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Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Big and Bustling, Shaw's Crab House stands as a monument to fish and seafood. Besides the usual popular dishes, Shaw's management team is passionate about presenting treats such as Pacific salmon, fresh king crab, and smelt during their short seasons. Reservations made through Open Table will be for Shaw's Main Dining Room. If you would like to dine in the Oyster Bar, all seating is on a first come first serve basis.
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846 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 846 reviews
5 stars
(421)
4 stars
(316)
3 stars
(76)
2 stars
(30)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Shaw's Crab House - Chicago Reviews List
Review 1 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good brunch
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The brunch was very good. Lots of options. I highly recommend the cold bar. Our reservation was at 9:45 on 6/16. Our server made a rude comment after I looked at the bill and passed the bill to my sister to the affect of "oh,I've never seen anyone refuse the bill before." I was splitting the bill with my sister and thought the comment was rude."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 2 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It's slipping
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was weak with appetizers not arriving for over 30 minutes. Food was good quality but overpriced. Resting on its laurels."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2005
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Review 3 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Dining Experience Ever!
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have been all over the world for work, and eaten some great meals, but Shaws tops them all. I took my wife to Shaws, while we were celebrating our anniversary with a weekend getaway in Chicago. Our waiter was the most cordial down to earth guy ever. His food and wine suggestions were dead on. I got the Blue crab stuffed Lobster, on his suggestion, and it is the best dish I have ever eaten. My wife got the crab cakes, and was extremely pleased. For and appetizer we had the crab spring rolls, and both my wife and I agreed we could of stopped the meal right there and been blown away. The appetizer was that good! Desert was a gift of key lime pie from the waiter, it was a delicious end and nice sentiment to the meal. Can't go wrong with Shaw"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I have been there several times; it being a go-to place for celebrating anything. Excited because we hadn't been there I a while, it was quite disappointing. My husband ordered the lobster boil. To me, it tasted like what sewage smelled like. My lobster pasta was extremely mediocre. I hadn't eaten very much and didn't think it right to just leave the balance. I did take the remainder with me and gave it to the first homeless person I came upon. We will be
choosing another go-to place"
choosing another go-to place"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2004
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Review 5 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Rushed out
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and ambience is good but they obviously run a slick production line. As soon as one of us had finished a plate it was rushed away by a lurking waiter who stared at us until all plates were finished. It was actually very uncomfortable and quite rude. I looked back to our table as we were leaving and 3 guys had already begun clearing a setting for the next sitting. We won't be going back for that reason. When paying premium prices for average seafood I expect to be able to eat the meal in peace without the wait staff trying to push me out the door."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great seafood and great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful meal here. Of special note are the cocktails which were imaginative and festive. Also, I appreciated the fact that the "simply grlilled" haddock was precisely that - grilled - no butter or sauces which is what I requested. The roasted beets appetizer was also very good and unique. This is a pricey restaurant, but at least it delivers on what is promised!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
crabby? not here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"You won't be crabby after dining here! Simply the BEST seafood anywhere. Plan a trip to Chicago to include a Sunday so you can enjoy an amazing all you can eat brunch."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding seafood with character"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyable Evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We throughly enjoyed our evening at Shaw's. We have dined there a lot over the years whenever we are in Chicago. Our food was all delicious with the exception of my Whitefish entre. The fish was a bit mushy and the green beans undercooked (too raw). The service was warm and friendly. Loved the Oysters Rockefellow."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Crab Legs in Town!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If you are looking to satisfy your craving for crab, Shaw's is the place!"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Sushi and Appies!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife andI had the cold appetizer plate and king crab California roll sushi - they were both excellent! The sushi was absolutely delicious. Wine list had a great selection. I would avoid the blue crab stuffed lobster was the lobster was really overlooked, unfortunate considering the great start the meal got off to."
Dined on 6/12/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed all aspects. Wonderful seafood, great service and a place I will definitely return."
Dined on 6/11/2013
2012
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Review 13 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great spot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A wonderful old-Chicago landmark seafood restaurant. Excellent food, beautiful old room."
Dined on 6/11/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you like seafood Shaws is it.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love shaws. There seafood is so very fresh . The service is very good. I especially love the pomegranate martini,I have gone all
Gone all over the city and none can copy the taste."
Gone all over the city and none can copy the taste."
