Café Galileo's - Chicago

I'm pleased this place had better food options than I expected for a museum. I was worried it'd be like theme park food but there were healthy options and lots of different cool things to try. The view is nice but honestly we were more focused on eating and getting to the next thing since we had such limited time. It was nice and we got a filling meal out of it. I was worried I'd regret waiting until we got inside to eat but the prices weren't bad either and the food was tasty. We'd eat here again. Liked: Italian Stargazer

Four star view, two star food and service. I'll meet in the middle with three stars. Food selection is limited in the planetarium and we were in need of a refuel stop off. I had a salad and it was made fresh to order, which was nice since that meant they could leave off the walnuts as I'm allergic to them. Cashier hardly spoke and looked genuinely displeased at having to be there. She wasn't rude or anything, just indifferent completely. They give you a buzzer for when your food is ready. Best part of this eatery is the view. It had a truly stunning water view. You can sit in this area without ordering from the cafe! Overall: B- Just okay food and service but that view!!

This cafe is located in the Planetarium. Did not have any food choices close by so we ate here. Service was blahh...The employees looked sad to be working. Did not know much about the menu. The food was not expensive. Tried a bunch of different dishes. The salad came with really nasty, wilted, and old lettuce. The pizza and sandwiches were just okay. If I had to eat here again, i would just have a sandwich. Or maybe not eat here and eat before.. or after.. lol A definite plus is the view! You can see the Chicago skyline and the lake!

Fun little cafe for the kids, and they have wine and beer for parents! They have pizzas, salads and paninis. Really decent portions and reasonable prices since there isn't another restaurant nearby.

Cool cafe with great views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan that can be appreciated from either the terrace or the indoor dining area. The glass drum-shaped interior is very much in keeping with the planetarium's futuristic theme. I was pleasantly surprised that the menu included a variety of healthy choices, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes. Their Harvester salad (grilled chicken, apples, walnuts and feta cheese) was generous, delicious, and fresh. It was the perfect mid-day meal after a busy morning packed with activities. The sitting space inside is clean, ample, and airy. The terrace also features plenty of tables for those wishing to enjoy the weather and eat outside. Service was prompt and cordial. I'm bewildered by reviewers complaining about the food offerings and pricing. Dining options that are part of cultural centers such as museums, aquariums, conservatories, theaters, etc., tend to be limited and more expensive than at regular restaurants. I personally patron them to support the institutions and have a nice memory of my visit. That said, Galileo's Cafe has really invested in providing a wholesome menu and this effort ought to be commended.