Dunav Restaurant
A no-frills gem serving hearty, authentic Serbian cuisine with exceptionally generous portions and a unique, welcoming ambiance.
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Dunav Restaurant
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A no-frills gem serving hearty, authentic Serbian cuisine with exceptionally generous portions and a unique, welcoming ambiance.
Ask for Recommendations
When in doubt, ask the waitress for recommendations; they are eager to help you choose the best dishes.
Share Dishes
Portions are very generous, so consider sharing dishes with your dining companions.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Modern European, Serbian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(708) 255-5218
Address
8801 Ogden Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513, USA
Highlights
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Authentic Serbian Cuisine
Experience generous portions of traditional Serbian dishes, praised for their quality and generous servings.
Unique Atmosphere & Hospitality
Enjoy a memorable dining experience with a unique atmosphere and friendly service, even with language barriers.
Generous Portions
Be prepared for remarkably large portion sizes, ensuring you'll have plenty of delicious leftovers.
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Ask for Recommendations
When in doubt, ask the waitress for recommendations; they are eager to help you choose the best dishes.
Share Dishes
Portions are very generous, so consider sharing dishes with your dining companions.
Don't Miss Sides
Try specialty sides like lepinja bread with cream cheese or grilled mushrooms.
Off-Peak Dining
Visit during off-peak hours for a potentially quieter and more relaxed dining experience.
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Ask for Recommendations
When in doubt, ask the waitress for recommendations; they are eager to help you choose the best dishes.
Share Dishes
Portions are very generous, so consider sharing dishes with your dining companions.
Don't Miss Sides
Try specialty sides like lepinja bread with cream cheese or grilled mushrooms.
Off-Peak Dining
Visit during off-peak hours for a potentially quieter and more relaxed dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Dunav Restaurant is celebrated for its authentic Serbian cuisine, featuring incredibly generous portions and a unique, welcoming atmosphere. While many praise the flavorful food and hospitable service, a few diners have experienced slow service and found some dishes to be disappointing or overpriced. Overall, it's a highly recommended spot for a hearty and traditional meal.
"Do not miss out on this little gem of a restaurant! Our server, whom I strongly suspect is the owner or general manager, gave us great service while only speaking in Serbian. The atmosphere of this small business is unique and memorable, and the service was top notch! The cheese spread trio is served with the best fresh pita I have ever tried, and the mushroom dish should not be missed as well. The Serbian salad goes well with the two aforementioned dishes, do remember to dress it yourself with the provided oil, vinegar, and salt at the table. We ordered the grilled meat platter for one, which comes with french fries and a small cabbage relish. This platter is a variety of sausages, chops, and cutlets that are MASTERFULLY broiled to perfection. All of the food we tried at Dunav was prepared excellently and presented well. Restaurants like this really make a neighborhood a unique place to visit and I am really happy to have had the chance to enjoy Serbian hospitality from some truly great restaurantuers. I look forward to returning again soon!"
Jesse
"Very very tasty food. Very generous portions Serbian style dishes. Well priced. Delicious pita bread...don't pass on that. I totally loved that food. First time eating there. Will be back for sure
Thank you"
Grzegorz Szura
"We had a fantastic time at Dunav! Our server Dragana was so kind and energetic and the language barrier felt like it didn’t even exist! The food was really great, not expensive, and VERY plentiful. The atmosphere was inviting, and we felt like we belonged as soon as we walked in. Five stars all around!"
Brian McQueen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Diners highly recommend the cheese spread trio, grilled meat platter, mixed grill, and muckalica. Don't miss the lepinja bread with cream cheese and grilled mushrooms.
While English may not be widely spoken, staff are very welcoming and eager to assist with ordering, making the language barrier minimal.
Yes, the portion sizes are remarkably generous. It's often recommended to share dishes or be prepared for leftovers.
Information about parking is not explicitly provided, but it's advisable to check local options or consider public transport.
While not always mandatory, reservations are recommended, especially during peak times, to avoid long waits.
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