Donald Duk’s Red Hots
636 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622
Donald Duk’s Red Hots Menu
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Diabetics at McDonald's
Most burgers served at McDonald's are low in sugar but there are several burgers which are high in sodium. You must choose burger options which are low in sugar and moderate in sodium content. You can also avoid extra dressings or cheese over your burger to control diabetes at McDonald's.
Foods to Avoid for Diabetics at McDonald's
Diabetics will find many tempting food items at McDonald's but most of these food items are also high in sugar or sodium. Diabetics must skip desserts and shakes at McDonald's to avoid sugar spike. You should also skip all McCafe drinks except a few containing low sugar and fat-free options. Besides the drinks and beverages, you should also avoid bacon-based and sausage-based burgers and sandwiches to limit your sodium intake. Diabetics should also skip the sausage-based salad options available at McDonald's.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at McDonald's
Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad
Nutritional Facts: 350 calories, 12g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4.5g), 1070mg sodium, 27g carbs, 6g sugar, 6g fiber, 37g Protein
Egg McMuffin®
Nutritional Facts: 300 calories, 11g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 6g), 760mg sodium, 30g carbs, 3g sugar, 2g fiber, 17g Protein
4-piece Chicken McNuggets®
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 11g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2g), 340mg sodium, 11g carbs, 0g sugar, 1g fiber, 17g Protein
Kiddie Cone
Nutritional Facts: 45 calories, 1g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0.5g), 20mg sodium, 8g carbs, 6g sugar, 0g fiber, 1g Protein
4-piece Chicken McNuggets® Happy Meal
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 11g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2g), 340mg sodium, 11g carbs, 0g sugar, 1g fiber, 10g Protein
Iced Latte
Nutritional Facts: 90 calories, 4.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2.5g), 65mg sodium, 7g carbs, 7g sugar, 0g fiber, 4g Protein
World Famous Fries®
Nutritional Facts: 230 calories, 11g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 1.5g), 160mg sodium, 29g carbs, 0g sugar, 3g fiber, 3g Protein
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High Blood Pressure at McDonald's
Most burgers at fast food joints contain a high amount of sodium. You must keep your sodium intake in check if you are suffering from high blood pressure. McDonald's offers a wide range of burgers based on your diet preferences. Choose the right burger and avoid French fries at all cost while dining at McDonald's.
Foods to Avoid at McDonald's for High Blood Pressure
Avoid Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Burger and Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles at McDonald's as both these burgers are high in sodium. Skip extra cheese and avoid French fries if possible as they are too greasy and can add to your sodium intake. Also, avoid all types of sausage-based burgers or sandwiches at McDonald's to limit your sodium levels.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at McDonald's
Side Salad
Nutritional Facts: 15 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 15mg sodium, 3g carbs, 1g sugar, 1g fiber, 10g Protein
Filet-O-Fish®
Nutritional Facts: 390 calories, 19g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4g), 560mg sodium, 38g carbs, 5g sugar, 2g fiber, 17g Protein
Baked Apple Pie
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 11g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 6g), 95mg sodium, 35g carbs, 16g sugar, 4g fiber, 2g Protein
Vanilla Cone
Nutritional Facts: 200 calories, 5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3.5g), 95mg sodium, 32g carbs, 16g sugar, 4g fiber, 2g Protein
Americano
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Coffee
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 20mg sodium, 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 2g Protein
Apple Slices
Nutritional Facts: 15 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0 g), 0mg sodium, 4g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Cholesterol at MCDONALD'S
Cholesterol is the biggest concern for people visiting McDonald's, especially people suffering from high cholesterol. You can order chicken or egg burgers instead of ham or cheeseburgers to maintain your cholesterol levels at McDonald's. In addition, you can also try the salads and opt for drinks that low in sugar.
Foods to Avoid at MCDONALD'S for High Cholesterol
Bacon-based items are often too greasy and high in bad cholesterol. If you are concerned about high cholesterol, then you must avoid all bacon-based burgers and salads. Also, skip the Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Tenders to keep your cholesterol levels in check. You must also keep sausage-based items at bay when dining at McDonald's.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at MCDONALD'S
Side Salad
Nutritional Facts: 15 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 15mg sodium, 3g carbs, 1g sugar, 1g fiber, 1g Protein
Egg White Delight McMuffin®
Nutritional Facts: 260 calories, 8g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4.5g), 780mg sodium, 29g carbs, 3g sugar, 2g fiber, 16g Protein
McChicken®
Nutritional Facts: 410 calories, 22g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4g), 590mg sodium, 39g carbs, 5g sugar, 2g fiber, 15g Protein
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie
Nutritional Facts: 140 calories, 5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2.5g), 125mg sodium, 22g carbs, 12g sugar, 1g fiber, 2g Protein
Hamburger Happy Meal
Nutritional Facts: 480 calories, 16g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 5g), 680mg sodium, 62g carbs, 21g sugar, 3g fiber, 22g Protein
Cappuccino
Nutritional Facts: 120 calories, 6g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3.5g), 80mg sodium, 9g carbs, 9g sugar, 0g fiber, 6g Protein
Yoplait® GO-GURT® Low Fat Strawberry Yogurt
Nutritional Facts: 45 calories, 0.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 30mg sodium, 9g carbs, 5g sugar, 0g fiber, 2g Protein
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Q & A for McDonald's
When McDonald's first opened?
McDonald's began its operations by converting food and drinks stand called "The Airdrome" into first McDonald's restaurant.
When does McDonald's open?
McDonald's opens daily at 5:30 AM and stays open until 11:00 PM.
Which McDonald's is open 24 hours?
Unfortunately, there are not a single McDonald's which operates 24/7.
Where's McDonald's near me?
There are over 13,905 McDonald's outlets in the United States itself. You can find a McDonald's nearby with the help of our Restaurant Listings directory.
When McDonald's start and stop serving breakfast?
McDonald's starts serving breakfast at 5:30 AM daily until 10:30 AM.
When McDonald's start and stop serving lunch?
McDonald's starts serving lunch at 10:30 AM from Monday to Friday and 11:00 AM on Saturdays and Sundays. Happy Meals are also served during lunch hours.
Will McDonald's bring back the McRib?
McRib is back at McDonald's since October 2018.
Will McDonald's bring back spicy McChicken?
McDonald's in the United States has no plans currently to bring back the Spicy McChicken.
Will McDonald's bring back the Grand Mac?
McDonald's doesn't serve Grand Mac currently and there are no plans to bring it back anytime sooner. You can always try the Big Mac if you have a large appetite for burgers.
Are McDonald's milkshakes gluten free?
Yes, all flavors of McDonald's milkshakes are gluten-free. Nearly all beverages served at McDonald's are gluten-free.
Are McDonald's burgers gluten-free?
Unfortunately, McDonald's does not serve gluten-free burgers. All the buns and other ingredients such as fried chicken patties, grilled chicken patties, beef patties, sauces, condiments, etc. contain gluten.