Dined on 6/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 15 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The absolute Best Seafood in Chicag
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been dining at Shaw's for quite a few years.... I'll try someplace new and always come back to Shaw's.... there is no equal is fresh and expertly prepared seafood in Chicago. The servers are awesome, professional, attentive and while not being intrusive. There may be trendier places, but they are not equal in food quality. We actually left another "new and hot" seafood restaurant one Saturday night after the appetizer and went to Shaw's to order dinner.....the cape bay scallops were superb - it is very hard to get perfectly seared bay scallops....sushi selections are always a hit. The sea scallops are the best. I had the chopped seafood salad this last time.. tons seafood!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 16 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
For Seafood Lovers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good fish and other dishes as well!
Have dined here many times and always great food.
Always crowded,make reservations if possible."
Have dined here many times and always great food.
Always crowded,make reservations if possible."
Dined on 6/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 17 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great fish and seafood. There is a reason this restaurant has been a favorite for years...very consistent. Service and food are always wonderful."
Dined on 6/10/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 18 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Shaw's Delivers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Day in Day out Shaw's is fun, good food and a great value. Complete menu...everything prepared properly. I would recommend Shaw's to anyone."
Dined on 6/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the food is out of this world!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I can tell shaw's has ine of the best seafood menu around chicago. besides the customer service is outstanding! great dinning experience!"
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 20 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The atmosphere was great, the services excellent an friendly, and the food superb"
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 21 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service and food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our food choices were great, waiter was great! If we return to chicago we will go back for sure!"
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great seafood, spotty service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time dining at Shaw's. First time could not have been better. Great food, phenomenal service (one of the better waitresses I've ever had). This time the food was still excellent, but our server would visit other tables next to us 3-4x before bringing us our food/and or checking on drinks. I would recommend this location, but the service needs work given the menu price range.
Menu items can be pricey, but the food is great and the neighborhood reflects that price range."
Menu items can be pricey, but the food is great and the neighborhood reflects that price range."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 23 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been to Shaw's many times and I am always impressed with the food and service. Unmatched by many restaurants. This visit was for a birthday and again it was a wonderfully memorable event. I would highly recommend Shaw's."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 24 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brunch of Kings
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The freshest seafood I could ask for! Went with my parents who have high fish standards (coming from California) and could not have been more pleased. Pleasant service, great dishes, and happy customers all around. Definitely go for the sushi, too!"
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Juan
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Juan was the name of our waiter. He was excellent. Juan divided our crab salad perfectly.
His explanation of the menus was perfect. We had a wonderful evening. Made
Better by Juan's attention to our comfort. Nice job. People line Juan are what makes
Us return to Shaw's again and again."
His explanation of the menus was perfect. We had a wonderful evening. Made
Better by Juan's attention to our comfort. Nice job. People line Juan are what makes
Us return to Shaw's again and again."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 26 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Quality to low for the price
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This eatery is Eh.. okay. The Whitefish with a horseradish crust was prepared well and tasted good. The surf and surf was a let down. Small portions, very little flavor, the plating was similar to the taste, drone and boring. The prices are too high for the quality. There are much better and more romantic seafood places in Chicago that have more flair than Shaw's that are slightly less expensive. "Shaw's?? Its okay!, Not great and not worth the money." I probably wouldnt return and would not recommend it to my friends and family."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 27 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Shaw's Outstanding Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I made reservations, we were sitted right away. Our sever, Chris was so knowledgeable and helpful. I dined with my 13 yr old daughter everyone there is so nice. We celebrated my daughter's birthday and at the end of our dinner Chris bought to our table a slice of cake with a candle. What a great way to end a wonderful evening. The food was awesome. We had the Alaskan crab legs and the sushi. I will definitely be back!!!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 28 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very happy anniversary
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a special occasion and the restaurant did not let us down. The food was great and the service was exceptional."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 29 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I only get to dine here on average once a year. Always solid and the food and service are outstanding."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Seafood Options
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shaw's has a wide variety of seafood options, each done to perfection. Well worth the time."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 31 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service lacking.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They brought the entrees out before we had touched our appetizers. We asked them to take them back and they did. Apparently, they just let the food sit around. They brought it all back, but luke-warm. Not great for a lobster dinner. Very disappointed. There didn't seem to be much interest on the part of the staff to rectify the situation."
