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    3.9 (490 reviews)
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    Em K.

    Perfection! Low Country is my go to spot for seafood boil! I got the crab legs and they were absolutely delicious, impressively meat. The seasoning had great flavor without being overwhelmingly spicy, which I really appreciated. The whole experience was messy in the best way, and the casual, laid-back vibe made it even more enjoyable.

    Justin P.

    I'm a fan! Came here on a Saturday night and was seated very quickly (no reservations needed.) You have to place your order at the register, and I was glad to see they have several options for people who don't want a seafood bag. I went with the popcorn chicken and fries and enjoyed it. The portions are massive and their lemonade drinks are very legit. Even tho they have a bar, I stuck with my strawberry lemonade for this trip. The price isn't the cheapest, so if you're going for the seafood bag and a drink, expect to drop close to $50 a person. That said I enjoyed everything I tried and would go again

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    Jarriae A.

    I've been to this location once before, but it's been a while, so I was happy to finally be back. I like that it's half traditional restaurant half self serve. You have to wait to be seated, but you go up to order yourself and then they bring the food to you and cut the bag. You have to grab your own gloves and to-go boxes. They sat me before my friend got there, which was nice, and the staff were all very friendly. The servers check in on you frequently. But the best part is obviously the food. I love that they gave me a tool to open the crab legs easier and a bucket to throw the shells in. The corn and potatoes are delicious and the everything sauce is truly chef's kiss. Hopefully, next time I'm back, I'll remember to order a side of butter because I think that'll be next level delicious. My friend got the shrimp with garlic sauce, and she loved it. We also tried the fried pickles, and as a fried pickle connoisseur, these definitely made my top 3. The lemonade was also really good, so I highly recommend. Overall, it's a really a cute place with great food and service. Can't wait to go back!

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    Cassie T.

    I LOVEEE a seafood boil and Lowcountry did not disappoint! The establishment is cutely decorated, very fun and feel good home-y vibes. They played great music and I feel like that instantly makes everything better lol. Seafood was well cooked and delicious. The Cajun spicy level 2 sauce was the perfect amount of salty and sweet but barely spicy at all. Definitely gonna come back to try their crawfish in spice level 3 or 4. Great vibes, def recommend checking them out!

    Gissell P.

    I will never say no to a seafood boil especially if it's from Lowcountry! I have been craving a good seafood boil and Lowcountry satisfied my craving! I also had a Hurricane cocktail and it was amazing! The staff were super welcoming and attentive, this will definitely be my go to spot for a seafood boil! They also have live music and they were killing it! Thank you for a great time and I will definitely be back soon!

    #Combo #5 - Pay Day (plus green beans and sausage)

    Loved this place! Such a cute and casual atmosphere. You're seated by a hostess and then order at the counter when you're ready. We had the #5 combo but added green beans and sausage (Everythang sauce - hot). It was a lot of food for two people but we finished it all! It's a good thing I don't live in Chicago or I'd be here constantly. I can't recommend it enough, as long as you're willing to get your hands (or complimentary plastic gloves) dirty!

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    Kat N.

    We have had better Cajun boil. Choices are more limited here and the flavor wasn't spectacular. I do like that they provided gloves and a nearby sink for washing up. Just kind of pricey for the food.

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    Darlene N.

