Stopped in for a drink and played some songs on TouchTunes that were immediately cut off cause they didn’t fit the county vibe in the bar. Unwelcome atmosphere, wouldn’t recommend. Much better options in the area like the FOE.
Chris Bailey
Love coming to Galena and always make it a stop at the VFW. Sad to say Dave the bartender is the reason for a one drink and leave due to his attitude. Made a rude remark to my wife as I needed to pull cash from the ATM, another rude remark on how drinks were ordered, and lastly I asked for a beer on tap as he was pouring a beer from the taps as well (figure a bartender could pour 2 on tap) but gave another remark and disgusted look. We left after that.
Treat your patrons better as well as your vets better
Reed Hutchcraft
Elaina the bartender is amazing. Whenever I am low all I need to do is have her make me a good drink and have a better conversation. She makes the place special.
Robin Ballard
Bartender was so rude. Complained the whole time about tourists to the tourists.
Oceana Nieland
Misty is the best!! Met so many awesome people here and the atmosphere was just amazing!!
nick potter
Went in early had multiple mojitos. Dave is the best. Amazing experience!! Go to spot!
Brett Favre
Kinda crazy how folks will judge this hardworking fella that is just trying to make a living. You’re clearly judging him because of his sexuality which is embarrassing. David..and you call him David like you know him. His children…his life. You have no idea. Perhaps we should just appreciate “David”. Christ.
Fit Together
In town for a visit and stopped here for a drink. The female bartender was awesome (and slammed busy). Best prices in town. Place was so friendly and drinks were so strong we came back two more times. Lots of bad reviews about the male bartender but we only saw two ladies and they were great. Highly recommend.
Bill Spivey
I’m a local and frequent the pub. I have always found it to be a very friendly atmosphere along with great prices. It is usually a blend of locals and tourists, and we all get along wonderfully. Welcome to Galena / We love our visitors.
Kevin Botsford
Been going to the VFW since late 1990’s. This was always the “fun” place in Galena. However, when the commander made the decision to make David the manager, the place went to hell. He is the most unfriendly, condescending jerk to ever serve behind a bar. I was in there last week and stood at the bar for over 5 min while he visited at the end of the bar. He saw and ignored me. The bar was not busy. He should be fired or the commander replaced. We love Sandy and Debbie, however, we don’t like the place anymore and are taking our money elsewhere because of David!! There are also several phony 5 star reviews from “ local guides” so please disregard them.
Our visits for the past 15 years to Galena always included a visit to the VFW. Our visit this past weekend was not as welcoming. During Galenas wine parade in November we entered the VFW to no welcome from the bartender. This man who represented this organization and so many from the VFW did not acknowledge us nor respect any person or Veteran in the place. No welcome and total disregard to all customers. The bartender was the topic of most of the customers conversations and it was all negative. We ended that visit to the VFW quickly. Our return visit Saturday evening was more like all our previous years. A very warm welcome and great hospitalityIf the Post Commander is reading this I do hope they make a change to who they put behind the bar to represent there post and understand each customer and more importantly all that have served or continue to serve deserve the respect and acknowledgment of any person you have representing the VFW daily.
Thomas Dodd
I have stopped there for about 25 years now. Bartender on the Friday after Thanksgiving definitely was rude. Basically was saying he didn't care for people tgat aren't from Galena. Seems odd for a VFW club.
Kayla Rose
I frequently visit Galena and all of it's amazing shops, bars and eateries. After my most recent trip in September for my bachelorette party, I have a newfound love for this VFW location.My crew seriously had a BLAST playing music from the jukebox and interacting with the locals and bartenders. We made our own dance floor and spent hours here making our own playlists and playing drinking games. The drinks here are great prices and are a refreshing break from other locations on the downtown scene.I would highly recommend this as a stop in your nightlife!
Matt Wopat
Bartender Dave is rude. Been coming to Galena for 10 years or so. The bartender acts like it's a chore to serve the customers. Every single time, every single year.
Jackie Miller
On Monday, 8/14 @ roughly 2:40 your bartender refused to serve us/my handicapped brother. All he had was 3 drinks over a period about 2 hours. My husband was also there sitting in a wheelchair as he's an amputee. My brother also is handicapped, he walks with a limp and a cane. I had my Sevice Animal as well. She's a 7 lb. Yorkipoo that is my PTSD service Animal. She simply said goodbye. Her actions are worthy of a lawsuit. I'm prepared to do so. This bartender offered no reason whatsoever, even when asked. We certainly were far from drunk and disorderly. Said bartender was very involved with chatting with her friends, she certainly must have issues with handicapped people. None of the 3 of uscan figure out what we'd done. She certainly didn't turn down my tips. She's in big trouble now...
