Completely unimpressive. The service was pretty bad, but the food was worse. The owner (?) seems to set the tone which was...grumpy. Cheese curds were obviously frozen food quality. Cheeseburger was quite bland. Fries were the only redeeming factor, even though they were frozen food too. read more

Well, yeah. You know what you are getting with this place the minute you walk in the door. (like you weren't sure with a name like "Durty Gurt's?") Toilets line the entry with fake flowers planted in the water tanks. Signs and quotes litter the walls with such profound sayings as "I never went to bed with an ugly person but I sure woke up with a few!" and "Wife wanted - must have tractor and barn. Please send pictures of tractor and barn." Nyuk, nyuk, nyuk. Yeah, the interior is ridiculous and hokey, and is a mix of a rural country bar and TGI Fridays. The waitress we had wasnt much better, she was trained to speak to us in that sing-song kindergarten speak "CAN I get you anything else while you are ENJOYING your food?" "OH THATS GREAT!!! NO problem." "How are you ENJOYING your food? Oh THATS GREAT!!!!" ugh. So I order what is noted on the menu as the "inferno" burger. And if you weren't sure "inferno" meant hot, they also warn you in the description that it is spicy. When I told our waitress this is what I wanted, in that same sing song voice she says "OK now, this is hot? I want to make sure, a lot of people think this is mild?" uh, what? I tell her its OK, it most likely won't be too hot for me. She looks unsure and goes away. And while it was not hot to me, it did have a pleasant kick to it that I enjoyed. The meat was a bit on the dry side and the hot sauce did help. I opted for a salad instead of fries which was a great idea, since Andy got this heaping mess of fries covered with meat & cheese that probably weighed in at 2 1/2lbs. Probably the best burger you are going to get in the area, although if there is an option for take out I would recommend it. The atmosphere inside can get grating after awhile. read more

Solid burger and wonderful sweet potato fries.... Service was TERRIBLE! Had to ask a different server for refill as our server never checked on us. We also had to hunt her down for the check. I'm big on having the entire dinning experience. Would not go back. read more

This is cool, quirky, family-friendly place. If you appreciate the corniness in life, this is your spot. I had a southwestern style melt with cheddar, pepper jack, grilled onions and jalapenos, while my wife had the Blue Moon burger. The melt was good, but the Blue Moon burger was awesome! For all you bleu cheese fans, this is a must-try when you visit. The fresh-cut fries were decent, but the sweet potato fries my wife order were perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth. Yum. Our server was very friendly, welcoming and subtly comedic. It's a great place to take your family or your significant other on a laid-back date. Enjoy! read more

My stop at Durty Gurt's for lunch was a bit unexpected. I had left my debit card at another restaurant the night before and had to swing by downtown Galena on my way home. I had a burger at Benjamin's the day before but felt like my arteries wanted more so why not have lunch at the place with the toilets next to the front door? Durty G's (new nickname maybe?) had a fun atmosphere, lots of stuff to read on the walls, you know, the usual funny signs and whatnot. Deciding to try something new, I went with the City Diner, which brought me bacon, cheddar cheese and a fried egg on a burger. I thought the buger was good, a bit greasy but if I was expecting something healthy I wouldn't have ordered a burger in the first place. I liked the fried egg, except everything kept sliding out the back of the burger and the the bun fell apart by the time I reached my last few bites. The fries were okay, and the server (I forget her name) was very polite and our food came out reasonably fast. I liked Durty Gurt's, but nothing stood out for me. The food was good, but average. The whole experience was good, but average. I didn't leave feeling like I NEED to come back. If you're looking for a good place in Galena to get a burger, I do suggest including Durty Gurt's as one of your choices. read more

This place was mediocre considering all the hype. Yes, they do have an extensive burger menu but only salads as an alternative to the non-burger person. We had one person in our group who was trying to eat healthier. I had the Southwest burger and my husband had the Milwaukee burger. Both kids had regular cheeseburgers. Our friend had the pulled pork burger (without the bun) and another had one of the specials. The food was pretty good but our waitress was a ditz and had no sense of humor AT ALL. If we had better service I would have given them a three. I don't consider this a place to go out of your way to visit and probably won't be going back. read more

Durty Gurt's - American Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Went there on 12-28, my wife had the Santa Fe burger, I had the City Diner burger. Kids had chicken tenders and hamburger. Very good, each adult burger can easily cut in half and share. Burgers are so juicy. This time we got wings and gumbo soup as starters. Good! We go there every time we visit (yearly). See you when we visit again in 2019! read more

Ordered burger to take out. It was very dry. I don't know how others can give such good reviews. My wife had a salad that was good. I would have been better off going to McDonalds. read more

Delish Patty Melt and seasoned fries. Quick service with fresh hot juicy burgers. Really yummy! read more