    My friend and I came here after a full day's work on 3/4/2025 for a Fat Tuesday event that was advertised on social media. This was our first time visiting this establishment. We came around 5:45 p.m. and the event was to begin at 6 p.m. We check in with the hostess who told us it would be a 35-40 minute wait. We decided to wait - they text you when your table is ready. They have barstools to sit in but all of them were full. It got supercrowded in there and many people were standing in the entrance and walkway area because there wasn't really anywhere else to wait. After waiting an hour, we finally get a text message and we were so relieved. One of the hostesses seated us at a table and asked us if we know how things work here. We said no. She showed us the QR code on the table to view the menu and also showed us our table number. She explained that when we are ready to order we needed to get up and go over to the section to physically place an order (remember your table number!). If you want drinks, that is a totally separate line. My friend and I looked at each other like we wanted to leave at that point. That meant after all that time waiting, no waitstaff comes to take your order, everything is self-instructed which was ridiculous! If someone working at their establishment had let us know that in all the time we were waiting to be seating, we could of just ordered our food TO GO! What a waste of time. Both lines to order food and order drinks were LONG and people were not happy as it was a bit chaotic. At one point, you couldn't tell what line from what because so many people were wrapped around the same area. After you order, you go back to your table and they bring you your food by your table number. They don't take long to bring you your food which was one of the few pluses of the evening. The other plus was the majority of the food was good. We had: Fried Shrimp - Excellent. Lightly breaded. Plump and good flavor Jalapeno Cornbread - Moist, dense and delicious Gumbo - Meh. Gumbo gravy was too watery, needed thickness to it. No sausage - there was seafood but you had to struggle to find the pieces of it. Not much rice in the gumbo Beignets - Good. Served warm-they are a nice size with powdered sugar on top Hurricane Drink - needs help. Doesn't taste anything like the drink in New Orleans - NOTE: at the drink station, they charge an automatic 18% gratuity on your bill. All the guy did was pour from a huge plastic container that had the drink pre-made it so how does that call for 18% tip? I don't know if it's heavy foot traffic like this on their non-event days but there needed to be more planning here to handle the crowd or making the decision to turn some people away (the pictured advertisement says "plenty of beads" but, we weren't given any). It definitely was a fire hazard the amount of people standing around the entrance - if there was an emergency where people needed to evacuate, there would have been a problem that could of resulted in something really bad happening. The Radium band they had for the event was GREAT, enjoyed them. I would come back to order food since I enjoyed most of it but TO GO! This place makes alot of extra money because they don't have to pay waitstaff but at what expense? When I go out to eat, I want to be served, not wait in three lines between being seated and ordering food/drink. A big lesson was learned by us that night.

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    Jim D.

    South loop mediocrity strikes again. I was desperate hence me living right down the street from here & me never partaking. Paid damn near $80 for sine wings, sides a dessert. Some items were flavorless such as the fries & dirty rice & cornbread. Others were just boring such as the chicken & garlic noodles. Not to mention this food gave me the trotters lbvs. Never again!

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    Chasity A.

    This event was awesome. The food was fresh and very flavorful. Every staff member was very kind. The vibes were great met new ppl. Had a great time!

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    Charleston W.

    I love seafood boil and honestly this seafood boil with everything sauce is bad. It's too sour and is more chunky than the delicious house sauces I've had in the past at other restaurants. Also the price is pretty horrendous, 86 pre-tax, tip for not that much food (2 people). Service and ambiance was alright but the food drops my rating to a 2 star. I do not recommend coming here if you enjoy seafood boil!

    Christina A.

    At Lowcountry, you walk up and order your food. Then, a server delivers a sealed plastic bag with your order(s) and cuts it open at your table. I thought this was a weird presentation. I had the veggie boil, which included potatoes, corn, etc. It was SO spicy! I couldn't get it down. I can normally do a spice 2/5 at Thai restaurants, but this was unbearable. The ambiance is definitely casual, and there were plenty of families with kids.

    Combo A - Shrimp Combo for One Person and added mussels in their Garlic & Lemon Pepper seasonings...Mild!
    Christopher B. S.

    Went here Saturday, March 29th to celebrate my daughter 16th Birthday! We've been to the one in Merrillville, but she wanted to go to this location because she heard it was better! Valet Parking was $10...we arrived an hour after they opened and were seated right away. The scenery was nice being downtown Chicago. The food came out pretty fast after ordering...maybe within like 10 mins. We had a big party and everybody got something different...their mussels were big and fresh and the shrimp were juicy! Jalapeños cornbread was really good! The wings one of our kids in the group ordered said they were really good...crispy and sauced up!

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    The spicy level and flavor is addictive. I am still thinking about it. I can eat this everyday for the entire year.

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    Food was amazing!! You don't expect to get good Cajun food in Chicago. But this place did not disappoint!!! Ate there twice in one week!!

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    Is this location BYOB?

