- Restaurants |
- Nightlife |
- Shopping |
- Movies |
- All
Sky Galley Restaurant
Category: Restaurants American (Traditional) American (Traditional) [Edit]
262 Wilmer AveCincinnati, OH 45226
Neighborhood: California
(513) 871-7400
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
11 reviews for Sky Galley Restaurant
11 reviews in English
-
Review from Elizabeth R.
Dayton, OH
12/19/2011
When is Yelp going to allow half stars? I think this place is a solid 3.5, but I'm rounding up, and here's why.
If you ever eat at small airports, you have definitely had some crummy food or been relegated to the vending machine.
The restaurant is nice - the bar is clean and well stocked and the service was polite, if not very friendly. The clientele was so friendly it made up for the quiet service. Local, old-timers who like planes and like to chat, and they're very fun.
The food is actually really good! I expected mediocre, and while it didn't blow my mind, for what it was (food in a little airport) I was quite pleased. I had french onion soup - a little on the sweet side, but pretty good, and a caesar salad with blackened chicken. The chicken was of a good quality, the blackening seasoning lacked heat but had a good flavor, and the caesar dressing was tasty. My bloody mary tasted like garbage, and I couldn't even finish it. That's never happened before. It tasted like a goldfish had been swimming in the mix. Yuck.
This restaurant is located inside Lunken Airport, a 1930's airport with a ton of cool history behind it and displayed through out the airport.
The outside is fairly well preserved and very interesting (though some of the side buildings are pretty sketchy).
Oh, and check out the bathrooms - if you've ever conjured up a vision of a bathroom in a 50's mental institution (who would imagine such a thing?), this has got to be what you envisioned.
Anyway, if you're in the area, looking for a little local history and a decent bite, this is a good place to stop. But do yourself a favor and order a draft. -
Review from Emily R.
11/2/2011 ROTD 1/23/2012
I think the most appealing attribute of Sky Galley isn't the food or the service, its the history and the character of this place! It's located just inside Lunken Airport- which I learned upon my visit- used to be the original main airport for Cincinnati!
The restaurant looks out on to the runways so you can watch the planes take off and land-which is one of my favorite things to do. Patrons consist of pilots, local business people, senior ladies still sitting around dishing gossip and those who just love to try new places.
I'm hooked. I love little mom and pop hidden gems like this. The menu is pretty standard cafe/diner fare. Soups, sandwiches, your daily specials of roast beef and mashed potatoes. There's something healthy if you want it and something for your grandpa and big brother too.
I would love to come back over the summer. I'm told the patio is open then and it sits right up on the runway.
The bar looks fun too. It was more packed than the restaurant at lunch time. I'd love to go there for happy hour with a few friends. It's always fun trying something new.
Parking isn't a problem. The service was great and attentive and my creamy chicken noodle soup was simple but didn't disappoint. -
Review from Sandra F.
My favorite part of this restaurant is in the summer- great for hangout in the back deck. My husband really likes to watch the planes land. The food is okay. I got the Salmon and it was not presentable at all- alittle pricey.
Staff is friendly and service fast. -
Review from Douglas W.
Cincinnati, OH
6/24/2011
My father is in the aviation industry, so naturally he wanted to check out Lunken Airport when he visited. We were surprised to find this restaurant tucked away in the terminal.
Relaxed atmosphere including a bar (good beer selection) and dining area with large windows looking out over the flight operations. Cool just to kick back and watch the planes taking off and landing. My 3 year old daughter loves it. Also some neat historical stuff to look at (pictures, etc.).
The food is tasty, though I can only comment on lunch type foods - soups, sandwiches, etc. Let me tell you, though, the hot wings are the best I've ever had. Fried and then grilled to perfection. My mouth is salivating just thinking of them, and it's not even 10am (don't judge me, it's my only food vice).
The service is spotty at times - some of the servers are high school kids who just don't have it down quite yet.
Actually, the atmosphere and food remind me of a lot of the clubhouses at golf courses I've been to. Go in with a relaxed attitude, and you'll enjoy it. -
Review from Bradley G.
Cincinnati, OH
11/3/2010
The Sky Galley is the kinda restaurant I just don't buy into.
Sure, it's located in the historic Lunken airport. Before sitting down to eat, you can take a wonderful little stroll through the quaint little lobby and deco-esque style of the building, but the actual meat-and-guts of the restaurant struck me more of the paying for atmosphere type eatery, rather than one focused on the actual food.