Are McDonald's Apple Pies vegan?
Generally, Apple Pies are prepared using shortcrust pastry which contains eggs. However, McDonald's Apple Pie pocket is vegan-friendly as it is both dairy and egg free.
Are McDonald's Veggie Burgers vegan?
Veggie Burgers served at McDonald's are purely vegan. Just remember to skip the sauce as the sandwich sauce contains egg.
Are McDonald's Milkshakes vegetarian?
Yes, McDonald's milkshakes are 100% vegetarian and don't contain any meat product.
When did McDonald's introduce McCafe?
McDonald's McCafe was introduced by McDonald's as a separate coffee chain in 1993. The café also served great bakery and pastry besides offering a great variety of coffee beverages.
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About McDonald's
McDonald's is the largest American fast food company with over 37,855 outlets spread across 100 countries. Primarily known for hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and French fries, McDonald's menu also serves chicken dishes, breakfast products, soft drinks, wraps, milkshakes, and desserts today. The restaurant chain introduced smoothies, salads, fish, and fruits on the menu to offer healthy food options at McDonald's.
The restaurant began its operations in 1940 in San Bernardino, California, United States. The name of the restaurant comes from its founders Richard and Maurice McDonald. The siblings started the food business as a hamburger stand which was later converted into a restaurant franchise in 1953. The first Golden Arches logo was also introduced in the same year.
Healthy Food Options at McDonald's
McDonald's was highly criticized for its unhealthy food options. Being a renowned brand and a popular fast food chain, McDonald's decided to revamp its image and decided to serve healthy food options. Most of these healthy food choices were salads, smoothies, fruits, and fish items.
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Address :
636 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL, 60622 - Phone (312) 733-0069
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Opening Hours
- Mon :8:00 am - 2:00pm
- Mon : 8:00 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Late Night
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Drive-Thru : No
Caters : No
Categories
Burgers
Burger or Hamburger is savored as the most desired fast food meal in the United States. A hamburger is basically a sandwich prepared by stuffing ground meat patty, generally beef, between two slices of a bun cut in half. Hamburger is also famous for its seasoning. Most popular condiments used in hamburgers in the United States are mustard, mayonnaise, and ketchup. Besides ground meat patty, hamburgers are also stuffed with lettuce, onions, tomato slices, pickles, and cheese.
Hamburgers are also categorized into two types in the United States. Fast food hamburger and individual hamburgers served at restaurants are two basic types of burgers served in the United States. The individual hamburgers served at restaurants are prepared using everything including lettuce, onion, tomato, and sliced pickles as well as melted cheese on the patty or crumbled on top. American restaurants also serve veggie burgers for those who don't relish meat. Cheeseburgers are also hot favorite in the United States.
McDonalds is the most popular fast food burger restaurant serving different types of burgers in the United States. On the other hand, there are several restaurants such as Burger King are famous for serving the best hamburgers in the United States. Most burger restaurants in the United States often serve hamburgers with French fries and other condiments. If you have a liking for burgers in the United States, then you won't be disappointed. You can easily find the best burger restaurants in your city on our Restaurants Listings directory. Check the reviews and ratings of the top burger restaurants and savor yourself with the best hamburger in the city.
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Ice P.
I think I just went to heaven. I got a stiffy just smelling the food cook. The burgers are mad crazy greasy and mouth watering. I drove away and before I could get to lake street my burger was history. Fries are good also but they weren't crinkle cut. I will be watching my cholesterol go up and my belly get bigger with this food joint.
(5)Andres D.
Old fashion Hot Dogs is right...but I am here to talk about the late night Breakfast Sandwich folks. The Sausage, Egg & Cheese on a toasted English Muffin. To quote Hugh Jackman in the movie Kate & Leopold "toast is the result of reflection and study!"...Ya better believe it, no General Electric toaster with one and half insertions here. Duk's will toast your muffin on the greasy grill for added flavor. Sure its a breakfast sandwich but you are also tasting previous order remains of burgers, polishes and italian sausage. Bon Appétit! In the end when you take that first bite, you will be reminded of the evening you had earlier of pure debauchery bliss. Therefore the taste of melted cheese establishing residency on your taste buds is magical!
(4)Johnny T.
Did the name change? The menu I have reads, 'Duk's Old Fashioned Hot Dogs.' I have no idea who this, 'Donald,' is. In any case... There comes a time in every Chicagoan's life where he finds himself eating some encased meat. The very concept on encased meat sorta grosses me out, so whenever it comes up as a food choice, I opt for a liquid diet. Keeps me sexy. But, for those times where I'm tired, starving, tied up in my shoes and feelin' unpretty, it's time for some cased meat. I must have been feelin' particularly crazy the night I came here because I ordered a chili cheese dog with mustard and onions. Fries came with the order. Allow me to repeat: I came to a place of questionable cleanliness, ordered a beef dog with more beef product (I don't eat cow) and slathered on some sort of cheese sauce (with mustard and onions -- for health purposes). And.I.Tore.That.Isht.Up!!! I don't know whether it was the special nature of the moment, my crabby time of the day (months are for amateurs) or my need for fat and salt... but I couldn't get enough. Yes, Chicago dogs are fine and well. But, sometimes, you need to eat a dog the way they were made to me eaten: with chili, cheese (I would have preferred shredded cheddar, but the sauce worked), onions (for crunch), and mustard (for some tart). The best part about a dog like this is that you can sop the fries up in all the run off chili cheese topping. Wow. Reading this back, I am a little disgusted with myself. But, at the time, there was no finer food. 4 stars. I'm sticking with that.
(4)Angie M.
There comes a time in every person's life when hotdog consumption is required super late at night (or very early in the morning). This time for me was Saturday evening (or Sunday morning). Let me set the scene: Cocktails were consumed. A super-random loft party was attended. My head was swirling from the a-a-a-a-a-alcohol and the only thing that could help me was deep-fried goodness in the form of Duks Red Hots. For the uninitiated, Duks is literally a hellhole. The dirtiest place I can possibly imagine with hefty female cooks frying up pretty much everything on the menu at all hours of the night. The counter looks grimy. The other patrons are shifty at best and I couldn't help but feel mildly nervous for my safety. Boozy Ang waived all these concerns away and shamelessly ordered a hotdog with everything and fries. For less than $3. The food comes fast. And I can't believe I'm saying this, but it was actually kind of tasty. Please bear in mind this comes from a gal who was basically mainlining champagne like it was my job earlier in the evening, followed by a landslide of beers and then some Jack Daniels (I know. Sick.), but I feel like I've had worse food. The fries were crisp, hot and fresh. The dog was pretty standard issue, but it was made better by the shaker of celery salt on the countertop. Love that. I topped my meal off with a vanilla milkshake that I inhaled in approximately 5 minutes. That good. It was thick and rich with just the right amount of sweetness. Get one. You won't be sorry. They're only two or three bucks. I legitimately cannot remember how much it cost, but it was worth every penny. I'm pretty much totally convinced that Duks saved me from a formidable hangover on Sunday morning. I'm thinking I could give Duks a 4 star rating if it wasn't so filthy dirty. So three stars it is.
