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    Lawrence Fish Market

    4.5 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Seafood
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Alvin T.

    The amount of publicity and social media hype this place gets is absolutely deserving of its spot. The amount of sushi options they have and the absolute presentation in chef's kiss. The quality is definitely better than places I usually frequent (ayce spots) and they have cuts of fish that is generally not available or is only available for an egregiously high price. The quality is surprisingly good, didn't know the Midwest was able to find fish this good. This place isn't really like a conventional restaurant, it's moreso like a grocery store that also happens to have sushi platters for sale. Likely the best bang for your buck outside of going to all you can eat.

    Jacqueline F.

    Lawrence Fish Market always comes through with the sushi party trays. You can order online for pickup and it's very convenient. The presentation of the tray is beautiful and the sushi is always fresh and delicious. It doesn't break the bank, either! Always a good price and thinking of getting another tray for NYE if they are open. This is more of a carry-out place but there are a few tables inside if you wanted to dine in. It's nothing fancy but their sushi is! Inside, it's also a little mini convenience store and they sell Asian chips and other grab and go items. Highly recommended ordering from them if you never have before.

    Sushi, nigiri and sashimi .... All so delicious and fresh!
    Maggie L.

    I've been going to lawrence fish market for so many years now. Their sushi / fish is always consistent, fresh and very good price but be sure to bring cash. They are cash only spot. Great customer service. They missed a roll from my order but they were able to give me credit back after I submit my photo as proof. Tip: call ahead to order and bring cash. It's a to-go sushi place and they get busy! I'm glad they opened another location in Bridgeport / Chinatown area.

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    Drake M.

    This place looks like a little store front. I recommend you call your order in. I ordered my favorite Maki Tray A1. It includes a Dragon, Spider, California, Spicy Negi salmon and ET roll. I also ordered the gyoza and crab Rangoon. Remember this is a cash only place, which I forgot. But they do have an ATM machine inside the restaurant. When you get there you notice that there are only about 3 tables. This is really meant for takeout. The nice lady asked me for my phone handed my order and I went back to my place to grub. The rolls are fresh and full of flavor. As far as my additional sides they were good but I think it would be better to order them when you get to the restaurant. Overall this is a great value and delicious.

    3A Maki Tray $53 with tax
    Michelle W.

    Absolutely fantastic. I do not know why I did not make the time to come here sooner. Called around 10:30a Saturday to get a 3A maki tray for that day at 2pm for our annual Hallmark Holiday Movie day with the girls. Found out that there's a 30 minute loading zone across the street which worked perfectly because I was in and out of the store in under 5-minutes. I was in and out so quick that I didn't catch if they even had music playing. They have a bunch of other food available, aside from sushi, and some fish in their case on display. There's also a free tables available to dine in if you'd like to. Which is definitely something I plan on doing very soon. The guys making sushi are back there knocking these beautiful and DELICIOUS trays and other food out and the gentleman at the register was so kind,m and effluent. Chopsticks, soy sauce, sushi back, pay and you're out the door. But when I tell you we raving about this sushi as we devoured it in minutes. I would have got 2 of these or another tray had I know we were going to be so wowed. Affordable, well seasoned rice and rice to fish/filling ratio, plus fresh, great qualify fish. I really recommend LFM! And recruited 5 new LFM fans As a reminder they are CAH ONLY.

    Bottom to top: Mexico roll, kamikaze roll, moonlight roll, rainbow dragon, eel/yellowtail/albacore/tuna nigiri
    Morgan S.

    Hidden sushi gem that provides stellar quality fish at affordable prices. We made our own sushi trays and were blown away by the portions for what we paid. It held up even being carried out, too. Food reviews: Banzai--our favorite roll of the evening. Good amount of heat and the chili crunch makes the bite. Summer roll--bursting with fish. The spicy mayo wasn't overpowering and provided a super fresh bite with the lime Mexico roll--similar to summer roll with a few ingredient differences. We both liked the summer roll better with the heat coming from the spicy mayo over the raw jalapeño Moonlight roll--good roll. Definitely had other favorites from the night. Maki/nigiri--maki rolls were huge with a generous fish to rice ratio. Nigiri melted in your mouth.

