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Don's Seafood & Chicken

"Sterling's Best Kept Secret"

About Us

Welcome to Don’s Seafood & Chicken, a Sterling staple proudly serving homestyle favorites since 1992. What began as a family dream has grown into a local gathering place where homemade cooking and friendly service come together. For over 30 years, we’ve been committed to preparing every meal with care—from freshly battered chicken sandwiches and juicy burgers to flavorful seafood and classic sides like creamy coleslaw. Our recipes are made the same way they’ve always been: honest, hearty, and full of flavor. As a family-owned and operated restaurant, we believe great food should feel like home, and every guest should feel like family. Stop in, take a seat, and taste why Don’s has remained a community favorite for generations.

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

At Don’s Seafood & Chicken, everything we serve is rooted in tradition, family, and time-tested recipes. As a family-owned and operated business, we’ve spent the past 30 years doing things the right way—preparing homemade food with care, consistency, and pride. Our recipes have been passed down and perfected over decades, creating the comforting flavors our customers know and love. For three generations of diners, Don’s has been more than a place to eat—it’s a place where quality, hard work, and a love for great food come together, just like family.

Our Services include:

Dine-In & Takeout: Enjoy Don’s Seafood & Chicken just the way you like it—whether you’re sitting down for a hot, freshly prepared meal or picking up your favorites to go. Our menu is made to travel well and taste just as satisfying at home as it does in our dining room, with the same care and quality in every order.
Homemade Catering: Let Don’s handle the cooking for your next gathering. Our homemade catering is perfect for family events, parties, meetings, and celebrations of all sizes. Featuring the same trusted recipes our customers love, our catering brings hearty portions, bold flavors, and stress-free planning to your table.

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 5/23/2026 Neil Richmond had this to say:
Good food and nice service. Food was delicious

On 5/18/2026 Jeannie Fisher had this to say:
Excellent food! Great prices and the service is good!!

On 3/11/2026 Barbara had this to say:
The best onion rings I've ever had in my life crispy yummy the best chicken tenders. Going tonight to try their burgers can't wait Testimonial written by Barbara on this site.

On 3/8/2026 Neil Richmond had this to say:
Good food and nice service. Food was delicious

On 2/28/2026 Megan Wiedenfeld had this to say:
My family’s fish and fries were fresh and delicious! We also enjoyed the jalapeño poppers and cheese curds. Delicious coleslaw and macaroni salad too. See ya next Friday!

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

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.