The Duck Inn

"It’s a known fact that hot dogs and burgers are best enjoyed outdoors. That’s why eaters flock to this Bridgeport’s tavern’s lovely backyard patio. Well, that and the ramped-up comfort foods from chef Kevin Hickey. His signature Duck Inn dog is dragged through a garden of Chicago-style toppings and can be made with its original duck fat and beef dog or chicken and vegan options, while the Up & Over pays tribute to In-N-Out Burger’s Double-Double Animal Style. Beverage options range from sparkling crémant by the glass to Hamm’s on draft furthering the versatility of this neighborhood spot." - Naomi Waxman

"A well-known restaurant in Bridgeport, Chicago, known for its chicken sausage used in the Rendang Republic hot dog. It is owned by Kevin Hickey." - Ashok Selvam

"Part of the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand list since 2016, The Duck Inn allows diners to keep things super affordable by ordering one of chef Kevin Hickey’s signature duck-fat infused dogs or splurge a bit on the rotisserie duck served with duck fat potatoes and a duck jus poured at the table. Just be sure to call ahead to secure one of the birds. Book a table through Resy." - Samantha Nelson

"The Duck Inn's duck fat dog is the kind of mad scientist genius diners have come to expect from chef Kevin Hickey, who led two restaurants to Michelin stars before opening his own place in 2014. The hybrid beef/duck link is a welcome addition to Chicago's hot dog landscape." - Ashok Selvam

"The Duck Inn is the ultimate neighborhood restaurant, a family-friendly place that Bridgeport locals could regularly visit — to nosh on Italian beef and duck fat-infused hot dogs while drinking a cold brew. But with special dishes like rotisserie duck, the restaurant also caters to special occasions thanks to chef Kevin Hickey’s fine dining edge. The cocktail and wine list is not just great in general, but it’s also one of the best to find a good drink on the South Side and that scarcity makes the restaurant even more remarkable." - Ashok Selvam