Durty Gurt's - Patty Melt and seasoned fries - American Near Me - Galena, Illinois

I really liked Durty Gurt's. I'm giving it 5 stars b/c it's in a tourist part and is very unpretentious while delivering at the same time. I think DG is a lot of fun and there is a lot of funny saying on the wall like: Here are your dinner choices: 1) Take it 2) Leave it. There was a lot of thought put into the place and I felt the concept with the execution was well done. This place pretty much stand for low maintenance, friendly, affordable and good food/fun food. It's only a burger joynt, but it's true to itself. I'll definitely go back the next time. read more

This is a fun place that I find to be some fresh air compared to the rest of downtown galena. This place isn't pretentious nor do you feel like you're going to be under dressed. The staff here is fantastic, greeting you when you come in the door and very attentive. I had their Greek burger (who's name escapes me) with their regular fries. The burger itself was delicious but throw on some gyro meat and tsatsiki sauce and it becomes amazing. The portion was huge and the food was delicious. I had the regular fries since those are homemade while the curly fries are frozen. Finish this experience off with a boozy shake and it's a great dinner at a VERY decent price. read more

First off, my ten year old daughter LOVES this place. It has a fun, playful atmosphere, although as others have pointed out, many of the quotes on the walls center around being drunk (and the picture of Dirty Gurt with her caved-in mouth is enough to give some people nightmares!) There's also a painting with cut-outs where you can stick your head in and take a picture if you'd like. The food was decent - my daughter ordered the pulled pork sandwich, while I had a burger. Portions were generous, and the service was prompt and friendly. Prices seemed reasonable. This isn't fine dining, so as long as you know that, you'll be ok. The best thing about the place is it's lack of pretension. The worst? The "designed and decorated by committee" feel. read more

If you're into toilets and ugly ladies... I think this place is trying a little too hard. I had a shrimp po' boy and my husband got a monstrosity of a burger with taco meat all over it. The food was decent, but I definitely wasn't blown away. I will say they had some pretty awesome drink specials, $2.95 for an island thunder which had rum & a few fruit juices. Overall, not a bad place for a burger and a drink. read more

Great food! Amazing service! Definitely recommend. We will come back next time we are in town.

The BarBQ ribs deal is the best: full slab of ribs, cole slaw, fries for $14. Solid, tender ribs. Service was great, given they seemed a bit unprepared for the Spring Break crowd. Family friendly, fun atmosphere. read more

Really good place for burgers and fries. Large portions so if you're hungry this is the place. Don't be alarmed by the toilet bowls in the foyer as you enter, just a photo op. Enjoy, my fellow yelpers. read more

I had the chili which was very, very good. Husband had a burger and really loved it.

My friend and I went here for dinner after a long day of shopping. We were hooked in by the funny name of the place along with the cheap prices. We both got a different type of the chicken sandwich and loved it! So juicy and tender! The service was very friendly as well. I recommend this place if you're in town! read more

The food is good. They even have a really good veggie patty to sub for the beef. It's not on the menu though, you have to ask for it. The only think I don't like about this place is the hokey atmosphere. I get the point, but sitting in there is like getting my head beat with a theme stick. I"d rather get take out than sit in there and read the same sayings that repeat themselves on the walls over and over and over again. read more

Walked over for dinner only to find out it was closed - 745pm on a Saturday night???so disappointed...

So much fun at Dirty Gurts! Food was great, service incredible, good prices, and the best chocolate milkshake ever. We will definitely go again on our next visit to the Galena area. read more

Great everything. Awesome burger and service. Highly reccomended! Lots of interesting drinks. An array of burgers. My friend said the sloppy joes were really good! read more

My family was looking for a place to have lunch in Galena and this place fit the bill. They are mostly a burger and sandwich kind of place. They do have a good amount of variety for both burgers and the sandwiches. They offer chicken, beef, and fish sandwiches--so a lot of choices. I ordered the Miami Melt which I thought was just okay. My dining partners really liked their meals though. I did like that you could get a side salad with your sandwich in lieu of fries or sweet potato fries. I just thought my sandwich lacked flavor and tasted sort of bland. One person in my group ordered one of the old fashioned malts which he loved. If I go there again I would love to split one of those! read more

Every year we come here for every extended family trip and they always demand Gurts! The burgers are amazing and huge! This is the place to take the kids. read more

If you want a burger in Galena, this is a good place to swing by. There's nothing too incredible about the place, but it all tastes pretty good. The service is decent, and everything is priced fairly. There wasn't too much of a wait while my wife and I were here, and the food came out promptly. As it is Galena, prepare for a bit of a walk to get there. Street parking in a tourist trap city tends to prevent you from getting a nearby parking spot, but if you're already walking around and enjoying Galena, it's an easy walk. read more

