Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen is an upscale-casual gastro pub featuring gourmet sandwiches and comfort foods using local and sustainable produce, meats, fish, and cheeses. Our bar has over 140 different American craft beers and Belgian ales to choose from. Duke's also features live entertainment Thursday through Sunday ranging from Karaoke, Live Bands, and a unique style Game Show every Sunday.

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29 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

(29 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 29 reviews

5 stars

(15)

4 stars

(9)

3 stars

(4)

2 stars

(1)

1 star

(0)

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(18)
neighborhood gem(17)
good for groups(12)

great for lunch(11)
kid-friendly(9)
vibrant bar scene(8)

Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen Reviews List

Review 1 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Dukes has a respectful casual atmosphere. The waitstaff is always friendly, helpful and appropriately attentive. The food has always been excellent with locally grown products. Known for its burgers and, surprisingly, muscles, the rest of the menu is equally as good. The beer selection is outstanding!!!"

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly

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Review 2 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Foodie Paradise

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything on the menu is locally grown/purchased. The presentation is excellent and everything we ordered was delicious!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

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Review 3 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Awesome beer menu, great apps

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The beer menu is massive, and the appetizers were really, really good. Tomatillo salsa was better than Frontera Grill Most of our table got tacos, which were disappointingly dry, and the tortillas basically fell apart when we tried to eat them. (tacos are a temporary menu highlight, so perhaps that's why?) The one burger ordered was reportedly good, so stick to the tried-and-true bar menu items.

Still, worth a second try if we are in Crystal Lake again."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 4 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great service, great food, great beer selection.
One of my favorite places to go."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch

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Review 5 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/29/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Good menu. Gluten free & vegetarian options available. I will definitely return."

Dined on 4/29/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 6 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Excellent beer list makes

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2013

2011

Dined on 04/07/2013

2011

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent beer list makes Duke's worth a visit. Unfortunately, on this occasion, the food was poor. The salmon entree was overcooked as was the spinach bed and the roasted potatoes, all of which were greasy. The chicken pasta was more pasta than chicken and unimpressive. Will go again for beer but probably not eat there."

Dined on 04/07/2013

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

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Review 7 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We love Duke's and their great

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2013

2012

Dined on 04/01/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We love Duke's and their great selection of beers. Food was mostly good and interesring. My turkey spinach panini was a bit salt as were my son's fries. Overall great though."

Dined on 04/01/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very Comfortable atmosphere,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/06/2013

2013

Dined on 03/06/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very Comfortable atmosphere, lots of conversations going on and everyone seemed happy including the busy wait staff. Food is healthy, tastey and well presented. I love that most of it was locally produced, even in the winter. Lots of local meat."

Dined on 03/06/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 9 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent beer selection.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/27/2013

2003

Dined on 02/27/2013

2003

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent beer selection. Very friendly staff and management."

Dined on 02/27/2013

2003

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 10 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Don't overlook Duke's

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Pleasantly surprised by the healthful menu. The bison burger was excellent. Could have a better offering of vegetable sides order with the meal. The service and atmosphere were great."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 11 for Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5