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L2O
2300 N Lincoln Park West Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 868-0002
Entrepreneur Rich Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises lured famed French Chef Laurent Gras to the Windy City with one goal in mind - to open his interpretation of a modern seafood restaurant, bringing originality, from the cuisine to the presentation. Hours: Mon, Wed-Thu 6pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 5pm-9pm can count on, purity and imagination!
Sushi X
543 W Diversey Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 248 1808
Located in the heart of Lincoln Park/Lakeview neighborhood, the X factor is best known for its sushi smothered with unusual toppings and “out of this world” sauces. The White Tiger Roll stuffed with an array of ingredients including wasabi mayo to lime juice and spicy tuna OR the Pollo Loco, a panko-crusted chicken rolled up with lettuce, avocado and topped with what the chef calls “a special red sauce.” The sleek décor of beaded curtains and the blue-and-silver color scheme is a sushi paradise. This new location is twice the original size providing plenty of lounging space. Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm,5pm-12am; Sat 5pm-12am; Sun 5pm-11pm
Shaw’s Crab House & Oyster Bar
21 E Hubbard Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 527 2722
You can’t call yourself a Chicagoan unless you’ve heard of the infamous Shaw Oyster Bar, especially if you are obsessed with fresh seafood, from sushi to oysters on the half shell. They offer over 40 entrees (if you’re not big on the bottom dwellers) and love them some crab, which they offer in every variety – Alaskan, Maryland and Dungeness. The environment is casual yet hip and features an upscale dining area with polished wood paneling and globe lighting to set the scene. If that’s not enough to tempt you, live music plays on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-2pm; 5pm-10pm; Fri 11:30am-2pm; 5pm-11pm; Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 5pm-10pm
Riva
700 E Grand AveNavy Pier Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 644 7482
Amazing seafood and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline is Riva’s signature. If the weather permits, have a seat outside on the pier, or for those that want a more intimate setting, enjoy an elegant dining room with the smell of fried calamari or bacon-wrapped diver scallops, tuna, salmon, sole, crab, and lobster. Sample some goodies from the raw bar while you watch your meal being prepared at the 40-foot long exhibition kitchen. Sneaky says: head there before the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre for a special Prix Fix menu or 20% the regular menu. Sun-Thu 11:30am-3pm; 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-3pm; 5pm-11pm
Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House
1024 N Rush St Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 640-0999
Owned by the same folks as Gibson’s Steak House, Hugo’s is known for one thing; frog legs – frog legs –frog legs - the really tasty ones. Fresh deliveries are made daily providing your taste buds with an everlasting imprint. If you're having difficulty selecting, know that Mesquite-grilled Mahi Mahi, Pan-fried Walleye Pike, and whitefish all make excellent alternate choices. Three separate dining areas, a nightly piano player and a nautical theme make Hugo’s one of the most distinguished in its class. Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-2am; Fri-Sat 11am-3am
Catch 35
35 W Wacker Dr Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 346-3500
If you’re a true seafood lover, we’ve saved the best for last. The average waiting time for this place is at least two hours and for good reason. This vast menu features lots of seafood favorites prepared in an assortment of culinary styles one could only imagine. Chilean sea bass, stir-fried shrimp and scallops, seared Creole seasoned salmon, Bahamian fish chowder, grilled Atlantic salmon, and Grilled Yellowfin Tuna and on and on. Once you’ve indulged, the live jazz becomes the juicy middle. Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-2pm; 5pm-9:30pm; Fri 11:30am-2pm; 5pm-10pm; Sat 5pm-10pm; Sun 5pm-9pm
Half Shell
676 W Diversey Pkwy Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 549-1773
Sometimes you are looking for a more laid back restaurant that is not going to break the bank. If that's the case you will thank us for this choice. The crab legs are fantastic and so are the fried shrimp. This place only accepts cash so hit up the ATM before heading in. Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat 11:30am-10:30pm Sun 12pm-10:30pm
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