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    Kaladi's Coffee Bar

    4.2 (120 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Java Chip
    Maggie E.

    We loved all of the little coffee shops in Galena when we went on a weekend trip there! Kaladi's was really cute and had some cozy seating like armchairs and sofas. I ordered the Java chip because I normally get a Java chip Frappuccino at Starbucks, but this was thicker and more chocolatey, which was quite delicious!

    Gingerbread latte
    Megan K.

    I stopped in here yesterday with my parents for some lattes to warm us up as we trudged through the snow around Galena. We went with the gingerbread lattes and they were really quite tasty. Def hop on the posted WiFi because you don't have service in here otherwise, and try a specialty latte for sure. The shop is super cool looking at night too with the projector outside.

    The D.

    Great coffee with nice relaxing atmosphere. Plus they honor the military. Definitely a place to stop on your walk down mains street.

    Iced Coffee Americano
    Lucy F.

    Great Ambiance, service, and food! The service was outstanding and so clean and plenty of room to sit down. The iced coffee Americano was perfect with just the right amount of flavor. Love that they have a couch you can sit and have a conversation with friend while you enjoy your coffee and breakfast pastry or sandwich. They also have coffee that they sell to bring back home as a gift or to enjoy.

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    Allen A.

    This is a cool little coffee shop we found. The place was fairly busy when we were there and had "real" coffee that is, coffee that is a little strong, but feels authentic. I wish they had had some gluten-free muffin options, but even still, I really liked this place.

    A variety of seating options
    Lisa S.

    A coffee shop with lots of local charm, comfort, and holiday specials like the frosted gingerbread latte to rival those big box locations. There's no lack of Christmas spirit with lighted trees, holiday music, and festive table centerpieces to fill you with the spirit of the season while you're sipping delightful concoctions.

    Kairav P.

    Excellent coffee. Just what I wanted in the summer heat. The barista was sweet and greeted me well. The cafe has a good vibe to it and they sell some of their on merch as well.

    Anthony and staff do a phenomenal job, extremely friendly and remembered my name from the first visit. The vibe is super comfortable and personable. The selection is fun and easy to understand and the product they serve is great quality and affordable. I had the cold brew the first time, and it was flavorful and balanced. Only critique would be to have a simple syrup with no flavor for the cold brew! Will definitely visit here anytime I'm in The area!

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    Ophelia M.

    Kaladi's is a charming coffee shop nestled in the heart of the ever charming Galena, Il. Came here on our recent trip to Galena for morning coffee and cribbage. This is a great spot to linger over coffee. The shop itself is adorable with plenty of intimate table seating as well as some comfy sofa seating. There was a bit of a line when we entered, but the service is efficient so we moved through it quickly enough. They're a cash only joint (a bit inconvenient for those of us who pretty much never carry cash, which is most of us, amirite?). Their prices are reasonable and the service was friendly. The coffee itself was solid (not bad, but not mind-blowing either). If I were one to break things down--I'm not--but if I were, I'd say: Atmosphere: 5 stars Location: 5 stars Service: 4 stars Price: 4 stars Coffee: 3 stars Which works out to be an overall 4 star experience. If I were the sort to break it down. Which, as I've established...I'm not. Get to it!

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    We really appreciate those kind words! Thanks!

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    Thank you so much! We're glad to know you enjoyed your experience.

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    Thank you so much! We're glad to know you enjoyed your experience.

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    2 years ago

    We all ordered a different coffee drink. Pleasant staff and good coffee drinks. Didn't disappoint!

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    7 months ago

    Best espresso, best service, best ambiance, I love this place for my early morning meeting

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    Hearing positive responses like yours is always encouraging. Thanks!

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    I haven't had a cappuccino this good since I was in Sicily! I highly recommend this place for your morning cup of Joe!

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    2 years ago

    The Classic Latte is delicious. It's got strong veteran ties that make the vibe feel welcoming and safe.

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    2 years ago

    Just moved here and absolutely love this place! Their Carmel apple cider is to die for!

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    Thank you so much! We're glad to know you enjoyed your experience.

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    Thanks for the positive review. It really means a lot to us.

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    Great coffee and service, the staff is friendly, the ambience is great too. Decor is unique. definitely will be back

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    Thank you for being our customer! We're glad you were pleased with us!

