Shaw's Crab House – Seafood
Stepping into this timeless seafood sanctuary feels like a journey to the coast, where the lively hum of a bustling oyster bar blends seamlessly with the polished elegance of a classic supper club. The air is thick with the briny scent of freshly shucked oysters and the savory aroma of golden lump crab cakes, while dramatic seafood towers and zesty lobster tacos turn every table into a vibrant celebration of the ocean’s bounty. Every meal captures a sense of nostalgic luxury, offering a spirited atmosphere where chilled shellfish and perfectly crisped calamari are served with effortless, old-school sophistication.
21, East Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 +13125272722 http://shawscrabhouse.com/chicago/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Shaw's Crab House
Dairy-Free at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oysters on the Half Shell - Half Dozen, Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium and The Grand Seafood Tower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oysters on the Half Shell - Half Dozen, Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium and The Grand Seafood Tower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Tartare, Lobster Tacos and Key Lime Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lobster Tacos, Lump Crab Cake and Seafood Fettuccine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including La Colombe Coffee and Filet Mignon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oysters on the Half Shell - Half Dozen, Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium and Florida Stone Crab Claws - Large. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Filet Mignon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Shaw's Crab House
Shaw's Crab House in Chicago has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including La Colombe Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Shaw's Crab House
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shaw's Signature Chopped Seafood Salad | 79.2 g | 71.3 g |
| Seafood Fettuccine | 31.7 g | 46.3 g |
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Lobster Macaroni & Cheese | 81.8 g | 30.2 g |
| Shaw's Bloody Mary | 43.3 g | 30.2 g |
| Lobster Tacos | 2.8 g | 29.9 g |
| Lump Crab Cake | 45.9 g | 21.7 g |
| The Grand Seafood Tower | 16.7 g | 20.6 g |
| Filet Mignon | 0 g | 17.3 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
| Pan Roasted Chilean Sea Bass | 8.5 g | 14.8 g |
| Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium | 12.2 g | 13.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Lobster Tacos - $19: chilled lobster, guacamole, tomato, yuzu, serrano pepper, fried wonton shell Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Shrimp - $19: signature buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters Rockefeller - $20: spinach, onions, jarlsberg cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $21: golden fried, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $23: ahi tuna, guacamole, yuzu, tortilla chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lump Crab Cake - $38: Shaw's signature mustard mayonnaise Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Seafood Tower - $150: mini lump crab cakes, fried calamari, fried shrimp, oysters rockefeller, maine lobster tails, fried asparagus, shrimp scampi Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Raw Bar
- Oysters on the Half Shell - Half Dozen - $24: select oysters, expertly shucked Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters on the Half Shell - Full Dozen - $48: select oysters, expertly shucked Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - $23: 5 pcs served chilled, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium - $14: 1 piece, expertly cracked served with mustard mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Florida Stone Crab Claws - Large - $23: 1 piece, expertly cracked served with mustard mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Grand Seafood Tower - $197: oysters on the half shell, jumbo shrimp cocktail, california maki, maine lobster tails, florida stone crab claws & tuna tartare Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Seafood Gumbo - $11: fresh fish, shrimp, okra, green pepper, onion, jasmine rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Clam Chowder - $12: quahog clams, idaho potatoes, celery, onion, cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bisque - $15: maine lobster, zucchini, carrots Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shaw's Signature Chopped Seafood Salad - $37: alaskan bairdi crab, shrimp, lobster, napa cabbage, hearts of palm, avocado, egg, cucumber, olives, tomatoes, scallions, louis dressing, italian vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fish & Chips - $26: fried alaskan cod, french fries, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Fettuccine - $38: maine lobster, shrimp, mussels, tomatoes, white wine & garlic cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Roasted Chilean Sea Bass - $50: soy mirin glazed, caramelized shiitake mushrooms, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $65: 10oz prime steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Norwegian Red King Crab - $195: harvested from the fjords of Finnmark, Norway Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mashed Potatoes - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $13: parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, garlic white balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Macaroni & Cheese - $25 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Layer Cake - $11: bittersweet ganache, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Pie - $11: almond & graham cracker crust, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Shaw's Raspberry Pie - $12: raspberries from mike & jean's berry farm Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Beverages
- Shaw's Bloody Mary - $17: wheatley vodka, classic fixins, jumbo shrimp, mini beer Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat
- Espresso Martini - $17: wheatley vodka, borghetti, mr. black coffee liquor, espresso
- Guinness Irish Stout - $9: Draft beer
- La Colombe Coffee - $4.5: Nizza blend Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaw's Crab House
- Is Shaw's Crab House dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Shaw's Crab House has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oysters on the Half Shell - Half Dozen, Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium and The Grand Seafood Tower.
- What can I eat at Shaw's Crab House on a dairy-free diet?
- Oysters on the Half Shell - Half Dozen, Florida Stone Crab Claws - Medium and The Grand Seafood Tower carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Shaw's Crab House have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including La Colombe Coffee.
- Is Shaw's Crab House gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Shaw's Crab House?
- Shaw's Signature Chopped Seafood Salad, at roughly 71.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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