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    Durty Gurt's

    4.0 (433 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    DURTY GURT'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Touristy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Linda B.

    Kind of expensive for average grill food. I've heard that it's a trendy spot so I thought I would check it out. My dining companion and I split a cheeseburger and ordered extra fries, one cup of coffee and one shake. The bill was $40!

    Binh L.

    If you ever find yourself in Galena with kids and a hankering for some eats, Durty Gurt's is where you park your appetite. We ordered two cheeseburger kids meals with fries for our little humans (who were thrilled, and honestly, so were we sneaking a fry or two) and the San Francisco Patty Melt--which is chicken-based and satisfying enough to hit the spot. The kids' meals were solid: burgers and fries that were tasty and well-sized for little appetites. The San Francisco Patty Melt was enjoyable--juicy chicken, melty cheese, toasted bread, and a reliably comforting choice. Durty Gurt's has a fun, lively vibe that makes you want to cheer when your food arrives, and the playful, colorful décor--bright signs, quirky wall art, and whimsical little touches everywhere--makes the whole place feel like a cheerful, slightly wacky diner full of personality.

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    Becky S.

    The ambiance is very nice and funny for the kids. My boys had the burgers they were decent, make sure to ask for seasoned fries as regular fries have nothing at all they are indeed plain. It was nice that they had a gluten free bun for another person at our table. The soups were amazing. The Ruben was ok, it is hard to beat the Rubens that come out of Omaha, NE so I probably should have stuck to a burger cause my standards for Rubens are pretty high. The service was great and you can tell they are use to being busy and pushing tables through as they got food out really quick. It is a good place for a family but if you are a foodie maybe check someplace else out or stick to the burgers.

    John M.

    Located in downtown Galena,this is a casual restaurant offering a good selection of appetizers,salads,burgers and melts. They had nice gluten free options as well. Even tho they are known for their burgers,we decided on the gluten free cheezy beef and the breaded grouper platter. My wife loved the beef sandwich. The grouper was flaky and not oily at all. They also offer a nice selection of specialty cocktails and Boozy Shakes Service was quick and efficient. A decent place to try after a day of walking around Galena.

    Humor all over this place!
    John F.

    Durty Gurt's is located in the heart of a touristy area, which usually means shitty over-priced food. Not here! Our food was great and the service was excellent! Price was reasonable too. Our waitress was fun and a really hard worker. (Extra credit for calling me "Honey" a few times!) The restaurant is also a lot of fun. Full of funny pictures and quotes. After we finished eating we actually walked around the restaurant just to read the walls. Totally happy with our experience and meal.

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    Holly J.

    Service, food, and decor were all top tier. The burger was not greasy at all and the flavor was great. I got the sweet potato fries and enjoyed them. My husband got a bbq burger and seasoned fries and loved it. The burgers are huge, we definitely could have split one. The only bad thing was I didn't get one of their amazing looking shakes because I was stuffed.

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    Marie N.

    I never really believe reviewers when they write 'This was the best hamburger I've ever had.' It always sounds like exaggeration. I now find myself, in all seriousness, saying "That was the best hamburger I've ever had." No exaggeration! I got the Tombstone burger. I guess it is called the Tombstone burger because of all of the unhealthy but oh so delicious toppings. Two slices of cheese, bacon, grilled onions and 2 fried onion rings. The bun was soft and lightly toasted. My husband got the Sloppy Joe. One of his most favorite sandwiches which is seldom offered at restaurants. He like it. The seasoned fries that we both got were terrific. Service was fast and friendly. It is a fun place to visit because you can read all of the signs with funny sayings on them. Prices were fair. My only complaint is their positioning of 3 toilets at the entrance lobby. There was some funny saying on the wall above them but I don't remember what it was. The thing is that as I'm entering a restaurant I don't want to be greeted by toilets and then have pictures flash in my mind about what goes on in toilets. Gross. In spite of what I consider an inappropriate first impression at the entry way, we will return to Durty Gurty's the next time we visit Galena.

    Sarah M.

    What a fabulous little dinner!! The staff was so friendly and helpful!! The service was so quick! We only waited 15 for a table for 2 and maybe 15-20 minutes for our food order! The food was delicious. The waitress recommended their sea food chowder and oh man it did not disappoint!! They were so quick with refills, and checking in on us! The restaurant was clean and well managed! 10/10 we will definitely go again when we are in Galena! Don't pass up this gem!

    Annette M.

    We were hungry but didn't want anything fancy and Durty Gurt's vibe was just what we didn't know we wanted . Our server was fantastic. She anticipated our every need and made great suggestions. They have gluten friendly items and gluten free buns too. The food came out super fast and was so delicious. Portions are huge and prices are very reasonable. Don't miss this fun joint when on Main Street in Galena.

    Ron G.

    It's pretty much bar food, fried and some fresh salads. The fries we ok and the food did have served fast. The server was awesome and the atmosphere was just ok.

    Ruth L.

    Nice owner, Durty Gurt's is a burger joint with sandwiches and shakes. Fun ambiance with toilets as seats in the front area. Logo is a funny pic of an old lady. Diner style inside with table seating. Cool spot for taking pics. Food was good, interesting spot overall to check out if you are in the area.

    Amanda H.

    Been stopping here to eat almost every week for two years, usually twice a week for lunch and it's still the best place to eat in Galena. If you're looking for friendly atmosphere, fast service, and fun environment...don't pass this place and not stop! The bartender is outstanding, most welcoming women you'll find around and the host, waitresses, owner and the dude that makes the shakes is the BEST crew you'll find in town to check ALL the boxes! If you like shakes, Very Berry is the best

    Santa Fe Burger w seasoned fries - bacon cheeseburger with chipotle mayo, avocado, jalapeños
    Gregory G.

    Eclectic restaurant decor in a tiny touristy town. It's kind of fun. We had a couple of different people stop by our table to check on us, so the staff was fast and friendly. For an appetizer, we had the Mac and cheese bites. They were not the same size or shape, which to me usually means they were homemade. They were good, and they brought out ran stressing to dip them in. My brother got the shut the front door burger with regular fries. He has had it before. And that's all he ever orders when he comes here, so he loves it. It doesn't come with any sauce on it, so I think it was a little dry. So, if you order one, get some ranch dressing to put on it, or dip it in. He had water. I had the Santa Fe, burger with spiced fries, and I usually get thousand island dressing for my fries. It was a good burger, and I wish they were closer to where I lived. I had fountain root beer which was somewhat disappointing if you know the atmosphere in Galena. Overall, a great experience with great food. Most definitely will return.

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    Very good food. My burger was fantastic. Service was excellent and friendly. Clean. Good Ambiance.

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