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GT Fish and Oyster

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Seafood Restaurant$$$$

River North, Chicago

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GT Fish and Oyster

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Christina SongFebruary 1, 2015
Oysters are fresh, po boy sliders with fried oysters and Kimchi was amazing. Everything monkey bread was okay. There is a generous amount of meat in the lobster roll and the clam chowder was delish!
Samantha LeeJanuary 31, 2016
The oysters are fabulous. Great selection of fresh shucked oysters. The mussels in tomato basil are delicious as well. They are expensive but it's worth it.
BiancaDecember 21, 2019
Besides a great selection of oysters (+ all fresh sea food), try a few small starters. The hamachi was divine!! 😋 Tuna poké was worth it, too. I also loved the smoked tuna from the smoked fish plate.
Lisa MJuly 16, 2014
Nothing shy of fabulous! Amazing service, atmosphere, perfect hand crafted cocktails, excellent food! A must for the first course are the Po' Boy sliders and seafood platter for the table.
AFAR MediaAugust 4, 2014
On the raw side, you can order an iced tray of East and West Coast oysters or the decadent caviar service. GT focuses as much attention on its sweets as it does its seafood. Read more
ThrillistJune 16, 2014
If the Oyster Po' Boy Sliders came in a crave case, we'd buy it. There's no question as to why fried oysters with kimchi and peanuts are simply the best. Two words: flavor explosion. Read more
Sibele Moraes OliveiraSeptember 5, 2018
Wonderful dinner.... we had mussels in a delicious red sauce, smoked fish platter just incredible, clam chowder, a mousse chocolate cake and a Panna Cotta. Our group just loved everything.
Mariana RodriguezSeptember 12, 2014
Everything was delicious - and by everything I mean we tried 90% of the menu. Must tries: oysters, fish tacos, ravioli, shrimp bruschetta, white chocolate cheesecake. The service was outstanding too.
Kevin M. McNally, CMPJuly 17, 2018
Being from New England, the chowdah here is wicked awesome! Great service. Amazing menu offerings and you will be missing out if you don't make a reservation and experience this wonderful restaurant.
Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 21, 2018
Being from Boston, the chowdah is wicked awesome! Great staff...bartender is very creative and Chef is seasoned. They know how to treat and serve all. Make reservations. You'll thank me.
Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018
Being from Boston, the chowder is wicked awesome! Great staff...bartender is very creative and Chef is seasoned. They know how to treat and serve all. Make reservations. You'll thank me.
kartik sDecember 26, 2016
Po' boy oyster sliders are a must have. Also, the chocolate dessert is fantastic! Finally, their prix fixe lunch meal ($25/person) is a real steal. Highly recommended!!
Travel + LeisureFebruary 21, 2014
Many people think Midwestern cuisine is all about meat and potatoes, but GT Fish & Oyster proves them wrong. The seafood dishes are excellent (don’t miss the bacon clam chowder).
Teri GidwitzJune 24, 2015
Delicious lobster rolls. Don't skip them when you visit, even though the rest of the menu looks awesome. At least order one for the table and sit with your friends
Bill GastonJune 19, 2015
Try the Banna Brownie - Banana Brownie - praline mousseline, candied hazelnuts, brûleed bananas, amaranth steusel, rum ice cream.YOU HAVE TO TRY THUS DESSERT!!!!! (via @Foodspotting)
Bill GastonJune 19, 2015
Try the Banna Brownie - Banana Brownie - praline mousseline, candied hazelnuts, brûleed bananas, amaranth steusel, rum ice cream.YOU HAVE TO TRY THUS DESSERT!!!!! (via @Foodspotting)
Marines MendezApril 5, 2016
Lobster roll is highly recommended! Large chunks of lobster with a very slight amount of dressing ... just enough to give a great taste. Crab cake also recommended
Lauren QuinnMay 10, 2013
Amazing and inexpensive - loved the sunfish ceviche, tuna poke, shooters, eggplant and insanely delicious oyster po' boy. Also the cocktails with raspberry vinegar were nice without being too sweet.
Nick BrennanFebruary 24, 2014
You really can't go wrong here! Don't overlook their clam chowder though, it may seem a little too simple for a place like this, but it will redefine how you look at chowder!
Time Out ChicagoDecember 6, 2011
Try the squid-ink gnocchi in carrot broth from our 100 Best list: Chef Giuseppe Tentori is first and foremost an Italian & where he really shines is with pastas such as this rich yet delicate gnocchi.
Martin SlusarzApril 29, 2013
Hip and happening place. Nice table spacing and great looking bar area. Eclectic crowd so appeal is broad. Style is small plates to share. Menu on the small side but choices interesting and tasty.
Jill LeighMarch 3, 2019
Everything is delicious! Myself & my party split the chicken & waffles, chilaquiles, French toast, and shrimp & grits. Each dish was fantastic, did not disappoint!
Greg SchulerNovember 17, 2014
Beautiful open space. Tried the fish and chips, lobster roll, lobster mac 'n cheese, and broccoli salad. Didn't love the food but the lobster roll and broccoli salad stood out.
