Can't beat the price. I had the grilled haddock right before closing. It came out quick and not a big cut of fish, but super solid for the price and the bed of greens with slaw and sweet potato were a great healthy option. I got the sesame soy dressing, which was good. If I come back, I'll be back. Even though I came at closing, servers were very helpful. read more

*EVEN BETTER THE 2nd TIME* highly recommend the fish and chips with the bang bang sauce Been wanting to try for so long so I'm glad I finally was able to! The interior is so cute and "boat" themed. We placed our order ahead and it was ready when we got there which is always a plus. I really enjoyed my chicken bowl and the ginger lime sauce really elevates the overall bowl. Totally recommend for a lunch break with coworkers. read more

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This seemed like a healthy lunch spot. You order at the cashier, then get a number and find a seat. There is indoor and outdoor seating available. The food is brought to you. Drinks are at the soda fountain. Sauces are next to the drinks. Food was ok. It wasn't memorable other than the portion size was small. I think the clam chowder was a crowd favorite. They give you a Swedish fish at the end of your meal. Bathrooms are available in the back. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Menu from June 2026 - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was craving fast casual food and was enticed by the sort of cheap prices and interior decor I saw on this Yelp page. My bf and I were in Chicago for a weekend in April 2026 and needed lunch. We walked over to Brown Bag Seafood and found it empty. The decor was cute so I grabbed a couple pictures and reviewed the menu. As far as the food goes, when we eventually received our carry out bags, was like a 4 out of 5 on taste. I got the miso cashew chicken bowl and my boyfriend got a grilled tofu power bowl. They were about $15 each. If you do eat here, I recommend the miso cashew chicken bowl as I liked it. Now let's talk about the service which I will generously give a 2 out of 5. I have literally never seen a staff member at a restaurant who was so out of it and caring so little as I did with the women who took our orders and made our food at Brown Bag Seafood in Chicago. The ordering system is, imho, a little confusing, and I asked a few questions to get some clarification. I came out more confused than if I had asked nothing at all. We were at first, told we were gonna be charged extra to do a sauce swap out on my dish. I'm cheap so I decided not to swap the sauce out. So imagine my surprise when we opened our carry out order at the hotel and saw a ton of takeout sauces, none of which were the ones I ordered, requested, or were supposed to be included! I won't even elaborate on that I found the workers actually bordering on being mean!! I'm tired and confused even thinking back on it a month later. I probably wouldn't recommend this location. read more

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Brown Bag Seafood is not only delicious, but I wish there were more places like this to eat on the road while traveling. You walk in and order at the counter, as it's more of a fast casual type dining experience. I ordered the miso cashew bowl with salmon, which came with white rice, carrots, cabbage, cucumbers, cashews, and a delicious tahini sauce. The salmon on it was wonderfully cooked, and the meal was healthy, light, and refreshing. A great place to stop for a healthy, fast casual bite! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Miso cashew salmon bowl - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Recently tried Brown Bag for the first time and really enjoyed it! I got the salmon harvest bowl and the salmon had great flavor and was cooked well. I'm glad I tried the tater tots too, adding a side made the meal complete! Definitely on the pricier end for a quick lunch stop but the quality of food was high. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salmon Whole Harvest Salmon Bowl - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for the golden hour dinner plate and it's honestly a great deal. For $15 you get a large protein, two sides, and a piece of garlic bread, which is hard to beat. Ordering was super easy. You just mark up what protein and sides you want on the menu, hand it to the cashier, and pay upfront. The food also came out pretty quickly. I ordered the seared tuna with sweet potatoes and the veggie blend. The portion of tuna was generous, though the flavor was just okay. The sweet potatoes were also fine but nothing particularly memorable. The veggie blend could have used a bit more attention. It looked roughly chopped and would have benefited from better seasoning. The garlic bread was a nice addition, but it could definitely use more garlic flavor. That said, it is still a solid option, especially if you are trying to eat healthy. I'm currently on a diet and this meal makes it easy to get a good amount of protein and vegetables in one sitting, which I really appreciate. We also shared the green garlic shrimp, which was a highlight. The shrimp tasted fresh and the sauce had a nice acidic kick that brought everything together well. My husband ordered the fried cod with spicy tots and chowder. The fish itself was good, though the batter could have been a bit lighter. The spicy tots were excellent, super crispy with just the right amount of heat. The chowder was solid overall, but a little heavy on the celery for my taste. Overall, it's a good value and worth checking out, especially if you are looking for a filling and protein-focused meal. read more

