Shaw's Crab House is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

1. Shaw's Crab House

9.2
21 E Hubbard St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Near North Side · 219 tips and reviews

Kate H.Kate H.: Come here for oysters, lobster bisque, crab legs, live music, cold drinks, and lively company. ♡

Cindy M.Cindy Monger: Awesome lobster bisque, raw oysters, crab, maki, and cocktails!

Mark S.Mark Stehli: Awesome oyster happy hour until 6pm. They know how to shuck an oyster...

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

2. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

9.4
60 E Grand Ave (at N Rush St), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Near North Side · 225 tips and reviews

Uriel A.Uriel Almarez: First time visiting, amazing stone crab bisque

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: There are charms to be had in the wonderful stone crab claws, the excellent grilled mahi-mahi with chimichurri and jicama slaw, and the luscious Key lime pie. Read more.

Cat G.Cat Gao: Get the stone crab, spinach stuffed mushrooms, crab bisque, and roasted corn. Food and service were both fantastic.

Hopleaf Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

3. Hopleaf Bar

9.2
5148 N Clark St (at W Foster Ave), Chicago, IL
Beer Bar · Andersonville · 334 tips and reviews

Tiff 'TheFemGeek' T.Tiff 'TheFemGeek' Tate: Go to Hopleaf Bar and order their mussels. I never had mussels before and when I did I fell in love, specifically for Hopleaf's...nom nom nom :)

Hannah ..Hannah ...: Get the Mussels & frites, aioli sauce is on spot!

Tim A.Tim Akimoff: Try the Mussels In Belgium Beer - Beer and mussels might be the perfect pairing. Better than basil tomato even.

Fish Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

4. Fish Bar

8.6
2956 N Sheffield Ave (at W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Lakeview · 103 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Buzachero: Lobster roll, rock shrimp wet, key lime pie.

Nichole .Nichole 📚: Amazing clam chowder. Rock shrimp and saracha/sour cream dip also the best. A poor mans lobster = rock shrimp.

Liz L.Liz Le: Great cocktails + food. Get the lobster roll, lemon/jalapeño app, or any of the ceviches.

The Publican is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

5. The Publican

8.9
837 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 358 tips and reviews

Paul W.Paul Wang: Try the chef's selection of oysters and the sausages! If you're daring go with the sweet bread. You won't be disappointed.

Renaissance HotelsRenaissance Hotels: Platters of gleaming, fresh oysters, piles of juicy porchetta and a ribeye steak dry-aged for 60 days are extraordinary, and even better paired with beers from Publican’s world-class beer list. Read more.

Jeff W.Jeff Weinstein: Great oysters, pork belly, steak, and other meats. Beer list and service are top notch. Can be loud and crowded. Sneak a drink in at aviary before or after.

Luke's Lobster is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

6. Luke's Lobster

8.5
134 N La Salle St (at W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · The Loop · 31 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: The sustainably-sourced seafood includes lobster, shrimp, and crab rolls as well as chowders and bisques. The lobster roll features a 1/4 pound of lobster with lemon butter and mayo on a toasted bun. Read more.

Jonathan F.Jonathan Ferrera: The lobster roll is amazing and absolutely delicious. And there is hardly any wait.

Carl A.Carl Anderson: The lobster rolls and the spicy crab soup are both must gets.

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

7. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House

8.7
1024 N Rush St (Bellevue), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Gold Coast · 104 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Old-school classics are prepared well; we like the frog legs with garlic butter, “clams casino” (baked clams topped with bread crumbs and bacon) and smoked salmon—heat-smoked rather than cured. Read more.

Anthony H.Anthony Handley: Best crab cakes in Chicago. Pair one with a steak for surf and turf. You won't regret it.

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: Watch East and West Coast oysters shucked at the 32-foot mahogany bar while listening to live piano music and snacking on fried oyster sliders topped with seaweed slaw and yuzu aioli. Read more.

RPM Italian is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

8. RPM Italian

8.9
52 W Illinois St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 238 tips and reviews

Andriana A.Andriana Albamonte: Order family style and share! Don't miss the lobster caprese, zucchini fritti, king crab pasta and eggplant parm and dessert! The rice pudding gelato is amazing. Our waiter was great too!

SaraSara: Must try spinach lobster ravioli & eggplant parmesan-Filling! Apps-garlic bread. Didnt care for provolone peppers or artichokes. Dessert-TARTUFO-Amazeballs! Big Ferrero rocher w choco icecream inside.