(3)Frank B.
So I was eating at the tapas place across the street, but I couldn't stop thinking about sketchy Chicago dogs, which I love. I wanted to come here, and I was undeterred when the CPD was handcuffing someone in front of this dive. As my companions were paying, I excused myself to run across the street and buy some junk food at Duk's. Scanning the cracked restaurant menu, I surmised that the prices at Duk's are slightly better than average for a hot dog stand considering that everything comes with fries. Normally, I prefer that the hot dogs were a little cheaper and don't come with fries, especially if the fries aren't good. The fries here aren't good. They appeared to be the processed crinkle cut fries you might eat in a grade school cafeteria. I was similarly disappointed with the mass-produced onion rings. But I didn't mind that. Nor did I mind the people sitting around the cramped and dirty restaurant at 8 pm, not eating or buying anything, just inexplicably hanging out. Nor did I mind the staff dressed in sweat pants and generic Vienna Beef t-shirts. Hell, I even got a kick out the faded Donald Duck posters, along with blown up newspaper clippings describing how this place was sued by Disney. All that matters to me is the hot dog. Is it good? Well... meh. It's a real Vienna Beef Chicago dog, so I'd eat it any time. Comes steamed, with food processed onions, some very sharp peppers (which I appreciate), and a wilted bun. It's a real Chicago dog, so it's worth eating, but it's not great. I wouldn't eat here again unless other options weren't available. I don't mind the dive atmosphere, but the food here is not inspiring. Hence, two stars.
(2)Emily K.
My old roommate would carry change in his pockets and he must have ripped his jeans off his body every night because his change would just lay in the floor of his room for months. So since I was/am poor I would gather up about $2 in various coins off his bedroom floor and walk to Duk's for dinner. It was awesome in that way when you realize how much food you're eating for such little money. And then you realize there's a reason why you never want to eat inside. Or you wash your hands after coming out of there. It is what it is. It's hard to fuck up a hot dog so it does the trick. Just don't look around inside, don't look at the floor, don't look at the nails of the person giving you your food, and eat your cheap-ass hot dog and fries. I am still nostalgic for this place though. And would still eat here.
(2)Salil G.
Agree with the other guy complaining about the fat lady. She is absolutely horrible. She's there all the time. Food is what you'd expect at a greasy spoon hotdog counter place. They did get shut down by the health department a while back, but I do like their fries. Other stuff that's decent - pizza puffs and double bacon cheeseburger on onion roll.
(2)Eric M.
Went here on a Saturday night. I live pretty close to Duk's so the roommates and I decided to see if it would become our go-to for drunk food. Nope. There was old puke on the floor. The whole place smelled of death (I wonder why). After finishing my hot dog I knew my body was going to hate me the next day. And not in that warm and fuzzy way that good drunk food provides. I will say the service was fine. But this place is garbage. Oh yeah, and two cockroaches scurried across the floor while we were waiting for our food. Classic.
(1)Chip H.
Put on your horse blinders when you walk in this place and stare straight ahead because you do NOT want to see what is going on in here. It's dirty and crazy. While I personally have never had any problems with the staff, (I just sit down order my food and keep my mouth shut) I have seen 2 fights in here between the staff and their patrons. To be fair, it was 2am both times and the patrons were hammered, so i give the staff credit for standing up for themselves. Plus for me it was 2am entertainment, I sat back ate my friend pizza puff and watched the drama. The cops were called and the staff was on a 1st name basis with the police so I think this is a regular problem. The food is... well I think you can call it food but it surely isn't nutritous. If you want grease fried grease late at night or for a hangover, head to Duk's. If you want a real meal, head elsewhere. I know I'll be back though.
(3)Aaron B.
It is rare when a vegetarian does a review for a Red Hot joint but when you offer a huge bag of fries for $2 and have a jukebox you are worthy. Went here last night, late and was not let down. While the large group I was with had many dogs and other fine offerings from Vienna Beef I was very content with my gigantor bag o fries and lots of ketchup and mustard. With a city full of these lil red hot joints Duks is a place that stands out from the rest. They even have places to sit inside and out; great patio!
(4)Laura G.
I love Duks. However, be warned: This is NOT a place to take your parents when they come to town and want Italian Beef or a Chicago hot dog This is NOT a place to take someone on a date unless they've already heard you fart This is NOT a place I would recommend admitting to your boss you eat at regularly This is NOT a place to bring your bff the health dept. inspector This IS a place for delicious, greasy beefs, hot dogs, and cheese fries. This IS a place where you may inhale second hand smoke from the lady on 'break' in the back. This IS a place for the hungover chick in sweats who is unafraid of E. Coli. Love it.
(4)Dana G.
Yikes! Every time I come here I feel like I just entered the Soup Nazi episode of Seinfeld. No greasy food for you!! I understand they run the late night gauntlet of drunkery and they have to toughen up a bit, but sometimes they are just scary.. You want ranch? Two dollars. B-b-but everyone else got free ranch. THREE dollars!! NO soup for you!! But I digress. I am in the area often and I fall to mercy of location and late night hunger. The food hits the spot. It's typical fried, cheap, fast food and it's pretty tasty. On nice nights, the picnic tables outside are a perfect place to chill and eat. Just make sure you get in, order, and get out. No messing around.
(3)Ellie S.
Good old fashion hot dogs, hamburgers and great tasting french fries. they offer many other foods. Duks make the food the way you want it. Services is friendly, clean atomspher, food taste good! no compliments. I suggest you stop by and try the food!
(5)Mark W.
So I stopped by Duks after driving past it hundreds of times. Why?? I'm still not quite sure. I think it was becuase it was mentioned in a Chicago Hot-Dog guide in the Huffington Post. EEsh. Yeah. Sorry Duk, It was short and not so sweet. The hot dog and fries were fine. What you would expect from a hot dog joint. But it was everything else about the experience that turned me off. There were at least two people working at the time.... One making all the food, taking the orders, filling the orders... while the other talked on the phone the entire time. It was a firday evening, several people waiting to order, but they obviously didn't care. The customers can wait, I guess. That wasn't even close to worst part... This place, omfg, it was absolutely filthy. I mean, i can understand getting a little messy throughout the day, but I was really really close to leaving before even placing my order. And... omg, really gross...the whole place smelled like pure vomit. Never again. Ever. Clean your place up, get some new staff.
(1)Jennifer P.
If you're craving a real Chicago Dog. Go elsewhere. If you're hungry at 2am for junk food. This is your place. I don't know if they still do this, but once I got a red star on the back of my receipt which meant my order was free!! That was awesome.
(2)Doris D.
