Selection varies significantly based on whether a market relies on local day-boat catches or wholesale distribution networks. Some counters focus strictly on raw, whole fish and shellfish, while others offer custom filleting, shucking, and house-made prepared items. A map pin confirms the storefront exists, but it will not show you the daily turnover or whether they stock the specific regional species you need.
Chicago 9
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Wabash Seafood Co.
2257 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60612
Mon 11am–4pm, Tue–Thu 10am–4pm, Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 9am–1pm
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Noon Hour Food Products
215 N Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661-1140
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Isaacson & Stein Fish Market
800 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
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Chicago Food Market
2245 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616-2011
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Rubino's Seafood
735 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661
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Hong Kong Seafood City
2120A S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616-1514
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J & J Fish
8508 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617-2246
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Ocean Providence
1020 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60642-6526
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Seafood Junction Uptown Chicago
4515 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640-5608
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Sealord North America
1990 Saint Johns Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035-3103
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Birchland's Best Smoked Fish
1480 Old Deerfield Rd Ste 16, Highland Park, IL 60035-3052
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Lobster Gram
1070 W South Thorndale Ave, Bensenville, IL 60106-1142
E Saint Louis 1
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Bond Ave Poultry & Fish
1517 Bond Ave # East, E Saint Louis, IL 62207-2226
Fulton 1
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Schafer Fisheries
21985 Waller Rd, Fulton, IL 61252
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Franco's Pescheria
471 S Rand Rd, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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Wallace Farms
540 W 5th Ave, Naperville, IL 60563-2901
Pearl 1
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Big River Fish Retail & Wholesale
14310 State Highway 100, Pearl, IL 62361-2233
Richton Park 1
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Captain's Seafood Market
4030 Sauk Trl, Richton Park, IL 60471-1240
Streator 1
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Mcgrath's Seafood
1 Elizabeth Pl, Streator, IL 61364-1192
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Good to know
What is the difference between a standalone seafood market and a grocery store counter?
Dedicated seafood markets usually maintain direct relationships with local dock fleets or specialized fishmongers, resulting in higher product turnover. They generally offer a broader variety of whole fish, regional species, and custom butchery services that standard grocery chains do not provide.
Will seafood markets clean and gut whole fish for you?
Most full-service seafood markets will scale, gut, skin, or fillet whole fish upon request at no extra charge. It helps to ask the counter staff when ordering, especially during busy market hours.
How much does fresh, wild-caught fish typically cost per pound?
Prices fluctuate heavily based on seasonality, weather, and transport costs. Common fillets like wild salmon or local whitefish often range from $15 to $30 per pound, while premium or imported items like sea scallops and halibut can run higher.
What is hanging weight?
Hanging weight is the weight of a slaughtered animal after skinning and evisceration, but before final trimming and dry aging. When purchasing a side or whole animal in Illinois, local processors charge based on this weight. Browse 19 meat processors across Illinois on ButcherAtlas to learn more about custom carcass purchasing.
How to make sausage at home?
To make sausage at home, chill high-fat meat and grind it, mix thoroughly with seasonings and ice water until sticky, then stuff into natural casings. Keep all equipment cold to preserve the emulsion and texture. For custom meat grinds and fresh casings, visit any of the 19 specialized meat markets listed across Illinois on ButcherAtlas.