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Chicago Oyster House, Chicago, IL

Chicago Oyster House

4.5
4.5
720 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood
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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2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 225-8833
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian and Pacific Islander
  • Catering
    Please email info@chicagooysterhouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    For big parties or private events, please email events@chicagooysterhouse.com
  • Neighborhood
    South Loop
  • Cross street
    Indiana Avenue and Cullerton Street
  • Parking details
    Very limited street parking. We suggest ride sharing (Uber, Lyft, or Taxi) due to parking limitation. Garage Parking is available at The Lex Parking Garage or McCormick Place Parking Garage (Both garages are located near Cermak & Indiana and are 1 traffic light south of the restaurant.)
  • Public transit
    CTA Bus #1, #3 or #4 stop at Michigan Avenue and Cullerton Street. Walk 1 block east on Cullerton Street to Indiana Avenue.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 720 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Seafood

720 Reviews
  1. clintg

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The oysters tasted fresh and the chef made a custom dish that was excellent. Definitely recommend

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, service, and selection. Will return.

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  3. Phoenix

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The oysters taste so Fresh and clean! It was nice and quiet.

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  4. Chubbster

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    1.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    Dreadful!! Oysters were badly shucked and quite tasteless. VERY DISAPPOINTING. Service very slow

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  5. JCBMPTX

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was delightfully unobtrusive yet right on the mark anticipating our every dining desire. The seafood we selected was fresh and deliciously prepared, presented perfectly hot to the table. Our waiter was intelligent, experienced and cheery without being overbearing or heavy-handed in her expert management of our overall winning dining experience.

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  6. KaraE

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible! Went with a group of 6 and every single thing we had was delicious. Hidden gem!

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  7. BuddyM

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    This was my first time being disappointed here.usually I am very happy with their food. Everything else was awesome as always. Maybe the cook was new or just had a bad day.

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  8. PETERR

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Seafood menu featuring various oyster from the East and West Coast plus selection of wines, cocktails and other drinks

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an outstanding dinner with impeccable service, food quality and drinks. We will be going back soon!

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  10. singlepayer

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was great, the service was attentive, the prices were a bit high.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Everything about the Oyster House was top notch. I did note that it was my wife’s birthday on the reservation & it went unacknowledged. Not a major deal but it would’ve been a nice touch.

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  12. industryinsider

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic service and oh my goodness the food was incredible. Incredible fresh seafood. Oysters were phenomenal. Mussels were the perfect bit of spicy. Great cocktails as well.

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  13. Lvrebel21

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place in the SL. Seafood was so fresh. Will go back over and over

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  14. NatalieL

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time having oysters, and I am so glad I chose Chicago Oyster House! Sam was great, and the food was outstanding! I will definitely be back for more special occasions!

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  15. KenD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The wasabi, mashed potatoes barely had any wasabi in them, they were flavorless. The Chilean Seabass was flavorless, but it had a citrus sauce on the top, which was way too sweet and didn’t really complement the fish. The asparagus was bland, and appear to have been cooked hours before arrival.

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  16. JohnH

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience was wonderful! Our server, Riley was excellent and efficient and very pleasant! I would recommend this restaurant to all of my family and friends! Keep up the great work!!

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  17. MelissaM

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing waiter! Such a great experience! We arrived early for our reservation and they sat us without any issues. Food was amazing and timely. We were going to a Beyoncé concert after and they asked us what time we needed to be done. They also give you little warm towels after you complete your meal to clean your hands! Overall, loved this place! Def go back!

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  18. CLJGolfer

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time experience Natalie was great! Food was wonderful. However my sea bass entree was significantly smaller than the gentleman next to me. For the price I thought I would receive a decent size portion. Delicious though. Also wine should be at least a 6oz pour not 5 for the price. Don’t mind spending the price if the value is there.

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  19. twothumbsup

    Key West

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menu offers so many delicious options, it was hard to choose. Everything we ordered did not disappoint. Plus it's very affordable for a seafood restaurant. Will absolutely make a return visit. One thing to note, I recommend reservations, especially for a group. It's a small place and was full on a Sat. Especially if there's something going on at solider field.

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  20. Shae

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very wonderful restaurant! The waitress and the waiter were very knowledgeable. It was my husband’s birthday. I put it in the reservation it was his birthday and they didn’t acknowledge it. That was the only bad thing. Food was outstanding.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything: drinks, oysters, calamari, sushi! Highly recommend!

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  22. EricW

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Outstanding Oysters raw and grilled. 1lb King Crab was not as fresh or flavorful as expected for $155. The 12oz NY Strip 15 day aged steak was tasty. Overall great place for quality Oysters

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another excellent meal and service experience at Oyster House! Becky, our fave server, is wonderful. So friendly and efficient. The food is always excellent: tuna poke appetizer is delicious. Sushi always fresh and beautifully prepared. We’ve never had a bad meal here. Love this place’

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  24. Shanord

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner tonight and wonderful service from Becky!

