleye & Risotto - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Reservations a must! Seated promptly. Kayli our server was outstanding, courteous and very attentive. Nothing to say. Our favorite restaurant for dinner in Galena. Great drink AND wine selection. If you haven't been there, you have missed great food! read more

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We had a fantastic dinner here with a large party - very easy to make reservations and the tell you front that it will all be in one check. No worries. Our server was super kind and had been working there for years, so clearly they treat their staff well. Our meal was paced well, the server stayed on top of wine pours, helped us split dishes all around and recommended great options for both food and wine. Highly recommend the steaks here - perfectly executed. The red wine blend was also a hit. We took desserts to go and enjoyed them at home very much. read more

Amazing food and service. Never disappoints. A must stop when we visit. The menu is fantastic. read more

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The food and atmosphere were great but Layla was the stare of the show! We didn't know what to get so we tried the fried green tomatoes, the steak, martini and meatball martini along alongside the tortellini and everything was so good. We will definitely be back. read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

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The wait staff at this restaurant is superior. They make sure you are taken care of at every turn. The food melts in your mouth. The fried green tomatoes are a must - obviously!! read more

Went for our Anniversary dinner and it was fabulous! We started off with Carpaccio which was over the top delicious! For our main entries I chose the Expresso encrusted filet mignon and my husband ordered the salmon. He loved the salmon and I swear I would walk a mile to have another steak like that. One of my top 3 ever! Melted in your mouth. The meals included fresh salads and homemade Italian bread with dipping oil! To finish it off we were gifted a shareable Crème Brulle! Best we ever had. This is a must stop if in Galena, IL. read more

Great service and even greater food. This is my favorite restaurant in Galena. The steak special was perfectly cooked.

Great place! We decided to dine at the bar and had great service from our bartender Jeff. We had old fashioneds and mulled over the many great choices on the menu. We decided on the steak martini, crab cakes appetizers and the winter orchard salad. Everything was so good. The steak martini is so unique and wonderful presentation. The dressing on the orchard salad was outstanding. A very enjoyable evening. We look forward to returning. read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Old fashioneds - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Amazing experience at Fried Green Tomatoes. The food was delicious - had the espresso filet with broccolini and red potatoes. The filet was so tasty. The one mistake I made was getting the espresso martini - it was not that great. Service was good - mark was a great server and dealt with a lot of us with food allergies and such. Loved the atmosphere and will be back again! read more

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This was the most amazing service! The food was fantastic as well! However, it was Kylee that made it epic 10 out of 10! Thank you!

Delicious food and amazing service. We were celebrating our 25th Wedding Anniversary and wanted somewhere special to go. We sat outside in the covered patio, it was comfortable and decorated nicely. We started with the fried green tomatoes, I have never had them with marinara sauce and mozzarella, but they were great. I had the 5oz filet with shrimp and my husband had the Jack Daniels steak. Both steaks were cooked to perfection. I was not impressed with the salad, but only because I am not a fan of fancy lettuces. read more

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We had an amazing dinner, the mussel appetizer was great, could have drank the broth, the espresso steak was perfectly cooked and so wonderful and the finale of flourless chocolate cake topped off our wonderful evening with over the top service. read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Meatball martini appetizer - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Visited on a weekday without a reservation and were accommodated quickly in the lovely outdoor patio!!! Food was really excellent...they offer wide range of options besides pasta and pizza. (Round hot bread loaves etc) Portions were really very generous. Service attentive and friendly. Special thanks to our server Evelyn and her helpers. Great evening! read more

Let's be real. When comparing all local restaurants in the tri-state area to FGT , the FGT quality and consistency of both food and service are unmatched . FGT has something for everyone on the menu and each dish I've tried is as good as the next..consistency! Perhaps the best thing that cannot be ignored is the deliciousness of each dish. Time tested and tweaked to perfection! If you haven't tried it , you're missing a lovely food experience. read more

My wife and I ate here while visiting Galena. The food was great; the service was excellent! The food was expensive but worth it. I had a ribeye, which was done to perfection. My wife had a filet and shrimp, which she enjoyed. The house salad was one of the best I have ever had. Strongly recommend! read more

From service to food to ambiance we loved Fried Green Tomatoes. The bruschetta was as delicious. The bread was perfectly toasted. Not too hard and not soggy. The mussels were tender and the sauce was exquisite. White wine reduction with garlic, butter, shallots, and a hint of chorizo. For our main course we had the house salad and I was delighted that it was not iceberg or romaine but rather a mix of greens. My husband gas the Jack Daniels glazed ribeye abs red potatoes. He ordered it rare and they delivered. I had the Burrata stuffed ravioli with grilled shrimp, baby scallops, zucchini, shallots, and a deliciously creamy roasted red pepper sauce. read more

