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Lively Oyster Bar at Shaw's Crab House - Chicago - Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago

4.8
4.8
14460 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 141 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Since 1984, Shaw’s Crab House has earned its status as a Chicago icon with its unwavering commitment to quality and warm, dedicated staff. This generational restaurant embodies timeless seafood traditions inspired by America's coastal crab houses, creating a classic dining experience that stands the test of time. Signature dishes include King Crab Legs, oysters from both coasts, hand-rolled sushi, fresh fish, and more. After 40 years of excellence, Shaw's was ranked #8 in Chicago Magazine's Best Chicago Restaurants of 2024.

The restaurant's 1940s-style design features two distinct dining rooms: the lively, casual Oyster Bar and the elegant, white-tablecloth Main Dining Room. Guests who reserve "Hightop" seating will dine in the Oyster Bar, while "Standard" seating is for the Main Dining Room.

Located in the heart of River North, Shaw’s is just a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a memorable seafood experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 527-2722
  • Website
    http://www.shawscrabhouse.com/chicago
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Arnulfo Tellez
  • Catering
    Private dining space with rooms with space for up to 12, up to 30, up to 80 and up to 150/400 for a full Oyster Bar or Main Dining Room buyout! Call 312-527-2722 and ask for Erin Juache.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available in rooms with space for up to 12, up to 30, up to 80. We also offer a complete buyout of our Oyster Bar (up to 150ppl) or Main Dining Room (up to 300ppl).
  • Private party contact
    Erin Juache: (312) 527-2722
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    21 East Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60611
  • Neighbourhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    State St.
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available for $19 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Grand - Red Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Shaw's 40th Champagne & Oyster Event

    US$99.95 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 8, 2025 only
    5:00 p.m.
    Join us in celebrating Shaw’s 40th anniversary with a Champagne and Oyster Event on Tuesday, April 8 from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. This cocktail-style reception features four exceptional champagnes—Ayala Brut Majeur, Ayala Brut Rosé Majeur, Bollinger Special Cuvée, and Bollinger La Grande Année (2015)—perfectly paired with Oysters on the half shell including Hama Hama and Island Creek oysters. Designed for mingling and learning, this event will be held in Shaw's Main Dining Room bar under the iconic green "Shaw's" neon. We recommend booking a reservation at Shaw’s to continue the celebration with dinner, as this event is the perfect way to start your evening. The event is $99.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
    Shaw's 40th Champagne & Oyster Event photo

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Menu

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What 14,460 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Seafood

  • Chicago

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar in Chicago is a "classic Chicago experience," praised for its "outstanding fresh seafood," including "amazing oysters" and "the best halibut." The retro atmosphere is inviting, and the service is "impeccable." Though occasionally pricey, diners find the quality and ambiance well worth the cost.

14,460 Reviews

  1. Dave VIP

    Fort Lauderdale13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience, Marco, our waiter, and support staff were on top of everything!

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  2. Connie VIP

    Tampa76 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The lobster bisque had too many vegetables and not enough lobster. The crusted haddock was delicious.

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  3. Sondra

    New York City41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite restaurant in Chicago. Food was great and our server went above and beyond. Knowledgeable and clearly loves her job. She made our experience memorable and helped make sure all our food selections were exactly what we expected.

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  4. David VIP

    Los Angeles45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shana and Andy worked as a great team to provide top notch service that exceeded our expectations. It was our first time to Shaw’s and the two of them ensured we will be back. A special thanks to the host staff for moving our reservation from the Oyster bar to the main bar with ease and smiles.

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Classic Fish House gourmet experience. Not many restaurants left that can work this sort of magic.

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  6. Arlene

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My nephew and I go to Shaw's once a year for my birthday and splurge on lobster tails. The food is delicious and the service is great. A little on the noisy side, but that't just because it's crowded with happy diners.

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  7. Lisa

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The reviews were correct. The service is impeccable. The ambience was fine for such a massive restaurant perfect old school Chicago. The food was amazing fresh not overproduced. I highly recommend for personal or for business reasons.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is still a classic. Pricey, but quality seafood! It was not too loud for us to have great conversation. The service was great!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed Shaw’s. Our waiter was amazing as was all the wait staff. The oysters were amazing as well as the crab cake. My son ordered the filet and French fries off the kids menu. It was perfect! My daughter has the seafood fettuccine- not your classic American fettuccine sauce but delicious. My husband had the combination meal. The steak was good, the scallops amazing and the shrimp were ok. I had the crab stuffed flounder. This is one of my fave dishes and I was disappointed. It lacked seasoning and the fish needed a sear with butter. Brussels are our favorite side. These were a bit vinegary. The au gratin potatoes were also good - just needed a touch of salt. Overall a great experience!

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  10. Robert

    Milwaukee4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Always enjoy coming here.

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FAQs

Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 527-2722.

Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 14460 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 141 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago

21 East Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State St.
  • Neighbourhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available for $19 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Grand - Red Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Arnulfo Tellez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.shawscrabhouse.com/chicago
  • Phone number
    (312) 527-2722
  • Catering
    Private dining space with rooms with space for up to 12, up to 30, up to 80 and up to 150/400 for a full Oyster Bar or Main Dining Room buyout! Call 312-527-2722 and ask for Erin Juache.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available in rooms with space for up to 12, up to 30, up to 80. We also offer a complete buyout of our Oyster Bar (up to 150ppl) or Main Dining Room (up to 300ppl).
  • Private party contact
    Erin Juache: (312) 527-2722

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