Hubs discovered that Hugo's has a Happy Hour on SUNDAYS, from 3pm-6pm! So after I finished my last workshop on Sunday afternoon, we met here with about 15 minutes to spare. Available only in the bar area, we were able to find a table for two inside by the windows, in spite of it being very packed. Our server was quick to approach our table, even though hubs had wandered over to the bar to order. After I summoned him back, we ordered a couple of Stellas, a Filet Slider and Baked Goat Cheese; each item was $5 on the HH menu. A few minutes later, Hubs waved over our server again to order 4 oysters, which were BOGO during HH. Upon her suggestion, he chose the smaller East Coast oysters. He told me they were really good and he was happy with his choice. I had two good bites of the filet slider & was delighted at how delicious it was. The piece of meat was quite large, especially for $5! Thick & juicy, it was cooked perfectly medium rare. The slider was plated with lots of crispy string fries that were very tasty. Our other app, the baked goat cheese, was served atop a skillet of tomato sauce with four pieces of toasted bread. This was also a delicious plate. Service was very on-point, and we never felt rushed, even after Happy Hour ended. At some point, the pianist arrived & we enjoyed a rousing selection of yacht rock tunes as we finished our beers. My favorite piece of ambiance was the steampunk-powered ceiling fans, even though they probably did very little to circulate the air. The decor was vintage travel, which I loved! I'll definitely return to Hugo's again, at least for Happy Hour, the next time I'm in Chicago's Gold Coast area. read more

First of all, the Sea Bass was absolutely amazing ! We sat on the small patio, which was perfect. Not too hectic outside, great warmth, great ambiance. Our waiter was direct and too the point - very helpful, checked in on us just the right number of times, had some great suggestions and alterations. We will definitely be coming back. Just as a heads up, the inside seating area was a zoo! very bustling, extremely full. I wouldn't say it was a negative at all, just a complete 180 from the peaceful, one row of tables patio out front. read more

What an AMAZING dining experience. Brian our host was excellent and so was his trainee Joe. We were so impressed from the minute we walked in. Cool classy ambiance. Lots of good food choices. I opted for a wedge salad no bacon. I have been hankering a good blue cheese dressing it was awesome. We also got a variety of oysters. Mmm I ordered salmon and it was perfectly cooked. So impressed and can't wait to be back. read more

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We made a last minute reservation on a Friday night and were easily able to snag an early 5PM dinner. We would've thought we booked this restaurant weeks in advanced. The food was top tier, the service was great and the atmosphere was elevated. They are known for the fish, of course, so I had the sea bass which was mouth watering. The strawberry 75 cocktail was also delicious. Not too sweet, not too direct. Highly recommend if you want an elevated dinner experience while you're in town. read more

classy and very old money esc atmosphere, reasonable prices. The steak frites were cooked to perfection! Great portions for how little it cost, the bread was also warm and served in large enough quantities to fill you up before you even get your meal. Waiters and staff were helpful and friendly and the man playing the piano made the atmosphere and experience 10x better. read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Perch - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for dinner while in town for a trade show. Sat at the bar. Restaurant is part of Gibson's. Diverse menu. Ordered the Whifish plank with mashed potatoes and a garden salad for $34. Had a Blue Moon. Service was prompt. Nice ambiance. Nice salad and bread. Huge piece of white fish and potatoes. All very good. read more

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Excellent food and service. First time ever having escargot and it was great, shrimp are colossal, steaks cooked perfectly and our server was amazing. The dinner bread was also very unique and delicious, and the live piano provided great background at a very upbeat and casual but upscale experience. 10/10. Pack a little cash to tip the excellent bathroom attendant. read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Escargot and shrimp cocktail. - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for happy hour and I wasn't impressed nor disappointed by the food. But the prices are definitely pretty hard to beat. Our server was very lovely and accommodating. The ambiance inside was very nice and well decorated. read more