    No, we have a full bar.

    Since COVID, are you taking reservations for seating?

    We are currently seating at 25% of our maximum capacity due to city mandates. We are not accepting reservations, and we are seating first come, first serve. Early arrival is suggested. However, we are still offering carryout service via… Read more

    Are the alcoholic drinks half off today?

    Beer and wine is half off before 7pm for happy hour.

    Can I reserve seating?

    No you can't

    All you can eat?

    No, we do not offer an all you can eat option.

    Can you order head on shrimp with the for 2 special in stead of the head off?

    Yes, no problem.

    Are you allowed to call and place an order for pickup?

    The phone lines are usually not answered when we are busy tending to our guests during service. Your best bet is to come in and place your order. Down the road, we are working on a more efficient online ordering system. Thank you for your… Read more

    Hello I'm interested in visiting the restaurant myself and my daughter I wanted to order a number 2 are we able to split the bag in two separate bags and Order separate sauces or no?

    No. The combo for 2 comes in one bag. If you wanted a hotter spice level, you may order sauce on the side.

    Do the have a happy hour?

    5-7p M-F Half priced beer and wine. $24 sangria carafes. $10 mussels & fries… Read more

    Do they accept reservations?

    No they don't first come

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    Cindy's Rooftop

    4.1(2.8k reviews)
    0.9 miThe Loop
    $$$

    We visited Chicago and we looked forward to every single meal we made reservations for, and both me…read moreand my husband agreed Cindy's rooftop is the top among all the restaurants we visited. We went on the memorial weekend, and we didn't know we are getting the brunch intead of the lunch menu. We were so gonna get that fish and chips equivalent, so it took us some time to finally decided on the meal choice. My husband got the breakfast with chicken sausages, while I got the burger. Their burger is great with two thin patties. The veggies and pickles with it is delicious. The bun is pretty good. The fries was decent. His breakfast is so much better than mine though! I tried everything on his plate and it was good! After we finished our meal, we also took some nice pictures at the balcony which you can see all the way to the Field Museum area on a nice weather day. The restaurant is conveniently located near the Grant Park area. We actually visited the cloud gate, fountain, The cultural center, Target/5 below, comic stores, route 66 sign, Chicago stock exchange arch, and the art institution all in that trip. Very convenient! Their reservation opens 2 weeks before. If we ever go back to Chicago, we will definitely visit them again. Hopefully I will complete my Invisalign treatment and can actual eat more food! The elevator is very "vintage" btw. We tried both the express and regular elevators and that was an interesting ride...

    Beautiful, grand old school lobby that takes you back in time. Rooftop restaurant and bar just as…read morespecial with a great view of the park and lake. Great vibe and ambiance. Service was to be as expected, top notch. Small menu but enough to appeal to all tastes and needs. Decided to go light for dinner and I chose the caesars salad with salmon. Great flavors and toppings on the salad. Salmon was just ok. Coworkers had tuna tartare (excellent) and the beet salad also with salmon (really good). Split the roasted carrots which were delicious, especially the sauce.

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    Espresso martini also #basic but also good.

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    Pink Moon Oysters* (Half Dozen)

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    Shaw's Crab House - Oysters, East coast

    Shaw's Crab House

    4.2(2.8k reviews)
    1.5 miNear North Side
    $$$

    Loved it - again! We…read morewere here last night for dinner as a party of 5 and dinner was fabulous. As we no longer live in the Chicago area and we're staying downtown, we felt we should pop back over here for lunch today so glad we did. Our server, was quite pleasant and attentive. The support staff were efficient. My wife and I shared the following: - Lobster Mac and Cheese - Seafood Salad - Parkerhouse rolls and butter - Hot tea - Iced tea See you this summer Shaw's Crab House!

