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    Don's Dock Seafood

    4.1 (444 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for kids

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    Fried Walleye Meal
    Stacey G.

    The gift and curse is in the simplicity of the menu. On one hand everything is fresh, not overcooked, and the seafood portions are ample. My clam chowder was delicious and none of the fish was greasy. However I found catfish in my order, the food was utterly flavorless, the fries need to be cooked in a different oil , and I wish there were better sides other than rice , broccoli, corn. It wasn't bad. But it's not my first go to for fried seafood on the go.

    Pickled herring and creamed herring!
    Bobby M.

    Outstanding fried fish with great fries and hush puppies! Service was awesome...this was our first visit and she walked us through the menu and helped us make some choices. Cute little place with great pictures on the wall, clean restrooms and easy parking.

    John M.

    A neighborhood staple for many years,this family owned seafood market and eatery does not disappoint. We used to order from Dons Dock multiple times when we lived in the area so since we were in Des Plaines ,we decided to stop in for a late lunch. The staff is super friendly and their food is mainly homemade recipes. We ordered the Fish n Chips meal which came with fries and coleslaw. My wife had a small order of jambalaya since she is gluten free. The food is cooked while you wait and is brought to your table. As we were waiting there was a constant flow of customers. The food portions are perfect and everything tasted great just like we remembered. They must be doing something right since they have been open since 1951. Next time in the Des Plaines area,stop in for some fresh seafood ..you will be hooked!

    Signage on Northwest Highway.
    Howard L.

    We haven't been here in a while and I dropped in to pick up a carryout sandwich for the wife. She had one of their March specials - a fried Alaskan cod sandwich for $8.75.  It was still moderately busy with both carryout and dine-in patrons at 2pm on a Wednesday.  Wife said the sandwich was tip-top fresh and delicious and a good deal, and good deal is not an oft said comment from her! They also don't fix what ain't broke here - the very casual interior and exterior is unchanged from my last visit a while ago.  Only the prices have kept up appropriately with time.

    Randa U.

    I HAVE FOUND A NEW FRIED FISH EATERY AND I LOVE IT! Let me tell you. Look at the menu before you go because there are so many choices and options and they're all delightful. Don't be afraid to try something new either. Everything is amazing there. OK, where to begin? Ah - walk in. It's not that huge, but enough to fit about 10 tables. It's a long building rather than wide, so if you eat inside, you might be close to your neighbor. They also do take out. When you order, you pay and wait for your food at your table (or at the counter) and pick it up. It's like a fast casual but not fast food. Everyone, I mean EVERYONE, is friendly and courteous. You get your food, and eat! I ordered the fried Maryland Crab Cakes and it came with fries, a roulade? sauce, and coleslaw. I also ordered a quarter pound of the fried clam strips and my partner ordered the grilled scallops plate. Everything was fantastic there. The service, the food, all of it.

    A neighborhood treasure
    Annette M.

    This classic Des Plaines seafood joint is a true neighborhood treasure. We used to live nearby and visit whenever we are back in the area. Serving mostly take-out but they do have a few tables indoors and picnic tables outside. Service is always outstanding. I was given many gluten free options and chose jambalaya which was loaded with fresh vegetables and had great flavor. My husband enjoyed the fried fish and chips his go to favorite.

    Lobster Roll Meal and Salmon with crab
    Ross M.

    Best staff good Lake and Seafood. Fast service reasonable prices. Not fancy but the best.

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    2 years ago

    Love this place! Whenever we are in the area we stop for lunch. This month is lobster fest. I am having the lobster salad

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    These guys are a classic go-to for seafood for a reason. Still serving up some of the best seafood at reasonable prices.

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    Ask the Community - Don's Dock Seafood

    Is this byob optional?

    It is more of a carry out place although there are a few tables where you can eat inside, I don't see any reason you couldn't bring your own!

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    2nd time coming here. First time was two years ago and our food and experience was incredible…read more This time... not so good. Server Hugo wasn't the greatest. My ahi tuna was a tiny overcooked and kinda fishy. Portion was a lot of vegetables which were fine. My husband had halibut which was good, but only a couple pieces of asparagus. Last time he had potatoes and we both got green beans too. Coffee was lukewarm and tasted old When he made the reservation he said it was our anniversary. No mention of that at all either. Disappointed on this visit for the price you pay

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    So glad to have such a quality butcher in the neighborhood! It's cash or check only, FYI. Also upon…read morefirst impression, VERY clean. Family owned and like many others have stated, they treat you like family. Immediately upon walking in, I was greeted by a butcher who was more than helpful and kind. My husband and I are on a new health journey so I've often times asked MANY questions and he was patient and helpful with every answer. Even with him knowing I didn't have cash and had to leave and come back. Needed some quality burgers and brats for a friend's grilling birthday bash. Picked up beer brats upon recommendation (and a crowd favorite), Mediterranean turkey burgers (super good and I enjoyed them more than my husband did if I'm to be honest), prime rib burgers (currently vacuum sealed in the freezer), skin on hot dogs (best ever), cheddar and jalapeño burger (another fave!), and maybe a couple others I can't recall. Everything so far- fresh and from what I've frozen, has been delicious. We typically shop at Paulina Market so it's been wonderful to find a shop closer at the same level (in our opinion). It is pricey as some have stated but you're paying for what you get. They have an amazing selection of prepared foods as well. Worth stopping in for! Can't wait to restock.

    Don's Dock Seafood - seafoodmarkets - Updated May 2026

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