Fish Bar

Fish Bar Reviews

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• Great patio and atmosphere. The food is fantastic. I had the Satchmo Po'Boy and it was great.

  by Zach S.

  
  

• Very tiny, but worth the wait if it's crowded

  by ISC C.

  
  

• Awesome oysters.

  by Samantha L.

  
  

• Super tasty rum cocktails + the clam chowder + the po boy and you've covered all the bases. Cozy barstool diner setup.

  by Tana B.

  
  

• The shrimp etouffee was really good although the fried foods were kinda soggy. Overall really good customer service.

  by Ambra R.

  
  

• Fish specials change all the time, but they know what they are doing here so you will have a great meal.

  by Kirstjen L.

  
  

• Great service.. Amazing food!

  by kailey B

  
  

• Phenomenal oysters. The bottled Ramos Gin Fizzes are delicious and refreshing.

  by Chris

  
  

• Lobster rolls and fish sliders.

  by Eli R

  
  

• Love the menu. Great Chicago place with friendly staff and tasty food. Try the Brussels sprouts and bacon. Then top it off with an IPA and calamari. Tasty!

  by eddie nice

  
  

• I wish the buffalo frog legs were a staple here, they are amazing...but then again, so is everything here. LOVE the calamari and lobster roll mmmm

  by Jessica L.

  
  

• Gotta try the lobster roll!

  by Taylor K.

  
  

• The scallops tacos they frequently have on special are fantastic.

  by Bobby Kennedy

  
  

• Service was great. Three hour tour was too sweet.. Portions were small, even for tapas style, but I'd still come back for the lobster roll and the scallops tacos special. Yum!

  by Monica B.

  
  

• Oyster deals on Sunday!! Definitely check it out!

  by Allison K.

  
  

• Lovely place during the summer

  by David Curiel

  
  

• ... Everything.

  by Ash FS

  
  

• Shrimp tacos were awesome.

  by Sky T.

  
  

• Smoked whitefish!

  by Thais M.

  
  

• lobster roll of course, chef has shaky hands and loose control over salt on more than one occasion (2) I was disappointed with appetizers and fries. I only get the lobster roll.

  by Hillman Philistia

  
  

• Chef Ryan Poli eats here on his nights off. He loves the Maine lobster roll.

  by Chefs Feed

  
  

• This seafood shack serves decadent lobster rolls and oysters on the half shell, plus punchy cocktails served in Mason jars. Parties of three or less should head to the first-come, first-served counter

  by Redeye Chicago

  
  

• Loved it. Everything about it.

  by Esther A.

  
  

• Try the lemon rinds w jalapenos - It's amazing!

  by Toni D

  
  

• Absolutely amazing. We were completely blown away! Everything we had was delicious but their hush puppies are TO DIE FOR. Fresh oysters are always great and who doesn't love a perfect fish taco?!

  by Chelsey Orlando

  
  

• My new favorite brunch drink.... The Garden Gimlet. Try it!

  by Kevin M.

  
  

• Great service and awesome food!

  by Imran K.

  
  

• Oysters & lobster roll... Amazing. The blackened tuna sliders special was wonderful too.

  by Caroline W.

  
  

• Great selection. $1.50 oysters on Sunday. Lake Trout sliders were excellent

  by James F.

  
  

• Friday night is date night. If you order a lobster roll at least let him go to 2nd base.

  by Nikki C.

  
  

• Great food!! Don't spill on yourself because it's not a good idea.

  by Matt C.

  
  

• Belly clams when available.

  by Nick H.

  
  

• Winners drink Pumpkin shandy. Are you a winner?

  by Kyle M.

  
  

• Lindsey is the bestest. Ask for her.

  by Christina W.

  
  

• Fried lemons and oyster!!

  by Rohini J.

  
  

• Skip the clam chowder cuz they skipped on the clams.

  by Phaedra L.

  
  

• Knockout lobster roll, friendly service, tasty bev, and mellow tunes make for a must try.

  by Kate S.

