Shaw's Crab House

Shaw’s is two restaurants in one – a jazzy, sophisticated, seafood restaurant and a carefree, lively oyster bar. Both serve top-grade fish and shellfish, several varieties of just-shucked oysters, and inventive sushi and sashimi combinations, made with the freshest fish in town.

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9 / 10
957
ratings
  • Phone

    (312) 527-2722

  • Website

    shawscrabhouse.com

  • X (Twitter)

    shellyfromshaws

  • Type

    Seafood Restaurant

Address

21 E Hubbard St (at N Wabash Ave) Chicago , IL 60611 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating No
Music Live Music
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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good for dates live music brunch food good for groups desserts healthy food key lime pie bar spacious waffles gluten-free food butterscotch pudding cole slaw ice cream dinner great value surf & turf grits popcorn discounts
Jessica U.

Family friendly , delicious brunch every Sunday from 11:30 to 1:30pm!!! So worth it and kids under 12 are free! The warm king crab legs are the best!

Allison Kaminski

Woah I just went to Shaw's for brunch !! All you can eat oysters , crab legs , shrimp cocktails . Oh yeah they have standard breakfast foods & desserts as well but you go for fresh sea food of course!

Hanan Mal

The lobster bisque is perfect. But the Alaskan king crab legs are a MUST!! Our waitress Danielle was the perfect host even treated us to complimentary slice of key lime pie ... Will be back definitely

Anne-Sophie

Wow! What amazing seafood and fantastic service! Echoing the below: king crab legs are to die for, and all the rest was a true feast for the palate! Live music completes the experience.

Todd Carpenter

Come for brunch and get the chilled crab legs , oysters , spicy tuna maki , bacon , eggs benedict , mini crab cakes , steamed king crab legs , waffles , and a key lime tort ... In that order.

Gsus S.S.

An absolute classic. New patio (because of Covid-contingency) and same quality of food! Lobster bisque , clam chowder , oysters and seafood platter our selections. Super friendly attention.

Beril Esen

Amazing atmosphere: If you come here, you'll listen to live music with songs from Al Green while tasting delicious seafood . Order the king crab legs ; you won't regret it. Scallops are a bit overrated.

Lucille Fisher

Great atmosphere, excellent seafood and one of the best oyster happy hour in Chicago. Aside from discounted oysters , they also have a special happy hour food/drinks menu-everyday from 4-6pm.

Kevin Dulin

Great service, wonderful cocktails , and the Crab is a must!

Cole Kennedy

Old school and cozy . Love the vibe. Come in, take a right, and sidle up to the oyster bar . Dare you to break a 6:1 oyster to martini ratio.

Renata Portugal

We ordered the hot platter for 2. Was amazing!!! If you want to try the best of the Restaurant ! Also the waiter recommend us the butterscotch pudding dessert !! Its a must!!! Love it everything

Kate Davison

Elderflower martini is amazing. Perfectly balanced. Services is very friendly and the food is amazing. Best lobster and crab I've had this year. We will come back here every time we come to Chicago.

Chris Davis

Best seafood I have had being in the mid west Chicago. Classy / up scale. Good for dates . I loved their crab leg bites. Yum!! Will definitely come again some day.

Gsus S.S.

Súper friendly attention and top quality seafood options . New England clam chowder and a delicious fish dressed with blue lobster sauce , my options. Great place!

Norman Ellis

Eat here on your expense account. Prices are high. The lobster bisque is seasoned very nicely but there’s not a lot of lobster in it. The griddled Shrimp were very good. Potatoes an gratin also tasty.

Kevin M. McNally, CMP

When craving seafood ...this is where you want to dine! Lobster , Oysters , Chowder even sushi ! On Sundays-brunch is accented with live blues band. Part of Lettuce Entertain You group. Enjoy!

Bitches Who Brunch

For a brunch buffet , Shaw’s game is strong. This brunch is a seafood lover’s dream. We knock a half point off because if you aren’t into seafood , you are limited in options. Read more

Hanan Mal

Every once in a while you pass by a place like this where everything you eat is phenomenal! We started with the oysters , simplicity at its best.

Lettuce Entertain You

Get rewarded at Shaw's Crab House! Earn points on every purchase toward meals, trips & wine . Ask your server about the Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club! Read more

Wil E.

