The best Calamares in Chicago | Sluurpy updated in April

"I loved it. The food was great and the service matched. Our waiter was the best and made it that much better. We were seated a lot sooner then we..."

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Chicago Oyster House Prime Seafood & Steaks

83/100 (1684 ratings)

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"This establishment definitely lives up to its name the oysters are the best thing on the menu. I didn’t care for any of the other food. Wonderful..."

Triniti Jobe

"EXCELLENT from the time we sat down. Oysters on point. Spring rolls were delicious and sea bass cooked to perfection. The martini selection was fun..."

Michelle Mosher

"Really enjoyed this restaurant..the grilled and fresh oysters were fantastic. Our waiter was helpful and all our food was delicious...we will..."

latonya williams

"OUR ALL TIME FAVORITE PLACE FOR OYSTERS! 🦪 We’re from Wisconsin and I can tell you that we’ve been making a trip here even if it’s a 2.5 hr..."

Rutta Droege

"OMG! Chicago Oyster House located in the Souh Loop area has the best oysters! Both fresh and grilled! So delicious! For the fresh/raw oysters we got..."

Saran Ouk

"Food and service was excellent. Prices were a bit high and there's an automatic 20% service charge. At least they charge the 20% pre tax and not on..."

Thai Tran

"Great local place to go. Can be busy. Reserve a table so you do not miss an opportunity. The raw oysters were delicious. If you get the clam chowder,..."

Sharon Burton

"Something different, and lovely ambiance. Very nice night out on the town with an amazingly decked out menu & hands on staff. I went for Chicago..."

Keisha Samoht

"Steak and seafood in an upscale dining atmosphere. I found the dessert menu a bit predictable and uninteresting, but the main courses, appetizers,..."

Michael Taube

"PEI oysters were delicious. NE Clam chowder had tender whole clams in there, broth was smooth and creamy. Full of flavor. Also had the Volcano..."

Tom L

Franco's Ristorante

83/100 (2743 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our dinner was excellant! Our waitress, Marie, helped with the drink selection, both of which were delicious. Two of us ordered from the daily..."

Jade South

"Went on a Wednesday night around 6, got seated right away. Laura was our server; she was friendly and polite. Ordered the chicken giardiniera, which..."

Matt Wascher

"Such a great evening out, food was out of this world. Simply amazing. Thank you Brittany for taking such good care of us, and a heartfelt thank..."

Richard Eccles

"We love this place! Our daughters ask to go weekly! The stuffed banana pepper is outstanding, the pipette alla vodka is wonderful(my picky eater..."

Kelly Mulvenna-Smith

"Girlfriend took me here while we were vacationing in Chicago for my birthday and she could not have picked a better place. Food is reasonably priced..."

William Schlenske

"My mom and I had dinner here for the first time today. It was absolutely wonderful!!! The space is very warm and inviting, attentive wait staff, and..."

Karolynn Morrison

"My friend found Franc’s Ristorante! Sooo, let me get into it. Before I get into it, my friend was the one who made reservations. I was under the..."

Steve Bae

"The atmosphere here is to die for. The gal handling food coming out of the window clearly is the person you want to steal if you ever open a..."

Joel ‎

"Can't say enough about the service, the dishes from salads, main dishes to desserts. Excellent! You can make a reservation or go as "walk-in"...."

siewyin Yinng

"The food here is really good! This is one of my favourites places to go for dinner with friends, family or even with a date!..."

Vann

"By far the best Italian restaurant. It is truly a hidden gem but the atmosphere was very cozy and welcoming. Our server Ralph was amazing and went..."

Jade Villanueva

"Awesome spot! Recommended by a colleague and glad we came. One of the best pastas I’ve ever had, including in Italy. The spicy sauce on the shrimp..."

Magnus Wu

"This place has been opened for 34+ years for a reason. The food is absolutely amazing. The creamy balsamic on the calamari was awesome. They had a..."

Alejandra Marin

"Very cute small Italian restaurant. Went here with my beautiful girlfriend and had a wonderful time. Appetizers, dinner, and ambience were all..."

Gavin Sampson

"I am 63 years old and have traveled all over the world. This was in the top ten and the best Italian restaurant I have eaten in Chicago. If you have..."

Bryan Sirak

"First dined here one night since close and convenient. Wasn't overly hungry so just looking for something quick. When we were served fresh bread..."

