Lawrence's Fish & Shrimp

4.3(6,379)

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2120 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Chicago, IL 60616
United States

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(312) 225-2113

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About Lawrence's Fish & Shrimp

Long-running, family-owned eatery serving deep-fried seafood & chicken 24/7 in a low-key setting.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.3/5

Based on 6,379 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Larisa Marinescu

in the last week

If you have never been here you must! The food is so fresh and deliciously seasoned. I would highly recommend the fried calamari. It was the best calamari I’ve had in Chicago. We got the catfish whic...

Janissa G

4 months ago

Came here for dinner with the family. There were 12 of us all together. The staff took our orders quickly and there were plenty of open tables. My husband and I ordered regular catfish strips and a fu...

Treca Clinton

2 months ago

I was here for the weekend from Orlando, Fl, and I had to go to my restaurant. I know so well, from my childhood, and get me some frog. Legs😋 trust and believe Lawrence never fails. The food was grea...

Trace Frank

6 months ago

The service was nice. The food did come out fresh and hot. I would love to have tasted a little more seasoning on the fish. The crispiness of the fish was on point. It just lacked seasoning. The onion...

A Smith

3 weeks ago

I am so glad that I finally got to enjoy some seafood from Lawrence's. They did not disappoint. The fried okra was super delicious! The Catfish was so good. I am pleasantly surprised! It's definitely ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant provides a generally positive dining experience with a strong emphasis on fresh, well-prepared seafood. Customers frequently recommend visiting and becoming a regular.

Customer Favorites

The fried calamari and catfish are consistently praised as standout dishes. The crispy fries are also a highlight, especially when ordered as part of a combo.

Atmosphere & Service

The staff is generally regarded as quick and efficient in taking orders, even for large groups. The establishment is reported to be clean with a moderate pace.

Value & Quality

Customers appreciate the reasonable pricing, especially for combo meals featuring catfish and shrimp. The food is typically served fresh and hot, with high marks for quality.

Areas for Improvement

One customer suggested the fish could benefit from more seasoning.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews continue to emphasize the freshness and deliciousness of the food, specifically highlighting the fried calamari and overall seafood quality.