| Nothing is more disappointing than going to an oceanfront restaurant, only to discover that the bland fish you're eating was frozen between being caught and being served to you. The best seafood is fresh, and prepared in such a way as to accent the natural flavors of the sea without overwhelming them. Presented in alphabetical order, here are the top seafood restaurants in Chicago.
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520 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago,
IL 60610
312-777-1400
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Seafood and more seafood, but sushi lovers in Chicago will have their fill too. More... |
393 S. Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling,
IL 60090
847-520-3633
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Seafood favorite that packs the house for its namesake preparations. More... |
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Affinia Chicago Hotel 166 E. Superior St.
Chicago,
IL 60611
312-523-0923
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Chef Marcus Samuelsson departs from his Scandinavian ways at this modern, sea-centric spot. More... |
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The Drake Hotel 140 E. Walton St.
Chicago,
IL 60611
312-440-8414
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Longtime seafood joint in The Drake Hotel attracts well-heeled tourists in search of fresh catches and star sightings. More... |
Leo Burnett Building 35 W. Wacker Dr.
Chicago,
IL 60601
312-346-3500
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A haunt for pre-theater fare, this seafooder occasionally breaks the mold. More... |
501 Davis St.
Evanston,
IL 60201
847-869-3474
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Top-notch seafooder known for its super-fresh catches. More... |
Northbrook Court 2124 Northbrook Ct.
Northbrook,
IL 60062
847-498-4321
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Mall-centered seafood restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You will leave you hooked. More... |
1024 N. Rush St.
Chicago,
IL 60611
312-640-0999
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Bustling seafood spot known for its namesake dish, plus fine steaks and fresh seafood. More... |
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60 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago,
IL 60611
312-379-5637
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This Miami seafood transplant has it all down to a science. More... |
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The Belden-Stratford Hotel 2300 N. Lincoln Park W.
Chicago,
IL 60614
773-868-0002
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A blend of Japanese, French and contemporary cuisines with impeccable service (and décor) to match. More... |
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440 W. Randolph St.
Chicago,
IL 60606
312-575-9900
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Hip steak and seafooder with dynamite décor and an attractive crowd. More... |
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Chase Tower 51 S. Clark St.
Chicago,
IL 60603
312-621-0200
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Top-tier seafood place that draws a business crowd. More... |
505 Main St.
Evanston,
IL 60202
847-864-3435
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A weeknight three-course menu at this seafood restaurant is quite the deal. More... |
1000 31st St.
Downers Grove,
IL 60515
630-960-5701
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Spacious west suburban seafood restaurant with a fine selection of fresh fish. More... |
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Roy's |
Hawaii Regional |
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One Superior Place 720 N. State St.
Chicago,
IL 60610
312-787-7599
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Theatrically upscale, aloha-influenced seafood chain from Roy Yamaguchi. More... |
21 E. Hubbard St.
Chicago,
IL 60611
312-527-2722
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High-end seafood restaurant with great crab cakes and fine fish dishes. More... |
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2039 W. North Ave.
Chicago,
IL 60647
773-395-7100
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Located in a former Turkish bathhouse, this seafood restaurant continues to draw crowds. More... |
18201 Harlem Ave.
Tinley Park,
IL 60477
708-532-0200
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A fine fish house that rarely misses the mark. More... |
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