Now Open in Downtown Ottawa

Real food
without the
fuss.

Come as you are. Great burgers, cold drinks, and a crowd that feels like neighbors — all under one roof on East Main Street.

Full Bar & Kitchen
Walk-ins Welcome
1001 E Main St, Ottawa
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Hearty Burgers

Handcrafted patties, fresh buns, and toppings that actually taste like something.

Full Bar

Craft cocktails, local brews on tap, and a wine list that doesn't break the bank.

Family Friendly

Kids menu, high chairs ready, and a vibe that lets everyone relax.

Casual & Warm

No dress code, no pretense. Just good food and a good time.

 delicious food at Dockside Bar and Grill
bar area at Dockside Bar and Grill
interior dining area at Dockside Bar and Grill
grill cooking at Dockside Bar and Grill

Your spot

on East Main Street

About Us

The kind of place
you want to come
home to.

Dockside Bar and Grill isn't trying to be anything it's not. We're your neighborhood restaurant on East Main Street — the kind of place where the regulars know your name and the food shows up hot and honest.

Whether you're grabbing a quick bite after work, settling in for a long dinner with friends, or bringing the kids for a relaxed weekend meal, we've got a seat waiting for you. Great food doesn't need a fancy setting. It just needs to be good.

100%

Locally owned and operated

7

Days a week, open late

Visit Us

Find your way

We're right on East Main Street — easy to find, easy to park, impossible to forget.

Address

1001 E Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350

Phone

(815) 324-5191

Call for reservations or takeout

Hours

Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Ready to eat like
a local?

Walk in, call ahead, or just show up — we'll have a seat for you. Real food, real drinks, real good time.

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