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Brown Bag Seafood is a solid option at Willis. The line usually moves quickly. The seafood seems quality and the portion is good. Flavorful. The prices are on the lunch higher side but you're getting ahi tuna or salmon, so it's what it is. The tots are delightful. Love the sauce bar at the end. The Swedish Fish is a nice touch. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Tuna - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was delicious and arrived quickly. Staff was friendly and served with a smile! The shop was clean and the ambiance was on point. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Grilled Catch Mega-Protein Powerbox w/ a mini chowder served with a Gingerade. - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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What a welcome respite after a long day of protesting fascism and reveling in all that is great about Chicago. We came crawling in here for sustenance on an early Saturday evening. Lovely, helpful and kind service. I would come back any time just for the exquisite service. Bonus points that we were supporting a woman owned business. But also that dinner plate was a steal! Very generous portion of tender grilled shrimp and truffle parmesan tots to die for. Veggies cooked perfectly to replenish our depleted nutrients. Don't skip the chocolate chip cookie. Heaven. read more

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I loved this place!! It was soooo good, cute interior, nice shaded exterior and I loved the color scheme! Right off of millenium park - it was a cute place to catch some scenery, shade and a good healthy bite. I got the skinny marg and a ginger ale and absolutely devoured my food. The salmon was perfectly cooked, still moist with a bit of crunch on the edge! The servers were amazing and the service was fairly fast and super welcoming! I would definitely come back here again the next time I'm in Chicago! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salmon power box - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Delicious food great staff decent size portions. Taste of Chicago 2026!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Juicy and plump shrimp, perfectly done. I ordered the greens and grains grilled shrimp. Tasted very healthy and delicious, not overpowering with added flavors and sauces, though there is a sauce bar. A bit bland at first, but after squeezing the lemon, the flavors were perfect- though the tartar sauce was bombb too. The dish felt easily recreateable at home, with nothing special... maybe thats the charm to it. The interior was awesome, felt just like a beach trip. As a visitor, I didn't realize this place was a chain but that didn't take away from the quality. read more

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I really like this concept. Simple to order, good selection of tasty options to pair with the fish/shrimp. Fun appetizers. Our shrimp appetizer was slightly over fried, otherwise really good. Great place for a fun, healthy meal. Bright, simple interior. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Truffle-Parm Tots - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Neat location with a great view of the city! The menu had great options. The service was great and the food came out quick. They had a unique selection of sauces, we tried a few and they were all delicious. We enjoyed both of our meals and will absolutely be back when visiting Chicago! read more

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I really like this place on Randolph! Small ,cozy and right by Maggie Daley. We had the fish and chips and clam chowder. The fish and chips was on point flavorful and seasoned well chips nice and crispy but the star of the show was a clam chowder boy was that delicious.. If you add a little hot sauce (and they make all their sauces) it's delicious. Check this place out you might like it. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I stopped by tonight at 6:50 pm. The food is really yummy but the cash register (backwards baseball cap) that helped me was so rude!! She had attitude and acted so annoyed by me. She was absolutely not helpful either. In contrast to the other cash register (she had glasses and a beanie on) that helped my friend who was SO sweet, patient and helpful!! Really unbelievable experience but good healthy food so idk if I recommend it. read more

I love this place! We went to the Randolph location and it was the perfect stop before heading over to Millennium Park. The food was fresh and service excellent. We will definitely return. read more

