This is my favorite place to get seafood! I love how well they season the food and of course the…read morefact that they accept food stamps. I'm about to go pick up my book right now as we speak lol

UPDATE ON MY REVIEW: I'm not sure if this place is under new management or what, but it has been…read moretwice I purchased a seafood pan and my corn was hard, sausages lazily cut up, a crazy amount of juice at the bottom and bland. It felt like my food was rushed. Fisherman's Island used to be my #1 and I mean My GO TO...When I go I spend bank, because what I want is not cheap. I am so disappointed.

My husband and I returned back to Shaw's Crab House a year later, and it was still just as fabulous…read moreas it was before. We were lucky enough to get the same amazing waiter. He'd been there 32 years. Hope to get him next time we're back. Honestly, it's the freshest seafood around. They know how to shuck oysters and prepare them perfectly anytime of the year. The oysters were absolutely amazing. And then the crab legs....oh my goodness..delish. Everything was just so delicious. And I have to give a shout out to their sweet, creamy butter. Lastly, we love sitting in the thick of it where you get to see them preparing the oysters and all the seafood. Love this place. Thank you Shaws!

Incredibly delicious. Everything was as fresh as can be. Definitely come if you like crab!!…read more We were a little mislead by some of the pictures online / on the website of the Norwegian crab (not by any fault of their own, just a poor assumption from our side). When we received it we were a little disappointed by the size. But the pieces were still so juicy and delicious! Just want to give a heads up also that their menu is on rotation, what you see online may not be what you get! Love me some sushi, so I was excited to try the California roll, although it was hard to justify it being $18!!! The crab was very minimal, as you can tell by the pictures... it was missing the classic California roll taste given barely any meat. The Mac and cheese side was good. Nothing too special. plus. But standard is the best word I can think of. Shareable portion, which is a plus. Service was excellent. The server was friendly and personable. Ambiance is great, it's an elevated crab house aesthetic. There is a dress code to enter. Overall, I can't say we had the experience of the price we paid. They gave us free the dessert sampler for our anniversary, yay!!!

Cindy's Rooftop offers stunning views of Millennium Park and the Chicago skyline paired with an…read moreelegant yet approachable menu. The mocktails are inventive and refreshing, the food is light and flavorful, and the vibe is perfect for a sunset date or gathering with friends. It's a rooftop experience that hits all the right notes beautiful, buzzing, and utterly memorable. Loved it

Cindy's Rooftop has a great ambiance and beautiful atmosphere, although it was quite loud during…read moreour visit. The setting is lovely, but my food was a bit disappointing. I ordered the blueberry French toast, which was undercooked. I also ordered eggs over medium, but the first batch was runny, so I had to send them back. The second batch was completely overcooked, meaning they had to be recooked twice without getting the preparation right. The chicken sausage was good, though! Another guest in our party ordered the more classic breakfast, and their meal came out fine. Overall, the atmosphere was a highlight, but my food could have been prepared better. With such a beautiful setting, I was hoping for a more enjoyable brunch experience.

Really enjoyed this place; only thing was that this is competing with the likes of Angry Crab and…read moreLocountry, and there are some things that Two Fish doesn't do that those spots do. Service was great; I appreciate the server coming to your table, getting your order, and checking on you, which other spots have stopped doing. Big ups to David. Total hood spot vibes, which was fine. Huge seating area, comfortable, although there are two restrooms to wash your hands in, and in one of them the sink's handle was broken off. Food wise, got the shrimp combo bag and the crab/shrimp bag. The shrimp were huge, and a very generous portion of crab legs. Flavor was on point, and I ended up taking my leftovers home, cooking up a batch of rice, and having that soak up the 3 the Chi Way flavor. We'll be back.

I dined in and my food was cold!! My family and I had shrimp…read morebag's With corn and potatoes and all of our food was so cold we had to take it home to heat it up. I was so disappointed!!this place use to be really good and fresh now it's hit or miss!!

Amazing time here on Monday night w my work colleagues. Server was super friendly, great…read morelively/upscale ambieance and the food was incredible. We ordered the shrimp app (best one) crab cakes, calamari for apps and then we all got steaks. I got the 12 ounce filet and it was cooked to perfection. Would 10000 % come back, great place for dinner or just a cocktail in a nice atmosphere.

