Location: Galesburg
Top Restaurants in Galesburg
Top Things to do in Galesburg
- 1. Discovery Depot Children's Museum
- 2. The Galesburg Antique's Mall Co.
- 3. Galesburg Railroad Museum
- 4. Carl Sandburg State Historic Site
- 5. Vintages Tasting Room
- 6. Galesburg Area Convention And Visitors Bureau
- 7. Old Main, Knox College
- 8. Attic Antiques
- 9. Northgate Lanes
- 10. Bunker Links Golf Course
Galesburg Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Galesburg
Galesburg is a city in Knox County, Illinois, United States. This city is forty-five miles northwest of Peoria. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 32,195. It is the county seat of Knox County. Galesburg is home to Knox College, a private four-year liberal arts college, and Carl Sandburg College, a two-year community college.
Things to do in Galesburg
1. Landmark Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
Reviewed By marjieP - Michigan
We had the Tues night special...fresh sea bass that was the best I've had in a decade. A lovely salad with handmade poblano dressing, veggies done just right, and a strawberry, chocolate , whipped cream dessert. So good ,! We were so glad we found this treasure, with a real chef, lovely ambiance, cute decor, great service..it's worth going to Galesburg for this...but looking at all the other neat shops downtown, we'll come earlier and explore shops too next time
2. Innkeeper's Roasted Coffee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
World class coffee house and roasterie, cafe that also serves breakfast, lunch, and baked goods. Fast casual counter service and drive through.
Reviewed By NanaDeDe
While visiting family in town, they suggested we go to this great coffee house for breakfast!
( even though our hotel had breakfast) innkeeper was delicious!
We all had quiche, which was heated up after it was in display case. Crust would have been better had it came out of oven !(would have given a 5 had I had crunchy crust.
We had flavored coffee which was wonderful!
We definitely will be back on our next trip!!!
3. Uncle Billy's Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By chaslin19 - Sacramento, California
While on a train trip, we had a layover in Galesburg and had a couple of hours to kill so we were walking to an antique mall we had heard about when a local stopped us. Somehow knowing we were from out of town (California)...must have been how we were dressed, he told us about a good restaurant and Uncle Billy's Bakery. We didn't have time for lunch, but we never pass up a good bakery and boy, was it good. We ordered a great selection of cookies, all excellent and reasonably priced and enjoyed them over a cup of coffee. If we are ever in Galesburg again, we will be back.
4. Lim's Ice Cream Shoppe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Shawn J
This small place is where you want to go for a nice sweet after a good meal . The staff was nice and they had many flavors to chose from . Wish there where more place like this around
5. Baked
Overall Ratings
5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By LKennedy23 - Schertz
A happy surprise on a recent trip to Galesburg Illinois! Gourmet pizzas by the slice or by the pie. Delicious crust (I usually prefer thick, but their hand tossed thin crust is divine). Unusual toppings like...potato? Yes, and it's delish. Goat chees and herbs. Num Num. Great little place. Would definitely recommend. I also enjoyed the eclectic décor. Mostly retro with a little modern and a little shabby chic thrown in.
Note: order at the front counter and a friendly staffer will deliver to your table.
6. Packinghouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By Sharon K K - Urbandale, Iowa
Looking for a great lunch spot after picking up our grandson from college in Peoria, Illinois and stopped in this quaint historic area. The homemade soup and salad bar were excellent. The wrap our grandson enjoy delicious. And the cinnamon rolls great and we have a to go box to take home to his mom and dad! A definite place to stop. They are open for dinner, too.
7. Rib Shack
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By William E - Dahinda
I have been enjoying the ribs at the Ribs Shack for about 40 years. It's a relaxed restaurant where you can lick the sauce off your fingers. I have tried the BBQ chicken but have to say the beef is the best around. Just the right amount of smoke and tomato. Pair the ribs with the slaw or fries and you will have a meal you will keep coming back for for 40 years. Eat in or carry out, it's the best.
8. Iron Spike Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By Joe S - Pekin, Illinois
We were heading home from Moline and decided to stop in Galesburg for lunch. I remembered about this brewery and decided to check it out for ourselves. Beautiful building, a former fire station, they did a great job fixing it up. The food is good and the beer is great. Staff is wonderful and the bartender is entertaining. Glad we stopped. We will be back.
9. Acapulco Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By h0rning - Lancaster, Pennsylvania
We stopped on our way out west. Excellent authentic Mexican food. You can tell the owners take pride in their business. Very friendly and giving their patrons extra attention. Would highly recommend!
10. The Pizza House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Terra F - Avon, Illinois, United States
They have awesome pizza! The prices are great! I have never had a bad experience here. We usually get a medium taco for my husband and I to share and we have leftovers. My children share a medium and also have leftovers...and they are teenagers. Filling, good prices, great service!