    (Kari's Rating 7/10)…read more TLDR: -Louder atmosphere -Good for corporate events -Price is average Came in around 7:30pm on a Friday and it was busy! We waited like 5 minutes for a table but were seated at a small two person booth/table. Our server was pretty busy but attentive and knew a lot about the menu. We ordered the wedge salad and the yellowtail sushi roll. It was spicy and had a nice touch of yuzu on top and the fish was relatively fresh. The wedge salad had plenty of dressing on it and it was pretty good. For the main we got the Chilean sea bass which was very sweet and savory. The scallops had a perfect sear and they were pretty very rich and buttery. The broccolini was steamed and fresh. He finished off dinner with the crème brûlée and the Keylime pie, both of us we had to take home because we were so full. I think overall this experience is pleasant, not something very memorable, but I'm happy I've came here!

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    Inside main dining room

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    Luke's Lobster Chicago City Hall

    Luke's Lobster Chicago City Hall

    4.4(748 reviews)
    1.1 miThe Loop
    $$

    The warm lobster roll was amazing. Definitely recommend this place for a good lobster roll.read more

    Love me some Luke's Lobster!! This place quite definitely hits the spot!…read more Before visiting the observation deck of the Willis Tower, we decided to pop into Luke's Lobster on a rainy day for some yummy lobster rolls and soothing clam chowder soup. Everything in here was prepared just right - the lobster roll had buttery, fluffy, soft rolls with delightful chunks of lobster inside. Them rolls were filled and overflowing!! The Lobster Rolls come with chips and a drink - the chips were great for dipping into the Clam Chowder Soup that you can order if you wish to make it a combo. And the soup itself was sooo soothing and yummy - I loved how creamy and rich it tasted without being too heavy. Everything is freshly prepared after ordering, but it still wasn't much of a wait at all to have everything come out and service in general was very efficient and friendly. The space is very intimate, cozy, and warm inside, with some Cape Cod/Lobster themed portraits on the walls and string lights providing a lovely glow. Luke's Lobster has their thing and they do their thing flawlessly - getting a Lobster Roll with Clam Chowder Soup here is ALWAYS a good move.

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    Luke's Lobster Chicago City Hall - Lobster Roll Flight (three 2 oz half-rolls: lemon butter, spicy honey butter, and truffle butter w/ chips and a soft drink)

    Lobster Roll Flight (three 2 oz half-rolls: lemon butter, spicy honey butter, and truffle butter w/ chips and a soft drink)

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    The Dearborn

    The Dearborn

    4.4(2.8k reviews)
    1.1 miThe Loop
    $$

    New favorite! Came downtown from the 'burbs for a show - my sweetie called ahead and we got a GREAT…read moretable just inside the door, perfect for people watching. Tasty drinks - the grapefruit pilsner was a perfect choice for a warm spring evening, and our server was funny and sweet. Sticky ribs appetizer was spot on, with just enough heat to keep it interesting. We shared the fish and chips - perfectly cooked, crunch and sweet, great fries! House made slaw and tartar sauce was out of this world! Gotta make one comment on something we didn't have. The next table over, two middle aged women order cheeseburgers. When they came out I almost regretted ordering the fish. They were huge, juicy, and looked incredible. This two ladies, drinking their Chardonnays polished them off, that's how good they were. Next time... Dessert? Why not? Sticky toffee cake please. Perfect with a cup of black coffee. Out the door and on our way - we'll be back! Thanks!

    We dined at the Dearborn on a Saturday afternoon with my family. Our reservation was strategic we…read morearrived hours before we assumed it would become very crowded. The seating was tight. Overall I was having a good experience. The food was OK. The menu was limited. Oh btw, the special that day was a $70 wag goo burger. That interaction between me and the server reminded me of a car salesman trying to sale me undercoating for the car i just purchased. REALLY I can't make it up. The experience dropped to a single star as our dining experience was nearing an end. The manager of the front of the house. Made a conscious effort to make it clear that the table we were dining was needed by waiting customers. I've never ever experienced this before in any restaurant in the Loop. I can't and will not recommend dining here. This is why I'm giving 1 star. I my opinion The Dearborn maybe they need to be in a different location. Maybe located far west of the Loop. I would suggest instead of Dearborn maybe Halsted St. and probably change their name to The Halsted. Im not going back. OH btw good luck in your new location.

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    New Spring Menu

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    The Gage - Apple Pie Basque Cheesecake ($14) - creamy cheesecake, spiced apples, butter streusel. Too sweet in my opinion.