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A classic Gold Coast stable. I stopped in for a late afternoon lunch with a friend. We happen to stumble in upon their happy hour menu. Hostess stuff was a little bit, un accommodating, saying that I can't have my ESA dog that stays in my purse with me outside on the patio. They were a little bit rude about it. Besides that, the food was great. We shared six oysters varying from both east and West Coast. We also shared a lobster roll and ordered two dirty martinis. This was the perfect late lunch/early girl dinner. Hugo's frog bar is always stable and I will continue to come back. read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Lobster roll & oysters - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I'm the heart of the V-Triangle lies Hugo Frog Bar. This restaurant is in a shared kitchen with Gibsons, serving top quality steaks and service. This is definitely a space to reserve so you can guarantee yourself a seat in this old school charm of a steakhouse. We started with some appetizers and they're all highly recommended. The oysters were clean finishes, escargot piping hot, and frog legs perfectly tender. All entrees also come with either a soup or salad, a rarity in upper class steakhouses. Steaks are cooked to perfection and fishes are seared perfectly! Oh yes, it's also a fish house, so order from land or sea and it'll be delightful either way. The monstrous cake turns out to be a quarter of a whole cake, which is gigantic, as you can see. Delectable and delightful. The servers and bussers were fantastic. They were attentive and kind. Always helpful but not overbearing. Hugo Frog Bar is a great place for all types of food and impecable service. read more

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At Viagra Triangle 1 step less than Gibson's is a pleasure. 1 step less expensive, less intense, less rushed, less crowded. More seafood. Great staff. Hugo's is not just for when you can't get into Gibson's. read more

This place is so nice. There's plenty of seating including the bar area. We didn't order drinks but the shrimp rolls were really good, especially with the side of homemade chips. We also got their oysters which is half off during happy hour and it was relay good. The eats coast oysters were the best. Definitely will be coming back to try other things on the menu. The service here is absolutely amazing. read more

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Came here for happy hour and it's such a cute and nice place! It's a seat yourself place so where ever there's open seats or table, please seat yourself. Which I have never heard before and it was so nice. We got their oysters both east and west coast and I preferred the east coast more but it was so good. Their shrimp rolls was really good as well with so much flavors and a side of homemade chips. The service here was truly amazing! She gave us her recommendation and really checked up on us from time to time. Will be coming back to try their other foods on the menu. read more

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My wife and I had dinner here two nights ago and it was amazing. From the reception we received to the impeccable service, it was all great. Appetizer (shrimp) was delicious as were the clam chowder and the bookbinder soup. My steak and my wife's sea bass were absolutely great quality dishes. Sidney (not sure about the spelling) was an outstanding waitress. read more

Hugo's is a gem!! Same kitchen as Gibbons next door, so if you can't get in there, this is your move. The ambiance is one of a real steakhouse and the staff is very attentive and friendly. We kept saying they have real waiters and service here, even better than NYC. Started with martinis and the blue cheese olives, which shocked me because I usually hate blue cheese. These were creamy, mild, and hands-down the best olives I've ever had and we couldn't stop ordering more. Apps were so good! Crab cake packed with real crab, and oysters Rockefeller loaded with creamed spinach (one of the best versions I've had). The calamari was also sooo good and fresh. My friend ordered the clam chowder which I tried and it was also delicious. For mains, the T-bone was cooked a perfect medium-rare, rich and flavorful, and we ordered a side of creamed spinach that was delicious. Creamed spinach isn't on the menu but if you ask for it they will make it. Caesar was solid but standard. Dessert is no joke here and a must order. "Slices" of carrot cake are like 1/4th the cake and key lime pie are massive and both taste as good as they look. You have to get these. This spot is a must when in Chicago and worth every bite. Good was amazing. read more

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After the fitting at Enzo Custom (see review), the Queen and I made dinner reservations to eat at Hugo's. The Queen was excited because she had heard my tales of dining and drinking in the Viagra Triangle back in its heyday, and Hugo's was one of those stops. While the shenanigans of the olden days were not on display, it was good to see that the quality of the food and service was still the same, simply excellent. It felt like old home week Because it was the Queen's first time going, we definitely started with the frog's legs. Those legs are small but oh so good! They are tender and succulent, covered in that lovely lemony butter. I would have loved another order, but we ordered multiple starters and wanted to save room for dessert. Hugo's is known for their oysters, so we got a dozen East Coast ones and the Oysters Rockefeller. We love East Coast oysters as they have a creamy texture and taste that we love. Not sure what it was, but there was this green icy condiment served with the oysters that was intriguing. It was really good. The Oysters Rockefeller were also very good. I know that this style of oyster is not for everyone, but I ​absolutely love the spinach mixture and fennel on top of the warm oyster. For dinner, I got a steak and The Doctor/The Queen got fish, with several side dishes: the lump crab mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and asparagus. The lump crab mac and cheese was great, with a nice creamy texture. There was a nice amount of crab meat in the dish, so I was satisfied. The potatoes were very good too, nice and creamy. Didn't try the asparagus as it does not sit well with me, but The Doctor and The Queen said they were good. My steak was just to die for as it was just tender and flavorful. The Doctor/The Queen both said that their fish was very good. I had a taste of the Tuna and I have to say it was pretty good. For dessert we shared the strawberry shortcake which was very yummy and big enough to feed 4-5 people. We ended up finishing up all of the strawberries and some of the cake. Our server was just wonderful, attentive and very pleasant. He was so nice that he sent us home with a giant piece of carrot cake that took us days to finish. While the old floor shows I use to see back in the day have been long gone, the charm, service and food are still there and are still killing it. I will definitely be paying a visit back to Hugo's, if only to get them tasty frog legs. read more

