Alegrias Seafood
Seafood restaurant · East Ukrainian Village
1024 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
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Highlights
Nayarit-style seafood platters, huge portions, BYOB
Nayarit-style seafood platters, huge portions, BYOB
"This casual BYOB Mexican spot in West Town feels like it’s one folding chair away from being a takeout joint. But Alegrias is a sit-down restaurant with incredible seafood, and the atmosphere feels like a constant party. It’s great for groups so what you’re going to want to order here is the family platter, which comes with crab legs, prawns, and stuffed lobster. Then just get to work cracking and peeling, and don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty." - adrian kane, veda kilaru, nick allen, john ringor
"Alegrias is on a stretch of Ashland teeming with mariscos restaurants. Naturally, you might wonder: What makes this West Town spot so special? Is it because it’s BYOB? That there’s a sidewalk patio and garage-style windows? Charmingly chaotic nautical decor and a goofy shark painting ushering you to the upper level? Yes to all of the above. But our love for this place is primarily because of the incredible seafood. Like a platter of prawns swimming in a buttery Nayarit sauce begging to have their little heads sucked clean, or an entire stuffed lobster crammed with so much tender seafood it’s obscene. There’s nowhere we’d rather go with a group, where the meal is guaranteed to include satisfied groans, discarded shells, empty bottles of hot sauce, and joy." - adrian kane, john ringor, veda kilaru
"This very casual spot in Wicker Park feels like it’s one folding chair away from being a takeout joint. But Alegrias is a sit-down restaurant with incredible seafood, and the atmosphere feels like a constant party. What you’re going to want to order here is the shellfish—specifically the prawns (which come in a delicious, spicy broth that you should soak up with fries) and lobster (which has a seafood stuffing). It’s BYOB, great for groups, and perfect for having a good time." - adrian kane, john ringor, veda kilaru
"Mexican seafood — mariscos — has seen a spike in popularity over the past few years in Chicago. But let’s not lose sight that there’s a great tradition of mariscos restaurants in the city, particularly in West Town. Try one of the family platters with heaping portions of Nayarit-style stuffed lobster, prawns, and more. Also, fans of fried snapper should be ready to stuff their stomachs. Alegrias is BYOB." - Sam Nelson
"Another popular option known for its large servings of Nayarit-style seafood, Alegrías, is where folks go to chow down on prawns, lobster, crab legs, and more at affordable prices. Enjoy complimentary ceviche accompanied with fiery salsa while looking through the extensive menu. The choices can be prepared in a number of different sauces, and it’s best to bring a group to try a bit of everything. There’s a generous B.Y.O.B. policy as well. Online ordering is available." - Brenda Storch