Kerri Bossardet-West

"The atmosphere was nice and service was excellent. Our food was served promptly and full of flavor. We definitely plan to visit again and bring a few..."

Turon Ivy

"Wow is all I can say! The service, atmosphere, and food were all incredible. Some of the best food I’ve ever had. Every dish was well balanced and..."

Isabella Cats

"A tasty neighborhood Italian restaurant which has been in business for 30yrs. The flavors, presentation, and service were all spot on. Only a few..."

Steve S

"An amazing place to get a loving Italian feast! The choice of pasta offered is amazing! The staff is really helpful and give good suggestions! It’s..."

Supriya Pandey

"Franco's Ristorante is an Italian restaurant. The food is delicious we ordered a total of 5 entrees including Chicken Marsala it was very flavorful..."

PerlaJasel Castro Castro

"Love it. Cooked to perfection. Sauce is tasty and the waitress so si friendly abd..."

Yen Nguyen

The Angry Crab

83/100 (2746 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"First of all let me say I am not a seafood lover! � This was a family event and my sons and two of my grandchildren love seafood. The service was..."

Bobbi Lyles

"The food is was fresh and delicious! We had calamari, garlic fries, ultimate eats combo which had lobster tails, oysters, shrimp, crab legs,..."

Shelly Relly Fields

"By far the best place for seafood! Always fresh and fast service. Did I mention the spices are amazingly tasty and the Cajun fries are cooked and..."

Lindsay Peciulis

"It was awesome. The flavor, season and taste was on..."

Millie Quinones

"This was an experience with my family that was one of a life time. We will always remember this food and most of all the waitress (BICKY)..... When..."

Mimmy Mckinney

"Visiting Chicago for a girls trip weekend end... and this place was absolutely fantastic I love seafood and I was in heaven I should of left my money..."

Briana Lakyla Kailee

"Such a fun, delish experience. Great service, great food, reasonable pricing. Go early and beat the..."

Kathi Elkins Miller

"Loved this place!! Fresh seafood awesome boil!! Prices are great!!messy yummy..."

Jennifer L. Melzer-Costantini

"No complaints! Can't wait to get back there with some good beers to pair with the amazing seafood . . Messy and delicious . . Just how eating crab..."

Kimberly Candice

"I went to the Angry Crab this past weekend with a friend & had a great experience! � It wasn’t very busy on a Thursday late afternoon, maybe only..."

Ren Willis

"Love this BYOB spot. Been coming here for years and the quality of food is consistent and delicious. They also have a cute little Photo Booth which..."

Tanya Alba

"I'm a big seafood lover. Have been to several boil house like this one. This restaurant has its unique style. Their seafood is not too impressed me...."

tyuiopp74

"Love my experience here! The food was delicious and the sauces taste so yummy. The price is a little bit high but it's the experience that counts I..."

Farah Izzati

"Messy but worth it! First off its BYOB but they offer water and soft drinks. If its your first time here it can seem confusing but the servers will..."

Sarah Sabatini

"Great, must try experience. The seafood here is so fresh and delicious!!! The place is loud with people, music and sports on..."

Anna Joo

"The food is exceptional. The seasoning is great on every piece if food and it always leaves me super full but wanting more next..."

Erik O'Riley

"As someone who doesnt love seafood all that much, I was pleasantly surprised. The menu is pretty extensive but the server will explain how it all..."

Esharah Gregory

"Amazing experience! All you need to eat is a bib (provided) and you own hands! The food is tasty and well prepared. As it was.our first time we order..."

Marco Terra

"Had a blast eating here. A friend brought me for my Birthday and I loved it. Hate that you only get half a corn or 2 or 2 potatoes when ordered...."

Erik Gonzalez

"A different endearing dinning experience; big plastic bibs, big paper towels, eating with your hands, eating from a bag instead of plates, e.t.c. We..."

Koyejo Oyesiku

"A friend and I were looking for a new place to try and we decided on this restaurant. It was the first time for both of us and we were very..."

Aileen Alvarado

"I have no words to describe, how much I love this place’s food… Jovana gave us the best service, always smiling and very polite, friendly and..."

Les Bell

"Ordered Da Grille Master (a platter of grilled shrimp and vegetables skewers, grilled lobster tail and grilled calamari), garlic noodles with shrimp,..."

Todd Raymond

"First time at this place. Damn good! Bit much on the garlic, but otherwise really good. Not a place to eat every week but I'll be back soon..."