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    I tried so many coffee shops around galena and was disappointed every time, until I tried Kaladi's!!! Best coffee in illinois hands down!

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    Bread & Vine - Calamari salad

    Bread & Vine

    4.5(203 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    My boyfriend and I went to Bread & Vine in Galena on January 22nd 2026, and we had the absolute…read morepleasure of being served by Lexi (I did some digging on Facebook to find her because I wanted to make sure I got her name correct.) I felt compelled to leave this review because exceptional service like hers deserves to be recognized. From the moment we sat down, Lexi was attentive, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. She had an answer to every single question we asked -- not just about the menu, but about the business itself. She knew so much about Bread & Vine that I genuinely thought she might be the owner. That level of pride and understanding is rare and speaks volumes about her professionalism. What really stood out was how accommodating and engaging she was. She made thoughtful recommendations, not only for food and drinks, but also for other places to visit and things to do around Galena. It truly elevated our entire experience. Because of her suggestions and the way she described everything so well, we ended up ordering (and purchasing) more than we originally planned -- simply because we trusted her recommendations. Lexi is the kind of employee every business hopes to have. She represents Bread & Vine with confidence, warmth, and expertise. She absolutely deserves recognition -- and in my opinion, a raise -- for the way she goes above and beyond for guests. I hope she sees this and I hope this reaches someone as important as her. We'll definitely be back, and a big reason why is Lexi.

    Top notch! We had pastries, which were devine. Flaky with…read morejust the right sweetness. Lattes...YUM...beautifully smooth and flavorful. Solid service and lovely atmosphere.

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    Bread & Vine - Interesting interior.

    Interesting interior.

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    Steak Sandwich #1

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    Chocolate martini

    Chew Chew Cookies - CUTEST LAYOUT EVER??

    Chew Chew Cookies

    4.0(17 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    While visiting Galena we stopped in this place called Chew Chew Cookies. I wish I could say these…read morecookies were chewy and delicious. I should of followed my mind of not making purchase. First sign was rude lady behind the counter. We were asking her about the different types of cookies behind the counter. Her body language and voice tone should of told me to walk out. Nice me purchased the peanut butter chocolate stale cookie. It was hard as a rock and had no hint of peanut butter or a chocolate flavor. A waste of $3.42 If your ever in downtown Galena skipped this place. Terrible customer service and these so called homemade cookies are not worth the trip.

    I actually made a yelp account just to review this shop :) it has the cutest theme, I basically…read moresprinted in here for a gift after I saw the sign, because my father would've absolutely loved their concept as a lover of cookies and model trains. I was absolutely ecstatic at their prices and I paid about $16 for about a dozen cookies. I've only tried the Mexican hot chocolate ones as they're the ones I bought for myself. They're some of the best cookies I've ever had, they're a super unique concept I've never seen, and the crumbly coarse sugar on top is super delectable; they have a light peppery spice to them that just has me head over heels I'll definitely need more than 4. I like my cookies with a pleasant saltiness and they were perfect!!! The woman who was working was a little unenthusiastic but definitely was not nearly as bad as some of these other reviews are describing. She was skeptical of my Google pay but they do accept google, apple, and contactless pay. And even if she was, I'd come back exclusively for those hot chocolate cookies. I also got lemon and strawberry for someone else which I'm excited to try. I'm from nowhere near Galena but I will absolutely come back whenever I can for this place and every other delightful one I visited!!!

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    Fritz and Frites

    Fritz and Frites

    4.2(303 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Okay, I've been convinced. Fritz and Frites is the BEST dinner restaurant in Galena!…read moreNot only is the food incredible, the service is out of this world and the vibes are truly *chef's kiss.* I came here for my birthday with some friends and our young kids (two 4 year olds and an infant.) From the moment we made our reservation, the staff was incredibly accommodating. By no means is this a typical "bring the kids" type of dining establishment, but sometimes parents just gotta do what they gotta do... and the staff at Fritz and Frites were truly so kind and accepting. The kids drew with crayons on the table paper cover and ate some delicious mac and cheese from the sides menu. They were as content as the adults were with their meals! Speaking of our meals, I ordered the Poulet Roti. An absolutely delicious roasted chicken dish, which I believe is the best chicken I've ever tasted! I can't wait for our next trip to Galena, just for another dinner at this wonderful place.