  
  

• The key lime pie was, hands down, the best thing I ate. Amazing!

  by Sarah P.

  
  

• The fish fries seem freaky, but are actually very buttery and delicious if you can get past the whole fish thing.

  by Sarah P.

  
  

• You should probably order the Sea Scallops and the Watermelon Feta Salad (yes, order BOTH because the portions are small!) - deeeeelish!

  by Katherine K.

  
  

• Great food & service....a tad bit pricey but worth it....

  by Chaka W.

  
  

• Excellent as always. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly with great recommendations although you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu.

  by Cordell C.

  
  

• Complimentary Sea Sipper at Fish Bar

  by Cheeky C.

  
  

• The Sea Scallops are delectable ! The Calm Chowder is a great way to start out too!

  by Eric H.

  
  

• Do Not have sex with the coat check girl !

  by Tom B.

  
  

• The Calamari here are exemplary--breaded, deep fried, and tossed with picked banana pepper, jalapeño, and sliced garlic, a light grating of Parmesan cheese

  by Serious Eats

  
  

• Amazing clam chowder and crab cake sandwich

  by Erica S.

  
  

• Ask for Susana, she is awesome and so are the popcorn shrimp.

  by That M.

  
  

• Had a great meal at Fish Bar! The rock shrimp (wet) and the dungeness crab were the highlights! Kristen was an awesome waitress! Will definitely go back.

  by Bryan E.

  
  

• Great cocktails + food. Get the lobster roll, lemon/jalapeño app, or any of the ceviches.

  by Liz L.

  
  

• Go for the scallops and $1.50 oysters on Sundays!

  by Jill B.

  
  

• A great neighborhood spot with fresh seafood in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood. This place makes all the right moves. Never had a bad experience here & been 10+ times. Fresh. Reasonable. Friendly.

  by Peter B.

  
  

• S'mores and grilled octopus!

  by Derek T.

  
  

• Amazing clam chowder. Rock shrimp and saracha/sour cream dip also the best. A poor mans lobster = rock shrimp.

  by Nichole 📚.

  
  

• Try the Lasagna.

  by Chris B.

  
  

• Servin' up lobster, oysters, clams, shrimp, gumbo and octopus in Lakeview, come get some delicious seafood! Whip out that Cheeky card for a complimentary sea sipper...AKA cocktail..with your po' boy!

  by Cheeky C.

  
  

• Make sure to get the rock shrimp wet! Fantastic...

  by Andrew

  
  

• Awesome food and indoor s'mores !!

  by Molly W.

  
  

• Closed on Monday's, booooo.

  by Christine D.

  
  

• Fish Bar's Sachmo Po' Boy is the classic New Orleans Po' Boy–made rich. Enclosed in a New England lobster roll is shrimp and crawfish, crispy lettuce, sweet pickles, and roasted garlic aioli.

  by Men's Health Mag

  
  

• Fish Bar's Sachmo Po' Boy is the classic New Orleans Po' Boy-made rich. Enclosed in a New England lobster roll is shrimp and crawfish, crispy lettuce, sweet pickles, and roasted garlic aioli.

  by Men's Health Mag

  
  

• Great outdoor patio!

  by Karen

  
  

• The oyster po boy, soft shell crab sandwich, and tuna tartare are all amazing!

  by Karen

  
  

• Try the Crabby Patty and the Clam Chowder, sooooo delicious!

  by Adrian D.

  
  

• The fried items all have great flavor (like the fried onions with lemon and jalapeño), but sometimes they arrive soft instead of crisp. Likewise, the herby lobster roll can get a little chewy in parts

  by Time Out Chicago

  
  

• It's so damn loud in here! If they turned down the music, people wouldn't have to ScReAm to each other!

  by Nick D.

  
  

• Delish fresh oysters, $1.50 all day on Sunday!!

  by Benjamin R.

  
  

• Free beer taster as take out people wait...v. cool

  by Sandra B.

  
  

• Free half beer while you wait for carry out.

  by Mark R.