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Here for a business dinner and even with 90 degree temps, people were eating outside! Nothing says delicious like car exhaust and humidity I guess. We were seated inside in the back room, but it was still hotter than I would like. Point off for no hard cider or similar. Got the bookbinder soup and sea bass. Both were just okay. Those with me had filet and a wedge salad and the clam chowder. Also fine, but nothing amazing. The desserts are ridiculously huge and we were told this, but the size is legitimately obscene. And when you ask to take it to go, you literally have to smash it into the plastic container they give you. Umm, what? The other odd thing is the seemingly constant check ins from management. We were there under two hours and had 4 stop bus from two different managers! And the bus boys really want to clear plates - don't stop touching them for a second or your food will be gone. read more

We had a great dining experience at Hugo's Frog Bar and Fish House. Our server Frank M. was fantastic and attentive, he truly made the experience even better. Starting the evening off with fresh bread and butter is a nice touch. We ordered several dishes, the portions were very large and left us incredibly full. For starters, I had the clam chowder, which was the best clam chowder I've ever had. The restaurant was great to divide our meals for those of us sharing as well. The shrimp with rice and a butter sauce may have been the favorite dish we all sampled. For the price, you expect great food and service, Hugo's did just that! read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Sydney was my partner and I's server last night and she made the experience amazing. She was the most intuitive and knowledgeable service we've had in the time we've lived in the city. She was so on top of what we might need that it was all taken care of before we could ask for it. Our steak came a bit undercooked and she whisked it back to the kitchen before we even had the chance to debate if it was worth saying something. She was able to recommend wines based on our preference and offer suggestions for our meal to come out as ideally as possible. We had the crab cake and seared tuna appetizer and a filet to share for an entree with a side of crab Mac and cheese. The food was spectacular as always but having someone like Sydney is what made tonight such a standout, even in a city as known for memorable dining as Chicago. read more

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A Rush Street institution. Surprisingly, I had not been to this location of Hugo's until recently, although it is within striking distance of me. I had been to the Naperville Hugo's when I had ventured to Main Street by way of the Metra years ago. The Chicago location of Hugo's features a 4-5-6 happy hour (four food items each $5 until 6pm). Happy hour takes place at the bar from Sun-Thurs, 3pm-6pm. Drink specials include half-off wine bottles and $5 beers so our small gathering more or less went free-range (with one red wine drinker, one white wine drinker, and one classic cocktailer it is challenging to come to a meeting of the minds). I sampled some of the white wine my friend ordered and enjoyed it. I believe it was Chardonnay. I was psyched to find a filet slider on the menu, as it paired perfectly with my vodka Martini. Other items that garnered raves included a crispy fish taco and the baked goat cheese app. At times the volume got loud, so maybe not the best place for a relaxed hang or catch up, but a great choice to soak up the energy of the Gold Coast and people watch. read more

You just found the only place in River North where $20 still gets you a full spread and a vibe. Hugo's Frog Bar is officially winning the happy hour game with their 4-5-6 special. We're talking half-price wine by the bottle--yes, the full bottle--and half-price oysters that are incredibly fresh. But the real move is the "4-5-6" menu: you can grab any of these four items for just five bucks until 6:00 PM. I'm obsessed with the Filet Slider and that Baked Goat Cheese with the toast points, but if you're hungry, the Hugo's Burger is a double smash patty that comes with a brew included. Whether you're doing a five-dollar beer or splitting a half-price bottle of rosé with the girls, this is easily the best value in the neighborhood for a sophisticated 30-something crowd. SHRIMP PO BOY $5 Hawaiian Roll, Crispy Shrimp, Sriracha Mayo Served with Kennebec Potato Chips CRISPY FISH TACO $5 Tempura Battered Flaky Fish, Tomatillo Crema Served with Kennebec Potato Chips FILET SLIDER $5 Served with Kennebec Potato Chips BAKED GOAT CHEESE $5 Served with Toast Points HUGO'S BURGER & BREW $22 2 x 4oz Smash Patties, White American Cheese, Dijonaise, Pickles Choose any beer when ordering the Hugo's burger read more