Bill GastonJune 19, 2015
Try the Fish and Chips - Fish and Chips - beer battered cod, steak fries, dill pickle remoulade. Very good just not enough fish for my taste. (via @Foodspotting)
PureWowFebruary 23, 2017
The restaurant has unforgettable clam chowder that comes dotted with bits of Nueske’s bacon and served in a charming mason jar. Read more
Taylored WinesJanuary 11, 2015
The lobster breakfast burrito, chilaquiles & churro were all delicious and the peach belini was light, fresh and refreshing.
Liz LeJanuary 7, 2013
I absolutely am obsessed with the fried oyster po'boy sliders here! The lobster roll connecticut style (with butter, no mayo) is downright sinful! After 9 pm there's half-priced oysters.
Katie LynnJanuary 6, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Off the menu mac and cheese, oyster po boy sliders and obviously the oysters. Sit at the bar and get to to know the great staff
Becca KangFebruary 6, 2013
Really well decorated place. Love the mussels in rustic tomato broth and the bread that comes along with the dish. Also try the eggplant! Pork belly was notable as well.
EaterAugust 30, 2016
For brunch, start with some fresh oysters and go to town on biscuits & gravy, crab benedict and chicken & waffles. Read more
AskMenApril 8, 2011
Cold bites such as Baja shrimp bruschetta & sunfish ceviche are served alongside a variety of oysters & hot items such as Tasmanian ocean trout & lobster pot pie. Non-fish items also available. Read more
Danny VanGronigenMarch 25, 2013
Best seafood in Chicago! The clam chowder, fish and chips and oyster po'boy are out of this world!!!! Brunch is great the biscuits and lobster gravy is incredible.
CollegeFashionistaJanuary 14, 2014
GT Fish and Oyster because it is a great seafood option in a city filled with great meat restaurants.The dishes are smaller in size so it's good for sharing.
Tony POctober 4, 2015
Can't go wrong with anything on the menu, tacos, different type of oysters ( I ordered one of each), tuna, fish & ships and key lime pie
Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
With every order of oysters—cool and plump and ocean-kissed—comes two bottles of GT-branded hot sauce, in packaging that leads me to believe we’ll soon see the stuff at Jewel. Read more
AngelaNovember 2, 2014
One of the best seafood spots in Chicago. Go here if you want high quality, fresh seafood. Scallops are amazing and great wine selections.
The FeastJune 9, 2011
This hot new fish bar from chef Giuseppe Tentori and Boka Group is an easy contender for one of the best openings of the year. Don't miss the lobster roll or cheap late-night oysters on Weds.
Chicago TribuneFebruary 4, 2015
The lunch menu here includes seared tuna salad, oyster po'boy, Key lime pie; dinner includes shrimp bruschetta, clam chowder, grilled whitefish. Read more
Carla HamSeptember 10, 2013
Bagel with house-cured lox ($13), crab Benedict ($14), biscuits with lobster gravy ($15). Bourbon bloody marys with pickled quail egg ($11), white peach bellinis
Cyndi BerzowSeptember 30, 2012
You can't go wrong here. Oyster shooters are a must as are the halibut, grilled Caesar salad, fish tacos and lobster mac. Sparkling Rose is a wonderful accompaniment.
Bill GastonJune 19, 2015
Try the Baja Shrimp Bruschetta - Shrimp Bruschetta-Avocado, toasted pistachio, grapefruit, cilantro. This dish was INCREDIBLE!!!! (via @Foodspotting)
Time Out ChicagoFebruary 10, 2012
Sunfish ceviche sparkles with acidity but never drowned by it, barbecue eel is geniusly paired with a potato-and-octopus salad, and pastas (squid-ink gnocchi; crawfish tortellini) are masterful. Read more
Myra RubinNovember 3, 2011
Been here 10+ times
A must for seafood lovers!!! Perfect place for lunch + dinner. There isn't an item on menu I wouldn't recommend, all been spot on. Only food I haven't ordered are the 3 @ bottom of menu (chxn etc)
RyanDecember 17, 2015
Excellent seafood centric small plates. Try the "deviled" egg - really interesting
Lisa WangDecember 12, 2013
Delish appetizers-- shrimp bruschetta, crab cakes, oysters, ceviche. Pork belly a bit on the sweet side. The whale room downstairs good for private parties.
Melissa BlackAugust 7, 2014
The lobster roll was amazing!! As were the oysters!! Both were as good as I've ever had!! Both were Delicious!!
Bobby KennedyJanuary 2, 2016
All the entrees were tasty, but the standouts were (unsurprisingly) the oysters but also the key lime pie. Great cocktails too.
AngelaOctober 11, 2012
Highly recommend if you love innovative, fresh seafood. Crab cake, scallops, lobster roll, and tuna are all outstanding. Don't even think about skipping dessert either.
Time Out ChicagoMay 4, 2012
The lineup at this Mother's Day prix fixe (biscuits with shrimp, mini lobster rolls) sounds better than fine, but if you really love your mom, you'll tack on the optional caviar service.
Chicago magazineJune 3, 2011
Must try the tuna poke with mango, barbecue eel with wasabi, sunfish seviche with chimichurri, lobster roll with fried onions, and carrot cake with cream cheese gelato. Skip on the crab cakes. Read more

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