Shaw’s Crab House

Shaw’s Crab House is a seafood restaurant at 21 E Hubbard St in River North with two sides: a casual oyster bar and a white-tablecloth main dining room in a 1940s-style setting. The menu covers oysters, sushi, crab, lobster rolls, fish and chowders, with catches flown in from both coasts. The kitchen also handles carryout, catering and private parties.

What to know

• Shaw’s opened in 1984 and has run for more than 40 years.
• The oyster bar hosts live music and a happy hour with half-price select oysters.
• The signature chopped seafood salad combines Alaskan crab, shrimp, lobster, hearts of palm and avocado.
• Valet parking is available, and tables can be reserved online.
• A second Shaw’s Crab House operates at 1900 E Higgins Rd in Schaumburg.