And while what I ordered came on time, without fuss from the staff, and with good quality, it just didn't spark me as having anything unique. It seems like the whole establishment speaks more to the building around it than the actual food, which is what I'm there for.
If you're into the hundred-dollar-hamburger, go nuts. -
Review from Alexandra K.
Cincinnati, OH
4/29/2008 3 photos
The Sky Galley used to make the in-flight meals for the American Airlines planes leaving from Lunken Airport. At some point (possibly when a bigger airport was built) they decided to start serving food instead. The restaurant is often frequented by pilots and passengers from the airport's small commercial and private planes.
Located inside an old art deco entrance building to the airport, the Sky Galley offers a unique experience in dining. The lobby features a little plane hanging from the ceiling and two beautiful murals on the walls. The architecture is just gorgeous. There are signs above two hallways that say "Planes" that guided people to the planes back in Lunken's heyday.
The food is excellent. The menu offers various appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, and entrees. The last time I ate here I had the salmon fettuccine alfredo which was excellent. The pasta came with a giant piece of grilled salmon on top and a large cup of parmesan cheese. The alfredo sauce is complete with some perfectly cooked mushrooms. The wings they serve as an appetizer are great. They are baked instead of fried and the outer skin is perfectly crispy!
If you are planning on eating at the Sky Galley I would recommend calling ahead and reserving a table next to the window. You don't need a reservation to get in on a normal day, but you may not get a window seat as they are the popular ones! At the windows you can see planes landing and taking off on the runways and it's just so much fun!Listed in: Cincinnati's Best Restaurants
-
Review from Heather J.
Cincinnati, OH
7/24/2008
Fun place - never busy - good food with some interesting choices. I like the turkey burger - it's very tasty! The view is nice and it would be great to sit outside.
My friend and I walk the track at Lunken and then hit the Galley for a light lunch on a regular basis.
It's definitely a hidden treasure! -
Review from Arnold W.
Menlo Park, CA
3/18/2009
"We will always have the Sky Galley," years ago this was their come on. A neat place, good food and drinks. The restaurant occupies about half of the Lunken Airfield Terminal, once Cincinnati's main airport. Art deco bldg with wonderful mosaics and a vintage Aeronca two cylinder airplane overhead in the lobby, ca 1930. Easy parking right in front.
Surprise your date and just drop in. -
Review from Jennifer R.
OH
2/23/2009
I always choose Sky Galley for nights out with my husband. It's a nice change of pace. Their food is good, though I can't say it's my favorite
No, what I love about this place is that it's like stepping back in time. I love stepping into the lobby and looking around. It's fun to watch the planes on the runway. I just feel good when I'm there.
I usually get chicken or pasta, which is usually a safe bet and very good. I like going in late. No offense to those with kids, but I like the quiet of adult conversation so I can enjoy the atmosphere. I love when they have live music, which usually causes us to stay for dessert (Bonbonnerie!) and maybe a drink. -
Review from Amy G.
Cincinnati, OH
11/8/2010
My husband and I had a late lunch, early dinner on Saturday. There were a few tables occupied. We scored a 4 top by the window. Nice to watch the planes land and take off.
Nice, varied menu. Lots of choices.
I had the chicken livers. I was surprised they were lightly breaded, the menu description lead me to believe they wouldn't be. They were described as: "Fresh chicken livers lightly seasoned, sautéed in olive oil and tossed with steamed onions. Topped with crisp smoked bacon". Nonetheless, they were good. Not so good for ya, but good.
My hubby had the pulled pork. Nice sized portion and very moist and tasty. It tasted smokey, I liked it. He did try my chicken livers to realize he still doesn't like liver.
He had a draft beer and I had a soda. We split the Bonbonnerie Opera cream cake. It was heavenly. The server brought my husband a glass of water with lemon when he served the dessert. Very nice touch.
We had a great meal and the ambiance was just right.
The bar had a nice crowd of regulars when we walked out after dining. It looked like a good place to stop for a cold one. -
Review from Todd M.
Chicago, IL
5/15/2009
One of my favorite $100 Hamburgers. Sky Galley is a great destination for pilots looking for a bite to eat. It is also a great destination for those that love aviation. Walk through Lunken's historic terminal and enjoy a good meal while sitting on their patio and watching the flight operations at Lunken Airport.