Stopped in for a drink and played some songs on TouchTunes that were immediately cut off cause they didn’t fit the county vibe in the bar. Unwelcome atmosphere, wouldn’t recommend. Much better options in the area like the FOE.
Love coming to Galena and always make it a stop at the VFW. Sad to say Dave the bartender is the reason for a one drink and leave due to his attitude. Made a rude remark to my wife as I needed to pull cash from the ATM, another rude remark on how drinks were ordered, and lastly I asked for a beer on tap as he was pouring a beer from the taps as well (figure a bartender could pour 2 on tap) but gave another remark and disgusted look. We left after that.
Treat your patrons better as well as your vets better
Elaina the bartender is amazing. Whenever I am low all I need to do is have her make me a good drink and have a better conversation. She makes the place special.
Bartender was so rude. Complained the whole time about tourists to the tourists.
Misty is the best!! Met so many awesome people here and the atmosphere was just amazing!!
Went in early had multiple mojitos. Dave is the best. Amazing experience!! Go to spot!
Kinda crazy how folks will judge this hardworking fella that is just trying to make a living. You’re clearly judging him because of his sexuality which is embarrassing. David..and you call him David like you know him. His children…his life. You have no idea. Perhaps we should just appreciate “David”. Christ.
In town for a visit and stopped here for a drink. The female bartender was awesome (and slammed busy). Best prices in town. Place was so friendly and drinks were so strong we came back two more times. Lots of bad reviews about the male bartender but we only saw two ladies and they were great. Highly recommend.
I’m a local and frequent the pub. I have always found it to be a very friendly atmosphere along with great prices. It is usually a blend of locals and tourists, and we all get along wonderfully. Welcome to Galena / We love our visitors.
Been going to the VFW since late 1990’s. This was always the “fun” place in Galena. However, when the commander made the decision to make David the manager, the place went to hell. He is the most unfriendly, condescending jerk to ever serve behind a bar. I was in there last week and stood at the bar for over 5 min while he visited at the end of the bar. He saw and ignored me. The bar was not busy. He should be fired or the commander replaced. We love Sandy and Debbie, however, we don’t like the place anymore and are taking our money elsewhere because of David!! There are also several phony 5 star reviews from “ local guides” so please disregard them.
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Our visits for the past 15 years to Galena always included a visit to the VFW. Our visit this past weekend was not as welcoming. During Galenas wine parade in November we entered the VFW to no welcome from the bartender. This man who represented this organization and so many from the VFW did not acknowledge us nor respect any person or Veteran in the place. No welcome and total disregard to all customers. The bartender was the topic of most of the customers conversations and it was all negative. We ended that visit to the VFW quickly. Our return visit Saturday evening was more like all our previous years. A very warm welcome and great hospitalityIf the Post Commander is reading this I do hope they make a change to who they put behind the bar to represent there post and understand each customer and more importantly all that have served or continue to serve deserve the respect and acknowledgment of any person you have representing the VFW daily.
I have stopped there for about 25 years now. Bartender on the Friday after Thanksgiving definitely was rude. Basically was saying he didn't care for people tgat aren't from Galena. Seems odd for a VFW club.
I frequently visit Galena and all of it's amazing shops, bars and eateries. After my most recent trip in September for my bachelorette party, I have a newfound love for this VFW location.My crew seriously had a BLAST playing music from the jukebox and interacting with the locals and bartenders. We made our own dance floor and spent hours here making our own playlists and playing drinking games. The drinks here are great prices and are a refreshing break from other locations on the downtown scene.I would highly recommend this as a stop in your nightlife!
Bartender Dave is rude. Been coming to Galena for 10 years or so. The bartender acts like it's a chore to serve the customers. Every single time, every single year.
On Monday, 8/14 @ roughly 2:40 your bartender refused to serve us/my handicapped brother. All he had was 3 drinks over a period about 2 hours. My husband was also there sitting in a wheelchair as he's an amputee. My brother also is handicapped, he walks with a limp and a cane. I had my Sevice Animal as well. She's a 7 lb. Yorkipoo that is my PTSD service Animal. She simply said goodbye. Her actions are worthy of a lawsuit. I'm prepared to do so. This bartender offered no reason whatsoever, even when asked. We certainly were far from drunk and disorderly. Said bartender was very involved with chatting with her friends, she certainly must have issues with handicapped people. None of the 3 of uscan figure out what we'd done. She certainly didn't turn down my tips. She's in big trouble now...
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