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    RPM Seafood

    4.0 (690 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    Seafood cake duo
    Mike G.

    I sat at the bar tonight on my second visit. It's more than difficult to ever flag someone down for a drink or to take your order. That said, once I did order, food came out crazy fast. I got a side of the RPM chopped salad and the halibut. Aside from finding out after the fact that the salad had tomatoes I didn't know to hold, the food was wonderful. Great salad and fantastic fish. It's not an inexpensive dinner, but it's a tasty dinner. This gives me faith in coming back next time I'm in town.

    RPM Crab Cake
    Felicia D.

    Beautiful restaurant with a nice ambience. We came on a Saturday night and sat at the bar. I had their tropical spritz mocktails, which were tasty and pretty. Then my friend and I shared the lobster fried rice, crab cake, and brussel sprouts. We very much enjoyed the brussel sprouts. They had a smoky flavor and a good amount of char, giving them more flavor. The crab cake was my fave, had a creamy texture in the middle and crispy outer. It came with a horseradish sauce that was really tasty and not overpowering. The rice was just ok to me. The service was also just ok, nothing to write home about. The bartender was attentive, made the drinks well, but he wasn't the most friendly or welcoming. Nice place for a date or to meet up with friends. Will be returning.

    Espresso Classic Martini
    Liliana G.

    Had an amazing experience at RPM Seafood! The food was outstanding, especially the seafood selection, and the views of the Chicago River made the whole experience even better. The patio seating is definitely worth it for the atmosphere and scenery. Service was excellent, and the overall vibe felt upscale yet comfortable. Highly recommend making a reservation since the place gets pretty packed, especially during peak hours.

    Dark Chocolate Gelato and Seasonal Sorbet
    Nichole X.

    I'm a big fan of RPM Steak and this might be my first time at RPM seafood. We came here for the restaurant week lunch menu. The portion was decent, but the taste was a bit disappointing. For starters, we both tried tuna crispy rice. The rice was not crispy at all but sticky. So sticky that many pieces got stuck on the tooth and was very unpleasant. The crispy fish taco was not crispy either. The flavor was very bland. I was expecting grilled fish with crispy fish skin, but it was fried fish fingers. I should have read the description more carefully as it is made with Halibut, so fish fingers made more sense. Grilled Branzino was amazing! The best dish on the table for sure. We were given half of a fish and the skin was crispy. Meat was more on the dryer side, but tender. We finished off with dark Chocolate Gelato, which was good - the right amount of sweetness compared to the seasonal sorbet (apple).

    Alaskan Halibut
    Katie C.

    A nice dinner at RPM Seafood - I was there with my son and another college age friend - I did feel a bit of a side eye with two teenagers - but the waiter came around to make us feel welcome! The Parker bread service was delicious! 5/5 - warm herb covered! Yum! The hamachi was good - 4/5 but not amazing My halibut was 5/5! Filet 5/5 and steak frites 5/5! Cocktails were good and wine decently priced! It's a swanky vibe, but service was super attentive!

    Charcoal Grilled Branzino
    Erin C.

    Had brunch there party of four restrooms are very clean. The vibe of this place reminds me of like a waterfront restaurant in Florida. It just gives this whole chill upscale vibe. The servers were very attentive and knowledgeable and friendly. I had the lunch prefix menu and it was a salad then Branzino we also ordered a side of the mac & cheese, which all of it was so so good. They also had a seasonal sorbet for the third course and that was apple cider and it was divine. I also had a dirty martini to drink, and that was delicious as well. I definitely will come back, especially when the weather warms up because they have an outside patio and you're right on the river so I know the vibes will be amazing.

    Missing Russell's 15 which was advertised
    Joe S.

    I wanted to love RPM's Rare Whiskey Event, but overall it fell short of expectations--especially for a $300+ ticket. The organization was a mess. Long lines, confusing flow, and a lot of waiting around. Buffalo Trace easily had the best selection of the night, but most of the other distilleries were pouring everyday shelf bottles you can find at any local liquor store. Nothing about that felt "rare." What really hurt the experience was the bait-and-switch. Several pours that were advertised never showed up, including Four Roses 135th Anniversary, Russell's Reserve 15 Year, and Mister Sam. For a premium-priced event, I expected the headliner bottles to actually be available. The retail shop was another disappointment. Full secondary pricing on Pappy and BTAC, and the Buffalo Trace store pick was listed at $200 for what's essentially a $45 bottle at best. That was laughable. For the price, this event just didn't deliver. Plenty of whiskey bars and events in Chicago are doing rare pours and premium tastings far better and with way less chaos. This one's an easy skip unless major changes are made next year.

    WHOLE TEMPURA BLACK BASS
    Susan C.

    Love the vibes here. We got to sit outside next to the river and it was beautiful. The food was good and presentation was nice. The service was friendly.

    Nina B.