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab was a highlight of my time in Chicago. I started with East…read moreand West Coast oysters, then had the filet mignon and lobster tail. Both were fantastic: the filet had a beautiful sear and rich flavor, while the tender, sweet lobster was perfectly cooked, especially with butter. The service was top-notch. Everyone was welcoming and attentive without being overbearing, and our knowledgeable server offered great recommendations. The staff made the meal feel special. Joe's also delivers a classic Chicago steakhouse atmosphere: dark, polished, and lively, with families, business diners, and couples. It's a confident, established spot for more than just steak; a proper night out with polished service and timeless ambiance. Great food and exceptional hospitality made this an experience I'll remember. I'd gladly return on my next visit to Chicago.

Amazing food and great service by valenciaga! Beautiful…read moreatmosphere and view! The calamari was delicious.

On Sunday afternoon, after enjoying Bears/Packers festivities at Prescott's and supporting several…read morelocal establishments, our group stopped at Legal Sea Foods for happy hour and dinner. We sat at the second-floor bar and were deciding between the happy hour and regular menus. We had questions, were talking among ourselves, and there was some back-and-forth as we decided what to order. As there often is in groups. In hindsight, the bartender may have become frustrated or overwhelmed by the pace and changes in our ordering. However, we were not intentionally being rude or difficult. One person in our party accidentally knocked over a glass of water and immediately apologized. The bartender suggested we take a few moments to look over the menu and walked away. For at least five minutes, no one cleaned up the water on the counter or floor. We were then told that the bartender did not want to serve our party and would be more comfortable if we moved to the first floor. We were stunned. If the bartender felt overwhelmed or felt we were being too loud, we would have preferred that he simply communicate that to us rather than having us feel unwelcome. We reluctantly decided to stay and moved to the first-floor bar, where the atmosphere was much more pleasant and lively. This is where the experience changed completely. The GM came over, profusely apologized, promised to make the evening better, and followed through. He checked on us throughout dinner, acknowledged the inconvenience, and ultimately comped our meal. The contrast was remarkable. The bartender's handling of the situation was disappointing, but the GM demonstrated exactly how management should respond to a service failure: listen, apologize, take responsibility, resolve the issue, and follow up. We left having enjoyed the evening after all. I commend the GM for turning a potentially very negative experience into a positive one. I hope management uses this as a coaching opportunity regarding communication, patience, and professionalism when service becomes challenging.

Staff took such good care of us and actually got us moved to a much better window booth where we…read moreenjoyed some fantastic fish and chips

The Dearborn was the perfect first meal on my first day in Chicago. I love that they're open for…read morelunch, since a lot of spots in the Loop only get going at dinner. We grabbed seats at the bar, and the cocktail list is a highlight, with a nice mix of classic and seasonal drinks. The 4 cheese tavern pizza was fantastic: super thin crust, cut into squares, and perfectly crisp. The ham and cheese croquettes were also very tasty and a great starter to share. My friend ordered the fish and chips, one of their signature dishes, which famously beat Bobby Flay on his show (a rare feat!). Based on how quickly it disappeared, it lives up to the hype. The only downside is that the bar seats are pretty uncomfortable, so you may want a table if you plan to linger. Still, the food and drinks more than make up for it. Highly recommend!

If you are looking for great food, this place is excellent; furthermore, the staff are outstanding…read moreand very welcoming, and the environment is clean and well-maintained.

We came to JM Seafood for my mom's birthday lunch! We came on a Sunday afternoon in the…read morerecommendation of my sister. She called a few days ahead and reserved a private dining room in the back. I highly recommend this! We had 2 toddlers and five adults (with a cake that we brought for dessert) so this private dining space was perfect. My sister talked up the double lobster fried rice and the egg yolk pumpkin. Both are definitely worth ordering, especially with a large group. Here is what we ordered, family style: * double lobster fried rice * cumin chicken skewers * fish fillet ("crunchy" asian carp) * garlic vegetables * beef & peppers over pan-fried wide rice noodles * egg yolk fried pumpkin * black bean + vermicelli oysters; garlic & vermicelli oysters (market price, worth it!) They brought out complimentary sliced watermelon after our meal and then helped us set up our cake that we brought for dessert (and had stored in the fridge for us during the meal). They helped us light the candles and were so, so kind wishing our mom happy birthday, helping us take photos, and making our meal feel very special. My favorite dish was the oysters (market price) at $9 each and we ordered five but it was WORTH IT. We are at a seafood restaurant after all and they were so fresh and so delicious. I crave this flavor (soy, garlic, black bean) and the vermicelli soaks up all of the juice/flavor and the fresh herbs on top are *chefs kiss* I was less impressed by the double lobster, but it is fun to order with a group. The crunchy asian carp was a weird texture to me (and I know they are bred and fed soybeans for the texture on purpose) but it just wasn't for me. I prefer my fish to be soft and flaky. Overall, we had a fabulous meal: five shining stars! The food comes out fresh from the kitchen and they even have big lobster tanks in the back so you know you're getting a live lobster with your lobster order. The staff are quick and kind. Limited street parking available in Bridgeport, be warned, you might need to walk a little if you drive.