When you walk in, expect to review the menu, grab a marker and write down your order. Then take your order to the "order here" area and pay for your food / grab your number. In no time, you can expect a friendly staff member to bring your food to you. There are three main seating areas: dim lit booths by the food prep area, stools facing the park, and tables near the menu area. Food was fantastic! Hot and crunchy. The fish was perfectly battered and flaky, and the fries were delicious. For the area, prices also weren't super ridiculous. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Fish & Chips - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

weirdly enough what sets this lobster roll apart is the buttery, crisp bread. it's excellent! it's never been super busy whenever i come grab food, so i love sitting outside when the weather's nice. make sure to grab some free taffies before you leave too! i wish the parm on the truffle tots were more shredded or melted, because it can be difficult to get a bite of both parm and tot without the parm falling off. not a big deal, but i'd prefer not to have to really pick at them to get the full flavor profile! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Lobster Roll with Truffle-Parm Tots - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pretty clean and healthy-tasting food! This would be a great spot for lunch meals at work. They didn't pack any utensils for us despite it being a to-go order. Food is okay. I don't think there's anything super special, but portion sizes are decent and you'll definitely be full. I really don't like how literally everything on their menu costs extra money because one plate with a sauce and two sides can run you close to $20-25 depending on what protein you get. read more

Really good for lunch! Pricing a little on the high side but this is a quality over quantity kind of place. Had the chicken - veggie bowl. Seriously tasty!! Fries were also good. Give it a try! read more

I had the lunch special with iced tea which I think came to $20-$30. The food was really burned /overcooked. It was palatable but not good. The buffalo sauce was good. The tea was excellent and the staff was friendly read more

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Amazing people and food. The seared tuna was really good and the ginger ale was fire.

Lettuce wilted on the lobster wrap and dried day old lemon wedge. Not a good presentation. It truly takes away from the desire to eat the food. Waste of money. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Day old lemon wedge - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I really enjoyed my visit . The team was great and someone name charles I think was super helpful with the menu . The food was amazing and the service and I will de be back read more

Awesome place! It's build-your-own plate style. We came for the golden hour dinner plate special. You pick your options by checking them off on a laminated menu, which I appreciate! Accessible and easy to take your time looking at all the options. We got the grilled shrimp, classic tots, and french fries with the sriracha sauce (pictured). We also got the salmon with coleslaw and grains with ginger lime sauce. Everything was delicious. The sauces are stand-out! There's a sauce bar with more options too--the tartar sauce was especially good. They make almost all their sauces from scratch! The booths are very dimly lit, but the bar/counter seating gets a ton of sunlight. So you can pick which vibe you prefer. Also, our server was so amazing! I didn't catch her name, but she was working yesterday 3/14 at 5pm. She helped us with the sauce bar and all since it was our first visit. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Grilled shrimp, classic tots, french fries - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Prepare to be amazed! We stopped for dinner. Being our first visit, it was an easy process to order. Dining or Take Out is easily identified. The girl at the counter was so sweet. She answered our questions with a smile. We had the cod with sweet potatoes, cole slaw and buffalo bleu tots. Everything there is delicious! The bread is incredible too! Added bonus is we came during dinner special hours. We ate a hearty meal. They do not skimp on their specials. Excellent customer service too. This young staff takes pride in their work and love in their food. Good food. Good atmosphere. You will be impressed. read more

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Salmon salad was the best I have ever had! Was visiting the area and found a seat looking out the window. Views and food were superb from what I can remember. (Went a year and 1/2 ago and this review was sitting in my drafts? Haha) read more

Stopped here for takeout lunch. I had the crispy shrimp which came with their special sauce which was a good change from regular cocktail sauce. Also liked the clam chowder. They do have canned beer and cocktails to go too. Outside and inside dining options if you want to eat in. Overall a good find to grab some takeout seafood! Would recommend read more

