Grand Duke's Restaurant
Nick Medica · 116 Google reviewsGrand Duke's Restaurant — dependable polish in Downers Grove. Order the applesauce. No shortcuts. You can taste the intention. Handles groups well. "The decorations were beautiful, and the food was simply incredible" — KRISTINA Giedra [$$]
What 2,294 diners keep saying
What 2,294 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“The atmosphere here is very elegant but comfortable—perfect for either a special occasion or a relaxed, high-quality dinner. The food was absolutely phenomenal and extremely high quality across the board. We started with the Potato Pancakes , which were perfectly golden and crispy on the edges, served with the classic combination of sour cream and applesauce. For the mains, the Schnitzel was beautifully breaded and crisp, balanced out perfectly by a remarkably fresh cucumber and tomato salad. The Beef Stroganoff was incredibly tender in a rich, creamy sauce, paired with excellent pillowy spaetzle and a fantastic assortment of fresh shredded vegetable sides. We finished with their Chocolate Cake, which was decadent, rich, and beautifully presented with vanilla ice cream and fresh berries. Grand Duke in Downers Grove is a true gem. Exceptional execution on classic dishes—we will absolutely be back!”
“Delicious food, beautiful decor, and excellent service.”
“Excellent food, generous portions, and great service! The pork shank was tender and full of flavor, and all the sides were fresh and delicious the Borscht soup is amazing. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making for a great dining experience. I highly recommend Grand Duke's and will definitely be back!”
“Went for Valentine's Day Dinner... Couldn't have been happier with the results! The service was wonderful, food was out of this world good, & the ambiance between the music & candle light & decor was fantastic.”
“We recently had our baby shower in the larger private room of Grand Dukes. Everything went exceptionally well. The staff was very punctual and organized. They made the event run so smooth. The food was amazing and the guests all thought so too! I ordered several appetizers for our event and every single thing was over the top amazing! I am so pleased with my experience with the staff and the managers that helped me plan the party- Roberta and Margarita. They were both very quick to respond to my calls and emails. We will definitely consider hosting our future events at Grand Dukes! Thank you!”
“How wonderful it was to eat here. We had a variety of dishes, and all of them were superb.Everything tasted like it came from someone's kitchen in Old Country. The servers were just so nice. If I didn't live so far, I'd be eating here a lot more.”
“Every dish impressed with true, rich taste and lovely presentation. The setting felt warm and inviting, and our guests could not stop praising the overall dining experience.”
“Very authentic, European food. Modern, clean establishment. Great employees. I love the pick 3 platter. And the sides were great. The applesauce was the best ever. Baked Pears 🍐 were warm and tender. A must stop Even banquet rooms. Bands as well on some nights.”
“The most delicious European food. There is always more than enough to eat, and the leftovers taste just as good the next day. The service is just as good as the food and the entire staff is so welcoming and kind.”
“We recently celebrated a milestone birthday at this restaurant and had an absolutely wonderful experience—the space was warm and inviting, the service attentive, and the food truly delicious, creating a fantastic atmosphere for our event. The staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout the planning and the evening itself, which made everything run smoothly. One gentle note for future guests: the portions were extremely generous, far more than our group could finish, so you may want to consider ordering less than you think you’ll need. Overall, it was a beautiful evening, and we’re very grateful for the welcoming and memorable celebration.”
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