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    Docks Bar & Grill

    2.6 (414 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    Tiki feel outdoors in nice weather
    Sue P.

    Nice enough place with a tiki bar patio area in the summer. Inside has seating that overlooks a lake which is nice. The prices though are sky high. Just met my son there for lunch and it was $50 for two. I just had a grilled cheese (tasted good) and iced tea. Mango syrup squirt was $1.00 additional. Anything I might have wanted for my sandwich like tomato, bacon etc would have been at a substantial upgraded cost. Son had sliders which were $20 no fries! I cannot justify those costs for a simple lunch.

    Grey Goose Dirty martini
    Rhonda S.

    We had an amazing time here. Tiffany is a superb bartender. We felt very welcome when we arrived and she was attentive the entire time we were here. Jessica & Tiffany are literally the best! I've traveled everywhere and nobody has anything on these girls! Dynamic Duo! They have both been working here about 10 years and are very passionate about their work. Tiffany is so friendly and fun. She is as very helpful with making food suggestions and said the cheese curds are popular. We enjoyed her high energy and fun conversation. I am so pleased we were waited by Tiffany. She is very energetic and I have already told 3 friends to check this place out because of our experience. This place has several open air seating options. A great selection of drinks and food. Gorgeous view of the water and a killer sunset. The blackened tuna sandwich is AWESOME. We also loved the cheese curds and shrimp appetizer. A great location -- and most importantly the staff are so good at their jobs. We will be back. Thank you for a nice day!!

    View from outdoor patio
    Dina E.

    Fun bar and grill located on a small lake (chain of lakes) in Wauconda. Large outdoor deck with a bar and plenty of tables to enjoy outdoor eating and drinking. The service was great; however, the food was just average. The burgers were good, but the fries tasted like they had been sitting awhile. We also tried the walleye which was pricey so we had high expectations. The fish tasted fresh, but the entire entree was disappointing, as the mashed potatoes were lukewarm and dry and the vegetables tasted like sautéed frozen veggies. We saw several apps that looked tasty and were great for large groups including the giant soft pretzel. Our cocktails were tasty and overall, I would recommend Docks for drinks, apps and casual fare.

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    Mary B.

    Came here for a view and had Lakeside Brunch! It was perfect! Drinks were on point , I asked the server what's the best drink and he said it was the mai tai , and lemme tell you... it was lit! Absolutely delicious, we also had some great local beer on draft. We ordered fried coconut shrimp, and a delicious bacon cheese burger on focaccia bread. You can choose from a variety of breads , focaccia, brioche & more. It was massive and delicious. My husband and I didn't finish the food since portions are very generous. I want to come back for drinks and nachos to share lol I'm sure they will be massive too! There's valet parking and self parking, also boat deck parking so you can just drive your boat , park and here you are drinking by the lake and enjoying some delicious burgers or seafood. It was beautiful and I loved the ambiance. Waiters were very knowledgeable when it came to the menu. I love it when they tell you what's the best thing to drink and eat and they get it right!

    Whiskey And Pretzel
    Steve A.

    A good location by the lake, which is the best thing you can say about this bar. Dock's is one of the local hangouts in Wauconda, and popular for boaters and other fun. It doesn't get as much attention when it's not summer, but there's stuff going on all year. Mostly it's a casual bar to get some cheap drinks and play some games. The food is mostly typical bar stuff like burgers and pretzels. Bars like this are popular for the location, which is next to Bangs Lake. It's nothing special but it's not that bad to hang out. This is a pretty okay sports bar with TVs for watching games or whatever. Cocktails are about $6 for the basic. The food is mostly meaty stuff. A big ass pretzel is one of the few vegetarian items on the menu. It's about $15, which is a lot no matter how big it is, but it makes for good sharing. As for the rest of the menu, it's typical stuff in a bar. There's burgers, wings, and other fried items. Even though it may not look that great, it can provide a pretty fun atmosphere. It's for sure best in summer. There's still plenty to come here for any month though.

    Lemon Chicken Piccata
    Kim V.

    Came here for Easter. They had a special holiday menu. Though our reservations were at 10 am there weren't any breakfast items. We had a group of 5 and we were seated immediately. Nicer server. Great bloody Mary's and the champagne cocktail with Aperol were great! Variety of fruity, tropical and umbrella kind of drinks. The salads were huge portions, burgers were great and I had the Chicken Lemon Piccata. We were all happy with our meals. Great location on Bangs Lake. Large outdoor space with a tiki bar overlooking the lake. Highly recommend!

    Elle S.

    This is a very fun place to be on a Friday night. Great views of the lake, fun tiki bar, amazing service. The other patrons were all so friendly and welcoming. No need to worry about parking, the valet will take care of that. Saw an awesome band with Trumpets, Trombones, and the whole 9 yards. Can't wait to go back again!

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    1 star for the view, which is beautiful scenic water views. The food? Absolutely awful and overpriced. Spinach Artichoke Dip was disgusting.

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    Very disappointed! Service was nonexistent and food and drinks were horrible. We will stick to Lindy's

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    Great food, amazing atmosphere. Service at the bar can be a bit frustrating sometimes. but overall great summer place!!

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    Nice casual place with a great view in Wauconda. Sufficient choice of Food and drinks

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    Horrible experience, bad service. Waitress was caught up talking with bar employees and provided very slow and unfriendly service.

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    I'm surprised to see the bad reviews. We had a great lunch, good service and a awesomely view of the lake. All in all nothing but good!

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    Lindy's is a great lunch and dinner spot off of beautiful Bangs Lake. You can enjoy a view of the…read morewater from most of the restaurant. There are tons of different seating options from indoor bar or deck bar, indoor dining room, outdoor dining deck, or even beach tables. For the beach tables, you are actually seated on a a private beach, which is fun for the kids who want to play in the water after you order. All of the staff are attentive and friendly and will help with special requests. My favorite is the chopped salad, but I've also enjoyed several appetizers and my family has really enjoyed the luau bowl, fish tacos, and various burgers.

    A nice place and has an amazing location on Bangs Lake. Has a nice beach vibe outdoors and know…read morefrom past experience they have a very nice dining room. Plenty of parking. When we first got there my wife wanted to sit outside and was told they had heaters (as I was dressing for 50's temps), but they didn't have them turned on. So, inside we went and sat at the bar. Stayed for couple of quick drinks. Nothing special about it but our bartender was very nice, personable and attentive. So from that standpoint service was great! Pricing was decent but if you are looking for an old fashioned, don't. It tasted like they splashed it with sprite or something, bathed in crushed ice and Marciano cherry. Very sweet. All of that was passable and went with the style but had to knock them down when I went to the rest room. It was dirty, paper towels on the floor and trash bins overflowing. I get they were busy on a Saturday night, but still. We will be back but hope to have a better review next time. If I recall their food was good, though menu is a little traditional - nothing too exciting for this foodie.

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