    We had our Thanksgiving dinner at RPM Seafood, and what a perfect choice it was! Located right off the Riverwalk in downtown Chicago, the restaurant already feels special the moment you walk up -- and for a holiday like Thanksgiving, reservations are absolutely a must. As soon as we stepped inside, we were greeted warmly by the hostess. Walking to our table felt like strolling through a winter wonderland -- the place was decked out in Christmas ornaments, sparkling trimmings, and little festive knickknacks everywhere. Honestly, straight out of a Hallmark Christmas card! You'll see the lively bar first, and then discover there's a second floor for larger parties, which is super convenient. Our party of seven fit perfectly in a cozy booth with plenty of space. RPM's Thanksgiving feast was served buffet-style, and we definitely came hungry. We started with warm Parker House rolls and French butter -- simple but perfect. For appetizers, they brought shrimp cocktail, oysters, a harvest salad, and mini crab cakes... which I absolutely loved. On the entrée buffet line, they had slices of juicy turkey breast, flavorful turkey legs, tender beef tenderloin, and roasted salmon that literally melted in my mouth. For sides, they had all the classics: traditional stuffing, fluffy whipped potatoes, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, roasted broccolini, and the must-have green bean casserole. And then came my favorite part: dessert. They offered tasting-size portions so you could try everything without feeling too guilty... which I appreciated! There was pecan pie, 14k chocolate cake, lemon meringue, caramel apple pie, chocolate panna cotta -- pure decadence on every plate. Service was impeccable from start to finish. Thank you to the entire RPM staff for spending your holiday with us and making our Thanksgiving feel warm, delicious, and truly memorable.

    Ashley S.

    I was excited to try this spot out as it had decent reviews regarding the seafood; however, that was quickly dashed by the hostesses! Upon entering and walking up to the hostess stand, I was completely ignored by a brown haired guy as he was answering calls - 2 phones calls, a scroll through his phone, - and nothing - whilst his brown haired female coworker chatted with other workers. I eventually had to greet myself to them after waiting for 3 mins! After speaking with the manager, I was told the hostess stand was busy that evening due to cancellations (from the rain) and people looking for a table. Still no way to ruin someone's PAYING experience that actually showed up in the rain without a single apology from their hostesses. They definitely set the tone and it was awful! The evening from there was mediocre and I was ready to go from the moment I sat down. The service was extremely slow but the waiter I had was nice especially after finding out what happened upon my arrival. I ordered the octopus appetizer and found it to be a little too salty for my taste. For my meal, I ordered the salmon and mushrooms as the side. The salmon came cooked medium and mushrooms sautéed. This meal was very basic and there were bones left in the fish. The waiter did bring out a strawberry sorbet as a finisher and this was probably the highlight food wise. Overall, I wouldn't come back.. ever. Terrible terrible hostesses, slow service, and underwhelming food. My only thank you is to the waiter who tried to make better a ruined dinner experience.

    Miso Black Cod
    Lisa S.

    Came to RPM Seafood for a lunch sponsored by JP Morgan and had a fantastic experience. The food was served family style, and while everything was solid -- the chicken, corn, and pasta -- the standout was hands-down the miso black cod. I couldn't get enough of it. Perfectly cooked, buttery, and full of flavor. Dessert was also a highlight: the combo of strawberry sorbet and dark chocolate cake was chef's kiss -- refreshing and rich in all the right ways. To top it all off, the views are gorgeous -- right by the river with floor-to-ceiling windows. A perfect setting for a polished, upscale lunch.

    Coconut Shrimp Sushi Roll
    Sydney H.

    Wowowow this place is so lively!!! I came on a Friday for happy hour at 4:30 and it was poppin inside - super busy and energetic! Although it was busy, we were able to find seats at the bar pretty quickly. The espresso martinis were great and I loved our sushi roll too. Besides the menu, this RPM is different from the other because it's super bright, summery and has an overall fun, upbeat energy to it. I loved the atmosphere and can't wait to go back and try more menu items!

    Summer Old Fashioned
    Jorge P.

    This will be the second RPM I have been to and it did not disappoint. From the service, to the views, to the food, all top notch. We randomly stumbled upon RPM Seafood because we were in the area and know they have a nice happy hour. We love a good happy hour. So we ordered the Burger with Fries and Oysters. All of it was high quality and something I would definitely order again (and recommend to anyone). Now let's talk views... spectacular. It's hard not to people watch the entire time and watching the boats go by, so awesome and an experience you can't find many places. Perfect summer time vibes too. For this amount of food, we spent around $70 for two people. Thank you RPM Seafood, we will see you soon! Personal Review: 8.9/10

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    3 of us. One drink/entree/salad for each of us. $400 including tip. Too expensive.

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    Ask the Community - RPM Seafood

    Is there valet parking?

    Yes pull up there's a stand to the left of front door $25 to valet!

    Are the greenhouses outside heated?

    Hi Shelly! Thanks for reaching out. The greenhouses are heated. We hope to welcome you soon.

    Is there a strict dresscode?

    Don't think so.

    Can you order food in the mezzanine lounge or is it drinks only?

    The full menu is available in the Mezzanine Lounge. Cheers!

    Where do you park?

    Valet is available.

    What is the dress code?

    I wear jeans and a t-shirt. I don't believe their is a dress code as long as you are properly dressed. Shirt, pants, and footwear.

    Is the patio pet-friendly?

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