Ordered delivery on a chili Chicago evening. And I'm glad I did. The avoid was awesome. Ordered New England Clam Chowder - very good but the pepper jack shrimp and grits was the star of the night ! Delightful. Paired it with truffle Mac and cheese , Louisiana tang slaw and spicy sesame cauliflower. Everything was really good, beyond expectations. They packed everything with care. Definitely a must! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

so so so love brown bag Gold Coast Chicago. the loudest shout out to Jeremiah, Addie, and Ava!!! the fish and chips surprise made my week. imm call to say thank you. love this place. please check them out and say Debra sent me!!!! lol. read more

So delicious,, healthy, fresh, and convenient! Right across from the Bean & Pritzker Pavillon this is a relatively quick and convenient healthy option. That is also delicious and well worth the price. Check out their happy hour menu. Great view and service with a smile. read more

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Loved the fresh food and the ordering process is simple. One note though- the sauces are always grimy and it feels so gross on your hands. I wish they would change containers or something to fix this. They got rid of the flex mex base option which was devastating. I like that they sometimes bring salt water taffy to the table. read more

I work upstairs in the building so this is such a great, convenient lunch option for something fresh, even if it's a bit of a splurge. (Join rewards; sometimes they have $5!) The new BBQ salmon, bacon & blue salad did not disappoint. Loaded with lots of good stuff, yummy bacon chunks, super nice fresh lettuces, bright tomatoes, delicious creamy avocado ranch dressing, nice big chunk of salmon, tasty sauce. I usually get the Cajun shrimp salad (lots of big juicy shrimp!) but this was a nice change. My only small whine is that I was looking forward to my one carb of the day: the little piece of garlic bread, but it wasn't included with this offering; it wasn't cheap & I think that tidbit doesn't cost much so would like to suggest it be included. To order separately takes this over $20. Rough for us working gals. The folks at BBS are always friendly, food is always very fresh, generous servings, ready on time, and the orders are generally exactly correct. Enjoy! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - BBQ Salmon salad - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The cashier was so nice. I love this fast, casual, and healthy joint. They also have drinks which is a nice plus! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'll try to keep this short and sweet. Brown Bag is a bit on the pricier side for what I would consider a lunch spot. But you get what you pay for - high quality ingredients, healthy options, and a variety of flavor packed choices. My favorite is their powerbox, which includes an ancient grain blend, veggies, and your choice of protein. I've had the white fish and cod previously and was surprised at the fresh flavor. Also love the chicken which is always grilled nicely and never dry. The tots here are amazing too. Can't decide which is my fav between the Buffalo and the truffle parm - just get both! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Powerbowl w/ Grilled Chicken. Buffalo-Bleu Tots. - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Suprise, some co workers brought me a surprise lobster roll. Meat was very tender and delicious. The bread was well seasoned with butter and vitamins had a side of parm seasoned tater tots. Good but not as hot because of carryout. The sandwich had a sauce that could have been a little more seasoned for my taste, but good anyway. Have been to the shop a different time and had the blacken fish sandwich and fries. The fries were the Twice cooked seasoned fries, yummy. They have many other thing to try. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Lobster roll - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was pretty good and at a nice price point for being in the city. I had the bbq salmon and bacon salad and it was a good portion of food. Salmon was cooked really well. Service was pretty good, and had a nice ambiance. Overall, a good spot to grab a quick, fresh meal at pretty good cost. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - BBQ Salmon, Bacon, Bluecheese salad - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I loved this place because the food choices were right up my alley--fresh, healthy options with seafood and not all deep fried My son had Fish and Chips sandwich with fries and I tried the 1/2 power box/1/2 protein. I liked the mix and match options along with a variety of traditional seafood and fried choices since some in my family don't care for quinoa or kale! It's a great casual spot for families or business lunch. Friendly, eco conscious packaging. Prices are average with today's takeout prices but might be considered a bit high for how much you get-$14 an entree choice approximately Definitely would visit again! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Beverage choice area, well designed! - Salad Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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