3 things you need to know about this hell hole: 1. This place is down right scary, and dirty. Close your eyes. 2. Cheap and delicious hot dogs at 3 in the friggin morning, after a night of bar hopping. 3. The scary woman with the sideway pony tail and purple ribbon behind the counter has NO IDEA what chicken fingers are. Nuggets? Ok, yes, that they have. Just keep your eyes closed to what's behind the counter and eat in your car with all the lights turned off. Yeah, what the hell, I'll be back.
(3)B C.
My favorite part was when the hunched-over lady sitting next to me at the counter, cigarette voice, said "they took 10 staples out of my head this afternoon." How's that for your hot dog appetite? This place is blue collar in a nice way. Duk's is clinging onto its old glory hotdog past and it's showing some wear and tear. I imagine in the summertime it's a fun spot for a meal on the patio, but in the winter it's not as happy. The rehab brain trauma story may have lent to my impression. The dogs are pretty standard, nothing out of the ordinary. Still though, the food is cheap and comes with plenty of fries. You could see Duk's in the encyclopedia under "Chicago hot dog stand." Description - wild decorations and tough waitstaff.
(3)Laura A.
Finally ventured back to Duk's for the first time since the shut-down. They have cleaned up the interior...at least from the customers perspective. But they changed their hot dogs!! Bad news for me, since I really loved the ones they used to have. Now they're a skinny, crappy excuse for a dog. Same crinkle fries cooked to perfection, but tasted as if their oil was way past due for a change. There is no mistaking filthy oil with potatoes. Won't be back anytime soon.
(2)Joe K.
Mouse droppings be damned (um . . . just search for the health inspection report), they make a fine double cheeseburger with bacon.
(4)Amie C.
Ohhh Duk's. You have likely contributed to the rise of obesity in Chicago. (is it really on the rise, I dunno?) Everything here....literally everything is fried. Well, maybe not the hotdog, but still.... The food is yummy, probably not sanitary, but yummy. Want a double bacon cheese burger? No worries, they'll pressure you to get it as soon as you walk (or stumble, as some do) in the door. It's two beef patties with double the cheese topped with about 4 pieces of deep fried bacon and whatever other toppings you want. I am so turned off by the deep friend bacon that I have never ordered one but have had a bit and maaaaan it's yum. I feel my arteries clogging just looking at it. Now, I have had their grilled cheese. Slathered in lot's o' melted butter and eloquently grilled. Don't expect 2 pieces of bread, expect a bun turned inside out and piled with cheese. I have a thing for crinkle fries and consider myself a fry connoisseur, that's probably not a good thing since they are fried. hah! Anywho, their fries are always freshly fried and perfectly salted. I recently discovered that I LOVE celery salt on my fries when I mistakenly put it on my fries thinking it was pepper. So you have milkshakes eh? I suggest ordering only chocolate or vanilla unless you're a fan of fake flavoring. I'm pretty certain I saw sno cone flavoring for the shakes. Oh well...the chocolate was ok. If you're looking to be entertained I suggest you go late at night, though be careful, the ladies running the joint will happily share tales of gang fights and drive bys occuring in front of the place. The place is usually teeming with drunkards late too, which is always fun. Word on the street (hah counter top) is that they have amazing tacos. During my last trip I learned from two drunkie dudes that they have "the best tacos eva!" Evidently they are "just like Jack in the Box tacos. They are deep fried! haha!
(3)Seth F.
It's 2am. You're lost on ashland ave, somewhere between lake st and chicago. You're hungry, you're cold, you need something to make you feel like life is worth living. Something to convince you that tomorrow indeed, is worth living for...suddenly you see neon lights and smell fried foods. It's Duk's! Just order a dog, everything on it, or a polish everything on it. The sport peppers will reinvigorate you, the mustard and onions will give you you fortitude, the meat, the energy to persevere. Suddenly, the night is conquerable, because you stopped here. That is duk's and that's all you need to know about the place. Go there and the neighborhood is suddenly yours.
(4)Joshua M.
Most people review Duk's for the hot dogs, but I love Duk's for the sliders! best sliders in the city! They dipped into the frier to get the oil to grill the onions with. Do I need to say more? Crinkle cut fries, beautiful slider, and nice people working the counter! I will always be back!
(5)Frances C.
This place is magnificent. After unwinding on a Friday night and consequently mauling our dinners at Manee Thai, we decided we wanted MORE and headed to Duk's because, rumor has it, their milkshakes are to die for. And that's a freakin' fact. Imran K. and I also decided to indulge in a cherry pie, which is essentially one of those hostess pies you can buy from 7-11 in grade school and they DEEP FRY it. That's all I had, but I watched them take some frozen tacos out of the freezer to deep fry those too. I'm going to guess that everything here is amazing. Not to mention the decor--talk about kooky!
(4)mcquake j.
Why so many people hatin' on Duk's?! If you are a fancypants who can't appreciate a REAL dive that serves down-and-dirty Chicago hot dogs the way they oughta be served, then drive your Beamer over to Hot Doug's and enjoy the recently reinstated foie gras dog while me and my homies grab your table. Sure, it's dirty. It's unapologetically dirty, but there's a reason it hasn't been shut down--it hasn't violated any health code, bitches! And if you think any restaurant doesn't have some element of what you perceive as Duk's own special filthiness going on behind closed doors, then you've never been behind a counter in your happily-overcharged-for-the-same-shit life. Good dogs, cheap as hell and the fries come wrapped in the same wax paper as the dog--OLD SCHOOL, and PROPER!
(4)Mike S.
What do you do when you are craving a cheap, greasy and delicious Chicago-style dog at 2 AM? Go to Duk's! For somewhere around $3, I got a delicious dog with the works and a bag of fries. It was awesome.
(4)Lois A.
If I ever decide I want to die of a heart attack I will start eating at Duk's every single day. This place rules. I totally love it. Sitting at the bright red counter watching a huge pile of onions getting grilled to go on my burger...heaven. Watching my huge onion rings and fries come up gloriously out of the grease...heaven. Eating all of these things is like a dream and it reminds me of the summer I was a carhop in high school and I lived on this kind of food. It's only the waking up the next day going, "Oh, my god, even my face feels fat!!" that prevents me from coming here too much but that's not a complaint. That's what this place is and you know what you'll be getting when you walk in the door. A jukebox with Sam Cooke makes this place even more awesome and the women working here are very nice. Thank god for places like this.
(3)Brad C.
Duk's isn't trying to impress anyone, they serve cheap eats at all hours of the day. I ordered up a hot dog with everything, fries and a small pepsi for $4. The dog rocked, it was a pretty solid Chicago dog. The fries tasted kind of freezer burnt but still hit the spot. For the price, you really can't ask for much more.
(3)Scott W.
Threw on the hoodie, grabbed my skateboard and rolled over to Duk's on Ashland. Got a chili cheese dog, fries, and a medium fruit punch for $4.50. Ssay whaaa?? Food was good. I could even roll up to the window on the sidewalk. The lady at the counter ruled.
(3)Robin W.
