Shaw's Crab House

Name: Shaw's Crab House
Address: 21 E Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60611, Chicago, IL, 60611.0, US
Telephone: +1 312-527-2722
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.6

Essential

American·Seafood

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About

Shaw's Crab House — River North american that sets the standard. Good energy here, especially on weekends. The cocktail program is serious. "And I thought the Sea Bass was the best dish of the night" — Amy Dunlea

Experience Breakdown

🍴Food

5.0

👥Service

5.0

✨Ambiance

4.6

💬Sentiment

4.7

Jim Beletti

130 reviews

Highlights

LivelyCozyOld SchoolGreat CocktailsGreat ValueNeighborhood Institution

What Diners Are Saying

Diners loved

Strong cocktail menuFun, lively atmosphere

Some noted

My wife and I made reservations for a nice night out.
— D B

While this was the perfect date, everything went south when my boyfriend and I headed to work the next morning.
— mya feltner

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Location

21 E Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60611

What 5,507+ diners say about Shaw's Crab House

I loved every second at Shaw’s! I got the Centorri Moscato, 3 Course lunch with the oyster sampler, pan seared cod and the crème brûlée. Everything I had was delicious! If you come, which you should, ask for Shana B! I also ordered the Oyster Rockefeller, it is a must try. Everything I had on the menu is worth every penny! Next time I am in the Windy City I will be back!

“I’ve been to a lot of sea food restaurants and let me tell you this place is top notch.”

I’ve been to a lot of sea food restaurants and let me tell you this place is top notch! The food was AMAZING, the service was great and our waiter was the sweetest soul! The lobster bisque and clam chowder soup were very delicious! The scallops were out of this world ( they had them for only a few weeks). The sushi rolls were very good. The king crab legs would melt in your mouth ( it’s expensive though $196 )and the crème brûlée was amazing! We’ll be back soon

Niki

Jan 2026

“This was probably one of the best dinners we have had in a while.”

This was probably one of the best dinners we have had in a while. We came for our anniversary and it was perfection. The cocktails were delicious. They had a sign at our table acknowledging our anniversary! That is something we really appreciated. The oysters were so good we had to get them twice! Seafood and steak cooked to perfection. Our server even brought us a complimentary dessert. 1000/10. Only come if you're ready to spend some money. I promise it's worth it!

Jaziya Simon

Jan 2026

“The food and service here is worth the price.”

The food and service here is worth the price. I recommend the seafood gumbo, buffalo shrimp, griddled shrimp, fish & chips, and surf & turf. Libby was very attentive and made sure we enjoyed our meals. I look forward to coming back some day.

Patrick Lester

Dec 2025

“It was my first time at Shaw's and I was impressed by the impeccable service and welcoming staff.”

It was my first time at Shaw's and I was impressed by the impeccable service and welcoming staff. Our meals were cooked to perfection as well as the chef meeting our dietary restrictions. All in all was a fantastic time and I would love to return.

T Law

Dec 2025

“We had a private room they had the Bears vs Packers game on for us.”

We had a private room they had the Bears vs Packers game on for us. Our Server was amazing the food was amazing. And the Bears Win was amazing!

Pati Crowley

Dec 2025

“Ah, Shaw’s is as good as it was 40 years ago.”

Ah, Shaw’s is as good as it was 40 years ago. A very special venue featuring the finest food, service and warm hospitality. The menu is always updated and the selections are divine. Don’t miss the crab! What a Holiday celebration! Their Caesar Salad and Clam Chowder is divine only to be rivaled by your entrees and followed by one of the best desserts in Chicago, the SHAW'S RASPBERRY PIE raspberries from mike & jean's berry farm mt. vernon, washington. Cheers to LEYE for giving us love!

Kim Klimek

Dec 2025

“Loved it - again.”

Loved it - again! We were here last night for dinner as a party of 5 and dinner was fabulous. As we no longer live in the Chicago area and we’re staying downtown, we felt we should pop back over here for lunch today so glad we did. Our server, was quite pleasant and attentive. The support staff were efficient. My wife and I shared the following: - Lobster Mac and Cheese - Seafood Salad - Parkerhouse rolls and butter - Hot tea - Iced tea See you this summer Shaw’s Crab House!

Jim Beletti

Dec 2025

“We got a giant seafood tower, lobster bisque, lobster roll, sushi, and Presseco.”

We got a giant seafood tower, lobster bisque, lobster roll, sushi, and Presseco. The seafood tower is always amazing with lobster, stone crab claws, oysters on the half shell, tuna tar tar, sushi, and big shrimp. We all love the flavorful lobster bisque as an appetizer. My son always gets the lobster roll when we eat here. My daughter always likes the sushi. We also got a delicious trio of deserts and perfect espresso for desert. It was an amazing lunch, as usual. We had excellent service. They have a beautiful bar area, dining room, and oyster bar. Their Sunday brunch is legendary. The prices are fair for the quality of the food. It's not cheap, but you get what you pay for. We eat here twice a year when we are in town. It's great for lunch or dinner.

Jake Pschirrer

Nov 2025

“Everything was very fresh.”

Everything was very fresh. My friends and I really enjoyed this place. I highly recommend Lobster.

Newschool 99

Nov 2025

“Awesome awesome awesome experience.”

Awesome awesome awesome experience! The restaurant was very busy but not overly loud or jarring.. just the right type of atmosphere for a night of celebration. We were in town celebrating my wife's birthday and Shaw didn't disappoint! From the moment we were greeted through the end where our server took the time to take our pictures, we were well taken care of! My wife ate the shrimp and fries with a side salad and I had a cup of gumbo and seafood platter..DELICIOUS! To top things off, we were served a flight of deserts "on the house" in celebration of my wife's birthday! Hands down, our best restaurant experience on our short visit to Chicago! Thanks everyone!!

Samuel Dickerson

Nov 2025

“Always fantastic.”

Always fantastic! Best old school atmosphere. Best service. Never disappoints. From the lively cocktail bar to the formal dining room..just fanntastic!