Chicago Oyster House
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About
Chicago Oyster House — dependable japanese in South Loop. The room is built for conversation, not crowds. Strong bar program alongside the food. "He got the sea bass (roasted) for an entree with was so buttery and cooked perfectly" — Becca
Experience Breakdown
Priscilla Blanchard
175 reviews
“They were very busy due to the Elton John concert and checked with each table to see if they were in a rush (to get to the concert)”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
This place is way overpriced. Drinks were too high. The service is excellent but the food was subpar.
Location
1933 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
What 802+ diners say about Chicago Oyster House
“My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary dinner and it was amazing.”
My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary dinner and it was amazing! The restaurant was beautiful and the service was great. I gave the food 4/5 because there were some things I expected to be better for the price. My key lime martini was flavorful and smooth. For our apps we had a lobster roll which was so rich and tasty and oyster shooters which were DEVINE. The quail egg really helped elevate it. He got the sea bass (roasted) for an entree with was so buttery and cooked perfectly. I had the fiesta sushi roll which was just okay; not as spicy as I hoped and the asparagus made it fall apart very easily. We also had cowboy oysters which were also good but not the best I've had, but their cocktail sauce was so good it really helped bring me back into the great dining experience. Overall a very great place for a quality dinner.
Becca
Dec 2025
“My husband and I have been coming here for almost a decade.”
My husband and I have been coming here for almost a decade. We love this restaurant. The seafood is always fresh and amazing. The atmosphere is incredibly chill and romantic. The staff is so friendly. Highly recommend this as a South Loop go to for sushi and surf and turf!
Diana Varga
Dec 2025
“First time here and it did not disappoint.”
First time here and it did not disappoint. Recommend this restaurant to all visiting chicago
Mario Perez
Nov 2025
“Natalie was absolutely fantastic.”
Natalie was absolutely fantastic! This was my 1st time at the Chicago Oyster House. I ordered the Jello cocktail, oysters Rockefeller, lamb chops and broccolini. Yummers! I will definitely be back. Everything Natalie suggested was DELICIOUS!
Shelle Coleman
Nov 2025
“amazing food and drinks!”
amazing food and drinks!! enjoyed the evening with friends and I totally recommend the spicy edamame, tuna poke, sashimi sampler and ceviche appetizers! the sushi was amazing and the chillean sea bass my friend ordered was divine! will definitely be back!😊
Marie L.
Nov 2025
“Shannon I hope I’m spelling her name right amazing; honestly went above and beyond !!”
Shannon I hope I’m spelling her name right amazing; honestly went above and beyond !!! The food was so good and the drinks yummy
Maurissa Jordan
Nov 2025
“Staff here is kind and amazing.”
Staff here is kind and amazing. They are doing their best to be so welcoming and accommodating. Food here is ABSOLUTELY delicious and fresh. Don’t be afraid to questions about the menu, so you know you get what you like. My favorite is the spring rolls here for how fresh, flavorful and refreshing it is.
Robyn S. Li
Nov 2025
“Sushi tasted very fresh, service was great, and the atmosphere was really cozy.”
Manuel Ruiz
Nov 2025
“Great Food and Service.”
Great Food and Service! Our Server Shannon was attentive and excellent.
P S
Nov 2025
“Came here for my 50 th birthday dinner and let me tell you the food was amazing, lamb chops ,...”
Came here for my 50 th birthday dinner and let me tell you the food was amazing, lamb chops , spinach, salmon and oysters are a must try . The service is amazing I give them 5 stars ⭐️ because everyone was amazing plus we had the whole to ourselves. It was very nice .
MzDeedee MzDeedee
Nov 2025
“Great service and friendly hostess.”
Great service and friendly hostess! I sat at the bar and had the blue oysters, filet, asparagus and an old fashioned. The oysters were some of the best I have had! The filet was also excellent and cooked perfect. The asparagus and old fashioned were mediocre.
Steven Novak
Mar 2025
“Very intimate and romantic atmosphere.”
Very intimate and romantic atmosphere. My wife and I had reservations in Valentine’s Day and it was a perfect way to start our evening. They offer a coat check service for $3 and a parking pass for zone #1677 for $5 which helps you contest tickets from the Chicago parking authority. We started off with martinis and the SOUTHERN FRIED OYSTERS and the NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER. The fried oysters were light and flavorful and they pair it with a sauce that reminds me of a spicy ketchup. The clam chowder was standard and it prepared our palates for the entrees. We also tried the Chicago sushi roll which consisted of Bigeye tuna, salmon, yellowtail, cucumber, avocado, topped with spicy mayo.DELICIOUS! Next we ordered the GRILLED COMBO which allowed us to try 2 of each style from the grilled oysters menu. My favorite was the FIRECRACKER and I would also recommend the COH. After that we ordered from the raw bar. We tried APHRODITE and then CUPID’s ARROW. Phenomenal. To end the night, we ordered another round of martinis. 🥂Cheers to the Chicago oyster house for great customer service and delicious oysters!
Scott Nnamah
Feb 2025
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