No, no, no, NO! Don't go in there...don't even look at it! I can't imagine why this place hasn't been shut down. We're talking bugs, unwashed hands, grease traps that have obviously turned into the people working here. Here's a trick with finding good dogs...if a couple cop cars are parked in front, it's good. Check out Jimmy's on Grand/Pulaski if you want to test my theory.
(1)Katie S.
Just wanted to add another star. I have to admit that I eat at Duks at least every other weekend in the wee hours after the bars close. Damn good polish, cheese fries and hotdogs. No denying that. It's still dirty, and so is the staff.
(3)John D.
Well, I worked here as a summetr job while I was in college (2005 or 2006 - don't remember which summer - so sue me). As such, I have an unfair insider view that the typical yelper won't have. The last time I was there as a customer was 2011, but let's face it, they don't change much from year to year. With that in mind, here is my review. NOTE FOR TOURISTS: there are a TON of good deals here, and it's not touristy. If you're from out of town and like to eat where locals actually eat then this should be one of your stops. It's hole-in-the-wall, divey, excellent Chicago street food. It's a stand alone building, but it has an outside walk up counter so you don't even have to go in. It's "street food". Forget what you saw on Travel Channel or Food Network - you are more likely to run into a Chicago Alderman, union boss, local celebrity, or regular working guy here than you are at one of the more touristy or high end places. The neighborhood isn't bad, but it can get a bit gritty, especially late at night, so if you like this kind of thing but are walking around with a camera and a fanny pack just go during the day or at least go by car and park in the front at night. FOR EVERYONE: It's a short order fast food joint with some stools and a couple of tables. The breakfast here is the big secret and is honestly the best reason to go. Fresh eggs are brought in at 4 am every morning and cooked to order in front of you, the bacon is double thick, and the english muffins/bagels come straight from the baker. Try a breakfast sandwich. Unless the quality has gone down or the price has gone up in the last year I dare you to find a better one in Chicago that's also under $5.00. As for lunch and dinner, the Italian beef and Italian sausage is the same as everywhere else in Chicago but generally cheaper so both are a good value. They make a decent Chicago style hot dog with very fresh tomato (get them in every morning with the eggs) for a fair price. They make some of the best milkshakes in Chicago during the 1 random week a month their machine is working. If you want a burger, go for several Jr. burgers instead of the regular burger. You can make them double or triple for the price of the extra Jrs if you don't want all the buns, and the meat is slightly higher quality than the regulars (trust me - I saw the ingredient list and if you order both together you WILL taste the difference). Very generally, the politicians and businessmen show up for breakfast, the locals for lunch/dinner, and the drunks for late night. BE WARNED: do not start problems, especially at night. You may think you're funny, but if you're acting immature (throwing food, etc) or dangerous the staff will quickly kick you out and call the police. Well, anyway... honestly, if this place is still around for another 10-20 years it will be a Chicago institution. Being sued by Disney and winning is pretty funny, but hardly makes it a landmark. A lot of people I know grew up eating here, so time will tell if my grandchildren will get to enjoy the greasy goodness that is Duk's.
(4)Charles S.
I had the italian beef here, pretty lame. If you're in the mood for Chicago food, do not go here. Go to one of the other fine establishments this city has to offer. I suggest Buona Beef or Portillo's.
(1)Joe R.
I have sentimental value regarding this place...My grandmother owned an apartment building down the block from it and used to eat there every friggin' day. No joke. And she lived to be 81. My parents used to tell me how terrible and unhealthy it was and how gangs would hang out there. Well, that was 1995 and they were absolutely right. Now it's 2010 and the gangs are gone but the food is still unhealthy and sooooo good! The place opened as Donald Duks, til Disney (bastards!) sued them and they changed the name. Anyway, it's run by a wonderful bunch of white trash (and hispanic trash, I guess) women who will simultaneously yell at you to pay your tab ASAP and smile at you and wish you a goodnight. Food is made fast, always deep friend (or grilled to greasy perfection) and is never not hot and delicious. My favorite is actually the double cheeseburger with everything on it. Hot dogs are tasty too, but I really dig the burgers. And the shakes are amazing! Those wonderful processed things that taste like sugary food coloring and will probably kill you faster than the sandwiches, but taste so good they're worth it. The chili, fries and tamales are great too. Today I splurged and got one of the new deep fried pie deserts...and it kinda sucked. But who goes there for the friggin deep friend pies anyway? And the atmosphere is sublime. Nothing (well, next to nothing) has changed in decades. This is old Chicago. Good Chicago. Chicago which hasn't been bulldozed thanks to stuck-up yuppies, brought in by a**hole hipsters. This is my kinda Chicago and if it sounds like your kind as well, don't pass this place up, while we still have it.
(5)Yellow F.
I like the nostalgia of the place, But like many other reviews they need to clean this place up..... Maybe somebody else needs to buy this spot and revamp the food cus there's plenty of hotdog spots thats better than this stand.
(2)Marie C.
Grew up down the block when there were no yuppies or fancy names for the neighborhood. The area was crazy back then. Duk's was Ducks back in the day. We would scrape our money together to get polish and fries and sometimes just a hot bag of fries through the walk up window on a cold night. We would squirt ketchup over the fries and it was so good to eat those hot fries while walking through the cold. This was my first hot dog stand! I could see the lights from my window when I was a kid. Love Duks! We couldn't believe it at the time when they had to change the name. He is a tiny little stand in the getto in an area where no one wants to live at the time and they had to change their name. Crazy! I am going this weekend!
(5)Chris R.
I love this place for oh so many reasons. From its quaint, decaying, hole in the wall charm to the tremendous amounts of grease that goes into every single item on the menu! Its a gluttons dream! I love the strawberry and chocolate malts... cheese fries are delish!
(5)Mark A.
If I was stuck on a stranded Island and could only bring three things..... 1. Duk's Bacon Double Cheesburger 2. My best friend (because he would bring his own Duk's Bacon Double, and not finish it, so I would get it.) 3. Mmmmh - maybe a regular Duk's Double Cheesburger (sometimes you just don't feel like bacon, you know?) Okay, so yeah this is the dirtiest place on earth, but unless you're eating raw food, the hot grill and grease kill anything that might cause you harm anyway! Plus, that's what gives this place it's unique and addictive flavor. I don't think they clean anything. I've only eaten the burgers, fries, hot dogs, beefs, sausages and milkshakes, never breakfast. But they're awesome, and I think the best greasy food of that kind in the city. Seriously, I've searched for something as good or better, but I always come back to this place for whatever reason. I've had Max's "ghetto fries," Burger Baron, The Lighthouse, Jim's Polish, Devil Dogs, Gold Coast Dogs...can't think of all the others, and this dirty-ass, grease pit with really fat women cooks does it for me all the time. Just go and order the Bacon Double with everything - you'll see what I'm talking about. I wouldn't hang out there too long, because it's one of those places you smell like for days afterwards. Get it to go!
(5)Sara B.
