About - The Duck Inn
At The Duck Inn, we're proud to be a part of the vibrant Chicago community. Our cozy restaurant is nestled in the heart of the city, where we serve up classic American cuisine with a twist. We're passionate about using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods to create dishes that are both delicious and memorable. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We believe that dining out should be a special experience, and we strive to make every guest feel at home. Our friendly staff are always happy to help, and we're dedicated to making sure you have an unforgettable experience. We're proud to be a local favorite, and we're honored to be a part of so many special occasions and everyday moments. Whether you're a foodie, a local, or just visiting, we invite you to come and experience The Duck Inn for yourself. We can't wait to welcome you to our table!
Amenities and More
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
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Such a cozy place with dark beautiful decor and good vibes. Excellent service start to finish. Food is to die for. We had numerous small plates and all were aesthetically pleasing and delicious. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough!
I’ll go ahead and say this: the food is great, though very expensive for the portions (especially the duck fat fries). Unfortunately, I personally did not have a great time while dining here. I had a reservation for 6:30, but my partner and I arrived a bit early and wanted to see if we could be seated, and we did — right in the corner of the room next to where dishes were being bussed while half of the room was still empty. We were then told that the restaurant was “celebrating Lunar New Year” by having Asian-American inspired specials on the menu. As a Chinese-American woman, I was very interested in trying them out, and the chili crisp rotisserie duck was great. However, our server would ONLY address my (white) partner. He ignored me while explaining the menu. He only addressed my partner when taking our orders. He would only refill my partner’s water glass. He refused to even make eye contact with me. When I raised my hand to flag his attention regarding a potential allergy issue, he ignored our table until my partner raised his hand. After I put my card down for the check, the server returned and placed it on my partner’s side of the table (even when the server literally watched me take out my card to pay.) If you’re going to decorate your restaurant with Chinese lanterns and put Asian-American specials on your menu, the least you can do is respect your Asian-American diners.
What a gem! Absolutely loved the look and feel— Warm, welcoming, sophisticated styling with chill music. Enjoyed restaurant week menu. Service was perfect without being pretentious at all. The food is what will ultimately bring us back. Beet carpaccio was creative and delicious. Both duck confit and braised short rib expertly prepared- fully of flavor with perfectly cooked veggies to round out each bite. Enjoyed the soup, risotto and dessert too. Looking forward to our next meal there and plan to enjoy their 1/2 price wine on Tuesdays!! A+