Since 1933, the Cape Cod Room, located in the historic Drake Hotel, has been one of Chicago's most coveted seafood restaurants. In early 2010, the menu debuted new items while improving some all time favorites. Must-try dishes include the Baked Chilean Sea Bass, Pacific Red Snapper and the Dover Sole, deboned at your table.The decor evokes a timeless nautical charm with wood beams, stuffed sail fish and copper pots adorning the walls. Grab a booth or order a round of oysters at the oyster bar. The Cape Cod Room was inducted by Nation's Restaurant News, a leading culinary publication, into the Fine Dining Hall of Fame, so reservations are suggested. Open daily from 5:30pm to 10pm.
The Cape Cod Room
140 East Walton Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312-787-2200
thedrakehotel.com
Acclaimed French Chef Laurent Gras, prepares fine seafood dishes at L2O, a modern seafood restaurant located in Lincoln Park. Expect minimalist decor but big taste in their fresh seafood dishes, like White King Salmon, Santa Barbara Shrimp and of course, perfectly prepared lobster. Twelve-, six, and four-course menus are available. The restaurant also offers a variety of different dining room options. The restaurant and deco-style lounge feature signature cocktails and a global wine list to complement every dish. L2O is open for dinner every night, except Tuesdays.
L2O
2300 N Lincoln Park W
The Belden Stratford
Chicago, IL 60614
773-868-0002
l2orestaurant.com
Riva offers some of Chicago's freshest seafood in a casual, yet elegant setting. The dining room features a nautical inspired décor while the outside waterfront terrace offers scenic views of Lake Michigan on the Navy Pier. Popular dishes include Jumbo Crab Cakes, Oysters and Bacon-wrapped Diver Scallops as starters. While prime steaks are available on the menu, its seafood items like Ahi Tuna, salmon, crab and lobster that people come to experience. Make sure you leave room for their homemade desserts. Riva is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.
Riva Navy Pier
700 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
312-644-748
rivanavypier.com
