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South Side legacy seafood that now rolls into downtown fests: crisp, seasoned Gulf‑style shrimp by the bag and shrimp po’ boys. A family operation with deep local roots and a new South Loop outpost backing the truck.
Signature Louisiana-style fried shrimp, family-owned seafood
1156 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60607 Get directions
$20–30
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