  
  

• seriously my favorite place to eat. come and come often. and get a lobster roll. prices don't matter.

  by Ashley S.

  
  

• Hop onto a bar stool at this DMK Burger Bar sibling for grilled, fried and sandwiched seafood, most of it less than $10.

  by Time Out Chicago

  
  

• just keep ordering, it's family style!

  by Hannah ..

  
  

• They have amazing crab sandwiches and Ceviche!

  by Kari S.

  
  

• Best part of the meal was the Jerry Garcia Band on the Stereo.

  by Chris B.

  
  

• The bisque is amazing-- more of a butternut squash soup with chunks of lobster than a bisque, but delicious nonetheless.

  by Anne C.

  
  

• Head on shrimp!

  by Laura W.

  
  

• Crabby patty is the best! Spongebob and squidwerd agree.

  by Steven S.

  
  

• Try the fried onions with lemon and jalapeño from our 100 Best list: A medley that balances the sweetness of the onions with acidity (the lemon), heat (the jalapeño) and lots of flavor (both).

  by Time Out Chicago

  
  

• Almost to many types of oysters and killer clam chowder.

  by Brian H.

  
  

• i love the fried calamari, garlic bread, shrimp po' boy, rock shrimp (wet), they had scallops as a special (AMAZING!)- ask for beer pairing too! My fav cocktail is #3!

  by Danielle @.

  
  

• The scallops and the tea...Yummy

  by Anthony M.

  
  

• The bay scallops a la plancha is to die for! Albacore tuna carpaccio is money!

  by Jhoanna G.

  
  

• Lobster rolls here are delicious! So are oysters and fried lemons. Try them all!

  by Carolyn B.

  
  

• The drinks are the size of a shot glass. Our waitress left half way through our meal and never brought us our check. The portions are very small for the price

  by R.J. K.

  
  

• Very personable waitstaff, and delicous seafood dishes. Can't wait to try more. Loved the lobster roll in particular. And great tater tots.

  by Teri G.

  
  

• Lily is awesome and if you ask nicely will give you a complimentary oyster shooter to start.

  by Daniel L.

  
  

• Order the garlic bread!

  by Brock W.

  
  

• Try the fried lemons...I know it sounds weird, just go with me here.

  by Allen P.

  
  

• Definitely try the Baby Octopus a la Plancha.

  by Dan M.

  
  

• Bisque, fried lemons, cod sandwich, ceviche. Boom. Delicious.

  by Daniel B.

  
  

• Hades Ale, lobster bisque, crab patty = perfection. Waited for an hour but the food was prepared quickly and the staff were awesome.

  by Lindsay K.

  
  

• Lobster roll, rock shrimp wet, key lime pie.

  by Chris J

  
  

• Get the rock shrimp wet, it was amazing! Also, the key lime pie was exquisite, and I'm not even that much of a fan usually.

  by Bengi C

  
  

• The pies are made by Mindy Segal of Hot Chocolate. Generous slices.

  by Micki M.

  
  

• Definitely enjoy a cocktail. My favorite so far is the Tea. Mmm.

  by Dawn M.

  
  

• Calamari "Federal Hill" style is a must.

  by Josh G.

  
  

• One of the only places in town where guests can enjoy a Hades Belgian golden ale or a Negroni Baloney with Tanqueray & Aperol while noshing on raw clams & oyster po’ boys.

  by AskMen

  
  

• Order two octopus at a time. Trust me... delicious.

  by Kyle D.

  
  

• The lobster, sweet corn bisque is awesome! Spicy sweet and perfect with their great cocktails or Belgian beers.

  by Courtney B.

  
  

• The lobster roll is kind of peppery rather than buttery. Traditionalists should take note.

  by Bradley P.

  
  

• Groups of four or less...the oyster po'boy is delicious. If you haven't had a clam or oyster you can try a free one!

  by Colin J.

  
  

• Fantastic service and delicious food. Loved the clam chowder, garlic bread and oysters!!

  by Alison