Chicago’s Classic Steak & Seafood — Joe’s 🥩

Chicago’s Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab carries the legacy of Miami’s famed Joe’s Stone Crab — a favorite among the city’s low-key luxury crowd. It overlaps with other Lettuce Entertain You concepts, but its trifecta of steak, seafood, and Italian — plus the star item, stone crab — sets it apart. 🦀 Stone Crab Claws – Available in four sizes, ethically harvested (only the claws are taken). Sweet, firm, and best during peak season (mid-Oct to early May). 🥖 Complimentary Bread – Simple but free — does the job. 🍽️ Lunch Special – Crab cake loaded with meat, jumbo fried shrimp, crispy hash browns, green beans, and Joe’s Famous Key Lime Pie — creamy, tart, and dreamy. 🥩 Steak Tartare with Okra – A unique twist — okra adds a silky texture to the rich beef and egg yolk. 🍝 Seafood Pasta – Visited twice, pasta shapes changed, but the lemon-butter sauce with asparagus and seafood remained perfect. 🦞 Lobster Mac & Cheese – Packed with generous lobster chunks and creamy, cheesy pasta — comfort food at its finest. 🥩 Steak – Not quite Bavette’s level, but still top-tier in Chicago — on par with RPM Steak. Well-seasoned and cooked to order. Joe’s is quietly luxurious — no flashy river views, just consistently great food and timeless vibes. Years ago, as a student in Miami, I could only afford takeout claws from the original Joe’s. Now, enjoying them in Chicago feels like a full-circle moment. 📍 Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab 60 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 #JoesChicago #StoneCrab #SteakAndSeafood #ClassicDining #ChicagoEats #LettuceEntertainYou