FATDUCK Tavern & Grill

7218 Madison St, Forest Park
(708) 488-1493

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Carolyn Sharkey

Fish and chips were tasty and the batter on the fish was perfectly crispy. Fries were good, but we tasted no difference whatsoever between the regular fries and the duck fat fries, so it wasn't worth the price to upgrade. Burger was decent but overcooked.
It was entirely too loud inside, impossible to have conversation with anyone at my table, and I couldn't wait to leave.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not accessible

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips

Angie B. Baby

In my opinion, different Servers makes for a different experience. Slightly over priced items but it's good.

Dietary restrictions: There are some items for GF and V. Not many.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Duck Fat Burger and Fries, Fish Tacos, Smoked Wings, Duckfat Fries

Karla Q

I just moved to this area and decided to check this place out because it always smelled so good when I walked by. I ordered the bacon burger with the duck fat fries. Food was fantastic. Very flavorful and I ordered a lemonade and it was really tasty. I asked if it was homemade and they said no it was from the fountain. ? This is great because it means that they keep their fountain clean. Lovely atmosphere, very nice, very friendly service and a low key, casual vibe all around. I will definitely be returning. Thank you for the wonderful meal. ?

Kid-friendliness: There was a whole family sitting in front of my table. Definitely family friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duck Fat Burger and Fries, Duckfat Fries

Michael Anthony

Very good service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nakamura_Rin

Don’t get me wrong the place looks amazing but the food was not the best; for the price of a brisk plater I would expect more meat but instead I had just ton of fat, my mom got a burger but both buns were burnt really bad so she ended up eating a bun less burger. For the price it’s not worth it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 4

Joan Lazar

Wonderful restaurant and pub! We had the fried chicken sandwich on a pretzel bun and it was spectacular, the sweet potato fries were 10 out of 10. The service was also excellent, just the right amount of attentiveness. Wish I had gotten a chance to take a picture of the food, but I was so hungry, I ate it in like two minutes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried

Sabryna-Joi King-Bell

EXCELLENT FOOD!!! We had Quesidillas, Salmon Entree, Chicken Nachos, and BBQ Pulled Pork!!! The French Fries are the ABSOLUTE BEST!!! Great Place for dining inside or on their PATIO!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork and Sliced Brisket Sampler, Duckfat Fries, Nachos

Nick Coligan

The Duckfat burger and fries are ah-mazing! Seriously. Just pick a beautiful day, and go sit on their patio. Pick your poison beverage wise. They have a full bar, though I opted for sparkling water. Then, simply say, "I'll have the Fatduck burger (insert desired temperature here) with the Duckfat fries." Sit back, soak in some sun, sip your beverage, chat, but be prepared. This burger is big and juicy and deadly decadent- oozing creamy mellow brie with Applewood bacon and caramelized onions on a pretzel bun. You can dress it up your way. Personally, I spread the Mexican pesto, which I found similar to a chimmichurri on my bottom bun, and the roasted garlic aioli on my top bun. These two come with the duck fat fries, but I love them on my burger.

Our service is always top notch, all of the staff are friendly and fun. They have a pretty extensive food menu, which offers a nice variety. You can even sub a beyond burger patty and gluten-free bun if that's your thing, but please, live a little and go with the authentic duck fat fries.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duckfat Burger, Duckfat Fries

Mimi

nice place with really friendly staff. easy to come in solo and sit at the bar, or in a group at a table.
i tried the house salad first — less than $7 gets you a massive salad. it’s basic, but you probably couldn’t finish it in one sitting so it’s a nice way to break up burger and fries.
the burger was really good, although i thought the pretzel bun was very large and opted to eat the sandwich without the bun.
the duck fat fries were really tasty, but somewhat limp and oily; you can tell they are hand cut, but i don’t believe they flash fry them twice to get that perfect non-oily crisp. you need to boil them briefly, fry once, let dry, then fry again to get the perfect french fry. but the taste was good and the sauces that were served were all unique.
the service was fantastic. the pineapple hard cider was delicious. i will come back in the future to try more things.

Parking: several one way streets in the area, combined with a super busy main street, makes parking difficult. i recommend parking in a nearby neighborhood and walking.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duckfat Burger

Cyn G

I've been coming for a while and always have always enjoyed it. Service can either be really good or not that great, but it's never been so bad that I wouldn't come back. With that out of the way the food is always on point and while I'm not an avid lover of fries the fries here are phenomenal. Always perfectly seasoned and crunchy the fries are always little bites of perfection ?. Overall it's a good neighborhood spot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Duckfat Fries, Nachos

Clarisa Amoa-Van Zant

I got blackened Cajun burger with duck fat fries. It was done perfectly. My burger was like I ordered yummm, perfect evening, Jake was awesome. He was friendly and informative. Thanks .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duck Fat Burger and Fries, Duckfat Burger, Duckfat Fries

Aaron Welch

Fat Duck never disappoints. Food and service is great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duckfat Fries

Aaron Walsh

Great food, eat here once a week!

Parking: Only about 12 spots right outside the door. 2 spots are 10 minute pick-up spots only. Other street parking is available on the main road or side streets; all are metered.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Duckfat Burger, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Duckfat Fries

Sam Hronek

Best bacon cheddar burger I’ve ever had. The wait staff was incredible and super nice. Would totally recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Laurel Hays

Such a delicious restaurant! Everything I ate was fabulous. The $5 Bloody Marys on Sundays are perfect. Must get the blue cheese olives. Comes with a sidecar!
Maddie and Emily were amazing!

Parking: Paid street parking but it was free on Sunday!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad, Duckfat Fries

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