Shaw's Crab House Chicago

Shaw's Crab House has been the authority on fresh seafood for decades and you'll be flummoxed with desire when you open the menu: lobster, sushi, sea scallops, King crab and a boatload of seasonal swimmers from bone-in Halibut to the exquisite Copper River King Salmon (Shaws may be the only spot in Chicago offering this flavorful Omega-3 bomb). When it's chilly, go for velvety lobster bisque or a chowder. Seafood is perfect for summer and Shaw's signature chopped seafood salad, heaped with crab, shrimp, lobster, hearts of palm and avocado, is a revelation. Enjoy light, crisp wine that pairs perfectly with sea delicacies or a sturdy Manhattan that complements the handsome decor. The dessert sampler is genius: mini servings of creme brulee, Key lime pie, chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream or order the famous red raspberry pie with its pure, intense flavor fueling some fervor even if you didn't slurp oysters.