Standouts include flavorful sushi and sashimi combinations, Georgia soft shell crab , and the Alaskan king crab . Come on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday to listen to live music as you enjoy your meal

Tasting Table

Monday through Friday, between 4 and 6 p.m., score half-price shucked-to-order oysters ($15 for a dozen, $7.50 for a half-dozen) on the half shell and an oyster shooter cocktail ($10) Read more

Kate H.

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

Albert Chau

No matter what - leave room for dessert ! Make sure you add vanilla bean ice cream to the raspberry pie - makes it taste a lot more special!

Naz F. Gérdabi

The Ahi Tuna tacos are delicious...whatever that sauce is made out of, it's perfection!

Time Out Chicago Kids

A hearty brunch is served buffet style and includes both chilled and hot seafood , create-our-own omelets and a dessert room! Two kids 12 and younger eat free from 10am–1:30pm for each adult brunch . Read more

Cindy Monger

Awesome lobster bisque , raw oysters , crab , maki , and cocktails !

Carol Barg

Everything is good. Especially if you're a crab lover! I was surprised to find sushi here!! A very welcome surprise!

Francisca Nacht

Incredible garlic shrimp , tuna tartar and popcorn lobster . Super mood and great service, thanks!

An Sheng

Everything we ordered was good! Get the seafood combination ????????????

Adam

Everything here is awesome! Try the oyster sampler; a nice variety of east and west coast oysters !

L K

If you like king crab , get it here. Wonderful. Also a wide variety of sushi actually, which was unexpected.

Chicago magazine

Don’t overlook fish , both ocean and freshwater. One bite of pumpkinseed-encrusted roasted red grouper or mustard-glazed walleye is all it takes. Finish up with a slice of their heavenly raspberry pie . Read more

Crain's Chicago Business

Grilling and a simple vinaigrette showcase sustainable wild Alaskan King salmon 's lean, meaty flavor, complimented by an herby salad of arugula , fingerling potato coins and shaved parmesan . Read more

Cindy Monger

Awesome raw oysters (all kinds...), and cocktails too.

Nikki Kanter

Get the shrimp cocktail , served on a mountain of ice. The portions are huge here and the food is high quality. We'll definitely be back (with reservations next time).

Bianca

Lovely brunch selection , except the oysters and the sushi - try to avoid that, not their best.

Time Out Chicago Kids

The reward for a clean plate: a sweets table loaded with freshly spun cotton candy , lollipops , cakes and cookies . (Bonus for you: Kids eat free with a paying adult.) Read more

Brian Strauss

When the name is engraved in the plate you know they make a good martini .

Kate Furman

Pricey but solid seafood options . Try the lobster roll or the weekend AYCE seafood brunch .

Brian Kelly

My favorite Sunday Brunch spot in Chicago! A+ Food and A+ Service and kids eat free !

Jeff Carter

The servers are trained to really upsell here. Casual questions about ordering more. ordering oyster samplers is a bad idea. You'll get a few good ones/mostly small ones Food's pretty good though.

NMarie

Amazing service! Great selections, really good food. Come hungry, the $50pp is worth it

Time Out Chicago Kids

A place with a Sunday brunch special , kids 12 and under eat for free from a hot buffet line featuring breakfast items such as the make-your-own omelet and waffle kitchen. Read more

Ben S

Excellent Chicago vibe. Had nothing that wasn't good here. Ask for recommendations for oysters .

Pamela Carpenter

Best Sunday brunch in the city ! Something for everyone

BestOf

The showiness of this place reels us in, in large part because Shaw's deals with only top-quality stuff---much of it sustainable. The crab cakes are first-rate, as is the lobster . Read more

Kostya Kekhaev

Shaw's Annual Lobster Festival (June-July 2010): Traditional East Coast style "Lobster Boil" includes a 1lb whole Maine Lobster , with corn on the cob, Red Bliss potatoes , and coleslaw for only $21.99!

Pateliek

Oysters ! Had a wonderful dozen, six different pairs, selected by the chef . Wow.

Mark Stehli

Awesome oyster happy hour until 6pm. They know how to shuck an oyster ...

Lowell Frame

The grouper is excellent. Comes with squash that is very good as well . I will definitely come back here!

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