A fun place in Galena, different vibe than some of the other places right around it. We had a big group and called ahead with our name. There was a mixup and when we got there, we waited a bit more, not a biggie. We sat at the bar and got drinks. They do have alcohol, it's just hidden. That's a good idea, I think? The alcoholic shakes are different and yummy. Not for me, but the people I was with loved them. Now my buddy who we went with had gone here a couple days prior with his family. He said he liked the burger, but wasn't blown away. I still wanted to get it. I got the Inferno burger, no tomatoes. I asked the waitress how do they normally cook their burgers, and she said medium-well. Okay. I took a bite and really enjoyed it, but not perfect. For sure overcooked, not much juiciness to the burger itself. The toppings were great; really liked the inferno sauce, whatever the heck it was. Kinda has a Marinara sauce consistency, but doesn't taste like, I swear. I asked the waitress about the burger and she said she would have cooked it a different temp if I wanted. Guess I didn't know? I think they should ask. But I guess most people who come to Durty Gurt's like a burger medium-well. Not used to that personally, I go medium-rare, all day, every day. Easy answer. Anyways, good place. Our waitress was funny and the older lady at the front (do I dare call her Durty Gurty?) gave us the line and laugh of the day...let's just say I didn't expect those words to come out of her mouth! Other food though: the patty melts looked amazing. Oh yeah, I went with the seasoned fries. Get them, not the regular. read more

The best burgers in Galena!!! Blue Moon Burger is fantastic. I love the eclectic decor!

Yummy place for lunch! My husband had a melt that he said was awesome and I had BBQ pork which was also very good. The atmosphere is fun and low key. Would eat here again! read more

Very good even when picked up, burgers hit the spot and heat up great, I wish there was more avocado options.

This is my favorite restaurant in downtown Galena, it makes me wish I lived in Galena. We arrived for lunch with a group of 8, we arrived at a great time because we were seated promptly. This was probably the fastest I ever sat down at Dirty Gurt's. The menu here contains many things that could give you a heart attack! The burgers are their specialty, but they do have many other very good sandwiches. I chose the olive burger on this day, it was cooked perfectly and tasted awesome!i have yet to try the shakes, but the look delicious! Dirty Gurt's is the place to go in Galena! read more

Great food and service; it was really fun and everyone was very friendly. Would recommend!

I really wanted to give this place a higher rating. The inside is a pretty neat setting with vintage Chicago decorations. Our greeting by the manager was not very welcoming, rather a brass "how many?" We ordered appetizers and drinks...The server came back to take our order, but as my wife was asking a question she turned and walked away saying she was paged. She came back a few minutes later with our appetizers. It seemed kind of rude. We ordered off a menu of several custom burgers...but rather overpriced for what you get. Our meal came and we started in. For the most part it was good burgers with specialty toppings. The bacon on my son's burger was nearly raw, but the server never came back until everyone was done. When it was mentioned, she shrugged it off and asked if we wanted to take it to go since it was a full sandwich. When we paid the manager never asked whether everything was okay. Sometimes even good food is ruined by bad service. read more

If you visit Galena and you're looking for a monster sized burger in a fun atmosphere, look no farther. My kids beg me to take them here for lunch when we're in town followed by the candy store. The service is excellent, the food enormous and the atmosphere is engaging. It can be pricey, but considering the largest sandwich has 4 hamburgers on it...its worth the money. read more

Durty Gurt's - This was a belly buster. - American Near Me - Galena, Illinois

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This was a fun restaurant with great burgers! My favorite part of my whole experience was the atmosphere. I enjoyed walking around the building reading the different signs along the walls. It was also fun to see the kids pop their heads into the Durty Gurty photo cut out on the back wall of the restaurant. I ordered a regular burger with sweet potato fries. If you like sweet potatoes, then these fries are a must order! read more

Durty Gurt's - The menu & Durty Gurty :) - American Near Me - Galena, Illinois

My sister and I came here for the 1st time and had a bad 1st impression because of the hostess. She was very short and unfriendly. The waitress was nice and the food was good so that was worth the stars. read more

Despite being two of about 10 customers, we had a great experience! Delicious burgers, hand cut fries and cold drinks, YUM! Great customer service on a quiet night, off season evening. read more

Love the drinks! Awesome burgers and ribs. Our server was very friendly and fast! Definitely would come back.

Hands down the best Reuben I've had. Would drive a couple hours just to eat here. Wonderful customer service, and amazing food.

We stop in from time to time. We have tried many things from the menu. Love the cod, Ruben, burgers. Have enjoyed all the different things we ordered. Writing this review is making me hungry. Might just need to get down there today and revisit a favorite meal. Yum. read more

Do not bother... service was good, but the food fell short. Avoid the beef dip sandwich...