The Summit Food & Spirits

Name: The Summit Food & Spirits
Address: 8700 West Chestnut Road, Galena, IL, United States, 61036
Telephone: (815) 777-4660
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (294)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

8700 West Chestnut Road, Galena, IL 61036

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

9:30 PM

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Romantic

At the Summit, you’re in for a refreshing dining experience with a view that’s almost as spectacular as the food itself! We are offering The Summit Food & Spirit menu that includes appetizers, pizzas and sandwiches. Dinner specials will be available after 5pm on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. We do ask that you make an advance reservation. Please be aware that the menu and seating options are subject to change. Please note that outdoor seating is not guaranteed. We look forward to seeing you!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(815) 777-4660
Website
https://www.chestnutmtn.com/restaurant-page/the-summit/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Marty Kumor
Catering
Several options availalbe, see banquet menu online at www.chestnutmtn.com
Private party facilities
Several banquet rooms available, see website.

Location
8700 West Chestnut Road, Galena, IL 61036
Neighborhood
Galena
Cross street
Blackjack Road
Parking details
Free Parking
Public transit
None
Additional
Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 294 people are saying

The Summit Food & Spirits reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.0Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
2.1Value

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294 Reviews

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Elzbieta
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our table was waiting for us. The food was delicious - fish👍🏻. Great view on Mississippi river. Highly recommend this place- best food and location for special dinner in Galena area.
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maneesha VIP
Washington, D.C. Area29 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our walnut encrusted walleye was crunchy and fresh and delicious. Our server Margie went out of her way to give us all the we needed and more. And the sunset….wow! Great experience.
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Alex VIP
Indiana9 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We had a great view. However, we ordered drinks and those took around 7-10 minutes which would have been understandable if there were busy. Then we ordered our food and watched as two tables that had ordered after us got their food. Food was soggy.
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Casey
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Steak Nachos are absolutely amazing. Great staff and dirty dishes were taken within minutes, so your table isn't cluttered. Great environment overall
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Sue
San Antonio2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant has a breathtaking view of the river. The food was very good and the service was excellent!
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Cheryl VIP
Chicago / Illinois57 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Maybe because it was the middle of the week or off season but our burgers were good but not the same quality meat we are used to at The Summit. The service and the scenery were still top notch!
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DiningWithFriends VIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities37 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed the view and service. We ordered pizza, but there was too much cheese for our taste. The Margarita pizza was more cheese than anything else. It really needed a lighter touch. They have a nice selection of draft beer from local breweries.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful wait staff. Food was very good we had spinach dip with tortilla chips. Salmon was nice size portion, very good. And strip steak was pretty good.
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Quags75 VIP
Chicago / Illinois22 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great view of the Ski hill and the Mississippi River. Food was vert good and teh service was excellent.
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CherylW VIP
Chicago / Illinois57 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Best views and best burgers! Onion rings are also awesome!!
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FAQs

The Summit Food & Spirits is rated 4.1 stars by 294 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

9:30 PM

Google Map for The Summit Food & Spirits

8700 West Chestnut Road, Galena, IL 61036

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Blackjack Road
Neighborhood
Galena
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free Parking
Public transit
None
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Marty Kumor
Additional
Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.chestnutmtn.com/restaurant-page/the-summit/
Phone number
(815) 777-4660
Catering
Several options availalbe, see banquet menu online at www.chestnutmtn.com
Private party facilities
Several banquet rooms available, see website.

The Summit Food & Spirits

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What 294 people are saying

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