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Grand 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
Nick Medica
116 reviews
“It was the perfect place to host a 40th birthday party, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for amazing food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere”
We were really excited to come and celebrate my mom’s birthday here, and we were especially excited about the food.
I am extremely disappointed.
More like Grand PUKES. FOOD WAS COLD AND DISGUSTING!!. Nobody in there and the server came around only 3 times.
980 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
“We recently had our baby shower in the larger private room of Grand Dukes.”
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!
Sara Pea
Jan 2026
“How wonderful it was to eat here.”
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.
Phyllis Felts
Jan 2026
“Every dish impressed with true, rich taste and lovely presentation.”
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.
Elizabeth Harris
Jan 2026
“Very authentic, European food.”
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.
Mark
Dec 2025
“The most delicious European food.”
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.
Kelly O'Neill
Dec 2025
“We recently celebrated a milestone birthday at this restaurant and had an absolutely wonderful...”
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.
Neringa Sadunas
Dec 2025
“Excellent Lithuanian food and ambiance.”
Excellent Lithuanian food and ambiance. Unfortunately had to exit out the back when Teutonic knights arrived
Tina Sherwin
Nov 2025
“That place is Da Bomb.”
That place is Da Bomb! The best Eastern European food I have had outside of Eastern Europe. Great selection of beers too, particularly Ukranian beer. Our Lithuanian hostess had the spiciest sense of humor and the kindest smile. Must try!
Iva Tsekova
Nov 2025
““I recently hosted a private party at Grand Duke Restaurant, and everything was absolutely perfect.”
“I recently hosted a private party at Grand Duke Restaurant, and everything was absolutely perfect! The staff went above and beyond to make the evening special—from the warm hospitality to the excellent service. The food was outstanding, full of authentic flavors, and beautifully presented. Our guests kept complimenting both the atmosphere and the menu. The team made planning stress-free and delivered an unforgettable event. Highly recommend Grand Duke for any special occasion!”
Nina Mediukh
Sep 2025
“We recently celebrated a 40th birthday party at Grand Duke’s restaurant, and it could not have been a better choice.”
We recently celebrated a 40th birthday party at Grand Duke’s restaurant, and it could not have been a better choice. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and a perfectly inviting atmosphere. The décor was elegant yet cozy, creating the ideal setting for both celebration and conversation. The kitchen was truly outstanding. Every dish we tried was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly prepared with care and authenticity. From appetizers to desserts, the quality and freshness stood out, and all of our guests were impressed. The staff deserve special recognition as well. They were attentive without being intrusive, making sure glasses were full, plates were cleared promptly, and every guest felt comfortable. Their professionalism and friendliness made the evening smooth and enjoyable. Overall, this restaurant exceeded all expectations. It was the perfect place to host a 40th birthday party, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for amazing food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere.
Nick Medica
Sep 2025
“The best Bavarian restaurant in Chicago area.”
The best Bavarian restaurant in Chicago area! Great good, beautiful place and amazing service! Will definatelly be back!
Dominik Bucas
Aug 2025
“This place was amazing.”
This place was amazing! The food was delicious. The servers were amazing. The atmosphere was great with great music! The only issue we had was our drinks were not always the same size. In the picture is an example. This happened w my drink and another friends drink. If Im paying the same price each time, my drink should certainly be in the same size glass each time. Our first ones were bigger than our next couple. His 4th? Was the same size as his 1st. It was very odd. We tried each other's food for the most part and the trout (which I've never had before) was delicious, the pork was okay, the tilapia was delicious and my pancakes were delicious! The pretzel balls, cheese curds and brussel sprouts were also phenomenal. We also tried so desserts and they were yummy, as well!! We were there for several hours just having a fantastic time.
Kalla Mahar
Jul 2025
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