    The Gage

    4.2(3.7k reviews)
    0.9 miThe Loop
    $$

    I got the strawberry Negroni drink and loved it! Very smooth and flavorful. They have good non…read morealcoholic options as well. I enjoyed all the food we received, it was tasty, warm, fast, and you get a good portion. The lobster roll was good, the lamb was good and the zucchini was as well! We got Brussel sprouts for the app and those were my favorite. The dessert was also very delicious and I would get again! They validate parking if you park in the north parking garage for $13. Make sure to bring your ticket with you! More details are on their website. The service was great and the place was clean. I loved the aesthetic!

    We've been to The Gage many times over the years since it's one of our top sit-down spots near…read moreSymphony Center before or after concert. Our favorite dish is definitely the PEI mussels. The broth is the kind you want to keep dipping bread into and practically lick off your fingers afterward -- flavorful, savory, and a little briny without being the heavy creamy type of sauce that some places do. Very comforting but not overly rich. Honestly, I don't even remember all the other dishes we've ordered over the years, but our experiences have consistently been good. Service is polished, the space feels classic Chicago, and it's a great place to relax before or after a performance downtown.

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    Ambiance in dining room. Outside seating available

    The Gage - Guinness Braised Short Rib ($42) - colcannon potatoes, pearl onions, roasted carrots, Guinness gravy

    Guinness Braised Short Rib ($42) - colcannon potatoes, pearl onions, roasted carrots, Guinness gravy

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    Bar Mar

    Bar Mar

    4.3(629 reviews)
    1.2 miThe Loop
    $$$

    Bar Mar is a solid spot in Downtown Chicago. The interior decor and atmosphere was great for a nice…read moredinner. Most of the food was tremendous. My favorites were the crab cake, Cobb salad, and short rib. The crab cake was very soft and had a nice texture to it. It was one of the best crab cakes I've eaten. The Cobb salad was also very light and shareable. The short rib main course was very tender, and it came with crispy potatoes as well. Some of the other items such as the Philly cheesesteak and Asian tacos were just ok. They were also both very small in quantity relative to their price. The desserts were magnificent as well, especially the deconstructed key lime pie and sticky toffee pudding. Both of them were phenomenal. The service throughout my meal was excellent. My waitress gave us some nice recommendations, and the staff came by often. I would definitely recommend to visit Bar Mar, and I look forward to coming back myself when I am in Chicago.

    Our second time eating at a Jose Andres restaurant in Chicago and again it was disappointing. Last…read moretime we ate at Jaleo and found it underwhelming but put it down to the fact that we had just returned from an amazing culinary trip to San Sebastian. We really admire Jose's philanthropic work and want to love his restaurants but truth be told, if you forget about the glitzy decor, the food is just average. We tried several appetizers; the Hamachi Cone, Caviar Cone, Asian Taco, Neptune's Pillows, Shrimp Cocktail and Iberico Jamon. We also shared a bottle of Cava. Everything was fine but to be frank the Shrimp Cocktail was the best thing we ate, simple and perfectly fresh. The service was pushy, when a server wants to take you order less than 3 minutes after sitting down, it feels like you're on a conveyor belt. We felt the prices were way out of line, with tip I spent almost $500 for a bottle of cava and appetizers for two people, for that, the food should have been more memorable. We spent the same amount for two off us to have the 12 course tasting menu at Atsumeru a couple of weeks ago and Bar Mar's food isn't in the same league. We will continue to financially support Jose's World Kitchen but not his restaurants.

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    Ocean Prime - Twin Lobster Tails

    Ocean Prime

    4.4(460 reviews)
    1.4 miThe Loop
    $$$$

    We visited Ocean Prime for a birthday celebration, and it was exceptional from start to finish. The…read morecozy, inviting ambiance set the perfect tone for the evening. A huge thank you to our server, Jimmy. His service was impeccable; he was patient and took the time to explain the menu in detail, which we truly appreciated. The food was amazing across the board. We shared a variety of dishes, including the lobster bisque, ahi tuna tartare, and the deviled eggs topped with caviar. For mains, the snapper, shrimp scampi, teriyaki salmon, and chicken were all cooked to perfection. Make sure to try the smoked gouda tater tots and mashed potatoes as sides--they were delicious. We ended the night by sharing the warm butter cake with ice cream, which was the perfect birthday treat. Even as non-drinkers, we had a fantastic time. This is an excellent restaurant and we highly recommend it for any special occasion!

