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Don's Seafood & Chicken

"Sterling's Best Kept Secret"

About Us

Welcome to Don’s Seafood & Chicken—Sterling’s favorite homestyle restaurant since 1992! Our menu is packed with mouthwatering, homemade dishes, from freshly battered chicken sandwiches and juicy burgers to flavorful seafood and classic sides like coleslaw. Every meal is prepared with care to deliver the tastiest experience possible. At Don’s, we combine the comfort of homestyle cooking with friendly service that makes you feel right at home. Stop by today and discover why we’ve been a local favorite for over 30 years!

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Homemade
Family Owned and Operated
Been in Business 30 Years

Our Services include:

Gift Cards Available
Dine-In
Takeout
Catering

Our Brands include:

PepsiCo Products

Our Products include:

Appetizers
Baked Potatoes
Battered Chicken
Battered Chicken Sandwiches
Battered Fish
Bone-In Chicken
Burgers
Catfish
Cheese Curds
Cheese Fries
Chicken
Chicken Strips
Chicken Wings
Chili
Cod
Coleslaw
Family Dinners
French Fries
Fried Mushrooms
Fried Pickles
Hot Dogs
Iced Tea
Jalapeño Poppers
Macaroni Salad
Milkshakes
Mozzarella Sticks
Onion Rings
Pasta Salad
Sandwiches
Sauces
Seafood
Shrimp
Tenderloins
Tater Tots
Lemonade

Testimonials

On 10/29/2025 Rox had this to say:
Wow!!! I ordered 14 piece family dinner today. My husband and I have been missing great fried chicken you know "the real deal" well they are we are til we thought we would bust. Amazing battered chicken, really great cole slaw and steak fries. We have another meal in our fridge for sure! Thanks for taking pride in what you do . Drom now on I get my fried chicken from one place "Don's"! Next time we will also try other things Testimonial written by Rox on this site.

On 10/23/2025 Kelly M. had this to say:
Food is great.... Chicken bone in is awesome... pasta salad great.... Service is very good :.. also love the prices

On 10/3/2025 Mark D. had this to say:
I just went there a few days ago the foods fabulous and very inexpensive but so so good you'll love it give it a try

On 9/30/2025 Neil Richmond had this to say:
Good food and nice service. Food was delicious

On 8/23/2025 Brynn O. had this to say:
I got takeout it was good. Chicken was delicious so were the fries. Service was quick love that. I reckon getting take out rather than eating inside very small inside.

Contact Us

Don's Seafood & Chicken
1501 W 4th St Sterling, IL 61081
Phone: (815) 622-0258
Email: kjrh94@hotmail.com

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing
Tuesday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing
Wednesday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing
Thursday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing
Friday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing
Saturday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing

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FAQ

What types of appetizers do you offer?

We have a variety of appetizers including cheese curds, mozzarella sticks, fried mushrooms, fried pickles, jalapeño poppers, and more.

What sides can I order with my meal?

Popular sides include French fries, tater tots, onion rings, cheese fries, baked potatoes, coleslaw, macaroni salad, and pasta salad.

What drinks and desserts are available?

We serve refreshing iced tea and lemonade, plus creamy milkshakes to complement your meal.

Do you offer dine-in, takeout, or catering?

Yes! We provide a comfortable dine-in experience, convenient takeout, and catering for events and special occasions. Please note: We do not offer delivery or use services like DoorDash—orders are pick-up only.