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  25. WoffordQB

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Food wasn’t that great to me…gumbo wasn’t good…everything was just avg

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  26. demonbrew

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were outstanding. Will return next time we're in town.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Another wonderful dinner at Oyster House! Becky is an excellent server who always takes great care of us. We’ve never had a bad meal here. Oysters are fresh and so good! Sushi is excellent and my husband loved their Chilean Sea Bass. Perfectly prepared and just so good! This is why we keep coming back.

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  28. entropyGain

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Tried to sit us right next to the front door at a table where people would be bumping into you, but found us something nicer when we declined. Fresh and roasted oysters were excellent. Seabass was uninspiring at best (and not cheap) Sushi was terrible with pasty flavorless rice. Service spotty Clearly a convention spot that can get by without repeat business because of location.

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  29. TJ82

    Indiana

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    A good option for dining if stuck at a McCormick Place hotel. Great selection and good service as offer everything from suchi to steaks. The oysters were well done and loved all the menu options. Pretty expensive and closes at 9:00 pm during the week so that is crazy early for business meals. It is waht it is and I would go again if I need a walk to place from the the local hotels.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    During my recent visit to the Chicago Oyster House, I was accompanied by a friend who was visiting for the first time. The entire waitstaff was incredibly friendly and attentive, which added to our wonderful experience. Our meals were absolutely delicious – every single bite was finished! Although I felt that my dish needed a little more seasoning and butter, I would still highly recommend it to anyone and would definitely revisit. I had the firecracker and Rockefeller oysters, along with scallops, wasabi potatoes, and broccoli. My friend ordered the perfectly cooked surf and turf, as well as a Caesar salad which was thoroughly enjoyed.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The restaurant should be called Trap because they make the food look good online. It was awful. The prices are outrageous for the quality. I am not sure where the chef went to school, but they need to be retrained of what quality food tastes like for those prices. Be careful ordering the New England Chowder they put whole clams with shells in the soup. I will never go back.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been to the Oyster House a couple times, and the food is always amazing. I have a baby, so they always make sure to find a place to accommodate my baby stroller close to us. The service is excellent. I totally recommend for date nights, very cozy and not too loud, so we are able to have a conversation with our partners with no issues.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great

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  34. Tasha

    Chicago

    33 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    This place is grossly overpriced. My boyfriend and I had drinks (old fashioned and espresso martini) and they were decent. We had oysters, 2 of each of the raw ones, and they were excellent. If in the neighborhood I would stop in and get just these. I wouldn’t make a trip to this restaurant though. My bf got the calamari and it was NOT good. The truffle fries are good and the service is excellent. One drink each, shared fries, shared calamari, and one shared sushi role was $200

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  35. RobertC

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    Not what I expected. With all of the threats of charging $50/ person for the reservation and a 10 minute grace period for the reservation… I had hoped to have found a gem in the busy McCormick Place area for a business meal. Ambience wise it seemed like a pop up restaurant sharing space with a closed down sushi bar. Food was good, clam chowder was very good. Menu was limited though

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  36. EstebanM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food exquisite, just in ambience a little music would be great in order to hear less of the other tables conversations

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  37. Schoutedeni

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Place was empty (never a good sign). $ 40 Hawaiian Tuna in sesame seeds was meh. Sushi was not terrific either for the price. The best part of the meal was the Oysters (can't mess those up). 2nd time I've been there and the meal could have been so much better than it was. Certainly not worth the $ 150/pp in the bill. I wanted to like it more, but can't recommend.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quality ingredients made exceptionally well. We had baked oysters, wonderful clam chowder soup and calamari. So many great healthier options that we are returning next night for the salmon and sushi

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  39. JamesV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great meal that we thoroughly enjoyed. The sea bass and scallops were wonderful

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  40. anthony

    Philadelphia

    284 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome business dinner. Menu was very eclectic. Everything we ordered was awesome. Service was great.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Chicago Oyster House using the Order Online button. Chicago Oyster House also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chicago Oyster House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 225-8833.

Chicago Oyster House is rated 4.5 stars by 720 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chicago Oyster House

1933 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Indiana Avenue and Cullerton Street
  • Neighborhood
    South Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Very limited street parking. We suggest ride sharing (Uber, Lyft, or Taxi) due to parking limitation. Garage Parking is available at The Lex Parking Garage or McCormick Place Parking Garage (Both garages are located near Cermak & Indiana and are 1 traffic light south of the restaurant.)
  • Public transit
    CTA Bus #1, #3 or #4 stop at Michigan Avenue and Cullerton Street. Walk 1 block east on Cullerton Street to Indiana Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian and Pacific Islander
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 225-8833
  • Catering
    Please email info@chicagooysterhouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    For big parties or private events, please email events@chicagooysterhouse.com
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