Best Seafood Restaurants in Prospect Heights
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Leland Eating and Drinking House
A modern neighborhood tavern with standout small plates and a deep beverage bench.
Notable Picks
A Prospect Heights corner spot that blends neighborhood warmth with a chef-y small-plates sensibility and a serious drinks program. The move is to build a tight spread—one bread-forward starter, one seafood or vegetable plate, then a single main—so the table stays cohesive instead of scattered.
Must-Try Dishes:
House focaccia, Duck frites, Whole fried fish
What Makes it Special: A modern neighborhood tavern with standout small plates and a deep beverage bench.
#2
Lowerline
8.2
A tiny New Orleans-leaning counter-restaurant where oysters, po’ boys, and seafood gumbo are treated like weekly rituals, not special-occasion flexes. Order in a tight lane—one po’ boy plus a cup of gumbo or a small oyster round—and you’ll leave happy without over-ordering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oysters, Shrimp Po' Boy, Seafood Gumbo
What Makes it Special: A compact NOLA-style shop where oysters and po’ boys stay reliably dialed.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A sustainable fish market for people who actually cook—clean sourcing, knowledgeable guidance, and seafood that feels chosen with intention. It’s best as a “buy smart” stop: pick one centerpiece fish and one shellfish or prepared item, then build the rest at home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fresh fish (daily selection), Crab cakes (prepared), Oysters (when available)
What Makes it Special: A sustainability-first fishmonger that guides you to the right catch.