Dined on 6/07/2013
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Review 32 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An institution
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shaw's has been around for a long time and, every time we go there, the restaurant is always packed. We have eaten at Shaw's many times. It is our go-to restaurant every time we come to Chicago (5-6 times/yr). We are always impressed by the consistent quality of the food and the professionalism of the service. We especially love the oyster sampler. For oyster lovers, this is a must. The fish list is small but always fresh, with seasonal varieties featured, and always prepared perfectly. That is why we always keep coming back, despite the variety of excellent restaurants in Chicago."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 33 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service and fish
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great waitress and wonderful halibut."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 34 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lobster Roll
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Recently Chicago Magazine had an article on Chicago's "best" lobster rolls. We have already visited two of them, finding both experiences barely adequate. We decided to return to Shaw's Crab House after a hiatus of several years after we did some research and found that they, too, serve this delicacy. Of the three spots visited so far, Shaw's has the best lobster roll by far, and for some reason they were not mentioned in the magazine article - a serious omission for those of us who equate lobster roll with a celestial experience.
By the way, if you ever visit Plattsburgh, NY, you'll find an even better lobster roll at Mainely Lobster, where the regional locals enjoy very plain fare, well-served. The lobster is always fresh."
By the way, if you ever visit Plattsburgh, NY, you'll find an even better lobster roll at Mainely Lobster, where the regional locals enjoy very plain fare, well-served. The lobster is always fresh."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 35 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
What happened
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I just recently moved back to Chicago and couldn't help telling my friends, "we have to go to Shaw's". I don't know what happened but my food and presentation of my food was something I could have made at home. I don't know if there's a new chef but I was very disappointed! Probably won't go back!"
Dined on 6/05/2013
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Review 36 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for my wife's birthday. Been here in the past and it was good. Felt like a touristy location with average food. Premium crab leg prices with average quality - don't mind paying big for solid delivery - this was not it.
Bad entree for other member of our party and they brought another one."
Dined on 6/04/2013
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Review 37 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disapointment
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was too salty. Became worse than one year ago. Disapointment."
Dined on 6/02/2013
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Review 38 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sushis a starter apparently had been prepared hours ago, the "fresh" tuna look dry and old.
Surf and turf was good but one out of three orders was very small, about half the size of the other two orders.
wine list is very good"
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 39 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Go for brunch!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been here for brunch a couple of times and have always enjoyed ourselves. The food is great with lots of typical brunch items to choose from. We loved the bacon and the seafood choices. Everyone left full and happy. Our service was good but we did have to remind our server several times for things. Last time our server was much better so if this place could work on anything it would be a more consistent wait staff. (Our table had an automatic tip of $70 which was fine just wished we had the server from our last experience.) Great for groups, we will be back with ours."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 40 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My Chicago Must-go
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Shaw's never fails to deliver a very good dining experience. I try to get here at least once while visiting Chicago -- if only just for the oyster sampler. Always an excellent choice of seafood, and steaks are great!"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 41 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing !!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was amazing, the food is very very good."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 42 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good food, nice atmosphere ,great service but all a bit overpriced."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 43 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
fresh seafood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My table order sushi and oysters for appetizers and it was delicious and fresh. The sushi was probably the best sushi I ever had. The food and service was great. I would eat here again. I’m from the south and where I’m from seafood is highly seasoned with different spices so I thought the crab cake was a little bit bland but overall the food was really good."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and the service were terrific as always. We had to wait 30 minutes from our reservation time to be seated. Shaw's has some of the best fresh fish in town."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 45 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Shaw's Crab House
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant was under a bridge in a dark area which felt uncomfortable, but ended up a perfect spot. The interior was wood paneled and felt like I stepped back in time. The service was perfect - attentive without being overly so; the food was very well prepared and delicious. I had never had Wall Eye before and found it to be flavorful and done to perfection.My dining partner enjoyed the haddock done so it was just flaky and not dry. Prices were commensurate with the place, service, and quality of the food."
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 46 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best King Crab
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shaw's was an outstanding dining experience. The service was great and so was the steak. However, the Gold Alaskan King Crab Legs were to die for. The absolute best crab legs I ever had. It was so good, I ordered another plate for dessert!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 47 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not the best evening
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The evening did not start well. The "Greeter" ignored me for several minutes while he took care of several groups of young women who arrived after I did. When he finally acknowledged me, he said he thought I was with someone else and then handed me a beeper. The food was good, and the server did a great job offering suggestions for wine, dinner and desert. I do not think I will return the next time I am in the city."
Dined on 5/26/2013
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Review 48 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Food and Ambience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great evening for my three out of town guests. Food was very good. The only downside was that our waiter must have been very busy at the end of the meal. Took a very long time to order the desserts and especially long to get the check - I had to ask the bus boy to process the check with my credit card."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 49 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Food!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service is outstanding, one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago!! Will definitely be going back!"
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 50 for Shaw's Crab House - Chicago
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A favorite....
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shaw's is one of our favorite places to visit in Chicago! You can count on delicious food consistently, a wonderful ambience and consistently great service!"
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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