GoLacey GoGoLacey Go: Lobster Caprese, Octopus and lobster ravioli are MUSTS!!

The Angry Crab is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

9. The Angry Crab

8.5
5665 N Lincoln Ave (Fairfield), Chicago, IL
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · West Ridge · 36 tips and reviews

Michael C.Michael Campbell: Everything is good, their maniac seasoning is the best. Shrimp, crab legs, crawfish with potatoes, andoullie sausage and corn is my vice.

Kevin L.Kevin L: Calamari was super tender with great sauces. Crab legs were sooo awesome!

Gus B.Gus Borrmann: We had 3lb for two and it was enough. King Crab Legs are a must, headless shrimps are delicious. If you are not into spicy food, level 2 can be too hot already. Be prepared for smelly hands.

RL Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

10. RL Restaurant

9.1
115 E Chicago Ave (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 115 tips and reviews

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: The lobster club sandwich with applewood smoked bacon and truffle mayo is tasty and sums up the mood here perfectly: everyday luxury. Read more.

Vincent A.Vincent Anzalone: Chicken hash is great anytime of the day and they often have kumamoto oysters

Myra R.Myra Rubin: French Kiss Oysters + Rosé = perfect afternoon! RL has been a favorite for many years. Classic, relaxing, wonderful service always.

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

11. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse

8.9
1028 N Rush St (at E Bellevue Pl), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Gold Coast · 282 tips and reviews

Lili L.Lili Liaskas: WR Cut sliced perfect for sharing .. And the crabmeat avocado for a starter is great

AngelaAngela: The best steakhouse in Chicago. Meat is cooked and flavored to perfection. The crab avocado appetizer is delicious. Next time I need to leave room for cake because it looks amazing.

Matthew G.Matthew Garchik: The 22 ounce bone in ribeye is super delicious. Their sides are all very great and I personally love the lobster. And if you want to be adventurous try the frog legs

Mastro's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

12. Mastro's Steakhouse

8.8
520 N Dearborn St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 122 tips and reviews

Matthew S.Matthew Stern: Best of the best in Chicago. Pomeg martini, crab, bone in filet, butter cake! I've done all the work for you!

IsabelIsabel: My most favorite steakhouse ever (along with Masto's Ocean Club and City Hall Steakhouse, Scottsdale, AZ). Ahi Tuna Tartare, ANY steak, and did I mention the LOBSTER mashed potatoes?! Heavenly. Read more.

Adam L.Adam London: Ask for Stephanie as your waitress. Get the KC strip, Mac and cheese, lobster mashed, and brussel sprouts - have an unbelievable meal.

Alegrias Seafood Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

13. Alegrias Seafood Chicago

8.3
1024 N Ashland Ave (Cortez St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · East Ukrainian Village · 42 tips and reviews

Arisa X.Arisa Xumsai: Crab is a must to order. Fresh & tasty!

NuGame C.NuGame Chandapradit: Crab legs is awesome!

CynthiaCynthia: Best seafood astound try the special oysters!! So awesome

Bavette's Bar and Boeuf is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

14. Bavette's Bar and Boeuf

9.3
218 W Kinzie St (at N Wells St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 130 tips and reviews

Erica L.Erica L: Amazing meal. Get the baked goat cheese and tomato, steak frites, crab cake, elote corn, and short rib stroganoff

Kelly .Kelly 🍰: Bone-in ribeye medium rare, elote corn, shrimp cocktail, crab cake, French fries, whiskey sundae, several cocktails = elite

Laurie D.Laurie Dubnow: Baked crab cake, oysters, bacon roasted tomato salad, short rib beef stroganoff, steak frites, and chocolate cream pie! Can't wait to go back!!

The Capital Grille is one of The 15 Best Places for Shellfish in Chicago.

15. The Capital Grille

8.7
633 N St. Clair St., Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 60 tips and reviews

Anthony V.Anthony Villare: Anything u get here is tops. Lobster bisque--big chunks of meat!! Lobster Mac!!! How do save room for dessert!

Kam B.Kam Beard: The lobster mac n cheese was so delicious. Also the green beans was seasoned perfect.

StefanieStefanie: Perfect steaks and the lobster mac are a must for dinner. For lunch: the lobster bisque or the lobster & crab cakes are not published on the menu, under 500 calories and still so decadent.