It can be scary. It can be gross. You will (especially in the summer) wonder why the health dept hasn't shut them down. The good and the bad is that they cook everything right in front of you...so you know where it's been... It's a handy joint to hit up when I am in a lazy mood at the BF's house. I have never gotten sick from here. So far.
(2)mono b.
good dogs, great fries. friendly service.
(4)H C.
I enjoy going to Duk's when I want some cheap greasy hot dog stand food. I go there mostly for the cheese fries because they don't hold back on the cheese application. The other food is good but nothing spectacular, but I still love it. Gotta love spending no more than $5 on a complete meal!
(4)Manda H.
This place rocks! I have gone here at 1am to order cheese fries and hot dogs as well as during the weekend afternoon. Where else can you find a dog and fries for $2.49? Its a dive and honestly I like it that way. I don't need any frills when all I want is a good dog. I like eating inside or outside. The staff is decently friendly and service is pretty quick.
(5)Rachel K.
I love Duk's! I wish it was closer ... or maybe actually I don't since I'd eat there way too much. Yeah, its not classy. It is what it is and it does it well. This is the real deal fast food. This ain't a crappy mcdonald's or a burger king. This stuff tastes way better and is still extremely cheap. I adore their cheeseburgers and cheese fries and can't seem to stray from that option, but I've had friends who have ordered other things and really liked them. I've taken a sip of a shake before too and it was pretty darn tasty. One of the reasons I love living in this city is the awesome little fast food joints that aren't chains. The outside seating is pretty nice too when its warm out. I would never want to actually sit inside of Duks and eat.
(4)Laura S.
Yelp says one star means Eek! Methinks not. Methinks not!!! DON'T DO IT! I'm a member in good standing of the Clean Plate Club. I finish my food even when I'm uncomfortably full. I threw this shit in the trash after one bite. And I was HUNGRY. Going home and eating a bowl of Corn Pops was a better alternative people. To be fair, although I'm not sure why I'm bothering, the one and only one time I ate here was last summer (2007). Maybe they've cleaned up their act since then...doubtful...
(1)tony c.
well.. it's pretty fast. the hours are nice when you're hungry and it's really late. 'course, when it's winter and you're standing outside yelling into the window, some of the allure wears off. convenience aside, the quality feels like it's a couple notches shy of your average greasy spoon. that should say something. hey- the fries are good. i do really like the fries... but more often than not, it's just not worth it.
(1)Joe S.
Like it matters what I think. The people that work here aren't the kind you want to sit next to so you can copy their homework.
(2)Sharlene K.
It's 3 AM and you desperately want a greasy spoon burger. You want it cheap. You want it now. Better yet, you don't want to drive through, but you want to bike through. You have found your perfect match. Double cheese burger with fries is $3.00. It really is that cheap, but you know what else? It's so delicious. It's a straight fried beef patty and if you order bacon, that gets deep fried which means the fries are also sort of deep fried in bacon. They also offer up standard diner fare including hot dogs, and Italian beef, but this is not for the fickle of palate. This is the road-side stuff that'll make you die faster than playing 30-day McDonald's diet. For serious. They have a walk-up window which is definitely excellent for a biker, and they have sit down space outside. It's also 24 hours. Everything comes with fries. More importantly, they have a jukebox with Guns N' Roses on it. Not recommended for displaced yuppies "slumming it" off the blue line, and I'm a little baffled by "vegetarians" like Girl C. reviewing a place where everything is cooked with bacon fat and tallow and uh, hot dogs are green with one of Chicago's more famous hot dog toppings - emerald green relish. I guess you could always take vegetarians accounts of a meat-establishment seriously and "risk your life", but I try not to buy the panic stories.
(5)Frank W.
Having lived just down the street from this place, I can't let a five star ranking for this stand. At 3 am, it's delicious, at 4 am probably even better, but during the light of day it's a real grease pit. Still the shakes and burgers are good and cheap if you're willing to brave it, but sometimes, even when I wanted a burger during broad daylight I wouldn't want to confront the grossness of this place. As a point of comparison, in my previous 'hood, I went to the local dog stand finicky's, which was nice and clean and also cheap, on many an afternoon. Sadly, it was not open after hours. If you're in the mood for a burger or shake and in the area, definitely try it.
(3)Joshua Y.
Duk's is a trashy place I love. The food isn't very remarkable, but Duk's has a unique atmosphere I come for. Everything is filthy. The grease coated walls and blinking lights offer a full encompassing experience that help you forget about your day and the staff frequently add to your conversations like you know them personally. It's a great down to earth place to start or end the night.
(3)Karen G.
Wow!! what a dive. Went there the other night after many cocktails and had a dog. At the time I thought it was okay. Went back a day later because of my hunger pangs and decided to eat in the outdoor seating area and EEEKS a rat ran past my foot. Just plan scary.
(2)Phillie P.
Last time I went there they had the 69 Jr. Cheeseburger. Greasy spoon joint that's definitely cheap and yummy. It's grimy.. the place, but not the food. They also have shakes here. Go if you're in the hood and are a bit hungry...at 3am.
(5)Geoff H.
Having been to MANY of the Duks (Clark/Ridge, Division/Damen, Ashland across from Jewel), most of which are gone, went to this location (maybe the only one left?) today and grabbed a chili-cheese dog and fries. It was like $3 and the dog was pretty big and delicious, and the crinkle-cut fries were awesome. Yeah, the place is pretty grimy, but it's a hot dog joint with low ceilings and a deep fryer, in a building that's (conservatively) fifty years old....do you expect it to be sparkly clean? Polite service and a neat retro atmosphere. These lil joints are disappearing quickly, get it while you can....I'll take this over Jimmy's any day.
(4)Mike K.
Let's play "Fun with Mike Time"! My gf's lil' brother came in town late Friday nighte, a simple kid from the country, wanting to experience city life. He's the kind of kid who gets excited by airplanes and homeless people. So it was late and we figured we'd give him a real taste of Chicago by going to Duk's. Their burgers are amazing and simple, which the kid loved. They even made some funky creation of a grilled cheese for my gf. We both ordered a cheeseburger and we were told we were getting bacon double cheeseburgers. okay. The kid loved his meal, along with the stories of violnce and gun play in the neighborhood and the drunken co-eds from UIC that tried to order food. But what made the trip worthwhile was the fact the owner was selling coffee cakes for $1. But she had a half of coffee cake at the bottom, it had been there all day, half-eaten, on sale for 50 cents. Wow.
(3)Efrain F.
If you've lived in Chicago for a while, you should be quite aware of the Duks fast food locations. Newcomers may not know this but all of the Duks locations seem to be in high gang-crime areas! Some of these areas have since become safer, of course. Someone I grew up with was shot in the Duks on Fullerton(don't know if it's still there). The Duks on ashland served as a hangout for the local street gangs for years. I honestly have never tasted their food... I didn't want to "catch a hot one" in the leg just for trying out their foot long hot dog.
