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Glenn's Diner & Seafood House
(Now Closed)Seafood Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, and Diner$$$$
Ravenswood, Chicago
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Eater recommend this place
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Diran HafizOctober 13, 2014Arctic Char that's on the Seafood menu. Spicy shrimp sauce, with side of roasted potatoes and asparagus. Very good, totally recommended. Also a large portion so great value for $.
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014Guy was surprised to learn they do breakfast their way too. Here, you can order more than 25 kinds of cereal, everything from Cap'n Crunch to Cheerios. Read more
Heidi WolffJuly 27, 2015Amazing experience! Had the crab cake and shrimp kargot app...they were awesome!! My hubby got the lobster Alfredo which was so so good! The yellow fin tuna was meh. All in all we had a great night!
Charlie TillerJune 5, 2017Fantastic weekend breakfast. The ham, bacon, shrimp, & grits is an order you won't regret. The potato pancakes are also delicious.
G DJuly 3, 2013For $10 for A crab cake, I'm not quite sure I'll get it again from the menu but everything else was superb. Spinach salad was really good. Simple. It's the dressing. Kudos to the chef! Fresh seafood.
Time Out ChicagoMay 25, 2012Salads, grilled sandwiches and enormous omelettes, all made with fresh veggies and no greasy-spoon feel, are what keeps us (and Mayor Rahm, who counts this among one of his favorites) coming back. -JJ Read more- Time Out ChicagoDecember 6, 2011Try the cioppino from our 100 Best list: Among the reasons people flock to the place is this classic San Francisco dish: a spicy broth sporting a rotating cast of fish, sweet shrimp & tender mussels.
Jake SmithJuly 15, 2013Since Glenn's serves breakfast anytime, that means you can get a side of pancakes anytime; break the traditional rules of dining and get some with your dinner (or for dessert)!- Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012Salads, grilled sandwiches and enormous omelettes, all made with fresh veggies and no greasy-spoon feel, are what keeps us (and Mayor Rahm, who counts this among one of his favorites) coming back.
The Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Benedict is my favorite breakfast ever. And order an extra potato pancake. You're welcome.
Jessica PatinoJanuary 18, 2012This place is worth checking out. King crab legs were deeeeelish :). Shrimp/scallop Bisque with pasta was to DIE FOR !!! I checked out every1 else"s dishes and it was ALL something to def check out ;)
Awesome place! Breakfast all day and great seafood?!?! It's my personal heaven!
CharminJuly 24, 2013First time in Ravenswood and I wouldn't have chosen a "diner" but I'm glad I went along with it! Unassuming, casual spot with fresh seafood and respectable wine list.
Abby MeixnerJuly 20, 2013Come as often as you can. Excellent seafood at great prices. Indulge in a cup of the clam chowder!
EaterJanuary 12, 2011Where else can you choose between 16 varieties of fresh fish and seafood daily or a bowl of your favorite childhood cereal? All-you-can-eat-crab Tuesdays and shrimp po' boys? Duh. [Eater 38 Member]
Helen LevinsonSeptember 16, 2012This place was a great find! Tasty drinks, fresh seafood and good service. We will be back!
Breakfast anytime, great selection of craft beers, awesome service, and the seafood is really fresh! One of my absolute fav places in the city!!!
Beth BarbieriAugust 24, 2014Came here specifically for the Saturday/Sunday brunch menu and my bacon waffle which was described as having bacon 'inside and out' was a regular waffle with bacon ontop... Disappointment :/
Laura V.July 24, 2012A delicious seafood restaurant with breakfast served all day long and all you can eat crab legs on Tuesday's, what more can you ask for?
If you are only going to have one appetizer, the Shrimp Kargot is the way to go!!!
Jeena JamesFebruary 17, 2013Loved the rayfield's rockefeller, arctic char, lake superior whitefish and everything else that we had on the table!
TopshopJune 19, 2012This place is famous for breakfast (our favourite meal) as well as for their seafood - don't miss out on the clam chowder.- Time Out ChicagoJanuary 20, 2012Tuesday through Friday, the catch of the day (with potato, veggies, soup and salad) is $17. Now good luck getting a table.
DiSeptember 13, 2011Although it sounds like street food, get the Lobster roll with a side of asparagus. It's expensive but 'lick the plate after for fallen off bits' good.
The pretzel crusted walleye is no joke. A huge portion and full of flavor. Pretty outstanding.
John BasileAugust 24, 2013Dollar for dollar, my favorite seafood in the city and Clam Chowder in a friggin' cup!
Rand DurenNovember 27, 2011The meatloaf sandwich is glorious. Messy, cheesy, delicious. And whatever you get, ask for a potato pancake on the side.
Nazia O'dullaughJuly 12, 2014The waiter Kyle will ignore you. He took our order and never came back until I asked a busboy where he was.The lobster roll is just a lobster salad on bread. The shrimp po boy is smothered in mayo.
Try anything and everything. I've yet to be disappointed. The fresh fish blackboard specials are amazing, but anything on the menu is worth a go, too.
The blue star crab cake eggs Benedict will change your life, but they only serve it on the weekend. The meatloaf sandwich is also life-changing.
What a great hidden gem! Amazingly large menu for such a small place. If there is a wait, you can wait at the bar across the street and they will call you! Read more
Elaina BarreraSeptember 4, 2013Crab legs are enormous the tables are a lll too close for comfort but all u can eat crab legs.. Who cares.
Elias YounanAugust 16, 2011The crab leg special on Tuesdays is a must! Wash it down with some Gumball Head beer!
Pete FaberDecember 16, 2010Hey Glen, if you are not going to do all you can eat ribs on Wednesdays, take it off your website! And if you still have it on your website and someone asks for it, HONOR THE REQUEST!
shw inApril 8, 2014yummi Glenn's Diner & Seafood House Seafood Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, sweden lol.........
Seafood, Breakfast, and a Wall of Cereal. What's more to like.
Go early if you want a table or make a reservation. Answer the movie quote on the chalk board for a free soup :-D
kari hornfeldtFebruary 11, 2010love this spot -- down the road from my office but ironically i usually go there during non-work hours. great sea food and brunch! Read more
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Glenn's Diner & Seafood House
1820 W Montrose Ave (at Wolcott Ave.)
Chicago, IL 60613
United States
Chicago, IL 60613
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(773) 506-1720
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, BYO
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