    Easy takeout! Called ahead and order was ready on time with no issues!! Great price for the amount of sushi!

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    David L.

    If you want fresh and delicious "takeout" sushi in Chicago, this is the spot. Such an incredibly wide array of options, all of which are tremendously fresh. They offer sushi, maki, and sashimi options at very reasonable prices. They have hot options, drink options, and it all comes packaged beautifully. Their fish is directly imported from Japan and they have chefs meticulously inspecting every cut to ensure quality and consistency. We love their fatty tuna and salmon perhaps best, but have loved branching out... scallop, yellowtail, and eel have become new favorites. I went to pickup our platters with my brother (a market regular), and they gave us a big smile upon arrival. The counter service was extremely friendly and prompt, and the shop looked immaculately clean (very important for a seafood spot). Take a look at these photos and don't sleep on this Chicago staple.

    Rocelle F.

    This spot serves truly authentic sushi that exceeded my expectations. It is bursting with flavor, and the freshness of the ingredients are really fantastic. It's definitely a hidden gem that I can highly recommend!!

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    Mirella K.

    I'm actually in awe. Such a down to earth and humble sushi spot that serves up some incredibly fresh and delectable sushi. The staff here are such awesome people who put their customers first. It's very no-frills inside which I love; there's some seating but they thrive on their to-go orders that usually involve sushi trays which they have a plethora of options for. I mean it when I say this stuff is FRESH, it was the freshest sushi I've had I think in my life. And not to mention you cannot beat the very affordable prices they have here ($4 for a salmon avocado roll? Unheard of in Chicago). Pro tip: Bring cash because it's cash only but they also accept Zelle! I will 10000% be back!!!

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    Alexia B.

    SO tasty and a great price! It's mostly order pickup only but there are a few tables to sit inside. It is cash only so be prepared for that, but it's tough to beat sushi of this value in Chicago. They also offer some Japanese/Asian drinks and snacks for purchase.

    Karyn M.

    The guest of honor wished for fish. Another great tray of sushi from Lawrence Fish Market for our party. The birthday girl requested sushi and that's what we got -- assorted rolls, nigiri, inari -- very fresh, generously sized and pretty inexpensive. Call ahead, pay cash -- that's what you must do -- then just relax and enjoy. Rice to meet you, Lawrence FM! Ebi-body clap your hands. You're shrimply adorable.

    Sushi & Maki Tray - C1
    Madeleine A.

    Great unassuming sushi spot in Albany Park! The place was packed with to-go orders because it's already known how great of a spot this is. Keep in mind its cash only spot with some fixed prices & tray (no customizations). There's 3 tables in the storefront to enjoy sit down. The sushi & maki was fresh and did not lack in quality. Definitely would make this a regular sushi fix spot with how affordable it is :)

    Minimal seating in the restaurant. It's all about takeout here.

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    Love love their sushi! They do take long so ordering ahead is the way to go. Don't forget your cash

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    Back in the 90's I would say that Lawrence's was a gem.... They have fallen short in the last few years.

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    Ask the Community - Lawrence Fish Market

    Is this restaurant gluten-free friendly? Ordering for a friend with a serious gluten allergy and wanted to make sure there was no sneaky gluten in the rice.

    Rice should not have gluten

    Do they accept Chase Quickpay?

    No. Cash only. Atm machine available in restaurant.

    Does anyone know if they are open on Christmas Day?

    I found a post from 4 years ago that said they were open 365 days a year.

    Where can you find the online menu? I see fuzzy photos, that is all. Please help! Thanks

    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qw1P6ff2YRvWFczGXxFYHIoh3D4tRLpR/view

    Do they do online order for pick up or you have to call to pre order?

