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Driftwood Grill Review

Driftwood Grill is a traditional American-style restaurant that features aesthetics from Northwoods. Loaded with TVs, you can watch the game while enjoying delicious food with the family. Driftwood designed its interior to look warm and inviting for diners, and it sure feels that way. 

Enjoy 32 local craft drafts while relaxing at the sleek bar. In reviews, many have commented on visiting the restaurant on Fridays for All-You-Can-Eat fish fry. Driftwood Grill also hosts slow-roasted prime rib Saturdays. I personally love their 24-day-aged Tomahawk ribeye among their other cuts. 

Driftwood Grille is located at 17W648 22nd St, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. For reservations, call the restaurant's host at 815-374-3893

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Driftwood Restaurant

Driftwood Grill started with a Chicago family of five and annual fishing trips. The family would pack up a station wagon and drive to Northern Minnesota for a time spent inside a forest. Being in the middle of nowhere is what inspired Driftwood Grille. The restaurant in Oak Brook, IL, embodies what it's like to be in the middle of nowhere, where you can have intimate conversations. 

Share Tot Poutine with your guests or taste Driftwood's Calamari Timbers. When I visited the restaurant, I had their Lake Perch dish coated in flour and pan-fried. My wife ordered the classic Filet Mignon, and it came with Cabernet Goat Cheese Butter. Many customers in reviews also love Driftwood's Cajun Shrimp Pasta. 

Driftwood Grille burgers with French fries

Driftwood Bar

Driftwood Grill's Bar features a long list of drinks, including over 30 craft beers. We recommend trying their Crackle And Pop by Winter Warmer if you're into Ales. You can try Driftwood's Zombie Dust by 3 Floyds Brewing for Pale Ale lovers. I enjoy the restaurant's IPA selection as it has my favorite, Ninja vs. Unicorn by Pipeworks in Chicago. 

Driftwood Grill's Bar is sleek and comfortable, perfect for large groups. The American restaurant also features over 30 different glasses if you're into wine. There's Santa Christina Pinot Grigio for white wine from Veneto, Italy. Driftwood Grill's red wine includes Spellbound Cabernet Sauvignon, BenMarco Malbec, etc. Usually, there's space on the bar, but it doesn't hurt to call beforehand to confirm.

Driftwood Menu

Driftwood Grille's food menu consists of many tasty appetizers, burgers, etc. Many customers enjoy their pickle chips and walleye fingers. One thing unique about Driftwood is their Paul Bunyan burger. If you're into chicken burgers, try their Yardbird sandwich. Please take a look at more of their menu below. 

Shareables

  • Stuffed Pretzel
  • Roasted Brussel Sprouts
  • Wisconsin Curds
  • Pickle Chips
  • Walleye Fingers
  • Calamari Timbers
  • Bacon Slab

Burgers & Handhelds

  • The Driftwood
  • The Sunrise
  • The Wisco
  • Prime Time
  • Garden Club
  • Kickin' Shrimp Wrap
  • Blat
  • Yard Bird

Entrees

  • The Mac
  • The Drunken Bird
  • The Chop
  • Shore Lunch
  • Filet Mignon
  • Cajun Shrimp Pasta
  • Lake Perch
  • Tomahawk Rib Eye MKT

Sides

  • House Slaw
  • Sweet Potato Fries
  • Truffle Fries
  • Grilled Asparagus
  • Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Oven Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

Desserts

  • Beaver Tails
  • Melting Bobbler
  • Seasonal Cobbler
  • Bananas Foster Bread Pudding
  • Root Bear Flow
  • S'Mores Skillet
Driftwood Grille thick bacon slice

Restaurant in Oakbrook Terrace

Oakbrook Terrace is home to many top restaurants, including Driftwood Grille. Many customers have reviewed the eatery to have the best burger in town. Their Paul Bunyan burger consists of 6 different types of meat, including Wagyu. Visit Driftwood Grille for a great meal with the family. 

Happy Hour in Oakbrook, IL

Take your co-workers to Driftwood Grille next time for happy hour. Enjoy discounted appetizers and delicious drinks from the bar. Driftwood is a great spot to dine for happy hour in Oak Brook, IL. The address for the restaurant is 17W648 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. 

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