(1)amanda g.
if i could give it 0 stars, i would. max and i went there about a week ago with our friend josh. we had been out at chipp inn for a few drinks and wanted something to eat, late night. i yelped places in the area and found duk's. it got decent reviews and i had driven past it before. it looked like a kinda cheesy greasy spoon that i might just end up loving. far from it. the fries were possibly the worst i've ever tasted. they were bland, unsalted, and soggy. absolutely disgusting. i didn't think it was possible to make a bad hot dog. but somehow duk's has managed to. max and josh had burgers that were almost equally as gross. although, i have to say, if you are being forced to eat there, i would probably recommend the burger. of the things we tried it was the lesser evil. the only thing i can say positive about it is that the actual building is freakin cool. old school lighted sign. outdoor seating. a true hot dog stand throwback. bottom line, i would not recommend going here. if you're looking for late night eats, go up ashland a bit farther and try la pasadita. its great.
(1)rachel p.
my hot dog w/ everything didn't have tomato! :( aside from that, it was late, the dog was tasty, the fries were fresh, there was a seat at the counter and that was enough for me!
(3)Karen E.
this place is great i love the food....I LOVE THIS PLACE!! any1 who says otherwise is wrong. they do clean the resturant trust me i help them but the thing is its nt gonna b squeeky clean bt its cz its a 50 year old building. its older than my grandma trust me go there n eat the food.... u wont b dissapointed!!!
(5)Justin W.
Duk's is a tasty trip into a vintage style hot dog stand. I love the counter and the clientele , a little bit of everybody. Cant beat the prices and the sign.
(4)Yo U.
The dogs at Duk's are alright, too. Not awesome, but alright all the same.
(3)Sara P.
Three stars ... THREE STARS!?!? Duks deserves an anthem ... $2.90 burger and fries ... great chocolate milkshakes ... open all night during the weekend. This place even has a bathroom when all that alcohol you just consumed wants to come out ... not saying it is a great bathroom, but it is open. The fries come with no salt, so be warned. But the service is friendly the people are cool and it is a neighborhood spot for those of us who appreciate a cheap burger and some drunken antics. Also, if you want to double your fat intake, get the big burger with the bacon. It comes highly recommended by many.
(5)Ben D.
Duk's is a classic hot dog stand. I usually get the Polish sausage with everything, the peppers are nice and hot and the fries come rolled up in the same paper as the sausage. I've heard good things about the burgers. They have tacos as well but I haven't tried those yet. People talk about how dirty it is, that doesn't bother me. It tastes good and it' is cheap, what more could you want in a hot dog stand.
(4)Girl C.
i am going to be so beyond honest here, it won't even be funny. i don't give two shits HOW desperate you may just be. this place is absolutely nasty. there is nothing sanitary about it. i'm actually really, really surprised that the department of health hasn't shut this shithole down yet. would you like to know why? i will tell you! first of all, the "cooks" are a bunch of "ladies" with bad (*bad meaning VILE*) hygiene, who cough and sneeze all over the grills while they are cooking. they serve "hot dogs", which have an interesting GREEN hue to them. if you drive by at 3am like another yelper wrote? yeah - you'll be really intrigued. why? they keep the side door of the place OPEN while they COOK your FOOD. does that sound wrong to anyone else here? they have a door which is right off of an alley, which they keep open. this may explain why there are always bugs flying around and crawling on the floor. and this may explain why the local homeless people of westtown are always in our area - how can you beat the prices of a place that doesn't use any of their money to pay for sanitation, and therefore can keep their prices on food low? you can't. so when you see stinky, homeless joe sitting at one of their picnic tables, scratching his balls and shoving his face with a hotdog, rethink your decision to take some of these reviews seriously and eat there. trust me. i live less than three blocks from this place. their grease stinks worse than the shit floating in the sewer in my alley. and i'm sorry for my vulgarity in this review - but that's the only way that i can accurately describe this nasty hellhole. and if you ever notice that they're boarded up and closed one random day? that either means that someone got e-coli from their undercooked and germ-filled food, or i called the department of health and had them shut down. rock on with your bad self.
(1)Chrissy W.
Let me start by saying anyone here who has sanitation complaints quite obviously has never worked any sort of service position in their lives. Having a door open doesnt effect the sanitation of your food, nor does the homeless guy on the street nearby. Its the city, there are homeless people. Accept it. I do find it amusing that people went to Duks expecting a 5-star dining experience. Its quite obvious from the get-go exactly what this place is about. Its about good CHEAP food. And thats why we love it. Its great if you have spare cash in your pocket after work & just want a good burger and cheese fries or a chili dog. It is also probably the best hangover food in the city. It is the ONLY thing that can get all my hungover friends off my couch for any length of time. So: If you want really good food at an insanely reasonable price with no frills and friendly family-owned neighborhood service try duks, its awesome. If you want a fancy schmancy dinner with a waiter you have to tip and kitchen staff you never have to see, this is certainly not the place for you. Also, dont trust these posts about sanitation. If a place had any reasonable, rational sanitation issues ofcourse it would be closed. Thank god such things are left to people with an education & not uptight yuppies.
(5)molly c.
this place is cheapie mc-cheaperson. it is what it is. late night burger/dogs/beefs and CHHHHHEEEESSSEEEE fries. i feel dirty just knowing that i have chowed on this grease pit food in the last month! but, when did feeling bad about something ever stop me!?!?
(3)Jason L.
living only right down the street sometimes this is the only option available at those really hungry moments! this is a hit or miss place! ...all depends on what you want to eat. ok: hot dogs/burgers/fries/steak sandwich...anything with cheese on it!!! great thing is you get fries with everything you order stay way from: italian beef (i know what you're saying 'how can anybody mess up italian beef in chicago', but sometimes it doesnt look like meat!!!) never tried there breakfast food....maybe one day. great place in the summer time with a big open patio but same food. better when intoxicated but i guess anything is!
(2)Clark K.
the polish sausages are DEEP FRIED, enough said, fries are ok, lots of homeless people hanging around, do yourself a favor and go to a grocery store and buy some nathans or vienna hot dogs, don't let their 75 cents hot dog deal snag you in, this place may be worst in Chicago! oh yes, you WILL get the runs!
(1)adam s.
This is the way summer in Chicago is supposed to be. Takes me back, a REAL neighborhood place. A landmark
(4)Marco T.
So me, my brother and other fellow cast members headed to Chicago for the 2004 Children's Film Festival to discuss, before thousands of kids, "Gettin' Grown," a movie about a child coming of age. The movie was an entry in the film festival and as cast members we had to be present. Anywhoo afterward we all were hungry and we came across this small hot dog joint called DONALD DUK'S.... DUK'S??? Do they know how to SPELL? After noticing the misspell we see depictions of Donald Duck... or more like a GENERIC, MODIFIED version of the Disney character so you COULD say that it was DONALD DUK rather than DONALD DUCK, anywhoo we entered the restaurant which was small and business was run by those of Mexican origin, which puzzled me because I was told that our location was like a Ukrainian Village neighborhood but I see no Ukrainians.... hm well nevertheless I ordered a CHILLI CHEESE BURGER WITH ONION RINGS and a drink. I must say the food is definitely SIMPLE yet DELICIOUS. I easily pardoned the bad attempt at avoiding a lawsuit from Disney generic business naming by this joint. Simple, local, not at all fancy but one of those down to earth joints your friends can just stop by and have simple fun. Get a bite.