    Forget the basic spots--Ocean Prime delivers a maximum Chicago vibe will leave you impressed! We…read morekicked things off with the incredibly smooth Hot and Dirty Martini, with the kick from Calabrian chili and blue cheese stuffed olives. If you're looking for a pick-me-up, their Espresso Martini is a total move. There were so many bites to choose from, and the bar was filling quickly. We began with the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, they were very filling, paired with a sharp horseradish mustard aioli. The Baked Oysters were not my favorite with too much crust making them dry. Then, we saved the best for last: the Surf N Turf. The braised short rib and scallops with that gremolata is easily one of my favorite braised short ribs. Whether you're grabbing a drink after work or just out for a night in the city, this spread is a certified Chicago classic. HOT & DIRTY MARTINI $17 Olive Oil Infused Belvedere Vodka, Calabrian Chili Blue Cheese Stuffed Castelvetrano Olives ESPRESSO MARTINI $14 Ketel One Vodka, Vanille de Madagascar, Espresso, Kahlua, Served Black or with Cream JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE $15 Sweet and Sour Slaw, Horseradish Mustard Aioli "SURF N TURF"* $20 Scallops, Braised Short Rib, Gremolata BAKED OYSTERS $9 Cajun Butter, Toasted Parmesan Crust They accidentally charged my credit card twice

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    Ocean Prime - Dining room

    Dining room

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    RPM Seafood - simply grilled branzino, fire-kissed tomatoes, amalfi salt

    RPM Seafood

    4.0(686 reviews)
    1.4 miNear North Side
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    RPM took great care of us this day! We celebrated a birthday and they were so accommodating…read more I loved the Steak Frites! It was very smoky and well seasoned. I loved the fries and house made sauce. I also had a lemon drop that was quite tasty as well!

    First off I rarely ever leave reviews but I feel that people should be aware. I went to RPM last…read moreweekend as we were visiting Chicago to celebrate my husband's birthday. They offer personalized menus therefore I requested one with the reservation. When I arrived I noted two menus behind the hostess stand but they were labeled and neither with my husband's name. I asked the hostess if there was a menu for my husband. She looked up the reservation, said "no and it's probably too late to make one". (Although we were half an hour early having drinks at the bar.) Then she stated that they had a generic birthday menu that they could give him with no attempts to try and provide what was requested ahead of time. We were sat at an extremely small table and he was provided a regular menu which was given to him per the directive of said hostess. The manager came to the table to greet us as I'm assuming the sever was behind. I spoke to him about the menu and he asked if I made the request along with the reservation and I told him that I did. He said that he needed to verify. After doing so he came back and agreed that I had and said happy birthday to my husband and offered us a half a glass of "bubbly" which we reluctantly accepted. Then everyone went on as if nothing happened. We didn't receive an apology. There was no offer to satisfy us in any other way. (A decent table upgrade would have been nice,) Then I see the same glass of champagne wing offered to another couple celebrating a birthday while sitting in a large booth. There was a large table next to us with a couple celebrating an anniversary. Then a younger couple came in and was told to choose a table wherever they would like. The food was great. The wait staff was excellent but I did not appreciate the way we were treated. I don't want to say it was racism but I was made to feel... different. Side note. I visited Maple and Ash (a sister restaurant) in Arizona for my birthday a couple of years ago. They printed the menu for me but spelled my name wrong. When it was mentioned it was immediately corrected. That's why I'm so confused as to what the big deal was.

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    RPM Seafood - Interior

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    RPM Seafood - Strawberry sorbet, lemon zest

    Strawberry sorbet, lemon zest

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    Lowcountry South Loop - cajun - Updated May 2026

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