All 3 phased were exceptional!! Good was prepared well & delicious; service was impeccable and…read moreloved the ambiance!!

A group of family and friends visited Pappadeaux (with an advance reservation) this past Saturday,…read moreSeptember 5, my mother's 93rd Birthday. With disappointment, I write a review that is for the first time less than stellar. Our family and friends have been guests of Pappadeaux for many years. And for the past several years, it has become her restaurant of choice to celebrate her birthday each year. She loves Pappadeaux. It is only because of her love for Pappadeaux that we continue to arrange dinner for our group that averages between 20-25, simply because Pappadeaux is not group friendly; does not extend itself to make efforts to accommodate. Let me qualify the review by saying I am very aware of Pappadeaux's policy to reserve space for a maximum of 10 in one party, though they do accept reservations for more without guaranteeing the private dining room but would endeavor to accommodate. What we are told each year and clearly understand is the use of the private room requires its own staff and logistical advance planning, which is why I make the reservation well in advance. Though they can't guarantee the room, they make a note of our request and advise us to check with the manager on duty, who would make the decision. On September 5th, we were told by the manager (Julio) that the private room was not available because they didn't have any staff that could cover that area. He said he would have to pull staff from other areas to accommodate us. And in order to assure us a good dining experience, he would seat us together with the public to guarantee us a better dining experience. Being a business owner, I clearly understood and graciously accepted the area he suggested which indeed could accommodate us all. UNTIL, I walked by the private dining room by coincidence soon thereafter and noticed a group of 10 that was not only seated in the private room but was being SERVED by a SERVER, who Julio (the manager on duty) told me minutes before was not available. On my way walking by the room sometime later (it was nearby), I noticed a different group of 10 was seated and being served in the private room that was not available to us. I do realize our group was larger (21) but however they assigned to serve the two groups of 10 (total 20) could have accommodated us. We waited hours for food anyway. Thus, my complaint is not that the room was not available; it appears that we were lied to, as the room in fact was available and STAFFED. Julio's reasoning for accommodating us in the public dining area was to ensure we'd have a wonderful dining experience. Well, that didn't work out so well either. We received less than quality service. The food was exceptional as always. We were assigned four tables and three servers. Patrick and Chey were phenomenal servers. However, 3 guests at the table to whom the third server was assigned, had not received their meal after two hours, while others at their table had eaten. I know the timing because I know what time we were seated and looked at my watch after noticing the guests still without food at 6:08pm. When I asked one of the guests what they ordered, it was simply gumbo and a salad. No one was preparing their food; there was little to prepare! They were forgotten! I asked another server for assistance, who went to the kitchen, got approval to serve us and immediately assisted until the entire group was finally served. But they unfortunately opted to take their food home by that time. The assigned server did not return until near check time. I could have lived with all of it, except BEING LIED TO. The private room was always available, was STAFFable and STAFFED. Whoever the space was given to came in after us. Though my mother loves Pappadeaux, coupled with the fact that we spent nearly $2k Saturday and each year before at this event, not including what we spend in visits during the year, we would need to be TREATED AS WELL AS THE OTHER GUESTS to return. We must not be made to feel UNWELCOME, UNDERAPPRECIATED and UNDERVALUED at any time. Otherwise, it would become necessary for us to explore other restaurant options that are more customer friendly to groups and would appreciate our business. Again, I don't mind the policy, but why not staff the room in advance when a reservation is made 1-2 weeks in advance, rather than having to check and see who is available or willing to stay in the moment, especially when you know we are coming! I believe that is a policy that needs to be revisited. I would hope that Pappadeaux's values our business enough to respond and contact us. Looking forward to hearing from you. Pastor Olivia Johnson

Looking at the name and the way the outside restaurant looks, no one would ever think this was such…read morea great vietnamese restaurant. I came here with one goal of mind on my trip, which was to get some good bun bo hue, and I got just that. Its one of the better bun bo hue's that I've had (which may not be saying much since all I know are new york locations and a couple places here and there in California, Vegas, etc) but it seems to be one of the more authentic ones with good quality pigs blood. This restaurant is huge but be prepared, you will still need to wait on their busier days.

Pho is pretty good! I enjoyed the broth and meat. Portions were good. Noodles were overcooked…read morethough. Inside has plenty of seating and service was fast. Came in on a Friday lunch and it wasn't too busy.