(3)Martha Z.
eck when I moved into this neighborhood our landlord told of us all the fine dining hot spots including this one. We were young and naive and decided to check it out on a late night of girls only fun. I'm surprised this place isn't shut down for health code violations. There was money on the cutting surfaces of the prep area and the cook looked like the judge out of the john candy movie, nothing but trouble. I'm sure that my friend enjoyed her chocolate milkshake but i was way to grossed out to finish my cheeseburger.
(2)Jason W.
Do I have to give this place one star? This place is a filthy pit. My landlord told me a story of him and some steel workers he had hired getting some burgers at this place for lunch. He said, "It made us all so sick we were holding onto the toilet for our lives." I unfortunately had been there once before, but will not go back ever again. Oh and by the way, what gang bangers that are left in the neighborhood like to hang out there and use the pay phone. It's not only unsafe to eat, but unsafe overall!
(1)Paul B.
Really nice and cheap sliders (mini hamburgers). This place just reeks of Chicago... and thats why its cool. I can just see people raging here at all hours of the day. Fear the name because Disney cracked down on them being called Donald Ducks... ahahhaha DUKS#@!$
(3)Tobia C.
I don't know how this place passes health inspections...but thank god it does (or someone isn't checking). This is a great place to get VERY cheap food - Chicago style. They have dogs, Polish, burgers. For fun...watch who's touching the money AND the food! hehehe.
(4)Dawn G.
This place has good, cheap food. I've been coming here for years. For the people complaining about the shakes and false advertisement... The machine broke and they are trying to get a new one. That sign outside has been there for 60 years .
(5)Mandy Y.
The coolest decor they have here is the newspaper showing they were sued (or threatened with suit) from Disney for copyright infringement! This place seems to have a bad rap but I think it's pretty good food. A little pricey for what it is but when it's 4 in the morning (uh Chicago parties waaaay harder than I'm used to in LA) and you're starving this place hits the spot. The Italian Beef is really good here, like really. If you've read any of my other reviews, that's all I tend to order so trust me :) I like that the staff here is always so personable and nice too. Guess they've taken the hint from past disgruntled Yelpers. Like I said, the food here IS good but I just don't know if it the cost justifies that.
(4)Jerry V.
They advertise milkshakes and malts in a billboard outside the restaurant after paying for parking. I go inside and the malts and shakes are crossed off. Both ladies working there do not have hair nets on very unsanitary. One of the ladies had a sleeveless shirt on as she cooked.
(1)Danny W.
This place looks like one of those joints that is so dirty and dingy that they'd have to have good food. Right? Unfortunately no. It's just average burgers, dogs, and other Chicago staples, but not done as well as some of the other well known drunk food spots. As others suggested the staff is definitely disgruntled. Like the Weiner's Circle only not funny and not trying to be funny. Just pissed off that they have to be working as late as they do. I'll probably pass on Donald Duk's next time.
(2)Ela G.
Awesome. Cheap. AND good! My strawberry shake, loaded hotdog and fries hit the spot. Not to mention they are super nice and friendly. The hot dogs are a little over 3 bucks and come with free fries for each dog. I'm a fan of the cozy-ness.
(5)Jen S.
Best cheap greasy double bacon cheeseburger ever. Yummy drunk food. Pizza pockets. Tasty shakes. Nom
(5)Dan N.
I came here as soon as I moved to Chicago. First thing I see is a homeless man staring at me, with his hands down his pants. I could taste his stink. I got my food and got the F out of there. Food was nothing special.
(2)Marilynn L.
Duk's, Duk's Duk's. What is there to say about Duk's? Too much, I fear. I came into this dingy spot and was looking for a quick bite. We got a hot dog with fries for the Mister and shrimp with fries for the Misses (that would be me). All was ok with the world. Our food was alright for what we apid and I was hungry. This all changed when I saw the woman that made our food - all food is made right there in front of you - bring out a gallon of oil out to the front part of this fine establishment. She placed this gallon on the floor because it seemed like the fryer may need some more; cool. She then picks up this gallon - that was just on the floor - and places it ON the board where she makes the food. OUR food. YOUR food. FOOD. I kept observing. She never wore gloves, never wiped down the spot where she placed that gallon of oil from the floor. I was grossed out. And come to think of it, I didn't pay attention when she made my food! *Shivers* I will never return to this place. and I suggest you stay away, too.
(1)Bo K.
They charge .50 extra for lettuce and tomato! Duk's sux.
(1)Dan S.
I live a couple blocks away, menu is super cheap and the food is consistently good. Fast food hot dog and burger joint and it is reliably open.
(5)Ryan A.
They really should be upfront with how many times this place got shut down for health code violations
(1)John Y.
Not a very sanitary place. A no go in my book at any hour.... Scary!
(1)Amy S.
After a night of overindulging on libations in the good 'ol Windy City, I needed something to calm my stomach. What could do the trick? A Chicago-style hot dog and an order of fries of course! Yes ladies and gents, I really know how to treat my body with respect. Service at Duk's was fast, friendly and with a smile. And the woman behind the counter didn't judge me for looking the way I did. Good hot dogs, the classic way. Crinkle cut fries made right in front of you. Kitschy, old diner-like counter service. Too cute. All in all, I'm a fan!
(4)Reuben H.
This place's claim to fame is being sued by Disney back in the day for utilizing his infamous cartoon character's name and image to push greasy food to little kids. And who says Disney is only interested in their bottom line? It is clear to me that the Disney organization had the proper foresight to try to stop the current childhood obesity epidemic that is plaguing our country by not allowing capitalists like this hot dog joint by not allowing them to use their much revered character Donald Duck. Disney is always right. With that said, I do try to "shop" local and considering Duk's is just down the block from me, I do rely on it from time to time for sustenance and nourishment. This place is very much old Chicago through and through. There is a sense of the way things used to be in that neighborhood when you go into Duk's- for better and worse. On the one hand, you have some "genuine" characters (not to say nice, just who they are) working here and typically some interesting humans patronizing the place too. Dirty is maybe the best way to describe the decor. I am not at all squeamish in regards to who things "look" and I am sure this place is clean enough behind the line (you can see them cooking the food very clearly), but there is a cluttered, and even "chipped" look to the place which could probably do well with a fresh coat of paint. Food here is as basic as it comes. This place is a burger and hot dog stand- so that is what you'll find (along with the Chicago traditions of Italian beefs and chicken sandwiches). I've find that for the money (cheap!), it is not at all bad, and well-worth the wait inside while you listen to some lady talk about exacting revenge on her neighbor who borrowed money and is avoiding repayment.
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