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Chicago’s Finest Fishmonger
Since 1997

At The Fish Guy, we sell thoughtfully sourced seafood of exceptional quality. No cutting corners. No compromises.

For nearly 30 years, we’ve been the quiet hookup for Chicago’s finest restaurants and gourmands seeking superlative seafood. Our case changes daily based on what’s in season, what’s exciting our team, and what we’re proud to stand behind.

From sushi-grade tuna and wild halibut to house-made specialties and thoughtfully curated snacks, everything’s selected with care and cut with precision. Planning a showstopper? Craving the city’s best lobster roll? Just want to know what’s good? Come on in.

CHICAGO’S FINEST FISHMONGER SINCE 1997...

CHICAGO’S FINEST FISHMONGER SINCE 1997...

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Our Catch

What’s in the Case

Fish moves fast around here — IF You SEE SOMETHING You Like, it’s Best to call & make sure it’s still swimming.

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Fresh seafood including whole fish, shrimp, and shellfish on ice with lime slices.
Assorted canned seafood including sardines, mackerel, and tuna, placed on a green surface with some crackers.
Grilled octopus tentacles with lemon and herbs on a white plate
A basket containing herbal products: a package of dried oregano from Taygetus, a bag of dried blueberries or fish, a box of Mitica artisan crackers, a package of turmeric flavored Taralli, a green box labeled Montony, a small bottle of TART honey, and a glass bottle of possibly olive oil or juice.
Lobster roll served in a bun with chopped herbs on top, served with potato chips and a small cup of coleslaw, on a blue plate

Eats to-go

Sandwiches Made-to-Order

See what The Infatuation, The Party Cut, and other luminaries of Chicago food media rave about for the best price in town. 

All sandwiches are made to order and served with house slaw and your choice of Great Lakes Potato Chips.

“You won’t shell out much for this lobster roll” - Dennis Lee, The Party Cut

“You won’t shell out much for this lobster roll” - Dennis Lee, The Party Cut

"WE GO THE DISTANCE FOR GREAT"

We’ve been the quiet hookup for Chicago’s top chefs and hospitality pros for nearly 30 years. If you can dream it, we can source it. Get in touch and let’s talk.

Our Team

“Good Fish Starts with Great People”

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We believe in doing right by our passionate and talented crew.

Every employee of The Fish Guy earns a living wage, receives a subsidy for health care coverage, and has access to a 401k program with an 4% employer match. Because great fish starts with great people.

Our Philosophy

“No Fishy Business”

WE BELIEVE THAT EATING IS ACTIVISM AND THAT SEAFOOD IS, BY NO SMALL MARGIN, THE MOST SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE WAY TO ENJOY ESSENTIAL ANIMAL PROTEINS.

We only work with suppliers who share our commitment to animal welfare along with the health and vitality of our waters and coastal communities.

Everything in our case is something we stand behind. If it’s not excellent, it doesn’t make it in. And if something ever misses the mark, we’ll make it right. Curious about a product? Just ask — we’re happy to share a taste.

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Hooked on seafood? You’re our kind of people.

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