Galati's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
$$ • Italian, Pizza, Vegan
Hours:
142 Cedar Ave, Lake Villa
(847) 356-6800
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Hidden in plain sight in Lake Villa, this Italian restaurant is the kind of unassuming neighborhood gem critics quietly root for. It isn’t flashy, it isn’t loud, and it doesn’t pretend to be anything other than what it is: a place that consistently serves excellent food at fair prices. In the Lakes region—where Italian options can feel uneven—this spot rises confidently to the top.
On my most recent visit, I was seated immediately at a corner table, a small but meaningful...read full review
We live 2.5 hours south of Lake Villa, but we were meeting some friends from Florida for dinner. They were in the area for their grandson’s graduation from Great Lakes Naval Academy. Found this place via Google and it had great reviews, with good reason. We wish we lived closer because it would be a favorite for sure. Probably the best bruschetta and lasagna I’ve had in a very long time. Everyone loved their entrees. We tried multiple pasta dishes and the pizza. Prices were...read full review
Great food and excellent service—this place is a hidden gem in Lake Villa!
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3 - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 3 - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 3 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 3 - 10:30PM |
| Saturday | 3 - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | 3 - 9:30PM |
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Galati's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria offers a satisfying dining experience with attentive service and a cozy ambiance, reminiscent of old-world charm. The menu includes dishes such as linguine Alfredo with chicken and peas, Arancini, and minestrone soup. Their pizza has been praised for its excellent and tasty flavor, making it a great choice for pizza parties. The restaurant features both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
The staff is prompt, communicative, and consistently adapts to customers' needs. Customers have enjoyed the fresh and flavorful food, including the gluten-free options. The service is excellent, with attentive servers, constant refills, and attention to detail. Many have praised the appetizer mix, BLT, buffalo chicken salad, spaghetti with meatballs, burgers, and bacon cheeseburger pizza. The stuffed shells are also a customer favorite. Reviewers have highlighted the delicious eggplant parm, the famous lasagne, and the amazing pizza and wings, making Galati's a perfect spot for gatherings.