James O

90 Miles Cuban Cafe

82/100 (3532 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"The food is amazing!!! The staff super friendly and efficient. Very trendy and popular. Don't go there to have a conversation. Super loud music..."

Rosa Bedoya

"Me and my husband always go to Chicago from Indiana and we have tried many cuban restaurants and I can say the food is very delicious and our waiter..."

Mary Carrillo

"Great service from Jason and great food! Really recommend this place to everyone. After having a bad experience at Siboney Cuban Cuisine and walking..."

Carlos Tapia

"I came here with my kids and it was awesome!! My waiter was great!!! My empanadas were great!! Loved my croquetas de jamon!! My ropa vieja was very..."

Brett Weinman

"This place is absolutely amazing. We started off with a strawberry shake for my son and black tea mango for my husband and I. Appetizers were 3..."

Angela Albergo Patrice

"The food was awesome!! I didn't like chorizo until I Tried the Chorizo and goat cheese empanadas!!! So awesome I definitely will go back for more! I..."

Rachel Carlson

"The food, waiter, service was excellent! Def going back... Miguel was a great..."

Veronica Quinones

"This restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere w nothing but good vibes and even better food! Also props to the owners for being so welcoming and kind..."

Raven Villarreal

"I went to 90 mile last night to celebrate my sisters birthday, what a wonder meal. I have a gluten allergy and our server (nick I think) was so..."

Lori Frye

"This place was fabulous! Best time ever!! Loved the music, food and..."

Chrissy Gunnz

"Went here with my wife for our honeymoon and let's just say, we were not disappointed. She ordered the ropa vieja and I order the lechon. Both were..."

David S

"Great, authentic Cuban food. The Cubano is phenomenal and fries are delicious. The lechon platter was also great-pork was seasoned perfectly. The..."

Chelsi Riordan

"Food was good, but kind of expensive. The three of us each had a sandwich with fries, along with a drink, and it was $85 plus a tip. They charged $3..."

Curtis Caldwell

"Loved the empanadas de carne molida, pollo fricase was delish with plantains and rice. It was very filling. The washroom was clean. Everyone that..."

Ana Leugim

"Beautiful on the corner with plenty of outdoor searing. The best Cuban I ever tastes. We also got a steak, recommended by our waiter. Definitely, ..."

samantha wirkus

"First time guests at this amazing Cuban restaurant. Found it by chance on our way back from the city. Great location with several outdoor dining..."

Frank Rawetzki

"Very good food and the atmosphere is great. The only thing is that you have to wait forever to get in touch with your server after you get served..."

Ana barrera

"Great food options. I got the oxtails, rice/beans, and yucca. Make sure you put the hot sauce the make on your rice and oxtails!! The hot sauce is..."

Kay S.

"Very nice Cuban place with great atmosphere and good food Delicious Cuban style coffee Little bit expensive but worth it to..."

kacper123ful

"Another diners drive ins and dives recommendation! The food was very authentic cuban cuisine. Everything thing we ate was absolutely..."

cynthia m

"Looking for lunch and ended up here. The vibe is chill with music playing in the background and the Cuban decor on all the walls was really dope. I..."

P. Moore

"Went to celebrate a birthday in the family. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating! The food was delicious! We ordered empanadas, Ropa..."

Elliott Serrano

"I had their oxtail dish, it was very delicious. It was pricey but I think they at least gave a fair portion size. I think the one thing that holds..."

George Parker

"Review for 90 Miles Cuban Café on Armitage Avenue, Logan Square: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ From the moment you step into 90 Miles Cuban..."

Mohammed Alahmed

"I wish I could give the Armitage location 10 stars. I have dined here twice and they NEVER disappoint. I took my sister and niece to lunch and they..."

Arlene

"Lunch time is the best time to come here since it’s not super crowded. I had some down time so why not come in the middle of the week to this..."

Jeff M Delgado

"Been here a handful of times and they have really tasty food! You can never go wrong with their empandas, ceviche or sandwiches! Went here with my..."

Bianca Huerta

"Saw this restaurant on diners, drive-ins, and dives, and knew I had to try it when I got to Chicago. I am so glad I did. The food was great and so..."

Doug Dickinson

Turquoise Restaurant

82/100 (2767 ratings)

"This restaurant offers an incredibly authentic culinary journey. Each dish bursts with traditional flavors and spices, capturing the essence of..."