    10/10 we have been here multiple times. It's my favorite restaurant in Galena…read more Ambiance - makes you feel like you are in a cute lil European bistro Food - 10/10. Small, but mighty menu with French and German cuisine. Wine and beer menu are also great. Service - always great. Even when we were there during Covid and they were behind, they kept us informed and even gave us a free dessert.

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    Fritz and Frites - Sweet interior

    Sweet interior

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    Poulet Roti

    Fritz and Frites - Not too busy at 5pm on a Wednesday

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    Not too busy at 5pm on a Wednesday

    La Michoacana Irmanaju - Menu board

    La Michoacana Irmanaju

    3.6(14 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    This review is based off of dining in for lunch. I typically love la michoacana but this was a huge…read moremiss. My fiancé and I were looking for something Hispanic or Asian for lunch and opted for la michoacana. The proteins in both of our dishes were dry and tasted like it was cooked about a week ago. The rice was bland, looked and tasted old. The service was fine, we were in and out within 35 mins. It was pretty empty while we were there and it was prime lunch time. We saw 1 other group come in for what we thought was for ice cream but then they left without purchasing anything.

    I've been to multiple La Michoacana before and this one was just ok since we were in Galena. Food…read morewas decent but rice was bland. I shared a mangonada with the hubs and also shared the shrimp fajitas. Many shrimps and good size for $22. I did ask for extra tortillas and asked how much would it be and she said she didn't know. But stood there. So I asked...if you can please find out if you don't know? That would surely help. Then she went to ask the price for me. She was probably 13 years old helping the family out. And another little boy was there bussing. I felt like the creepy adult being served by child labor so that made me feel kinda bad. It was also strange to have ice cream on one side of the restaurant and then table next to it for lunch. Would my food gets cold? The little girl also made a mistake and undercharged me for the shrimp fajitas that was $5 less and also didn't charge me for the tortillas while being busy on the phone. What did I do? I had to tell her about it because again, I felt bad!!!! My son ordered the kids meal grilled cheese with fries and it was just ok. Unfortunately it was not as good as the La Michoacana in my hometown. There are many restaurants in Galena and I actually felt like I made a mistake with this one 3 stars for the mangonada and shrimp fajitas was actually decent.

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    Chorizo and eggs

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    Triple Tier Bakery

    Triple Tier Bakery

    5.0(6 reviews)
    17.2 mi
    $$

    We were visiting Galena from Chicago for our son's third birthday. I did a Yelp search for bakeries…read morenearby and came across Triple Tier Bakery. She was so accommodating and easy to work with. She made an amazing Spider-man cake in 2 days notice and it was delicious! Definitely worth the 25 minute drive from Galena. Wish she was closer to Chicago - I would be a regular customer.

    Triple Tier Bakery did an outstanding job making the wedding cake and cupcakes for my son and…read moredaughter-in-law's Dubuque wedding. She provided excellent guidance in making decisions on the choices. We provided a photo of what we were looking for and the results surpassed our expectations. Tiffany set up the cake and cupcakes in such a beautiful manner, with special touches. Three key points in working with Triple Tier: 1. Through our interactions, her questions, and how accommodating Tiffany was, the care and attention she provided made it clear she really wanted to do her part to make sure the event was wonderful. We live three hours away and were able to take care of all the details through phone/email/text. 2. As stated the end product was beautiful and exceeded expectations. We ordered vanilla, chocolate, and carrot cake cupcakes. There was a light dusting of cinnamon on the carrot cake frosting making it easy to tell them apart. The attention to detail was wonderful. 3. The actual taste of the cake and cupcakes was amazing. The flavor of each was distinct and delicious. The frosting was perfect, not too sweet. I have no idea how she did it, but the bride and groom wanted a marble cake and it was marbled. It looked like marble, not like traditional bakery marble cake. After tasting the cake, they both remarked "Ok that is a really good cake!" I highly recommend Triple Tier - We have a favorite bakery where we live and the Triple Tier cake and cupcakes surpassed the deliciousness of our local expert.

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    Baby shower cake

    Triple Tier Bakery
    Triple Tier Bakery

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    Kaladi's Coffee Bar - coffee - Updated May 2026

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