Good Fish, Chips, and Conversation
On a slow monday evening in Leavenworth I wandered the streets looking for something to wet my appetite. German? Not tonight. Italian or Mexican? Nada. A freshly grilled mushroom burger? No... So I stopped into Ducks and Drakes.
Ducks and Drakes is a casual restaurant / bar with sports on a couple of screens, and other programing on another. A causual atmosphere with pool tables interspersed with dining patrons.
"What should I have tonight for dinner?" I asked. "The Fish and Chips are great!" said Teresa, who was tending the bar. "OK, lets try that, with a Leavenworth Oktoberfest Beer"
While waiting for dinner I read the menu. Did you know that "Ducks and Drakes" is a game of skipping stones across the surface of the water?" Neither did I but hey, not a bad name...
Teresa brings out my basket of fish and chips. (I've still managed to keep half my beer.)
Now, I have to admit that the most unusual and enticing taste was the Tarter Sauce... (a hint of dill, some pickle, what else? I'm not sure but I'll go back to try more)and the whole basket was great. Fries, battered fish, and smooth beer were all fresh and tasty, and perhaps the best fish and chips I've had in Leavenworth.
If you decide to visit Leavenworth on a slow monday night or durring the day durring the fall, stop by for a drink and say "hi" to Teresa at Ducks and Drakes.    [05 Oct 2004 02:32:14]

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Recommended Dishes: Fish and Chips

     ­kdunruh   

Yummy in my tummy
I love this restaurant! Whether you are local or from out of town I've noticed the staff always greets you with a smile...and best of all a nice cold beer!

If you are looking for a spot to mingle with the townfolk paired with your choice of cocktail or "good" beer this is where it's at! The night-time bartender Jesus is a riot! This guy is ALWAYS happy!

I am I huge fan of consistency as far as helpful people and food go and I have never, never, never had bad food and the staff is a fun loving group.

The last time I was there one of the staff offered me some of their new chili. It was GREAT! He said it will soon be on the menu all the time in addition to their other homemade soup of the day. Speaking of; the cooks in that kitchen really make up a great clam chowder.

As far as entertainment goes, you can choose from playing a game of pool, air hockey, a Simpsons video game, foose ball or ask Seth about his vast knowledge of trivia from the trivial pursuit cards that sit on the bar ... all for FREE might I add!

One of the really neat things I like that never gets old is the chalkboard that runs the entire length of the bar. Whoever does the artwork does a great job. You can sit and have a bite to eat as well as find out what happened in "Today's History" and read famous birthdays. It's updated each day so you'll always see something new.

Overall...a great and fun restaurant time and time again.    [04 Feb 2007 14:54:35]

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Recommended Dishes: BLOODY MARY SUNDAYS, Halibut and Chips, Kitchen Sink Burger with Pepperjack cheese, Chili, Rueben with horseradish, and the NACHOS!!! Actually...everything is good!

     ­Anonymous   

Whatever!
Food and drinks were fine. Atmosphere was kind of foppish and service was slow. I think we may have warped into a 1980's Seattle may be gay bar.    [13 Jul 2007 16:32:59]

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Recommended Dishes: Fish and Chips were fine

     ­Jack & Andie, Victoria, BC   isntlifeabeach at hotmail dot com