Siddhant Rath

"Lovely lunch in a lovely place! Excellent lentil soup with the right texture and a touch of spicy “heat,” a salad full of surprising textures..."

Ranka Mulkern

"Cagdas and Gokhan were 10/10! The service here is absolutely fabulous. They were so attentive, polite, warm, welcoming and kind. The food was stellar..."

Katherine Skrine

"Had an amazing Turkish brunch here. The authentic flavors were standout, especially the Menemen and Sucuk. Great atmosphere and the service and..."

Sevketcan Sarikaya

"Very clean and quaint place. Attentive and politie staff. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS FOOD. Excellent portions. I am stuffed with leftovers. Please step..."

J. Jackson

"My first time having Turkish food, and wow, this place is incredible! Lovely ambience with live piano music on Friday nights. The cocktails are..."

Shaan Somani

"Came here two times one for their lunch and the other one for their brunch. Nice interior design and Turkish style decorations. However, I believe..."

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"Was seated on the Bordeaux Lounge side for dinner Christmas Eve and the wine bar is so cozy and beautiful, food and service from Aydin was as amazing..."

Alice Huff

"Great food with a wide variety of choices on the menu. Good wine list as well. The portions were perfectly..."

Jose Gonzalez

"The lahm ajoun was to die for! Went with.a friend who is Turkish and got seal of approval for authenticity! The meza is really good to share and is..."

Michel Tawil

Athena Greek Restaurant

82/100 (7058 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great location. Free valet parking. Beautiful interior. Great outdoor/indoor patio. The food was so fresh and flavorful. Authentic Greek dining..."

Jac W.

"I had an incredible dining experience at Athena Greek Restaurant in Chicago! From the moment I walked in, the warm and inviting ambiance set the tone..."

Dippan Patel

"First time at Athena and we had a wonderful dining experience. They offer a mouthwatering array of Greek dishes that leave taste buds craving for..."

Farah Ali

"I recently had the pleasure of dining at Athena Greek Restaurant in the heart of Chicago, and I must say it was a delightful experience that left a..."

Hifsah Ahmed

"There are a lot of Greek restaurants along this stretch of Halsted. In fact, this area is known as Greektown. There are many old school Greek..."

Andrew Weiss

"When we get Greek food in the city we typically go to another establishment, it was closed and let me tell you, Athena was on point! The whipped feta..."

Jeff Alliss

"Salvador was our waiter and was amazing. I’ve been a few times, food was great per..."

Viv C

"I enjoyed visiting Athena. Great vegetarian options. I had the spanakopita for dinner, and it was delicious. Friendly & attentive wait staff. My only..."

Emily Savino

"If you enjoy Greek cuisine, you must try this fantastic restaurant. The food is delicious, the staff is incredible, and the drinks are great. It's..."

Juan Diaz

"Food was great. Was disappointed that our waiter didn't light the saganaki. Kinda defeats the whole purpose of getting it. Everything else was..."

Mischa Schlichting

Havana Grill

82/100 (4576 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Went here for my job’s holiday lunch and happy hour… COME HERE!!!! I got the Havana steak sandwich and plenty of house margaritas… everything..."

Tasia Conway (FEMALETWEETY)

"Lots of gluten free options and our server was plenty knowledgeable. The fryer is shared so if you are really sensitive maybe watch out for this but..."

Garrett Thomas

"First time at Havana and loved loved loved it! The food was amazing, a great menu with options for everyone! The patio was also such a great..."

Jasmine Koh

"Such a fun place. Went here on a Wednesday and it was packed. Must have been some sort of kitchen problems because it took forever to get my food -..."

Lindsay Blair

"This place is great! Especially on the weekends. The food is so tender. I had mostly seafood dishes. Salmon and Jumbo Shrimp. Shrimp tacos. It was..."

Kwasi G

"Just had a beer here but love the music!!!! Great vibe. I will come back and try the food..."

Derrick

"Although we did eat al fresco in a dining area on a blocked-off street, gorgeously set up with dining umbrellas, beautiful foliage, and perfect Cuban..."

Rick Yanda

"Their menu selection is amazing, staff was friendly and they answered all our questions kindly. Food was..."

BMonique

"Went to have dinner here before a show. Oh my gosh it was so good! The roasted pork was phenomenal. Service was impeccable. The coconut mojitos were..."

Cindy Murray

"The delightful food Very rich, enjoyed it immensely! Plenty of outdoor space and good..."

