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Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 2489 reviews

What Joey B doesn't like about The Fish Keg:
I just spent $65 on 1lb of catfish nuggets, 1lb of shrimp and 1/2 lb of hush puppies and it's the most horrible texture and taste I've ever experienced with seafood. I should've followed my first mind and visited Pappadeauxs. This food was very poor quality in my opinion. View all feedback. What Adam K likes about The Fish Keg:
Want to time warp back to 1970 then come to The Fish Keg. For over 50 years, the Hansen family has owned and operated this visually arresting fish valhalla. It is the real deal with locals ordering a pound of fried shrimp, or fish, or anything else that can be deep fried. Want fries, cole slaw, macaroni salad or lemon bars with that? Get some. It also has some limited canned goods and you can get Royal Crown Cola her... View all feedback.

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3.4 ★ from 11 reviews
Sesto
08.12.2017 - 09:29

I was fortunate enough to walk in on a Friday morning and had the place to myself. The counter attendant was helpful but had an emotionless "Walleyed

Diana
08.12.2017 - 09:29

Long ago,perhaps 25 years or more I had some one being food over from fish keg. It was alright. Well tonight 11.17.17 I had a taste for some fish and chips

Martín
08.12.2017 - 09:29

The Fish Keg has a creamy coleslaw and macaroni salad that I straight up crave! That being said, I came in last week for some of both as well as the clam

Clodovea
25.10.2022 - 14:06

Classic place serving seafood. eating is a bit expensive, but it is very tasty. I had garnel and scallops, and the scallops were mostly delicious, fried to perf...

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Aaron
25.10.2022 - 14:06

That's a bit out. Seafood options, simple or baked, sold by the pfund and can be fried before location. side products and dips are available for additional pric...

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A recent visit to The Fish Keg left a disappointed customer feeling that the seafood was of poor quality and not worth the price. The fried fish was decent, but the fries were dry and the sides were lackluster. Another reviewer was dissatisfied with the portion sizes and overall experience. Some found the fried fish to be mediocre and overpriced, while others enjoyed the perfectly prepared seafood and nostalgic atmosphere, appreciating the option to take food home to cook. Despite mixed reviews, The Fish Keg continues to be a classic spot for seafood lovers, offering tasty options but varying experiences for different diners.

Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 1045 reviews
Ken
07.08.2023 - 08:25

Once living in the area, The Fish Keg was always a treat and a delight to get great food prepared perfectly and packed perfectly in waxed brown paper bags, just...

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Toni
07.08.2023 - 08:25

Best catfish in Chicago! I would definitely recommend this place!

Diane
07.08.2023 - 08:25

I can’t believe this place is still open! Freshest seafood in town like it was just pulled out of the ocean My high school was right down the street from here b...

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Eric
07.08.2023 - 08:25

Excellent as always. Freshest seafood in Chicago, prepared perfectly.

Nick
07.08.2023 - 08:25

Awesome place. Beyond friendly ... Great lake perch .. Cat fish rocks as well. .. Don't forget the hush puppies

Restaurantji
4.2 ★ from 217 reviews
Wilson
22.08.2023 - 13:55

Okay, I confess I only stopped in because I love their sign and wanted a t-shirt. Which they have, in multiple colors. ?Service: 5/5

marie
22.08.2023 - 13:55

We knew they were nearby and I had to look at the picture I took to see what the times were. And they have changed again for Saturdays and moved up to 7 PM. So,...

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gnostella
22.08.2023 - 13:55

Hands down the best fried shrimp and fish in town! Everything is not only delicious but it has it's something extra that makes it super delicious.You can hear t...

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Brian
22.08.2023 - 13:55

The owners and staff are very friendly and will give Suggestions, Best seafood place ever!!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!Parking: There is parking lot on t...

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Mark
22.08.2023 - 13:55

The young man be hung the counter explained everything well, was polite and helpful. Food was good as normally any fried food is. The fish and shrimp looked lik...

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Google
4.3 ★ from 806 reviews
Alice
22.02.2024 - 06:34

This is the best seafood in town, in my opinion. Carry out, only.

Nick
22.02.2024 - 06:34

Grew up coming here with my grandpa, back in the 90's awesome little spot

Cynita
22.02.2024 - 06:34

Had a taste for some fried scallops and thought about this place. Haven't been in while so I thought I would check out the menu. I didnt see scallops on menu an...

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gigi
22.02.2024 - 06:34

Used to come here in my 20s, 30s, 40s 50s. Tried it in my 60s and it was not the quality nor variety of my past experiences. No more scallops on the menu. Shrim...

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Drake
22.02.2024 - 06:34

Best fish spot in all of Chicago truly one of the best

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