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Best Calamari in Loop, Chicago — Caprarius

Best Calamari in Loop, Chicago

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Best Calamari in Loop, Chicago

The 25 top-rated calamari in Loop, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.

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Taureaux Tavern155 W Van Buren St
2
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The Village71 W Monroe St Fl 2
Lightly fried and crispy calamari receives praise for its texture and flavor, though some found the accompanying sauces lacking.
3
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La Bella Trattoria120 W Monroe St
4
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Petterinos150 N Dearborn St
Crispy calamari with flavorful sauces is praised, but some found it overcooked or lacking freshness in certain dishes.
5
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Pizano's Pizza & Pasta61 E Madison St
6
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Giordano's130 E Randolph St
Calamari features crispy batter and fried lemon, but some found it chewy or lacking flavor compared to other appetizers.
7
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria805 S State St
8
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The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar33 W Monroe St Floor 1
9
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The Village71 W Monroe St Fl 2
10
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Giordano's130 E Randolph St
11
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Petterinos150 N Dearborn St
12
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Avli on The Park180 N Field Blvd
Calamari received mixed feedback, praised for its flavor and texture, but criticized for being greasy and overly breaded.
13
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Mercat a la Planxa638 The Blackstone Hotel S Michigan Ave Located In
14
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Miller's Pub134 S Wabash Ave
15
grilled calamari
Petterinos150 N Dearborn St
16
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Niu B888 S Michigan Ave
Calamari is described as tender with a slightly spicy sauce, though some found it overly sweet or lacking flavor.
17
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All Star Seafood & Sports730 S Clark St
18
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Acanto18 S Michigan Ave
19
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Ceres Cafe141 W Jackson Blvd
20
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The Village71 W Monroe St Fl 2
21
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Sofi Restaurant616 S Dearborn St
Calamari often disappointed with soggy batter and lack of flavor, overshadowing some positive experiences with other dishes.
22
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The Palm - Chicago323 E Wacker Dr
23
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Gino’s East - South Loop521 S Dearborn St
Calamari often arrived overcooked and rubbery, with some reviewers noting it lacked flavor and had unappealing ingredients.
24
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Elephant & Castle185 N Wabash Ave
The calamari was criticized for being rubbery, lacking crispness, and generally falling short of expectations.
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Cafe Michelle @Dusable Harbor200 N Lakefront Trl
The calamari was often described as cold, mushy, rubbery, and poorly prepared, disappointing many diners.

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