Wow wow wow Hugo's was even better than I expected!!!!! We got so much food and everything was a 10/10. This place is ALWAYS busy, so definitely make a reservation or be prepared for a little bit of a wait if you have more than 2 people in your party. The inside has a very classic, traditional steakhouse feel to it. They also have a few patio tables. They only bring out bread upon request so make sure to ask your server for some when you get seated. My favorite thing we ordered was the lobster rolls. They did not skimp on the lobster so they were worth the money. The rolls they came in were lightly toasted, soft on the inside and drenched it butter (in the best possible way). The chips were a nice touch, but I ended up using them to each my crab cake which was also stuffed with lots of crab meat. We also got streak frites that came with the most delicious herbed butter sauce on the side. It was so good we ordered 2 more sides of it to eat with the rest of our meal. Our steak was a little more rare than we wanted it (ordered medium rare) so keep that in mind when ordering. Brussel sprouts were also amazing & would order those again along with everything else we got. Can't wait to go back!!!!!!!! read more

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From start to finish, an amazing experience! I have been multiple times in the last 2 months because I have so much fun, the food is amazing and the staff is wonderful! From the moment we checked in with the lead Hostess, Nordon, she was sooo sweet and accommodating! I absolutely LOVE the bar area, there has been a piano man playing the last three times I've gone (not sure if he's there every night, but I have seen him there on Thursdays and Fridays! I've sat at the bar a couple times and I had the pleasure of having Greg serve us and he's 1. A great bartender 2. The nicest and most fun to be served by! The food... yummy... I have NEVER been interested in trying frog legs, but so many people posted and it is called Hugo's FROG bar... so I decided to be adventurous, let me say.. did NOT disappoint. That sauce it is in is heavenly... it has gone from appetizer option to my straight up entree option ... I like to get a side of fries... thin and crispy, delicious to dip in the frog leg sauce! My sister RAVED about the crab cakes and carrot cake and YUMMMM! I don't like crab cake or Rockefeller oysters and everything was delicious. Hands down, best I've had! The drinks are well made and strong! I will be back for sure! A lot! read more

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Great experience. Our goal was to eat at neighboring Gibson's Steakhouse. There was no availability. The hostess told us about Hugo's and we lucked up with getting a tabke. She also offered that both restaurants share a kitchen and that we could order from either menu. Well it was the best of both worlds. I enjoyed New England clam chowder with filet sliders and fries. It was wonderful as was the service. read more

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Consistently good - but not not exceptional - their sea bass is my favorite and the halibut is always good. I have had the lobster a number of times and it can be inconsistent. They also serve steaks from the Gibsons kitchen which are also very good, and their bar area is always hoppin - and the piano adds to the vibe. It is a very solid option that is always on our list / but I would give it a 5 - not consistent enough for that. read more

Had dinner at Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House in Chicago and really enjoyed it. The place had a busy, upbeat vibe -- I sat at the bar and the staff couldn't have been more attentive. Drinks were great, and I ordered the New York strip with the lump crab mac & cheese. The steak was cooked exactly how I asked -- solid, though not amazing -- but the crab mac absolutely stole the show. Easily one of the best sides I've had anywhere. 100% would come back here. read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - New York strip and lump crab mac & cheese - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

