Best Crab Cakes in Lake View, Chicago
The 4 top-rated crab cakes in Lake View, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is crab cakes at The Lanzaga (3736 North Broadway), with a flavor score of 86 out of 100 from 13 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Crab Cakes across Chicago→- Ranked #1At The Lanzaga3736 North Broadway
The crab cake, praised for its generous size and crispy texture, pairs beautifully with citrus slaw and pickled reds.
- Ranked #2At Sal's Trattoria2834 N Southport Ave
Crispy crab cakes with a warm inside received praise for flavor, though some noted they lacked lump crab and were pricey.
- Ranked #3At Half Shell676 W Diversey Pkwy
Crab cakes are crispy outside and tender inside, but many found them bland or greasy, lacking substantial flavor.
- Ranked #4At Kubo Chicago1232 W Belmont Ave
Crab cakes are praised for their great flavor and seasoning, but some found them small and overpriced.
Which one is the GOAT?
You can crown one per category, so choose wisely.