    Call in preorder. Cash only.

    Are they still open?

    Yes they are, and they are as awesome as ever! Be sure to look at the website for exact pricing if you need it, as I noticed rolls went up just a tad from the older printed menu I had. Enjoy!

    Is it BYOB?

    Yes.

    Will they be open on Labor Day 9/2/19?

    Yes they are open.

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    4.1(1.5k reviews)
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    4.0(363 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    The Scottish Salmon with bourbon flame was some of the most delicious Salmon since visiting…read moreScotland! Absolutely perfectly cooked so that it melts in the mouth. No need for the beurre Blanc sauce which was on the side thankfully. Broccoli cooked to perfection on this one! The Ahi Tuna was seared 'blue' (term I wasn't familiar with, but waiter explained a quick sear each side to be near raw. Very tasty and then the sides of garlic sautéed spinach and mushrooms really were perfect accompaniment- Ambience want quite as amazing as the food quality and the waiter initially had a few misses on which wine taste was what wine and then on repeating back what we ordered, however the food came exactly as ordered and was superb!

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    4.4(729 reviews)
    4.2 miLakeview
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    As someone who has been to the original Wabash location and the Chinatown location, I must say that…read morethis one is -- MY FAVORITE LOCATION OF THEM ALL! I love the NOLAadjacent theme of the restaurant and the service is always great. I normally do one of the specials with the crab and shrimp, adding extra eggs because I love a good egg with my shrimp lol. I also love that their hottest is really hot! The drinks are amazing too. AND THEY OFFER WEEKDAY SPECIALS ALL THE TIME! I have to get in there and try their smash burger next, even though that's a funny menu option for a seafood spot, I'm sure it doesn't disappoint!

    This place has been on my list for way too long. Decided to finally try it on Good Friday!! Was a…read morelittle nervous about parking since its in a busy area but we easily found parking right in front. They don't take reservations so it can get busy quick. You browse the menu at your table first then go up and order at the counter. For 2 people, we shared the Double Double and beignets for dessert! The big back in me didn't think it would be enough food for 2 but I was so wrong. The combo comes with shrimp, 2 snow crab, 2 corns, potatoes, and 4 pieces of their delicious cornbread! The everythang sauce was banginnnn. Warning - your mouth will taste like garlic for 2-3 days after! It was my fiance's first time having seafood boil and he loved it! To end the meal, we couldn't decide on the fried oreos or beignets but ended up getting the beignets. So good!

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    The Fish Guy

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    4.1(103 reviews)
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    I hate knocking a small business but it's really hard to be excited about my experience…read more Pre-ordered a lobster roll and the mussels for 2 (which comes with most things you need). The lobster roll was mostly bread and very little lobster. The lobster in it was very small, stringy pieces and nothing like the large chunks in their own Instagram images. I would be willing to pay more for a better sandwich with more (and better) lobster. It wasn't premium lobster in look or taste to be honest. This sandwich, in its current form, is a hard pass. Mussels were okay. A few that didn't open, but that's to be expected. I'm not sure how fresh they were since they had a bit of a fishier scent. They give you a head of garlic, a lemon, a baguette and a tub of compound butter. It's great in theory, but the butter was tasteless and I could just as easily used my own butter and other ingredients. The customer service was okay. We called ahead to make sure they had all of the elements of the mussels as part of the package and the person ringing me up still had no idea what I was talking about. In the end she made sure everything was there after I brought it up so it was fine. One other issue I had was that they just put the mussel mesh bag in my bag and they leaked mussel juice/water over everything else in the bag. Two of those things were tinned fish gifts for someone else and the cardboard was soaked in fishy smelling liquid. I know there is a new owner and I really hope he does the things he needs to improve and make this place worth it. Right now I can't see going back when there are places like Boston Fish Market that get it right.

    We often go there for all there fresh products although we live in West Rogers Park things have…read morechanged a little bit bit inside store but its still the same great product everything is always fresh & a great price its worth the travel .

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