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Shaw's Crab House- While the restaurant offer pretty good seafood, it is the separate, Blue Crab Lounge, that is the real attraction. It a lively spot with frequent live music that is where you can find one of Chicago's best oyster bars. The best clam chowder and crab cakes we have found and they have a wide variety of seafood and fish. They do also offer several non-seafood options.
312-527-2722, 21 E. Hubbard, L,D, $$$  Website

Hugo's Frog Bar- Next to Gibson's and owned by the same people it is a seafood version of a Chicago steak house. Hugo's offers upscale fish and seafood along with a variety of huge steaks. The crab cakes and shrimp cocktail are among Chicago's best. Eating in the bar is a good option. 312-640-0999, 1024 N. Rush, D, $$$ Website

C-House- In the Affinia Hotel it is the creation of well known chef Marcus Samuelsson. C-House offers a large oyster selection and some innovative seafood dishes. The portions are rather small but have great flavors. The fish tacos are a favorite among local food critics. It is a sleek, modern space but has unfortunately been understaffed on a couple of visits.
312-523-0923, 166 E. Superior, L,D, $$$  Website

Roy's- World famous Chef Roy Yamaguchi's Chicago outlet offers a Hawaiian fusion take on seafood. Everything is always well prepared and the service is very good but it is his spicy sauces that are the real reason to eat at Roy's. The Big Island Ahi Poké appetizer is a personal favorite. The bartenders can mix up a variety of fun Hawaiian cocktails. 312-787-7599, 720 N. State, D, $$$ Website

Riva- Yes it is on Navy Pier,the busiest attraction in Illinois, and yes all the other places on Navy Pier serve substandard food, but Riva serves good quality seafood in a upscale setting with great views. Make sure and take advantage of their valet parking. 312-644-7482, L,D, $$$  Website

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab- A loud, crowded and bustling restaurant that has very good seafood. A fun place with a group but it is a little to hectic to be romantic. One of the best places to go to see celebraties.The stone crab claws are excellent. 312-379-5637, 60 E. Grand, L,D, $$$  Website

Devon- A variety of seafood and fish. It is a very nice, modern space with Chicago's best bathrooms. Devon's lounge is a good place for a quick nibble and a drink.
312-440-8660, 39 E. Chicago, L,D, $$$ Website

GT Fish & Oyster- A hot new seafood restaurant. One of the best places in Chicago to find oysters. An upscale but unpretentious space. 312-929-3501, 531 N. Wells, no lunch on weekends. $$$ Website