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Food was amazing here, we got the fried green tomatoes to start along with chicken Marsala and the pesto tortellini. All entrees come with salad and bread which was freshly baked and just so yummy with the olive oil and Parmesan cheese. The salad had what is called pepper drops which were like a pickled spicy tomato but not that spicy just so good!! Place is huge and has multiple levels. Service was great too. Definitely check it out. Haha it's advertised everywhere and for a good reason! read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Fried Green Tomatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Visiting galena for a quick trip and came upon this gem! Seated immediately and service was great! Our server was Vera and she was so happy and helpful with our party of seven. Salad and bread were great! List of what we had and all was excellent: Meatloaf Lasagna Shrimp salad Lemon shrimp fettuccine Petite filet Linguine All big portions and great taste. read more

Not our first rodeo at this old joint! Always a phenomenal time, and great in every aspect that a restaurant can be. Food was outstanding, service was excellent and we always enjoy visiting when in Galena! read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Special menu item, Pork Ribeye with a bourbon glaze - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Fried Green Tomatoes did not disappoint once again. We arrived 30 minutes early and they seated us right away. Very good service. The salad and bread that came with our entrees were excellent. Our scallops with risotto and shrimp & burrata ravioli rival top Chicago restaurants. And, the crème brûlée was certainly better than what we got in downtown Chicago two weeks ago. Combined with small town Midwestern hospitality and what's not to love? It's our Thursday time at Fried Green Tomatoes and we will certainly be back! Bravo and grazie! read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Shrimp and burrata ravioli - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

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Amazing find! Went for New Year's Eve dinner. Even thought the place has mixed reviews , I decided to give it a go. And I'm happy I did! The place is very cute inside, reminiscent of an old Italian restaurant. The server was attentive but not overwhelming. Had the sweet chilli shrimp as appetizer, about 10 shrimps, very tasty and fresh. Now the house bread with parm, was really a hit. They make their own bread and they dipped it in butter. As main course the osso buco was a great choice. The meat was falling off the bone and the sauce was delicious. Really a great dish for a cold evening. Also had the seafood linguini which was also really delicious. For desert, the tiramisu came in first and crème brûlée on second. It was a bit on the expensive side but it was really worth it. Food portions were just right and even though the restaurant was packed, didn't feel rushed. Definitely recommend! read more

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The food was SO good. We enjoyed the outdoor dining and the staff was so nice. The pasta was homemade and seafood tasted fresh. Hands down we will be back. read more

We had an outstanding experience at this establishment!! We recommend calling in advance because it was pretty busy on Saturday night and we did need a reservation. Ambiance was romantic but also a great spot for a small group. It is deceivingly large and can accommodate a lot of tables. Service was so friendly and prompt, we never felt like we were stuck waiting. 10/10 recommend trying the steak martini as an appetizer. Split perfectly for two people, it was delicious and unique. Great especially if you wanted a taste of steak/potatoes but wanted to order something different than that for your entree. Everything we tried was fantastic, you can't go wrong! Chicken and pastas were perfectly cooked. Don't skimp on dessert, the cheesecake was also divine. Would love to come back when we're in town! It was a really nice treat and for a reasonably priced nice night out. read more

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Free salad and bread! OK, I just had to say that first because when we ate at Fritz and Frites the first night we got into Galena, we were sooo hungry and wished that we had some free bread. Fried Green Tomatoes on the other hand delivered and then some! Having learned our lesson from the other place, we ordered the fried green tomatoes and crabcakes to start, so it was a pleasant surprise to get the free salad and bread as well. Everything was absolutely delicious, I had never had fried green tomatoes, and they impressed all of us, even my friend who didn't like normal tomatoes. For my main course, I ordered pork Osso Bucco, which was huge and so tender, it was falling off the bone! Some of us also tried dessert, and I ordered spumoni ice cream, which was very delicious and had some nuts at the bottom of the cup. I only small note was that we made a reservation, but when we came in, they said they were running behind and we had to wait an additional 30 minutes. They were very apologetic about it and thankfully the service was excellent and we ordered right away and got the appetizers and (did I mention the) free bread!!! OK, enough about the free bread, anyway, even though we had a slightly longer. Wait, as we were waiting, multiple groups came in to inquire and the host said it was a two hour wait! So, this is definitely the place to be in Galena! Totally delicious! read more

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One of the most popular restaurants in Galena - so a reservation is a must. They do have an outside seating - in the back so definitely put in a request for that when you make your reservation. We were able to sit outside for dinner earlier this week. It's not a beautiful view, but it's outside, so I will take it. I fell in love with the White Zinfandel there and drank a few glasses of it while my husband got the Paloma. For appetizers - we had to get the fried green tomatoes. It was really good - not your usual presentation b/c there was marinara. Our entrees came with bread and salad - which were good. For entrees - I got the Cauliflower steak and my husband got the garlic and spinach tortelloni. Both entrees were good and would recommend to others - but nothing outstanding. B/c it was our anniversary, they comped our creme brulee - which I definitely recommend to everyone. It was a delicious dessert. read more

It's fine for what it is. It's Galena and touristy here. Food is subpar and decidedly average. But I don't want to be unfair. It's a small touristy town and I can't expect what you would get in a Chicago or NY. I had the lobster ravioli and it was bland. The pasta was too thick and the sauce wasn't seasoned enough. Hubby had the tenderloin and he said it was decent. Couldn't taste the espresso crust at all and that was supposed to be a featured element. I will say we are spoiled rotten with really good restaurant experience so I'd say if you're just looking for a place to eat it's fine. The price point isn't justified at all though. read more

This restaurant was recommended to me by my Aunt who visits Galena a couple times a year. We made reservations for a Thursday night to make sure we were able to get in. We were seated right away and had a table by the window. We started with an appetizer of Fried Green Tomatoes which I haven't had before. They were delicious and definitely would get them again. I ordered the scallops with risotto and peas. Entrees come with house salad with a house dressing, pretty standard salad. The scallops and risotto were the stars of the meal. We all decided that this meal was our favorite during our 3 night stay in Galena. The risotto was creamy and the scallops were perfectly cooked with a good sear and melt in your mouth texture. Definitely would get again. read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Sea Scallops with Risotto and peas - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Such a gem in Galena! The best lasagna ever, and they had a cute celebration for our anniversary. Really good service and ambiance. read more

Fried Green Tomatoes - Our Famous Lasagna and Lobster Ravioli - Steakhouses Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Food was epic! Waitress was awesome! Sat on patio and had a lovely dinner. A little pricey but worth it!

The hemisphere in this place is nice. The ceiling is a tin roof and it's very authentic.. The service was fantastic More impressive was the food. It was very detailed and flavorful. The drinks were perfect Dinner for two 150 coconuts read more

Haven't been here for over 25 years but was not disappointed!! Still one of my favorite places to dine. I would recommend Fried Green Tomatoes 10 plus!! Come and join, ciao!! read more

Absolutely amazing! Started with fried green tomatoes because, well that's where we were. Yummy! Bread and salad were strong. Walleye, chicken piccata, and chicken marsala were the best we've ever had! Add exceptional service and a welcoming environment and we have five stars! read more

Everything went right when we decided to pop in for dinner last minute as a fam of 4 with no reservation. We were given our wait options very kindly, and were very pleasantly surprised when the wait was a fraction of that. Staff was genuinely friendly start to finish, and our waitress was fun, with a good knowledge of the menu and recommendations. My son enjoyed the Steak Martini as his dinner, and loved the flavor and the presentation! Made him feel like a little foodie! They were able to accommodate my daughter easily, even though they don't technically have a kids' menu. She ordered a Chicken Alfredo and loved it! My husband and I had the lasagna, simple yet perfect, and the Garlic Spinach Tortellini, flavorful and delicious! The kids can't wait to go back! So that means the adults get to go back!! read more

Service was excellent our meal was perfect had the 18oz steak it was wonderful . The selection of wine is matched by no other they have everything to satisfy your taste buds. read more

Server was not very attentive. My wife asked early on for a cup of hot water and lemon wedge instead of ice water. It never came. I ordered sautéed mushrooms with my steak and instead was served fried onions. Finished our meal and waited at least 1/2 hour before the server returned to check on us. In the meantime I really could have used a water refill and probably would have ordered one more glass of wine, but by the time she came back, we just wanted to get our bill and leave. The food was good but not great. Might have been better enjoyed with better service. read more

Service was fantastic. Everyone was very friendly and courteous Stay away from the walleye. Very bland. No seasoning. Very disappointed especially for the price. read more

The service was amazing. Wil was attentive, kind, funny and all around fantastic server. The ambiance was great and the food delicious. Filet was well cooked and tender, the mashed potatoes delicious, the salad and bread yummy. The blackberry mojito refreshing. All around a great experience. Take care of wil, he was really 5 star service! read more

First time visiting Galena and checked out Fried Green Tomatoes! The food was delicious and service was great! The salad and bread was alone was so good but we tried the fried green tomatoes, the spinach and garlic tortellini, chicken Marsala. The drinks were delicious and ambiance was wonderful. Really enjoyed dinner! read more

Called in to take care of the check of a friend. Unbelievable service. Fred and crew went above and beyond for my buddy's anniversary. Thank you thank you thank you! They will always have your place in their heart. read more