Diners' Choice: Seafood restaurants in Chicago

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

4.9

4.9 (18015)

$50 and over

Seafood

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is the culmination of a partnership between Lettuce Entertain You and Joe's Stone Crab, the legendary seafood restaurant of Miami Beach. Joe's features an extensive selection of seafood, flown in fresh daily, to complement the world's finest Florida Stone Crab claws. Joe's also features signature prime steaks, hand-carved by master butchers such as our 24 oz. Bone-In Rib Eye. Matched with Joe's famous side dishes, dinner only gets better when capped with a slice of key lime pie.

Top review

Glo

Dined 1 day ago

Great service, Collen our server was the best, very personable

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Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago

4.8

4.8 (14601)

$50 and over

Seafood

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Since 1984, Shaw’s Crab House has earned its status as a Chicago icon with its unwavering commitment to quality and warm, dedicated staff. This generational restaurant embodies timeless seafood traditions inspired by America's coastal crab houses, creating a classic dining experience that stands the test of time. Signature dishes include King Crab Legs, oysters from both coasts, hand-rolled sushi, fresh fish, and more. After 40 years of excellence, Shaw's was ranked #8 in Chicago Magazine's Best Chicago Restaurants of 2024.

The restaurant's 1940s-style design features two distinct dining rooms: the lively, casual Oyster Bar and the elegant, white-tablecloth Main Dining Room. Guests who reserve "Hightop" seating will dine in the Oyster Bar, while "Standard" seating is for the Main Dining Room.

Located in the heart of River North, Shaw’s is just a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a memorable seafood experience.

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IzieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent as usual and wil keep returning for more great meals and experiences!

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Ocean Prime - Chicago

4.8

4.8 (3828)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown / Loop

About the restaurant

Located on the second level of the LondonHouse building on the corner of Michigan & Wacker, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional
ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.

Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.
THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING:
Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor
Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments
Clothing with offensive language or graphics
Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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AmandaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The service was incredible, the food was amazing, and Christopher was a great waiter and really set the tone. Impeccable free desserts for two birthdays at the table. It was a wonderful place to have a special occasion!

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4.8

4.8 (874)

$50 and over

Seafood

South Loop

About the restaurant

When it comes to finding the best oyster restaurant in the country, look no further than Chicago Oyster House. Chicago Oyster House has been ranked among the top 21 oyster houses for the entire United States by The Daily Meal, and it continues to serve excellent food. The casual atmosphere and friendly staff make it a perfect spot to dine or catch up with friends, and the varied menu has plenty to offer.Diners at Chicago Oyster House can order entrees such as fresh oysters, sushi, sashimi, lobster tails, spring rolls and chicken fingers. There are also a number of different daily specials throughout the week, and guests are encouraged to check out the website to see what is coming up. Chicago Oyster House is also happy to host private meetings or parties, and those looking for such services are encouraged to call to discuss details.

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Shannon

Dined on Jul 3, 2025

Always on our ‘must’ list when we go to Chicago. Not on a tourist avenue and well worth the out of the way uber, or red line to China town and a short walk. As always, we’ll see you next time.

Lure Fishbar - Chicago

4.7

4.7 (254)

$50 and over

Seafood

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Lure Fishbar is a seafood restaurant offering not only the freshest fish selections from around the world but also a complete raw bar with rotating oyster selection, and a world class sushi program.

Join us for the Happy Hour in our Bar & Lounge. No Reseravtions.

We look forward to hosting you!

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ChynnaVIP

Dined on Jun 29, 2025

Great for dinner or even a quick lunch. I highly recommend the Power Lunch and the lychee martinis.

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4.6

4.6 (2047)

$50 and over

Seafood

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multi-level restaurant overlooking the iconic Chicago River featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood.
The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Italian, it marks the third collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

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Branka

Dined 4 days ago

Our overall experience was excellent and our server, Michael, was extremely attentive and knowledgeable.

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Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

4.7

4.7 (5548)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over Enjoy the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. An extensive wine list, classic cocktail list and selection of impressive signature desserts accompany the menu of fresh seafood, steaks and chops. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available. Gluten-free and vegan options available. Happy Hour Sun-Thurs, 3-6pm.

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JARVISVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We came to celebrate my wife’s birthday and we had a great time. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and went the extra steps to make sure that everyone in our party had a great dinner experience.

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4.6

4.6 (863)

$30 and under

Seafood

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

WE ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR INDOOR DINE-IN, PATIO, ALSO CARRY OUT AND DELIVERY ARE AVAILABLE. Please make your reservation on Open Table or call us directly . We are featuring a wide variety of seafood specials for all occasions with the most reasonable price. The specials are available for dine-in, carry out and delivery. For website at: www.kingcrabchicago.com for more details.

Settled back into its original Lincoln Park location, King Crab Chicago is a seafood staple in the city that is known for offering some of the most delicious seafood around. The restaurant also offers a handful of steaks and pastas in a lively, casual setting with a full service-bar, and high definition TV's for watching local sports games. Chicago's OLDEST Crab House! Serving Chicago More than 45 Years. Please note that we are not wheelchair accessible.

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Michelle

Dined 7 days ago

Good food! Good service. I expected it to be bigger from pictures online.

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McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago (Wacker Dr.)

4.5

4.5 (4458)

$30 and under

Seafood

Downtown / Loop

About the restaurant

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks on Chicago's Wacker Drive is conveniently located in the Loop, just minutes away from Chicago Theater, Oriental Theater, Millennium Park, various shopping areas and some of Chicago's best hotels.
From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations.
As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

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Daniel

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful seafood. Great and friendly service. Will return

Azul

4.0

4 (1023)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Goose Island

About the restaurant

Located along the Chicago river in the burgeoning Goose Island neighborhood, Azul is an upscale mariscos (seafood) restaurant serving an expansive menu of Latin-inspired fare. The concept aims to combine the ethos of an authentic mariscos restaurant with modern hospitality practices and all the touches of a sophisticated, lively spot.

Celebrating the rich flavors and fresh ingredients of Latin culinary culture, Azul’s chef-driven menu is brimming with refined representations of classic mariscos cuisine. Created by Executive Chef Michael Hernandez, Azul offers a variety of grilled, baked, fried and raw proteins as well as ceviches, seafood, cocktails and artfully arranged family-style platters.

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William

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

It was very nice to be seated on the roof top. The view of the city was amazing. The service was great. The food was unforgettable. And the margarita tree made the evening fun. Although pricy for the drinks. The ambiance is what you are really paying for. 4 out of 5

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