First time visiting Chicago. Hugo's was recommended as a good place to go for my birthday dinner. My husband ordered the sea bass and it was the best we've ever had - melt in your mouth good! I ordered the white fish. It was good, but I wish I would've ordered the sea bass too! The food was excellent but service was just ok. For starters, we had to wait an additional 30 minutes after our reservation time for our table. We went on a Saturday night & had reservations for 8:00 (party of 4). They were busy, but it was frustrating to wait that long. Second, 3 of our 4 meals were ready on time, but my husband's food came about 10 minutes late. We had water, but sat with empty drinks for most of our dinner. For a restaurant this nice I expected better. That's why I'm giving it 3 stars. read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Miso Marinated Chilean Sea Bass - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This was our first time here and it was a wonderful time! We booked the elevator seat, and unbeknownst to us if you sit there champagnes on the house. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming. We started with the frog legs, which even if you don't like frog, the sauce it's cooked in is to die for. We came for a seafood platter, and it did not disappoint. It was delicious and we wished we would've ordered the bigger option. I can't wait to come back! read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Seafood platter - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My experience at Hugo's was amazing! My waitress Aubrey was so kind, welcoming, and helpful. The carrot cake was out of this world! 10/10

I brought my wife and mother in law here for dinner Saturday and it was great! Josiah took care of us and he was a fantastic server, super knowledgeable about the menu and he had great suggestions. I would recommend Hugo's to fish and steak lovers alike as they also serve Gibson's steaks. read more

Hugo's is always a great place to go to for food and drinks. It's in an incredible location and the vibe in the restaurant and the surrounding area is great. This was my first time trying their Happy Hour menu and they had some great deals. Just so you know, you have to sit in the bar area. You can't sit outside on the patio. The service was great and they were very friendly. There were other Happy Hour food options available that weren't listed on the menu. Our waitress told us of all the deals. read more

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I dropped in to meet a colleague for a quick drink and ended up staying for apps--and I'm glad I did! The oysters with cucumber mignonette were super fresh and delicious. The avocado crab was heavy on the tarragon, so I balanced it out with a good hit of hot sauce. Classic escargot--rich, garlicky, and buttery--just as expected. The spicy tuna roll was on the smaller side but really tasty. I also loved the Hugo spritz--light and refreshing. Service was fast and friendly, and the live piano player was such a charming touch. Great vibe overall. read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visited Chicago this past weekend. The waiter at our hotel said Hugo has the best lobster rolls. We ordered take out lobster roll and crab cake. Both were terrific. Try it if you are in Chicago read more

We had a group of 5 on a Saturday night. Fun bar with good drinks. Wait staff was hit or miss, but did alright. We would all go back.

Excellent Father's Day dinner and great service from Denise! Friendly, attentive, and made for a wonderful dining experience

I went into a French restaraunt and asked the waiter, 'Have you got frog's legs?' He said, 'Yes,' so I said, 'Well hop into the kitchen and get me a cheese sandwich.' Tommy Cooper It's very good, next door to Gibson's They share the same kitchen! I had the Gibson's Filet, and it was great. The Brussels Sprouts were fabulous too! And I saw a piece of Key Lime Pie go by that looked incredible. I'll have the Frog Legs next time! read more

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Don't go for the steak. Ribeye was no way prime, medium rare, tough and chewy, and I have eaten and made lots of steaks. However, service was good, sides and appetizers great. Brussels sprouts , frog legs, salad, chowder was really good. Didn't even finish the Gibson steak. Why 2 stars, the steak should be the main reason why people come, not the sides. read more

We finally made it down to Hugo's. It's located on Rush Street next door to its sister store Gibsons. This place stays busy. We arrived on time and had to wait a few minutes for our table to clear up. Overall the service was friendly, but a little too slow at the beginning. It took longer than usual time to place our order in. The food however, was fantastic. My wife ordered their Lake Superior Whitefish. It came with plenty of mash potatoes, grilled onions and tomatoes. The fish itself was seasoned and cooked perfectly. I ordered their Shrimp de Jonghe. You get eight lightly breaded in bread crumbs and garlic, served on top of basmati rice. This is one of my favorite dishes of all time and it definitely hit the spot. I would have preferred a little bit more breading, but overall great flavor. They also start you off with a soup or salad. We of course both chose their clam chowder soup. That also tasted phenomenal. Will definitely be returning. read more

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Went twice while in Chicago on business; first time I was able to make it to their HH and enjoyed a dozen oysters and a cocktail at the bar. Good service and great oysters. The bartender selected a medley and they were fantastic. Drink was good too. I did also have a slider from the HH menu..tasty but tiny. The group went for dinner the next night and it was great again. Good value too esp for Chicago; also a really fun environment/decor. Would love to go back! read more

I went for happy hour on a Thursday. Delicious food and great prices. Too bad they don't do happy hour at the outside tables but still a great experience inside. Waiter was knowledgeable and helpful! read more

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - 50% off oysters and fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois