Top Chicago, IL Seafood Restaurants

What type of diet works for you? If you ask me, I follow the “Seefood” diet. I see food and I eat it. And that may exactly be the case when you go to these seafood restaurants. We’ve already featured steak houses, pizza places, and burger joints before. Now we will expand your dining world and go beyond seas and oceans, or even under them if you wish.

Before you hesitate and question the the idea of eating in these restaurants or the freshness of seafood in general, remember that we handpicked these listings based on already existing reviews and recommendations. So, these listings are the best of the best, in terms of taste, service, and of course, freshness.

Here we now feature the Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in Chicago, IL. Wherever you are in the country, there are number of them near you, for sure. We’ve done the hard part by searching, now is your turn to try them out yourself!

Fish Bar

Chicago, IL

Fish Bar, serves sustainable seafood fare such as Po’Boys, Maine lobster rolls, oysters, shrimp, chowder and fresh fish a la plancha. Tater tots, pies, craft beers and crafty cocktails also be served, along with rockin’ tunes and friendly service.

Brown Bag Seafood Co.

Chicago, IL

Brown Bag Seafood Co. was developed to bring you responsibly sourced food, cooked on site, that is tasty and healthful. They sling everything from crispy shrimp tacos and grilled salmon salads, to fresh slaws and inspired sides, enjoy on their sunny patio with a cold drink.

New England Seafood Company Restaurant & Fish Market

Chicago, IL

New England Seafood Company Restaurant & Fish Market, offers daily specials depending on what is currently in season. They pride themselves on serving the freshest seafood possible. From the ocean to their restaurant, they push their suppliers to deliver as soon as possible so they can offer the highest quality, tastiest dishes around.

Glenn’s Diner

Chicago, IL

Glenn’s Diner, combine fresh seafood and typical diner entrees, casual, everyday-style that is full of flavor. Their love is on seafood, that is why they put emphasis on fresh fish and seafood every night and every day.

Devon Seafood Grill

Chicago, IL

Devon Seafood Grill is an upscale seafood restaurant offering simply-prepared fresh fish, premium steaks, an impressive wine cellar and handcrafted cocktails. Their chic-casual atmosphere suits any occasion, with seamless service and imaginative seafood dishes that truly set them apart from other seafood restaurants.

Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House

Chicago, IL

Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors, in February of 1997. It is Chicago’s foremost spot for fresh oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and fish, plus USDA Gibsons Prime Angus steaks and chops. Hugo’s boasts extensive wine and cocktail lists, and impressive signature desserts.

GT Fish & Oyster

Chicago, IL

GT Fish & Oyster opened in March of 2011, and has helped redefine the American seafood restaurant. The 115-seat modern seafood eatery presents a seasonal menu comprised of both traditional and non-traditional fish-centric dishes.

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

Chicago, IL

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is famous for Florida stone crab claws. They are best enjoyed with Joe’s signature sides, like Cole Slaw, Grilled Tomatoes, Hashed Brown Potatoes and Creamed Spinach.

Shaw’s Crab House

Chicago, IL

Shaw’s is two restaurants in one, a jazzy, sophisticated, seafood restaurant and a carefree, lively oyster bar. With a fantastic selection of seasonal crab, both serve top-grade fish and shellfish, several varieties of just-shucked oysters, and inventive sushi and sashimi combinations, made with the freshest fish in town.