2025 Best Seafood Restaurants in Chicago Area

The Best Seafood & Shellfish in Chicago

The best seafood is fresh, and prepared in such a way as to accent the natural flavors of the sea without overwhelming them. Some, like raw bar oysters and clams, need nothing more than a sharp knife and skilled hand to unleash the briny seasonings of the sea.

Presented in alphabetical order, here are the Best Seafood Restaurants in Chicago.

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Shaw's Crab House
13/20
Uptown meets downtown at this pristine River North seafood hub. See More

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