Best Seafood Restaurants in Loop (60606)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Gibsons Italia
Italian steakhouse where serious pastas meet river and skyline views.
Notable Picks
8.7
Gibsons Italia is a riverfront Italian steakhouse pairing gold-extruded pastas, Prime beef and seafood with skyline views from multi-level dining rooms. Downtown diners use it for client dinners, occasion meals and polished date nights where service and execution are tightly controlled.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Rigatoni, Cacio e Pepe, Roasted Mediterranean Branzino
What makes it special: Italian steakhouse where serious pastas meet river and skyline views.
#2
Bar Mar
8.4
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Happy Hour Hotspots
Girls Night Out Approved
Business Lunch Power Players
Bar Mar is José Andrés’ seafood-centric restaurant on the ground floor of the Bank of America Tower, built around oysters, ceviches, and luxed-up classics like lobster rolls. Office crowds and destination diners use it for lively dinners, cocktails, and pre-theater seafood in a bright, nautical room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Roll, Hamachi Cones, Sea Scallops
What makes it special: High-energy José Andrés seafood bar with modern takes on classics.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Brown Bag Seafood Co. at 150 N Riverside is a fast-casual counter where sustainable fish turns into bowls, salads, tacos, and lobster rolls for office workers along the river. It’s a go-to for lighter, customizable seafood lunches that still feel substantial and reasonably priced.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon Power Box, Clam Chowder, Cod Lettuce Tomato (CLT) Sandwich
What makes it special: Counter-service seafood built for fast, customizable, healthier lunches.