Dipesh Nepal

Macello Cucina Di Puglia

82/100 (2979 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such a hidden gem! I couldn’t believe I hadn’t been here before. Such authentic southern Italian cuisine, and I thought the inside was so cozy...."

Becca Kerry

"Fantastic Italian food with a rustic atmosphere. Perfect for small to medium sized groups. The pizza was fantastic, and the drinks are strong. Feels..."

Nick Bibbs

"I am the biggest food snob and this Italian restaurant HITS!!!! Authentic, delicious, homemade taste in every bite WITHOUT the extreme grease you get..."

Rochelle Elias

"An absolute gem of a restaurant. Food was delicious and ingredients were fresh and high quality, you can tell they put a lot of care into their..."

Alex Gilpin

"It was my boyfriend and I first time dining at Macello and wow, we’re very impressed with the food. It’s definitely a hidden gem and I can’t..."

Winnie Nguyen

"The only thing I am testing positive for is pasta, pizza and prosciutto at Macello! Macello is a family-friendly fine dining restaurant specializing..."

Michelle K

"Pizza and calamari was the best I've ever had. Outstanding service as well. Highly..."

Chris Dumitru

"We stumbled into this spot by accident really, but it was wonderful. The service to the food, and atmosphere was top notch. Our server was incredibly..."

Elizabeth D'Amore

"I’ll add to the previous reviews as this place is an absolute gem only hidden by its slightly off the beaten path location. I’ve been all over..."

Ryan Sullivan

"This place was such a magical find! With a deli in front and a gorgeous restaurant in the back, it was such a fun night! The food was amazing and the..."

Rachel Moody

"Hidden gem- best Italian we have had in the city. Tonight we had a fabulous server and trainee who were spot on with recommendations, food and..."

Katy Newton

"Had an amazing experience at Macello’s! We loved the rustic and charming ambiance & everything is made fresh. Not to mention their staff are so..."

Heidi

"We visited Macello for the first time and truly enjoyed our visit. The menu had a wide variety or dishes that looked very appealing. The daily..."

Christopher Frausto

"A wonderful experience at Macello! Gustavo was an excellent host and waiter. He shared with us how to enjoy Ports. Food was excellent. We recommend..."

KC Espinoza

"This place has a really cool rustic interior and the service we had was very hospitable and friendly. The cuisine is interesting, and I was surprised..."

SERGELATO

"Wow! This place is amazing. Love the server, the food and their espresso martini was amazing. The pizza looked amazing but we were stuffed. I’m..."

Yuna Rivera

"Service was really kind. Enjoyed the live music. The lamb shank special we ordered was very..."

Zoe

"Hands down, the best gluten-free pasta in Chicago, and the rest of the menu is great too. They have a nice little summer patio and super cozy inside..."

Neva West

"Relax dim atmosphere. Music just right with TV in some areas. NFL football was on at the time. Food was cooked delicious with prices being fair..."

Michael Adams

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"First try after hearing a few people say this place was great, and I am so happy we tried it!! The start of the meal with warm bread and a delicious..."

Stephanie Polakowski

"I'm currently trying to determine how frequently I can eat here per week without looking like a weirdo or going bankrupt. Firstly, the bread with..."

Andrea Collignon

"This was such a pleasant surprise/hidden gem for the neighborhood. The whole meal was amazing, portions were good and the flavors were on point. I..."

Lily Situ

"The steak was OUTSTANDING!!! Perfectly seasoned, juicy and tender. Pork chop was cooked to perfection. The only thing they need for atmosphere is..."

Dulce Ramos

"Amazing, amazing, amazing. Rotini de la nona and Rigatoni Buona Terra are my go tos. Incredible flavors, great portions and tons of variety. The..."

Joe M

"First time here, really impressed by the service and the menu options. This used to be Hearth and Crust, and since I’m always on the lookout for..."

Erin RavenSkye

"Buona Terra did the catering for my wedding and my gosh did they do an amazing job. From the wonderful food to the deep level of care they gave me..."

Matthew Rillie

"Everything is great. Just great food, great people, in a simple, non pretentious atmosphere. Can come here for a fancy complete dinner or sit at..."

Stuart Sorkin

"The Italian food here is among the best in the city. It’s a restaurant everyone should be talking about. My mouth is watering g as I think of my..."

Jim Saranteas

"I appreciate you taking the time to reply. We (wife and I) were happy to try in-person dining. The soup breadsticks/croutons: how do I get..."

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