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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 (14615)
$50 and over
Seafood
21 East Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60611

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19:00
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About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 527-2722
  • Website
    http://www.shawscrabhouse.com/chicago
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago's menu was last updated on 30/06/2023.

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What 14,615 people are saying

Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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 offers a "fantastic dining experience" with fresh seafood, "amazing service," and a "fun atmosphere." Regulars praise the oysters and signature seafood dishes. The restaurant's attentive staff and welcoming ambiance make it a "must-visit" destination for seafood lovers.
14,622 Reviews

  1. Naoki

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Alexのserveがperfectでした。お肉のtemperature,texture 素晴らしかったです。

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  2. Maeve VIP

    Chicago / Illinois30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff and management are so great and appreciate them. The food is always great, but service is unique.

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  3. Greg VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Franky and his team were amazing. Love the food and ambience.

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  4. Marge VIP

    New York City128 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service.it’s a must visit whenever I’m visiting Chicago.

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  5. george VIP

    Chicago / Illinois34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never a disappointment with Shaw’s. Ate in the Oyster Bar for a change and had a great lunch with excellent service. They offer a three course lunch special with many choices for each course - a great deal for such special food. This is my favorite seafood restaurant in Chicago.

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  6. Jason

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and service as we celebrated our 5 year old’s birthday. Marco went above and beyond to provide superb service, and make our son feel special on his birthday.

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  7. Kelli

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tilney was an amazing waitress. It was our first time at Shaw’s. We left fully satisfied and with a new friend in Chicago, Tilney was the best!

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  8. Darnail

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shaws never disappoints. Seafood is always fresh and tasty. Love eating a variety of their oysters.

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  9. Marsha

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and made sure to check with the kitchen when we informed him we had an allergy.

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  10. Faith VIP

    Columbus5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best place in Chicago for authentic steak and seafood. They also have the best Manhattans in the city. Simply amazing every time we go!

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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 14615 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. River North (Chicago)

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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.
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
  • 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
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, 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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