There's something about food from the ocean and other bodies of water that people are drawn to. Perhaps it's the seemingly endless variety of delicacies or maybe it's the brininess of each bite that evokes images of sandy beaches and radiant skies. For chefs, there are waves of opportunities to create diverse and complex dishes. Though Chicago is far from the East and West coasts, many places fly in fresh catch daily so the city is still home to some of best seafood restaurants in the country. Behold the city’s best options for oceanic delights. (Sushi, a culinary genre in its own right, is not included in this map. It has its own guide.)
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